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Prasidh five-for, Jaiswal hundred help India sweep Afghanistan 3-0

Shahidi's maiden ODI century went in vain for Afghanistan

Prasidh grabs five in Chennai, Afghanistan fold for 218

Shahidi's maiden ODI century brought some respectability to Afghanistan's first-innings show in Chennai

India's depth takes centrestage as Afghanistan fight to avoid whitewash

India's youngsters have grabbed their opportunities leaving Afghanistan searching for answers ahead of the final ODI

Asia's richest man Ambani announces what could be India's biggest share sale

India's largest telecom operator is expected to raise around $4bn (£3.02bn), according to media reports.

Indian court rejects appeal over ban on Telegram app

The ruling comes after India said channels on the app were selling leaked questions for undergraduate entrance ​exams.

Cricket journalist and broadcast legend Qamar Ahmed dies aged 88

Q was witness to Gavaskar's 10,000th run, Hadlee's 400th wicket, Kumble's 10-for, cricket's 1000th Test and its 2000th in 2011

Modi and Netanyahu: the making of an unlikely alliance

As Israel’s isolation deepens, ties with New Delhi are growing — from drones to statues

What brings Modi and Netanyahu together

As Israel’s isolation deepens, ties with New Delhi are growing — from drones to statues

Why was India’s Cockroach Janta Party founder attacked?

Why was India’s Cockroach Janta Party founder attacked?

India claim convincing win over Netherlands

Watch highlights as India continue their dominance at the Women's T20 World Cup after they crush Netherlands by 95 runs in Headingley.

Shafali's all-round show helps India beat Netherlands

India batter hits her first T20 World Cup fifty and backs it up with a three-for in Headingley

Shreyanka Patil stretchered off after twisting ankle during Netherlands clash

The offspin allrounder suffered the injury after bowling her first ball in the game while attempting to run and stop a single

Trump says he will visit India as frosty relationship with Modi thaws

Trump made the announcement during chat where he also vowed to protect India.

Trump calls Modi a ‘killer’ and an ‘angel’

President Donald Trump praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “killer” and an “angel" at the G7 in France.

Telegram challenges India ban over exam paper leak fears

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov has called the ban a "mistake", arguing it would punish millions of users.

Ambani set to fire starting gun on India’s largest IPO

Iran war has hit country’s equity market and disrupted what was positioned to be another record year for flotations

India: Why a country of 1.4 billion is not in the football World Cup

The world's most populous country is still missing from football's biggest stage.

India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns

The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.

A year on, six questions still haunt the Air India crash investigation

From fuel switches to engine failures, here are the biggest mysteries around the Air India crash inquiry.

'Outstanding' Deepti takes five wickets in win over Pakistan

Deepti Sharma takes five wickets, including three in the final over, to help India secure a 64-run win over Pakistan in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group One match at…

India thrash Pakistan to open T20 World Cup with win

Smriti Mandhana's 68-run knock and Deepti Sharma's five-wicket haul helped India secure an impressive 64-run win over Pakistan in Group One of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Sunday at T20 World Cup: It's India vs Pakistan, and a debut for Netherlands

Fatima Sana had an injury scare but will "hopefully" play on Sunday in the double-header in Birmingham

Deadly military plane crash in India’s Assam

A military transport aircraft has crashed in India’s northeastern Assam during a routine fligh.

Football: Why is India struggling to play the world’s most popular sport?

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off, 101 East explores why India struggles to compete in the world's most popular sport

Five Indian air force staff killed as transport plane crashes in Assam

Antonov An-32 transport plane crashed near Assam’s Jorhat region, air forces says.

India’s West Bengal pushes out Muslim Bangladeshis

Thousands of Muslim Bangladeshis have been detained or deported under West Bengal's new BJP government.

More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say

A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.

India face test of depth in first-ever ODI series against Afghanistan

Afghanistan will lean on their ODI experience in India, who will not have Kohli, Hardik, Siraj and Bumrah

A year after Air India crash killed 260: Do we know what happened?

Families of victims still await a final report about the Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad last year.

Family mourn Indian sailor killed in US strike on oil tanker

The wife and family of an Indian sailor killed in a US strike on a tanker off Oman this week have gathered in mourning.

'I will come home safely': Indian sailor's last words to wife before a US strike killed him

Patnala Suresh and his wife were looking forward to celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary this month.

Air India crash: Grieving families say justice remains elusive a year later

A lottery visa that turned into a death warrant. A grieving father fighting deportation, as relatives await reparation.

Mountain of war: The India-Pakistan conflict’s deadliest battle zone

After their war last May, India and Pakistan reached a truce. But deaths continued on the world's highest battlefield.

