LoP Rahul Gandhi condemns Kulgam terror attack, demands harshest punishment for perpetrators

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:57 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Saturday strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kulgam district that claimed the lives of two migrant workers from Chhattisgarh, describing the incident as "extremely tragic" and calling for the strictest action against those responsible.

India, Rwanda to deepen bilateral trade, boost business-to-business engagement

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) India and Rwanda have committed to expand bilateral trade and boost business-to-business engagement, as they reviewed the current state of bilateral trade in goods and services, an official statement said on Saturday.

Mahindra & Mahindra's July auto sales rise 26 pc to 1,03,860 units

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:41 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Automobile manufacturer Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. on Saturday said its overall auto sales for July 2026 stood at 1,03,860 vehicles, a growth of 26 per cent year-on-year, including exports.

'It's about time I repay them': Foden after signing new City deal

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Phil Foden says he is determined to repay Manchester City's faith in him after signing a new long-term contract, with the England midfielder viewing the arrival of new manager Enzo Maresca as the perfect opportunity for a fresh start following two difficult seasons.

Shilpa Shetty gives peek into her ‘Nepal Diaries’ as she visits Pashupatinath Temple

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:36 PM

Mumbai, Aug 1 (IANS) Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty is currently in Nepal and gave a glimpse into her visit in the revered Pashupatinath Temple.

Over 5.9 crore taxpayers file ITRs by July 31 for AY 2026-27

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:31 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) More than 5.9 crore income tax returns (ITRs) have been filed for the Assessment Year (AY) 2026-27 by the July 31 deadline, the Income Tax Department said on Saturday, while thanking taxpayers for their timely compliance.

J&K CM Abdullah announces Rs 10 lakh ex gratia relief to next of kin of Kulgam terror attack victims

IANS | August 1, 2026 1:08 PM

Srinagar, Aug 1 (IANS) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, on Saturday condemned the Kulgam terror attack and announced ex gratia relief of Rs 10 lakh each to the next of kin of the two victims.

Century in Melbourne defined Rahane's character, says Pujara in glowing tribute to former teammate

IANS | August 1, 2026 12:54 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) Terming Ajinkya Rahane's match-winning century against Australia in the 2020 Boxing Day Test in Melbourne as a ‘character-defining’ moment, former India batter Cheteshwar Pujara praised his long-time batting partner's leadership and generosity, following him announcing his retirement from international cricket.

Taipei Open: Tanvi Sharma enters final with dominant straight-games win

IANS | August 1, 2026 12:52 PM

Taipei, Aug 1 (IANS) Tanvi Sharma continued her impressive run at the Taipei Open 2026 by storming into the women's singles final with a commanding straight-games victory, keeping India's title hopes alive at the BWF Super 300 tournament.

Escalating unrest in PoK leaves over 50 dead, hundreds injured in Pakistani crackdown

IANS | August 1, 2026 12:41 PM

Islamabad, Aug 1 (IANS) As unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) continues to escalate, more than 50 people have been killed and hundreds injured over the past four days in a brutal crackdown by Pakistani forces in the occupied territory.