He is the Deputy Sports Editor at Mid-day and has covered big-ticket events for the organization like the 2015 Cricket World Cup, the 2008 Olympics, and several Asian Games; specialises in hockey. Twitter: @ashwinferro
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10 January,2025 05:24 PM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroTennis legend Sania Mirza picks Belarusian as favourite to win Aus Open; says she has worked hard to emerge from near-quitter in 2022 to World No. 1 currently ... [Read More]
08 January,2025 07:40 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroThe Mumbai Knights Football Academy’s dominant win in the MFA Women’s Premier League is all thanks to some rigorous beach football drills by coach Preetam Mahadik... [Read More]
24 December,2024 06:40 PM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroEx-SA pacer Allan Donald believes injuries to pacers given packed calendar and numerous T20 leagues are an unfortunate reality of modern game; insists players should listen to their bodies... [Read More]
24 December,2024 08:15 AM IST | Melbourne | Ashwin FerroJunior football team goes down fighting to Pune 0-1 in final of Maharashtra State Inter-District Football Championships at Jalgaon, but impress with dominant performance in tournament... [Read More]
18 December,2024 08:49 AM IST | Mumbai | Ashwin FerroA robbery took place on Friday night at Mayank Jewellers in Vasai’s Kaul Heritage City, Agarwal & Dosti Complex. The incident occurred at around 9:15 PM when the shop owner, Ratanlalji Sanghvi, was preparing to close the store. (Pic/Hanif Patel)... [Read More]
11 January,2025 12:49 PM ISTSix lives were lost, and over 40 individuals sustained injuries following a stampede at the Tirupati temple premises during Vaikuntha Ekadasi celebrations. The incident occurred near Vishnu Niwasam, close to the Tirumala Srivari Vaikuntha Dwara ticketing counter, amid the distribution of ‘darshan’ tokens. (PIC/PTI)... [Read More]
09 January,2025 01:27 PM ISTThe air quality in Delhi was recorded in the "very poor" category on Thursday, with an AQI reading of 340 at 9 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board`s (CPCB) data. (Pics/PTI)... [Read More]
26 December,2024 02:32 PM ISTA massive fire broke out in a slum near New Alipore in Kolkata on Saturday evening, damaging 40-50 shanties. Kolkata Mayor Firhad Hakim confirmed that there were no casualties in the incident. (Pic/ PTI)... [Read More]
22 December,2024 01:11 PM ISTChillai Kalan, the 40-day period of harshest winter, commenced in Kashmir on Saturday with a decrease in the temperatures coming down to minus 8.5 degrees Celsius on Friday night from minus 6.2 degrees Celsius the previous night... [Read More]
21 December,2024 04:41 PM IST"If I am not needed right now in the series, I am better off saying goodbye to the game," R Ashwin told India skipper Rohit Sharma before his surprise international retirement, refusing to let anyone else write his script after 14 years of service to the game. It is understood that retirement was on his mind after the home series against New Zealand, which India shockingly lost 0-3. He had made it clear to the team management that if he was not guaranteed a place in the playing eleven during the Australia series, he would not even travel Down Under. (Photos: AFP)... [Read More]
19 December,2024 11:46 AM ISTTeam India`s spin legend Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket. Here are all his records you need to know (Pic: File Pic)... [Read More]
18 December,2024 12:52 PM ISTMaharashtra IAS officer Ashwini Bhide has been transferred and appointed as the Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Pics/X... [Read More]
13 December,2024 05:50 PM ISTA shocking incident of robbery has come to light from Vasai in which a jeweller was robbed at gunpoint. The incident occurred on Friday night as thieves looted 50 tolas of gold, worth approximately ₹40 lakhs, from Mayank Jewellers located in Kaul Heritage City’s - Agarwal & Doshi Complex in Vasai at around 9:15 PM. The shop owner, Ratanlalji Sanghvi, was in the process of closing the store and securing jewellery in the locker when two men arrived on a motorbike. Speaking about the incident, Ratanlalji’s younger son, Abhilesh Sanghvi, said, “We are cooperating with the police and are hopeful for a quick resolution to this unfortunate incident.”... [Read More]
