India's Rs 42 lakh crore PMS industry at defining inflection point: SEBI

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:40 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India's portfolio management services (PMS) industry -- which manages assets worth around Rs 42 lakh crore and serves more than 2.1 lakh investor accounts -- is at a defining inflection point and has the potential to emerge as a major pillar of the country's investment ecosystem, a senior Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) official said on Thursday.

'Govt should release whichever report available': Ahmedabad plane crash victim's father seeks answers ahead of first anniversary

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:38 PM

Ahmedabad, June 11 (IANS) Ahead of the first anniversary of the devastating Ahmedabad plane crash, families of the victims continue to grapple with grief and unanswered questions. Among them is Anil Patel, who lost his son, Harshit Patel, and daughter-in-law, Pooja Patel, in the tragedy, and has urged the government to release any available findings from the investigation without further delay.

PoK on edge as protests escalate, agencies warn of major humanitarian crisis

Vicky Nanjappa | June 11, 2026 1:37 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Indian and international agencies have warned of a potential humanitarian crisis in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), a region that has recently witnessed killings and widespread protests. Officials caution that the situation could escalate into large-scale human rights violations if urgent measures are not taken.

Madhoo reminisces about 90s nightlife, shares how Manoj Bajpayee met her at a nightclub

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:36 PM

Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Veteran actress Madhoo has opened up about her lively days in the 1990s. Speaking exclusively to IANS, she recalled how she used to enjoy Mumbai’s nightlife with her college and school friends rather than people from the film industry.

3 Indian sailors, initially missing, confirmed dead in US attack on vessel off Oman

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:27 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Three Indian sailors, who were reportedly missing after the US forces attacked a vessel off the coast of Oman earlier this week, have been confirmed dead in the deadly attacks.

Poonam Dhillon recalls iconic clap step from 'Yeh Vaada Raha', says Rishi Kapoor was the 'king of romance'

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:21 PM

Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Veteran actress Poonam Dhillon took a trip down memory lane as she revisited memories from the 1982 film 'Yeh Vaada Raha' and fondly remembered her late co-star Rishi Kapoor, describing him as the "king of romance".

Women's T20 WC: Australia coach Nitschke 'hopeful' for Litchfield to play opener amid injury concern

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:16 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Australia's preparations for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup have been clouded by a fitness concern surrounding Phoebe Litchfield, but the defending champions remain optimistic that the young batter will be available for their opening fixture against South Africa.

Govt employees announce protest in Balochistan demanding increase in minimum wage

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:11 PM

Quetta, June 11 (IANS) The grand alliance of various government employees' associations and trade unions have announced two-day protest and sit-in camps in Pakistan's Balochistan to raise their demands and protest against the government's actions against workers who are involved in the struggle for their rights, local media reported on Thursday.

Ismail Darbar reveals 'Tadap Tadap' wasn't initially made for Salman Khan's 'HDDCS'; recalls emotional KK memory

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:08 PM

Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) One of the most iconic heartbreak songs in Hindi cinema, 'Tadap Tadap Ke' from 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam', was originally not composed for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film.

Collective efforts of Centre, states to play pivotal role in realising Viksit Bharat vision: PM Modi

IANS | June 11, 2026 1:08 PM

New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that the Centre and states were working together to accelerate the country’s growth momentum to achieve the goal of a developed India by 2047.