FIFA announces line-up for expanded FIFA Series 2026

Zurich (Switzerland), Jan 19 (UNI) FIFA has confirmed the full line-up of hosts and the composition of the groups for the FIFA Series 2026, marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of the initiative for men’s and women’s national teams. Following the announcement of the expanded format in November 2025, the FIFA Series 2026…

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Djokovic hits 100 AO wins as Wawrinka stays alive

Melbourne, Jan 19 (UNI) Novak Djokovic opened his Australian Open campaign in emphatic fashion on Monday night with a commanding 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory over Spain’s Pedro Martinez at Rod Laver Arena, becoming the first man to register 100 match wins at the tournament. Monday’s encounter, lasting just under two hours, was far less demanding…

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Pak, SA record wins in ICC U19 WC

Harare/Windhoek, Jan 19 (UNI) Pakistan and South Africa recorded commanding victories in their respective ICC Under-19 World Cup fixtures on Monday, underlining their status as strong contenders in the tournament. In Harare, Pakistan chased down Scotland’s total of 187 with six wickets to spare, reaching 190 for 4 in 44 overs. Quick bowler Ali Raza…

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UAE President’s visit: India-UAE elevate defence partnership, agree to double trade target, partner in civil nuclear sector, AI, space

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) India and the UAE today inked a slew of agreements, including in defence partnership, space cooperation, partnership in food security and AI, a 10-year agreement on LNG supply and to double bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2032, during the three-hour visit of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed…

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