PM Modi’s Somnath visit a major moment for Sanatan Dharma, says Vadodara historian

IANS | May 8, 2026 5:10 PM

Vadodara/Gir Somnath, May 8 (IANS) Vadodara-based historian and conservation specialist Chandrashekhar Patil on Friday described Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to the Somnath Temple on May 11 as an important moment for Sanatan Dharma, saying "the temple continues to represent Indian self-confidence, cultural revival and faith despite centuries of invasions".

Swiggy's FY26 net loss rises 33 pc to Rs 4,154 crore

IANS | May 8, 2026 5:04 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Quick commerce services provider Swiggy on Friday reported that its FY26 full financial year loss widened to Rs 4,154 crore compared to Rs 3,117 crore in the previous fiscal.

Islamic terrorism unleashed by Pakistan not merely regional issue but global threat: Report

IANS | May 8, 2026 5:01 PM

Islamabad, May 8 (IANS) Pakistan's role in fostering terrorism has, for decades, fuelled instability in the wider South Asian region. At the same time, preserving regional stability remains essential for US strategic interests given South Asia’s proximity to Afghanistan and China, a report has stated.

AFC U17 Asian Cup: India women rout Lebanon 4-0 to keep QF hopes alive

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:59 PM

Suzhou (China), May 8 (IANS) India kept their quarter-final hopes alive with a 4-0 win against Lebanon in Group B of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2026 here at the Suzhou Taihu Football Sports Centre on Friday.

Nigeria seeks textile revival, industrial partnership in high-level talks with India

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:59 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) A high-level Nigeria–India Textile Business-to-Business (B2B) engagement and policy roundtable recently took place in Abuja city, aimed at a structured revival of the country’s textile industry and industrial partnership with India, a new report has said.

ICC education programme boosts global cricket growth ahead of LA Olympics 2028

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:56 PM

Dubai, May 8 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) Training and Education (T&E) Programme is continuing to strengthen cricket development around the world, with more than 63,000 registered users completing over 43,000 courses in the last five years.

India and Singapore renew commitment to strengthen multilateral cooperation in countering terrorism

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:56 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Emphasising that confronting terrorism requires concerted action in a sustained and comprehensive manner, India and Singapore have renewed their commitment to strengthen multilateral cooperation in the field of countering terrorism, including in the UN, ASEAN, Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and other multilateral platforms.

DMK seeks separate seating in Lok Sabha after parting of ways with Congress

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:55 PM

Chennai, May 8 (IANS) The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has formally sought a separate seating arrangement for its Members of Parliament in the Lok Sabha following the collapse of its alliance with the Congress in the aftermath of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

IPL 2026: BCCI finally reacting to IPL’s core principles, says founder Lalit Modi

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Indian Premier League (IPL) founder Lalit Modi has welcomed the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) decision to introduce stricter regulations for IPL players, calling it a step in the “right direction” to safeguard the integrity of the league.

‘Aakhri Sawal’ trailer touches upon alleged involvement of RSS in country’s most controversial events

IANS | May 8, 2026 4:31 PM

Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) The trailer of the upcoming film ‘Aakhri Sawal’ was unveiled on Friday. The trailer digs deep into the alleged conspiracies and unanswered questions. It is bold, fearless, direct, and opens the door to an intense debate that promises to bring unheard perspectives before the audience.