Pakistan's 'self-styled' mediation in US-Iran conflict highlights key inconsistencies: Report

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:42 PM

Islamabad, April 15 (IANS) Pakistan's "self-styled" mediation in the US-Iran conflict reflects key inconsistencies and geopolitical stakes. Being a mediator, one should be impartial and not take any sides. Furthermore, mediator should be accepted from all the conflicting sides. However, Pakistan's mediation in the West Asia conflict has steered away from these two points, a report has detailed.

‘India committed to clean sport’: Mandaviya after meeting WADA chief

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:39 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday underscored the country’s growing emphasis on clean sport and stronger anti-doping mechanisms following his meeting with Witold Banka, President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).

Indian women's team secure third place with thrilling win over Malawi in FIFA Series Kenya 2026

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:35 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Indian women’s national team secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Malawi in the third-place play-off of the FIFA Series 2026 at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Wednesday.

Tejasvi Surya alleges 'deindustrialisation' in Bengal under Trinamool rule

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:29 PM

Darjeeling, April 15 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Tejasvi Surya on Wednesday accused the Trinamool Congress of fostering “goonda raj” in West Bengal, alleging that it has led to “deindustrialisation” in the state.

Adani Wind commissions NextGen 5 MW wind turbine at Mundra

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:24 PM

Ahmedabad, April 15 (IANS) Adani Wind has commissioned a 5-megawatt (MW) 185-metre rotor diameter wind turbine prototype at Gujarat's Mundra, featuring wind blades among the largest in India and adding to the next generation of turbine platforms emerging in the country.

Cleric endorses Reservation Bill, advises restraint for Muslim women

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:15 PM

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh), April 15 (IANS) While expressing support for the Women’s Reservation Bill, All India Muslim Jamaat National President Maulana Mufti Shahabuddin Razvi Barelvi offered a nuanced view, endorsing greater representation of women in legislatures but cautioning Muslim women against entering politics from an Islamic perspective.

GSRTC gets 4.5 satisfaction rating from 1,702 passengers; safety rated highest

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:14 PM

Gandhinagar, April 15 (IANS) More than 1,700 passengers used the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation’s (GSRTC) newly introduced QR code-based feedback system within its first month, generating a strong average satisfaction rating of 4.5 out of 5 and prompting immediate action on service-related complaints.

‘Raja Shivaji Anthem ‘Chhatrapati’’ captures pride, spirit of Hindavi Swarajya

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:13 PM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) The song ‘Raja Shivaji Anthem ‘Chhatrapati’’ from the upcoming period film ‘Raja Shivaji’ was unveiled on Wednesday. The track captures the pride, courage, and spirit of Hindavi Swarajya.

Revamped website, mobile app for Commerce Department with 22 languages launched

IANS | April 15, 2026 8:01 PM

New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The government on Wednesday launched a redesigned website and bilingual mobile application for the Department of Commerce, offering exporters, importers, and trade stakeholders a single, integrated gateway to trade-related information, government services, and real-time data, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said.

IPL 2026: Ready to bat up the order, says Naman Dhir as MI sweat over Rohit's fitness

IANS | April 15, 2026 7:58 PM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) With former captain Rohit Sharma doubtful for the match against Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Thursday, middle-order batter Naman Dhir has put up his hand to bat up the order if asked by the team management.