Skilled professionals leaving Pakistan in record numbers in search of stability, dignity and opportunity

IANS | January 7, 2026 7:21 PM

Islamabad, Jan 7 (IANS) Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir's statement of describing Pakistanis living abroad as a source of “brain gain” instead of “brain drain" was intended to demonstrate confidence, resilience and strategic foresight. However, fresh emigration data showcases a sobering picture of a nation that is losing its most valuable resource - skilled human capital.

SAI organises sports science workshop for combat sports coaches

IANS | January 7, 2026 7:12 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) The Sports Authority of India (SAI) on Wednesday launched a four-day Sports Sciences Workshop for combat sports coaches at its Sports Science Division in New Delhi.

Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026: Registrations cross 4 crore, PM Modi invites #ExamWarriors

IANS | January 7, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday underlined the importance of staying calm and confident during examinations as registrations for Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2026 crossed the 4-crore mark, with four days still remaining before the application window closes on January 11.

MP: Rural women get employment at school kitchens in Damoh courtesy PM POSHAN scheme

IANS | January 7, 2026 7:08 PM

Bhopal, Jan 7 (IANS) PM POSHAN, a central government scheme running under the Ministry of Education, was launched with an objective to provide hot cooked meals to the children studying in government as well as government-aided schools across the country, aiming to cover all eligible children pertaining to the lower strata.

IND vs NZ: Shubman Gill and New Zealand team arrives in Vadodara ahead of 1st ODI

IANS | January 7, 2026 7:02 PM

Vadodara, Jan 7 (IANS) Indian ODI captain Shubman Gill landed at Vadodara Airport on Wednesday ahead of the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand, scheduled to begin on January 11. The arrival created a buzz in the city as along with the Indian skipper, the New Zealand team also reached the town on the same day.

Arrest of top ISIS terrorist reignites concerns over Pakistan's link to terror groups: Report

IANS | January 7, 2026 6:56 PM

Washington, Jan 7 (IANS) The recent arrest of a senior official of an ISIS affiliate organisation, Mehmet Goren, has reignited accusations against Pakistan for providing safe havens to terrorist groups. Goren, also known by his code name 'Yahya', was captured by Turkey’s National Intelligence Organisation in a covert operation near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border in December last year. He was accused of planning suicide attacks and facilitating the operations of Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISIS-K).

Tarique Rahman’s return doesn’t represent renewal or reform, may widen political polarisation: Sheikh Hasina (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | January 7, 2026 6:44 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader Tarique Rahman’s return to Dhaka after a 17-year exile does not represent renewal or reform for Bangladesh; rather it may widen the political polarisation, deposed Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina told IANS in an exclusive interaction on Wednesday.

Senior Boxing National: Nikhat Zareen, Pawan Bartwal, Sumit register dominant wins to reach quarters

IANS | January 7, 2026 6:43 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen, World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 gold medallist Pawan Bartwal and Sumit dominated their respective opponents, while most other top players registered comfortable wins to reach the quarterfinals of their respective weight categories in the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships with easy wins at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida on Wednesday.

Piyush Goyal holds talks with Liechtenstein minister on cementing economic ties

IANS | January 7, 2026 6:37 PM

New Delhi, Jan 7 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Ministry Piyush Goyal on Wednesday held a meeting with Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Liechtenstein, on strengthening economic ties between the two countries.

Foundations of India-Bangladesh relationship strong enough to endure this difficult period: Former PM Hasina

IANS | January 7, 2026 6:36 PM

Dhaka, Dec 7 (IANS) Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India for their "support and humanity', former Bangladesh Prime Minister and President of the Bangladesh Awami League, Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday said that New Delhi is right to continue upholding the importance of democratic principles, minority protection, and regional stability in Dhaka.