IPL 2026: ‘Not everyone can pull off what he has done,’ says Shardul as Rohit completes 15 years with MI

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:59 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Mumbai Indians stalwart Rohit Sharma on Friday marked a remarkable 15 years with the franchise, a journey that has seen him evolve from a promising batsman into the most successful captain in IPL history. As the celebrations continued, seamer Shardul Thakur offered heartfelt words for Rohit in front of the players and support staff in the dressing room, highlighting the other side of his leadership.

Kajol gives her thumps up to The Academy picking 'DDLJ' as one of the favourite romance films

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:56 PM

Mumbai, April 11 (IANS) Even after more than 3 decades of release, "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" remains the favourite of many movie buffs, including Bollywood actress Kajol.

India, Saudi Arabia take stock of West Asia situation, to ensure supply chain continuity

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:49 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal had a virtual call with Dr Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi, Minister of Commerce of Saudi Arabia, and expressed optimism that the recently announced ceasefire would pave the way to lasting peace and security in the region, a ministry statement said on Saturday.

I don't see any competition with Pak: Tharoor dismisses Oppn's concerns on West Asia, backs India's policy

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:44 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday defended India's approach to the ongoing West Asia conflict, stating that New Delhi is playing a "very good" role by actively engaging with regional leaders, while rejecting the Opposition's allegations that Pakistan's emerging role as a mediator reflects poorly on India's foreign policy.

‘India Pharma 2026’ to drive India’s transition to global innovation hub

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:37 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Aligned with India’s vision of emerging as a global pharma innovation hub, the ‘India Pharma 2026’ aims to accelerate the sector’s transition from a volume-driven model to a value- and innovation-led global powerhouse, according to an official statement on Saturday.

The era of Sooryavanshi has just begun: Saba Karim

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:36 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batsman Saba Karim highlighted the emergence of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who set the pace with an explosive 78-run innings, continuing his impressive performance at the top of the order. Karim stated that the 15-year-old’s ‘era has just begun.’

Armed men blow up key gas pipeline in Balochistan, disrupting supply

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:34 PM

Islamabad, April 11 (IANS) Gas supply to Sibi district and its surrounding areas in Pakistan's Balochistan province was disrupted after unidentified armed men blew up a pipeline, according to officials, local media reported.

Before elections, Trinamool has again started dirty trick of fake video: PM Modi

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:33 PM

Kolkata, April 11 (IANS) Prime Minister, Narendra Modi claimed on Saturday that before the Assembly elections in West Bengal, the Trinamool Congress had again started the dirty trick of circulating fake videos in the market to gain political mileage out of that.

Buyers criticise ‘poor quality’ China’s clean energy for creating costly ‘dependencies’

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:26 PM

New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) China’s push to become a global supplier of renewable energy technology is drawing sharp criticism from Africa, South Asia and Latin America, alleging Chinese solar panels, wind turbines and batteries to be low‑quality and poorly suited to local conditions, a new report has said.

IPL 2026: Unchanged Punjab Kings opt to bowl against Sunrisers Hyderabad

IANS | April 11, 2026 3:21 PM

New Chandigarh, April 11 (IANS) Punjab Kings won the toss and elected to bowl against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 17th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the PCA New International Cricket Stadium on Saturday. PBKS have not made any changes to their team, while Sunrisers Hyderabad has dropped Liam Livingston and Jaydev Unadkat. Praful Hinge is making his debut for the team, and Salil Arora is back in the playing XI.