New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) After senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar welcomed the Congress Working Committee's (CWC) resolution on 'Vande Mataram', Union Minister Giriraj Singh called the former, a "puppet" and "parrot" of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.
Dubai, Aug 20 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) appeals panel on Thursday rescinded the demerit point imposed on Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium after reviewing an appeal against the 'Unsatisfactory' rating given to the venue’s pitch during the third ODI between Pakistan and Australia in June.
Hyderabad, Aug 20 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday hit back at the Congress over its claim that the Central government was on the "back foot" over the ongoing concerns of students, particularly those related to examination paper leaks and student protests.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) India batting all-rounder Riyan Parag has opened up about his deep passion for English Premier League giants Manchester United, revealing that the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo was the biggest influence behind his love for the club.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) India’s Electric Passenger Vehicle (EPV) market surged an impressive 102 per cent year-on-year (YoY) in Q2 2026, significantly outpacing the broader passenger vehicle market’s 26 per cent growth, a report said on Thursday.
London, Aug 20 (IANS) The Premier League returns for the 2026/27 season with Arsenal beginning their title defence, three clubs returning to the top flight and another campaign bringing together some of the world’s best players, managers and clubs.
Mumbai, Aug 20 (IANS) Actor and narrator Vijay Vikram Singh has said that it is “very difficult” to imagine Bigg Boss without Salman Khan, given the superstar’s long-standing association with the reality show.
New Delhi, Aug 20 (IANS) Badminton World Federation (BWF) secretary Thomas Lund brushed aside the plans to introduce a prize money system for the BWF World Championships, stating that the focus instead lies on "broadcast, broader aspects and helping players generate investment on their own".
Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Aug 20 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Thursday urged the Centre to ensure a fair share of funds and resources for Karnataka and other southern states, asserting that a stronger South India would make the whole country stronger.
Galle, Aug 20 (IANS) Veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has expressed deep gratitude for his ongoing decade-plus stint with the Indian team, adding that sustaining a long career at the highest level requires immense hard work and perseverance.
