Tamilnadu today registered 1,872 new Covid-19 cases, and the total number of infections has touched 25,43,040.
England recalls Robinson for Test series against India
England have included bowler Ollie Robinson in their squad for the first two Tests against India next month.
Japan wins softball opener
Japan’s women`s softball team got the Tokyo 2020 Olympics off to a winning start for the hosts on Wednesday, kicking off a pandemic-postponed Games that the World Health Organization says can be ‘a celebration of hope’ even as COVID-19 cases surge.
Hamilton penalty harsh, says Mercedes chief
The penalty Lewis Hamilton received for his collision with Max Verstappen in the British Grand Prix was harsh, according to his Mercedes team.
Tokyo: Three players withdraws after positive tests
Three athletes belonging to three different countries were ruled out of the Olympics after testing positive for COVID-19 here on Wednesday, less than two days before the showpiece opens amid mounting health safety concerns.
Brisbane to host 2032 Olympics
Brisbane was picked Wednesday to host the 2032 Olympics, the inevitable winner of a one-city race steered by the IOC to avoid rival bids.
Amidst Covid scare begins Tokyo Olympics tomorrow
Tokyo Olympics is scheduled to begin 23 July after a year-long delay due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This is the first time that the Olympic Games have been postponed and rescheduled, rather than cancelled.
Fire at apartment on Anna Salai
A multi-storey complex near Shanthi Theater on Anna Salai was caught in fire today. Sources said that fireper sonnel in four trucks from Egmore were trying to douse the fire.
Vijay’s appeal: HC demands all documents
The Madras High Court today adjourned hearing on an appeal plea made by actor Vijay against a recent order against him in Rolls-Royce Ghost case to 26 July.