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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa leads annual 'Gandhi Walk'

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa led nearly 5,000 people at the annual 12km long "Gandhi Walk" in Lenasia, an Indian township south of Johannesburg, seeking to promote community awareness and fitness among his countrymen.

Scared for her black kids, Charlize Theron considering leaving USA

Growing up in an apartheid era in South Africa, Charlize Theron knows a lot about racism and human rights.

CWG: Wrestler Mausam Khatri wins silver in men's freestyle 97kg

Indian wrestler Mausam Khatri won silver medal in the men's freestyle 97kg event at the 21st Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast today.

21st CWG: Indian women's hockey team reach semis

The Indian women's hockey team reached the semi-final of the ongoing 21st Commonwealth Games.

Calling Mahatma Gandhi racist, Ottawa student wants his statue removed

Kenneth Aliu, President of Institute of African Studies Student Association (IASSA), has spearheaded a campaign for the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's statue from Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada.

Varun Dhawan comes out in support of skipper Steve Smith

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has lent support to Australian skipper Steve Smith over the ball-tampering controversy and hopes that fans will "forgive" him for his actions.

Were Warner and Smith involved in ball-tampering in 2016?

A shocking report in the Sydney Morning Herald claims that a match referee had warned about Australian duo Steve Smith and David Warner being involved in ball-tampering in domestic cricket during the Sheffield Shield in 2016.

Warner apologizes, says he put stain on game he loves

Banned Australian opener David Warner today apologized for his role in the ball-tampering scandal, saying he put a "stain on the game he loved as a boy".

Does reverse swing require ball tampering?

Australian batsman Cameron Bancroft was caught rubbing a sandpaper on the ball during the third Test against South Africa in 2018.

Elon Musk's estranged father had a baby with his stepdaughter

The estranged father of billionaire Elon Musk, who had a baby with his stepdaughter 10 months ago, thinks it was "God's plan."

Bengaluru among 10 metros drying up fastest, severe crisis looming

That Bengaluru is facing water crisis is nothing new. But what's startling is that it is fast approaching 'Day Zero,' when taps start running dry.

New twist in Mohammed Shami's story

Mohammed Shami's story is seeing a new twist everyday.

Spotify is coming to India soon, confirms CEO Daniel Ek

Speaking to investors during an annual event, Spotify co-founder and CEO Daniel Ek has said that the company is "working on launching" its service in some countries including India.

Mumbai: NRI woman goes missing after boarding train for Bhubaneswar

An NRI woman recently went missing after she boarded a long distance train from the Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in suburban Kurla, said a senior GRP official.

I-T raids the controversial Gupta brothers' premises in India

Less than a month after South African (SA) police raided the home of the controversial Indian-origin Gupta family, the Indian I-T department has now raided their premises in various locations.

Do you know these cricketers have played for two countries?

It is an honor for a cricketer to represent his or her country at an international level.

Why was Mayank Agarwal ignored by BCCI selectors?

Karnataka opener Mayank Agarwal has been the talk of Indian cricket over the last few months ever since he struck a triple-hundred at the start of the Ranji season.

Deciphering the new Team India led by Virat Kohli

Team India has developed a new culture under skipper Virat Kohli.

Navy women on-board INSV Tarini successfully reach South Africa

The all-women crew that began its global circumnavigation trip on-board the Indian Navy Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini in September 2017 reached South Africa's Cape Town on Friday, reported PTI.

Pankaj Advani and Manan Chandra win Snooker Team World Cup

The Indian duo of Pankaj Advani and Manan Chandra beat Pakistan to clinch the inaugural IBSF Snooker Team World Cup title.

Gaur Purnima: Pilgrims from 80 countries attend ISKCON's biggest festival

Devotees of 80 countries participated in the ISKCON's biggest festival - "Gaudiya Vaishnav Sampradaya - Gaur Purnima" at its global headquarters in West Bengal's Mayapur.

400% rise in drug cases in Goa in one year

Amid a hard stance adopted by the Goa government, there has been a steep increase in registration of drug cases.

Schedule announced for 2018 Hockey World Cup

The FIH announced the schedule for the Hockey Men's World Cup 2018 on Wednesday.

ISIS-linked Indian-origin woman, partner held in British couple abduction case

A 27-year-old Indian-origin woman and her partner, both allegedly linked to the ISIS terror group, have been arrested on charges of abducting a British couple, said South African special police unit Hawks.

I can definitely come back in the ODIs soon: Raina

Suresh Raina said that he is hoping to continue his strong show in the upcoming T20 tournaments including the IPL, in his bid to make a comeback into the ODI-squad.

Kohli to receive ICC Test Championship mace after 3rd T20I

The ICC will present the ICC Test Championship mace to Virat Kohli at the Newlands Stadium in Cape Town after the end of the third and final T20I against South Africa today.

Former South African cricketer, Lonwabo Tsotsobe turns DJ

South African left-arm speedster, Lonwabo Tsotsobe is currently serving an 8-year ban from cricket after he was found guilty of match-fixing.

Big B's latest 'biased commentary' jibe at Harsha Bhogle

That Amitabh Bachchan is an avid Cricket fan is known to all. His social media pages are flooded with posts regarding the game. The megastar does not shy away from expressing his excitement whenever India registers a win.

Under-probe Gupta brothers enjoy Z category security in Uttarakhand

The Gupta brothers - Ajay, Rajesh, and Atul - who are currently under investigation in South Africa over their ties with President Zuma, currently enjoy Z category security in Uttarakhand. Zuma recently resigned on 15th February amid a bunch of corruption allegations

Om Prakash Rawat to be new Chief Election Commissioner

INSV Tarini's historic all-women crew crosses 'Mt Everest of sailing'

In September'17, a six-member all-women Indian Navy crew set out on a global circumnavigation trip on board INSV Tarini.

After scoring 150 runs, Virat kisses his ring for Anushka

Virat Kohli has been setting major relationship goals since the day he got married to Anushka. His public gestures for Anushka are often endearing.

India ranked 30th on WEF global manufacturing index; Japan tops

The World Economic Forum (WEF) ranked India 30th in its global manufacturing index, 25 places behind China, but ahead of BRICS nations Brazil, Russia, and South Africa.

Hunting for MH370: Malaysia offers $70mn to ocean exploration firm

The government of Malaysia has inked a deal with an American ocean exploration firm, Ocean Infinity to launch a new search for the missing flight MH370.

India to attend 'North Korea summit' organized by US, Canada

India will attend an upcoming summit co-hosted by the US and Canada, focused on managing the nuclear threat from North Korea.

South African 'Blade runner' Oscar Pistorius hurt in prison brawl

Disgraced South African Paralympian Oscar Pistorius has suffered injuries in a prison brawl.

Miss South Africa Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters crowned Miss Universe

Miss South Africa Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, 22, has been crowned Miss Universe 2017.

Pistorius murder sentence increased from six to 15 years

Blade runner Oscar Pistorius's prison sentence has been increased from six years to 15 years and five months for the brutal murder of his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp.

Zimbabwe crisis: Impeachment proceedings against Mugabe to commence

Former Zimbabwean Vice-President Emmerson Mnangagwa, whose sacking led to last week's army takeover, has urged President Robert Mugabe to resign immediately.