ASIA CUP 2025 | MATCH TODAY INDIA V UAE | AT 8PM Dubai, Sep 9: The tried and tested template of all-rounders adding adequate balance will once again be Indias mantra even as they remain undecided on whether to go with a third spinner or a specialist pacer in their opening Asia Cup game against []

Abu Dhabi, Sep 9: Afghanistan made a commanding start to their Asia Cup campaign with a convincing 94-run victory over Hong Kong in the tournament opener at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium on Tuesday. Opting to bat first, Afghanistan posted a competitive total of 188 for six in their allotted 20 overs, thanks to stellar performances []

New Delhi, Sep 9: The 2026 T20 World Cup is likely to be played from February 7 to March 8 with matches spread across at least five venues in India and two in Sri Lanka. The final is set to held in Ahmedabad or Colombo, depending on where Pakistan finish in the competition. Pakistan will []

Colombo, Sep 9: Sri Lanka on Tuesday included Janith Liyanage to their squad for the Asia Cup, marking the middle-order batters return to T20 Internationals after three years. Sri Lanka now have a 17-member squad under Charith Asalanka and they will open their campaign in the continental showpiece against Bangladesh on September 13 at Abu []

Dubai, Sep 9: India skipper Suryakumar Yadav on Tuesday said his side will not hold back on aggression in the high-voltage Asia Cup clash against Pakistan on September 14 as it is an important aspect of playing international sport. His Pakistani counterpart Salman Ali Agha had identical views no instructions but no shying away []

New Delhi, Sep 9: India wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has begun his rehabilitation at the BCCIs Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru following a foot fracture sustained during the recent Test series in England. Pant picked up the injury while attempting a reverse sweep off Chris Woakes on July 23 at Old Trafford, which forced him to []

Hockey Asia Cup Hangzhou, Sep 9: Unbeaten so far in the tournament, a determined Indian womens hockey team will look to continue their impressive run when they play against South Korea in their first Super 4 stage match of the Asia Cup here on Wednesday. India started their Asia Cup campaign with a bang, thrashing []

Hong Kong, Sep 9: Indias top mens doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty began their Hong Kong Open Super 500 campaign on a winning note on Tuesday, while Kiran George fought his way through qualifying to make the main draw of mens singles competition here. Satwik and Chirag, who recently bagged their second bronze []

World Archery Championships Gwangju (South Korea), Sep 9: The womens recurve team of Deepika Kumari, teenager Gatha Khadake and Ankita Bhakat entered the bronze medal playoffs at the World Archery Championships here on Tuesday but the men made a shocking first-round exit and the compound archers failed to add more to their tally of two []

Ningbo (China), Sep 9: Indias campaign in the ISSF World Cup was off to a disappointing start with the 10m air pistol and rifle mixed teams failing to reach the finals here on Tuesday. The two Indian pairs in 10m air pistol mixed team event finished 11th and 13th respectively in the qualification, while in []

SHILLONG: Meghalaya adokni damgittam Autonomous District Council (ADC)-rango kam kagiparangna adok sorkarini dormaha onna tik kaaniko Mongolbar salo Opposition dolrang raken jegalgrimtokaha aro Indian Constitution-ni badia niamo ADC-rangna dormahako onna tik kaaha ine singdoangtokaha. Iandake ADC-rango kam kagiparangna dormahako onaniara District Council-rangna ongimin jakgitelaniko bilgriatani gita onggen aro Sixth Schedule-ni ningo ongimin bilrangko peani gita []

Career Counselling-rangko ongatna nangenga ine agana SHILLONG: Meghalaya adoko 67,500-mangni gita sorkari kamrang chuongjaenga ine Mongolbar salo, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma parakatenba, chadamberangna janggi tangani cholrangko onna gita career counseling-rangko ongatangkuna parakataha. Mongolbar salo, Autumn Session-ni question hour-o singanirangna aganchakaniko onangengon, bilsiprako sak 70,000-mangni gita chadamberang, kamrangko kana rebaenga indiba sak 2000-oni sak []