Cheaper, faster, and culturally aware, Avataar’s video AI is built for India’s scale

Avataar AI's distilled video model is priced at $0.005 for every second of generation

India protests to US after three sailors killed in tanker attack

New Delhi calls for ‘de-escalation’ in Gulf but appears to have little appetite for diplomatic confrontation with Washington

Air India crash report delay expected over unfinished engine analysis, source says

A final report into a deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash is expected to be delayed past the one-year anniversary on Friday, a source has told Reuters.

Three Indian sailors killed in US strike on oil tanker

A US strike on an oil tanker accused of transporting Iranian oil has killed three Indian sailors.

The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash

The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

Air India crash pilot's father vows to defend son's reputation

Investigators are expected to soon release an update on the crash, which killed 260 people last year.

Kashmiri rights activist wins partial court victory but remains behind bars

The Delhi High Court grants bail to Kashmiri rights activist Khurram Parvez, jailed in India for nearly five years.

Warwickshire sign India spinner Suthar

Warwickshire sign India off-spinner Manav Suthar for their next two County Championship games.

Modi is using a cannon to kill a cockroach

A student parody account has rattled India’s most powerful man and exposed just how thin his skin has become.

I’ve been invited to two weddings in India. How much will this end up costing me?

‘This is my first time going to a wedding as an adult’

All 24 Indian crew rescued from tanker set ablaze off Oman after US strike

Crew members of the unladen tanker had sent distress messages saying the vessel was on fire and sinking.

How one of India's most successful female politicians is losing her party

Mamata Banerjee's once-dominant Trinamool Congress party is unravelling, weeks after losing power in West Bengal.

India complete record Test win over Afghanistan

Debutant Manav Suthar takes seven wickets in the match as India thrash Afghanistan by an innings and 300 runs to claim their biggest Test win.

'We don't look at the sky any more': The Air India crash victims who were not on the plane

A grandfather, a survivor, a witness: one year after the crash, the people on the ground tell their stories.

Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on

Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema.

Sooryavanshi, 15, gets first India call-up

Fifteen-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi receives his first international call-up by making the India T20 squad to tour England and Ireland.

‘Cockroach Party’ leader returns to India for first New Delhi protest

'Cockroach Party' leader returns to India for first New Delhi protest.

Agarkar: Shreyas replacing Suryakumar 'best way forward'

Ajit Agarkar said it was a "tough call" to drop a captain who had just led India to a T20 World Cup title

Cockroach Janta Party rallies in New Delhi for youth protests

Protesters call for education minister's resignation after exam scandals, symbolising a lost faith in India's system.

Supporters of the Cockroach People’s Party hold protest in New Delhi

CJP organisers rally supporters to demand the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

AirTrunk commits $30B to build 5GW of AI data centers in India

The Australian data center operator plans to set up 5GW of capacity in India.

Indians can now bet on the monsoon

Heatwaves may be more important

Channing Tatum, Gemma Chan Sundance Winner ‘Josephine’ Lands Indian Subcontinent Rights With Fragrant Nature Film Creations (EXCLUSIVE)

Fragrant Nature Film Creations has acquired exclusive distribution rights to “Josephine” across the Indian subcontinent. The deal covers India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri…

Indian film union drops boycott call against Bollywood star Ranveer Singh

The producers of Don 3 had earlier complained that Singh's alleged exit from the film had caused major financial losses.

Deadly fire rips through New Delhi hotel

A fire has ripped through a hotel in New Delhi, killing at least 21 people including 18 foreign nationals.

Is the Great Nicobar Island India’s Hormuz-like chokepoint against China?

Far away from Indian mainland, the government is pumping billions of dollars into a controversial development project.

'Oh no, no, no!' - India reach 180 as Ecclestone has moment to forget

Sophie Ecclestone has a moment to forget as she misses a simple run-out opportunity on the final ball of India's innings, as they set England 181 to win in the third and final T20…

‘Jimpa,’ ‘Maspalomas’ Slated For Kashish Pride Film Festival In Mumbai, South Asia’s Biggest LGBTQ+ Festival

EXCLUSIVE: The Olivia Colman-John Lithgow starring Jimpa and Goya Award-winning Maspalomas are set to headline Kashish Pride Film Festival, South Asia’s largest LGBTQ+ film…

Belgian NGO urges India to arrest Israeli reservist over alleged war crimes

The Hind Rajab Foundation is using videos made by Eitan Gilboa and posted to social media as evidence.

Huge Messi statue taken down in India over safety fears

Huge Messi statue taken down in India over safety fears.

'Mornings and nights no longer exist' at 47C: A day in the hottest place in India

What a day in India's hottest district reveals about life on the frontline of extreme heat.

Revolut rolls out services to thousands of users in India ahead of broader launch

The British fintech has built a waitlist of about 450,000 users in India as it prepares for a broader launch.

