‘If Bangladesh can find room for Jamaat, it should be able to find room for Awami League voters’: Analyst

IANS | September 14, 2026 7:15 PM

London, Sep 14 (IANS) Bangladesh’s leaders must recognise that governing carries responsibility even for those who despise them, while prisoners require medical care, allegations against political opponents must be investigated, and courts must rely on evidence. None of these obligations disappears after a revolution, according to a latest report.

‘Essential to examine funding’, Mithun Chakraborty supports closure of Bengal’s unrecognised madrasas

IANS | September 14, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Actor-turned politician Mithun Chakraborty, who is set to don the role of policymaker (Cultural Advisor) in Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government, supported the administration’s clampdown on the unaided and unrecognised madrasas across the state, citing concerns over national security as a valid reason.

'I used to hype finals': Shafali Verma on change in approach for big games

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) India's star opener Shafali Verma spoke on her change in approach for big games after having recently powered India to an eighth title in the Women's Asia Cup with a win over Sri Lanka in the final.

Scooter Braun gushes over his 'true partnership' with Sydney Sweeney in heartfelt post

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:56 PM

Los Angeles, Sep 14 (IANS) Music producer Scooter Braun has reflected on his "true partnership" with Hollywood actress Sydney Sweeney, as he shared a heartfelt tribute for the actress on her 29th birthday.

La Liga: Four things one learned in Spain's Matchday 5 this weekend

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:48 PM

Madrid, Sep 14 (IANS) FC Barcelona maintained their perfect start to the season with a 4-2 win away to Levante, while Real Madrid also won and La Liga saw its first managerial casualty of the campaign.

Higher food prices drive CPI higher, inflation outlook faces weather, energy risks: Economists

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:47 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) Retail inflation rose to 4.82 per cent in August from 4.5 per cent in July, driven primarily by higher food prices, while core inflation also edged up, CareEdge Ratings Chief Economist Rajani Sinha said on Monday, warning that the inflation outlook remains vulnerable to weather-related and external risks.

Mom-to-be Samantha drops dreamy glimpses from her traditional baby shower

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:46 PM

Mumbai, Sep 14 (IANS) Mom-to-be Samantha Ruth Prabhu provided a sneak peek into her traditional baby shower on Monday.

Mega dam, warming Himalayas: China’s Yarlung Tsangpo hydropower project faces renewed scrutiny

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:43 PM

New Delhi, Sep 14 (IANS) China’s mega hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet has brought renewed scrutiny to the sustainability of large-scale infrastructure in the ecologically fragile and seismically active Himalayan region, a report has stated.

India to bring 'Sarang' cultural festival to cities across South Korea

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:42 PM

Seoul, Sep 14 (IANS) India's annual cultural festival in South Korea will kick off this week, featuring traditional dance performances and workshops in cities across the country, the Indian Embassy in Seoul said Monday.

Smith casts doubt over playing in 2027 Ashes, sets sight on playing in 2028 LA Olympics

IANS | September 14, 2026 6:26 PM

Malahide, Sep 14 (IANS) Senior Australia batter Steve Smith has raised doubts over his participation in next year's Ashes tour of England, revealing he is managing his Test career on a series-by-series basis while targeting to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.