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PM Modi meets PV Sindhu, calls her India's pride

New Delhi, Aug 27 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi met shuttler PV Sindhu on August 27. Sindhu became the first-Indian to win a BWF World Championships gold medal. She defeated Japan's Nozomi Okuhara in finals of tournament on Aug 25. She returned to nation on August 27 morning. PM Modi also tweeted about the meet and called her 'India's pride'.

Sumit Nagal becomes 1st Indian to take a set off Roger Federer

New Delhi, Aug 27 (ANI): Indian tennis player Sumit Nagal won first set against Roger Federer in the first round of US Open. Nagal became the 1st Indian to take a set off Roger Federer. While speaking to ANI on Sumit's win, Krishna, mother of Sumit Nagal said, "We were happy to see him play today's match. Sumit idolises Rafael Nadal. I hope Sumit does well in future and continues to bring glory to the nation."

PV Sindhu receives grand welcome at Delhi Airport

New Delhi, Aug 27 (ANI): Indian star shuttler PV Sindhu arrived in India after achieving historic feat at the BWF World Championships. Swarm of people welcomed her at the airport. Sindhu became first ever Indian to win gold at world championship. She achieved the glory by defeating Nozomi Okuhara 21-7, 21-7.

I'll get many more medals for the country: PV Sindhu

New Delhi, Aug 27 (ANI): After clinching historic gold at BWF World Championships, PV Sindhu arrived in India on wee hours of August 27. India's star shuttler thanked fans for support and love and said that because of their blessings and love she achieved this glorious feat. She said that she wishes to win more and more medals for the country.

Ind vs WI: Team's support helps to express myself, says Hanuma Vihari

Antigua, Aug 26 (ANI): Indian middle-order batsman Hanuma Vihari, who played a crucial knock of 93 runs in the second innings of the first test against West Indies, which lost the match with a hefty margin of 318 runs, said the trust of the team gives him the freedom to express himself on the field. West Indies had forced India to bat first after winning the toss in the test match, but the tides turned in India's favour as the match progressed. Men in Blue had given WI a laborious target of 419 runs in the second innings on the back of Ajinkya Rahane's century and Vihari's solid 93-run inning. The WI boys crumbled under the pace attack of Jasprit Bumrah who completed his fourth five-wicket haul.

'No point in dropping our heads': WI Skipper Holder after losing against India in 1st test

Antigua, Aug 26 (ANI): After the West Indies lost the first test against India by a hefty margin of 318 runs in Antigua, the Caribbean skipper, Jason Holder, said although there is so much to be disappointed with his team's performance, there was no point in "dropping our heads". Holder also said the teammates should uplift themselves before going for the second and final test of the series in Jamaica. West Indies had forced India to bat first after winning the toss in the test match, but the tides turned in India's favour as the match progressed. Men in Blue had given WI a laborious target of 419 runs in the second innings on the back of Ajinkya Rahane's century and Hanuma Vihari's solid 93-run inning. The WI boys crumbled under the pace attack of Jasprit Bumrah who completed his fourth five-wicket haul.

BWF World Championships 2019: PV Sindhu's family celebrates her glorious win

Hyderabad, Aug 25 (ANI): Family of PV Sindhu celebrated her win at BWF World Championships in Hyderabad. She won her first gold in Switzerland's Basel. Sindhu defeated Nozomi Okuhara of Japan to win her first gold at the BWF World Championships 2019. "We are very happy, we were waiting for that gold medal. She trained hard for this," said PV Sindhu's Mother.

PV Sindhu creates history, becomes first Indian to win BWF World Championship

New Delhi, Aug 25 (ANI): World's no. 5 shuttler PV Sindhu on Sunday defeated her familiar foe Nozomi Okuhara of Japan to win her first gold at the BWF World Championships 2019 in Switzerland's Basel. Indian star-shuttler made an impressive start to the match with incessant attacking mixed with variety of defence. Sindhu created history by becoming the first Indian to win BWF World Championship. She earned the title of world champion by crushing Nozomi Okuhara 21-7, 21-7. This much-awaited gold has further added another laurel to Sindhu's illustrious CV at the World Championships.

Ravi Shastri has been around for while, wish him luck for coming tournaments: Sourav Ganguly

Mumbai, Aug 24 (ANI): While attending a sports event in Mumbai on August 23, former Indian cricket team captain and batsman Sourav Ganguly said, "Ravi Shastri has been around for a while, he has completed 5 years. He has got an extension for two more years. So, I wish him luck and hopefully, India can go all the way in the two major tournaments that are coming in the next two years."

Ind vs WI: Ishant Sharma's 2 caught and bowled was turning point of game, says Ravindra Jadeja

Antigua (West Indies), Aug 24 (ANI): After winning the toss and putting India to bat on Day 1 of the first test match, the hosts (West Indies) utilised the bowling conditions in the first two sessions by sending India's top order batsman back to the pavilion. Later, chasing India's first innings score of 297 on Day 2 of the 1st test match in Antigua, West Indies have ended the day at 189/8 in 59 overs, still trailing India by 108 runs. Ishant Sharma was the wrecker-in-chief for the visitors, as he romped to his 9th five-wicket haul in Test cricket. While addressing the post match press conference in Antigua, the all-rounder batsman of the Indian cricket team Ravindra Jadeja said, "It really feels overwhelming when captain trust you and consider as a main player of the squad. It really boosts up my confidence level which is a positive thing as a player for me." Talking about Ishant Sharma's performance Jadeja added, "Taking two catches was the turning point of the game. He did those two

Chhattisgarh High Court lawyer claims himself to be descendant of Lord Rama

Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh), Aug 23 (ANI): High Court advocate Hanuman Prasad Aggarwal filed an affidavit in Supreme Court on August 22. In an affidavit, he claimed himself to be descendant of Lord Rama, while speaking to mediapersons, he said, "Recently Supreme Court asked if there are any descendants of Lord Rama? Knowing about it, I filed an affidavit by collecting evidence from internet and it is also written in Agar Bhagwat that Maharaja Agrasen, the ancestral man of the Agrawal community, is 34th generation of Kush, son of Lord Rama. All Agarwals, who are sons and grandsons of Maharaj Agrasen are Lord Rama's descendants."