TURA: Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (GHADC)-o ongenggipa obostarangni bidingo aro Tura Medical College-ko Public-Private Partnership (PPP)-ni bewalo sorkarini chalaina miksongenggipani bidingo adita salrangna skang, adokni Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma aro dingtang dingtang dolrangni tome chanchirimengmiting somoio MBBS chatro saksa, Chief Minister aro jadelgimin manderangni mikkango kragija dake mesokaha ine National Peoples Youth Front []

SHILLONG: North Garo Hills ajani Upper Rajasimla songo gimaenggipa mechik bisako police-rang sandiengkua ine Mongolbar salo, adokni Deputy Chief Minister aro Home (Police) Minister Prestone Tynsong aganaha. Ia kamna sorkari gisiko nangen kamko kaenga aro ia mechik bisako uni nokdangona rimbapilna gita police-rang bilaken kamko kaenga, ine Assembly-ni Autumn Session-o Kharkutta-ni MLA Rupert Momin-ni singanina []

SHILLONG: Maming niam gri garirango glass gisim chate salgipa ba siren gamate salgipa ba uandake sorkarini dongimin niamrangko pegipa manderangni kosako rakgipa jakurangko degen ine sorkari mikrakataniko onangaha. Adita salrangna skang, Shillong songjinmani Secretariat sambao, antangtangko sipai dolni manderang gita dakjegipa manderangko, silchidarerang baksa rimani jaman iandake bil jakkalsretgipa manderangna sorkari mikrakataniko onangaha. Iani bidingo []

TURA: West Garo Hills ajani New Bhaitbari, Bowabari I, Bowabari II aro Morasuti-I songrangna Fair Price Shop (FPS) chalaina licence onaniko New Bhaitbari jolo songdongenggipa mitam manderang jegalatenba, ia licence-ko dengalpilchina dabiangaha. Iani bidingo Dadenggre-ni Sub-Divisional Officer (Supply)-na badi kae sedoatengon, New Bhaitbari-na Public Distribution System (PDS)-ni ningo FPS-ko chalaina NABA-14 Heyana SHG-na licence-ko onaniara []

Editor, Nepal, the land of the Himalayas and the birthplace of Lord Buddhathe apostle of peacehas long been admired for its spiritual and natural beauty. With a population of about 30 million, the nation was once guided by a peace-centric ethos. However, the massacre of the royal family in 2001 marked a turning point, plunging []

Governments are frequently arming themselves with a large array of new powers to silence and control the masses they lord over. Here too, new laws are being passed by legislatures and parliaments with high vehemence. Yet, the warning signals are there for all to see. When peoples anger crosses a limit, the exit door opens []

Capt Williamson Sangma State University By Bijoy A. Sangma Meghalaya has long been home to some of the finest institutions of higher learning. From the North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) to colleges across Shillong, Tura, Jowai, and beyond, education has shaped generations. Yet, the rising number of young people seeking higher education has exposed a pressing []

The actress children accused their father Sunjay Kapurs third wife of tampering with his will Bollywood actress Karisma Kapoors children, Samaira Kapoor and Kiaan Kapoor have filed a petition in the Delhi High Court seeking a share in their father, the late industrialist Sunjay Kapurs property. The actress children have accused Sunjay Kapurs third wife []

Actor Manisha Koirala, whose grandfather Bishweshwar Prasad Koirala was the first prime minister of Nepal, has strongly condemned the violence in the country. Her reaction came in the wake of the protests led by Gen Z demonstrators against corruption and the governments ban on social media platforms. Manisha, who was born in Nepal, posted a []

Hollywood sensation Catherine Zeta-Jones dropped a social media post about Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukones iconic film Om Shanti Om, and the netizens cannot keep calm. The Wednesday actress revealed that she was enjoying the Bollywood film Om Shanti Om while waiting at the US Open. Taking to the stories section of her Instagram, []

Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has approached the Delhi High Court to safeguard her personality rights, raising concerns over the unauthorised use of her name, photographs, and public persona across various digital platforms and commercial products. The court, presided over by Justice Tejas Karia, heard the matter and signalled its intent to issue injunctions to curb []

