PM Modi to address Jal Shakti summit in Delhi today, push 'Team India' approach

IANS | September 2, 2026 6:58 AM

New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the valedictory session of the Departmental Summit of the Ministry of Jal Shakti on Wednesday in New Delhi, with the event focusing on strengthening the spirit of 'Team India', deepening cooperative federalism and promoting greater coordination between the Centre and the states.

Prashant Singh appointed SAI Regional Director for Gujarat, Rajasthan

IANS | September 2, 2026 12:17 AM

Gandhinagar, Sep 2 (IANS) Prashant Singh's appointment as Regional Director of the Sports Authority of India's (SAI) Regional Centre in Gandhinagar will place the focus on strengthening the sporting pipeline across Gujarat and Rajasthan, from grassroots talent identification to high-performance and podium-level preparation.

US must de-risk China trade: Scott Bessent

IANS | September 1, 2026 11:32 PM

Asheville, Sep 1 (IANS) The United States does not want to separate its economy from China but must reduce dependence on foreign-controlled supply chains for semiconductors, critical minerals and medicines, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Tuesday.

Bessent pushes faster sovereign debt relief

IANS | September 1, 2026 11:27 PM

Asheville, Sep 1 (IANS) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called for faster, more transparent and predictable sovereign debt restructuring as developing economies confront mounting debt burdens, weaker financing flows and growing liquidity pressures.

Delhi HC seeks WFI stand on Vinesh Phogat's plea against show-cause notices

IANS | September 1, 2026 8:19 PM

New Delhi, Sep 1 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Tuesday sought the Wrestling Federation of India's (WFI) stand on a plea filed by wrestler Vinesh Phogat challenging show-cause notices and disciplinary proceedings initiated against her, while also issuing notice on her separate plea seeking a fair and transparent framework for women athletes returning to competitive sport after pregnancy and maternity leave.