Business leaders make up 70 per cent of BNP-led cabinet in Bangladesh

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:31 PM

Dhaka, Feb 22 (IANS) As the Tarique Rahman led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) assumed power in Bangladesh following its decisive victory in the 13th Parliamentary elections, business leaders account for 70 per cent of the newly formed cabinet, with 35 out of 50 ministers and state ministers listing business as their profession, local media reported citing affidavits submitted to the Election Commission (EC).

PM Modi urges students to stay confident during exams in ‘Mann Ki Baat’

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:26 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed students appearing for examinations during his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat' on Sunday, urging them to remain confident, not let stress overshadow their preparation, and to trust their abilities while focusing on their efforts rather than marks.

ECI’s roundtable conference on Tuesday to deliberate on strengthening electoral processes

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:23 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) In a one-of-its-kind initiative, the Election Commission of India (ECI) will hold a national roundtable conference on Tuesday to deliberate and discuss measures on strengthening the electoral processes while stepping up “synergy” between various wings of the poll body, including the State Election Commissioners (SECs).

PM Modi flags off Meerut Metro, Namo Bharat Train in UP's Shatabdi Nagar station

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:16 PM

Meerut, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Meerut Metro and the Namo Bharat train at Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station on Sunday, giving a major boost to the government's efforts to transform regional connectivity and urban mobility in the National Capital Region (NCR).

'Spirit of patriotism was deeply embedded within her', PM Modi pays tributes to Jayalalithaa in Mann Ki Baat

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:15 PM

Chennai, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa as a “widely admired and beloved leader”, recalling her administrative legacy and their personal friendship during the 131st episode of his monthly radio programme, 'Mann Ki Baat'.

India, Brazil sign MoU to boost postal cooperation, focus on digital transformation

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:10 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) India and Brazil have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost cooperation in the postal sector, marking a new step in strengthening ties between the two countries, Ministry of Communications said on Sunday.

PM Modi congratulates Institute of Actuaries of India for 25th global conference

IANS | February 22, 2026 1:00 PM

New Delhi, Feb 22 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations and best wishes to the Institute of Actuaries of India on the occasion of the 25th Global Conference of Actuaries, describing the milestone as a reflection of the organisation’s sustained commitment to strengthening the actuarial profession in the country.

Clear breach of international law, Islamic values: Kabul condemns Pak strikes

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:57 PM

Kabul, Feb 22 (IANS) Afghanistan's Ministry of National Defence on Sunday accused the Pakistani military regime of carrying out deadly airstrikes in various residential areas of the Nangarhar and Paktika provinces, resulting in the death of several civilians.

We both have same goal of winning Super 8 clash: 'Calm and professional' Morkel brothers ready for India vs SA encounter

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:53 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 22 (IANS) India's first Super 8s match in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2026 against South Africa at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday will be more than just a rematch of the historic 2024 T20 WC Final. It will also see an unusual family face-off outside the 22-yard line, where Albie and Morne Morkel, former South Africa teammates and brothers, will find themselves in opposite camps.

'A historic gift for Western UP', locals hail Namo Bharat corridor and Meerut metro

IANS | February 22, 2026 12:47 PM

Meerut, Feb 22 (IANS) A large number of people gathered in Meerut on Sunday, ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public rally, where he is set to inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth around ₹12,930 crore to the nation. The Prime Minister will also address a public meeting later in the day.