Renewable energy, grid modernisation among key areas for India-Africa cooperation: Manohar Lal

IANS | March 21, 2026 2:10 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) India and Africa, representing nearly one-third of the global population, share common aspirations for inclusive, equitable, and future-ready development, Power Minister Manohar Lal said on Saturday, adding that renewable energy, grid modernisation, energy storage and flexibility, and institutional capacity are the key areas for India-Africa cooperation.

'It's a one-on-one issue': Sivaramakrishnan distances BCCI, Jay Shah from commentary exit row

IANS | March 21, 2026 1:44 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Former Indian cricketer Laxman Sivaramakrishnan has clarified that neither the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) nor current International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah played any role in his decision to step away from commentary duties ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, stating that his concerns were limited to an issue with a specific individual within the system.