Despite the challenges and dangers of air travel during WW2, the Allied Forces did indeed use flights from India to resupply anti-Japanese guerrillas in British Malaya and send secret agents to aid their cause. This has been confirmed by the RAF Museum in the UK, which not only provides a factual account but also exhibits one of the actual aircraft used for such missions. One of these aircraft, a Consolidated B-24 Liberator bomber, was even part of the last combat mission of RAF's No.99 Squadron when it was stationed in the Cocos Islands, which puts it just under 12 hours of flying time away from Singapore.
The consolidation of Tata Group's aviation business continues as Vistara merges with Air India on Monday. With this merger, only one full-service carrier will remain in the Indian skies. The line between full-service and low-cost carriers is becoming blurred, with budget airlines also offering business class seats. This move has been influenced by the rise of no-frills airlines worldwide and the changing travel patterns.
As the world prepares for the highly anticipated Davis Cup final, tennis fans are in for a major shock as Rafa Nadal, one of the greatest players of all time, has announced his retirement from the sport. In a touching video, the 38-year-old reflects on his illustrious career and expresses his excitement for his final tournament. With a record of 22 Grand Slam singles titles and 14 French Open wins, Nadal's departure marks the end of an era for tennis. Let's celebrate the legacy of this iconic athlete as he takes to the court for one last time.
After an illustrious career spanning 17 years, Rafael Nadal, the 'King of Clay', has announced his retirement. The Spaniard has inspired epic rivalries and captured the hearts of tennis fans around the world with his relentless athleticism, powerful shots, and mental strength. Winning a total of 22 Grand Slam titles, Nadal has cemented his place in the history of the sport. As we bid farewell to one of the greatest tennis players of all time, let's take a look back at his incredible journey, from his first French Open title at the age of 19 to his last, a 14th Roland Garros title at 36.
Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, currently serving a life sentence for rape and murder, has been granted parole for the fifth time before an election. With his followers claiming to have received instructions to vote en bloc, the dera chief's influence on voters in Punjab, Haryana, and Rajasthan cannot be ignored. This move comes after the dera dissolved its political wing last year and the Election Commission has banned the dera chief from indulging in any political activity. However, allegations of his influence on voters have been raised in the past as well, making this parole decision a contentious one.
As the first Test between England and West Indies at Lord's begins, James Anderson announces his retirement from international cricket. Fans and players alike bid farewell to the legendary bowler, who has been a mainstay in the England team for over 17 years. Stay tuned for live updates, commentary, and video highlights as Anderson takes the pitch for one last time.
After a decade of underwhelming performances, Germany put up a strong fight at Euro 2024 with the help of midfielder Toni Kroos who came out of retirement for one last tournament. However, their quarter-final match against Spain ended in a heart-wrenching 2-1 defeat. Despite the loss, Kroos remains optimistic for the future of the team. Spain's 16-year-old prodigy, Lamine Yamal, made a huge impact with his assist to Dani Olmo's opening goal, but Germany's Florian Wirtz's equalizer took the game into extra time.
Manager Mikel Arteta is looking to build on their second place finish last season by bringing in new players and offloading some current ones. One potential target is Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres, with reports saying the Gunners are close to signing him in a record-breaking deal. Meanwhile, Arsenal legend Alan Smith has urged Aaron Ramsdale, Eddie Nketiah, and Reiss Nelson to seek more playing time elsewhere, while midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga may be loaned out again after spending last season at Luton.
On the occasion of Thalapathy Vijay's 50th birthday, director Venkat Prabhu has released the first look of their upcoming film, 'The Greatest of All Time'. The 50-second video showcases a thrilling chase sequence between the actor's two characters in the movie. As fans eagerly await the release, reports suggest that this might be one of Vijay's last films as he recently announced his retirement from acting to focus on his political career.
In a thrilling European Championship match, Albania and Croatia fought to a 2-2 draw, with Albania scoring a late equalizer in added time. Despite the exciting result, both teams now face a difficult task to advance to the knockout stage, with only one point each after two matches. Croatian player Klaus Gjasula was both a hero and a villain, scoring an own goal and the late equalizer for Albania. With both teams needing a win in their last group game to have a chance at qualifying, the pressure is on for a dramatic final showdown.