NEW DELHI: Former India coach Vimal Kumar has strongly criticised the Badminton World Federation’s decision to introduce a new scoring system, saying it could harm the sport rather than improve it.The BWF recently approved a 3×15 format, replacing the long-standing 21-point system, with the change set to come into effect from January 2027. ‘This is…
Rajat Patidar (Image credit: BCCI/IPL) NEW DELHI: Rajat Patidar is rapidly cementing his reputation as one of the most dangerous batters in IPL playoff history. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru skipper once again rose to the occasion with a sensational unbeaten 93 off just 33 deliveries against Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of IPL 2026 at…
Referee Raphael Claus shows a red card to United States’ Folarin Balogun (R). (AP Photo) FIFA’s unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s automatic one-match ban has ignited a fierce debate at the FIFA World Cup 2026, drawing criticism from rival teams and coaches even as the United States welcomed the move ahead of its Round…
Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images) Real Madrid’s attempt to sign Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez has ended in disappointment after their massive €150 million offer was turned down by their city rivals.The Spanish giants confirmed the bid in an official statement on Tuesday, making public what would…
The world of music is in mourning today. Oliver Tree, the American singer-songwriter whose infectious electro-pop songs attracted millions of fans across the world, passed away on June 14, 2026 in a helicopter crash that claimed six lives in Rio de Janeiro Brazil, according to Associated Press and CNN Brazil. He was 32.The day before…
US launches Education Freedom Tax Credit to expand school choice The US Departments of Education and Treasury have released details of a new Education Freedom Tax Credit during National School Choice Week. The programme has been introduced under President Donald Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts Act and is being positioned by the administration as a…
HDFC Bank CEO and MD Sashidhar Jagdishan said in an interview with TOI that there were matters on which he and the former chairman agreed to disagree, and these were dealt with maturity on the board, and his resignation came as a surprise. However, Chinese whispers gave these a dramatic flavour outside.When did you come…
Ferguson on Jamieson’s Send-Off to Sooryavanshi Lockie Ferguson has come out in support of his teammate Kyle Jamieson after the Delhi Capitals pacer was cautioned by the IPL for his animated send-off to teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.The incident took place early in Rajasthan Royals’ innings during their clash against Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh…
Ashok Sharma bowls fastest bowl of IPL 2026 vs Rajasthan Royals Gujarat Titans unearthed a moment of raw pace brilliance in IPL 2026 as Ashok Sharma sent down the quickest delivery of the season so far during their clash against the Rajasthan Royals at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The young pacer consistently hurried the Royals…
Pentagon bars military personnel from Ivy League universities amid education policy shift In a move that could reshape higher education choices for serving officers, the United States Department of Defense has announced that military personnel will be barred from attending several Ivy League and elite institutions beginning next academic year. According to an original report…
