'His greatest strength, to consider entire nation his family': Swami Chidanand Saraswati hails PM Modi's 25-year journey

IANS | October 7, 2026 8:05 PM

Rishikesh, Oct 7 (IANS) Swami Chidanand Saraswati on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25-year journey in public life, saying his biggest strength was his ability to regard the entire nation as his family and that his tenure had given fresh impetus to the ideals of service, good governance and nation-building.

I’m still hungry to contribute, perform and win more trophies: Harmanpreet Kaur

Vaishnavi Iyer | October 7, 2026 7:55 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Former India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has made it clear that stepping down from the leadership role has not diminished her ambitions as a cricketer, saying she remains determined to contribute to the national team and add more trophies to her collection.

India reiterates dialogue and diplomacy as way forward to resolve Russia-Ukraine conflict

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Reiterating its call for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, India on Wednesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently advocated an end to the fighting and stressed that the solution does not lie on the battlefield.

BCCI pays tribute to Ajit Agarkar after tenure as chief selector ends

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:37 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Wednesday paid tribute to Ajit Agarkar, thanking the former chairman of the senior men’s selection committee for his contribution to a successful period in Indian cricket.

PM Modi thanks world leaders for warm wishes on completing 25 years as head of government

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:30 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday thanked world leaders for their warm wishes as he completed 25 years as the head of the government.

Olympic champions, World No. 1s set to add global sheen as APL 2 gets underway

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:28 PM

Hyderabad, Oct 7 (IANS) Olympic champions, world No.1s and World Cup winners will headline the international contingent at the second season of the Archery Premier League (APL), with five established global stars set to bring their experience and high-pressure pedigree to Hyderabad.

Onion prices dip as fresh crop flows into markets

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:26 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The outlook for onion availability has strengthened considerably with robust market arrivals and the commencement of fresh Kharif supplies, with the improving supply position already translating into a broad-based moderation in prices of the staple vegetable across mandis and major consumer markets, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said on Wednesday.

Rajpal Yadav reveals title of next film to CJI Surya Kant in a light-hearted exchange inside Apex Court

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:15 PM

Mumbai, Oct 7 (IANS) Actor Rajpal Yadav had a brief light-hearted exchange with CJI Surya Kant as he appeared in the Apex Court with regards to the alleged case of fraud of INR 5 crore.

Captain Smit Machchhar recovering well, his health showing improvement: MEA

IANS | October 7, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday said Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar, who fought against the attacking co-pilot in a Flydubai aircraft and helped save 174 people onboard last week, is recovering well and showing steady improvement in his health.

Rashmika Mandanna reveals hubby Vijay Deverakonda is 'extremely dedicated' on set

IANS | October 7, 2026 6:58 PM

Mumbai, Oct 7 (IANS) Actress Rashmika Mandanna will be seen sharing screen space with husband Vijay Deverakonda in the upcoming period drama, 'Ranabaali'. The movie will mark their primary association after the wedding.