Skip to content 
Search

Latest Stories

Indian sprinter Dutee Chand ready to fight gender rule again

Indian sprinter Dutee Chand vowed Tuesday (11) to fight any efforts to bar her from the sport, after new research showed runners born with high testosterone levels enjoy a "significant competitive advantage".

The 21-year-old was banned after being diagnosed in 2014 with hyperandrogenism -- a condition that causes high natural levels of the hormone in women.


She contested the ban and won a temporary reprieve from the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) which allowed her to compete.

Without proof, the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) regulations excluding women with hyperandrogenism from competition are set to lapse this year.

But the global body plans to submit the new research as evidence to back its case that they should remain in place.

"I know that my case is going to start all over again but I am not afraid of anything," Chand said.

"I am confident I will come out unscathed. I will keep fighting until I get justice. A positive ruling will not only benefit me but all other women athletes like me."

The IAAF introduced the regulations in 2011 after a highly emotive public battle with South Africa's two-time Olympic champion Caster Semenya.

It part-funded the latest research, which relied on data from more than 2,100 blood samples taken from male and female athletes.

Testosterone, which can also be injected as a performance-enhancer, increases muscle mass and boosts physical strength.

The issue of hyperandrogenism is controversial because it has pitted principles of fair competition against the rights of women born with a condition they have no control over.

The IAAF rules allowed hyperandrogenic athletes to take medication to lower their testosterone levels to below 10 nanomoles per litre -- considered a low level in men.

The natural range for women is about 10 times lower.

Chand, who won two bronze medals at the recent Asian Athletics Championship in her home state of Orissa, said she was not alone in her fight against "cruel and discriminatory" rules.

"There are other athletes who are suffering like me without any fault. The whole world is supporting me."

More For You

Randhir Jaiswal

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that most of these individuals were sent back on commercial flights.

Getty images

1,563 Indians deported from US since January

THE UNITED STATES has deported 1,563 Indian nationals since January this year, with the latest group arriving last week, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that most of these individuals were sent back on commercial flights.

Keep ReadingShow less
Pakistan flag

Singh, the JUI-F nominee, hails from the Malik Deen Khel tribe in Bara, Khyber district.

Getty Images

Sikh leader from Pakistan’s Khyber district elected to KPK assembly

A SIKH religious leader, Gurpal Singh, has been elected unopposed to the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa assembly on a seat reserved for minorities and allocated to Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F), the provincial election commission announced on Thursday.

Singh, the JUI-F nominee, hails from the Malik Deen Khel tribe in Bara, Khyber district.

Keep ReadingShow less
travel disruption UK weather

Yellow warnings remain across England and Scotland throughout the weekend

iStock

Severe thunderstorms to bring flooding and travel disruption across England

Highlights

  • An amber thunderstorm warning is in place for parts of south-east and eastern England from 04:00 to 11:00 on Saturday
  • Rainfall could reach up to 100mm in a few hours, risking flash flooding and widespread disruption
  • Frequent lightning, large hail, and gusty winds are expected, affecting travel and infrastructure
  • Yellow warnings remain across England and Scotland throughout the weekend
  • Soil dryness from recent heatwaves increases risk of surface runoff and flooding
  • Hosepipe bans remain unaffected due to limited groundwater recharge

Met Office issues amber warning ahead of torrential rain and storms

The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for thunderstorms on Saturday morning, covering parts of south-east and eastern England. The warning is in effect from 04:00 to 11:00, with accompanying yellow alerts stretching across much of England and Scotland.

The warning highlights the potential for torrential rainfall, with 20–40mm expected in just an hour and isolated areas seeing up to 100mm within a few hours—more than a month’s worth of rain. This is likely to result in flash flooding, transport delays, and other significant disruption.

Keep ReadingShow less
Donald Trump health 2025

The diagnosis has prompted a wave of public attention

Getty Images

What is chronic venous insufficiency, the condition Donald Trump is diagnosed with?

Highlights

  • President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a vascular condition affecting blood flow in the legs
  • CVI occurs when leg veins struggle to return blood to the heart, often leading to swelling and discomfort
  • The condition was confirmed following visible leg swelling and bruising
  • Though not life-threatening, CVI can worsen without treatment
  • Trump’s case has sparked public interest in the risks and management of the condition

Trump diagnosed with common but chronic vein condition

President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition that affects the proper circulation of blood in the legs. The announcement followed public speculation after Trump was seen with visible swelling in his lower legs and bruising on his hand during recent public appearances.

According to a statement from White House medical staff, tests ruled out more serious cardiovascular conditions. Trump, 79, remains under regular observation, with the condition described as benign and manageable.

Keep ReadingShow less
Urooj Ashfaq

Urooj Ashfaq is quickly becoming one of the most exciting voices in stand-up comedy

Instagram/uroojashfaq

Urooj Ashfaq's hilarious journey: Her top 10 comedy moments so far

Urooj Ashfaq is quickly becoming one of the most exciting voices in stand-up comedy – not just in India, but on the international stage. After years of building a loyal following with her sharp, playful humour and refreshingly honest storytelling, she made a major mark at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe, winning the prestigious Best Newcomer Award. It was a breakthrough moment that catapulted her from popular Indian comic to a global name to watch.

Since then, she’s been touring internationally, selling out shows in India, the UK and beyond, and earning rave reviews for her mix of relatable comedy, bold observations and joyful absurdity. Now, she’s returning to London and Edinburgh with her latest show How To Be A Baddie, previewing at Soho Theatre in July before another much-anticipated run at the Fringe.

Keep ReadingShow less