India’s spin great Ravichandran Ashwin has raised concerns over the growing influence of “fan armies” on social media, suggesting that some of these narratives may not be entirely organic. The veteran off-spinner described the trend as a “disease”, linking it to the rise of an intense, superstar-driven culture in Indian cricket.Ashwin’s remarks echo similar concerns…
Deepti Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav (Getty Images) The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) returns for its eighth edition, celebrating the achievements and inspiring journeys of India’s finest athletes. The TOISA 2025 ceremony will be held on March 21, 2026, in Lucknow, bringing together the country’s top sporting icons and emerging stars.This edition will honour…
India’s Ishan Kishan (AP Photo) Former India captain and ex-chief selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth believes Ishan Kishan possesses all the attributes needed to succeed in Test cricket, but feels the wicketkeeper-batter is currently a victim of India’s crowded red-ball setup.Kishan has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence over the past few months. After spending nearly two years on…
Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, of Sri Lanka, makes an attempt in the men’s javelin throw during the Diamond League Golden Gala Pietro Mennea athletics meet in Rome, Thursday, June 4, 2026. (AP Photo) Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage produced the second-best javelin throw ever by an Asian athlete, going past both Chinese Taipei’s Chao-Tsun Cheng and…
NTASWAYAM 2026 January: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the application process for the Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds (SWAYAM) January 2026 semester examinations from April 15, 2026. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website, which is nta.ac.in, and exams.nta.nic.in/swayam/.The exams will be conducted for multiple courses offered…
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to announce the results of the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination (I) 2026 soon through its official website. The entrance test is scheduled to take place on April 12 at different examination centers across the country, where thousands of aspirants are expected to appear for…
The Banasthali Vidyapith has started the registration process for the Banasthali Vidyapith Aptitude Test (BUAT) 2026. Interested candidates can now apply for admission by filling out the application form either online or offline. The last date to submit the application form is April 30, 2026.The university will conduct the BUAT 2026 entrance exam on June…
Is it normal to forget things once you enter a room? You stride purposefully toward the kitchen to pick up something from the refrigerator, but when you reach the kitchen door, your mind goes blank. You know what got you out of bed, but the moment you walk through the door, you suddenly don’t know…
In simple terms, the rules do not change the intent of the law; they make it implementable. (AI image) For many employees, labour law changes often feel distant – something that affects companies more than individuals. The notification of the final Central Rules under India’s four labour codes on 8 May 2026 does not introduce…
England’s Jacob Bethell and Harry Brook (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool) Harry Brook and Jacob Bethell have been formally warned over their conduct following a nightclub incident during England’s pre-Ashes tour of New Zealand last year, in a development that once again brings focus on off-field discipline within the squad.The action was taken by the Cricket Regulator,…
