Indian National Racing Challenge 2W: Rakshith Dave, Kabilesh Rajini Krishnan score big

IANS | August 16, 2026 6:18 PM

Chennai, Aug 16 (IANS) Rakshith Dave, a gifted rider from Chennai and only 18 years old, who survived a horrific crash on Saturday, was handed the biggest victory of his career as he got promoted to the top step of the podium following a 30-second penalty to the race winner Chiranth Vishwanath from Bengaluru in the premier Super Sport 301-400cc class as the first round of the Indian National Racing Challenge 2W-2026 concluded at the Madras International Circuit, here on Sunday.

Amaal Mallik reveals how he deals with creative differences in the industry

Akshay Acharya | August 16, 2026 6:12 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Music composer Amaal Mallik, who has composed the song ‘Yeh Awarapan’ from the recently released Emraan Hashmi-starrer ‘Awarapan 2’, has shared how he deals with creative differences in the work environment.

Sunny Leone offers prayers at ISKCON temple with husband Daniel Weber

IANS | August 16, 2026 6:05 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Actress Sunny Leone offered prayers at the ISKCON temple, along with husband Daniel Weber on Sunday, to seek blessings for her upcoming movie.

Ricky Ponting calls for 'change' after Australia's 'very embarrassing' Bangladesh defeat

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:59 PM

Darwin, Aug 16 (IANS) Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has called for a change in the Test team after their recent loss to Bangladesh in Darwin on Sunday. Australia's batting has been facing growing scrutiny recently, and it all compounded when the Aussies were catapulted in their own backyard despite being at full strength as Bangladesh scripted a nine-wicket victory.

Indian naval ships reflect India's maritime presence at overseas ports on Independence Day: Navy

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:53 PM

Muscat, Aug 16 (IANS) The Indian Navy on Sunday said that the country's maritime presence was reflected with Indian naval ships at various ports overseas, including Muscat, Ponta Delgada, and Djibouti, on Independence Day.

Bangladesh's middle class struggles as rising living costs erode financial cushion

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:53 PM

New Delhi, Aug 16 (IANS) Bangladesh’s middle-class households are finding it increasingly difficult to balance everyday expenses, as persistently high inflation, rising energy costs and stagnant real incomes steadily erode their purchasing power and savings, a report has said.

Rumer Willis shares heartwarming pictures from sister Tallulah’s wedding: You are a treasure, I wish you the deepest love

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:48 PM

Los Angeles, Aug 16 (IANS) Hollywood actress Rumer Willis is over the moon with her sister Tallulah Willis tying the knot. The actress took to her Instagram on Sunday, and shared a series of pictures from the wedding ceremony of Tallulah and Justin Acee.

India hands over specialised tools to Seychelles, improving safety and readiness of Coast Guard

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:29 PM

Victoria, Aug 16 (IANS) India handed over specialised calibrated tools and repaired electronic units to Seychelles, strengthening defence and maritime cooperation, the indian High Commission in Victoria said on Sunday.

Varun Dhawan wishes birthday to the 'chillest' dad as David Dhawan turns 75

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:28 PM

Mumbai, Aug 16 (IANS) Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan wished a happy birthday to the 'chillest' dad as filmmaker David Dhawan turned 75 years old on Sunday.

India must target $10 trillion GDP to truly achieve Viksit Bharat 2047: Report

IANS | August 16, 2026 5:27 PM

New Delhi/Jerusalem, Aug 16 (IANS) If India is to realise the vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047' in its true sense, the country will need to significantly expand the size of its economy, with the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) required to reach at least $10 trillion, according to a recent report.