Khalistan networks replicate Mumbai underworld model, groom juveniles for low-cost, high-success attacks

Vicky Nanjappa | May 20, 2026 12:45 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) The crime landscape in Punjab is fast changing with terror groups and criminal networks deploying new strategies almost daily to disrupt law and order. While the larger push that is being made is for a separate Khalistan nation, these syndicates at play are carrying out low intensity explosions to keep the state on the boil. The Khalistan networks are also trying to replicate the Mumbai underworld model of grooming juveniles for low-cost, high-success attacks.

Manchu Manoj comes onboard Nandamuri Balakrishna–Gopichand Malineni’s #NBK111

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:43 PM

Hyderabad, May 20 (IANS) The makers of ace director Gopichand Malineni's eagerly awaited upcoming film, tentatively titled #NBK111 and featuring Nandamuri Balakrishna in the lead, on Wednesday pleasantly surprised fans by announcing that actor Manchu Manoj had now come on board the film.

'Words can't do justice to the kind of ability he possesses': Bangar's special praise for Sooryavanshi

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:38 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals’ teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turned heads with his match-winning 93 in his team's crucial victory over Lucknow Super Giants and drew high praise from ex-India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, who said he falls short of words every time he sees Sooryavanshi perform.

PM Modi gifts ‘Melody’ to Giorgia Meloni, revives viral ‘Melodi’ moment

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:23 PM

Rome, May 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a light-hearted and unique gift -- a “Melody” toffee packet-- to his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni, bringing back the widely popular “#Melodi” moment that has often gone viral on social media.

Maruti Suzuki India launches Smart Factory Lab for skill development in Lucknow

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:22 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said it set up a Smart Factory Lab at Government Polytechnic College, Lucknow, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative to provide diploma students hands‑on training in advanced manufacturing technologies.

Hockey: India U18 women win 4-1 against Australia in final match of the series

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:17 PM

Bhopal, May 20 (IANS) The Indian U18 women’s hockey team produced a dominant display to defeat Australia 4-1 in the fourth and final match of the series at the Udhav Das Mehta (Bhai Ji) Central SAI Centre here on Wednesday.

Adam Driver: I can’t stand to watch myself

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:16 PM

Mumbai, May 20 (IANS) Actor Adam Driver, who attended the premiere of his crime drama film Paper Tiger at the Cannes Film Festival, reveals why he tries his best not to watch himself on screen.

Mindy Kaling: Never a joy to be scrutinised

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:16 PM

Los Angeles, May 20 (IANS) Hollywood actress Mindy Kaling, who has lost a significant amount of weight in recent years, feels uncomfortable with the focus on her appearance.

Taijul's six-fer helps Bangladesh complete series sweep against Pakistan

IANS | May 20, 2026 12:10 PM

Sylhet, May 20 (IANS) Bangladesh whitewashed Pakistan in a two-match Test series after spinner Taijul Islam produced a match-winning spell and sealed a well-fought 78-run victory on the final day of the second Test here at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday.

Inside ISI’s Rs 500 espionage network and why it is so hard to detect

Vicky Nanjappa | May 20, 2026 12:04 PM

New Delhi, May 20 (IANS) India’s Operation Sindoor dealt a mighty blow to the terror infrastructure in Pakistan. Since the operation that was carried out to avenge the Pahalgam attack, the ISI has focused heavily on its espionage network within India.