New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara admitted that attempting modern attacking shots like the reverse sweep would not have suited his batting style, saying it could have cost him his wicket in Test cricket.“Ravi bhai, if I had played such a shot in a Test match, I wouldn’t have been able to score runs. All three of my stumps would have been knocked over, because it was very difficult for me to execute that shot,” Pujara told Jio Hotstar.The remark came durin…
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New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Mary-Anne Musonda, captain of the Zimbabwe women’s national cricket team, announced her retirement from all forms of cricket on Monday. This ends a career that played a key role in developing the women’s game in the country.The 34-year-old, who last represented Zimbabwe at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Qualifier two years ago, said her decision was influenced by more than just her performance on the field. “From the outside it might seem like there’s still m…
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Bangladesh pacer Rubel Hossain has announced his retirement from international cricket, marking the end of a career filled with speed, passion, and memorable moments for Bangladesh.The 36-year-old fast bowler shared his decision in an emotional message on Facebook, reflecting on his journey with the national team.“Playing for the national team has always meant a lot to me. But there comes a time when one has to step away from international cricket. With that in mind,…
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Two-time Olympic champion Danish shuttler Viktor Axelsen has announced his retirement from professional badminton at the age of 32, owing to a prolonged back injury. Axelsen, who is a two-time world champion, three-time European champion, a Thomas Cup winner along with a former and long-serving world number one, and the owner of one of the most complete major-title resumes in men’s singles history, has been hampered by a serious back injury for the past two years. Ex…
A practical guide for NRIs in the US comparing 401(k) and India’s NPS pension scheme — covering eligibility, US tax treatment, FBAR/FATCA rules, DTAA benefits, and who should invest in what.
New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) Australia’s iconic wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy, who announced her retirement from professional cricket earlier this month after playing her last match against India, reflected on a career spanning nearly three decades. In an emotional note, Healy thanked her family, teammates, coaches, sponsors, and fans for their support throughout her journey. “Well that’s officially a wrap on this chapter of my life… Had the chance to wear many jerseys over the last 28 year…
New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Following the retirement announcement of Spanish badminton legend Carolina Marin, her long-time rival and two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu shared a touching tribute, reflecting on a journey that transformed from fierce on-court “spats” to a lasting bond of mutual respect. The Rio Olympic gold medallist and three-time world champion Marin announced her retirement from professional badminton on Thursday, saying she is still suffering the aftereffects of the serious i…
New Delhi, Jan 12 (IANS) Former world number three and eight-time ATP titleholder Milos Raonic announced his retirement on Monday, ending a career that lasted nearly twenty years. The 35-year-old Canadian, who has struggled with injuries for a long time, has not played professionally for more than a year. “The time has come, I am retiring from tennis. This is a moment you know will come one day, but somehow you never feel ready for it. This is as ready as I will ever be. Tennis has been my lov…
New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) The number of people covered by life insurance in India has risen sharply over the last decade, increasing from about 15 crore in FY15 to nearly 40 crore in FY25, largely due to the rapid expansion of group and credit-linked insurance products, a new report said on Monday.This strong rise in coverage reflects the steady growth of India’s life insurance sector, which has recorded a compound annual growth rate of around 13 per cent over the past 20 years, according to Ca…
For Indian immigrants in the U.S., retirement often comes with a longing for home, culture, and familiarity. Anand Vihar retirement…