Deepak Chahar was seen training with Team India ahead of the crucial third Test against England at Lord’s, starting Thursday. With the series level at 1-1, the match holds key importance in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy. Though Chahar is not part of the official 18-member squad and wasn’t in full training gear, he appeared to be assisting the team during practice. Similarly, spinner Harpreet Brar also joined the squad earlier and was seen bowling in net sessions. @@@@@
HCA chief arrested in IPL ticket scam
The case involves the sale of tickets for matches held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. A probe found that Rao and some HCA officials misused their power to get extra tickets. They allegedly pressured the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) team for more passes, including for personal sale and black-marketing.
Wimbledon: Djokovic books berth in semi-finals
Centre Court witnessed another tenacious performance from Novak Djokovic as he battled past a resilient Flavio Cobolli. In a grueling match lasting three hours and 11 minutes, Djokovic secured his spot in the semi-finals with a 6-7 (6-8), 6-2, 7-5, 6-4 victory.
Erigaisi, Gukesh top seeds at FIDE Grand Swiss
Two of India’s brightest chess talents, Arjun Erigaisi and reigning world champion D Gukesh, are set to headline the upcoming FIDE Grand Swiss tournament, where they are seeded as the top two players. This pivotal event, scheduled from September 3 to 16 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, carries an enhanced prize purse and serves as a crucial qualifier for the prestigious 2026 Candidates tournament. The stakes are high, as the top two finishers in both the Open and Women’s sections will secure their berths in the Candidates, which ultimately determines the challenger for the world champion title.
Power cut areas for tomorrow
Several localities across Chennai are scheduled to experience power disruptions tomorrow, July 11, due to essential maintenance work by the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO).
Hoax bomb threat to Raj Bhavan
Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the Governor of Tamil Nadu in Chennai, was the target of a hoax bomb threat delivered via email on Wednesday. The sender claimed that an explosive device had been planted on the premises and was set to detonate shortly, triggering an immediate and comprehensive security response.
Beyond the screen: Why Chennai’s kids need to read
In the lively lanes and peaceful corners of Chennai, a silent tug-of-war brews—between glowing screens and the timeless charm of printed pages.
Cargo van runs over woman, driver arrested
A tragic road accident in Vepery, Chennai, has resulted in the death of a 42-year-old woman identified as Sridevi. The incident occurred near the Vepery Police Commissioner’s office when a cargo vehicle collided with the motorcycle Sridevi was riding.
Expanding Influence
The recently concluded 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro underscored the bloc’s escalating ambition to reshape global governance.
3BHK resonates with every family’s dream: Sarathkumar
The “3BHK” team held a brief Thanks Meet today, celebrating the positive reception of their family drama.
