Gold ETFs AUM triples to Rs 1.7 lakh crore in March amid geopolitical tensions

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:29 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Physical gold may have taken the lead, but the precious metal has also surged in the digital space, with gold exchange-traded funds (ETFs) emerging as a favourite among both retail and institutional investors as total assets under management (AUM) surged to Rs 1,71,468.4 crore in March 2026, nearly tripling on a year-on-year basis, a report showed on Wednesday.

Pandya presents Chhetri with MI jersey on his visit to training camp at Wankhede

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri made a special appearance at the Mumbai Indians training session at the iconic Wankhede Stadium. His presence added a lively energy to the session, with several MI players keen to interact with the veteran forward.

PM Modi inaugurates Bhairavaikya Mandir, hails India’s timeless civilisational heritage

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:26 PM

Mandya, April 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the Bhairavaikya Mandir at Sri Adichunchanagiri Mahasansthan Math in Srikshetra Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka's Mandya district and said that India remains a living civilisation with a continuous cultural legacy spanning thousands of years.

‘Krishnavataram’ trailer promises deep-dive into enchanting world of Lord Krishna embellished with grandeur

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:13 PM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Krishnavataram’ was unveiled on Wednesday. It was unveiled at the sacred Krishna Janmabhoomi. The unveiling extended across key sacred sites including Raman Reti Temple, Radha Rani Temple, Prem Mandir, and ISKCON Vrindavan, turning the launch into a multi-location devotional movement.

"BJP’s anti-women face exposed", Congress slams Centre over Women’s Reservation Bill, delimitation move

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:09 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Congress on Wednesday intensified its attack on the Centre over the Women’s Reservation Bill and the proposed delimitation exercise, accusing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of being “anti-women” and acting without adequate consultation on key constitutional changes.

Chhattisgarh Vedanta power plant blast death toll rises to 14

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:05 PM

Raipur/Sakti, April 15 (IANS) The death toll in the tragic boiler tube explosion at the Vedanta Power Plant in Singhanatarai village of Chhattisgarh's Sakti district has risen to 14, even as 20 labourers continue to battle for their lives in hospitals.

Pune to host first-ever Shooting League of Maharashtra from April 17

IANS | April 15, 2026 12:42 PM

Pune, April 15 (IANS) Pune will host the inaugural Shooting League of Maharashtra (SLM)from April 17–19 at the Chhatraguj Nurses School, Amanora Park. Organised by the Maharashtra Rifle Association (MRA), the league represents a key step in the structured rollout of the Shooting League of India (SLI) ecosystem at the state level.

'Inordinately delayed but we welcome it', Mayawati on women’s reservation bill

IANS | April 15, 2026 12:38 PM

Lucknow, April 15 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Wednesday came out in support of the Women’s Reservation Bill, paving way for their greater representation in legislative bodies and demanded stronger safeguards for those belonging to marginalised communities.

ISL: Sanchez's red card revoked, makes him available for Bengaluru FC vs East Bengal match

IANS | April 15, 2026 12:36 PM

Bengaluru, April 15 (IANS) Bengaluru FC's appeal against the suspension of Braian Sanchez was successful, which makes him available for the match against East Bengal on Thursday, the Indian Super League club said on Wednesday.

Siddaramaiah submits charter of demands to PM Modi, seeks Centre’s aid for key projects

IANS | April 15, 2026 12:32 PM

Bengaluru, April 15 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday submitted a detailed five-page memorandum to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, outlining a series of demands and seeking urgent intervention from the Union government on key development issues.