India’s Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill. (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: In a landmark decision signalling the start of a new era, the Indian selectors on Saturday removed Rohit Sharma from ODI captaincy and handed over the reins to young opener Shubman Gill, with the 2027 World Cup firmly in sight. The move, long anticipated…
Moving halfway across the world at 19 might make one feel alone, uncertain, and homesick. But that’s how Money Singh’s story in America began, which took him from being a depressed teen to owning multiple businesses in the US. Recalling his early days in San Francisco after leaving Punjab in 2006, Singh said, “I was…
New US work permit rule ends automatic EAD extensions for immigrants. (Getty Images) The US administration has introduced a new rule that ends the automatic extension of employment authorisation for certain legal immigrants. Previously, under the Biden administration, migrants could continue working legally after their work permit expired if they had filed a renewal application…
Shashi Tharoor (File photo) NEW DELHI: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Thursday expressed concern over the victory of the Jamaat-e-Islami’s student wing in the Dhaka University (DU) student union polls, questioning whether India may soon have to deal with a Jamaat-led government in Bangladesh. “This may have registered as barely a blip on most Indian…
Prayagraj: Expressing strong concern over the delay in transmitting viscera reports from Forensic Science Laboratories (FSL) to investigating agencies, Allahabad high court has said this lapse is “disturbing”.The high court has directed UP chief secretary, DGP and director general of medical health to look into the situation and ensure that viscera reports are communicated expeditiously…
Following the blockbuster triumph of ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, Rishab Shetty is set to appear on the iconic game show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’ hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. In an exciting teaser, he showcases his playful side by mimicking Rajinikanth and recounting an amusing story from his childhood that revolves around television. Rishab Shetty is basking…
Ishan Kishan and RIyan Parag India’s wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan and all-rounder Riyan Parag have checked in at the BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru for the routine fitness assessment, TOI has learnt.Kishan is set to lead East Zone in the Duleep Trophy, and Parag is also part of the same squad.Kishan, who has played…
Lucknow: Four men were arrested on Tuesday in connection with a violent altercation over fireworks in Chatori Gali, behind Gomti riverfront area.The incident escalated into a brawl between two groups, prompting concerned locals to alert authorities. Responding to the complaint, 112 emergency services and Gautampalli police rushed to the scene. Both conflicting parties were intercepted,…
Former CIA officer John Kiriakou The US intelligence community believed that India and Pakistan were on the brink of war in 2002, following the Parliament attack (Dec 2001) and the tense military standoff that followed under Operation Parakram, former CIA officer John Kiriakou said. Such was the threat perception that families were evaucated from Islamabad,…
Connor McDavid’s future uncertain after Kaprizov’s $136M deal (Imaeg via: Getty Images) Connor McDavid’s future with the Edmonton Oilers has once again taken center stage in NHL contract discussions. After Minnesota Wild forward Kirill Kaprizov secured an eight-year, $136 million extension this week, the attention immediately shifted to what Edmonton’s superstar captain might demand when…