'I believed I had to score the runs on my own': Sameer Rizvi’s blistering 91 powers Kanpur Superstars to 8-wicket win

IANS | August 30, 2026 11:29 AM

Kanpur, Aug 30 (IANS) Impact Player Sameer Rizvi delivered a masterclass in power-hitting, smashing an unbeaten 91 off just 39 balls to guide the Kanpur Superstars to a dominant eight-wicket win over the Noida Kings in Match 25 of the UP T20 League 2026. Played in front of an electric home crowd at the historic Green Park Stadium, a venue that has hosted 40 international matches, the victory keeps Kanpur's playoff aspirations firmly alive while handing Noida their second straight defeat.

Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi praises Mumbai man for creating specialised website to know India's history

IANS | August 30, 2026 11:23 AM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared Krishna Seshadri's story and praised him for his unique historical work, highlighting a specialised website created by him.

Gambhir hails Fit India initiative, says ‘fitter India’ will be ‘stronger, self-reliant’

IANS | August 30, 2026 11:20 AM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir on Sunday called the government’s Fit India initiative a “movement” rather than merely an event, stressing that a fitter India would be stronger and more self-reliant.

Pune man arrested for killing mother after quarrel over money to buy liquor

IANS | August 30, 2026 11:16 AM

Pune, Aug 30 (IANS) In a shocking incident, a 32-year-old man stabbed his mother to death following a quarrel over his demand for money to buy liquor in the Vishrantwadi area of Maharashtra's Pune, officials said on Sunday, adding that he has been arrested.

Gobena, Jepchirchir win 2026 Sydney Marathon

IANS | August 30, 2026 11:00 AM

Sydney, Aug 30 (IANS) Ethiopian athlete Addisu Gobena and Kenyan athlete Peres Jepchirchir won the 2026 Sydney Marathon on Sunday, with a record 40,000 runners taking part.

‘Dil Le Gayee’ fame Jasbir Jassi shares inside glimpses from Binnu Dhillon’s birthday celebration

IANS | August 30, 2026 10:54 AM

Mumbai, Aug 30 (IANS) Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi, best known for his popular track ‘Dil Le Gayee,' gave a glimpse into actor Binnu Dhillon’s star-studded birthday celebrations.

24-hour hotlines established for missing foreign nationals in Tibet

IANS | August 30, 2026 10:53 AM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Beijing has said authorities in China’s Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR) have set up two dedicated 24-hour English-language hotlines to assist families seeking information about missing foreign nationals following the recent flash floods and mudslides in the region.

Atletico Madrid wins without Alvarez as Levante, Real Sociedad also claims victories

IANS | August 30, 2026 10:51 AM

Madrid, Aug 30 (IANS) Atletico Madrid underlined its attacking strength without Julian Alvarez with a 3-1 win away to Sevilla.

Liverpool held again, Hull City continues perfect return to Premier League

IANS | August 30, 2026 10:45 AM

London, Aug 30 (IANS) Liverpool is still looking for its first win of the season after a 2-2 draw at home to Nottingham Forest in early kick-off.

Priya Punia’s record-breaking ton powers South Delhi Superstarz to 71-run win against East Delhi Riders

IANS | August 30, 2026 10:38 AM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) South Delhi Superstarz produced a dominant all-round performance to register a 71-run victory over East Delhi Riders in the Women’s Delhi Premier League (DPL) fixture at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.