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New Delhi: World Champion D Gukesh staged a strong comeback at the Tata Steel Masters, registering a convincing victory over Vladimir Fedoseev in the eighth round of the prestigious tournament. The win came after two consecutive defeats and marked an important turnaround for the Indian grandmaster, both in terms of points and confidence. Playing with the black pieces, Gukesh delivered a composed and controlled performance. He remained patient through the middlegame before seizing the initiative and converting his advantage with precision. The contest ended in 41 moves, highlighted by a clean rook maneuver that sealed the result in emphatic fashion.…

New Delhi: Indian all rounder Hardik Pandya marked a significant milestone in his career as he completed ten years in international cricket, calling the achievement “merely the beginning” of a longer journey he hopes to continue with passion and purpose. Reflecting on the moment, Pandya said he feels he is only just starting on the path he truly wishes to walk. Hardik made his international debut on January 26, 2016, against Australia in an ODI in Adelaide, a moment that coincided with India’s Republic Day and remains deeply symbolic for him. Sharing his thoughts, he spoke about the privilege of…

New Delhi: A fresh twist has added uncertainty to the unfolding T20 World Cup 2026 situation, with the possibility of Bangladesh returning to the tournament if Pakistan decides to pull out. The development comes days after Bangladesh was officially removed from the competition following its refusal to travel to India, citing security concerns. The International Cricket Council had taken the long pending decision to exclude Bangladesh after the country’s cricket board insisted that its matches be shifted to a neutral venue. That demand was rejected after an independent security assessment and logistical review found no grounds for relocation. As a…

New Delhi: The International Cricket Council has explained its decision to deny accreditation to more than a hundred Bangladeshi journalists for the T20 World Cup 2026, a move that has triggered strong reactions within Bangladesh’s media fraternity and added to tensions between the ICC and the country’s cricket establishment. According to the ICC, the decision was linked to repeated statements from the Bangladesh government describing India as unsafe for travel amid ongoing political developments. On this basis, Bangladeshi journalists were not issued visas or tournament accreditation for the event, which is being hosted in India. The controversy unfolds against the…

New Delhi: Canada and India have agreed to significantly expand trade in oil, gas and petroleum products as part of a broader effort to reset bilateral relations and deepen economic cooperation. The renewed focus on energy marks a key step in rebuilding engagement after a period of diplomatic strain between the two countries. Under the new understanding, Canada will increase shipments of crude oil, liquefied natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas to India, while India will supply more refined petroleum products to the Canadian market. The commitments follow discussions between the energy ministers of both countries and will be formally…

New Delhi: Widespread snowfall and rainfall across Himachal Pradesh have led to the closure of over 1,200 roads, severely affecting daily life and transport across the hill state. Despite the disruptions, tourists continue to arrive in large numbers to experience the winter scenery, even as authorities urge caution amid continuing adverse weather conditions. The road closures have impacted several districts, cutting off remote areas and causing traffic congestion in popular tourist destinations. State authorities have deployed extensive resources to restore connectivity, with snow clearance operations underway across affected regions. Heavy machinery, including snow blowers and earth moving equipment, has been…

New Delhi: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is likely to visit New Delhi in February to stage a major protest against the Election Commission of India over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of the electoral roll. The proposed visit comes amid intensifying political tensions in the state, where the SIR exercise has become a contentious issue ahead of the upcoming elections. The Chief Minister is said to be deeply concerned over reports of deaths allegedly linked to the SIR process in West Bengal. These concerns have added to her criticism of how the revision exercise is being carried out.…