SLC transformation committee holds ‘constructive’ talks with ICC deputy chair

IANS | May 19, 2026 1:03 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) The transformation committee of the Sri Lanka Cricket has engaged in “cordial and constructive” talks with ICC Deputy Chairman Imran Khwaja, with the apex body assessing the consequences of the extensive changes imposed by the Sri Lankan government upon the governance of Sri Lankan Cricket.

Pak heads for civil-military showdown over Asim Munir’s massive Defence demands

Vicky Nanjappa | May 19, 2026 12:25 PM

New Delhi, May 19 (IANS) Field Marshal Asim Munir is in complete control of Pakistan. The country may be ruled by a democratic government, but the fact is that the Pakistan Army under Munir is in complete control. However, even as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Asim Munir put up a united front, in reality there are tensions brewing over massive military spending.

Rights body condemns attack on shrine in Bangladesh, warns of rising extremism

IANS | May 19, 2026 12:22 PM

Paris, May 19 (IANS) A leading international human rights organisation has strongly condemned the brutal attack on devotees and the vandalism of a shrine in Bangladesh, warning that the failure of authorities to prevent such violence and hold those responsible accountable is emboldening extremist groups.