IOC proposes major reform of Olympic program, host election process

IANS | June 11, 2026 9:24 AM

Geneva, June 11 (IANS) The International Olympic Committee's Executive Board has proposed sweeping reforms to both the Olympic Games program review process and the Olympic host election framework, aiming to improve transparency, sustainability, cost management and athlete-centered decision-making.

Centre removes excise duty on petrol with up to 30 pc ethanol blending

IANS | June 11, 2026 9:23 AM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The government has exempted petrol blended with higher levels of ethanol from excise duty, including fuel variants containing 22 per cent, 25 per cent, 27 per cent and 30 per cent ethanol, according to a notification issued by the Ministry of Finance on Thursday.

Trump says upcoming FIFA World Cup will be 'most successful ever'

IANS | June 11, 2026 9:09 AM

Washington, June 11 (IANS) President Donald Trump has predicted that the upcoming FIFA World Cup would be the most successful in the tournament's history, citing unprecedented ticket demand and strong global interest ahead of the competition's opening matches.

Amitabh Bachchan talks about binge-watching serials

IANS | June 11, 2026 9:01 AM

Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has spoken about the hold television serials can have over viewers. He went on to muse that engrossing narratives often compel audiences to invest emotionally in their favourite characters.