KATHMANDU, Sep 9: Violence continued on Tuesday in several parts of Nepal even after Prime Minister KP Sharma Olis resignation, which appeared to have little effect on the protesters who set fire to the Parliament, the Presidents Office, the PMs residence, government buildings, political parties offices and homes of senior leaders. The army took charge []

By Our Reporter Shillong, Sep 9: A local court on Tuesday granted bail to self-proclaimed businessman and imposter, Mebanshem Snaitang. Confirming this, East Khasi Hills SP, Vivek Syiem said that the dozen bodyguards who were arrested along with Snaitang have also been released on bail. Asked about the investigation, Syiem said it was under way []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: The VPP on Tuesday alleged that Meghalayas drug trade has grown into a racket worth over Rs 1,000 crore a month, thriving with the tacit protection of those in power. VPP chief Ardent M. Basaiawmoit told the Assembly that such a business could not operate at this scale without []

Tynsong warns pressure groups against harassment of labourers Deputy Chief Minister in-charge Home (Police) Prestone Tynsong on Tuesday clarified that while pressure groups may check the documents of labourers, any act of intimidation or harassment goes beyond the law and will not be tolerated. He said this while responding to a query on the ongoing []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: The Opposition on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the state government for its decision to take up the responsibility of paying the salaries of Autonomous District Council (ADC) employees. The opposition parties demanded clarity on the constitutional provision under which such powers were invoked. They observed that the []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: Meghalaya is staring at a massive employment gap, with nearly 67,500 government jobs falling short of demand. This was revealed during the question hour of the State Assembly when Chief Minister explained that while close to 70,000 young people become eligible to enter the workforce every year, the state []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: Urban transformation with an investment of Rs 6,000 crore across Meghalayas urban centres such as Shillong, Tura and Jowai, is on the state governments cards focusing on improving mobility, upgrading amenities, adopting modern planning tools, and strengthening community partnerships; measures expected to bring lasting improvements in the quality of []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: Plans for Eastern Bypass stretching 9.95 km from Sohryngkham to Mawshbuit and Mawlynrei was unveiled by the state government in the Assembly on Tuesday. This proposed project aims to ease Shillongs chronic traffic congestion by diverting commercial vehicles away from the city. Replying to a question from Mawryngkneng legislator []

Youve probably seen the word narcissist thrown around online in headlines, on dating apps or in therapy-themed TikToks. But the label that people often unthinkingly slap on toxic bosses or reality TV villains hides a much more complicated psychological picture. Psychologists have studied narcissism for many years, but over time, our understanding has evolved. One []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh told the Assembly that the fight against drugs in Meghalaya is not just a government effort but a collective battle that requires societys full support. Replying to the special motion moved by VPP legislator Ardent M. Basaiawmoit, Lyngdoh said that the state government is []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: Growing visibility of prostitution at Khyndai Lad, the states prominent commercial place, became one of the topics of debate in the Assembly on Tuesday after TMC legislator Miani D Shira flagged the alarming issue while participating in the special motion on alarming increase of drug addicts and people with []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: The state Congress has launched a state-wide anti-drug campaign, targeting around 100 locations across Khasi and Jaintia Hills. As part of the initiative, the Meghalaya Pradesh Mahila Congress (MPMC) on Tuesday hosted a food festival at the State Central Library premises to raise funds for the campaign. Meghalaya Pradesh []

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, Sep 9: The Shillong Socio-Cultural Assamese Students Association (SSASA) observed the 100th birth anniversary of legendary cultural icon Dr Bhupen Hazarika with two programmes held on Sunday and Monday. On the first day, a solemn and heartfelt event was organised at Assam Club,Laban Shillong by the Shillong Assamese Ladies Welfare, where []

GUWAHATI, Sept 9: The Assam Royal Global University (RGU) today hosted an impactful Management Development Program titled Leading from the Back to Achieve the Impossible, featuring distinguished industry leaders Ravi Kant, Former CEO & Vice Chairman of Tata Motors, and Rajesh Srivastava, Former President of JK Helene Curtis, Raymond Group. Through engaging sessions, the eminent []

