2nd T20I: Debut international match gave an ‘unreal feeling’, says Ireland pacer Moondra

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:29 PM

Belfast, June 28 (IANS) Ireland left-arm pacer Jai Moondra described his maiden international outing in the T20I series opener against India as an ‘unreal feeling’ and credited his teammates and coaches for helping him stick to the team’s plans. Moondra’s figures of 2-25 helped Ireland beat India by 34 runs and get their first win over the T20 World Cup champions for the first time in international cricket.

Katy Perry festival set cancelled following weather concerns

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:24 PM

Los Angeles, June 28 (IANS) Singer-songwriter Katy Perry's performance at a Belgian festival has been cancelled on the directives of the government.

Gujarat seeks to build biotechnology, biomanufacturing hub by 2030: Report

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:20 PM

Gandhinagar, June 28 (IANS) A new report by the Gujarat Rajya Institute for Transformation (GRIT) on Sunday outlined an ambitious roadmap for Gujarat to emerge as India's leading biotechnology and biomanufacturing hub by 2030, with a strong focus on developing a skilled workforce, extending specialised education and strengthening industry-oriented training.

2nd T20I: We’re looking to win it and level the series, says India vice-captain Tilak Varma

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:19 PM

Belfast, June 28 (IANS) India vice‑captain Tilak Varma said the team was determined to bounce back from the opening defeat and level the three‑match series against Ireland in the second game, while adding that his new role in the leadership group has been both a privilege and responsibility.

India and Seychelles meet as 'old friends' due to Indian Ocean connection: PM Modi

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:15 PM

Victoria, June 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the Indian Ocean connects India and Seychelles and thus the two nations do not meet as "strangers" but as old friends.

Dua Lipa can’t move into new London home till 2027

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:13 PM

Los Angeles, June 28 (IANS) It seems like English singer-songwriter Dua Lipa will have to wait till 2027 to shift into her new abode after her wedding.

PV Sindhu and Indian contingent eye historic campaign for home BWF World Championships

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:13 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) With 50 days to go until the BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi, the Badminton Association of India (BAI) on Sunday began the official countdown to badminton's biggest tournament.

Philippines accuses China of 'insincerity, hypocrisy' over South China Sea dispute: Report

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:12 PM

Manila, June 28 (IANS) Philippines Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. has accused China of "insincerity and hypocrisy" after Beijing rejected Manila's demand to comply with the landmark 2016 international arbitral ruling on the South China Sea, according to a report.

Aayush Sharma lauds PM Modi’s work on Kashi Vishwanath development project

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:04 PM

Mumbai, June 28 (IANS) Bollywood actor Aayush Sharma, who is currently busy with the shooting of his upcoming film ‘Kashi’, has lauded PM Modi’s efforts on the Kashi Vishwanath development project.

Ethical issues on data compliance loom as China's healthcare leans on AI

IANS | June 28, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) While AI in China’s healthcare industry is progressing towards providing reliable solutions, it is still not clear whether it can make a major change in the future of medicine, because this will depend on how stakeholders balance opportunity against risk, according to a media report