96-year-old CD Gopinath, India’s oldest-living cricketer, passes away in Chennai | Cricket News

MUMBAI: 96-year-old CD Gopinath passed away in Chennai on Thursday. Hailing from Chennai (formerly Madras), Chingleput Doraikannu (CD) Gopinath, who played eight Tests between 1951-60, was previously India’s oldest living cricketer. Gopinath was the last survivor of India’s first-ever Test win, over England, at Madras in 1952.Following his demise, former India, Mumbai, and Maharashtra wicketkeeper-batter…

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Wisden condemns India over ‘Orwellian’ governance and politicisation of cricket | Cricket News

Wisden condemns India over ‘Orwellian’ governance (Screengrab/x) The 2026 Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack, being published on Thursday, says that the game’s previous USP as a “refuge from realpolitik” has been poisoned by the growing politicisation of the sport under India’s “Orwellian” influence.The “Notes by the Editor” of the 163rd edition of the annual, targets India’s growing…

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Aquarius Horoscope Today, March 22, 2026: Mercury supports focus when you follow a clear timetable

Transform restlessness into productive energy and elevate your work self-assurance. A daring step taken today can ignite your ambition, whether you’re initiating meaningful discussions or launching fresh projects. In interpersonal connections, honesty and transparent dialogue build trust. Students thrive on organization, while professionals achieve their goals through proactive measures. You may wake up restless, then…

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Virat Kohli drops sitter vs SRH, Anushka Sharma’s reaction goes viral – Watch | Cricket News

RCB player Virat Kohli drops a catch (ANI Photo) Virat Kohli dropped a straightforward catch during the IPL 2026 opener between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad, but later made amends by taking the same batter’s catch.The drop came in the 18th over bowled by Bhuvneshwar Kumar when SRH batter Aniket Verma mistimed a shot….

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‘If he is composer of ‘Ramayana’ then I don’t think there is any problem’: Salim Merchant on AR Rahman’s ‘communal bias’ row | Hindi Movie News

Music composer Salim Merchant recently shared his views on remarks made by fellow composer A. R. Rahman regarding possible communal bias in the film industry.In a conversation with (IANS), Salim addressed Rahman’s earlier statement about receiving limited work offers in Bollywood. While expressing respect for Rahman, Salim said he personally does not believe communal bias…

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Project Hail Mary: ‘I’m straight, but we all have our limits’: ‘Project Hail Mary’ author Andy Weir gushes about Ryan Gosling’s looks |

‘Project Hail Mary’, based on the novel of the same name by Andy Weir, has become a major hit ever since it hit theatres. Ryan Gosling, who plays the lead role of Dr Wyland Grace, has been a fan favourite for the role, and even the author of the book himself agrees! During one of…

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Oil, LNG supplies: Top Russian official Manturov signals fuel support for India during Middle East crisis

Russia on Friday highlighted its deepening energy partnership with India, saying that Moscow can ramp up energy supplies to the Indian market amid the ongoing energy crisis triggered by Middle East war. During his visit to India, Russia’s first deputy chairman Denis Manturov said that Moscow’s companies are capable to enhance supplies of oil and…

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Govt bets on women-led growth to drive development agenda

NEW DELHI: The government on Tuesday said that women-led growth will be central to the country’s development ambitions, even as policymakers and industry leaders called for stronger ecosystems to support women in innovation and entrepreneurship.Speaking at a summit organised by the women’s empowerment arm of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Minister of State…

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