London, July 11 (IANS) Henry Patten became the first British man to win two Wimbledon men’s doubles titles in the Open era after partnering Harri Heliovaara to victory over El Salvador’s Marcelo Arevalo and Mate Pavic of Croatia in the final at Wimbledon in London on Saturday.In a serve-dominated match with no break points, the Anglo-Finnish partnership triumphed 7-6(4), 7-6(3). Patten and Heliovaara, the top seeds, first won the title here in 2024 and also lifted the trophy at the 2025 Austra…
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London, July 7 (IANS) Home favourite Arthur Fery staged a dramatic comeback to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals after he rallied past former World No. 3 Grigor Dimitrov 7-5, 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 7-6(10-7). This was the first-ever singles match between two wild cards in the last 16 or later at a Grand Slam. And it produced a rollercoaster encounter that will go down in Wimbledon history.Dimitrov went out at the same stage last year when he suffered a pectoral injury when leading Jannik Sinner by two …
Amaravati, May 7 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and leaders of various political parties on Thursday paid rich tributes to legendary freedom fighter Alluri Sitarama Raju on his death anniversary.Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu described Sitarama Raju as a revolutionary warrior who ignited the spirit of valour in the hearts of the Manyam people for the protection of tribal rights.The Chief Minister said Alluri was a valiant Telugu hero who mad…
The Hague, May 5 (IANS) The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed a second case of hantavirus infection identified on a vessel in the Atlantic Ocean, bringing the total number of confirmed cases on board to two, Dutch cruise ship operator Oceanwide Expeditions said in a statement.The newly confirmed case was a Dutch female passenger who died on April 27, the operator said.About 150 people remain on board following the deaths of a Dutch couple and a German national, as well as two crew me…
Washington, April 29 (IANS) The White House state dinner for King Charles III and Queen Camilla was as much a display of influence as it was of diplomacy, bringing together a cross-section of political power, corporate leadership and cultural figures — all set against a carefully curated menu and decor designed to underscore the US-UK “Special Relationship.”Hosted by President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, the evening’s guest list reflected the breadth of American power stru…
New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday paid humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh and said that the nation will forever remain grateful to them.President Murmu took to social media ‘X’ and said, “I pay my humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives at Jallianwala Bagh. This event infused the people of the nation with a renewed consciousness and unwavering resolve for freedom. Th…
New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Indian cricketers Gautam Gambhir and Shikhar Dhawan paid heartfelt tributes to the freedom fighters Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru on the occasion of Martyrs’ Day (Shaheed Diwas), remembering their courage and sacrifice. The day commemorates the sacrifice of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, and Sukhdev, who were executed by the British in 1931. Each year, people nationwide honour their bravery and contributions to India’s independence movement. In 2026, lea…
New Delhi, March 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev on Shaheed Diwas (Martyrs’ Day), stating that their ideals of justice, patriotism, and fearless resistance continue to inspire countless Indians.Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev Thapar, and Shivaram Rajguru were iconic Indian revolutionaries whose execution on March 23, 1931, in Lahore jail fueled the freedom struggle. March 23 is now observed as Shaheed Diwas.Taking to X, PM Modi said, “Today…
New Delhi, March 12 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi and all the brave freedom fighters who took part in the historic march ‘Dandi Satyagraha.’ PM Modi took to social media ‘X’ and said, “The Dandi March began on this day in 1930. We respectfully remember all the great personalities involved.”Vice President C.P. Radhalkrishnan also took to social media ‘X’ and said, “The historic Dandi Satyagraha, launched on this…
New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) Congress leader Udit Raj on Tuesday questioned the selective approach towards historical recognition, following party MP Shashi Tharoor’s welcome of the installation of C. Rajagopalachari’s statue at Rashtrapati Bhavan.Speaking to IANS, Udit Raj said, “I say that Edwin Lutyens designed Connaught Place, Rashtrapati Bhavan, North Block, South Block. If his statue is removed, then Rajagopalachari’s statue could also be removed. The parliamentary system, the state go…