Congress slams India-US trade pact as 'imbalanced', flags risks to farmers

IANS | February 22, 2026 2:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) The Congress on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over the reported India–US trade understanding, with senior leaders alleging that the proposed arrangement is "one-sided", detrimental to farmers, and amounts to yielding under pressure rather than securing a balanced deal.

DCCI welcomes BCCI’s support framework for Blind Cricket

IANS | February 22, 2026 2:42 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) The Differently Abled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) has welcomed the recent decision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to introduce a structured support framework for the Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI), one of the founding members of DCCI, calling it a landmark step for inclusive growth in Indian cricket.

'Revered leaders cannot be above law': Maulana Rashidi demands strict action in Avimukteshwaranand case

IANS | February 22, 2026 2:41 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) All India Imam Organisation chief, Maulana Sajid Rashidi, on Sunday slammed Swami Avimukteshwaranand, saying the recent special court order for registering an FIR against him under the POCSO Act for alleged sexual abuse of minors exposes the shocking reality that revered religious leaders, often worshipped like gods, may hide a dark and criminal side.