Ram Temple Trust reaffirms all artefacts are safe, denies any missing items: Key Takeaways

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:59 PM

Ayodhya, July 6 (IANS) The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust on Monday clarified that all religious and historical artefacts in its custody are safe and that all items are fully accounted for, dismissing reports and social media claims suggesting that sacred items were missing, and reaffirming that proper records are maintained and transparency is being upheld in the management of temple assets.

From Wayang Kulit to Bharatanatyam by Indonesian students, PM Modi lauds captivating cultural performances in Jakarta

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:59 PM

Jakarta, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appreciated the captivating cultural performances held during his arrival ceremony in Indonesia.

Adani Foundation joins Andhra Pradesh's P4 initiative to support livelihoods

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:54 PM

Kuppam (Andhra Pradesh), July 6 (IANS) The Adani Foundation on Monday partnered with the Andhra Pradesh government's flagship Public-Private-People Partnership (P4) initiative as a 'Margdarshi' (guide and enabling partner) to support economically vulnerable families, known as Bangaru Kutumbams, in Kuppam Mandal of the state's Chittoor district.

For Millie Bobby Brown, ‘everything' is about her daughter while choosing roles

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:36 PM

Los Angeles, July 6 (IANS) Hollywood actress Millie Bobby Brown has spoken up on how motherhood has impacted her career. The actress, 22, welcomed her first child with her husband, Jake Bongiovi, through adoption in the summer of 2025.

Dubey, Thakur, Ashok, Prabhsimran earn maiden India call-ups, Samson left out for T20Is against Zimbabwe

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:30 PM

New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey, wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh, seamers Yash Thakur and Ashok Sharma have earned their maiden call-ups to the Indian team for the T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting on July 23.

Rakul Preet Singh talks about her non-negotiable ritual during an outdoor shoot

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:28 PM

Mumbai, July 6 (IANS) Actress Rakul Preet Singh revealed her one non-negotiable ritual during outdoor shoots through her latest social media post.

Pakistan’s ‘hard-state doctrine’ deepening alienations across regions: Report

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:25 PM

Madrid, July 6 (IANS) Pakistani military’s 'hard-state doctrine' may create an illusion of control, but even by its own standards, it is increasingly failing. A doctrine farmed around discipline and security must ultimately be judged by whether it delivers lasting stability, a report has stated.

EAM Jaishankar, Bahrain counterpart discuss deepening bilateral cooperation

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:24 PM

Manama, July 6 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his counterpart from Bahrain, Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, in Manama on Monday, discussing bilateral ties and ongoing developments in the region.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Siddharth Akhil's unbeaten ton powers Coastal Kings to thrilling win over Hubli Tigers 

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:22 PM

Bengaluru, July 6 (IANS) Riding on an unbeaten century by Siddharth Akhil, the Coastal Kings Mangaluru scored an edge-of-the-seat three-wicket victory over the Hubli Tigers to keep their hopes of qualifying for the knockouts alive in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 tournament at the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Monday evening.

China’s missile test from nuclear sub sparks concerns from several nations

IANS | July 6, 2026 7:21 PM

Tokyo, July 6 (IANS) The Chinese Military on Monday said that a nuclear-powered submarine successfully test-fired a missile toward the Pacific, which triggered concerns from several nations in the region, Japanese media reported.