Indian PM Modi meets Myanmar military gov’t leader in New Delhi

Myanmar opposition groups criticise India for hosting Min Aung Hlaing, but India says engagement is best way forward.

Sooryavanshi, 15, wins car at IPL awards - but cannot drive it

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins a car for his performances in the Indian Premier League - but the 15-year-old will have to wait three years to drive it.

‘Sapne Vs Everyone’ Star Ambrish Verma Lands IMDb Breakout Star Award

EXCLUSIVE: Sapne Vs Everyone actor Ambrish Verma has been handed an IMDb ‘Breakout Star’ STARmeter award. This recognizes talent whose popularity on IMDb has been…

A year of grief after Air India crash: What remains when a plane falls from the sky

A mother still speaks about her son who died in the crash in the present tense and a brother waits for answers.

Kohli inspires RCB to back-to-back IPL titles

Virat Kohli's imperious unbeaten 75 helps Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League final securing back-to-back titles.

India’s ‘city of glass’ under pressure as Gulf crisis chokes off energy

Iran conflict threatens four-century tradition of glassmaking as industry tipped to use gas to power furnaces

Solanki banks on Gill-Sai Sudharsan's 'immense appetite for run-scoring'

"He knows how to deal with all of those matters - success, failure, professional sport is about dealing with exactly that," Solanki says about Gill's mindset heading into IPL 2026

Founders seize on Indian court ruling to revive criticism of Google’s ad business

The ruling drew support from founders, while lawyers said it could force platforms to revisit how they handle trademarked keywords.

Mumbai's famed dabbawalas fed millions for over 100 years - now they are disappearing

Dabbawalas, who deliver home-cooked meals, are leaving the trade as remote work and rising costs threaten their future.

Sooryavanshi's 96 in vain as Titans knock out Royals

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi excels again in the IPL with a brilliant 96, but his Rajasthan Royals are beaten by Gujarat Titans who book their place in Sunday's final.

Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre’s ‘Raakh’ Sets June Prime Video Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Prime Video has set June 12 as the global premiere date for “Raakh,” the Hindi-language investigative thriller starring Ali Fazal (“Mirzapur”), Sonali…

Mother-in-law of Indian bride whose death set off media frenzy arrested

Twisha Sharma's death on 12 May has sparked rival claims of murder and suicide and dominated headlines.

India inflict heavy defeat on England in opening T20

India's Jemimah Rodrigues and Yastika Bhatia put on 126 for the third wicket to set up a 38-run victory over England in the opening women's T20 at Chelmsford.

Hundreds flee India crackdown on undocumented migrants

Hundreds flee India crackdown on undocumented migrants

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hailed as a once-in-a-lifetime talent after IPL blitz

Cricket greats, writers and broadcasters hail 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener after his 29-ball 97 in IPL playoffs.

Sooryavanshi smashes his way to the top of IPL 2026 Orange Cap table

Jofra Archer, meanwhile, picked up three wickets for the second game running, and is only two behind Purple Cap leaders Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Kagiso Rabada

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Sooryavanshi, 15, stuns again in IPL eliminator

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produces his latest extraordinary innings by hitting 97 from just 29 balls in the Indian Premier League eliminator.

Mo Bobat: RCB 'walk towards pressure situations rather than away from them'

"Everybody who had a chance to impact the game and put pressure on the opposition was able to do that," RCB director of cricket Mo Bobat says after crushing GT in Qualifier 1

Is the viral ‘Cockroach Janta Party’ a threat to Modi’s government?

Al Jazeera’s @avawarrinerr explores the rise of the Cockroach Janta Party.

Gill admits GT's ground fielding 'not up to mark'

Gujarat Titans dropped three chances and missed a run-out chance in the first innings, as Royal Challengers Bengaluru raced away to a record 254 for 5

RCB beat Buttler's Gujarat to reach IPL final

Captain Rajat Patidar thrashes 93 not out as defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru power into the final of the Indian Premier League.

India’s World Cup broadcast hopes boosted by Zee Entertainment talks

Broadcasting rights for FIFA World Cup 2026 in India have been at a deadlock only weeks ahead of June 11 kickoff.

India, US strike critical minerals deal: What’s in it, why does it matter?

Agreement is latest US has signed as it seeks to diversify its rare earths supply chain.

Delhi's most exclusive club is under threat of shutdown - can it survive?

The British-era Gymkhana Club is facing eviction, triggering a legal battle and a wave of nostalgia.

Nearly 300 tourists rescued after cable cars halt mid-air

Around 300 people were stranded mid-air after the Gondola system suddenly halted in Indian-administered Kashmir.

'Blistering heat': Indians warned to stay indoors as temperatures soar

The BBC's Sumedha Pal described how difficult it was to be standing in the streets of Delhi as temperatures rose to 45C .

