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.

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.