Congress infighting continues; 'Save Punjab, bring Channi' slogans raised

IANS | August 2, 2026 6:35 PM

Chandigarh, Aug 2 (IANS) Supporters of former Punjab Chief Minister and sitting MP Charanjit Singh Channi on Sunday raised slogans in support of him, sending a strong message to the Congress high command on the second consecutive day, at the party meeting in Barnala town where party's General Secretary In-Charge, Bhupesh Baghel, was also present.

'India hosting CWG 2030 will inspire the younger generation': Mirabai Chanu

IANS | August 2, 2026 6:20 PM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Fresh from scripting history with a third successive Commonwealth Games gold medal, Olympic silver medallist Mirabai Chanu expressed excitement over India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games, saying it would inspire a new generation of athletes in the country, while reflecting on the sacrifices, family support and mental resilience that shaped her career.

P.T. Usha hails 'Nari Shakti' as Indian women lead CWG 2026 gold rush

IANS | August 2, 2026 6:05 PM

Glasgow, Aug 2 (IANS) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president P.T. Usha hailed the country's women athletes for spearheading India's campaign at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after they claimed eight of the nation's 13 gold medals, saying their achievements reflected years of dedication while inspiring a new generation of girls to dream big.

Rights group slams Pakistan over military siege in Balochistan's Noshki, calls for int'l community's intervention

IANS | August 2, 2026 5:55 PM

Quetta, Aug 2 (IANS) A leading human rights organisation has criticised Pakistani authorities for the military siege and curfew in Noshki district of Pakistan's Balochistan, terming it a "continuation of the state's policy of collectively punishing the Baloch people". It urged the international community to take notice of the situation in Balochistan, especially Noshki, and play an effective role in ending the state's unchecked power and grave human rights violations.