Indian community celebrates Independence Day in Hong Kong

IANS | August 15, 2026 12:14 AM

Hong Kong, Aug 15 (IANS) The Indian Association in Hong Kong has organised a gala evening reception to celebrate the 80th Independence Day, which was attended by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and India's Consul General Rajesh Naik.

Inter Miami seeks privacy as Lionel Messi trains for MLS matches

IANS | August 14, 2026 11:49 PM

Miami, Aug 14 (IANS) Inter Miami officials have appealed to fans and media to give time to their Argentine legend Lionel Messi as he recovers following the passing of his father, Jorge Messi, and gets ready for upcoming action in Major League Soccer (MLS).

Football: Coach Terzic targets European return with Athletic Club

IANS | August 14, 2026 10:45 PM

Madrid, Aug 14 (IANS) Edin Terzic, the New coach of Athletic Bilbao, has backed his side to challenge for European qualification in the upcoming La Liga season. The former Borussia Dortmund coach took charge of the Basque club this summer after Ernesto Valverde stepped down following the fourth season of his third spell in charge.