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Sunil Lahri, who played Lakshman in the beloved 'Ramayan', extended warm birthday wishes to his on-screen bhabhi, Dipika Chikhlia (Sita). Lahri reminisced about their enduring bond, which began even before 'Ramayan' during their 'Vikram Aur Betaal' days. He shared his prayers for her happiness and long life, highlighting their continued mutual respect.

Thirty-five years ago, the 1990-91 Ranji Trophy final between Mumbai and Haryana delivered an unforgettable thriller. Haryana, led by Kapil Dev, clinched their maiden title by a mere two runs in a dramatic finish at the Wankhede Stadium. The match featured stellar performances and a nail-biting conclusion, cementing its place as a classic in Indian domestic cricket history.

Despite additional ad breaks being woven into the game, no broadcaster in India or China has shown interest in shelling out the millions that Fifa wants.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced a new Vande Bharat Express connecting Bengaluru, Mangaluru, and Madgaon (Goa). This scenic route, previously challenging due to Western Ghats gradients, will soon offer faster travel. The service, operated by South Western Railway, aims to boost tourism by linking three popular destinations.

With less than two months to go for the FIFA World Cup, India, China, and several Asian countries still lack an official broadcaster. High rights costs, inconvenient match timings, and cricket's dominance have deterred buyers in India. This poses challenges for FIFA’s outreach in the region, though a last-minute deal remains possible.

Veteran actor Biplab Dasgupta, a versatile artist known for his intellectual approach to acting, passed away at 75. His career spanned theatre, television, and cinema, marked by precise performances and a deep understanding of language. Dasgupta, who also worked as a newsreader, leaves a rich legacy in Bengali arts.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has strongly criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent national address, labeling it a "cowardly, hypocritical and fork-tongued" election campaign speech. She accused the BJP of insincerity regarding women's representation, highlighting their limited fielding of female candidates in "losing" seats and questioning the delayed implementation of the women's reservation bill.

The actress says that she's someone who will always celebrate love

Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is continuing his fiery form in IPL 2026, becoming Rajasthan Royals' highest run-getter with 246 runs in 6 matches at a strike rate of 236.54. The 15-year-old aims to contribute to the senior Indian team after fulfilling his father's dream of playing in the World Cup.

What began as a quixotic proposal by two sport-loving brothers has grown into one of Asia’s largest marathons over two decades and a USD450 million ecosystem.