KITG Day 6: Arunachal’s Nedi Ngi, Maharashtra’s Govind Padekar win 5000m gold medals

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:51 PM

Raipur, March 30 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh’s middle-distance runner Nedi Ngi clinched the women’s 5000m gold while Maharashtra completed an impressive 1-2 in the men’s category before unseasonal rains forced the organisers to cancel the evening session on the opening day of athletics competitions on day 6 of the in the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 on Monday.

Maoists reduced to less than two districts: Anurag Thakur ​

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:50 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) MP Anurag Thakur on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress party in the Lok Sabha, accusing it of giving a “red carpet” welcome to Naxalites and strengthening the Red Corridor during its rule.

EAM Jaishankar, Russian Deputy FM Rudenko discuss ties, regional and global developments

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:46 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko here on Monday, discussing bilateral cooperation and regional and global developments.

IPL ticket row resolved, MLAs to get 3 tickets: Shivakumar ​

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:46 PM

Bengaluru, March 30 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee President D. K. Shivakumar on Monday said that the issue of ticket allocation for Indian Premier League matches has been resolved amicably, with a revised quota for legislators and Members of Parliament.​

Vande Mataram is India’s identity and strength: J&K L-G​

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:45 PM

Jammu, March 30 (IANS) J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that Vande Mataram is the country’s identity, strength, and vow.​

US to finish Iran fight in weeks: Marco Rubio​

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:45 PM

Washington, March 30 (IANS) The United States expects to complete its military objectives against Iran “in a matter of weeks, not months,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, asserting that key targets, including Tehran’s air force, navy and missile capabilities, are already being dismantled even as Washington tests a parallel diplomatic opening.​

India's economy likely to grow 6.5 pc in FY27 despite high crude prices: Report

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:39 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) India’s GDP growth is expected to moderate to 6.5 per cent in FY2027 because of elevated crude oil prices and concerns around energy availability, a report said on Monday.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals has got a lot of depth this year, says Jofra Archer

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:38 PM

Guwahati, March 30 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) fast bowler Jofra Archer said the franchise has built a squad with enough depth to reach the playoffs this season, adding that he was determined to stay fit and play for the entirety of IPL 2026.

28 people killed, 49 others injured due to rains, floods in Afghanistan

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:37 PM

Kabul, March 30 (IANS) As many as 28 people were killed and 49 others were injured due to heavy rains, floods and lightning in several provinces of Afghanistan since February 26, according to the Disaster Preparedness Authority spokesperson Mohammad Yousuf Hamad, local media reported on Monday.

IPL 2026: Rajasthan Royals win toss, elect to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings

IANS | March 30, 2026 7:25 PM

Guwahati, March 30 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals have won the toss and elected to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in match three of IPL 2026 at the Barsapara Cricket Ground on Monday. The toss was delayed by five minutes due to slight drizzle at the venue, with the covers lifted at 6:42pm.