Smith Leads, Jhye Richardson Back in Australia XII for MCG
Steve Smith will captain Australia in the 4th Ashes Test as Jhye Richardson returns after 4 years. Get all the details on the squad and the all-pace attack strategy for Melbourne.
Steve Smith will captain Australia in the 4th Ashes Test as Jhye Richardson returns after 4 years. Get all the details on the squad and the all-pace attack strategy for Melbourne.
Explore the history of the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, its origins, and why it's a summer spectacle. Discover India's role and the global significance of December 26 in sports.
Australian police probe a suspicious fire that destroyed a car displaying a 'Happy Hanukkah' sign in Melbourne. The incident raises fears of an antisemitic attack amid rising hate crimes.
A car displaying a Hanukkah sign was set on fire in Melbourne, Australia, days after the Bondi Junction stabbing. Police are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime.
A car displaying a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was torched in Melbourne, marking another suspected antisemitic incident in Australia following the deadly Bondi Beach shooting. Police are investigating.
Ahead of the Boxing Day Test, Steve Smith previews the MCG pitch, discusses Australia's strategy, and reflects on the team's performance in the Ashes series. Read more.
England's Harry Brook is just 7 runs from 3000 Test runs, eyeing Denis Compton's record. As Australia lead Ashes 3-0, we analyse Brook's series and the MCG Test preview.
Four-time Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus announces retirement at 25. Discover why she chose love and family with boyfriend Mack Powell over continuing her stellar swimming career. Read her inspiring story.
The 42nd BAMCEF national conference in Cuttack faces last-minute cancellation. Organisers cry foul, allege conspiracy against SC, ST, OBC & minority voices. Read more.
Bombay High Court directs urgent measures for Kanjurmarg dumping site, stating odour pollution violates citizens' fundamental right to breathe fresh air under Article 21. Details inside.
Sarla Aviation initiates ground testing of its half-scale eVTOL demonstrator in Bengaluru, a key step for India's urban air mobility. Read about the tech and future plans.
Australia captain Pat Cummins casts doubt on playing the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne after leading his team to an unassailable 3-0 Ashes lead. Read his full comments on injury management.
Australia captain Pat Cummins expresses uncertainty about playing the Melbourne Test, discusses Nathan Lyon's fitness, and reflects on the Ashes series victory. Get the full update here.
Two new automated multi-level car parking facilities in Thiruvananthapuram, launched in November, remain shut. Construction delays and railway demands stall openings, exacerbating parking chaos in the capital. Read more.
Discover the meticulously choreographed world of aircraft ground movement. From taxiing to pushback, learn how ATC, technology, and rules ensure safety and efficiency at busy airports.
Uttar Pradesh U-19 team qualifies for the Cooch Behar Trophy knockout stage after a draw with Bengal. Dense fog washes out the final day's play in Bareilly. Get the full match report and scores here.
Persistent rain in Dubai looms over the ACC U19 Asia Cup semifinal between India and Sri Lanka on Friday. Find out what happens if the match is washed out and how both teams reached this stage.
A Jammu court rejects interim bail for LeT over-ground worker Mohd Rafi, citing flight risk and serious charges of narcotics and arms trafficking. Details inside.
UP Police headquarters demands explanation from Bahraich police after a viral video shows a guard of honour for Kathavachak Pundrik Goswami on a parade ground. DGP calls it a norm violation. Read the full story.
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi proposes the IKIGAI framework for regional stability at the 3rd Land Forces Summit hosted by Japan. Read his strategic vision.
The 4th Decor & Hospitality Exhibition opens today at Kisan Mela Ground, Ludhiana. Explore 150+ brands, live demos, and expert sessions until March 3. Don't miss the premier trade event!
The Dom Raja family in Varanasi issues a 72-hour ultimatum to clear encroachments at Manikarnika Ghat. Authorities take action after the threat to stop cremations. Read the full story.
Dense fog and poor light forced a complete washout of the second day's play in the Vijay Merchant Trophy U-16 match between UP and Bengal in Bareilly. Get the latest updates on the weather-hit fixture.
Residents and veteran athletes in Bengaluru's Jeevanahalli oppose artificial turf installation at historic Sir Ground, fearing loss of free access and sporting heritage. Read more.
A Central Ground Water Board report finds elevated copper, iron, and manganese in Canacona's groundwater, posing health risks. Immediate monitoring and treatment urged.
Massive prehistoric tunnels in South America, once a mystery, are now linked to giant ground sloths. This discovery reshapes our understanding of ancient ecosystems and megafauna's role as environmental engineers. Explore the fascinating evidence.
A sudden FAA ground stop at New York's LaGuardia Airport halted departures, causing over 1000 Delta delays and 200 cancellations. Winter weather and staffing strains compound travel misery. Read for details and traveller advice.
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria inspected the Dadumajra dumping ground, reviewing scientific waste clearance & MRF centres. He directed officials to expedite work and transform the site into a green zone for public health relief.
Ranchi administration demolishes encroachments on RIMS ground in Bariatu. Drive follows Jharkhand High Court order, targets 15 buildings. Read the latest updates.
Bishop Antony Kattiparambil was consecrated as the 36th bishop of Cochin Diocese in a historic ceremony in Fort Kochi. Read about the ceremony and his journey.