'Silent Contributors’: BCCI secy Saikia lauds groundsmen for defying rain at Barsapara Stadium for RR v CSK game

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:37 AM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia lauded the efforts of ground staff and organisers after the Indian Premier League (IPL) clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Chennai Super Kings (CSK) commenced on schedule despite challenging weather conditions.

Dakota Johnson recalls being tagged as 'pompous' in failed audition

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:30 AM

Los Angeles, March 31 (IANS) Hollywood star Dakota Johnson took a stroll down memory lane and recalled a callback audition and how she was called “pompous”.

Former Suriname Prez Chandrikapersad Santokhi passes away; PM Modi expresses grief

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:29 AM

Paramaribo, March 31 (IANS) Chandrikapersad Santokhi, former President of Suriname, has passed away at the age of 67, local media reported on Tuesday (Indian time). The cause of his death was not immediately disclosed.

Mahhi Vij channels her inner Sridevi as she recreates ‘Naam Mera Premkali’ with ‘Seher’ cast

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:25 AM

Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Actress Mahhi Vij channelled her inner Sridevi, recreating the iconic track Naam Mera Premkali from the 1989 film “Chaalbaaz” along with her ‘Seher’ co-stars as she had some on-set fun.

S. Korea earmarks $609 million in extra budget for Mideast crisis response

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:21 AM

Seoul, March 31 (IANS) The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources said on Tuesday it has allocated 924.1 billion won ($609 million) in a supplementary budget to respond to the Mideast crisis amid disruptions in energy and industrial supply chains.

'Devoted his life to service and spirituality': PM Modi pays tribute to Srimad Sudhindra Tirtha Swamiji

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:14 AM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to Srimad Sudhindra Tirtha Swamiji of the Shri Kashi Math Samsthan, Varanasi, saying that the revered seer devoted his life to service and spirituality.

FY27 set to begin with new Income Tax law, revised filing deadlines

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:13 AM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) As India approaches the new fiscal year FY27, the country’s direct tax system is set for a major overhaul from April 1, 2026, with the new Income Tax Act, 2025, coming into force -- replacing the six-decade-old 1961 legislation and introducing changes in compliance, terminology and taxation.

Ajay Devgn, Kajol’s daughter Nysa joins Orry for a fun take on Haryanvi song ‘Splendor’

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:11 AM

Mumbai, March 31 (IANS) Bollywood celebrities’ best friend Orry and superstar Ajay Devgn and Kajol’s daughter Nysa were seen giving a sun spin to the viral Haryanvi track ‘Splendor’ by Vicky Tarori and Swara Verma.

Govt releases over Rs 1,500 crore to boost rural local governance in 6 states

IANS | March 31, 2026 10:05 AM

New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said it has released more than Rs 1,500 crore as the 15th Finance Commission grants to strengthen rural local governance in six states.

Bayern Munich to part ways with Guerreiro at the end of season

IANS | March 31, 2026 9:55 AM

Berlin, March 31 (IANS) Bayern Munich and Portugal international Raphael Guerreiro have agreed to part ways at the end of the current campaign, with the defender's contract set to expire, the Bundesliga club said.