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Covid-19: India reports 60,471 new cases, 2,726 deaths in last 24 hours

Common side lunges mistakes people make

Incorrect lunges don't just make the exercise ineffective, but also put you at risk of injuries. We tell you how to correct them

Rahane 'getting the basics right' ahead of the WTC final

India's Test vice-captain Rahane on Monday shared a video in which he can be seen hitting the ball right off the meat of the bat. The right-handed batsman is leaving no stone unturned to gear up for the clash.

Sonu fulfils request of a cancer patient

Sonu Sood has been winning the hearts of the netizens for helping people who have been affected by Covid-19. The actor often has visitors coming outside his house to meet and discuss their problems with him. We often get to see pictures and videos of the same. Recently, he took to his social media handle to share a video of a boy who came to meet him.

Why it’s a tall order for Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP in 2022 Gujarat assembly election

Though Delhi chief minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Monday declared that his party would contest all 182 assembly seats in Gujarat in the 2022 state election, an impressive performance may prove to be far-fetched. More than winning Gujarat, Kejriwal seems to be trying to expand AAP’s footprints in the country and may be aiming at making it a national party by deciding to contest assembly election in 2022.

Unheralded and unrewarded, a legacy-defining 'Test' awaits NZ

In a cricket landscape where the 'Big Three' of India, England and Australia dominate the game's finances, governance and market share, New Zealand's impressive performances are all too often overlooked.

Beijing accuses Nato of exaggerating 'China threat theory'

Nato leaders said Monday they would join forces against the "systemic challenges" posed by China's policies, as US President Joe Biden renewed Washington's Transatlantic ties at his first summit with the allies.

Richa & Pulkit celebrate 8 years of Fukrey

Mrighdeep Singh Lamba's directorial comedy film 'Fukrey' completed eight years on Monday. The film's cast including Richa Chaddha and Pulkit Samrat took to social media to celebrate the special occasion.

US Navy says carrier group operating in South China Sea

IOC vice-president in Japan as Olympic preparations ramp up

International Olympic Committee vice-president John Coates arrived in Japan on Tuesday, as organisers ramp up final preparations with just over five weeks until the pandemic-postponed Games open.

WTC points system to be changed, more stress on wins

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is all set to tweak the points system for the next cycle of World Test Championship (WTC) which starts with India's five-Test series in England in August.

Nord Stream 2 pipeline: Controversial and unstoppable

Will the third wave of COVID-19 affect children more?

The recent surge in COVID-19 cases and with children being equally affected, parents are extremely worried about a possible third wave and how it will impact their kids. While many have claimed that children are the worst hit amongst the population, experts have denied these claims and said that the second wave has impacted everyone equally.

Renee Sen: I would like to be a full-time actor

In an exclusive interview with ETimes, Sushmita Sen's daughter Renee opened up about the film, compliments she has been receiving for her performance, acting aspirations, and more.

Aamir Khan on 20 years of ‘Lagaan’

Aamir Khan took up the reins of production 20 years ago with ‘Lagaan’. The iconic movie still resonates with the audience, thanks to its story, nostalgia, and rustic plot. ‘Lagaan’ defined lavish cinema with its extravagant budget, six elaborate songs, and a romantic subplot while the larger picture focused on the British oppression on India. Ask Aamir which part of ‘Lagaan’ has stayed with him two decades later, and he says, “Actually it is not just one thing, almost everything about ‘Lagaan’ has stayed with me, in our memories. It is very difficult for me to pick one thing”.

Messi's Argentina held to a draw by Chile in Copa America

Argentina's Lionel Messi scored one of his trademark free-kicks in the first half but Eduardo Vargas equalised for Chile in the second to leave honours even at 1-1 in their Copa America opener in Rio de Janeiro on Monday.

Movies Blog: Meetu Singh remembers SSR

Covid-19 has created an 'ecosystem' of innovation in India: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

The ongoing Covid-19 public health crisis has resulted in the creation of an "ecosystem" of innovation in India, Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has said ahead of the annual India-US bio-pharma summit in Boston next week.

Iran's Rouhani years: From euphoria to disappointment

Spain stifled as Sweden grind out a grim 0-0 draw

Spain tried to pass Sweden into oblivion in their Euro 2020 opener on Monday but had to settle for a 0-0 draw as they were let down by poor finishing and might have even lost had it not been for a glaring miss by opposing striker Marcus Berg.