While talking to students during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "Everyone has their own pattern. Some people study better in the morning, some at night. Whatever suits you, believe in that. But also take advice and, if that benefits you, then only add it to your life structure."
Hockey India appoints experienced Australian coach Tim White to lead the junior women's hockey team, replacing Tushar Khandekar, with a focus on developing technically sound players for the senior team.
Cheteshwar Pujara suggests earmarking 25-30 domestic players for Test cricket, even if they aren't part of the Indian Premier League, while acknowledging the rise of white-ball specialists.
India and New Zealand are poised to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) on April 27 in New Delhi, aiming to provide tariff-free access for Indian goods to New Zealand's market and attract USD 20 billion in investment over the next 15 years.
The India women's football team secured a 3-2 victory against Malawi in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Series 2026 in Nairobi, with goals from Astam Oraon, Aveka Singh, and Priyadharshini Selladurai.
India's para archery team excelled at the World Archery Para Series in Bangkok, securing the top position with 13 medals.
Gaurav Gill marked his return to rally action with a dominant performance at the 49th South India Rally, showcasing his skill and precision.
Ravichandran Ashwin revealed that his excessive celebration after dismissing Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the Challenger Trophy early in his career had annoyed the iconic former captain. Ashwin believed that dismissing Dhoni could give him a chance to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL.
India's young boxers have showcased their talent at the Asian Boxing U15 & U17 Championships 2026 in Tashkent, securing victories in various weight categories.
Bethell highlighted the influence of senior players like Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Dinesh Karthik. He said the tournament demands a high-tempo approach, where players must be aggressive and fearless.
The new approach emphasises practical understanding and contemporary skills, encouraging students to think critically and apply concepts in real-world contexts, says Srividya Sridhar, principal of Lotus Petal Senior Secondary School.
Cognizant has announced the launch of Technoverse Hackathon 2026, a national platform for engineering students to demonstrate AI-powered problem-solving skills in various industries. The hackathon aims to bridge academic learning with real-world applications and promote innovation.
The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has commenced its national judges course for 2026, aimed at developing qualified and competent judges to strengthen the technical ecosystem of shooting in India.
Learners in India prefer to pursue newer courses, such as Gen AI by building apps and code using the technology, along with learning about it.
Haryana emerged victorious in the 13th Senior National Rugby Sevens Championship, defeating Maharashtra in a closely contested final. West Bengal secured the bronze medal, while Rajasthan's Rajan Rawat was the tournament's top scorer.
The Education Ministry will focus on training teachers in the use of Artificial Intelligence tools over the next three to four months to support classroom teaching, lesson planning and student assessment, a senior official said.
CAE Simulation Training has launched a new pilot training facility in Mumbai, its fourth in India, to address the increasing demand for skilled pilots in the rapidly growing domestic aviation market.
ServiceNow has announced an expansion of its AI Control Tower offering with new capabilities that give enterprises control over every AI system, agent, and workflow, regardless of where it runs.
New Sri Lanka head coach Gary Kirsten is focused on preparing the team for the 2027 ODI World Cup, aiming to improve their performance across all formats and identify a balanced squad.
Ravichandran Ashwin has lauded MS Dhoni's wicketkeeping skills, highlighting his glovework and clarity of thought. Ashwin also reflected on his IPL career, expressing regret over not winning a title with Rajasthan Royals.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has invited Dutch hockey legend Floris Jan Bovelander to help strengthen hockey in the state, particularly ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy. Mann emphasised the government's commitment to restoring the sport's glory and highlighted Punjab's rich hockey legacy.
Jobs in the clean-energy sector are projected to reach 905,000, while energy efficiency-related jobs are expected to surge to 428,700 by 2029-2030.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched an artificial intelligence and computational thinking curriculum for classes 3 to 8, aiming to integrate structured AI education into the school system.
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi strengthened the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to combat financial crimes like money laundering and corruption, dismissing allegations of it being used to target political opponents.
Akash Deep and Harshit Rana are unlikely to be fit for the upcoming home series against Afghanistan and the white ball tour of United Kingdom as they are still some time away from getting fully match-fit, sources in BCCI said.
Despite consistent performances and a strong leadership record in the IPL, Shreyas Iyer is being overlooked for the T20 captaincy, raising questions about India's selection priorities.
Christian Pulisic and Virat Kohli headline a unique RCB-AC Milan crossover, exchanging jerseys and sports in a global campaign blending cricket, football and fan culture.
Experts debate the relevance of the yorker in modern T20 cricket, where high scores and innovative batting techniques challenge its effectiveness. While the yorker remains a valuable weapon, its execution demands greater precision and courage in today's batter-dominated game.
Rajasthan's Anjali Shekhawat won gold in the women's 10m air pistol event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship. Haryana's Kanak Budhwar secured silver, and Punjab's Agam Ranjit Kaur Grewal took bronze. Haryana also dominated the team event.
'The West Asia or the Gulf crisis has shown that what we develop as national infrastructure when things are not as bad as they could be, we forget to plan for adversities.'
Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reviewed the progress of the Haryana AI Development Programme (HAIDP), a Rs 474-crore initiative developed with the World Bank, focusing on AI skilling, startup incubation, and ethical AI governance.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the BJP-led central government of using the proposed amendment to the women's quota law as a front for the Delimitation Bill, which she claims will divide the country. She asserted that her party will fight this move at every step.
The Indian Under-17 women's football team will play three friendly matches against Russia in Sochi from April 11 to 17 as part of their preparations for the AFC U17 Women's Asian Cup.
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi strengthened the Enforcement Directorate to combat financial crimes like money laundering and corruption, dismissing allegations of it being used to target political opponents.
Former India coach Vimal Kumar believes Ayush Shetty's silver medal at the Asia Championships is a positive sign for India's Thomas Cup campaign, highlighting the youngster's potential and areas for improvement.
Sanju is proving that sometimes the quietest minds produce the loudest impact.
Sourav Kothari defeated Pankaj Advani to retain the IBSF World Billiards Championship title in a dominant performance in Ireland.
K L Rahul expresses satisfaction at breaking the perception of being a Test specialist.
The Uttar Pradesh government's 'One District One Cuisine' initiative, aimed at promoting local delicacies, has drawn criticism for omitting several iconic non-vegetarian dishes closely associated with the state's districts.
Indian weightlifters have secured four gold medals at the Commonwealth Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships and the Universal Cup (Senior) in Apia, Samoa.
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