Novak Djokovic joins Aryna Sabalenka (Photo by Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Novak Djokovic will join Aryna Sabalenka as the top tennis stars in the initial list of 16 teams that have entered this year’s revamped US Open mixed doubles championship. The event, which offers a $1 million prize to the winning pair, has once again…
Viswanathan Anand (PTI Photo/Sailendra Bhojak) Viswanathan Anand he reversed his previous decision and will now contest the FIDE elections as Vice-President alongside Timur Turlov, who is a candidate for the organization’s top post. Anand had earlier said he wanted to step away from the role to spend more time with his family, but changes in…
Arkady Dvorkovich (left) and Viswanathan Anand (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: International Chess Federation (FIDE) president Arkady Dvorkovich has stepped down from his role after being included in the latest European Union sanctions list linked to Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision means FIDE Vice President and former world champion Viswanathan Anand he will serve…
Remembering late Bollywood legend Mehmood Ali on his death anniversary. (Image credit: Instagram) It’s been over two decades since one of Bollywood’s greatest actors, Mehmood Ali, took to the skies. Remembering the great artist on his death anniversary, his nephew Akaar Ali said, “22 years since his death, but his spirit is still alive. At…
Amitabh Bachchan he spent a busy Sunday balancing his old tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa, with his passion for football. After greeting his admirers at his weekly Sunday match, the former striker stayed on to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, then shared his thoughts on Argentina’s narrow 1-0 defeat…
The Hollywood legend reminds us that a person’s life cannot be defined by one mistake or one moment. Photo credit (Instagram) Al Pacino he turned 86 in April 2026, and the world continues to find new reasons to be interested. He has spent more than fifty years giving performances that define what screenplay can be,…
Garry Sobers (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Garfield Sobers, one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of cricket and a former West Indies captain, died on Friday at the age of 89. His death was confirmed by his son, Daniel.Sobers was just 10 days away from his 90th birthday. Widely regarded as one of…
Photo of the day: Mohanlal’s classic cow-inspired look takes center stage; fans call him ‘the legend’ Malayalam superstar Mohanlalwho has a great figure, has set social media on fire with a stunning new photo that shows off her stylish Cowboy-inspired makeover. The ‘Athimanoharam’ actor shared this picture on his social media account and it went…
Hunt: We Need to Talk About James explores the life, legacy and untold story of Formula 1 champion James Hunt. Photo gallery (Instagram). A feature-length documentary about legendary British Formula 1 driver James Hunt has gone into production with top motorsport figures thrown in to support it. The film, titled ‘Hunt: We Need to Talk…
More than 35 years since ‘Aashiqui’ became the most famous romance in Hindi cinema, the actor. Pooja Bhatt has revealed that the film was inspired by the extraordinary love story of his parents, a filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt and Lorraine Bright, who later changed her name to Kiran Bhatt.Pooja said the 1990 blockbuster drew heavily from…
England’s Tammy Beaumont acknowledges the crowd before a tea break during the third day of the first Women’s Ashes cricket test match between England and Australia, at Trent Bridge, Nottingham, England, Saturday, June 24, 2023. (PTI) England opener Tammy Beaumont has announced she will retire from international cricket after the one-off Test against India at…
Roger Federer remained the last man sitting in the Royal Box watching Wimbledon action on Center Court on Monday.Arthur Fery and Grigor Dimitrov’s contest, which ended with Fery’s triumph, did not end until after 8pm, with Alexander Zverev also to face Jiri Lehecka under the roof later. Instead of quitting midway, like most celebrities, Federer…
Beyond his love of acting, Sylvester Stallone is also a great actor, and he likes to live a quiet life away from all the hustle and bustle at his home in Palm Beach, Florida. (Instagram) Sylvester Stallone he is best known for his movies and entertaining roles, including ‘Rocky’ and ‘Rambo’, to name a few….
