Pakistan talking peace while waging war with Afghanistan: Report

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:56 PM

Islamabad, May 5 (IANS) Pakistan is talking peace while waging war with Afghanistan. While portraying itself as a diplomatic actor committed to talks by attending formal and informal negotiations, backing Track 1.5 processes in Istanbul and indicating openness for de-escalation, Pakistan is also using coercion and pressure to influence Afghanistan, a report has detailed.

President Trump congratulates PM Modi on historic, decisive election victory: WH spokesman

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:23 PM

Washington, May 5 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on what the White House described as a “historic, and decisive election victory” in West Bengal, where the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured a breakthrough win.

IPL 2026: 'We’re striving for that perfect game,' says Haddin, confident as PBKS eye return to winning ways

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:19 PM

Hyderabad, May 5 (IANS) Punjab Kings (PBKS) are focused on returning to winning ways as they face Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Despite two narrow losses recently, the Kings remain at the top of the table with 13 points and are focused on playing their best cricket as the season enters its final weeks.

US launches mission to break Gulf blockade

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:11 PM

Washington, May 5 (IANS) The United States has launched a military mission to break what it calls Iran’s blockade of commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, deploying warships and aircraft to escort vessels through one of the world’s most critical oil routes.

NSA Doval, Vietnam President To Lam discuss strengthening strategic partnership

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:06 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval called on Vietnam's President To Lam on Tuesday, holding discussions on strengthening comprehensive strategic partnership between the two nations.

Larsen & Toubro Q4 profit slips 3 pc to Rs 5,326 crore

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:03 PM

Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Larsen and Toubro (L&T) on Tuesday reported a 3 per cent decline in consolidated net profit for the March quarter (Q4 FY26).

Cabinet clears proposal to increase Supreme Court judges' strength

IANS | May 5, 2026 8:00 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the introduction of the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, in the Parliament to increase the sanctioned strength of judges in the apex court.

Scotland announce balanced 15-man squad for tour of Nepal

IANS | May 5, 2026 7:59 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) Scotland have announced an exciting and balanced squad for their upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tour of Nepal, where they will face both the hosts and the United States in a crucial phase of the competition.

Rashmika Mandanna wraps up the Kerala schedule for 'Mysaa'

IANS | May 5, 2026 7:58 PM

Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Actress Rashmika Mandanna has concluded the long and crucial schedule of her upcoming drama "Mysaa" in Kerala.

India to supply 30 dialysis units, 40 fishing boats to Jamaica

IANS | May 5, 2026 7:54 PM

Kingston, May 5 (IANS) India will be supplying 30 dialysis units along with 40 fishing boats with engines, 200 GPS devices and related equipment to Jamaica, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Tuesday.