Month: April 2025

[ad_1] File photos of Olympic medallists Yogeshwar Dutt (L) and Neeraj Chopra (R). Former India wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt came out in support of javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra on Saturday, a day after the two-time Olympic medallist issued a strongly-worded statement at social media abuse. In a post, Chopra said he had been bombarded with "hate and abuse" for inviting Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem to next month's NC Classic in Bengaluru.Chopra clarified that the Paris Olympic champion's presence was "completely out of question" in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack which claimed 26 lives. The Tokyo Olympics gold-medallist and Paris Games silver-winning star said he was deeply hurt to see his and his family's integrity being questioned.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!2012 London Olympics bronze medallist Yogeshwar Dutt urged Neeraj to not prove his patriotism to anyone […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Indian carriers operating flights between north India, which means primarily Delhi, and the west have been asked to inform passengers at check-in time about rerouting, longer flying time and the possibility of a enroute halt for refuelling the aircraft and crew change.Following the closure of Pakistan airspace forIndian airlines that will lead to “extended flight durations and technical stops”, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has issued “mandatory guidance” regarding “passenger handling measures.” “Passengers will generally remain onboard such stops,” says the advisory issued by DGCA CFO Captain Shweta Singh. “Airlines must ensure that catering uplift is revised based on actual travel time (including technical halt). This includes: adequate meals and beverages for the full duration. Additional hydration and dry snacks. Special meals as per requests.”Airlines have been asked to ensure the enroute technical halt airports […]

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: The India vs Pakistan cricket debate has once again reignited following the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Amid rising tensions, Pakistan women's cricket team opener Gull Feroza has reinforced her team’s position regarding participation in matches scheduled in India.Feroza, who featured in three games during the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier as an opener, confirmed that Pakistan will not travel to India for the main tournament. Pakistan secured qualification for the 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India this September.With Pakistan’s qualification now confirmed, so is the likelihood of a hybrid model for the tournament—similar to the one used in the Asia Cup—where their matches against India will be hosted at a neutral venue. The development has sparked controversy, especially with India set to host the global event.PollDo you agree with […]

[ad_1] US President Donald Trump said he had been too busy to buy First Lady Melania Trump a birthday present as she turned 55 on Saturday, instead opting for a dinner aboard Air Force One as the couple returned from Pope Francis’s funeral in Rome.“She’s got a working birthday,” Trump told reporters on the presidential plane, adding, “I haven't had time to buy presents, it's been pretty busy.” The dinner on board Air Force One would serve as a celebration, he said: “I’m taking her for dinner on the Boeing — I’m taking her for dinner on Air Force One.”The Trumps, who flew to Rome on Friday (local time) for the late pontiff’s funeral, skipped any plans to dine out in the Italian capital and headed directly back to the US.The president, now in his second term, said the demands […]

[ad_1] The NFL Draft’s first round attracted 13.6 million viewers, showcasing the league’s unmatched ability to turn off-field moments into thrilling, must-watch entertainment. (Credit: Getty Images) The NFL Draft has long been a spectacle that blends uncertainty with unfiltered hope, and the 2025 edition proved once again why it holds a unique place in sports culture. Averaging 13.6 million viewers across ESPN, NFL Network, ABC, ESPN Deportes, and various digital platforms, the first night of this year’s draft became the second-most watched opening round in NFL Draft history, according to data released by the league and Nielsen. It marked a solid 11% increase from 2024’s numbers and reaffirmed its role as the crown jewel of the offseason.NFL Draft 2025: A ratings smash that captures Football’s offseason magicWhile these figures still trail behind typical prime-time NFL games, the context is key—this […]