From Nehru to Manmohan Singh, successive governments imposed curbs in emergency situations

Jayanta Bhattacharya | May 12, 2026 9:51 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to citizens to be pragmatic and responsible amid the current global volatility is being seen as a prudent set of measures preparing the country to be resilient enough to endure a period of sustained uncertainty and possible rise in international oil and energy prices.

'Words can't describe what it feels like to wear the Protea badge again,' says Ismail on WC call

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:48 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Shabnim Ismail says wearing the Protea badge again feels like an “honour” after the veteran fast bowler made a stunning return to South Africa’s squad for the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup nearly three years after announcing her retirement from international cricket.

Pakistan’s military tactics during conflict involve use of civilian areas: Report

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:38 PM

Islamabad, May 12 (IANS) India exercised significant restraint during Operation Sindoor last year, targetting high-value terror infrastructures and terrorists across Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) and Pakistan, despite being aware of military assets concealed within civilian areas. Indian forces chose not to target those locations to avoid civilian casualties, underscoring New Delhi’s emphasis on adhering to the laws of armed conflict — a standard Pakistan’s military has repeatedly failed to uphold.

Report flags reconstruction and relocation of terror facilities in Pakistan

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:36 PM

Washington, May 12 (IANS) The terror facilities in Pakistan, which had suffered a major damage during Operation Sindoor launched by the Indian military last year in the aftermath of the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, are now undergoing large-scale clearing work, with construction materials and supplies visible across the sites, indicating rebuilding activity.

'Shameful': NCP-SP's Fahad Ahmad slams Udhayanidhi Stalin over his anti-Sanatan remark

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:35 PM

Mumbai, May 12 (IANS) NCP-SP leader Fahad Ahmad on Tuesday criticised the Leader of Opposition in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, Udhayanidhi Stalin, over his anti-Sanatan remark, claiming the statement to be "childish and inappropriate".

IPL 2026: Sudharsan, Sundar help GT recover from early blows to post 168/5 against SRH

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:34 PM

Ahmedabad, May 12 (IANS) A composed half-century from Sai Sudharsan and a late flourish by Washington Sundar rescued Gujarat Titans from a shaky start and carried them to 168/5 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

IOS Sagar's visit to Chattogram underscores shared commitment towards peace in IOR

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:33 PM

Dhaka/New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Indian Naval ship INS Sunayna, deployed under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative, departed Bangladesh’s Chattogram after a successful port call marked by professional engagements, maritime cooperation, and cultural exchanges with the Bangladesh Navy, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday.

Concerns raised over rapid expansion of Pakistan’s military-intelligence activities in Bangladesh

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:28 PM

Dhaka, May 12 (IANS) Bangladesh and Pakistan began their first-ever Air Staff talks in Dhaka, days after Bangladeshi security agencies reportedly cracked down on a large Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) module within the Bangladesh Air Force (BAF), a report detailed on Tuesday.

Italian Open: Darderi stuns Zverev, saves four match points to book a quarterfinal spot

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:25 PM

Rome, May 12 (IANS) Italian crowd favourite Luciano Darderi produced one of the most remarkable turnarounds of the ATP season on Tuesday, fighting back from the brink to defeat second seed Alexander Zverev and book his place in the quarter-finals of the Italian Open for the first time.

NEET paper leak explained: Students’ rights, court cases, and what parents should know

IANS | May 12, 2026 9:21 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) The nationwide cancellation of the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test Undergraduate 2026 has brought the integrity of competitive and other examinations into the spotlight.