Archer powers Royals to final IPL play-off spot

Jofra Archer stars for Rajasthan Royals as they secure the final play-off spot in the Indian Premier League with a 30-run win over Mumbai Indians.

RR qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs; PBKS and KKR knocked out

Rajasthan Royals' victory against Mumbai Indians knocked out both Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders

SolarSquare in talks to raise up to $60M as India’s rooftop solar market draws major VC interest

SolarSquare could be valued at up to $500 million in the financing expected to close next month.

US Secretary of State kicks off India visit, invites Modi to White House

US-Israel war with Iran among issues looming large as Rubio expected to seek to mend in ties with New Delhi.

India's parody 'cockroach party' claims website has been blocked

The satirical group has gained millions of followers as "the voice of the lazy and unemployed".

Rubio meets Modi during India visit with energy high on agenda

The secretary of state wants to sell US energy to Delhi to make up for shortfalls caused by the Iran war.

Kohli refuses Head handshake after heated Hyderabad-Bengaluru clash in IPL

Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Virat Kohli's Royal ​Challengers Bengaluru by 55 runs, leaving former India captain fuming.

Ponting: 'We only have ourselves to blame for where we are'

PBKS' head coach is wary of a dangerous LSG side who have nothing to lose

Are India and Pakistan quietly preparing to restart dialogue?

India and Pakistan remain publicly entrenched, even as unofficial voices push for renewed dialogue and restraint.

Ponting: 'We only have ourselves to blame for where we are'

PBKS' head coach is wary of a dangerous LSG side who have nothing to lose

An Indian bride dies. Rival claims of murder and suicide set off media frenzy

Twisha Sharma, a model and actor, had been married for just five months when she was found dead.

Africa summit in India postponed over Ebola outbreak fears

The India-Africa summit was set to be held next week in Delhi after more than a decade.

Finnish phone-maker HMD bundles Indian AI chatbot onto new smartphone in push to reach local market

HMD is pre-loading Sarvam's Indus chatbot app, which supports 22 Indic languages

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

India-Africa summit postponed as Ebola spreads to M23-held DR Congo area

Efforts to stop the latest outbreak of the deadly disease have been hampered by armed conflict in eastern DR Congo.

Mhambrey won't throw Chahar 'under the train' for catching mishaps

"What we can control is going out there and playing quality 40 hours of cricket," Paras Mhambrey says about Mumbai Indians' motivation with the season having gone bust

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Hardik: 'We would've had a chance had Tilak or I stayed longer'

MI captain pointed to dropped chances at crucial junctures as another reason for their loss in Kolkata

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

‘Unarmed Soldier,’ Biopic on Armless Cricketer Amir Hussain Lone, Lines Up India-Canada Co-Production at Cannes Market (EXCLUSIVE)

Indian and Canadian producers have signed a letter of intent for a treaty co-production on the life of Amir Hussain Lone, the armless cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir, it was…

Amazon MGM Studios To Release Indian Pic ‘Vibe’ In Theatres In September

EXCLUSIVE: Amazon MGM Studios is launching action-comedy Vibe in Indian cinemas on September 18. Produced by Kunal Kemmu and Chirag Nihalani through their Drongo Films banner,…

India-Nordic summit: Why is Modi wooing Northern Europe?

Technology, green transition, geopolitics and India's role in the Arctic region are among key topics on the agenda.

'FedEx says your parcel has drugs': The scam that trapped an Indian comedian

Ankita Shrivastav is among millions of Indians who fall prey to cybercrimes every year.

‘Laalo’ Producers Soul Sutra Unveil 12-Film Gujarati Slate at Cannes Film Market, Eye Global Co-Productions (EXCLUSIVE)

Indian production company Soul Sutra is presenting a 12-film Gujarati-language development and production slate at the Cannes Film Market this week. The banner is led by Indian…

Indian worker among four killed as Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow in over a year

Four people were killed in overnight Ukrainian drone strikes on Russia, authorities have said – in what appears to be the largest attack on Moscow in over a year.

Sundance Winner Neeraj Churi, Daniel Talbott Team on Mumbai Queer Feature ‘Starvation’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Sundance-winning producer Neeraj Churi and U.S. filmmaker Daniel Talbott have joined forces to produce “Starvation,” a Mumbai-set feature written and directed by Film…

Yash on How ‘Toxic’ and ‘Ramayana’ Are Putting Indian Cinema on the Global Stage (EXCLUSIVE)

Four years after “K.G.F: Chapter 2” redefined box office benchmarks across India, Yash is preparing to unveil his next project on a scale that extends far beyond…

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

India’s Indie Filmmakers Form Collective to Fight Theatrical and Streaming Barriers (EXCLUSIVE)

More than 120 Indian filmmakers and producers have united to establish the Independent Filmmakers Assn. of India, a not-for-profit collective designed to improve theatrical…

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

‘Elizabeth’ Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur To Direct ‘Foreign Bodies’ About Vaccine Pioneer Waldemar Haffkine — Cannes Market

EXCLUSIVE: BAFTA-winning Indian filmmaker Shekhar Kapur (Elizabeth) is set to direct Foreign Bodies, a historical drama biopic about vaccine pioneer and bacteriologist Waldemar…

Why Modi wants Indians to buy less gold and take fewer foreign holidays

Modi has urged Indians to save dollars as war and oil shocks strain the rupee and economy further this year.