Islamabad, Sep 8: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has thrown his weight behind the national team ahead of the Asia Cup, urging critics to hold back until the tournament concludes. Pakistan enter the continental event on a confident note after clinching the Tri-series title against Afghanistan and the UAE, sealing the trophy with []

Dubai, Sep 8: Overwhelming favourites will be an understatement to define the Suryakumar Yadav-led India given the gulf between them and the seven other nations, including a mercurial Pakistan, when the battle for continental supremacy unfolds at the Asia Cup T20 tournament on Tuesday. The action will begin with Afghanistan taking on Hong Kong in []

Dubai, Sep 8: UAE head coach Lalchand Rajput is relishing the prospect of facing his former pupil, Indias head coach Gautam Gambhir, as his side gears up for their Asia Cup T20 opener against the tournament favourites at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday. Placed in Group A, the fixture appears heavily tilted in Indias []

Abu Dhabi, Sep 8: The Asia Cup T20 tournament gets underway on Tuesday with Afghanistan taking on Hong Kong in the opening clash at the Zayed Cricket Stadium. While Afghanistan enter the contest as overwhelming favourites, Hong Kong will be hoping to spring an unlikely surprise against last years T20 World Cup semi-finalists. Hong Kong []

New Delhi, Sep 8: Former India batter Mohammad Kaif has cautioned that the Suryakumar Yadav-led side could face challenges at the Asia Cup 2025 due to the absence of a third all-rounder in the squad. Kaif pointed out that Indias winning formula at the 2024 T20 World Cup under Rohit Sharma was built on the []

Duleep Trophy Mumbai, Sep 8: Vidarbha seamer Nachiket Bhute and Madhya Pradeshs Kumar Kartikeya Singh were among four replacement players named on Monday in the Central Zone squad for their Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. While Bhute will replace his Vidarbha teammate Yash Thakur, left-arm spinner Kartikeya has been drafted in place of Harsh []

US OPEN New York, Sep 8: So maybe the first U.S. Open final between young, elite rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner wasnt as long, riveting and dramatic as their matchup to decide the championship at the French Open. Perhaps it wasnt as seemingly meaningful and plot-driven as their showdown for the Wimbledon trophy. Still, []

Hisor, Sep 8:The Indian mens football team created history on Monday by defeating Oman for the first time ever in an international match, edging out their higher-ranked West Asian opponents 3-2 on penalties to finish third in the CAFA Nations Cup at the Hisor Central Stadium. The contest had all the ingredients of a classic []

Melbourne, Sep 8: Queensland fast bowler Callum Vidler was on Monday ruled out of Australia As upcoming white-ball tour of India due to a partial stress fracture, adding to the growing list of injured pacers from Down Under. The 19-year-old joins Test captain Pat Cummins, Lance Morris and Brody Couch on the sidelines, further depleting []

HANGZHOU, Sep 8: Indian womens hockey team sealed their place in the Super 4s of the Womens Asia Cup 2025 following a resounding 12-0 victory against Singapore here on Monday. Hat-tricks from Navneet (14, 20, 28) and Mumtaz (2, 32, 39), along with a brace from Neha (11, 38), led Indias attack, while Lalremsiami (13), []

RAJGIR, (Bihar) Sep 8: The gamble of letting go some seasoned campaigners to blood youngsters paid off quite well for the Indian hockey team in a triumphant Asia Cup campaign, setting the stage for some more churning ahead of next years World Cup and the Asian Games. Three players from the Paris Olympics bronze medal-winning []

HONG KONG, Sep 8: Fresh from their World Championships bronze medal, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will once again spearhead Indias challenge at the Hong Kong Super 500 badminton tournament, beginning here on Tuesday. The world No. 3 duo, who produced a superlative show in Paris to clinch their second Worlds bronze, have been Indias []

WORLD ARCHERY GWANGJU, (South Korea) Sep 8 : Indias dream run in the mens compound events of the World Archery Championships ended on a disappointing note on Monday as the gold-winning team of Rishabh Yadav, Aman Saini and Prathamesh Fuge crashed out of the individual quarterfinals here. The trio, which won a path-breaking gold in []