Wins over Germany, Netherlands 'solid stepping stone' for WC and Asiad: Fulton

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:09 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) As the Indian men's hockey team registered confidence-boosting victories over the reigning world champions Germany and the 2024 Paris Olympics gold medallists the Netherlands at the FIH Pro League, head coach Craig Fulton stated such wins built a solid stepping stone for the team heading into the FIH World Cup and Asian Games.

Salman Khan Films denies CBFC trouble for ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’, issues clarification

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:06 PM

Mumbai, July 4 (IANS) Salman Khan’s production house SKF has dismissed reports claiming that ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’ has run into issues with the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).

France must avoid falling into 'tenacious' Paraguay's trap: Pires

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:51 PM

Philadelphia, July 4 (IANS) As France prepare to face Paraguay in the round of 16 match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, former French midfielder and winger Robert Pires suggested that France must avoid falling into the trap set by "tenacious and aggressive" Paraguay, who are coming off their stunning elimination of four-time champions Germany.

Uyghur groups call for global action against China ahead of Urumqi Massacre anniversary

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:49 PM

Washington, July 4 (IANS) Several Uyghur advocacy groups have urged the international community to press Beijing to reveal the fate of those killed, disappeared, or imprisoned during the “2009 Urumchi Massacre” by Chinese forces in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of China, ahead of its 17th anniversary on July 5.

'Cape Verde proved they're a great team': Scaloni after FIFA WC thriller

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:45 PM

Miami, July 4 (IANS) Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni heaped praise on debutants Cape Verde after they pushed the defending champions all the way to extra time in the round of 32 thriller at the Miami Stadium on Saturday. However, Lionel Messi's side came away victorious with a 3-2 victory in their first knockout match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) In one of the most significant actions taken in recent years against cross-border terrorism, the Central government has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

Samantha Ruth Prabhu joins hands with Sony LIV for a new collaboration after announcing pregnancy

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:16 PM

Mumbai, July 4 (IANS) Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has joined hands with Sony LIV for a new collaboration, shortly after announcing her pregnancy.

After electoral rout in Gujarat, another tough test awaits Cong, AAP in Manjalpur bypoll

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:11 PM

Vadodara, July 4 (IANS) The announcement of the Manjalpur Assembly bye-election has set the stage for the first major electoral contest in Gujarat since the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s sweeping performance in the state's local body elections, with recent electoral trends placing the ruling party in a strong position to retain the Vadodara seat while the Congress prepares to challenge it and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is yet to decide whether to enter the fray.

Gold posts 1st weekly gain since May as US Fed rate hike fears ease

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:10 PM

Mumbai, July 4 (IANS) Gold recorded its first weekly gain since May as trader expectations for further US Federal Reserve rate hikes moderated, pushing bullion prices around 3.1 per cent for the week.

Smriti Irani & OG team of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reunite as show turns 26

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:05 PM

Mumbai, July 4 (IANS) The nostalgia surrounding one of Indian television's most iconic daily soaps, 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', continued as cast of the first season of the show reunited to celebrate the show's 26th anniversary, on July 3.