Himanshu, Deeksha and Suraj posts wins in Rifle/Pistol trials

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:41 PM

Dehradun/New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) Himanshu Dhillon of Haryana clinched a last shot win over Parth Rakesh Mane of Maharashtra in the men’s 10m air rifle final, even as Uttar Pradesh’s Deeksha Vaishya and Madhya Pradesh’s Suraj Sharma won their respective matches, as the first finals of the T4 national selection trials for Rifle and Pistol shooters, unfolded at the Trishul Shooting range of the Maharana Pratap Sports College in Dehradun on Sunday.

Latest spell of storms exposes gap between preparedness and response in Pakistan: Report

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:31 PM

Islamabad, June 7 (IANS) The latest spell of storms in Pakistan, despite being predicted in advance have once again exposed the gap between preparedness and response. The recurrence of disruption under predictable conditions showcases a cycle that will continue to occur without meaningful intervention, a report has stated.

J&K: Rajouri resident mints money with poultry farm, inspires others to benefit from Central scheme

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:29 PM

Rajouri, June 7 (IANS) The impact of Central government-aided poultry farming under the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) is becoming increasingly visible.

Indian classical music concert in Riyadh highlights India-Saudi Arabia cultural ties

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:25 PM

Riyadh, June 7 (IANS) An Indian classical music performance was organised by the Embassy of India in Riyadh, highlighting the strong cultural ties between India and Saudi Arabia.

Suvendu Adhikari announces govt jobs for kin of BJP workers killed in post-poll violence

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:23 PM

Kolkata, June 7 (IANS) Before coming to power, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had said that he would stand by the BJP workers who were killed in the post-election violence in the state in 2021. After taking oath as the Chief Minister, he had promised jobs to the families of the deceased.

China uses Tibet surveillance as blueprint for ethnic control: Report

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:15 PM

Beijing, June 7 (IANS) China's state policy uses Tibet surveillance as a blueprint for ethnic control through a comprehensive system using advanced technology, legal frameworks, educational assimilation, and religious restriction. The transformation of Tibet into an authoritarian laboratory under Chinese President Xi Jinping showcases a systematic approach to ethnic control that has consequences for human rights, cultural preservation, and global governance, a report has stated.

Tamim Iqbal elected BCB president, vows transparency and revival of Bangladesh cricket

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:14 PM

Dhaka, June 7 (IANS) Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has been elected president of the Bangladesh Cricket Board, promising greater transparency, improved facilities and a restoration of Bangladesh cricket's reputation after a turbulent period for the sport in the country.

MCC 'frustrated' by Lord's pitch after wicket-filled England-New Zealand Test

IANS | June 7, 2026 9:58 PM

London, June 7 (IANS) The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) has admitted it was "naturally frustrated" by the Lord's pitch used in the opening Test between England and New Zealand after concerns over excessive seam movement and variable bounce dominated discussion throughout the match.

Formula 1: Antonelli survives Monaco chaos to extend championship lead as seven drivers retire

IANS | June 7, 2026 9:38 PM

Monte Carlo, June 7 (IANS) Kimi Antonelli kept his cool amid late-race drama and a host of retirements to claim victory at the Monaco Grand Prix, extending his lead at the top of the Formula One Drivers' Championship standings.

Tech-driven crime on the rise in Bangladesh with increased AI users

IANS | June 7, 2026 9:32 PM

Dhaka, June 7 (IANS) Artificial Intelligence (AI) driven criminal tendencies are witnessing an alarming surge in Bangladesh, in parallel to the number of AI users expanding at an exponential rate, said a report on Sunday.