NIA court convicts, sentences three in Punjab terror conspiracy case

IANS | June 5, 2026 2:07 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) A special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court has convicted and sentenced three accused in a 2018 terror conspiracy case linked with the banned Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH) terrorist organisation, involving the seizure of weapons and explosive materials from an educational institute hostel room in Punjab's Jalandhar, central agency officials said.

India, Zimbabwe agree to enhance bilateral defence ties

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:47 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India and Zimbabwe agreed to enhance bilateral defence ties by expanding existing cooperation in areas such as training, support and maintenance of common air assets, the Ministry of Defence said.

India favourites in Asian U18 hockey clash, says Pakistan hockey team official ahead of semis clash

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:13 AM

Lahore, June 5 (IANS) As the Under-18 teams of India and Pakistan get ready to face off in the semifinals of the Asia Cup Under-18 tournament in Japan on Friday, a Pakistan team official has tipped India as the favourite to win the match, saying the rival camp has superior preparation and facilities.

Putin says putting pressure on PM Modi is 'detrimental' to international relations

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:07 AM

Moscow, June 5 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that putting pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "detrimental to international relations and bilateral ties".

French Open: Maja Chwalinska stuns Shnaider, becomes first qualifier to reach final in Paris

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:06 AM

Paris, June 4 (IANS) World No.114 Maja Chwalinska made history in the French Open on Thursday, beating Diana Shnaider in straight sets to move into Saturday’s women’s final, becoming the first qualifier to reach the women's singles summit clash at Stade Roland Garros in Paris.

Jennifer Aniston makes rare comment on ex-husband Brad Pitt 2 decade after divorce

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:04 AM

Los Angeles, June 5 (IANS) Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston has spoken up about her ex-husband Brad Pitt 20 years after they parted ways.

Sadie Sink comes onboard for ‘The Marriage Plot’ adaptation

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:04 AM

Los Angeles, June 5 (IANS) Hollywood actress Sadie Sink, who is known for her work in the fan-favourite streaming series ‘Stranger Things’, has been signed for the upcoming series ‘The Marriage Plot’.

Bengal T20 League: Champions, challengers and new rivalries ready to collide in 2026 edition

IANS | June 4, 2026 11:50 PM

Kolkata, June 4 (IANS) The Bengal T20 League makes its eagerly awaited third return, featuring top cricket talent from across the state for another summer of exciting T20 matches. With 8 men's teams and 8 women's teams, the tournament will deliver a month of intense games, rising stars, and strong regional rivalries. Scheduled from June 5 to 21, 2026, teams from all over Bengal will vie for the league championship.

India, UK share Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: MEA

IANS | June 4, 2026 11:44 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday said in a statement that India and the United Kingdom share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, released amid the visit of the United Kingdom's Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs.

T20 Mumbai League: Shreyas Iyer credits fielding for Mumbai Falcons' victory over MSC Maratha Royals

IANS | June 4, 2026 11:39 PM

Mumbai, June 4 (IANS) SOBO Mumbai Falcons' star player Shreyas Iyer on Thursday gave credit to their fielding and the comeback with the ball after the Power-play, which helped them register their first victory of the T20 Mumbai League 2026, overcoming MSC Maratha Royals by three wickets in a contest that swung dramatically before being settled in the final over at the Wankhede Stadium on Thursday.