IPL 2026: 'We showed the right attacking mindset': Patidar after RCB crush GT to reach final

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:40 AM

Dharamshala, May 27 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) captain Rajat Patidar praised his team’s aggressive intent and fearless approach after their massive 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Tuesday, which helped the defending champions secure a second consecutive appearance in the final.

IPL 2026: ‘One of those games we would like to forget’, says Gill after GT lose to RCB

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:19 AM

Dharamshala, May 27 (IANS) Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that poor fielding and mistakes under pressure proved costly as his side suffered a crushing 92-run defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday.

Nicolas Cage reveals what influenced him for ‘Spider-Noir’

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:10 AM

Los Angeles, May 27 (IANS) Hollywood actor Nicolas Cage, who headlines the streaming series ‘Spider-Noir’, has shared that the pop art of Warhol and Lichtenstein forms a sizable chunk of his influence.

Russell Crowe defends his heated exchange in Paris

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:01 AM

Los Angeles, May 27 (IANS) Hollywood actor Russell Crowe, who had a heated exchange with fans outside a hotel after a video of the encounter went viral, has defended his position.

IPL 2026: RCB storm into second straight final with dominant 92-run win over GT in Qualifier 1

IANS | May 27, 2026 12:01 AM

Dharamshala, May 26 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced a complete all-round performance to defeat Gujarat Titans by 92 runs and seal their place in the final of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday. With this win, the defending champions reached the IPL final for the second season in a row.

Rangers sign Scotland forward Lawrence Shankland from Hearts

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:49 PM

Glasgow, May 26 (IANS) Lawrence Shankland has completed a move to Rangers F.C. from Scottish Premiership rivals Heart of Midlothian F.C., signing a two-year contract with the option of an additional year. The Scotland international will officially join Rangers when the transfer window opens on June 15 and becomes the club’s first signing of the summer.

Christopher Nolan set for complete retro at TIFF ahead of ‘The Odyssey’ debut

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:49 PM

Los Angeles, May 26 (IANS) Acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan will be featured in a complete retro by the Toronto International Film Festival’s summer marquee series.

Hilarion Alfeyev released by Czech Republic authorities

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:44 PM

Prague, May 26 (IANS) Hilarion Alfeyev, a retired bishop of the Russian Orthodox Church who was previously detained in the Czech Republic, has been released, local media reported.

Munich World Cup: Parth Rakesh Mane finishes seventh in first senior international final

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:43 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Teenager Parth Rakesh Mane finished seventh in the 10m air rifle men’s final at the hallowed Olympic Shooting range in Munich, as India took many positives at the end of the competition on the first day of the year’s second International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol leg.

India eyes stronger trade partnership with Canada

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:42 PM

Washington, May 26 (IANS) Calling India and Canada trusted democratic partners, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday urged businesses from both countries to deepen engagement as New Delhi pushed for stronger economic cooperation with Ottawa.