Chennai: Tamilga Vatri Kazgam (TVK) head and actor Vijay has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to claim India’s sovereignty on the Katchavu Island of his visit to Sri Lanka today. The actor-royalty proposed a 99-year lease of the island as an interim solution, emphasizing that complete recovery is the only permanent resolution for the … Read more
Sasikumar Mukund returned to Davis Cup action with a fluent straight-sets victory over lower-ranked Liova Ayite Ajavon, putting India ahead 1-0 in the World Group I play-off tie against Togo, here Saturday. The opening match of the tie went on expected lines with Ajavon, languishing outside the top-1000, lacking ammunition to test the … Read more
A medieval embroidery known as the Bayeux Tapestry recounts key events of the 11th century, particularly William the Conqueror’s triumph at the Battle of Hastings and the demise of King Harold. Measuring nearly 230 feet in length and 20 inches in height, this artefact is composed of linen with intricate wool embroidery. It features 58 … Read more
Almost all Gazans have been displaced by the war. Gaza City: Hamas said Monday that the return of Gazans to the north of the devastated territory after being forced to flee by more than 15 months of war was a victory against “plans” for the forced displacement of the Palestinians. “The return of the displaced … Read more
Manchester United closed in on a direct passage to the Europa League last 16 thanks to Bruno Fernandes’ late winner to beat Rangers 2-1 on Thursday. The Red Devils looked set to suffer more disappointment at Old Trafford when Cyriel Dessers levelled for an injury-ravaged Rangers in the 88th minute. But Fernandes spared United’s blushes and … Read more