Russian chess master Vladimir Kramnik (Ennio Leanza/Keystone via AP) Former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik has been banned for two years by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) after its Ethics and Disciplinary Commission found he violated several rules related to player conduct and public accusations. The case is centered on a series of statements and…
Novak Djokovic and MS Dhoni Indian women’s cricket team as a whole Deepti Sharma compared the former India captain MS DhoniThe composition under pressure to that of a great tennis player Novak Djokovicsaying that the two sports icons possess a rare ability to keep calm when the stakes are higher.Deepti, who assists Wimbledon for the…
LeBron James. Image via: Getty Images LeBron James he is one of the most successful basketball players in big league history, and the only person he gives credit to is his mother, Gloria James. But who is his father, and what relationship does the Lakers star have with his father? Anthony McClelland is considered the…
Vijaya Mehta dies at 91: Legend Anupam Kher mourns, says, “He didn’t raise your voice, he raised your standards” (Image credit: Instagram) Former Indian theater director, actor and filmmaker Vijaya Mehta died Tuesday night of complications from old age. He was 91 years old.Popularly known as “Bai” in theater circles, Mehta rested at his home…
Lauryn Hill was honored with the Living Lifetime Legend award Veteran rapper and singer Lauryn Hill he was recently honored for his contribution to the music industry at this year’s BET Awards. Not only that, but the star has also been honored with great performances from some of the biggest names in the industry right…
Some ingredients naturally raise expectations, and Jr NTR join hands again with the director Trivikram Srinivas is one of them. The duo and the director, who gave the hit ‘Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava,’ are expected to reunite for a new pan-India big budget film. Since the reports of the project appeared, fans have been anxiously…
Grandmaster Harshavardhan GB with his parents (Designed by TimesofIndia.com) NEW DELHI: As India moves a step closer to the landmark of producing 100 Grand Masters, Chennai, long hailed as the ‘Mecca of Indian chess’, finds itself as the protagonist.On Sunday, Harshavardhan GB became the 97th Grand Master (GM) of India from the same land. He…
Mel Brooks turns 100. Credits Images: Instagram Mel Brooks celebrated its centenary on June 28, 2026, and its secret lies in making people smile. The legendary actor, known for his roles in ‘Blazing Saddles,’ ‘Young Frankenstein,’ ‘Robin Hood: Men in Tights,’ and more, has been applauded by fans for his bold humor and various accolades…
Lionel Messi added another FIFA World Cup career record after becoming the player with the most goals scored from outside the penalty area in the tournament’s history during Argentina’s 3-1 win over Jordan in their Group J final in Arlington.The Argentina captain scored with a free-kick in the 80th minute at AT&T Stadium on Saturday…
K. Bhagyaraj dies: Mammootty, Dileep, Jayaram pay tribute; Prithviraj Sukumaran says, ‘A true legend of art’ The Indian film fraternity came together to bid farewell to the veteran cinematographer, actor, writer, and producer. K. Bhagyaraj who died at the age of 73 after suffering from a heart attack. The famous artist passed away at Apollo…
Shubman Gill and Ronaldinho (Agency Image) Indian captain Shubman Gill shared a memorable moment away from the cricket field as he met Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho Gaúcho during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. Gill meets Ronaldinho Gill, who currently leads India in both Tests and ODIs, has had a remarkable rise…
Martha Stewart has paid tribute to Clive Davis, remembering the music legend as a mentor, neighbor and one of the most thoughtful people in her life. Photo credit: (Martha Stewart instagram) Martha Stewart has paid a heartfelt tribute to his longtime friend Clive Davis, the legendary music director who died on Monday, June 22, at…
The Wimbledon Championships (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: As Wimbledon 2026 is approaching, the Indian doubles veteran Rohan Bopanna he picked defending champion Jannik Sinner and Elena Rybakina as his favorites to win the men’s and women’s titles. Despite calling the field highly competitive, the 46-year-old backed Sinner to retain her crown and…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (X-Cricbuzz) Praise for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to pour in from some of the biggest names in cricket, and the latest endorsement has come from the legendary former West Indies captain. Clive Lloydwho believes that the teenage sensation possesses the necessary qualities for a bright future at the highest level.Lloyd, one of the most…