Marwah Studios to host Documantary Films Festival

Marwah Studios, Noida Film City is all set to organise the Global Festival of Documentary Films on July 2009. These festival is going to provide an opportunity to all those film makers who want to showcase their films to the film lovers of the world..

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A salute to McCartney, Roig and Part

When people think of classical music as Bach and Handel, three composers such as former Beatles’ Paul McCartney, the late Cuban composer Gonzalo Roig, and Estonian composer Arvo Part prove that it transcends centuries and remain popular music..

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Chelsea in second position after Kalou's double

Ivorian striker Salomon Kalou's two goals has placed Chelsea in the second position in the English Premier League with 2-0 victory over Liverpool. Kalou scored the two goals in the 57th and 81st minute at the Stamford Bridge stadium..

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Dhoni continues his winning spree

Earlier, everyone was thinking that Murali and Mendis would damage Indian batting line up. But Indian batsmen batted responsibly. Sehwag was out because of hip injury. Even Jayasurya’s century could not save Sri Lanka.

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Wasim Jaffer is Ceat India Cricketer of the Year

As a result of consistent performance in the domestic circuit, Mumbai batsman Wasim Jaffer has won the 'Ceat India Cricketer of the Year' award. This may boost his chances of a recall to the national side.

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Dhoni and Co in Sri Lanka

Instead of going hammer and tongs at the Pakistanis, our boys will now make a trip to the island country of Sri Lanka and have it out with the lions. It would make for an interesting series of ODIs and T20 – the Indian Tigers versus the Lankan Lions.

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Sacha Kljestan and the US Soccer team

Sacha Kljestan and the US Soccer Team have started 2009 on a positive note. The time has come to write about the life and times of Kljestan. He deserves praise for his decisive hat tricks which gave the United States its 3 to 2 victory over Sweden..

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Bindra, Dhoni, Bhajji among Padma awardees

Abhinav Bindra, who won the individual gold in men's 10-metre air rifle event at the Beijing Olympic Games 2008, was on Sunday awarded the Padma Bhusan, while other four sportpersons got Padma shri for their achievements in their respective fields. .

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Delhi gears up as Commonwealth Games deadline nears

Preparations in terms of infrastructure to support such an event of international involvement is continuing at a consistent pace with mass transportation, flyovers and highways being upgraded at rapid pace .

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Cahill proves the savior again for Everton

An 87th minute header by Tim Cahill gave Everton a well deserved point against Liverpool. It was a big dent on Liverpool's chance of securing EPL crown. Cahill is one of the top midfielders in Europe. I have him right up with Frank Lampard in my book .

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Mohammad Asif: No more with Daredevils

Pakistani pace bowler Mohammad Asif’s contract with the IPL team Delhi Daredevils has been terminated with immediate effect as per his wishes. The Daredevils management reached this decision after a two-day long discussion with Asif.

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Bidding for Kaka could be a new trend in football

Given the City’s on the edge position, in the league trying to save themselves from the ignominy of relegation, Kaka, ultimately, may not be able to rescue the side from Eastlands from getting demoted. The huge money on offer is a short-term solution.

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Allardyce strategy cramps Newcastle United

It was Benni McCarthy, who opened the gateway to success in the 60th minute when Rovers won the penalty. Later, Jason Roberts's double strike in the 65th and 86th minute, respectively, pulled out Rovers from the relegation zone..

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Indian youth hockey team reaches AYOF final

Although the English started with flair and attacked the Indian fort at the start itself, they could not penetrate Indian defence. The first Indian goal was scored by Diwakar Ram, who flicked the ball into the goal in the seventh minute itself..

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Chelsea pulls a stunner at Bridge

It seems Chelsea is back in the race for the Cup and this time it's here to stay. Getting two goals in span of two minutes shows that Chelsea are back in the hunt of EPL crown. The team made a come back in the last game against West Brom.

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Kudos to India’s overhauled sports policy

The new policy of barring NRIs from representing India should be welcomed. The big and 'it' word now is change. Successful federations and sports leaders should be more resilient and have the capacity to innovate and improve the sports policy.

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Saga of Pakistani spin bowling

Pakistan's cricket history boasts of attacking bowlers who have beaten the world with their spin. In the days of Sarfraz Nawaz, a former cricketer and the founder of reverse swing, Pakistan gave bowlers like, Imran Khan, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis....

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Leading lights of Kenyan sports-2008

This article highlights some of the leading lights of Kenyan sports in 2008. This is in light of the upcoming Sports Personality Of the Year Awards expected to take place next week in Nairobi's Kenyatta International Conference Centre .

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Milan keen on utilising brand Beckham

David Beckham’s loan spell in AC Milan has created quite a furore in the Italian media and fans alike. For a club like Milan, Beckham’s brand image could prove to be a catalyst in turning around their fortunes..

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Chelsea’s BPL future in doubt after defeat to Man Utd

After its defeat to Manchester United, Chelsea must find a solution to revive its fortunes in the most popular Barclays Premier League and the fans of the club should stop putting manager Luiz Felipe Scolari to the sword..

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Kevin Pietersen resigns as England captain

Kevin Pietersen has resigned as England cricket captain after his relationship soured with the team coach Peter Moores, who also stepped down. Pietersen, originally from South Africa, took over the role only five months ago when Vaughan stepped down.

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Music wizard Rahman celebrates birthday

Regarded as one of India's greatest music directors, AR Rahman has turned 43 on Tuesday. The Mozart of Madras started his career in Bollywood with Roza and till date has earned more than 100 films as music director, to his credit.

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Hockey deserves the National Game status

Hockey should remain our national game. There is no need to deprive it of its status. Once steps are taken to revive it, hockey will definitely regain its lost glory and the question of denying it the 'national game' status will not arise.

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To offset losses, BCCI proposes India-Lanka tour

BCCI is holding talks with Sri Lanka for a possible one-day series between the two nation to offset the losses caused by the cancellation of Indo-Pak tour. Although, talks between the two sides are underway but the series has not been finalised yet .

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Is Big Phil's magic fading away?

Chelsea was yet again shocked by a resilient first league club Southend. A stalemate at Stamford Bridge made three draws for the Blues in last five games. Will Big Phil be able to revive the magic he had in the beginning of the season?.

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Pietersen and left hand

The recent debate about the ‘different stroke’ from the current England skipper Kevin Pietersen changing his batting grip from a right-handed to a left-handed one is very interesting. Should it be banned as it gives him undue advantage?.

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Awesome ‘Gilly’ and his magical milestones

The six foot one inch cricketer walks with a swagger, has great temperament, uncommon skills, majestic, gorgeous and lovable personality. He is surely once in a generation cricketer. Yes, we are taking about ‘Gilly’ or Adam Craig Gilchrist..

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Sports diary 2008

The year 2008 was an eventful one for sports. From China holding the costliest Olympics and Pakistan not playing a single Test match in the whole year, to India winning its first individual Olympic Gold, the year was full of sporting twists and turns.

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Top sporting personalities - 2008

Dreams turned into reality as India brought home the highest number of Olympic medals in the history of the game. With this emerged new icons in Indian sports, this time in fields different than cricket for a change..

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Dhoni receives extortion letter demanding 50 lakhs

STF personnel have been deployed to guard Dhoni's residence at Mecon Colony. The extortion letter asks Dhoni's family to deliver the sum demanded at some shop. The time and venue would not be publicised as the investigation is still on.

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