Senior National Boxing: Jadumani Singh, Pawan Bartwal set up final clash with easy semifinal victories

IANS | January 9, 2026 8:05 PM

New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) Boxing World Cup Finals silver medallist Jadumani Singh dominated the 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medallist Amit Panghal in the semifinals of the men's 50-55kg category to set up a mouth-watering summit clash against Pawan Bartwal in the Elite Men and Women National Boxing Championships with easy wins at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, on Friday.

Somnath Temple emerges as centre of women empowerment, over 350 female staff employed by Trust

IANS | January 9, 2026 8:04 PM

Gandhinagar, Jan 9 (IANS) Somnath Temple, a vibrant centre of India's cultural heritage and spiritual consciousness, is known the world over as a centre of faith and devotion. However, this sacred shrine is not just limited to worship and darshan alone, today, it has emerged as a powerful centre for women's empowerment.

WPL 2026: Everything feels positive, DC are raring to go, says head coach Batty

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:52 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Delhi Capitals (DC) head coach Jonathan Batty said his side are ‘raring to go’ and everything feels positive in their build-up to open their 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium on Saturday.

Shraddha Kapoor jokes about ‘blocking’ those who don’t like 'dhoop', shares sun-kissed photos

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:49 PM

Mumbai Jan 9 (IANS) Actress Shraddha Kapoor recently shared sun-kissed pictures of herself on her social media, further joking that those who don't like the sunlight would be 'blocked.'

WPL 2026: It’s been really fun and I’m just excited for the first game, says Lauren Bell

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:47 PM

Navi Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) England pacer Lauren Bell said the build-up to 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) after joining 2024 winners Royal Challengers Bengaluru has been a lot of fun, adding that she’s just excited to turn out in the first game against Mumbai Indians at the DY Patil Stadium.

Men's HIL: Soorma Hockey Club beat Hyderabad Toofans 1-1 (3-1 SO)

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:45 PM

Chennai, Jan 9 (IANS) Soorma Hockey Club registered a thrilling 3-1 shootout victory against Hyderabad Toofans after a 1-1 draw in regulation time in the Men’s Hockey India League (HIL) 2025-26 at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium in Chennai on Friday. Captain Harmanpreet Singh (20') scored the goal for Soorma Hockey Club, and Amandeep Lakra (46') was the goalscorer for Hyderabad Toofans.

Harassment of women dog feeders to be dealt under criminal law: SC

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:41 PM

New Delhi, Jan 9 (IANS) the Supreme Court, continuing its hearing in the suo motu case on stray dog management in public spaces, on Friday made it clear that allegations of harassment, assault, or use of derogatory language against women feeding dogs constitute criminal offences, and such issues must be addressed under the penal law and not before the apex court in individual cases.

Censor Board clears Naveen Polishetty-starrer 'Anaganaga Oka Raju' for release with U/A certificate

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:37 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 9 (IANS) The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has cleared director Maari's upcoming rom com, 'Anaganaga Oka Raju', featuring actors Naveen Polishetty and Meenakshi Chaudhary in the lead, for release with a U/A certificate.

Pieterson bids for Andy Flower to replace McCullum as England head coach

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:18 PM

London, Jan 9 (IANS) Following England’s 4-1 Ashes series defeat against Australia, Kevin Pietersen has called for changes in the national coaching setup and backed former head coach Andy Flower as a potential successor to Brendon McCullum.

Sohail Khan shares a frame with three generations of the Khan family, says 'living a dream'

IANS | January 9, 2026 7:16 PM

Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Actor Sohail Khan, on Friday, shared a beautiful picture of three generations of the Khan family featuring his father, legendary Salim Khan, himself and his son Nirvan Khan.