US Vice President J D Vance stated that while progress was made during peace talks in Islamabad, it is now up to Iran to further the discussions and address US concerns regarding its nuclear ambitions.
Rain is threatening the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Lucknow Super Giants IPL 2026 match at Eden Gardens.
The Sports Ministry is encouraging Hockey India to nominate its best teams for the Asian Games, amidst discussions about fielding separate teams for the continental event and the World Cup to prevent player burnout.
Jamshedpur FC and Mumbai City FC played to a 1-1 draw in a thrilling Indian Super League match, with a late equaliser from Sarthak Goloui cancelling out Brandon Fernandes' first-half goal.
India's 3x3 women's wheelchair basketball team has qualified for the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, securing their spot through the Asia Oceania qualifiers.
The Indian trading and investment space has transformed exponentially in the last few years, and technology plays a pivotal part in how traders engage with the markets. In 2026, brokers are far more than order-execution platforms; they provide several value-added features to market participants to facilitate a data-driven and seamless trading experience.
Three treasury employees in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, have been arrested for allegedly embezzling Rs 15.41 crore from government bank accounts over eight years, prompting criticism from the opposition BJP.
Teenage quadruple amputee para archer Payal Nag wins gold at the World Para Archery Series in Bangkok, overcoming social stigma and defeating her idol Sheetal Devi.
Four astronauts from NASA's Artemis II mission have safely returned to Earth after completing a historic flyby of the moon, marking the first human journey to the moon in over 50 years.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announces plans for a nationwide campaign featuring iconic athletes and youth leaders to promote the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.
Indian shooters faced setbacks and successes at the ISSF World Cup in Granada, Spain, with the women's 50m rifle team missing qualification and the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol team advancing to the next stage.
Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Venugopal Rao, identifies the loss of four quick wickets as the turning point in their IPL defeat to Chennai Super Kings, while also acknowledging fielding errors that contributed to the loss.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has pledged that the BJP will prioritise resolving the Gorkha issue in Darjeeling and withdraw cases against community leaders if elected in West Bengal. He criticised Mamata Banerjee's government for non-cooperation and assured a constitutional solution.
Puducherry witnessed a historic voter turnout of 89.87% in the recent Assembly elections, the highest since 1964. The election saw a contest between the NDA and Congress-led bloc, with other parties also vying for influence. Polling was largely peaceful, with a minor clash reported.
India is considering including indigenous sports like Kabaddi and Mallakhamb in the 2030 Commonwealth Games, alongside confirmed sports like hockey and cricket.
Foreign investors have aggressively sold off Indian equities, withdrawing over 48,213 crore in the first 10 days of April, following a record 1.17 lakh crore outflow in March, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, rising crude oil prices, and global inflation concerns.
Jharkhand's Finance Minister has ordered a statewide investigation into alleged fraudulent salary withdrawals from government treasuries, following reports of irregularities in multiple districts.
Sourav Ganguly urges Kolkata Knight Riders to promote Rinku Singh up the order as the team struggles for form in IPL 2026, with three matches yielding no wins.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has facilitated the safe passage of over 1,700 Indian nationals from Iran through Armenia and Azerbaijan since the beginning of the West Asia conflict.
Cameron Green's struggles in the IPL 2026 continue, with his batting form and high price tag drawing criticism.
Atletico Madrid reached their first Champions League semi-final in nine years, narrowly defeating Barcelona 3-2 on aggregate despite a 2-1 home defeat.
Zeel Desai secured a dominant victory in her Billie Jean King Cup debut, giving India a 1-0 lead against Mongolia in the Asia/Oceania Group I tie.
Virat Kohli expresses satisfaction with his performance despite fitness concerns as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secures a win against Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL. He also praises Rajat Patidar's aggressive batting and discusses the evolving demands of T20 cricket.
'We have lost 70-80 per cent of our business from foreign guests.'
Police in Dharwad, Karnataka, have arrested nine men in connection with the murder of a Youth Congress leader, Fairoz Pathan, who was attacked at his residence.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticised the BJP and RSS for undermining the Constitution and accused the TMC of failing to deliver on job creation promises during rallies in West Bengal.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth on Wednesday claimed that Tehran "begged" for a truce, maintaining that Washington achieved a "decisive military victory" during 'Operation Epic Fury.'
Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, both in good form, are set to clash in an IPL match. Rajasthan's explosive batting and Bengaluru's rejuvenated bowling are key factors.
Former champion Dinesh Khanna sees similarities between his 1965 Badminton Asia Championships win and Ayush Shetty's current run in the tournament.
The canteen at the Sports Authority of India's headquarters in Delhi has suspended operations, with the vendor citing LPG supply shortages, while sources suggest pricing disputes are the real issue.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing for a Formula 1 race in India in 2027 by addressing tax hurdles that led to the event's departure in 2013.
A student at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra was found dead in his hostel room, with police investigating a possible suicide.
Senior TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee has criticised Union Home Minister Amit Shah over his repeated claims about infiltration in West Bengal, questioning the ministry's failure to prevent terror attacks and raising questions about the status of former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina.
Despite initial pressure from the West Asia conflict, analysts are optimistic about the Indian hospital sector's outlook, citing strong demand drivers and ongoing expansion plans that are expected to fuel significant revenue growth over the next few years.
The son of a jailed kingpin has been arrested in connection with a large-scale codeine-based cough syrup trafficking network. The investigation has uncovered a multi-state racket involving shell companies and fake billing, with transactions worth crores of rupees.
'Gandhi was Thakur and Gabbar was Jinnah.'
Chaffing under public ridicule in the US as well as internationally for having 'lost' the war, Trump is under immense pressure to do something, cautions Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
A key accused in the double murder case at a Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) ethanol plant in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, has surrendered to authorities along with his brother.
Star goalkeeper Savita Punia returns to the Indian women's hockey team after a 10-month break, while Salima Tete misses the Argentina series due to illness. The tour serves as crucial preparation for upcoming major tournaments.
The Indian women's football team is set to compete in the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya, facing hosts Kenya in their opening match. Coach Crispin Chettri emphasises building for the future, focusing on the 2029 AFC Women's Asian Cup and the 2031 World Cup qualifiers.
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