'Pace of wicket suits the way I play': Smith credits his 'home deck' for his 13th Ashes century

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:49 PM

Sydney, Jan 6 (IANS) Australia stand-in skipper Steve Smith reflected on his 37th Test hundred after posting a score of 129 not out at the end of Day 3, and credited his home venue, Sydney Cricket Ground, for becoming the second batter on the all-time list of Ashes Test runs with 3663, only behind the legendary Don Bradman (5028).

‘Will Trump kidnap our PM’: Congress leader stokes fresh row

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan on Tuesday stirred a hornet’s nest by insinuating a Venezuela-like operation in India and asking whether the US forces will conduct a similar operation to what they did to their incumbent President.

Kristen Stewart says she ‘would love’ to direct a ‘Twilight’ reboot

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:46 PM

Los Angeles, Jan 6 (IANS) Hollywood actress Kristen Stewart has shared that she “would love” to direct a reboot of ‘Twilight’, the 2008 vampire film that launched her career.

KIBG 2026: Rising kabaddi star Dadaso Pujari completes Khelo India circle in Diu

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:43 PM

Diu, Jan 6 (IANS) A product of the Khelo India ecosystem, Maharashtra’s rising kabaddi star Dadaso Shivaji Pujari has come full circle at the ongoing Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026 in Diu, returning to the platform that launched his journey to the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).

India-Ethiopia ties turn stronger after PM Modi’s Africa visit

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:43 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ethiopia in December 2025 was a major diplomatic event of the year, resulting in upgrading the relations between the two countries to a 'Strategic Partnership' and laying a concrete roadmap for a high priority engagement for the next decade.

India-Russia maritime cooperation to create new trade routes, boost shipbuilding

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Recent agreements for expanded maritime cooperation with Russia will increase the global maritime presence of India and will have a positive impact in areas including shipbuilding, Arctic‑capable maritime activities and new trade routes, a report has said.

Global HIV fund cut may strain prevention, treatment programmes in Pakistan

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:38 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The global HIV fund cut is significantly affecting HIV prevention and support services in Pakistan, and may also reverse years of progress, according to a media report.

‘India Energy Week 2026’ to focus on boosting energy security, catalysing investment

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:35 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said on Tuesday that the 'India Energy Week (IEW) 2026' will return to Goa from January 27–30, bringing together ministers from across the world, global CEOs, policymakers, financial institutions, academia and technology providers at a critical juncture for the global energy sector.

Telenor finally exits Pakistan, joins MNC exodus

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:28 PM

New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) Telenor Group has finally exit Pakistan, announcing the successful completion of the sale of Telenor Pakistan to Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), as the atmosphere to do business becomes extremely difficulty in the country.

Sanjay Kapoor says 'Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe' gave him the confidence to do character driven films

IANS | January 6, 2026 4:22 PM

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Actor Sanjay Kapoor decided to turn back the clock and reflect on the time when he tried his hand at a negative role for the first time in the 2002 release "Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe".