PMMSY scheme gives booster shot to India’s fisheries sector  

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:59 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) has strengthened India’s fisheries sector with fish production increasing from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to a record 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25, while fisheries exports rose from Rs 46,663 crore in 2019–20 to Rs 73,890 crore in 2025–26, reflecting strong sectoral growth, according to a government factsheet released on Thursday.

'We’re going to achieve a lot together,' says Enzo Fernandez ahead of Manchester Derby

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) New Manchester City midfielder Enzo Fernandez is eager to make his mark in one of English football’s biggest fixtures when his side take on Manchester United in the Manchester Derby at Old Trafford on September 13.

Rights body condemns Pakistan's decision to repatriate Afghan medical students

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:55 PM

Islamabad, Sep 10 (IANS) The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has condemned Pakistan's decision to rusticate and repatriate Afghan students already enrolled in medical and dental colleges across the nation and ban new admissions, terming it a "humanitarian crisis" impacting people whose education, safety and future are at immediate risk.

TN CM Vijay's Assembly gesture sparks row; DMK, AIADMK claim 'lack of decorum'

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:52 PM

Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) Political tensions in Tamil Nadu have intensified following remarks by DMK president M.K. Stalin over Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay's alleged body-shaming gesture in the Assembly, as the Opposition parties slammed the TVK chief over his conduct in the House and the functioning of the state government.

INS Udaygiri visits Colombo to strengthen India-Sri Lanka maritime cooperation

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:42 PM

Colombo, Sep 10 (IANS) Indian Naval Ship (INS) Udaygiri arrived at Sri Lanka's Colombo for a three-day operational visit, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation between the two nations.

India plays a key role as BRICS shapes an inclusive global order

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:41 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) BRICS, which began as a boardroom acronym for four emerging markets, has grown into a geopolitical bloc spanning four continents as successive waves of membership pulled in oil states, African economies and Southeast Asian partners. At the centre of this expanding architecture sits India this year, chairing the grouping for a fourth time since its inception, according to an official factsheet on Thursday.

Kanwar Dhillon on his love for sports and fitness: ‘I’ve grown up being a sportsman all my life’

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:39 PM

Mumbai, Sep 10 (IANS) Actor Kanwar Dhillon, who is currently seen as the lead in “Udne Ki Aasha,” has opened up about his lifelong passion for sports and fitness.

EAM Jaishankar, Prince Rahim Aga Khan V discuss social development, heritage preservation efforts

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met Prince Rahim Aga Khan V, the 50th hereditary Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and Chair of the Aga Khan Development Network, in New Delhi on Thursday.

Finn Allen joins Melbourne Stars for BBL 16

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:37 PM

Melbourne, Sep 10 (IANS) Melbourne Stars have signed New Zealand power-hitter Finn Allen ahead of the 2026-27 Big Bash League season, with the 27-year-old set to add further firepower to an already strong batting line-up that includes Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis.

Vijay Sethupathi-starrer Baththa’s first single ‘Magale’ is a tribute to the bond between a dad and his daughter

IANS | September 10, 2026 1:35 PM

Chennai, Sep 10 (IANS) The makers of director Balaji Tharaneetharan's eagerly awaited Tamil film 'Baththa', featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Lijomol Jose in the lead, have now released the first single from the film, 'Magale', much to the delight of fans and film buffs.