Women's WC: Bishop urges India to channel 1983 WC spirit in high-stake semifinal clash against Australia

IANS | October 29, 2025 4:10 PM

Navi Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Former West Indies fast bowler Ian Bishop believes India must draw inspiration from their iconic 1983 Men’s ODI World Cup triumph to overcome Australia's aura of invincibility in their high-stakes 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup semi-final against the reigning champions at the DY Patil Stadium on Thursday.

Poverty on rise in Bangladesh amid political instability, Yunus fails to deliver: Report

IANS | October 29, 2025 4:08 PM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) Poverty is on the rise in Bangladesh as the political instability in post-Hasina Bangladesh has led to a decline in investment and industrial growth, according to an article in the Asian Lite newspaper.

President Murmu poses with Rafale pilot Pakistan claimed to have captured during 'Operation Sindoor'

IANS | October 29, 2025 4:06 PM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) In a powerful display of India’s air prowess, President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday completed a 30-minute sortie in a Rafale fighter jet at the Ambala Air Force Station — becoming the first Indian President to fly in both the Sukhoi-30 MKI and Rafale jets.

Brook 'disappointed' with series ODI loss to NZ, rues England’s batting display

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:59 PM

Hamilton, Oct 29 (IANS) England captain Harry Brook expressed disappointment in the team’s performance after their loss to New Zealand in the second ODI here at Seddon Park, which handed the hosts a 2–0 unassailable lead in the three-match series.

Sensex, Nifty end higher on India-US trade deal hopes and positive global cues

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:57 PM

Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Indian stock markets closed higher on Wednesday, supported by strong global cues and optimism ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s policy decision.

Karnataka’s Centre of Excellence in space tech to incubate and accelerate startups

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 29 (IANS) India’s first state-level Centre of Excellence (CoE) in space technology in Karnataka is all set to incubate and accelerate startups in the space sector.

Oman replace Pakistan at Men’s Hockey Junior World Cup lineup

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:45 PM

Lausanne, Oct 29 (IANS) The International Hockey Federation (FIH) has announced that Oman will join the list of participating teams for the upcoming Men’s Junior World Cup in Tamil Nadu 2025, following Pakistan's late withdrawal from the tournament.

Ananya Panday gears up for birthday, adorably asks fans to "wish her"

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:45 PM

Mumbai Oct 29 (IANS) Bollywood actress Ananya Panday, who is super-pepped for her birthday on 30th October, has been sharing multiple stories on her social media account that feature her pre-birthday celebrations.

Bharti Singh wishes for a baby girl, says she’d love to dress her up like Deepika-Ranveer’s daughter Dua

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:44 PM

Mumbai Oct 29 (IANS) Indian television host Bharti Singh is all set to embrace motherhood for the second time.

'Laikey Laikaa' leads Rasha Thadani and Abhay Verma drop a fun video full of “cringe” jokes

IANS | October 29, 2025 3:44 PM

Mumbai, Oct 29 (IANS) Actress Rasha Thadani and actor Abhay Verma recently took to their social media accounts in a collab post to share a funny video of them cracking cringe jokes.