Beijing seminar reflects China’s push to reinterpret Islam along party lines: Report

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:34 PM

Rome, July 1 (IANS) A recent seminar in Beijing underscored the evolution of China's Sinicisation of Islam — a campaign which requires religious groups to align their doctrines, customs and moral values with Chinese culture. Increasingly, the initiative has shifted beyond cultural adaptation to become a political programme that expects religious leaders to internalise and promote Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) doctrine, according to a latest report.

Turkey’s support for Pakistan during 1971 remains contentious issue in Bangladesh: Report

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:31 PM

Dhaka, July 1 (IANS) As Dhaka and Ankara deepen their engagement, questions have also emerged over Turkey’s posture towards Bangladesh's 2026 political landscape. While Turkey has outwardly maintained contacts across the political spectrum in Bangladesh, some observers argue that Ankara’s public statements and diplomatic outreach have been perceived as favoring Islamist political groups, particularly Jamaat-e-Islami, a report has stated.

Women’s T20 WC: Have beaten England twice in knockouts, not foreign territory for us, says Wolvaardt

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:28 PM

London, July 1 (IANS) South Africa captain Laura Wolvaardt said the side head into their Women’s T20 World Cup semi‑final against England, to be played in front of a packed crowd at The Oval on Thursday, buoyed by past knockout wins over the hosts, as they chase a third successive final appearance.

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Bengaluru Blasters edge Hubli Tigers by two runs to strengthen playoff push

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:24 PM

Hubballi, July 1 (IANS) Rohan Patil and Praveen Dubey struck half-centuries while Nischith Rao bagged three wickets as Bengaluru Blasters withstood a spirited fightback from Hubli Tigers to register a thrilling two-run victory in the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 Tournament in Hubballi on Wednesday.

Danny Glover opens up on his Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:17 PM

Los Angeles, July 1 (IANS) Hollywood actor Danny Glover, who is known for his work in ‘Lethal Weapon’, has revealed that he’s been battling Alzheimer’s disease for a few years.

China using 'two-faced diplomacy' in Central Africa: Report

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:16 PM

Beijing, July 1 (IANS) China publicly speaks about peace, economic cooperation and regional stability while aggressively positions its military and takes actions that fuel violence, a report has detailed while accusing Beijing of using "two-faced diplomacy" in several parts of the world.

Wimbledon: Sabalenka survives Kessler scare, sets up blockbuster third-round clash with Ostapenko

IANS | July 1, 2026 9:00 PM

London, July 1 (IANS) World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka survived a spirited fightback from American McCartney Kessler to book her place in the third round of Wimbledon, recovering from 5-2 down in the second set and saving four set points before sealing a hard-fought 6-1, 7-6(9) victory on Wednesday.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi begins three-day India visit

IANS | July 1, 2026 8:53 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi arrived in New Delhi Wednesday evening, kicking off a three-day official visit to participate in the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.

Badminton Asia Jr C'ships: Dhyan Santosh upsets sixth seed Prempungpong; Ruparelia

IANS | July 1, 2026 8:50 PM

Yatsushiro (Japan), July 1 (IANS) Dhyan Santosh upset sixth seed Punnatat Prempunpong of Thailand while Dev Ruparelia and Tanvi Patri registered contrasting victories in the first round of the Badminton Asia Junior Championships in Yatsushiro, Japan, on Wednesday.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's tenure extended by a year amid global challenges

IANS | July 1, 2026 8:36 PM

New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's tenure has been extended by a year beyond its scheduled end in mid-July, it was announced on Wednesday.