Rajasthan Royals (RR) registered a commanding eight-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in an IPL 2026 clash held at the ACA-Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on March 30, 2026. CSK endured a disappointing outing with the bat, collapsing to a modest total of 127 all out in 19.4 overs. Their innings never gained momentum after a shaky start, as they lost four wickets inside the PowerPlay. Despite a few lower-order contributions, CSK struggled to build partnerships or accelerate

The third match of IPL 2026 will see Rajasthan Royals face Chennai Super Kings at Barsapara Cricket Stadium. Both teams will be aiming for a fresh start after underwhelming performances last season, making this an important early test of form, strategy, and team balance. This contest also brings added intrigue due to leadership and squad changes. Raja

Mumbai Indians began their IPL 2026 campaign on a positive note with a six-wicket victory over Kolkata Knight Riders at Wankhede Stadium. Chasing a target of 221 after Kolkata Knight Riders posted 220, Mumbai delivered a composed and confident batting performance, making the chase look more comfortable than expected. Strong Opening Partnership Sets the Platform The foundation of Mumbai’s win was laid by their opening pair, with

Iran has rejected the United States' proposal to end the ongoing war, insisting that it will decide the terms of cessation on its own. According to a senior Iranian official, the US offer was deemed "excessive," and Tehran is determined to continue its defense against US forces. The official emphasized that Iran would only end the conflict once its conditions are met, signaling its intent to keep up military actions until those terms are fulfilled. In a statement to the media, Iran

In a landmark move, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has been acquired by a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) for a whopping Rs 16,700 crore (USD 1.78 billion). The acquisition has made RCB the most expensive IPL franchise to date. Along with ABG, other partners in the consortium include Blackstone’s BXPE, Bolt Ventures (owned by investor David Blitzer), and media giant Times of India. The transaction has sparked speculation about whether the iconic name "Royal Challengers Ben

After four weeks of conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism over the possibility of peace talks with Iran, stating that recent discussions had been "very good and productive." However, Iran quickly dismissed Trump’s claims, with a military spokesperson declaring, "Do not call your defeat an agreement." The strong rebuttal from Tehran suggests any resolution is far from imminent and casts doubt on Trump's diplomatic efforts. While Trump has attempted to engage Iran

In a landmark development, the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) franchise has been acquired by a consortium led by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) for a record ₹16,660 crore (USD 1.78 billion). This deal marks the highest-ever valuation for an IPL team, underscoring the growing commercial strength and global appeal of Indian cricket. The consortium is led by Kumar Mangalam Birla and includes major investors such as The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone. The acquisi

In a special cricket-themed episode of Sarkaar, aha brings IPL Telugu commentators MSK Prasad, Kalyan Krishna, Koushik NC, and Vidhya to entertain fans with fun-filled conversations, cricket memories, and lively commentary. The episode blends light-hearted cricket banter with behind-the-scenes stories, providing a unique insight into the world of cricket commentary.

India granted docking permission to Iranian naval vessels after their participation in multinational maritime events earlier this year, even as regional tensions escalated following a United States submarine strike that sank one of the ships near Sri Lanka. The Iranian vessels IRIS Lavan, IRIS Bushehr and IRIS Dena had taken part in the Milan 2026 multilateral naval exercise and the International Fleet Review held in Visakhapatnam in February. These events, which brought together navies from

India on Thursday participated as an observer in the inaugural meeting of United States President Donald Trump’s newly formed Board of Peace initiative focused on the Gaza Strip. According to the official list of participants, India was represented by Namgya Khampa, Chargé d’Affaires at the Indian embassy in Washington, DC. Government sources indicated that New Delhi has not formally joined the Board of Peace and is currently maintaining an observer position as it closely tracks development

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a two-day visit to Israel from February 25 to 26, in what is expected to be another significant step in strengthening India’s strategic engagement with the West Asian nation. According to official sources, the final programme is being worked out, with the visit likely to feature high-level discussions focused on expanding cooperation in key sectors. Modi is also expected to address the Israeli parliament, the Knesset, during the trip.

US President Donald Trump held high-level talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, with discussions focusing heavily on Iran’s nuclear programme, regional security concerns and ongoing diplomatic efforts in West Asia. The meeting comes at a time of renewed tensions involving Tehran and carries broader implications for global geopolitics, including countries such as India that maintain strategic and economic interests across the region. After the meeting,

US President Donald Trump has once again asserted that the threat of trade tariffs played a significant role in halting several international conflicts, including the recent military tensions between India and Pakistan. Speaking in a televised interview on Tuesday, Trump claimed that economic pressure through tariffs helped bring rival nations to the negotiating table and prevented further bloodshed. Referring specifically to the four-day confrontation between the two nuclear-armed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke with Mauritian Prime Minister Dr Navinchandra Ramgoolam over the telephone, reaffirming India’s commitment to further strengthening its long-standing and close partnership with the island nation. The leaders reviewed the progress made in bilateral relations and reiterated their shared vision of enhancing cooperation across strategic, economic and people-centric sectors that are central to India’s engagement in the Indian Ocean Region.

India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval conveyed a firm and uncompromising message during a visit to Washington months before the public announcement of a renewed India–US trade deal, underscoring that New Delhi would not yield to pressure or public criticism during negotiations. According to officials familiar with the discussions, Doval told senior American leadership that India was prepared to take a patient approach to trade talks rather than accept terms it considered unfair or