Pathirana clears fitness test, granted NOC from SLC to join KKR: Report

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) have received a big boost ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash against the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday, as pacer Matheesha Pathirana has reportedly cleared the fitness test and been granted the no-objection certificate from the Sri Lankan board to travel to India and link up with his team, KKR.

Science and tradition must go hand in hand for tribal empowerment: VP Radhakrishnan

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:21 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday inaugurated a conference titled 'Transformation of Tribal Lives through Science and Technological Interventions – Preserving Language, Faith and Culture' at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital.

China may exploit Middle East conflict to expand influence in Asia: Report

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:18 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The ongoing conflict in the Middle East could create strategic openings for China to expand its influence across Asia, particularly at a time when the United States is heavily "engaged in another theatre,’ according to a report.

IPL 2026: The monkey is off Samson’s back after this hundred, says Raina

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:16 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) Former India and Chennai Super Kings batter Suresh Raina believes Sanju Samson’s match-winning century against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026 has effectively removed the burden of expectation from the shoulders of the wicketkeeper-batter and silenced his critics.

IPL 2026: GT ask LSG to bat as both sides remain unchanged

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:15 PM

Lucknow, April 12 (IANS) Gujarat Titans (GT) won the toss and elected to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants in the 19th match of the tournament here at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.

Rajat Kapoor on how camaraderie with Ranvir Shorey, Vinay Pathak shapes their collaborations

Akshay Acharya | April 12, 2026 3:09 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) Actor-director Rajat Kapoor, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming streaming film ‘Everybody Loves Sohrab Handa’, has spoken up how his friendship with actor Ranvir Shorey and Vinay Pathak reflects in their work when they collaborate.

PM Modi captures bustling excitement at Siliguri rally, says 'BJP in hearts and minds of people'

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:08 PM

Siliguri, April 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video on Sunday from his rally in West Bengal's Siliguri, showcasing the large and enthusiastic crowd chanting "Modi Modi," cheering loudly, and waving BJP flags.

'Grateful to BCCI for bringing IPL to Guwahati,' says Assam Cricket Association

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:07 PM

Guwahati, April 12 (IANS) The Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for allocating three Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 matches, which were successfully organised at the Barsapara Stadium, terming it a big boost for cricket in the state.

A. R. Rahman, Vishal Dadlani, Salim Merchant mourn the demise of Asha Bhosle

IANS | April 12, 2026 3:04 PM

Mumbai, April 12 (IANS) The music fraternity is mourning the loss of the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai on Sunday.

South celebrities Jr NTR, Mohan Babu, Resul Pookutty, Vikram Prabhu pay glowing tributes to Asha Bhosle

IANS | April 12, 2026 2:59 PM

Chennai, April 12 (IANS) Several top celebrities from the Indian film industry including south stars Jr NTR, Mohan Babu and Vikram Prabhu and Oscar winner Resul Pookutty on Sunday paid glowing tributes to one of the country's finest singers Asha Bhosle, who passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday in Mumbai.