Chiranjeevi pens note of gratitude to his first film's producer, director

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:43 PM

Hyderabad, Feb 11 (IANS) Recalling that February 11 was the first day he stood in front of a camera for his film 'Punadhirallu', which incidentally was the first film for which he shot, Mega star Chiranjeevi on Wednesday penned a note of gratitude to the audiences and to the director and producer of the film, who, he said, had given him his first opportunity.

S. Africa envoy says first ever India-SACU trade pact will boost economic ties

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:39 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) South Africa’s High Commissioner to India Prof. Anil Sooklal said on Wednesday that the proposed SACU (Southern African Customs Union)–India Free Trade Agreement would significantly boost trade and investment flows between the two regions.

Thailand's Chantham eyes 2026 Rising Stars Women’s Asia Cup as platform to close gap with top teams

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:37 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Thailand cricketer Natthakan Chantham said hosting the 2026 Rising Stars Women’s Asia Cup in her home city of Bangkok represents a significant milestone for the sport in the country, following their disappointment at missing out on the T20 World Cup.

India needs 3.2 million green‑skilled workers by 2030: Report

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:29 PM

Mumbai, Feb 11 (IANS) Nearly 45 per cent of core skills are projected to change by 2030 and India will need 3.2 million additional green‑skilled workers by then, a report said on Wednesday.

Trinamool takes separate route from Congress on LS Speaker impeachment issue

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:28 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) By proposing an "alternate" path of restraint with a constructive and calibrated approach before rushing to seek the impeachment of Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, the Trinamool Congress has sent a clear signal of dissent to the Congress leadership, despite the latter holding the post of the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha.

T20 WC: ‘So unlucky, gave everything on the ground,’ says Afghan skipper Rashid after loss to SA in thriller

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:24 PM

Ahmedabad, Feb 11 (IANS) Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan described his side’s dramatic defeat to South Africa as "unlucky" after a thrilling double super over contest ended in heartbreak at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

India leading initiator in addressing key challenges facing Global South: SA envoy

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:24 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Highlighting that India is not only a leading voice but a leading initiator in addressing key challenges of the Global South, South Africa's High Commissioner to India Anil Sooklal on Wednesday lauded the role played by India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in consistently voicing concerns of the developing nations on global platforms.

T20 WC: Namibia’s teen fast bowling sensation Heingo promises to keep India to 180

Niharika Raina | February 11, 2026 5:20 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Namibia’s teenaged fast bowling sensation Max Heingo said his team will try to keep defending champions India to 180 and not concede 250 when the two sides meet in a Group A clash of 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Thursday.

T20 WC: Stoinis, Renshaw guide Australia to 182/6 against Ireland

IANS | February 11, 2026 5:05 PM

Colombo, Feb 11 (IANS) A 61-run partnership between Matthew Renshaw and Marcus Stoinis helped Australia reach 182/6 in 20 overs against Ireland in their first match of the T20 World Cup 2026 at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Wednesday.

Spurs sack manager Thomas Frank after eight months in charge

IANS | February 11, 2026 4:55 PM

New Delhi, Feb 11 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur sacked  head coach Thomas Frank after just under eight months in charge following their dismal 2-1 defeat at home against Newcastle on Tuesday.