Bumrah-led MI opt to bowl; PBKS pick Omarzai

Both Hardik and SKY were unavailable for MI, who are out of contention for the playoffs

Padikkal: 'Kohli showed why he is who he is'

Kohli came into the match against KKR on the back of consecutive ducks but hit an unbeaten century in the 193-run chase

Biopic on Armless Cricketer Amir Hussain Lone Unveiled at Cannes (EXCLUSIVE)

A feature film on the life of Amir Hussain Lone, the armless cricketer who captains the Jammu and Kashmir para cricket team, was unveiled on the sidelines of the Cannes Film…

Centre-wicket practice and a new trigger movement: how Rinku Singh regained his form

KKR batter has scored 207 runs in his last four innings without being dismissed

Iran war: Why the BRICS foreign ministers meeting in India matters

The foreign ministers meeting is taking place before the 2026 BRICS summit in India in September.

CSK's Jamie Overton returns home to get thigh injury assessed

Allrounder's injury the latest setback in an injury-ridden season for Chennai Super Kings

India’s salt workers brave brutal heat on Gujarat’s desert plains

Gujarat accounts for 75% of India’s output of salt, produced under punishing conditions by tens of thousands of workers.

Nehra makes the plan, Gill makes the play - GT's 'philosophy' in full bloom

"I think you have to acknowledge the influence of Ashish Nehra on the bowlers that play under him," Sanjay Bangar says of Gujarat Titans' Test-match-like plan of attack with the…

Air India crisis deepens ahead of final Ahmedabad crash report

Air India faces a leadership vacuum and mounting financial losses as it struggles to recover from the crash.

Gill believed 'it won't be easy' for SRH to chase 169 on 'tricky' pitch

Washington Sundar, who scored 50 off 33 balls, said "the plan was to not think much"

Can SRH's power-hitters flip the script against red-hot GT?

SRH arrive with momentum in their batting unit but must overcome a poor record against GT in Ahmedabad, as both teams eye No. 1 spot

Abhinav puts forward Chahal gamble that Punjab Kings might have missed

Spinner did not bowl a single over in the loss to DC

Why welfare isn't winning elections in India like it used to

India's welfare politics still matters, but voters increasingly want jobs, growth and dignity too.

‘Amri’ First Look: Anjali Sivaraman Stars In Mira Nair’s Portrait Of Iconic Artist Amrita Sher-Gil

EXCLUSIVE: Mira Nair has revealed a first look of her next feature, Amri, inspired by the life and art of Amrita Sher-Gil, a pioneer in India’s modern art world, whose bold…

Narendra Modi urges Indians to conserve fuel amid war on Iran

Narendra Modi urges Indians to conserve fuel amid war on Iran

Modi urges Indians to work from home and limit foreign travel as Iran war continues

He said the austerity measures would reduce India's fuel use and help save foreign exchange.

'Cricketing IQ' the key as Bhuvneshwar continues to make an impact

"He's becoming sort of an artist now. He's just becoming so, so good at what he's doing," raves Ambati Rayudu after Bhuvneshwar Kumar's all-round show sinks Mumbai Indians

Modi calls on Indians to tighten their belts amid Gulf crisis

PM asks citizens to work from home, limit gold purchases and stop travelling abroad to conserve foreign exchange

Indian film star Vijay becomes chief minister of Tamil Nadu

Indian actor C Joseph Vijay has been sworn in as Tamil Nadu’s chief minister after his TVK Party won in elections.

Indian Film Star Vijay Sworn In as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister After Days of High Drama

Actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar was sworn in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday morning at Chennai’s Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, becoming the…

Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation

Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Arun: Prince, Mohsin have it in them to play for India

The LSG bowling coach spoke about how the fast-bowling trio of Prince, Mohsin and Mayank has evolved recently

From trusted aide to biggest rival: Suvendu Adhikari becomes West Bengal chief minister

A former ally of Mamata Banerjee, the BJP leader will be West Bengal’s next chief minister.

