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Off-field issues are at the core of Krishan Bahadur Pathak being dropped for the FIH Pro League. | Photo Credit: File photo: K. MURALI KUMAR A day after ‘resting’ certain senior players for the FIH Pro League, Hockey India is categorical that it is not the end of the road for Manpreet Singh and others. The Hindu had already reported that the decision to exclude Manpreet Singh and Krishan Bahadur Pathak from the 33-member core probables for the Pro League next month had more to do with off-field issues than anything else. As the seniormost players in the side both…

Australia’s Olivia Gadecki and John Peers celebrate after defeating France’s Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard in the mixed doubles final at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne, on January 30, 2026. | Photo Credit: AP Wildcards John Peers and Olivia Gadecki became the first team to retain the Australian Open mixed-doubles title since 1988-89 when they outlasted French pair Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard on Friday (January 30, 2026).They came through 4-6, 6-3, 10-8 on Rod Laver Arena to deny France a first mixed-doubles crown at a Grand Slam since Roland Garros in 2004.It was a third Slam mixed-doubles…

Olympics and Worlds medallist Mirabai Chanu set three new National records as she totalled 205kg to win the women’s 48kg title on the opening day of the National weightlifting championships here on Wednesday. Ahead of this year’s Asian championships, Commonwealth Games and Asian Games, 31-year-old Mirabai – who dropped down to 48kg following the rejig in weight classes last year and claimed a silver at the World championships in Forde, Norway, with an aggregate of 199kg (snatch 84kg, clean and jerk 115kg) – equalled her personal best total which she had achieved in 49kg at the 2021 Asian championships in…

Some days feel like they’re made for you, and this is one. The Moon supports your public image, and Jupiter adds a touch of luck, so you may receive honour and respect in society, even through a simple compliment or public appreciation.Still, the day carries a strange mix. Happiness sits beside confusion. You might second guess yourself, then suddenly feel sure again. Don’t worry, it’s just Mercury pulling your thoughts in two directions.Love and Relationship:You may appear calm, but your mind keeps calculating. That can make your partner feel you’re distant. Speak plainly. A small heartfelt line during dinner can…

Sebi New Delhi, Markets regulator Sebi on Wednesday proposed a comprehensive overhaul of the ‘fit and proper person’ framework governing market intermediaries, aiming to bring greater procedural clarity and fairness to the regulatory process.In its consultation paper, Sebi has suggested amendments to Schedule II of the Intermediaries Regulations, 2008, which deal with the ‘Fit and Proper Person’ criteria applicable to intermediaries, their key management personnel (KMPs), and persons in control. Under this, the regulator has proposed to clearly codify the right to a hearing, refine the scope of disqualifying events, and reduce regulatory uncertainty for applicants and intermediaries. The regulator…

Srinagar, Feb 05: The Jammu and Kashmir Government on Thursday stated in the Legislative Assembly that the de-addiction OPD services are functional in all 20 districts of Union Territory. It added that IPD services are available in all nine Government Medical Colleges (GMCs), catering to both male and female patients.These details were provided in response to a starred question raised by MLA Devyani Rana on existing government-run/government-aided and empanelled private/NGO run drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centres.In reply, the government said that drug de-addiction services are being strengthened across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir under the Health & Medical…

Suriya, Dhanush, Nayanthara and Arya in stills from ‘Soorarai Pottru, ‘Vada Chennai,’ ‘Aramm,’ and ‘Sarpatta Parambarai’ | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Tamil Nadu government, on Thursday (January 29, 2026), announced the winners of the State government’s Film Awards for the years 2016 to 2022. The awards honour the best actors, filmmakers, and technicians under 32 different categories.Actors Vijay Sethupathi (for Puriyatha Puthir) and Keerthy Suresh (Paambhu Sattai); Karthi (Theeran Adhigaram Ondru) and Nayanthara (Aram); Dhanush (Vada Chennai) and Jyothika (Chekka Chivantha Vaanam); R. Parthiban (Oththa Seruppu Size 7) and Manju Warrier (Asuran); Suriya and Aparna Balamurali (both for Soorarai Pottru); Arya…

New Delhi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday said the opposition parties walked out of the Rajya Sabha during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reply to the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s Address as the government has made up its mind that both leaders of opposition (LoPs) will not be allowed to speak. Flanked by opposition leaders of the Upper House, Kharge, the Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, said the Modi government has made up its mind that both LoPs, he and Rahul Gandhi, will not be allowed to speak either in the Lok Sabha…

University officials said once land is transferred, the process becomes irrevocable, which has caused hesitation among some institutionsJAMMU: University of Kashmir (UoK)’s latest BEd Admission notification, which limits applications to only two private colleges, has led to large-scale de-affiliation of nearly 55 colleges, with far-reaching consequences for employment, private higher education and Kashmir’s ability to attract students from outside Jammu and Kashmir.According to the notification issued by UoK for the 2025-2027 session, only two colleges are recognised by National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) and have invited applications from eligible candidates for admission to two-year BEd programmes.Professor C L Vishen,…

Brooklyn’s anchor tattoo, originally featuring the word “Dad” to honor David Beckham, was altered with three nondescript shapes/ Image: X Brooklyn Beckham has taken another public step that appears to underline the ongoing rupture with his parents, after covering up a tattoo dedicated to his father, David Beckham. Photographed in Los Angeles alongside his wife, Nicola Peltz, the 26-year-old was seen with the word “Dad” erased from an anchor tattoo on his right arm, replaced by three nondescript shapes. The tattoo had previously featured the words “Dad” and “Love you Bust,” “Buster” being David Beckham’s long-standing nickname for his eldest…