PM Modi announces 3-day special Parliament session to push 33 per cent women's quota

IANS | April 4, 2026 6:59 PM

New Delhi, April 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that the government will extend the ongoing Budget Session of Parliament by three days -- April 16, 17 and 18 -- to fast-track steps for operationalising 33 per cent reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislative Assemblies, with the aim of implementing it from the 2029 general elections.

Kieran Trippier to part ways with Newcastle United after four years

IANS | April 4, 2026 6:47 PM

Newcastle, April 4 (IANS) English Football Club Newcastle United has announced the exit of their prime defender Kieran Trippier, when his contract expires this summer. Kieran joined the club from Atlético Madrid in January 2022 and has made an immense contribution on and off the pitch in four-and-a-half years at St. James' Park.

China exploiting Middle East security vacuum to counter US: Report

IANS | April 4, 2026 6:44 PM

Sofia, April 4 (IANS) China is exploiting the security vacuum in the Middle East to position itself as a "strategic alternative", amid growing doubts in Beijing over the viability of US bases in the region following repeated attacks on American and Israeli interests, a recent report has highlighted.

IPL 2026: When and where to watch RCB vs CSK, know all details

IANS | April 4, 2026 6:35 PM

Bengaluru, April 4 (IANS) Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will aim to build on a strong start to their title defence when they face Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the second game of Sunday’s Indian Premier League (IPL) double-header at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.