From local to global: Haryana Minister talks about Surajkund mela's expanding reach

IANS | January 31, 2026 8:02 PM

Faridabad, Jan 31 (IANS) The 39th edition of the Surajkund International Crafts Mela commenced today, January 31, in Faridabad, Haryana, attracting a wave of excitement and enthusiasm from across the globe. The mela, which will run until February 15, has been transformed into a grand celebration of crafts, arts, and cultural diversity, with Egypt as the partner nation this year.

Pakistani terror groups pose grave threat to South Asia's security: Report

IANS | January 31, 2026 7:55 PM

Washington, Jan 31 (IANS) Western societies, media, and governments remain largely short-sighted on "jihad terrorism", failing to understand or effectively confront its depth, motivations, and evolving tactics in Pakistan and beyond, a report said on Saturday. Taking advantage of the situation, Pakistan has been backing terror groups on its territory that indulge in territorial expansionism, ethnic cleansing, and wider regional Islamisation.

Pakistan's Sikhs face systematic persecution, targetted abductions: Report

IANS | January 31, 2026 7:28 PM

Islamabad, Jan 31 (IANS) While Pakistan's constitution guarantees equality and protection for religious minorities, the reality reflects "repeated betrayal". For Pakistani minorities, true reform goes beyond rhetoric, requiring independent investigations, prompt enforcement of court orders, accountability for biased officials, and protection against exploitation of blasphemy laws or mob violence, a report said on Saturday.

Ankita Raina delivers commanding performance on day 1 of Mumbai Open WTA 125K qualifier

IANS | January 31, 2026 7:17 PM

Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Indian veteran Ankita Raina delivered a solid performance, defeating Akanksha Nitture in straight sets on Day 1 of the 2026 Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series at Maharashtra State Lawn Tennis Association (MSLTA). The winners on that day also included Kristina Sidorova, Anastasia Kulikova, Zuzanna Pawlikowska, Misaki Matsuda, Nicole Fossa Huergo, Peangtarn Plipuech, and Yasmine Kabbaj.

Neelam Kothari reveals she was the one behind Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan's iconic love story

IANS | January 31, 2026 6:57 PM

Mumbai Jan 31 (IANS) Gracing the stage of Indian Idol during its special ‘Season of Love’ celebrations, Bollywood diva Neelam Kothari left everyone stunned with her candid confession. The actress disclosed a little-known secret behind Bollywood’s most iconic love story, Shah Rukh Khan and Gauri Khan , revealing how she was the reason behind their romance.