With the 18th Olympics for independent India round the corner, we bring to you few of the finest moments for India in the Olympics. Disclaimer - Note that this list is no specific order and all of these moments made us Indians equally proud. Also, this list in no way undermines the achievement of the remaining medal winners, for I am sure each one of them would have worked really hard to earn an Olympic medal....
The Indian military announced on Thursday the death of three soldiers, blaming a Pakistani “ceasefire violation” in the Krishna Ghati sector of Poonch district and in the Nowgam sector of the Anantnag district, both located along the Line of Control (LoC) that divides the disputed region of Kashmir. Indian armed forces vowed a “befitting response” as it reported yet another “unprovoked ceasefire violation” in Keran and Machhal sectors. The clash is only the latest in the decades-long feud between the nuclear-armed South Asian neighbors....
Tactics: Indians dominated the first and third quarters to seal the game for the cagers. First Quarter: India 28-9 Guam (IND - Ishwarya Janardhanan 9 points; GUM - Alana Salas 6 points) Ishwarya Janardhanan played a pivotal role with a couple of jump shots and lay-ups, as India raced away to a 19 point lead at the end of the first period. Alana Salas was the lone bright spot for Guam with a couple of three-point jump shots....
Bret Bielema sees the reality of what is in the world of Chris Borland. “I’m going to tread lightly,” Bielema says, knowing full well the recent history of a man and his crusade, and how he has been mocked for it since. Then he just can’t help himself. MORE: Shocking retirements | Borland retirement reaction | Junior Seau headaches “We have an obligation to do what’s right,” he says, his voice getting stronger....
Fair enough, but there has been a feeling around here that even the most basic information is classified. After today, Franks will be turning most of the briefings over to the telegenic Gen. Vince Brooks–the second-in-command for operations here. Franks is too busy running the war and, besides, he’s never been fond of the press or military personnel who are drawn to the Klieg lights. Franks of course from the Vietnam era, when relations between the military and the press hit their lowest moment....
Of course, the IMU operates in a part of the world that gets by just fine without bank accounts. Few of its members have ever seen an ATM. In fact, the group gains most of its income from its involvement in the huge regional trade in Afghan heroin. And that’s only one of the ways in which the decidedly low-tech IMU illustrates how difficult it will be for the United States and its allies to try to “drain the swamp” of terrorism in Central Asia....
Do not adjust your set. The original Jordache jeans TV commercial from 1979 is back. The company has dusted off the ad–and its famous jingle, “You’ve got the look/I want to know better”–to mark the return of its original line of women’s jeans to stores. In fashion circles, the new Jordaches couldn’t be better timed. The Book of Paul might affirm that “the fashion of this world passeth away,” but fashion also returneth....
Cruz made the comments during an interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity while defending former President Donald Trump’s January remarks at a Stop the Steal rally. After Trump’s speech, a crowd of his supporters swarmed the U.S. Capitol building in an attempt to prevent the Congressional certification of President Joe Biden’s win in the Electoral College. Trump was impeached in the House for inciting violence against the U.S. Government....
Generally speaking, most Disney animated films avoid giving you a precise date and are instead situated in a vague bygone era. Not only do they get to retain a timeless feel that way, but they also don’t have to worry about clashing with any thorny real-world events that might undermine the otherwise happy atmosphere. For instance, Beauty and the Beast takes place at some nebulous point in the 1700s but, if the filmmakers specified an exact year, then history buffs might wonder what’s going to become of the aristocratic Prince Adam and Princess Belle once the French revolution kicks off....
India, under Virat Kohli, had clinched the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia for the first time during their previous visit. In a video interaction with former international captains Ricky Ponting and Brian Lara on 7 Cricket, Sunil Gavaskar discussed India’s chances in Australia in detail. Asked by Ponting what India will have to do to win the upcoming Test series in Australia, Sunil Gavaskar replied: Detailing further why scoring heavily is as important as taking wickets, Sunil Gavaskar gave examples of India’s series losses in South Africa and England despite the bowlers doing commendably well....
