Bangladesh: Books written by leaders of terror groups Al Qaeda, IS being sold openly

IANS | September 21, 2026 9:08 PM

Dhaka, Sep 21 (IANS) Several books written by leaders of terrorist groups Al-Qaeda and Islamic State (IS) that advocate the killing of innocent civilians and destabilising governments are being openly sold in shops, online bookstores, as well as at the ongoing book fair in Bangladesh organised by the government-run Islamic Foundation, a report has stated.

Withdraw call for strike, govt urges employees of public sector banks

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:52 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The government on Monday appealed to employees of public sector banks and regional rural banks to call off their proposed 3-day strike from September 28 to 30 as it has already fulfilled one of their main demands by holding the Performance Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme in abeyance.

Tulsi Kumar on her latest track Raanjha Ve: Some feelings find their way into songs

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:44 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Singer Tulsi Kumar released her chill Afro-pop track ‘Raanjha Ve’ on Monday. Blending contemporary Afro-inspired grooves with an Indian melodic touch, the song explores separation, longing and the complicated process of letting go.

Dhoni part of decision making team to appoint Zaheer as head coach, says CSK MD Viswanathan

Niharika Raina | September 21, 2026 8:35 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The legendary MS Dhoni was actively involved in the decision to appoint former India pacer Zaheer Khan as the new head coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK), said the franchise’s managing director Kasi Viswanathan.

India poised to produce global consumer electronics champions: Nothing CEO

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:33 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) India is on track to produce its own global consumer electronics champions, Nothing CEO Carl Pei said on Monday, highlighting the country’s large smartphone market, young population, manufacturing base and growing need for home-grown research and development capabilities.

Indian HC in Cyprus joins Nicosia's clean-up campaign, marking Seva Pakhwada

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:31 PM

Nicosia, Sep 21 (IANS) The High Commission of India in Cyprus joined the Nicosia Municipality and the island's largest volunteering campaign for a clean-up drive at the city's historic centre, as Indian missions around the world continued to mark 'Seva Pakhwada'.

Puneet Issar reacts to Swara Bhasker's 'Ashamed as a Hindu' remark: Just because someone is funding you

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:23 PM

Mumbai, Sep 21 (IANS) Veteran actor Puneet Issar has reacted to actress Swara Bhaskar's 'I was ashamed as a Hindu' remark.

Pakistan: Imran Khan's sisters challenge detention orders in court, demand immediate release

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:23 PM

Islamabad, Sep 21 (IANS) A petition challenging the 30-day detention orders issued against Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan's three sisters was filed in the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Monday, requesting their immediate release, local media reported.

FTA sets stage for $20 billion investment from New Zealand to flow into India

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:14 PM

New Delhi, Sep 21 (IANS) The FTA with New Zealand, which kicks in on October 20, also sets the stage to facilitate the flow of $20 billion in investment into India, and this will benefit Indian agriculture, manufacturing, infrastructure and startups, the Commerce and Industry Ministry said on Monday.

Odisha T20 League: Bhubaneswar Tigers edge past Keonjhar Miners by seven runs in rain-hit clash

IANS | September 21, 2026 8:06 PM

Kataka, Sep 21 (IANS) Bhubaneswar Tigers registered a seven-run win over Keonjhar Miners via the DLS method in a rain-curtailed match of the Odisha T20 League – CM Trophy at the iconic Barabati Stadium in Kataka on Monday.