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The central government has expressed concern that banned online real-money gaming platforms may attempt to re-enter the Indian market by presenting themselves as e-sports platforms. The move comes amid stricter regulations aimed at curbing gambling-like activities in the digital gaming sector.
In a bottom-of-the-table thriller at the Ekana Stadium, Kolkata Knight Riders edged out Lucknow Super Giants in a high-stakes Super Over finish on Sunday, April 26, 2026. After a massive batting collapse left KKR at 93/7, Rinku Singh played a lone hand with a breathtaking 83 off 51 balls*, including four consecutive sixes in the final over, to post 155. LSG seemed destined for defeat until Mohammed Shami struck a dramatic last-ball six to tie the game. However, the tie-breaker belonged to Sunil Narine, who conceded just one run while taking two wickets in the Super Over. Rinku Singh then iced the game with a first-ball boundary, handing LSG their fifth consecutive loss and keeping KKR’s slim playoff hopes alive.
With the death of Raghu Rai, the country has lost one of its most influential visual storytellers. His portraits reflected the aesthetics he had perfected over the decades.
After the Hockey India League (HIL) became famous as the international star of the show as far as the Indian ground is concerned, the League now is seeing the departure of various foreign players. It is said that because of a confluence of scheduling issues, national team obligations, and travel issues, a considerable number of international athletes have chosen to withdraw. Consequently, franchises are currently forced to re-evaluate their rosters only a few weeks before the tournament begins to take place.
The West Bengal Urdu Academy’s decision to postpone a literary event featuring renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar has sparked controversy.
Mahan Aryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, took charge as the youngest president of Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) on Tuesday and underlined the promotion of young players and women from rural areas as one of his priorities
Cheteshwar Pujara, the rock of Indian batting in the longest format for over a decade, on Sunday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing the curtains down on an exemplary Test career.
Mahesh Babu is known to millions as a superstar of Telugu cinema, but off-screen, he carries a quieter role—one of compassion and service. Now, his humanitarian journey has taken a big leap forward.
Grasping sense and sensibility that was typical of the ’70s, Deewar turns 50 with a quiet distinction.
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