Justice Varma cash row: Panel rejects his defence, finds charges proved (Lead)

IANS | August 12, 2026 6:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) A three-member inquiry committee constituted by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has found all three charges against former Delhi High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma proved in connection with the discovery of unexplained cash at his official residence in New Delhi, as per its report tabled in both Houses of Parliament on Wednesday.

PGTI Tour: Kshitij Naveed Kaul takes clubhouse lead before rain halts play in Kolkata

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:50 PM

Kolkata, Aug 12 (IANS) Kshitij Naveed Kaul carded a four-under 66 to take a one-shot clubhouse lead before heavy rain forced the suspension of the second round of the Coal India Open at Tollygunge Club in Kolkata on Wednesday.

Strong field set for Asian Junior Open & Girls Chess Championship 2026

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:34 PM

Mumbai, Aug 12 (IANS) A strong field of 157 players, representing 10 countries, among them six International Masters and 24 FIDE Masters and Women FIDE Masters, will feature in the Asian Junior Chess Championships 2026, to be hosted by the Maharashtra Chess Association, from August 16 to 26, 2026.

9 women CEOs, 25 MDs among India’s top 500 listed firms: Govt data

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Women remain significantly underrepresented in the top leadership ranks of India's largest listed companies, with only nine serving as chief executive officers and 25 as managing directors across the country's top 500 listed firms, the Parliament has been informed.

China’s leadership ignoring domestic consumers in pursuit of big projects: Report

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) China’s leadership is continuing with its thrust on developing its “AI plus” initiative, pushing for breakthroughs in frontier technology, building new pillar industries in pursuit of national power while ignoring its weak consumer demand at home, which enables the country to export goods at cheap prices and pile up a trade surplus, according to an article in Foreign Policy magazine.

Jr NTR undergoes arthroscopic surgery after shoulder injury, to fully-recover in 2-3 months

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:23 PM

Mumbai, Aug 12 (IANS) Actor Jr NTR, who suffered an injury to his shoulder, underwent shoulder surgery on Wednesday at KIMS Hospitals. After close consultation and follow-up care with a dedicated team of medical specialists, it was determined that he would benefit from arthroscopic surgery to facilitate a quicker and more complete recovery.

Tests against SL crucial for WTC final aspirations, identifying future spin bowling leaders, says Kartik

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Former India left-arm spinner Murali Kartik believes the upcoming Test series in Sri Lanka starting on Saturday will be crucial in establishing India’s next generation of spin bowlers, as veteran left-arm spin bowling all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja approaches the twilight of his international career.

Sussex all-rounder Danny Lamb calls time on career at 30 after neck injury

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Sussex all-rounder Danny Lamb has announced his retirement from professional cricket at the age of 30 after a serious neck injury brought his career to an untimely end.

South Korea, India vow closer ties in customs affairs

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:10 PM

Seoul, Aug 12 (IANS) The South Korean customs agency said on Wednesday it has agreed with its Indian counterpart to bolster cooperation in customs affairs and facilitate smoother trade between the two countries.

Hanoi: Visiting NCC delegation briefed on robust India-Vietnam defence ties

IANS | August 12, 2026 5:04 PM

Hanoi, Aug 12 (IANS) A 15-member delegation from the National Cadet Corps (NCC), currently on a tour of Vietnam as part of the Annual Youth Exchange Programme, visited the Indian Embassy in Hanoi on Wednesday and interacted with Ambassador Tshering W Sherpa.