BCA president Harsh Vardhan congratulates Sooryavanshi on India selection

IANS | June 6, 2026 5:07 PM

Patna, June 6 (IANS) Congratulating Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on his selection to the Indian team, Bihar Cricket Association President Harsh Vardhan described it as a historic achievement for Bihar cricket. He said that Vaibhav's success reflects not only his individual talent and dedication but also the continuous growth of cricket in Bihar and the emergence of exceptional talent from the state.

Shreyas was a stand-out candidate with enough experience now, tough call on Surya, says Agarkar

IANS | June 6, 2026 5:03 PM

Mumbai, June 6 (IANS) India chief selector Ajit Agarkar said Shreyas Iyer was a stand‑out candidate with the experience to become the new men’s T20I skipper, while admitting it was a tough call to move on altogether from Suryakumar Yadav despite him leading the team to winning the World Cup three months ago.

T20 Mumbai Women's League: Sanika’s stunning fifty powers Aakash Tigers MWS to first win

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:57 PM

Mumbai, June 6 (IANS) Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs rode a rollicking half-century from Sanika Chalke to register their first win in the inaugural T20 Mumbai Women’s League with a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Thane Sky Risers at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Saturday.

Q1 FY27 growth may surpass RBI’s 6.6 pc estimate if momentum continues: Report

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:54 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) April and May high‑frequency indicators showed above‑average acceleration in growth and, if the trend continues in June, FY27 growth could surpass the Reserve Bank of India’s estimate of 6.6 per cent, a report said on Saturday.

Kochhar, Kartik in contention as Thai duo shares lead at IGPL Bharath Classic

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:52 PM

El Jadida, June 6 (IANS) Indian golfers Karandeep Kochhar and Kartik Singh remained firmly in contention at the Indian Golf Premier League's (IGPL) Bharath Classic after the second round, trailing the joint leaders by four shots in challenging windy conditions at the Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort.

Chinese President Xi has turned Tibet into 'crucible of authoritarian control': Report

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:48 PM

Brussels, June 6 (IANS) Chinese President Xi Jinping has been accused of weaponising legislation to extend repression beyond Tibet's borders. China's new Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, adopted in March this year and scheduled to come into force in July 2026, has drawn criticism from the UN experts, who warned that it risks "entrenching forced assimilation and encouraging transnational repression", a report has highlighted.

Govt calls claims of NEET-UG re-exam paper printing by FinMin 'fake'

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:43 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The government on Saturday dismissed media reports claiming that the Ministry of Finance’s secured printing press may be used to print question papers for the NEET-UG re-examination, calling the claims fake.

Govt prescribes standard pack sizes for edible oils to facilitate price comparison, boost transparency

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:36 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) The government on Saturday said it has amended the standard operating procedure for determination of net quantity and standard pack sizes of edible oils and fats under the Legal Metrology framework, towards enhancing consumer transparency and promoting fair trade practices.

Cheap Chinese products flood European markets, become major technological rival: Report

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:32 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) Cheap Chinese products have flooded the European markets, becoming a major technological rival for Europeans, who underestimated its capacity for innovation, according to a new report.

One-off Test: Test cap is a dream for every cricketer, it’s the best feeling of my life, says Manav Suthar

IANS | June 6, 2026 4:32 PM

New Delhi, June 6 (IANS) India’s newest red-ball debutant, Manav Suthar, expressed that words cannot fully capture how he felt on receiving his first Test cap. He described the moment as the ‘best feeling’ he has experienced so far while also stating that he was motivated while getting the cap from ‘a legend like Kuldeep Yadav.’