China codifies assimilation policies into law threatening ethnic minority identity: Report

IANS | March 15, 2026 1:29 PM

Beijing, March 15 (IANS) China is increasingly restricting the minority autonomy in education, language, and religion through both political campaigns and legal reforms. By codifying assimilation policies into law, Beijing is entering a new stage of frontier governance -- one aimed not just at managing ethnic diversity but fundamentally reshaping it, a report said on Sunday.

Theegala climbs back into top 10 as Aberg widens lead at Players Championship

IANS | March 15, 2026 1:25 PM

Ponte Vedra (USA) March 15 (IANS) Indian-American Sahith Theegala shot a 4-under 68 to climb back into the top 10 with one round remaining at the $25 million Players Championship.

‘Once a Dilliwala, always a Dilliwala,’ says Delhi Capitals after Pietersen steps down as mentor ahead of IPL 2026

IANS | March 15, 2026 1:16 PM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) Delhi Capitals bid farewell to the team’s now-former mentor Kevin Pietersen after the England veteran announced on Saturday that he was stepping down from his role, stating that he could not commit the time it requires. The 45-year-old, however, will be back in the commentary box for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

FASTag annual pass fee revised to Rs 3,075 from April 1 for FY27: NHAI

IANS | March 15, 2026 1:05 PM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Sunday announced a revision in the FASTag annual pass fee for the financial year 2026–27.

EAM Jaishankar to embark on Belgium visit today, discuss strengthening ties with EU

IANS | March 15, 2026 1:01 PM

New Delhi, March 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Sunday will embark on his visit to Belgium, where he will be attending the European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs Council and bilateral meetings with EU leadership and Belgian counterparts, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.

Kriti Kharbanda shares her love story with Pulkit Samrat through pictures

IANS | March 15, 2026 12:57 PM

Mumbai, March 15 (IANS) Actress Kriti Kharbanda decided to share her love story with Pulkit Samrat through pictures in her latest Instagram post on their second wedding anniversary.

Cong-led UDF united and ready; regime change certain in Kerala, says Ramesh Chennithala

IANS | March 15, 2026 12:51 PM

Thrissur, March 15 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Sunday asserted that the opposition Congress-led United Democratic Front is fully prepared to face the upcoming Kerala Legislative Assembly election, expressing confidence that a change of government in Kerala was inevitable.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iraq confirms Mexico travel by private plane for play-off

IANS | March 15, 2026 12:46 PM

Baghdad, March 15 (IANS) Iraq Football Association chief Adnan Dirjal has confirmed on Sunday that the team will take part in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 intercontinental play-off, which will be held in Monterrey, Mexico, on March 31.

Indian Wells Open: Unseeded Andreozzi & Guinard win maiden ATP Masters 1000 title together

IANS | March 15, 2026 12:36 PM

Indian Wells, March 15 (IANS) Unseeded pair Guido Andreozzi and Manuel Guinard produced a composed performance to secure their first ATP Masters 1000 title together, defeating cousins Arthur Rinderknech and Valentin Vacherot 7-6(3), 6-3 in the doubles final of the Indian Wells Open.

Pakistan's social, legal system allows honour killings to continue: Report

IANS | March 15, 2026 12:31 PM

Colombo, March 15 (IANS) The continued cycle of honour killings across Pakistan reflects a legal framework that has long offered perpetrators an escape route under the guise of religious justice.