T20 WC: New Zealand vs UAE head-to-head and recent form analysis (Stats)

IANS | February 9, 2026 12:18 PM

Chennai, Feb 9 (IANS) New Zealand and UAE are set to lock horns when they face each other on Tuesday here at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in the 11th match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The two teams are placed in Group D alongside Afghanistan, South Africa, and Canada, and while this will be the Black Caps’ second match of the tournament, it’ll be the UAE’s campaign opener.

Self-confidence, health, discipline key to success: PM Modi to Assam students at Pariksha Pe Charcha

IANS | February 9, 2026 12:09 PM

Guwahati, Feb 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday underlined the importance of self-confidence, health and discipline while interacting with students during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2026, held onboard the historic Charideo vessel on the Brahmaputra River.

Bhumi Pednekkar reflects on ‘Bhakshak’ as Jeffrey Epstein case reminds world of buried truths

IANS | February 9, 2026 12:04 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) As the crime thriller “Bhakshak” completes two years since its release, actress Bhumi Pednekkar says the film feels even more heartbreaking today, as the grim realities it highlighted continue to dominate headlines across the world.

'Big win for Indian tennis': Pant hails India's Davis Cup qualifier win over the Netherlands

IANS | February 9, 2026 12:03 PM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) India wicketkeeper batter Rishabh Pant on Monday lauded the Indian men's tennis team for its win in the Davis Cup Qualifiers 1st Round against the Netherlands.

Shaan says 'have patience' amidst social media theories after Arijit Singh's retirement announcement

IANS | February 9, 2026 12:01 PM

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) Ever since singer and composer Arijit Singh announced his retirement from playback singing, a lot of buzz has been going around about why he felt the need to take such a drastic step, what led him to such a major decision so early in his career.

Learn to live in accordance with your dreams: PM Modi to Gujarat tribal students during Pariksha Pe Charcha

IANS | February 9, 2026 11:58 AM

Gandhinagar, Feb 9 (IANS) During an interaction with students from Gujarat’s Devmogra in his annual ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a wide-ranging discussion with tribal students, focusing on education, stress management, career choices and the contribution of tribal communities to nation-building.

EAM Jaishankar calls on Seychelles President Herminie, highlights Vision MAHASAGAR

IANS | February 9, 2026 11:48 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday met Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie, who is on a state visit to India aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across multiple sectors, including maritime security and economic development.

BJP in power since 2014, UCC a tool for them to divert attention from pressing issues: Priyanka Chaturvedi

IANS | February 9, 2026 11:48 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, responding to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks on Uniform Civil Code (UCC), criticized the BJP’s repeated pitch for bringing a pan-India legislation, stating that the government has resorted to its periodical promotion and never took concrete steps and held consultations for its implementation despite a decade in power.

Desperation mounts as ISI hunts Afghan Taliban dissidents to sustain Kashmir operations

Vicky Nanjappa | February 9, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) After ties with the Afghan Taliban soured, Pakistan has been hunting for disgruntled elements and recruiting them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed. Indian agencies have learnt that the ISI has been scouting for disgruntled elements from the Afghan Taliban and other breakaway factions. The idea is to recruit such persons and take them into the Jaish-e-Mohammed.

Gujarat Police bust liquor smuggling racket, seize bottles 10,000 hidden under helmets in truck

IANS | February 9, 2026 11:44 AM

Ahmedabad, Feb 9 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Police have seized a large consignment of foreign liquor concealed beneath a load of helmets and arrested a truck driver during an operation in the Narol area of the city, officials said on Monday.