IPL 2026: ‘Playing for CSK feels very special,' says Spencer Johnson

IANS | May 18, 2026 8:50 PM

Chennai, May 18 (IANS) Spencer Johnson has described his stint with Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as one of the most special experiences of his franchise cricket career, saying the atmosphere around the team, the passionate support from fans, and the togetherness within the dressing room make CSK stand out from other teams around the world.

Guillermo del Toro says ‘Pan's Labyrinth’ is his 'second worst filmmaking experience'

IANS | May 18, 2026 8:41 PM

Los Angeles, May 18 (IANS) Mexican filmmaker Guillermo del Toro went through a gruelling schedule during the filming of ‘Pan's Labyrinth’. Nearly 20 years after the film premiered to acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival, the filmmaker reflected on just how difficult the Oscar-winning fantasy film was to make, and what his worst filmmaking experience was.

Pakistan's actions against Afghan refugees showcase structural shift in migration governance: Report

IANS | May 18, 2026 8:39 PM

Islamabad, May 18 (IANS) Pakistan's latest wave of arrests targeting Afghan refugees demonstrates structural shift in the country's migration governance. Pakistan has hosted Afghan refugees for over 40 years. However, the current raids conducted by the authorities, arrests and forced removals of Afghans showcase one of the most aggressive enforcement phases in recent years, a report has stated.

PM Modi suggests setting up of start-up innovation hub, green innovation hackathon between India and Norway

IANS | May 18, 2026 8:30 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Norwegian counterpart Jonas Gahr Store on Monday reviewed the full spectrum of India-Norway relations, covering trade and investments, follow-up on the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), climate action and energy transition, blue economy and ocean governance, research and higher education, Arctic and polar cooperation, space, and talent mobility.