Three women flee with jewellery from shop in AP's Srikakulam, act caught on CCTV

Srikakulam (AP), Aug 23 (ANI): In a broad daylight incident, four women posing as customers decamped with gold and silver ornaments from a jewellery shop in Srikakulam district's Palakonda town in Andhra Pradesh. According to police, the women went to Naidu jewellery shop on Thursday posing as customers and stole the jewellery in broad daylight. The mischief of the three women was caught on the CCTV camera installed in the shop. In the video, one of the women can be seen hiding the ornaments under her saree while the staff is busy showing jewellery to another woman. The women then smartly leave the store. The police scanned the footage and identified the culprits. A case has been registered in this matter and a search operation has been launched for the women thieves.

Ind vs WI: Start of our inning was freaky as wicket was tricky and sticky, says Ajinkya Rahane

Antigua (West Indies), Aug 23 (ANI): With the two-match test series against the West Indies, India began their campaign in the World Test Championship on August 22. India scored 203/6 in 68.5 overs against the West Indies at stumps on Day 1. While addressing the post match press conference in Antigua, Vice-Captain and batsman of the Indian test cricket team Ajinkya Rahane said, "The start of our inning initially was freaky as wicket was very tricky and sticky. I thought West Indies bowler did pretty well in that session." "The partnership between me and KL Rahul was crucial in that particular situation. Our actual motive was to play one ball at a time in the first session," Rahane added.

India A vs West Indies A: 3-day practice match ends in draw at Antigua

Antigua (West Indies), Aug 20 (ANI): A three-day practice match was played between India A team and West Indies A in Antigua. The match commenced on August 17 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. On the last day of game the match ends with a draw. Ajinkya Rahane led India in the 3-day practice match. Umesh Yadav, Ishant Sharma and KL Rahul were part of India A team among other players. Ishant Sharma led a fine bowling performance from India. Indian team will begin their World Test Championship campaign in the 1st test match against West Indies from August 22.

Kapil Dev arrives at BCCI HQ to conduct interview for Indian Cricket Team's head coach

Mumbai, Aug 16 (ANI): The BCCI has shortlisted six candidates for Indian cricket team's head coach interview. Former cricketer Kapil Dev arrived at Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) headquarters to conduct interview for Indian cricket team's head coach in Mumbai. He is a member of Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) for appointing Head Coach for Indian cricket team. Former India fielding Coach Robin Singh, former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson arrived at Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) headquarters for Indian cricket team's head coach interview in Mumbai. He is one of the six candidates shortlisted by BCCI for the post. Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will hold a press conference today at 7 pm in Mumbai to announce Indian Cricket Team's Head Coach.

India wins series against West Indies, skipper Kohli hails Shreyas Iyer

Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago), Aug 15 (ANI): After clinching T20 series, India claimed victory in ODI series against West Indies by 2-0. Skipper Kohli led the team from the front and scored another century. Men in Blue won by handsome six wickets after DLS method came into play. Skipper Kohli hailed batsman Shreyas Iyer for his quickfire knock 65 (41).

India vs WI: We are working hard to draw ODI series, says Carlos Brathwaite

Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago): Rains ruined the first ODI between India and West Indies and Duckworth-Lewis method once again came into play in the second ODI resulting in India's lead against the hosts. Team West Indies is now looking forward to draw the ODI series by winning the final game. India won the T20 series before commencement of ODI series.

Nicholas Pooran and Roston Chase wickets was very crucial, says Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago), Aug 12 (ANI): India won the second ODI against the West Indies by 59 runs owing to Duckworth-Lewis method at Queen's Park Oval on Monday. Bhuvneshwar Kumar took four wickets. While addressing the press conference, Kumar said, "Nicholas Pooran and Roston Chase wickets were change the game and those two wickets were very crucial." India will play against Windies in the third ODI at Queen's Park Oval on August 14.

Bowlers bowled really well today, says WI coach Floyd Reifer

Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago), Aug 12 (ANI): India defeated West Indies in the second ODI by 59 runs owing to Duckworth-Lewis method at Queen's Park Oval on Monday. While addressing the press conference, West Indies coach Floyd Reifer said, "Bowlers bowled really well, on the pitch to restrict India 270 or 279 was very good efforts from the bowler. Bowling unit did really well today." India will play against Windies in the third ODI at Queen's Park Oval on August 14.

India vs WI: Shreyas Iyer denies sticking to bat only at number four

Port of Spain (Trinidad and Tobago), Aug 11 (ANI): India batsman Shreyas Iyer on Saturday said he does not want to stick to a particular number in the batting line up and wants to be as flexible as possible. When asked whether he wants to fill that that position in the batting line up, Iyer said, "Personally I am not thinking about batting only at number four but I want to be like someone who is very flexible batting at any number." Since the World Cup, India's number four batsman has been the topic of discussion. Although the premier tournament came to an end, India's search for that position has not yet came to an end. India will compete against West Indies for the second ODI on Sunday.