Col Sofiya Qureshi remarks row: SC pulls up MP govt over delay in sanction to prosecute Vijay Shah

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:09 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Friday expressed displeasure over the delay by the Madhya Pradesh government in deciding on the grant of sanction to prosecute Tribal Affairs Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah in connection with his controversial remarks against Indian Army officer Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who had briefed the media during last year’s Operation Sindoor.

Nahid, Jatinder among ICC Men's Player of the Month nominees for April

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:07 PM

Dubai, May 8 (IANS) Bangladesh fast bowler Nahid Rana, Oman captain Jatinder Singh and left-arm seamer Ajay Kumar of the United Arab Emirates have been nominated for the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for April.

HC's relief to RS MP Rajinder Gupta-owned Trident Group in PPCB case

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:06 PM

Chandigarh, May 8 (IANS) In a relief to Rajya Sabha member Rajinder Gupta-owned Trident Group, the Punjab and Haryana High Court Friday granted interim relief to it, saying no coercive action should be taken against it by the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) without first granting it a reasonable opportunity of 30 days to rectify any minor defects or deficiencies.

IOS Sagar arrives in Chattogram to boost India-Bangladesh maritime cooperation

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:03 PM

Dhaka, May 8 (IANS) Underscoring the growing maritime partnership between India and Bangladesh, the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) Sagar reached Chattogram harbour in southeastern Bangladesh on Friday following a successful transit through the Bay of Bengal.

BJP leaders hail Governor’s move dissolving West Bengal Assembly

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:03 PM

Kolkata, May 8 (IANS) Political leaders from the BJP and its allies on Friday backed West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi’s decision to dissolve the Legislative Assembly, asserting that the move was in line with constitutional provisions after the expiry of the Assembly’s term and the electoral defeat of the Trinamool Congress government led by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

Google explores AI infrastructure, server and drone manufacturing investments In India: Ashwini Vaishnaw

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:03 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Alphabet-owned Google is exploring fresh investments in India focused on artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure and the local manufacturing of servers and drones, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday.

India targets big boost to MSME ties under 2026 BRICS Chairship

IANS | May 8, 2026 2:03 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS): As Chair of BRICS in 2026, India is spearheading a renewed agenda for MSME (micro, small and medium enterprises) cooperation under the BRICS Partnership on the New Industrial Revolution (PartNIR).

Jackie Shroff says 'if your spine stays strong till 90, it makes you a superhero’

IANS | May 8, 2026 1:54 PM

Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) Bollywood star Jackie Shroff who is all geared up for the release of his upcoming movie The Great Grand Superhero on 29th May, feels that if you are fit and active till a very senior age of life, you are already a superhero.

'Prince Yadav will make his India debut soon': Rayudu

IANS | May 8, 2026 1:49 PM

Lucknow, May 8 (IANS) Former India batter Ambati Rayudu believes Prince Yadav is not far away from making his international debut after the young pacer produced another impressive spell in Lucknow Super Giants’ thrilling nine-run win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Thursday.

Shreya Ghoshal says she has photographic memory, shares how it comes in handy during performances

Akshay Acharya | May 8, 2026 1:44 PM

Mumbai, May 8 (IANS) The 5-time National Award-winning playback singer Shreya Ghoshal, who recently released the live album of her All Hearts Tour, has spoken up on the art of visualisation in the craft of singing.