Wipro Q4 profit slips 1.9 pc to Rs 3,501.8 crore; announces Rs 15,000 crore buyback

IANS | April 16, 2026 5:07 PM

Mumbai, April 16 (IANS) Wipro, a leading global end-to-end IT transformation, consulting and business process services provider, on Thursday reported a 1.89 per cent year-on-year (YoY) decline in its consolidated profit after tax to Rs 3,501.8 crore for the fourth quarter of FY26, compared to Rs 3,569.6 crore in the same period previous financial year (Q4 FY25).

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung set to undertake three-day India State Visit

IANS | April 16, 2026 5:06 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will travel to India for a State Visit from April 19-21 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Thursday.

IPL 2026: ‘Talented’ Kashvee Gautam can do really well for the team, says Harmanpreet

IANS | April 16, 2026 5:06 PM

Durban, April 16 (IANS) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur on Thursday backed young seam-bowling all-rounder Kashvee Gautam to make a significant impact in the upcoming five-match T20I series against South Africa, describing her as a talented player who can do really well for the team.

China’s subsea data centres pose ecological hazard: Report

IANS | April 16, 2026 5:03 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) US experts have red flagged the commercial underwater data centres that China has started setting up as an environmental hazard, due to the release of intense heat in the surrounding sea which is likely to adversely impact neighbouring countries such as Vietnam and the Philippines.

Finch lists IPL's best Australian players, crowns Watson at Number 1

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:58 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Former cricketer Aaron Finch has picked his all-time top five Australian cricketers who have played in the Indian Premier League (IPL), underlining the impact of overseas stars across the league’s 19 seasons.

PWL stars continue to shine on global stage after season 5 return

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:52 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS The successful return of the Professional Wrestling League (PWL) earlier this year continues to reflect strongly on the international stage, as several Indian and international wrestlers who featured in the blockbuster Season 5 have gone on to deliver impressive performances across major global competitions.

29 medals in 16 years, Madhya Pradesh's journey of becoming the heart of Indian Hockey

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:46 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Hockey Madhya Pradesh has proven to be a highly consistent participant at the Hockey India National Championships, earning 29 medals in various categories over the past 16 years. This success is supported by a strong grassroots foundation, with the Madhya Pradesh Hockey Academies in Bhopal and Gwalior.

Elsinho ruled out, Renthlei doubtful as Chennaiyin FC eye home win against Sporting Club Delhi

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:30 PM

Chennai, April 16 (IANS) Chennaiyin FC aim to convert their attacking potential into a full-scale performance when they host Sporting Club Delhi in the Indian Super League on Friday. Their goal is to turn promising moments in play into a positive result at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.

Women's Reservation Bill could be among century's greatest achievements: Sonal Mansingh

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:28 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Former Rajya Sabha MP Sonal Mansingh on Thursday expressed hope that all parties would come together to pass the Women's Reservation Bill after detailed deliberations, calling it a potential landmark reform that could redefine political representation in India.

Pakistan didn't possess diplomatic prowess to navigate deeply-contested US-Iran issues: Report

IANS | April 16, 2026 4:24 PM

Washington, April 16 (IANS) Pakistan should focus on securing its own peace before projecting itself as an arbiter of it on the international stage, a report highlighted on Thursday citing the recent failed Islamabad talks between Iran and the United States.