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The Times of India 'Don't want to pick sides because...': Rohit's Wimbledon prediction

Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma enjoyed a rare Wimbledon appearance on Friday, catching the semi-final matches of Carlos Alcaraz versus Daniil Medvedev and Novak Djokovic versus Lorenzo Musetti. Expressing his enthusiasm for tennis, Rohit appreciated the opportunity during his London visit. He predicted Djokovic would win his semi-final but refrained from picking a favourite for the final, wishing the best player success. Former cricketer Dinesh Karthik also attended. Recently, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was warmly acknowledged at Centre Court.

The Times of India IPL: DC unlikely to continue with Ponting as head coach

Delhi Capitals have chosen to end their association with head coach Ricky Ponting following a seven-year tenure, as the franchise was unable to secure the coveted IPL trophy, according to sources familiar with the situation. Ponting, who led Australia to two World Cup victories, joined the team in 2019. Although Delhi Capitals reached their first-ever IPL final in 2021, the team's performances in subsequent seasons have not lived up to expectations.

The Times of India 'BJP's web of fear broken': Rahul Gandhi after INDIA bloc's sweep in assembly bypolls

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi responded to the opposition INDIA bloc's impressive performance in the assembly bypolls held across seven states, where they secured 10 out of 13 contested seats. This result, he stated, mirrors the people's stance against the BJP. The opposition INDIA bloc's landslide victory came through in these bypolls on Saturday. "The mandate made it clear that web of 'fear and confusion' woven by the BJP has been broken," Gandhi remarked.

The Times of India 'Those spreading fake narratives silenced': PM says 8cr jobs created in 3-4 years

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the creation of eight crore new jobs in India over the past three to four years, as per a report by the Reserve Bank of India. He emphasized the importance of skill development and outlined new infrastructure projects in Mumbai.

The Times of India Bill Maher has this prediction for Joe Biden: 'By August 9...'

Political commentator and comedian Bill Maher is certain that Joe Biden is not going to be the Democrat candidate. And he has a very specific prediction that Joe Biden would make the historic decision to opt out of the race by August 9. “The issue with President Biden isn’t if, it’s who,” Maher said during Friday’s airing of “Real Time with Bill Maher.” “Who will replace him? Because he is not going to be the Democrats’ candidate for president in 2024, all due respect.”

The Times of India Watch: Bishnoi’s direct throw sends Campbell back

Ravi Bishnoi's sharp fielding saw him run out Zimbabwe's Johnathan Campbell with a direct hit during India's strong bowling effort in the fourth T20I at Harare Sports Club. Bishnoi's moment of brilliance came in the 15th over, dismissing Campbell after a mix-up with Sikandar Raza. India's disciplined bowling, led by Khaleel Ahmed (2-32), restricted Zimbabwe to 152/7 despite a strong start by Tadiwanashe Marumani and Wesley Madhevere. Captain Sikandar Raza's aggressive 46 wasn't enough as India's tight fielding and bowling maintained control throughout, exemplified by Bishnoi's standout play.

The Times of India India vs SL: BCCI announces revised schedule

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday announced an updated schedule for the Indian cricket team's upcoming tour of Sri Lanka. The revised itinerary has shifted the matches by a single day, with the tour now commencing on July 27, a day later than the originally planned start date of July 26. India will be playing three T20 Internationals and three ODIs across July to August with T20Is slated at Pallekele and ODIs at Colombo.

The Times of India Want to watch The Boys Season 4, Mirzapur 3, and other latest releases? Here are Jio, Airtel, Vodafone Idea prepaid plans with free Amazon Prime Video

Get ready for an entertainment overload with telecom giants in India offering free Amazon Prime Video subscriptions! From Reliance Jio's data-packed plan to Airtel's full Prime benefits and Vi's HD streaming, there's a perfect plan for everyone's binge-watching needs. Don't miss out on the ultimate viewing experience!

The Times of India “John bhai John bhai !”: Desi Paps reacts to John Cena’s traditional outfit

John Cena's appearance at Anant Ambani's wedding in Mumbai has garnered attention online. The paparazzi's enthusiastic reactions and Cena's retirement announcement from WWE have been widely discussed. Various celebrities also attended the event, making it a star-studded affair.

The Times of India Kamala Harris has not spoken to Rahul Gandhi over phone: 'Inaccurate'

Vice president Kamala Harris has not spoken to India's leader of opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi over phone, VP's office has now clarified debunking fake news spread on social media X. Reports earlier claimed that the two spoke over the phone on Thursday though the specifics of their conversation was not divulged. News agency PTI's US correspondent Lalit K Jha later claimed on X that the office of the vice president deemed the news as inaccurate.

The Times of India Who is Janhvi Kapoor's rumored boyfriend? All you need to know about Shikhar Pahariya

Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar Pahariya have been making headlines with their frequent public appearances. Recently, they were seen together at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding, sparking more speculation about their relationship. Their romance was confirmed after a series of social media PDAs and leaked cozy pictures. Janhvi's appearance at the screening of Ajay Devgn's 'Maidaan' on April 9, 2024, in a stunning white pantsuit, and her necklace featuring Shikhar's nickname 'Shiku,' further fueled the rumors. Shikhar, son of business tycoon Sanjay Pahariya, has a solid educational background, having studied at Bombay Scottish School, Dhirubhai Ambani International School, and Regent's University in London. He is stepping into his father’s business while also being a professional polo player and horse rider. Interestingly, Shikhar's mother, Smruti Sanjay Pahariya, is the daughter of Sushil Kumar Shinde, the former Chief Minister of Maharashtra, linking him to a prominent political family.

The Times of India Explained: Why Wimbledon stopped using 'Miss' and 'Mrs' on...

The Wimbledon women's singles final on Saturday at the All England Club features Italy's Jasmine Paolini, the seventh seed, against Barbora Krejcikova, the 31st seed from the Czech Republic. Paolini, a surprise contender, had never won on grass until this summer, while Krejcikova, 28, had struggled with early exits this season. Despite their journeys, one will claim the Venus Rosewater Dish on Centre Court. Starting from 2022, Wimbledon no longer inscribes "Miss" or "Mrs" on the women's honour roll, aligning with modern gender-neutral practices and ending a longstanding tradition.