Indian badminton stars face challenging openers at Yonex-Sunrise India Open Super 750. Lakshya Sen meets Ayush Shetty, while PV Sindhu seeks revenge against Vietnam's Nguyen. Full draw analysis inside.
Australian Open 2026 announces a record $74.9M prize pool, a 16% jump. Champions to earn $2.79M. Qualifying starts Jan 12. Get all details here.
Fresh reports of six alleged enforced disappearances emerge from Quetta and Kech districts in Balochistan, sparking renewed human rights concerns. Read the full details.
Australian Open 2025 sets a new record with a total prize purse of A$111.5 million. Singles champions to earn A$4.15M each. Read how Tennis Australia is boosting earnings for all players.
PAANK reports three new enforced disappearances in Quetta's Satellite Town. The human rights body demands urgent investigation and accountability from Pakistani authorities.
Families in Balochistan stage a freezing highway sit-in, demanding answers on enforced disappearances linked to CPEC projects. Will Pakistan act?
Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch warns China may deploy military in Pakistan's Balochistan soon via CPEC, calls it a threat. He praised India's Operation Sindoor in an open letter to EAM Jaishankar.
Pakistan's decision to halt trade via Balochistan's Chaman border crossing is costing its economy over $1 million daily. Learn how this policy impacts regional trade and security.
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas opens up about a severe back injury in 2025 that left him unable to walk, sparked retirement fears, and derailed his career. Read his comeback journey.
Baloch leader warns S Jaishankar of potential Chinese military deployment in Balochistan, threatening regional stability. Read the full letter and analysis.
Pakistan witnessed its deadliest year in over a decade in 2025, with a 34% spike in terror attacks and 3,413 fatalities. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan were the epicentres of violence. Read the full report.
Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch's New Year letter to EAM Jaishankar voices support for India, warns on CPEC, and declares a diplomatic break from Islamabad. Read the full analysis.
Residents of Turbat, Pakistan, protest the indefinite closure of the Pak-Iran border crossing, demanding the restoration of trade vital for local economy and livelihoods.
Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch warns China may deploy troops in Pakistan's Balochistan via CPEC. In a letter to EAM Jaishankar, he calls the China-Pakistan alliance 'dangerous' and praises India's military actions. Read the full story.
Venus Williams creates history as the oldest woman to compete at the Australian Open. Get all details on her wildcard entry, past records, and upcoming matches.
Venus Williams receives a wildcard for Australian Open 2026, becoming the oldest woman to compete in a season-opening Grand Slam at age 45. Read her historic journey.
Venus Williams, the seven-time Grand Slam champion, will become the oldest woman ever to compete at the Australian Open after receiving a wildcard. Read about her historic return and career journey.
Explore the finest open-world games for 2026, including timeless classics like Red Dead Redemption 2 and new adventures like Ghost of Yotei. Discover your next epic journey.
Planning shopping or dining on January 1? Most major US retailers and restaurants will be open on New Year's Day, though with possible reduced hours. Check timings and grab discounts.
Planning for New Year's Day 2026? Find out which major US retailers are open with deals, and what services like banks and delivery are closed. Always check local hours!
Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir issued a stern warning, stating any breach of Pakistan's territorial integrity will be met with a firm and decisive military response. Read the full details.
The Free Balochistan Movement holds global protests demanding justice for Baloch women subjected to enforced disappearances in Pakistan. Read about their international campaign.
Over 350 activists and citizens have written an open letter urging the government to address MGNREGA's issues rather than repeal it. They warn against top-down reforms that burden the poor. Read the full story.
Baloch Liberation Front claims responsibility for attacks killing 10 Pakistani soldiers across Balochistan. Read the full report on escalating conflict in the region.
Ishita Sengar, daughter of Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar, writes an emotional open letter after Supreme Court stays his interim bail. Read the full story and her plea for justice.
Pakistani police crackdown on Baloch women protesters in Islamabad highlights a deepening human rights crisis in Balochistan. Read the full report on the escalating tensions.
Families of missing Balochistan residents stage a sit-in in Quetta, demanding answers from Pakistani authorities. The protest underscores a deepening humanitarian crisis in the region.
Pakistani security forces eliminate 17 terrorists in a major intelligence-based operation in Balochistan's Kech district. Details on the fierce gun battle and recovered weapons inside.
Pakistan's military neutralised 13 terrorists in separate operations in Balochistan's Kohlu and Kalat on Dec 24-25. Details on the counter-terrorism strikes.
President Trump's executive order creates a 5-day holiday for federal workers. Find out if banks, stock markets, and post offices are open the day after Christmas.