International community must move beyond rhetoric on Pakistan's persecution of minorities: Report

IANS | June 5, 2026 7:25 PM

Islamabad, June 5 (IANS) The United Nations (UN) has repeatedly expressed concern over the persecution of religious minorities in Pakistan. However, meaningful change in Pakistan remains elusive despite years of warnings, recommendations, and expressions of concern. The international organisations must move beyond cautious rhetoric as turning a blind eye to the suffering of religious minorities in Pakistan does not serve justice or the values that the international community claims to hold, a report has stated.

Tina Fey is experiencing ‘reverse puberty’ in her 50s

IANS | June 5, 2026 7:22 PM

Los Angeles, June 5 (IANS) Hollywood actress Tina Fey is embracing aging, and is getting candid about it. The actress, 56, revealed that she didn’t fully understand what it meant to age into her 50s until she actually did it.

PGA Tour: Rai and Bhatia are tied 33rd at Memorial

IANS | June 5, 2026 7:15 PM

Dublin (USA), June 5 (IANS) Indian-origin golfers, Aaron Rai, Akshay Bhatia and Sudarshan Yellamaraju, remained within striking distance after a demanding opening round at the Memorial Tournament, one of the PGA Tour’s premier Signature Events, while fellow Indian-American Sahith Theegala also stayed in contention despite a difficult start.

India, Greece reiterate commitment to fight against cross-border terrorism

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:59 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India and Greece on Friday reiterated their commitment to fight against cross-border terrorism during the Foreign Office Consultations held in New Delhi.

Southampton complete permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:57 PM

Southampton, June 5 (IANS) English football club Southampton have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich, with the Israel international putting pen to paper on a four-year contract after an impressive loan spell with the team.

T20 Mumbai League 2026: Dube, Sksena power ARCS Andheri to top spot with dominant win

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:56 PM

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) Star India all-rounder Shivam Dube inspired ARCS Andheri with a superb bowling effort before opener Divyaansh Sksena lit up the chase with a whirlwind unbeaten 88 off mere 39 balls as the side climbed to the summit of the T20 Mumbai League 2026 standings with a comprehensive nine-wicket win over Eagle Thane Strikers at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Friday.

Sharon Stone reveals why she received Father's Day cards from her kids

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:55 PM

Los Angeles, June 5 (IANS) Hollywood actress Sharon Stone has shared interesting details with regards to her parenting. The actress shared that she had a room in her house dedicated to "dad questions", where she switched parenting roles for her sons.

India's strong GDP growth reflects success of reforms: PM Modi

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:50 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that India's growth momentum remains strong and the Union government would leave no stone unturned to further 'ease of living', 'ease of doing business' and increase opportunities for the country's youth.

Putin receives Zelensky’s letter, open to dialogue with West: Kremlin

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:40 PM

Moscow, June 5 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin received and read an "open letter" from Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky overnight, Dmitry Peskov, the Russian President's Press Secretary has revealed, the country's leading Tass news agency reported.

India's forex reserves rebound, climbs $938 million to $682.32 billion

IANS | June 5, 2026 6:37 PM

Mumbai, June 5 (IANS) India's foreign exchange reserves rose by $938 million to $682.321 billion in the week ended May 28, reversing the decline recorded in the previous week, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday.