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-December 20, 2023

Coach’s reprimand led to Innesh Mahajan’s hunger for runs, U-19 World Cup spot

Coach’s reprimand led to Innesh Mahajan’s hunger for runs, U-19 World Cup spot

Eighteen-year-old Mahajan, who will represent India in the under-19 World Cup in South Africa next month, developed hunger for runs early in life after being prompted by his coach to score big

-December 19, 2023

I developed habit of spending the entire day on cricket field since childhood: Sameer Rizvi

I developed habit of spending the entire day on cricket field since childhood: Sameer Rizvi

Uncapped Meerut batsman Sameer Rizvi, who earned a Rs 8.4 crore IPL deal with Chennai Super Kings, says he was initiated into cricket at the age of five and the proximity of his uncle's academy to his home made him spend full days there and get bred on the game

-December 16, 2023

Breaking stereotypes through art

Breaking stereotypes through art

The women in Pavani Nagpal's artworks are done in bright colours and don't possess eyes; presenting women with all their flaws is an act of empowerment, the Delhi-based artist says

-December 16, 2023

Why did Jinnah visit Hindu College?

Why did Jinnah visit Hindu College?

The college, which began in Chandni Chowk's Kinari Bazar before moving to Kashmere Gate and then to North Campus, has produced many luminaries and continues to draw top students even as the college enters its 125th year

-December 9, 2023

Delhi’s first Test class

Delhi’s first Test class

Prakash Bhandari, the first Delhi player to don India's Test uniform, recounts his exploits from cricketing days, which includes getting Pakistan’s Hanif Mohammad out with a peach of a delivery

-December 9, 2023

Desi Oon Festival: Centuries-Old craft meets modern mastery

Desi Oon Festival: Centuries-Old craft meets modern mastery

From the sheep-rearing heartland of north and northeastern hills to the Deccani sheep of the South and the carpet-rich landscapes of Bikaner, this festival celebrates the rich and diverse heritage of Indian wool

-December 9, 2023

End of an era: Why travelling on DTC’s route 851 was more than a journey

End of an era: Why travelling on DTC’s route 851 was more than a journey

Delhi Transport Corporation’s decision to stop the service of buses connecting areas in west and east Delhi with New Delhi has left many commuters inconvenienced and nostalgic

-December 6, 2023

Delhi slip on top-order, pace bowling in Vijay Hazare one-dayers

Delhi slip on top-order, pace bowling in Vijay Hazare one-dayers

 Delhi lose four of their seven games to finish fifth in the pool following poor show by the top-order and lack of bite in pace bowling