‘Wearing India jersey is an emotion that cannot be expressed in words,’ says Ashu Malik ahead of Asiad

IANS | August 25, 2026 11:18 AM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Ace kabaddi player Ashu Malik expressed pride at being named in India’s squad as the Kabaddi Champions League (KCL) celebrated a major milestone, with nine of the 12 players selected for India’s squad for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan having emerged from its ecosystem, while Dronacharya Awardee Balwan Singh will take charge of the national team as head coach.

Indian envoy meets Bangladesh Commerce Minister, discusses ways to deepen economic ties

IANS | August 25, 2026 11:10 AM

Dhaka, Aug 25 (IANS) Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi met Bangladesh’s Commerce Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir in Dhaka, where the two sides discussed various aspects of bilateral economic and commercial cooperation and explored ways to deepen ties between the two countries.

Amitabh Bachchan reveals Kishore Kumar once mistook him for son Amit Kumar, recalls his VCR collection

IANS | August 25, 2026 11:05 AM

Mumbai, August 25 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan recently recalled a heartwarming and amusing interaction with legendary singer Kishore Kumar.

India working towards becoming $30 trillion economy by 2047: Piyush Goyal

IANS | August 25, 2026 11:03 AM

Tokyo, Aug 25 (IANS) India recorded 7.7 per cent growth last year despite global uncertainties and is working towards becoming a $30 trillion economy by 2047, Shri Goyal highlighted the strength and resilience of the Indian economy, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said here on Tuesday during discussions with senior leaders of leading Japanese financial and investment institutions.

US Senator calls for Congressional action over reports of Nvidia chips powering Russian drones

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:58 AM

Washington, Aug 25 (IANS) US Senator Elizabeth Warren called for congressional action following reports that artificial intelligence computers made by Nvidia may be powering Russian drones used in Ukraine.

Drew Barrymore reveals ‘50 First Dates’ was originally a ‘hardcore drama’ with different ending

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:58 AM

Mumbai, Aug 25 (IANS) Hollywood star Drew Barrymore has revealed that the iconic film “50 First Dates” originally had a far more dramatic ending than the romantic conclusion and that it was supposed to be a “hardcore drama”.

Heartening to see Gurukul students connecting with tech via computer lab: Gautam Adani

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:57 AM

Ahmedabad, Aug 25 (IANS) The Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday said it was heartening to see students of Shri Nishulk Gurukul Mahavidyalaya in Ayodhya connect with technology through a modern computer laboratory.

Vaughan calls for punishment that 'sends a shiver down England team' after latest nightclub incident

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:56 AM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Former captain Michael Vaughan has called for a punishment that "sends a shiver down the whole England cricket team" after Brydon Carse became the latest England cricketer involved in a drinking controversy.

NSA Doval meets Chinese V-P; discusses ways to strengthen peace at border

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:55 AM

Beijing, Aug 25 (IANS) National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval met Chinese Vice President Han Zheng on Tuesday and discussed ways to strengthen peace and tranquillity in the border areas and bilateral cooperation across various sectors.

2nd Test: ‘Aggression can come out in different ways,’ says Prasidh as India look to press SL

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:46 AM

Colombo, Aug 25 (IANS) India pacer Prasidh Krishna credited disciplined bowling, a sharp slip cordon and an attacking mindset for his side’s early success against Sri Lanka after India reduced the hosts to 8/2 before bad light brought an early end to Day Two of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground on Monday.