In a major development that blends star power with football management, Luka Modric, the legendary Real Madrid and Croatia midfielder, has officially joined Swansea City AFC as an investor and co-owner, the Championship club confirmed on Monday. At 39, Modric remains an active player for Real Madrid, with a glittering career spanning over a decade in Spain. During his time at the Bernabéu, he has helped the Spanish giants secure six UEFA Champions League titles, solidifying his legacy

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched a renewed ground offensive in central and southern Gaza, regaining control of a strategically significant land corridor. This development follows intense aerial bombardments that killed over 400 people and effectively ended a fragile two-month-old ceasefire with Hamas. The IDF announced the new "pinpointed" ground operations through an official statement, explaining that the military action aims to expand a security zone and establish a

FIFA has announced that the total prize money for the 2025 Club World Cup in the United States will be a staggering $1 billion. The upcoming edition, which features an expanded 32-team format and will take place from June 14 to July 13, is set to be the biggest club competition in history.This prize money is significantly higher than what was awarded for the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup in Qatar ($440 million) and the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand ($

Manchester United’s turbulent season took another hit as they suffered a 4-3 penalty shootout defeat to Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round at Old Trafford. The defending champions were unable to progress despite a 1-1 draw after extra time, as Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno emerged as the hero in the shootout, saving crucial penalties from Victor Lindelof and Joshua Zirkzee.The loss means United will not return to Wembley this season, ending their hopes of defending the FA Cup title they wo

FIFA, the world governing body of football, has officially lifted its suspension on the Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) after the necessary constitutional reforms were approved. The decision comes after PFF Congress members reached a consensus last Thursday to amend the constitution as required by FIFA, ensuring smooth governance and compliance with international football regulations.The suspension, which had been in effect since February 5, 2025, was imposed after the PFF failed to implem

Fenerbahce head coach Jose Mourinho has been handed a four-match suspension and fined €42,000 by the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) for his controversial remarks following a heated Istanbul derby against Galatasaray. The decision, announced on Thursday, penalizes Mourinho for comments deemed unethical and unsportsmanlike after his team played to a 0-0 draw in the high-stakes Turkish Super Lig clash on Monday.The suspension comes as Fenerbahce trails Galatasaray by six points in the le

A massive avalanche struck Badrinath in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, leaving 47 workers trapped near Mana village. The workers, who were engaged in clearing snow for army movement, were caught in the disaster when a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp was hit.Rescue operations are underway, with the Indian Army, ITBP, and Garhwal Scouts actively working to save those trapped under the snow. Ten workers have been rescued and moved to an army camp in Mana for medical attention. Howeve

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced recruitment for Flight Operations Inspector (FOI) positions under various categories. The Ministry of Civil Aviation, Government of India, is offering these contractual roles with competitive salaries, providing an excellent opportunity for experienced pilots.The last date to submit online applications is March 7, 2025 (3 PM), and the deadline for sending the hard copy of the application along with required documents is March 14,

Nagarkurnool District Collector B Santosh confirmed on Monday that two rescue teams from the Indian Army and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are using specialized machinery to cover the final 40 meters needed to reach workers feared trapped after a tunnel roof collapse on Saturday. According to Santosh, earlier efforts had fallen short of reaching the last 40 meters, but with the assistance of heavy machinery, the teams are now poised to access the area. He explained that dewateri

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) enters the Champions League play-offs in top form, having overcome a tough European start in 2024. With impressive wins against Manchester City and Stuttgart, they now face domestic rivals Brest in a knockout tie. Despite PSG's stuttering form earlier in the season, they now appear formidable, particularly with key players like Ousmane Dembele stepping up in Kylian Mbappe's absence. Brest, making their first-ever appearance in the European competition, are co

 Alphonso Davies has signed a five-year contract extension with Bayern Munich, keeping him at the club until 2030, the German club announced on Tuesday. The 24-year-old Canada captain had been linked with a move to Real Madrid, but he chose to remain with Bayern, where he has already won five Bundesliga titles and a Champions League.Davies, who joined Bayern from Vancouver Whitecaps in 2019, expressed his excitement for the future, saying that although he has already achieved a lot, ther

Stuttgart secured a 1-0 win over Augsburg on Tuesday, thanks to a 29th-minute goal from striker Deniz Undav, sending them through to the German Cup semi-finals. Undav, who made his loan from Brighton permanent in the summer, slotted home a clever one-two with Ermedin Demirovic, breaking through Augsburg’s defense after a deflection off Keven Schlotterbeck.While the game wasn’t Stuttgart's strongest performance, with coach Sebastian Hoeness acknowledging the win wasn’t ea

Chelsea staged a remarkable 2-1 comeback victory against West Ham in their Premier League clash on Monday, climbing into the top four of the league. The match marked Graham Potter’s first return to Stamford Bridge since being sacked by Chelsea in 2023. West Ham initially took the lead when Jarrod Bowen scored in the 42nd minute after a defensive error from Chelsea. Despite a lackluster first half, Chelsea bounced back after the break to level the score with a goal from Pedro Neto in the

On the eve of Republic Day, Wing Commander Akshay Saxena of the Indian Air Force was conferred the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his remarkable leadership and courage during a high-stakes mission off the Somali coast. The operation, which took place on March 16, 2024, involved rescuing 17 crew members from the MV Ruen, a merchant ship that had been seized by pirates. The pirates had previously attacked merchant vessels in the Arabian Sea and even fired at the Indian Navy’s INS Kolkata

In a seminar with Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SPs) in Andhra Pradesh, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan raised serious concerns about the ongoing smuggling operations at the Kakinada Seaport. He used the example of Ajmal Kasab and the 26/11 Mumbai attacks to emphasize the importance of robust border security, warning that similar threats could arise from unchecked smuggling activities. Despite three check posts on the route to the port, smuggling continues, raising alarms about

Junaid Ahmed Bhat, a senior commander of the militant group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), was killed by security forces in a gunfight in the Dachigam hills near Srinagar. The encounter began on Monday night when the Jammu and Kashmir Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) and the Indian Army launched a cordon-and-search operation (CASO) in the Dachigam-Tral area. This was prompted by intelligence reports indicating the presence of a group of militants in the region. During the ongoing

 India's men's football team earned a 1-1 draw against Malaysia in their second-half comeback during an international friendly match held at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad. Malaysia took the lead early in the match with a goal from Paulo Josue, but India's Rahul Bheke scored an equalizer to level the score at 1-1. This match marked the fourth outing for Manolo Marquez as head coach of the Indian team, but unfortunately, the squad has not yet manage

Spain will face Denmark and Serbia in the Nations League without key striker Nico Williams, who has been sidelined due to an injury sustained while with Athletic Bilbao. Williams reported to the national team's training camp at Las Rozas, near Madrid, but was released after discussions between the medical teams of his club and the national team, as confirmed by a statement from the Spanish football federation. The absence of Williams is a significant blow for Spain, especially g

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has officially taken on a new role as the head of football operations at Red Bull, overseeing the club’s franchises, including RB Leipzig, Red Bull Salzburg, and New York Red Bulls. This announcement, made by the company on October 9, 2024, marks a significant shift for Klopp after a successful nine-year tenure at Liverpool, during which he revitalized the club, securing both the Premier League and the Champions League titles. Klopp's

In a heartfelt announcement that has sent shockwaves through the football community, French defender Rafael Varane declared his retirement from the sport at just 31 years old. Following an illustrious career, primarily at Real Madrid where he lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy four times, Varane’s decision comes as he grapples with persistent injury issues that have limited his playtime since joining Italian club Como. After joining Como on a free transfer from Manchester