Chandigarh Citizens Foundation launches ‘Project Sewa’ to cater to elderly residents, enhance their engagement

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:41 PM

Chandigarh, May 18 (IANS) Marking a new beginning in its engagement and outreach with the senior citizens of Tricity, the Chandigarh Citizens Foundation (CCF) has rolled out ‘Project Sewa’, a one-of-its-kind initiative to address their emotional, mental, social, and physical needs besides extending assistance in medical exigencies.

ISL 2025-26: Relegated Mohammedan Sporting to play for pride against NorthEast United

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:41 PM

Guwahati, May 18 (IANS) Relegation confirmed, Mohammedan Sporting Club will play for pride when they take on NorthEast United FC, who will aim to end their campaign on a positive note, in their final game of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.

US accepts to waive Iran's oil sanctions in new negotiation, claims Iranian media

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:39 PM

Tehran, May 18 (IANS) The United States has agreed to waive Iran’s oil sanctions during negotiations, Iranian media claimed on Monday citing sources.

At World Health Assembly, JP Nadda reaffirms continuation of India's support to WHO

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:27 PM

Geneva, May 18 (IANS) Health and Family Welfare Minister J P Nadda on Monday reaffirmed the continuation of India’s support to the World Health Organisation (WHO) for strengthening the partnership and advancing global health outcomes for all.

IPL 2026: Akeal Hosein back as CSK opt to bat against unchanged SRH

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:22 PM

Chennai, May 18 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings (CSK) won the toss and elected to bat first against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 63 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Monday. CSK have made one change to their playing XI as Akeal Hosein is back, while MS Dhoni is still missing the match due to injury.

India and Norway believe in rules-based order, dialogue and diplomacy: PM Modi

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:17 PM

Oslo, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Monday that both India and Norway believe in a rules-based order, dialogue and diplomacy while expressing support for every effort made for an early end to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia.

IPL 2026: ‘League will continue as scheduled’, says Dhumal as he dismisses reports of closed-door playoffs

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:10 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Indian Premier League (IPL) chairman Arun Dhumal has dismissed speculation surrounding the possibility of the playoffs of the 2026 edition being held behind closed doors or rescheduled due to concerns linked to fuel usage and geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Telangana: Warangal police parade rowdy sheeters on roads

IANS | May 18, 2026 7:05 PM

Hyderabad, May 18 (IANS) In what is being described as a strong and unusual crackdown on criminal activities, police in Warangal town of Telangana paraded rowdy sheeters on the road on Monday.

Svitolina leads WTA rankings surge after Italian Open triumph

IANS | May 18, 2026 6:49 PM

New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Elina Svitolina capped a remarkable fortnight for Ukrainian tennis by capturing the Italian Open title in Rome, completing a sweep of the 2026 clay-court WTA 1000 events for her country after Marta Kostyuk lifted the Madrid crown earlier this month.

Kerala CM Satheesan's Sudhakaran twist puts Vijayan in a tight spot

IANS | May 18, 2026 6:42 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 18 (IANS) After suffering a bruising electoral setback and growing criticism within his own party district committee meetings, Kerala's former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan now finds himself facing yet another politically uncomfortable moment, this time from the newly sworn-in government led by V. D. Satheesan.