Kolkata set to host 5th Balrampur Chini East Zone Open Bridge Championship from August 14
Kolkata/IBNS: The fifth Balrampur Chini East Zone Open Bridge Championship 2026 will be held on August 14-16 at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre here.
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Cristiano Ronaldo finally marries Georgina Rodríguez? Viral post sends fans into frenzy
Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, Georgina Rodríguez, in a private ceremony in Portugal, media reports said.
“Love made us two…”: Michael Schumacher’s nephew shares emotional baby announcement
Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher has remained away from the public spotlight for several years following his devastating skiing accident, but a piece of happy news has now emerged from his family.
Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel arrested in rape, criminal intimidation case
Kolkata/IBNS: Abishek Porel, the Bengal cricketer who represents Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League (IPL), has been arrested in connection with a criminal case involving allegations of rape, assault and criminal intimidation.
Kolkata Marathon 2026: 15,000 runners, full 42.2-km race and a special heroes category
Kolkata/IBNS: Over 15,000 runners are expected to join the 11th edition of Jai Balaji Group’s Kolkata Marathon taking place on November 29, 2026.
‘Will be remembered for a long time’: PM Modi praises Lovlina Borgohain’s objection to distorted India map in Glasgow
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised boxer Lovlina Borgohain for objecting to a distorted map of India that she spotted at a restaurant in Glasgow during the 2026 Commonwealth Games, media reports said.
Cristiano Ronaldo's wedding rumours cause chaos as fans storm wrong wedding in Madeira
Thousands of fans of Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo gathered outside a cathedral in Madeira after mistakenly believing that the football star was getting married, turning an unsuspecting couple’s wedding into a bizarre scene of chaos.
Kolkata duo make history! Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari win India’s first-ever gold at World Bridge Championship in China
Hefei/Kolkata/IBNS: City based Sagnik Roy and Sayantan Kushari made India proud bagging the gold in the Under 31 pairs final of 9th World Youth Transnational Bridge Championship held at Hefei, China on Saturday, according to Bridge Federation of India secretary Debasish Ray.
Rockstar Games to unveil new GTA 6 footage on Netflix before official YouTube release
Rockstar Games and streaming platform Netflix have announced a partnership that will led to the premiere of an extensive look of its much-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI this month.
India finishes 4th at Commonwealth Games 2026 with 39 medals despite missing medal-rich sports
Glasgow/IBNS: India signed off its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with a fourth-place finish in the overall medal standings, collecting 39 medals, including 13 gold, 17 silver and nine bronze.
Pakistan's historic woman boxer reveals why India's Mary Kom is her biggest inspiration
Indian Olympic medallist and boxing icon MC Mary Kom has inspired generations of young athletes across the country. Now, an inspiring story has emerged from Pakistan, where Commonwealth Games medallist Fatima Zahra has credited the Indian legend for motivating her boxing journey.
CWG 2026: India strikes Gold twice as boxing stars Preeti Pawar, Jaismine shine; Medal tally hits 30
India delivered an impressive performance at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday, securing multiple medals across various disciplines and strengthening its position in the medals table.
Who are Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh? The duo behind India's first-ever Commonwealth Games judo golds
Glasgow/IBNS: Asmita Dey and Harsh Singh scripted history for Indian sport by winning the country's first-ever Commonwealth Games gold medals in judo.
Double delight for India! Neeraj Chopra wins silver, Yashvir Singh bags bronze at CWG
Indian Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra produced a commanding performance under testing conditions to win the silver medal in the men's javelin throw event at the ongoing Commonwealth Games on Friday.
Blue out, saffron in: Hockey India breaks silence after jersey row erupts
New Delhi/IBNS: Hockey India has defended its decision to change the colour of the Indian men's and women's national hockey team jerseys after the move triggered widespread criticism, with former captain Viren Rasquinha calling it "embarrassing".
Ajinkya Rahane retires from international cricket: 'Melbourne hero' reveals what's next after Team India
Mumbai/IBNS: Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane, one of India's most accomplished Test batters, on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket.
From abusive marriage to Commonwealth glory: Sharmila Dhankar's gold-winning journey will leave you inspired
Sharmila Dhankar proved that determination can triumph over adversity as the Indian para-athlete scripted history by winning a gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, becoming the country's first-ever para-athletics gold medallist at the event.
Records shattered! Mirabai Chanu delivers India's first Gold at CWG 2026
India's wait for a gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games came to an end on Sunday as star weightlifter Mirabai Chanu delivered a record-breaking performance to clinch the women's 48kg title in Glasgow.
CWG: Chanambam Rishikanta Singh wins silver in men's 60 kg weightlifting
India's wait for a CWG gold medal was prolonged after Chanambam Rishikanta Singh settled for the second position in the men's 60kg weightlifting on Sunday.
How Team India's medical unit is helping athletes stay Games-ready in Glasgow
Glassgow: As India's athletes chase medals at the Commonwealth Games, a team of doctors and physiotherapists is working behind the scenes to keep competitors fit, manage injuries and ensure they remain ready to perform throughout the event.
Kolkata on the brink of hosting Brazil in blockbuster international friendly: Reports
The excitement of the FIFA World Cup may be over, but football fans in India could soon have another major spectacle to look forward to, with Brazil reportedly set to visit Kolkata for an international friendly in October.
ICC World Test Championship Final has been finalised? Guess the historic stadium which will host the grand event
The Oval in London has been confirmed as the venue for next year's ICC World Test Championship Final, which will be played from Wednesday, 9 June to Sunday, 13 June.
FIFA to investigate Argentina's conduct after fiery World Cup final
Spain lifted the FIFA World Cup 2026 title after edging Argentina 1-0 in an extra-time thriller, but the final was overshadowed by ugly post-match scenes that reportedly prompted FIFA to open an investigation into Argentina's conduct.
Watch: Trump's awkward World Cup moment goes viral as Infantino leads him off Spain's celebration podium
An awkward moment during the FIFA World Cup final presentation ceremony went viral after US President Donald Trump appeared to remain on the podium as Spain celebrated its title triumph on Sunday night.
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain are world champions again. A goal in the 106th minute — deep into extra time — gave Spain a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, delivering La Roja their second world title and confirming their status as the most complete footballing nation on the planet right now.
Cricket loses a giant: West Indies legend Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89
Cricket legend and former West Indies captain Sir Garfield Sobers passed away at the age of 89 on Friday, according to media reports.
Shakira hails Lionel Messi ahead of World Cup final, says he is 'beyond extraordinary'
Music superstar Shakira has paid an emotional tribute to Lionel Messi ahead of Argentina's FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Spain, calling the football icon "beyond extraordinary" and praising his dedication, discipline and longevity.
UK urges FIFA probe after Argentina players display Falklands banner after World Cup semifinal win
The British government has called on FIFA to investigate Argentina's national football team after several players displayed a banner asserting Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands during celebrations following their FIFA World Cup semifinal victory over England, media reports said.
Argentina stun England with late rally to storm into FIFA World Cup 2026 final
Defending champions Argentina produced a dramatic late comeback to defeat England 2-1 in their FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, earning a place in Sunday's (Monday, July 20, 12:30 am Indian time) title clash against Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Erling Haaland’s World Cup run ends, but his name is now winning hearts in Peru
Erling Haaland's golden run at the FIFA World Cup may have ended with Norway's exit, but his impact continues to be felt across the globe, particularly in Peru.