Devajit Saikia (Agency Photo) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and fantasy sports giant Dream11 have officially ended their association following the passage of The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025. Speaking to ANI on Monday, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia said, “BCCI and Dream 11 are discontinuing their relationship after…
Magnus Carlsen and and Karthikeyan Murali (Screengrab) NEW DELHI: The memories are still raw. Norway Chess 2025. A lot had already been said, mostly surrounding the scepticism about how Gukesh Dommaraju was not quite living up to his world championship promise. Tensions boiled over. And it peaked during his match against World No. 1 Magnus…
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday slammed the opposition for opposing the proposed bills seeking removal of ministers from office if they are arrested and remain in custody.In an interview with news agency ANI, Shah said that he “rejects the idea” that the country “cannot be governed without the person” who has…
On composer Kalyanji’s death anniversary, his son and acclaimed composer Viju Shah in an exclusive conversation with ETimes opens up about his father’s musical brilliance, timeless bond with his brother Anandji, and the philosophy that defined their iconic partnership. Beyond the unforgettable melodies, Viju recalls a man of humor, vision, and generosity—an artist who transformed…
NEW DELHI: Union home minister Amit Shah on Monday said that former vice president Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned due to health reasons and urged people not to read political motives into the development.“Dhankhar ji was sitting on a constitutional post and during his tenure, he did good work according to the constitution. He has resigned due…
By: Mehmood M Abdi (The writer is an exponent of oral history and culture) LUCKNOW: Famed for its rich cultural fabric and architectural grandeur, Lucknow’s origins are as fascinating as its present-day charm. Legends, folklore, and history intertwine to narrate the story of a city that grew from a modest settlement into a cultural powerhouse.As…
TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains mention of death and details of murder and violence, which could be triggering for some readers.Baltimore-based comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, known for his stand-up comedy shows in the US, has passed away at the age of 52. Carroll was shot in Southaven, Mississippi, on Wednesday, August 20, according to the…
Shakib Al Hasan completed 500 wickets in T20 cricket Bangladesh cricket legend Shakib Al Hasan achieved a historic milestone in T20 cricket during the 2025 Caribbean Premier League match at Sir Viv Richards Stadium in Antigua, becoming the first player to complete the rare double of 500+ wickets and 7000+ runs in the format. Playing…
By: Nadeem HasnainThe story of Lucknow, evolving from a village to a city, has been shrouded in mystery and mythology. Historically, its origin can be traced more definitely to the medieval period, and the local site seems to have been fairly occupied by the beginning of the 14th century. The town, however, grew rapidly only…
Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara becomes a surprise hit. The film stars Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda. It earns Rs 326.8 crore in 38 days. Saiyaara is now the second biggest Hindi grosser of 2025. The film follows Vicky Kaushal and Akshaye Khanna’s Chaava. Saiyaara shows remarkable staying power despite competition. The film’s success is due to…
