‘Massive achievement, youngsters will take the game seriously,’ says BCCI Secy Devajit Saikia on J&K’s Ranji Trophy triumph

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:42 PM

Hubballi (Karnataka), Feb 28 (IANS) BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia described Jammu and Kashmir’s maiden Ranji Trophy triumph as a 'watershed moment' for Indian cricket, saying the historic title would inspire a new generation of cricketers from the region and validate years of sustained effort by administrators and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Govt directs airlines to follow route restrictions amid Middle East war

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The Ministry of Civil Aviation has directed all Indian airlines operating international services to continuously monitor airspace advisories, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), and route restrictions issued by the concerned authorities to ensure passenger safety in the wake of the massive military operation launched by the US and Israel against Iran on Saturday.

India's jewellery market projected to reach $130–150 billion by 2030

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:34 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The domestic jewellery market, currently valued at approximately $85–90 billion, is projected to expand to $130–150 billion by 2030, driven by wedding demand, premiumisation, organised retail expansion, and rising consumer confidence, it was announced on Saturday.

Industry hails ‘historic’ Micron chip plant inauguration in India

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) The India Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) on Saturday congratulated the government and US-based Micron Technology on the historic inauguration of state-of-the-art ATMP (assembly, testing, marking and packaging) facility in Sanand, Gujarat, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

EU calls for restraint amid escalating tensions in Middle East

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:21 PM

Brussels, Feb 28 (IANS) The European Union on Saturday expressed serious concerns over the latest developments in Iran, while reaffirming its steadfast commitment to safeguarding regional security and stability. The EU stated that it remains in close contact with the partners in the region.

Russia condemns 'unprovoked' US-Israel attack on Iran

IANS | February 28, 2026 6:06 PM

Moscow, Feb 28 (IANS) Russia on Saturday condemned the "unprovoked' armed attack by the United States and Israel on Iran, asserting the urgent need to return the situation to a political and diplomatic resolution.