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Olympics: Vinesh, Aman, Antim set to begin India's quest for wrestling medals in Paris

Vinesh Phogat will need to overcome a turbulent lead-up to the Paris Games as she steps onto the mat, determined to secure an elusive Olympic medal. Alongside her, five of her fellow wrestlers will also aim to carve their own success stories on the grandest stage when the wrestling competition…

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Beyond smoking: Other factors leading to lung cancer

Lung cancer remains one of the most prevalent and deadliest forms of cancer globally, with India witnessing up to 80,000 new cases annually. While smoking is a well-known cause, it is crucial to recognize that other factors significantly contribute to the incidence of lung cancer.

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

'Usse bada achha lagta tha jab mai ek gana gaata tha': Shikhar Dhawan on his friendship with Rohit Sharma

Recalling the days when he used to open batting for India alongside Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan shared some interesting little anecdotes to showcase his camaraderie with the India captain in a video on the occasion of 'Friendship Day' being celebrated today (August 4).

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Paris Olympics: Same old story for Deepika Kumari, falters at crucial juncture in quarters

PARIS: If two bad rounds haunted Manu Bhaker in the morning in Chateauroux, it was a case of two bad shots for Deepika Kumari in archery. The 30-year-old, competing at her fourth consecutive Olympics, was looking to put all past disappointments to rest as she took on South Korea’s 19-year-old…

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Breast cancer: Rising incidence and awareness

Breast cancer in India is the commonest cancer in women and with more than 200,000 new cancer cases reported annually. The incidence in younger women is higher primarily due to the younger population of women in India being a majority, with nearly 75% comprising below 50y age group.

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Lakshya Sen's biggest test is here, faces Viktor Axelsen in the singles semi-final at Paris Olympics

PARIS: Will it be Super Sunday for India and Lakshya Sen? The young star, who already has a glittering collection of medals starting from the 2018 Youth Olympics, is well primed for the biggest match of his career at the La Chapelle arena here.

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

'No regrets, this is better than not making finals': Manu Bhaker after finishing fourth in 25m pistol event at Paris Olympics

CHATEAUROUX: "Hi!" Manu Bhaker greeted us as she walked into the mixed zone wearing a pretty smile. She had just come out of the shooting range, having missed another medal that would have added to her growing stature. She wore the disappointment of it all lightly on her shoulders.

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Virat Kohli: 'Mai kabhi ladai nahi karta kisi se' - Watch

In a candid chat during an interview, the clip of which has gone viral on social media, India's batting legend Virat Kohli is heard telling the interviewer "mai kabhi ladai nahi karta kisi se (I never fight with anyone)".

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Paris Olympics: How two below-par rounds cost double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker historic treble

CHATEAUROUX: A rollercoaster. That's how Manu Bhaker described it later here on Saturday morning. Her bid for a historic third medal had ended in an agonizing finish. It must have left her feeling empty inside, but she did not show it. She has learnt not to show it. She was…

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024

Confusion: Why there was no 'Super Over' in the tied first ODI between India and Sri Lanka

The first match of the ODI series between India and Sri Lanka ended in a tie, but the 'Super Over' rule was not used as a tiebreaker to decide a winner despite the ICC rules stating that it "shall be played".

The Times of India · Aug 4, 2024