Strengthening defence ties across Indo-Pacific: IAF concludes exercises in Australia, Malaysia

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:53 AM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The Indian Air Force has successfully concluded its participation in two major international air exercises, Exercise Pitch Black 2026 in Australia and Exercise Udara Shakti 2026 in Malaysia, in a dual-nation deployment that highlighted its operational reach, tactical capabilities and growing defence cooperation across the Indo-Pacific.

'I do believe that this can be the last one': Neuer hints at retirement after Bayern win

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:42 AM

Munich, Aug 23 (IANS) Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has hinted that the 2026-27 season could be the final campaign of his illustrious career, admitting retirement is now a strong possibility.

Niki Walia reveals that Madhuri Dixit herself told her that she looked like her

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:38 AM

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Actress Niki Walia revealed that Bollywood star Madhuri Dixit herself once told her that she looked like her.

Mouni Roy offers prayers at Kashi Vishwanath during Sawan

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:34 AM

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Bollywood actress Mouni Roy offered prayers at the revered Kashi Vishwanath temple during the holy month of Sawan.

World must now be searching for Indian startups: PM Modi to Space Startup CEOs

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:32 AM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently interacted with CEOs and founders of 20 Indian space startups at Seva Teerth and praised the country's rise in the private space sector, while calling for greater collaboration to position India as a global hub for space technology.

Gaganyaan to Venus mission, India gears up for next space exploration phase

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:31 AM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The next space exploration phase will deepen India’s role in human spaceflight, planetary exploration and advanced space technology as these efforts will support India’s ambition to become a leading global space power, according to the government.

Starc’s 10-wicket haul powers Australia to innings-and-51-run win over Bangladesh

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:30 AM

Mackay, Aug 23 (IANS) Mitchell Starc’s 10-wicket match haul, backed by three wickets apiece from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon, powered Australia to an innings-and-51-run victory over Bangladesh in Mackay, levelling the series in record time.

Dhawan praises Treesa-Gayatri's historic bronze medal win at World Championships

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:12 AM

New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan on Sunday lauded shuttlers Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand for their historic bronze medal triumph at the ongoing BWF World Championships, adding that their remarkable campaign has been an inspiring journey to follow.

Cong leader demands Deepender Hooda's removal from CWC over Sajjan Kumar remarks

IANS | August 23, 2026 11:06 AM

Chandigarh, Aug 23 (IANS) Congress leader and former Haryana Legislative Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma has written to Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge demanding the removal of party leader Deepender Hooda from the Congress Working Committee (CWC) over his remarks allegedly praising 1984 Sikh riots convict Sajjan Kumar.

Sonakshi Sinha reveals what made her Sunday morning happy

IANS | August 23, 2026 10:51 AM

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) Actress Sonakshi Sinha took to her Instagram handle to share a glimpse of her “happy Sunday” morning, giving a peek into how she spent the relaxing day.