The Indian bowling unit disappointed in the ODIs, and will have to lift their game if they want to compete in the T20I series. The batting unit did better, with Team India crossing 300 in all three one-dayers, something they would be pleased about. Looking at the head-to-head T20I record of the two teams, India and Australia have faced each other in 20 games. Team India has won 11 of those and Australia have won eight, with one match producing no result....
The Men in Blue made three changes to the side which beat Australia by 11 runs in the 1st T20I. While Ravindra Jadeja and Manish Pandey were forced out due to injury and replaced by Yuzvendra Chahal and Shreyas Iyer, Shardul Thakur was brought into the XI in place of the rested Mohammed Shami. Australia, on the other hand, sent out Matthew Wade for the toss in the absence of the injured Aaron Finch....
Members of the England team are wearing black armbands. They are doing so as a mark of respect to inspirational war veteran and fund-raising hero Captain Sir Tom Moore. Sir Tom Moore died earlier this week after being admitted to hospital with coronavirus. Many current and former England cricketers paid their respects to Sir Tom Moore following his demise. England skipper Joe Root, in a video shared by England Cricket Board (ECB), said:...
Broad picked up a calf injury during a practice session on Tuesday, which could potentially rule him out of the Lord’s Test against India. The experienced fast bowler skipped the team’s net session after experiencing some discomfort in his calf during the warm-ups. Broad is one game short of making 150 Test caps. While Saqib Mahmood is yet to make his Test debut, he was in the news recently as he was named the Man of the Series following England’s 3-0 drubbing of Pakistan in the ODI series....
Both India and New Zealand were knocked out of the T20 World Cup 2022 in the semifinals. They will look to work on their weak zones on the road to the next T20 World Cup. Last year, India beat New Zealand 3-0 in a T20I series after the T20 World Cup. The Blackcaps will be keen to avenge that defeat. Ahead of the series opener in Wellington, here are some vital stats and numbers you need to know from previous T20Is hosted by Sky Stadium....
The Men in Blue batted first in the contest after winning the toss. Rohit Sharma (34) and Shubman Gill gave the hosts a decent start with a watchful 60-run opening stand in 12 overs. Sharma once again failed to convert his start as he perished while attempting a slog shot. Virat Kohli and Ishan Kishan also returned to the pavilion soon after, leaving their side in a spot of bother....
Batting first after winning the toss, the Men in Blue put up 349-8 in their 50 overs. Opener Shubman Gill top-scored with 208 off 149, becoming the fifth Indian to smash a double hundred in ODIs and the youngest ever. In response, Kiwi No. 7 Michael Bracewell slammed a spectacular 140 off 78. However, he could not take New Zealand over the finish line as the visitors were all out for 337 in the 50th over....
The loss means Pakistan need to win their other game against Hong Kong. They will have a shot at meeting India again in the Super 4, provided they finish as one of the top two teams in Group A. Perhaps the two arch-rivals could also have a chance of meeting in the final if they manage to finish the Super 4 round as the first and second teams, respectively....
Bhuvneshwar returned figures of 4/26 as India bowled out Pakistan for 147 in their Asia Cup 2022 opener in Dubai on Sunday (August 28). The Men in Blue then chased down the 148-run target with five wickets and two deliveries to spare. During a discussion on Star Sports, Gambhir was asked about his thoughts on how good the swing bowler is currently. He responded: Gambhir pointed out that swing is more lethal than pace in international cricket....
The right-handed batter scored a crucial half-century in the T20I series opener against South Africa on Wednesday, September 28, helping India chase a total of 106 with eight wickets to spare. Rahul was lauded by Jadeja for his impressive showing. During a discussion on Cricbuzz, Jadeja opined that while Rahul has been under the scanner lately for his lack of form, he has played his role well, scoring valuable runs for the team consistently....
