Melbourne, Jan 30 (UNI) Novak Djokovic produced a masterclass in tactical adaptability, physical endurance and mental resilience to outlast defending champion Jannik Sinner in a pulsating five-set semi-final, sealing a 3-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 victory to reach the Australian Open 2026 men’s singles final at the Rod Laver Arena on Friday night. At 38,…
Washington, Jan 30 (UNI) The United States has named a 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, led by captain Monank Patel, with as many as 10 players retained from their historic debut campaign in 2024. USA will be making their second appearance at the Men’s T20 World Cup after reaching the…
Colombo, Jan 30 (UNI) As many as 24 on-field umpires and six match referees have been appointed for the group stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the International Cricket Council announced, with officials for the Super Eight and knockout stages to be named later. Experienced Sri Lankan umpire Kumar Dharmasena and England’s…
Agartala, Jan 30 (UNI) The Indian Golf union (IGU) has announced a Northeast Golf League (NEGL) akin to the IPL of Cricket exclusively for the Northeast, featuring sponsors and Team Owners bidding for players. This initiative aims to enhance the visibility of the game through live telecasts and generate interest in golf within the region,…
Melbourne, Jan 30 (UNI) World No 3 Alexander Zverev erupted in anger during a marathon Australian Open semifinal against World No 1 Carlos Alcaraz, accusing the tour of “protecting” the top stars after the Spaniard took a controversial medical timeout. The drama unfolded in the third set of the five-hour epic at the Melbourne Park…
New Delhi, Jan 30 (UNI) Actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood has urged the government to consider a nationwide ban on social media use for children below the age of 16, calling it “the need of the hour.” In a post on social media X, Sood expressed concern over children spending excessive time on their devices,…
Los Angeles, Jan 30 (UNI) The producers of S.S. Rajamouli’s upcoming action-adventure epic ‘Varanasi’ have detailed the strategy behind the film’s April 7, 2027 theatrical release and its marketing rollout, which began with a cryptic on-ground installation in the holy city of Varanasi, Variety reports. The project is being produced under the banner of Sri…
Mumbai, Jan 30 (UNI) Bollywood actor Avinash Tiwary has adopted an intensely physical and unconventional prepatory process for his upcoming film ‘O Romeo’. Whether it’s the poignant intensity of “Laila Majnu,” the comic timing of “Madgaon Express,” the rigor of “Khakee: The Bihar Chapter,” or the drama of “The Mehta Boys,” Avinash Tiwari has repeatedly…
Mumbai, Jan 30 (UNI) The makers of the “Do Deewane Sehar Mein” have unveiled its latest song ‘Tera Mera Saath’, offering a melodious glimpse into the film’s romantic core. Presented by Zee Studios in collaboration with Bhansali Productions, the track features the soulful voices and soothing melodies that highlight the on-screen chemistry of lead actors…
New Delhi, Jan 30 (UNI) Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia, said on Friday that India and the European union (EU) have agreed to work closely on shaping the future of next-generation telecom technologies through collaboration between the Bharat 6G Alliance and the 6G Smart Networks and Services Industry Association (6G-IA). In a post on…