BCCI pulls up IPL teams and owners for misconduct, protocol breaches during the season

The advisory said "unauthorised visitors" in hotel rooms posed risks to players getting "compromised" and limited owner interactions with players during a live match

One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does

A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Top BJP leader's aide shot dead in violence after Indian state election

Chandranath Rath was personal assistant to Suvendu Adhikari, front runner to become West Bengal's new chief minister.

Allrounder Reddy has 'found a niche' despite the impact-player rule

"The team functions better when they have an allrounder who's being able to contribute both with bat and ball," James Franklin, SRH's assistant coach, says about Nitish Kumar Reddy

'Good head on his shoulders' - Connolly's happy IPL with PBKS continues

Sairaj Bahutule credits Cooper Connolly, who scored an unbeaten 107 in 59 balls, for not giving up even when the chase against SRH was dead in the water

What does the BJP’s victory in West Bengal mean for India’s democracy?

These state elections could reshape national politics for 200 million Muslims.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Four killed in post-election violence in India’s West Bengal

Unrest grips the key eastern state after Modi's Hindu nationalist BJP wins the state election for the first time.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

West Bengal Chief refuses to resign after ‘dirty’ election

West Bengal’s Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee has firmly rejected stepping down after her party’s defeat.

What Modi’s big win in Indian state elections could mean for its democracy

Modi's BJP won the key state of West Bengal for the first time. But the vote has thrown up questions that won't go away.

Indian prime minister's party wins controversial and contentious state election

In a resounding victory Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's nationalist Hindu party has wrested control of the key state of West Bengal.

India loses its last left-wing government after five decades

Kerala in India, which gave the world its first democratically elected communist government, has voted the left out.

'Took the wind out of our sails' - Gillespie proud but disappointed after Kingsmen lose final

Hyderabad Kingsmen coach Jason Gillespie bemoans collapse of 4 for 2 with the bat but was proud of the early fight with the ball in the PSL final

Amish Tripathi Gets AI Avatar as Collective Artists Network Launches Indian History Slate (EXCLUSIVE)

India’s Collective Artists Network has built an AI-powered avatar of Amish Tripathi – one of the country’s bestselling authors – to anchor a new short-form content…

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Bringing up Kartik Sharma - Dhoni and Fleming put 'duty of care' in motion

Kartik Sharma has had a rough time of it after joining CSK for a record fee, but finally came good with a match-winning half-century against Mumbai Indians

Dragonflies in distress: Scientists sound alarm in India's ecological hotspot

A new study reveals a decline in dragonfly and damselfly species in India's Western Ghats.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

‘Lagaan’ Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker Named Director of 57th International Film Festival of India

Ashutosh Gowariker, director of “Lagaan,” has been appointed festival director of the 57th International Film Festival of India by India’s Ministry of…

Out or not out? 'Sufficient evidence' that Holder's catch wasn't legit, says Bishop

"To me that's not out because the ball should not touch the ground," Abhinav Mukund says on Rajat Patidar's dismissal

Royals' Parag punished for vaping in dressing room

Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag is fined 25% of his match fee after being seen vaping in the dressing room during an IPL match.

India’s weak currency reflects deeper problems than the Iran war

It highlights a persistent inability to draw in foreign investors

Century in a losing cause, but Rickelton's 'presence was important for MI'

Ryan Rickelton became the fifth batter in IPL 2026 to finish on the losing side despite scoring a century, against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Wankhede Stadium on Wednesday

Time running out for MI's famous turnaround

Will MI include Will Jacks or Keshav Maharaj for the injured Santner?

Indian Comedy King David Dhawan Gets Retrospective at PVR Inox Ahead of Final Film’s Release (EXCLUSIVE)

Leading Indian multiplex chain PVR Inox will mount a week-long retrospective dedicated to director David Dhawan beginning May 8, screening five of his most celebrated…

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Kashmir seminary declared unlawful under Indian law, sparks outcry

Kashmiri political and religious leaders denounced the move as part of a broader pattern of New Delhi’s overreach.

Bhuvneshwar leads Purple Cap race; Kohli climbs up Orange Cap list

RCB quick grabbed 3 for 5 against DC, before Kohli moved up to No. 4 among run-getters

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Remembering Raghu Rai: The photographer who showed India to itself

With Rai's passing, India has lost a visual historian who was a chronicler of its most defining and often painful moments.

Sudhanshu Saria’s Four Line Films Launches Debut Features ‘Pech’ and ‘Silverfish’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Indian National Film Award-winning filmmaker Sudhanshu Saria is producing two debut features under his Four Line Films banner – Mumbai social drama “Pech” and Silicon…

Truecaller faces mounting pressures as its growth matures

As growth slows, Truecaller is leaning on subscriptions, business services, and new features to sustain momentum beyond India.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

India’s Snabbit seeks fresh funding at a $400M valuation, sources say

Snabbit has scaled rapidly, crossing one million jobs in March, amid growing investor interest.

