A memorable debut for sprinter Nipam, wins 100m bronze in Hong Kong
It was a memorable debut for sprinter Nipam as she won the 100m bronze on the opening day of the U20 Asian Athletics Championships, which got underway in Hong Kong…
India Women crush England by 38 runs to take 1- 0 series lead
India Women emphatically began their England tour with a clinical victory over the hosts in the first T20I at Chelmsford by 38 runs. A complete team performance powered by brilliant…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurates boys, girls’ hostels at Maa Umiya Dham in Ahmedabad
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the hostel for boys and girls at Maa Umiya Dham campus, managed by Umiya Mataji Sansthan, Unjha, at Sola in Ahmedabad. Chief…
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy unveils NTR statue in Hyderabad, hails legacy of former Andhra Pradesh CM
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday unveiled the statue of matinee idol and former Chief Minister of erstwhile united Andhra Pradesh NT Rama Rao, popularly known as NTR,…
PM Modi meets Janjati Suraksha Manch, discusses development, empowerment
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday met representatives of the Janjati Suraksha Manch in New Delhi and held discussions on issues related to the development and empowerment of tribal communities.…
‘Babysitter virus caused by itardi parasite’: Gujarat Forest Minister on lion cub deaths in Gir
Gujarat Forest Minister Arjun Modhwadia on Thursday said the deaths of lion cubs reported near the Gir Sanctuary were suspected to be from a “babysitter virus” caused by the Itardi…
Delhi LG reviews heatwave relief operations; dedicated cooling zones set up across 8 districts
Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu on Thursday evening reviewed the relief operations and preventive measures being undertaken in view of the prevailing heat wave in the national capital. Apart…
‘TDP will lead if others don’t’: CM Chandrababu Naidu backs 33% women’s quota in legislatures
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Telugu Desam Party President officially backed a proposal to implement a 33 per cent reservation for women in legislative bodies, pledging that…
Goa CM Sawant calls on PM Modi at Seva Teertha, highlights family’s Jan Sangh legacy
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Seva Teertha along with his family, describing the meeting as a privileged and emotional moment. In a…
‘Moral impact of RG Kar incident’: TMC’s Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar steps down from Women’s wing
Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from the post of president of the All India Trinamool Mahila Congress, citing concerns over alleged “misogynistic behaviour” within the party…
Mandaviya lauds Sumit Antil, Esha Singh after world record feats
India witnessed a double celebration of world records in para athletics and shooting as Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated athletes Sumit Antil and Esha Singh for their performances at…
Netherlands squad for FIFA World Cup announced; Depay returns
The 26-man Netherlands squad for the FIFA World Cup was announced on Wednesday, with the team’s all-time highest goal-scorer, Memphis Depay, recovering from a thigh injury. After two months spent…
Chris Gayle hails “new six machine” Sooryavanshi after teenager breaks iconic batter’s IPL sixes record
West Indies cricket icon Chris Gayle hailed India and Rajasthan Royals (RR) 15-year-old prodigy for his sensational 29-ball 97 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) eliminator,…
“You don’t have too many options”: Cummins on Sooryavanshi blitz after RR knock SRH out of IPL 2026
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins lauded Rajasthan Royals (RR) young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his match-winning 97 in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, admitting that the teenager’s ability to punish…
IOC mourns Raja Randhir Singh’s death, Olympic flag to fly at half-mast for three days
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) mourned the death of its Honorary Member Raja Randhir Singh, describing the former shooter and sports administrator as one of the most influential figures in…
70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata to be taken down due to safety concerns
The 70-foot statue of legendary Argentine footballer Lionel Messi set in Kolkata, West Bengal, is set to be taken down due to safety concerns, after it was spotted “swaying in…
“Centuries will keep happening, focus is on trophy”: Sooryavanshi after match-winning 97 against SRH in eliminator
Following his sensational 97 against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the eliminator, 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals (RR) prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gave a glimpse into his batting mindset and emphasised that “centuries will…
“I like being a perfectionist, could’ve reached 260”: RR skipper Parag still searching for “perfect game” after eliminator win over SRH
Following his side’s win over the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the eliminator, Rajasthan Royals (RR) skipper Riyan Parag hailed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his masterclass, but felt that the team could…
Auckland Mourns Beloved Indian Migrant Edward Gonsalves, 36
“It was never Ed and Sereena, it was always EdSeree,” said Sereena D’Souza, wife of Edward Gonsalves, as she struggled to come to terms with the devastating loss that has…
Manurewa Local Board member referred to Serious Fraud Office
Auckland Council has referred a Manurewa Local Board member to the Serious Fraud Office after a social media video raised allegations that include corruption and financial intimidation. Marshal Ahluwalia, who…
Luxon, Starmer talk war and cost of living in call
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke with his British counterpart Sir Keir Starmer on Wednesday night to discuss the Iran and Ukraine wars, as well as the cost of living. Luxon…
PM Modi chairs 51st meeting of PRAGATI, reviews seven critical infrastructure projects across railways, power and road sectors
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired the 51st meeting of PRAGATI, the ICT-enabled, multi-modal platform aimed at fostering Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, by seamlessly integrating efforts of the…
West Bengal hands over 142.79 acres to BSF: CM Suvendu Adhikari
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday stated that the government has initiated intensified measures to strengthen border security by facilitating the construction of BSF outposts and barbed-wire fencing…
Mumbai Police cancel Eid animal slaughter permit in Goregaon society
Amid tensions in Satellite Gardens Phase 2, Gokuldham area of Goregaon over plans to conduct Eid sacrifice inside the colony premises, police on Wednesday said the permission for slaughtering sacrificial…
Uttarakhand CM Dhami holds meeting to finalise BJP Chief Nitin Nabin’s visit
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami convened a high-level meeting at his official residence in Dehradun on Wednesday to finalise the itinerary for BJP National President Nitin Nabin’s upcoming visit…