China trying to put entire western Pacific into its sphere of influence: Report

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:52 PM

Taipei, Oct 19 (IANS) China wants to break away from the US-centered international system and establish a separate regional order in Asia anchored in Beijing with its activities in the Pacific suggesting that it means to bring the western half of the ocean under its hegemony, a report highlighted citing a Japanese specialist on China’s maritime policy.

Waaree Renewable Technologies Q2 profit falls over 29 pc

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:46 PM

Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Waaree Renewable Technologies Limited on Monday reported a more than 29 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in consolidated net profit for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2 FY27), as a sharp increase in expenses weighed on profitability despite strong revenue growth.

Dipika Kakkar reveals Shoaib Ibrahim motivated her as she was nervous before their music video

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:44 PM

Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Amidst her ongoing health struggles, actress Dipika Kakar recently returned in front of the camera as she collaborated with her husband Shoaib Ibrahim for a music video titled 'Mehndi Se Likhde Mera Naam'. 

WPL 2027: Dunkley, Molineux at highest base price as 146 players enter auction

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) England batter Sophia Dunkley and Australia captain Sophie Molineux have registered themselves at the highest base price of Rs 50 lakh for the player auction for the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2027 to be held in Kochi on October 28.

President Murmu extends greetings on the eve of Vijayadashami

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:24 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Monday extended greetings to fellow citizens on the eve of Vijayadashami and called for a united resolve to build an inclusive society and a Viksit Bharat.

‘We can go all the way’: Haryana Hurricanes owner Rathi backs VCL title bid

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:21 PM

Noida, Oct 19 (IANS) Haryana Hurricanes owner Naveen Rathi is confident that his team can go all the way and win the Volleyball Champions League (VCL) trophy after making it to the semifinals of the tournament.

Embassy advises Indian nationals in Italy to exercise caution amid protests and demonstrations

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:19 PM

Rome, Oct 19 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Italy on Monday issued an advisory for Indian nationals in the country, urging them to exercise caution and avoid crowded areas amid ongoing protests and demonstrations,

Mahhi Vij blushes, says she's ‘not open to all’ about dating post separation from Jay Bhanushali

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:17 PM

Mumbai, October 19 (IANS) Actress Mahhi Vij was seen blushing as fellow Bigg Boss 20 contestant Qazi Touqeer playfully questioned her about her love life and whether someone could approach her.

Age shouldn't matter if you're good enough, says Kartik on Bhuvneshwar's recall

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:13 PM

New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Former Indian left-arm spinner Murali Kartik on Monday welcomed Bhuvneshwar Kumar's recall to the national T20I side, saying age should never be a barrier to selection as long as a player is good enough and not a liability on the field.

Sobha Q2 profit slumps 55 pc, revenue declines 31 pc

IANS | October 19, 2026 7:06 PM

Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Realty developer Sobha Limited on Monday reported a sharp decline in earnings for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY27), with net profit falling nearly 55 per cent year-on-year amid lower revenue.