Trump shifts away from claims of having 'stopped' war between India, Pakistan

IANS | June 19, 2025 7:52 AM

Washington, June 19 (IANS) In a matter of hours, US President Donald Trump shifted from his claims of having "stopped" the war between India and Pakistan, and gave credit to "two very smart people, (who) decided not to keep going with that war that could have been a nuclear" one without claiming a mediatory role for himself.

Sri Lanka fight back late after Rahim, Litton's show on rainy day

IANS | June 18, 2025 11:57 PM

Galle, June 18 (IANS) What began as a continuation of Bangladesh's batting dominance on Day 2 at Galle turned sharply in the final session, as Sri Lanka clawed their way back into the contest with a flurry of wickets following a rain delay. At stumps, Bangladesh were 484 for the loss of 9 wickets — a significant total, but one that could have been even more imposing given their earlier position of strength.