11 January,2025 12:41 PM ISTNew Amrit Bharat trains are set to launched soon. Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw visited Integral Coach Factory (ICF) to inspect Vande Bharat rakes, Amrit Bharat train coaches and Vistadome dining car in Chennai and said, “Amrit Bharat train has been made for ordinary citizens. The General coach has the same facilities as any premium coach. It has been made with the sense of `sabka saath, sabka vikas and upliftment of all. You will see several new features, like the quality of seats and fans, charging points, lumbar support in chairs and newly designed toilets. Improvements are being continuously made in Vande Bharat trains also."... [Read More]
10 January,2025 07:36 PM ISTFormer Indian cricketer Kapil Dev spoke at a private event hosted by the Adani Group in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on December 19. He shared his thoughts on Indian cricketer R. Ashwin`s career and the success of prominent industrialists. Kapil Dev mentioned that he has known Ashwin for 30 years and praised his achievements. He also highlighted the hard work and dedication of people like Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani, and Ratan Tata, who have built successful businesses and contributed to India`s growth. Kapil Dev expressed pride in their accomplishments, saying that even though people sometimes criticize successful individuals, we should appreciate the hard work that leads to such success.... [Read More]
19 December,2024 05:45 PM ISTRavichandran Ashwin received a warm welcome at his home in Chennai after announcing his retirement from international cricket. Ashwin shared that he would continue playing for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and might play for as long as possible. He emphasized that while his time as an Indian cricketer had come to an end, he was not done as a player. When asked if retirement was a tough decision, Ashwin said it wasn’t difficult for him. Although it might be emotional for others, he felt relieved and satisfied. The decision had been on his mind for some time, but it was an instinctive choice, and he decided to retire after the 4th day of a match.... [Read More]
19 December,2024 12:09 PM ISTRailway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw recently visited the Surat factory to review the progress of the Bullet Train project, which aims to bring high-speed rail connectivity to India. During his visit, he focused on the development of the advanced track system, inspired by Japan`s high-speed rail network. The tracks being designed for this project are expected to provide greater stability and speed, ensuring smoother travel for passengers. The minister highlighted the importance of incorporating modern technology and safety features to make the Bullet Train system efficient and reliable. He also emphasized that the project will not only boost transportation but will significantly contribute to economic growth, creating jobs and improving infrastructure in the region.... [Read More]
01 December,2024 12:13 PM ISTAt a recent women-centric award show, Bollywood divas including Taapsee Pannu, Huma Qureshi, Shefali Shah, and American-born rapper Raja Kumari graced the red carpet, celebrating female empowerment. Taapsee, known for her candidness, shared her thoughts on the overuse of biopics in cinema, acknowledging the pressure of portraying real-life figures. She also revealed her inspiration and named four women whose pictures she keeps close. Shefali Shah, famed for her role in `Dil Dhadakne Do,` revealed her favourite role to date. Meanwhile, Raja Kumari teased her upcoming Telugu song, a collaboration with A.R. Rahman, calling it an ode to female icons everywhere.... [Read More]
19 November,2024 05:34 PM ISTMadhuri Dixit`s special appearance in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 was one of the crowd-pulling points for the film. She talks about shooting the iconic Ami Je Tomar 3.0 with Vidya Balan, and how she enjoyed playing a ghost for a change. Having completed 40 years in the industry, Madhuri opens up on what it takes to survive for so long, and how things are different for actresses now with the constant pap attention and social media exposure. She also lets us in on her secret to 25 years of marital bliss with Dr Shri Ram Nene.... [Read More]
15 November,2024 08:06 PM ISTCheck out this exclusive Mid-day interview with Telugu star Nani as he clarifies his comment against Arshad Warsi. The dispute began over a viral video in which Arshad called Prabhas` role in Kalki 2898 AD a "joker" during a podcast interview. Nani had defended fellow Telugu star Prabhas, taking a dig at Arshad. However, in this conversation with Mid-day, Nani said his words were lost in translation. Furthermore, he discusses Indian cinema and shares his opinion on the differences between South cinema and Bollywood. Watch the full video to find out more!... [Read More]
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