Security forces arrested Tousef Ahmad Dar in J&K's Pulwama with a hand grenade and anti-national posters amid heightened security following recent terror attacks.
US owners of Charlton Athletic have listed the south‑London club for sale, hiring Oakwell Sports Advisory to find a fifth owner in six years. The sale deck touts equity growth via promotion to the Premier League and women’s football.
Aquib Nabi, a 29-year-old seamer from Jammu & Kashmir, earns his maiden India call-up for the Test series against Sri Lanka, replacing injured Jasprit Bumrah. Nabi's journey, marked by borrowing bowling spikes, long journeys for practice, and an obsession with mastering the inswing, has led to 104 wickets in the last two Ranji Trophy seasons.
The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court rejected a Congress worker's plea to move his cheque bounce case trial from Srinagar to Jammu. The court cited the near elimination of terrorism in the Valley as a reason for rejecting the plea, deeming the petitioner's fear of threat "improbable".
Caspar Fownes set a new personal best with 41 wins at Happy Valley, breaking his own record. He extended his trainer championship lead to 60 wins. Jockey Joao Moreira also celebrated a double with Fownes.
India lost 0-2 to Jamaica in the Unity Cup 2026 semifinal, with goals from Courtney Clarke and Kaheim Dixon securing Jamaica's place in the final against Nigeria.
Charlton Athletic lead Women's Super League 2 by one point heading into Saturday's final day, with Birmingham City and Crystal Palace level behind them. Charlton host Birmingham in the pivotal clash at the Valley, while Palace face relegated Portsmouth. Two automatic promotion spots are available due to the WSL's expansion from 12 to 14 teams, with third place facing a promotion/relegation playoff against Leicester on 23 May.
Mid and West Wales fire and rescue service has been trying to extinguish fires in Elan valley since SundayFirefighters are struggling to control wildfires raging though the scenic Elan valley in mid-Wales for a fifth day.The Mid and West Wales fire and rescue service has been working to extinguish fires in and around the Powys beauty spot since Sunday. It is not yet clear how much damage the biodiverse area has suffered: 80% of the valley is designated as sites of special scientific interest, raising fears for flora and fauna. Continue reading...
Douglas Whyte dominated Happy Valley with a treble on Wednesday night, highlighted by Giant Ballon who secured a hat-trick in the Class Three Busan Handicap (1,200m). Gameplayer Elite and Find My Love completed a three-timer for the trainer, who only sent out a handful of runners at the city circuit. “We’ve only had five runners and three winners – it’s been a great night. The Valley has always been a special place for me, more so as a trainer than as a jockey. It’s vibrant, tactical and leaves...
Jay Rooney COLOURFUL KING - R7 (2) Has raced without luck of late and returns to his best course and distance here Owen Goulding SUPERB KING - R5 (2) Has finally drawn a barrier over the Valley 1,200m and can take advantage Olivia O'Sullivan ARMOR GOLDEN EAGLE - R9 (6) Thrived with Valley switch and Purton takes over Phillip Woo ROMANTIC LAOS - R6 (2) Has performed better in this grade and should map well from his draw Shannon (Vincent Wong) GAMEPLAYER ELITE - R5 (8) Loves this track and...
Hundreds of firefighters are battling wildfires in northern Japan's Iwate region, with over 3,200 residents urged to evacuate. The fires have burned approximately 700 hectares since breaking out three days ago, with smoke detectable 30km away.
A year after a devastating terror attack claimed 26 lives in Pahalgam, the valley grapples with lingering fear and a fractured tourism economy. India responded with Operation Sindoor, a cross-border military action, and extensive diplomatic efforts. While security has been bolstered, the region's recovery remains fragile, with businesses and residents still navigating the profound impact of the violence.