Punjab pull off record T20 chase to defeat Delhi

Punjab Kings produce a stunning victory against Delhi Capitals by hunting down a target of 265 to record the highest successful run-chase in the history of T20 cricket.

Kunchacko Boban, Lijomol Jose Thriller Title Set as ‘Unmadham,’ Release Date Unveiled (EXCLUSIVE)

The Kunchacko Boban and Lijomol Jose psychological thriller from India’s T-Series and Panorama Studios has confirmed its title as “Unmadham,” a…

Lachy Groom to back India startup Pronto at a $200M valuation, sources say

This round, should it occur, would double the house-help startup's valuation in a matter of weeks.

The Kashmir town trying to win back tourists after a deadly attack

A year after the Pahalgam attack, tourism has slowed in Indian-administered Kashmir, hitting lives and livelihoods.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Leicestershire's Ahmed joins Delhi Capitals in IPL

Leicestershire and England leg-spinning all-rounder Rehan Ahmed signs for Delhi Capitals for the rest of this year's IPL.

Why Indian Muslim voters say they’ve been frozen out of this state electio

Millions in West Bengal are voting in a state election, but more than 9 million names have been deleted from the rolls.

Can fish hook voters in India’s West Bengal elections?

In battle for India's West Bengal election, PM Modi's men campaigned with fish in hand to try to connect with voters.

Builder.ai founder Sachin Dev Duggal accused of receiving siphoned funds

Indian authorities name UK start-up founder in criminal complaint over ties to collapsed electronics group

Indian med student rakes in thousands with AI-generated MAGA hottie

"Emily Hart" is a young, AI-created conservative woman who likes to take off her clothes.

Why is India’s Manipur burning for three years?

After three years of ethnic clashes, Manipur still remains on edge, with fears that the conflict could spiral further.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

How the IPL is reshaping India's talent map

India's national team is reaping the rewards of an IPL which is now drawing talent from all over the country.

Indian politicians are campaigning while holding fish. What is going on?

In West Bengal polls, fish moves from plate to politics, symbolising identity and cultural pride.

Rohit still not fit as MI pick two debutants against GT

Batter Danish Malewar and fast bowler Krish Bhagat made their debuts for Mumbai Indians

He made jazz under air raids - and built an Indian city's music scene

War correspondent, jazz bandleader and impresario, KC Sen shaped Kolkata’s music scene.

'The other teams are more clinical' than MI, says Jayawardene

"Sometimes you need a bit of luck as well," Mahela Jayawardene says of Jasprit Bumrah's wicketless run in IPL 2026 so far

Anubhav Sinha on ‘Assi,’ Patriarchy and Courtroom Realism: ‘This Is a Story of Rape. This Is Not the Story of an Individual’

Anubhav Sinha spent years carrying the unease before “Assi” became a film. The director, whose socially driven second act began with “Mulk” in 2018, tells…

India pushes for women's quota bill as row over parliamentary seats intensifies

Southern Indian leaders urge mass mobilisation over concerns about redrawing electoral boundaries.

Doubts over Rohit as struggling MI run into red-hot PBKS

Rohit, who retired hurt against RCB with what seemed like a hamstring issue, could be a doubtful starter

Doubts over Rohit as struggling MI run into red-hot PBKS

Rohit, who retired hurt against RCB with what seemed like a hamstring issue, could be a doubtful starter

250 missing after migrant boat sinks in Indian Ocean

The trawler "reportedly sank due to heavy winds, rough seas and overcrowding", the United Nations said.

Google brings its Gemini Personal Intelligence feature to India

The feature lets users connect Google accounts like Gmail and Photos to get personalized answers.

Indian workers protest over rising living cost

Police have scaled up enforcement in the Indian city of Noida as a factory workers' protest turns violent.

Mourners sing Asha Bhosle hit as iconic Indian singer cremated

The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.

Celebrities and fans pay tributes to Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on Sunday after being admitted to the hospital following a heart attack.

Political turmoil in Indian border state as nine million lose voting rights

Nine million voters have been dropped from rolls in West Bengal, raising concerns over exclusion and fairness.

Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92

Her infectious voice got fans dancing and singing, becoming the soundtrack for generations of Indians.

Asha Bhosle Dies: Legendary Bollywood Singer Was 92

Asha Bhosle, the legendary Bollywood playback singer whose voice was immortalized on more than 2,000 films, has died. She was 92. The 2x Grammy nominated singer died on Sunday in…

Asha Bhosle, Indian Singer Whose Voice Defined Bollywood for Seven Decades, Dies at 92

Asha Bhosle, the Indian singer whose unmatched range and longevity made her a defining force in Hindi-language film music from the late 1940s through the 21st century, died April…

Legendary Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Indian singer Asha Bhosle, who sang on tracks for countless Bollywood films, has died at the age of 92.

