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Australia's decade of 'unfinished business' with India

Nathan Lyon is raring to be unleashed on India, given Australia's previous struggles against Rohit Sharma's side.

AAP · Aug 18, 2024

Neeraj Chopra eyes Diamond League triumph; to postpone surgery

NEW DELHI: Neeraj Chopra usually reflects a sense of equanimity when he speaks to the media. On Saturday, he appeared restive.

The Times of India · Aug 18, 2024

What led to Neeraj Chopra's last four throws at Paris Olympics final ending up as fouls? Devendra Jhajharia explains

NEW DELHI: The pressure was palpable on Neeraj Chopra's face as he grabbed the javelin for his first throw in the Paris Olympics final. Having won gold at the Tokyo Games, Neeraj was aiming for another finish on top of the podium but eventually ended up winning the silver, finishing…

The Times of India · Aug 18, 2024

Nationwide strike by Indian doctors over Kolkata medic’s rape, murder

Hospitals hit by 24-hour shutdown as protests demanding protection for health workers and condemning violence swell.

Al Jazeera · Aug 17, 2024

Watch: Rahul Dravid's son Samit hits a stunning six in Maharaja Trophy

NEW DELHI: Former India batting great Rahul Dravid's son Samit is already making headlines in a short domestic career.

The Times of India · Aug 17, 2024

What to know as thousands protest sexual violence in India

Anger at the Indian government’s failure to deter rising violence against women has fueled protests by medics and women’s groups across Indian cities after a trainee doctor was raped and killed last week

The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2024

Hafta letters: NL app, Olympics, scam calls

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Newslaundry · Aug 17, 2024

Vinesh Phogat in tears upon return home from Paris after Olympic heartbreak

India's celebrated wrestler Vinesh Phogat, visibly distraught and in tears, returned home from Paris on Saturday as she landed at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport after her Olympic campaign ended in heartbreaking circumstances.

The Times of India · Aug 17, 2024

Indian Doctors Stage Nationwide Strike Over Colleague's Murder

Indian doctors launched a nationwide strike Saturday, escalating protests after the "barbaric" rape and murder of their colleague that has channelled outrage at the chronic issue of violence against women.

International Business Times · Aug 17, 2024

Jasprit Bumrah says 'bowlers drive the game' even if India loves batters

It's often said bowlers win you matches, which is truer for Test cricket where teams consistently taking 20 wickets are more successful. That's where Jasprit Bumrah has changed the narrative when it comes to Indian fast bowlers.

The Times of India · Aug 17, 2024