Manika Batra raises questions over her exclusion from Asian Games squad

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:47 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The Table Tennis Federation of India has picked a 10-member men's and women's team led by Olympians Sreeja Akula and G Sathiyan for the upcoming Asian Games 2026, which has resulted in another Olympian, Manika Batra, raising questions over her exclusion from the squad for the event to be played at Aichi-Nagoya in Japan in a few months.

AAP leader Sanjay Singh seeks FIR over alleged Ram Mandir donation scam

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:25 PM

New Delhi/Ayodhya, June 18 (IANS) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh on Thursday formally demanded that an FIR be registered against officials of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, alleging large-scale corruption and theft of donations meant for the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.

Gujarat: Ahmedabad Civil Hospital gets CO2 laser machine for ENT surgeries

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:19 PM

Ahmedabad, June 18 (IANS) The Ahmedabad Civil Hospital has added an advanced CO2 laser machine worth Rs two crore to its ENT department, expanding access to advanced surgical treatment for thousands of patients who rely on the state's largest government healthcare institution.

Paris is city of lights and colours: PM Modi to Indian diaspora

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:14 PM

Paris, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described Paris as “the city of lights, the city of colours,” emphasising that the French capital embodies art, ideas and inspiration for innovation.

Football connects India and France: PM Modi

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:14 PM

Paris, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that football is another strong bond that connects India and France, adding that the passion for the sport is visible in both countries.

India and France to launch Trishna satellite in 2027: PM Modi

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:14 PM

Paris, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that India and France will jointly launch the TRISHNA satellite next year, a mission designed to contribute to global water and food security.

'Kala Hiran' film row: Producer Amit Jani files FIR over death threats, seeks enhanced security

IANS | June 18, 2026 11:01 PM

Jodhpur, June 18 (IANS) Film Producer Amit Jani has lodged an FIR at the Ratanada Police Station in Rajasthan's Jodhpur, alleging that he has received fresh death threats linked to his upcoming film "Kala Hiran" (Blackbuck).

Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20: Aneeshwar Gautam to lead Hubli Tigers in Season 5

IANS | June 18, 2026 10:59 PM

Bengaluru, June 18 (IANS) Hubli Tigers announced Aneeshwar Gautam as captain for the fifth edition of the Maharaja Trophy KSCA T20 to be played in Bengaluru on Thursday. The franchise also unveiled its team jersey and launched the official Hubli Tigers anthem ahead of the upcoming season.

French President bids warm farewell to PM Modi ahead of departure from Paris

IANS | June 18, 2026 10:56 PM

Paris, June 18 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday bid a warm farewell to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the Prime Minister is about to depart from Paris, returning from his successful visit to France and Slovakia.

Tommy Paul notches 7th straight win at Queen’s Club

IANS | June 18, 2026 10:45 PM

London, June 18 (IANS) Tommy Paul of the United States continued his march in the HSBC Championships at the Queen's Club in London, bringing out some of his best tennis to get the better of Botic van de Zandschulp, progressing to the quarterfinals on Thursday.