Walmart-owned Flipkart, Amazon are squeezing India’s quick commerce startups

Flipkart's ongoing expansion beyond major cities and heavy discounting is raising risks for India's quick commerce startups, analysts say.

India refuses to criminalise marital rape. This new series shines a light on it

Chiraiya, which has drawn an audience of millions, has prompted conversations on social media around consent and misogyny.

An inappropriate joke nearly ended his career. Now he's back with more humour

A misfired joke nearly derailed Samay Raina’s comedy career. Now he’s back, reclaiming his voice.

Teenager Suryavanshi smashes 15-ball fifty in IPL

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 15, continues his astonishing run of form in the IPL as Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets.

KKR's Raghuvanshi, Rahane in top five of Orange Cap race

Their side lost a thriller to LSG at Eden Gardens, but both batters continued to be among the runs

Gill reveals tactics for last ball: 'We knew a slower one will be difficult to hit'

"We always thought 210 on this [pitch] we are 10-15 runs above par," says GT captain

Buttler hits fifty then seals win with final-ball run-out in thriller

Jos Buttler finds form at the IPL before winning the match for Gujarat Titans with a final-ball run-out in a remarkable one-run victory over Delhi Capitals.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s ‘I’m Not an Actor’ Set for India Theatrical Run via Platoon One Films (EXCLUSIVE)

Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Chitrangada Satarupa starrer “I’m Not an Actor” (Main Actor Nahin Hoon) will open in Indian cinemas on May 8 through distributor Platoon…

Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Director Atlee Unite for Fantasy-Action Film ‘Raaka,’ Backed by Sun Pictures

India’s Sun Pictures has unveiled the title of its large-scale fantasy-action collaboration between director Atlee, Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone: “Raaka.” The…

Indian migrant workers hit by cooking gas shortages are leaving cities

Migrant workers say they are struggling to access cooking gas cylinders as the Iran war squeezes supplies.

Nine policemen sentenced to death in India over Covid custody killings

The father and son died in jail after being arrested on suspicion of breaching Covid lockdown rules in 2020.

Rayudu: CSK 'just stuck to that bad plan' against RCB

RCB "a team that's making the right decision at the right time," Aaron Finch says after their 43-run win over CSK

Overton returns as win-less CSK bowl vs unchanged RCB

Gaikwad opted to bowl on a fresh Bengaluru pitch and said that MS Dhoni, who is nursing a calf injury, is recovering well

The man who became one of India's greatest stage queens

Chapal Bhaduri was Bengal’s biggest stage queen - until women arrived and the spotlight moved on.

How Bombay went from a fort city to a bustling metropolis

A new exhibition charts Bombay's passage through the centuries via paintings, photographs and prints.

'I guess they're jealous' - Rahane takes on detractors over strike-rate criticism

"We needed a couple of big partnerships, guys who were set, they needed to take it deep," Ajinkya Rahane says of KKR's batting effort against SRH

Fears cost of water and beer to soar as India's scorching summer hits

Makers of plastic and glass bottles are struggling to access raw materials as the war squeezes supplies.

Eden test for off-colour attacks as SRH meet KKR in run-heavy clash

Narine and Varun, who have an excellent record at the ground but did not go well in the first game in Mumbai, will be in focus for KKR

‘It all depends on the crop’: Gulf crisis hits South Asia farmers

As sowing season approaches across the region, farmers face scarcity and rising cost of fertiliser.

‘Ravana,’ Student-Led Theatrical Feature, Set at India’s Reliance Animation Academy, Tenali Rama (EXCLUSIVE)

India’s Reliance Animation Academy and Tenali Rama Animation have unveiled “Ravana – The Lost Battle with Shri Ram,” one of India’s first student-led…

Vir Das Sets Found-Footage Horror Film ‘Baara Number’ (EXCLUSIVE)

International Emmy-winning Indian comedian Vir Das has set his next directorial venture. Found-footage horror film “Baara Number” will be produced via Das’…

India begins counting its population in historic census

India has begun counting its around 1.4 billion population in the world’s largest census, its first since 2011.

Shreyas and Gill back in the T20 spotlight as PBKS take on GT

Both teams made the playoffs last season but their captains' fortunes in T20 cricket have fallen since then

Nagarjuna Akkineni on Four Decades as a Star, the Movies That Shaped Him, and Details of His 100th Film (EXCLUSIVE)

Somewhere between his breakout in Mani Ratnam’s ‘Gitanjali’ in the late 1980s and his forthcoming 100th film, Akkineni Nagarjuna has made four decades feel like…

Batter-only Green: Rahane unhappy; Cricket Australia says KKR 'fully aware'

KKR captain feels Green's unavailability is a challenge but framed it as an opportunity for other bowlers