US Democrats push votes to end 'illegal war'

IANS | April 15, 2026 6:21 AM

Washington, April 15 (IANS) Senate Democrats escalated pressure on President Donald Trump over the conflict with Iran, announcing plans to force repeated votes to end what they called an “illegal war of choice”, as Republicans defended the administration’s strategy and actions.

IPL 2026: Captain Rahane fined Rs 12 lakh as KKR maintain poor over rate

IANS | April 15, 2026 1:29 AM

Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane has been fined Rs 12 lakh after his team maintained a slow over-rate during their match against Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday.

IPL 2026: A big knock is just around the corner, says Gaikwad on his slump as CSK secure second win

IANS | April 15, 2026 12:45 AM

Chennai, April 15 (IANS) Ruturaj Gaikwad expressed relief and growing confidence after Chennai Super Kings continued their winning momentum with a victory over Kolkata Knight Riders on Tuesday and addressed the concerns around his poor form, stating that he’s confident of bouncing back with ‘a big knock’ but is also happy that ‘other guys are covering up’ for him.

Sindarov wins 2026 Candidates with round to spare, to challenge Gukesh

IANS | April 14, 2026 11:55 PM

Pegeia (Cyprus), April 14 (IANS) Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov on Tuesday secured the top spot in the 2026 FIDE Candidates tournament with a round to spare, thus qualifying to challenge India's Gukesh Dommaraju in the World Championship Final Match later this year.

IPL 2026: Bowlers power CSK to convincing 32-run win over KKR

IANS | April 14, 2026 11:46 PM

Chennai, April 14 (IANS) A clinical bowling display led by Noor Ahmad and Anshul Kamboj complemented a strong batting performance as Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by 32 runs in their IPL 2026 clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, here on Tuesday.