IPL 2026: We’re looking forward to the challenge, says coach Flower as RCB gear up for title defence

IANS | March 27, 2026 11:39 PM

Bengaluru, March 27 (IANS) Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are all set to play the season opener of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Saturday. Ahead of the fixture, head coach Andy Flower said the team is approaching the new campaign with a fresh outlook despite entering the tournament as the defending champions.

KITG Day 3: Manikanta helps Karnataka become first state to win over 10 gold medals, Chhattisgarh add one silver and two bronze

IANS | March 27, 2026 11:15 PM

Raipur, March 27 (IANS) Karnataka extended their lead at the top of the medals tally with yet another dominant showing at the international swimming pool, while hosts Chhattisgarh had their best day in the first Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) 2026 so far, winning one silver and two bronze medals here in Raipur on Friday.

Explained: TV Ratings Policy 2026 cuts entry barriers, tightens rules to boost transparency

IANS | March 27, 2026 11:05 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Friday introduced the new TV Ratings Policy 2026, bringing a major overhaul to how television viewership is measured in the country.

ISSF Shotgun World Cup: Maheshwari Chauhan three off the pace in Morocco

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:56 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Olympian Maheshwari Chauhan fired a 69 on the first day of the qualification round at the Tangier Shooting Club in Morocco, keeping her within range of a berth in the final of the women’s skeet competition in the year’s first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Shotgun World Cup in Tangier.

Gujarat: New ‘Rain Basera’ at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital provides safe lodging for patients' relatives

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:48 PM

Ahmedabad, March 27 (IANS) The Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad has opened a new modern facility, the ‘Rain Basera’, to provide secure and dignified accommodation for relatives of patients.

Karan Johar says 'Dhurandhar 2' reminded him of the 70s solid Hindi cinema in single screens

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:40 PM

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) Filmmaker Karan Johar said that the recent blockbuster "Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge" reminded him of the 70s solid Hindi cinema, which used to be watched on single screens.

IPL 2026: Bowling remains a concern for SRH despite ultra-aggressive batting unit (SWOT)

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:21 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) As the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season approaches, Sunrisers Hyderabad face the same dilemma that has plagued them for a long time – an intimidating batting lineup that has been boosted by new players, backed by a weak bowling unit. They still have doubts about whether they will be able to cope with the fragility of their bowling.

Pakistan's 'propaganda diplomacy' aimed at preserving its declining strategic importance

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:06 PM

Islamabad, March 27 (IANS) Despite Islamabad's attempt to position itself as mediator in the US-Iran conflict, Tehran returned Pakistan's tanker and blocked its passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also turned down proposals for talks, including the US ceasefire attempts, by dismissing Trump's 15-point peace proposal.

'India getting utmost respect for its independent foreign policy, prioritisation of national interests'

IANS | March 27, 2026 10:04 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) India and Russia recently reviewed their bilateral ties during the second international conference 'Russia and India: Towards a New Agenda for Bilateral Relations' and emphasised the steps required for sustaining policy measures in the coming years. The two nations agreed to contribute to further strengthening cooperation and to deepen mutual understanding in moving ahead into the future, a report has detailed.

PM Modi rallies states to tackle West Asia crisis with 'Team India' approach

IANS | March 27, 2026 9:59 PM

New Delhi, March 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday chaired a video conference with Chief Ministers and Lieutenant Governors to review India’s preparedness in light of the evolving situation in West Asia and its potential impact on the nation’s economy, energy security, and supply chains.