Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey questions the director general’s authority. He seeks accountability and transparency in the recent jersey colour change. Tirkey expressed surprise at learning about the redesign through social media. He emphasised the need for governance and consultation for symbolic decisions. The president requested a comprehensive reply with documentary evidence by Tuesday.
A Delhi court has acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The sexual harassment case involved allegations from several women wrestlers. Suspended WFI assistant secretary Vinod Tomar was also found not guilty. The trial concluded after three years with the court examining many witnesses. This verdict follows months of protests by prominent wrestlers demanding
Yash Vir Singh arrived in Glasgow with little attention but left with a Commonwealth Games bronze after a personal-best final throw. In this interview with TimesofIndia.com, he opens up about the injury that nearly derailed his career, the months spent in rehabilitation, Neeraj Chopra’s words before his medal-winning attempt and the father who has guided
The Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Delhi authorities for their responses. A PIL seeks designated protest sites, citing Jantar Mantar’s lack of amenities. The court noted Jantar Mantar’s unsuitability for holding protests and basic facilities. Petitioner mentioned potential marches and police actions to prevent violence. Authorities are responsible for handling emerging situations and
Jana Nayagan continues to perform well at the box office, earning over Rs 3.85 crore on its twelfth day. The film has achieved a total India gross collection of Rs 209.35 crore and Rs 179.45 crore net. Overseas collections have also been strong, contributing Rs 1 crore on day twelve. This brings the worldwide gross
Prashant Kishor secured his first electoral victory in the Bankipur bypoll. This win challenges the established green and saffron political dominance in Bihar. Kishor, a renowned political strategist, launched his Jan Suraaj Party after extensive grassroots work. His victory sends a message to national parties regarding key issues. The outcome suggests Bihar may accommodate a
Colombian authorities have intercepted a fishing vessel carrying approximately 1,764 pounds of suspected illegally caught marine animals believed to have been taken from the protected Malpelo Fauna and Flora Sanctuary, bringing renewed attention to illegal fishing in one of the country’s most ecologically important marine reserves.
In a harrowing incident in Faridabad, a young teacher was brutally murdered by a stalker who deceived her into meeting him at the school gate by using her husband’s name. The attacker stabbed her repeatedly, exceeding twenty times, in front of both students and staff. Authorities apprehended the 21-year-old assailant within hours. The victim, a
Fifty years ago, American red crayfish were introduced to Spain’s Guadalquivir River basin, and they have since established a permanent presence. These aggressive invaders have wreaked havoc on local wildlife and disrupted aquatic ecosystems. Yet, local communities have successfully built an economy around their harvesting and processing. This dependence has sparked legal disputes, resulting in
An ambulance carrying a snakebite patient was stranded for nearly an hour by kanwariyas. Pilgrims blocked the Delhi-Meerut road after alleging damage to their kanwar and trolley. Police intervened to clear the passage and restore normal traffic flow. Traffic diversions were advanced due to rising pilgrim numbers and Monday’s disruption. These measures will significantly alter
