Transition to state-of-the-art facility, Women's ODI WC win high points of tenure: Laxman

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:12 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 9 (IANS) Reflecting on his tenure at the helm of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Centre of Excellence (CoE), former India batter VVS Laxman on Sunday cited the transition to world-class infrastructure and the Indian women's team's historic 2025 ODI World Cup triumph as the ultimate highlights of his stint.

FairPoint: Netas, reels and the race for Gen Z

Deepika Bhan | August 9, 2026 4:11 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) It is quite an interesting phenomenon that has taken over the country. Almost everyone is talking about this group -- some with admiration, some in awe, some with fear, and many more with curiosity. Gen Z has become the new catchword. Whether inside homes, communities, industries or, of course, the political world, everyone seems to have suddenly discovered this generation.

Madhoo on her equation with her daughters: There are no secrets in our family

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:08 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Veteran actress Madhoo revealed that she enjoys an extremely close bond with her children and family. During her exclusive interaction with IANS, Madhoo said that despite getting on each other's nerves at times, they have no secrets between them.

'Every athlete dreams…': CWG medallists excited to meet PM Modi

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:04 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) India's Commonwealth Games medallists, who are set to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, expressed excitement about having a face-to-face conversation with the Prime Minister, calling it "every athlete's dream to have such an experience".

'If PMs Modi, Rahman meet...': Indian envoy expresses confidence about sorting out bilateral problems

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:04 PM

Dhaka, Aug 9 (IANS) India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Dinesh Trivedi, on Sunday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman as "people's persons" and expressed confidence about sorting out problems between the two nations if the two leaders hold a meeting, local media reported.

Tusshar Kapoor recalls how his son got excited after seeing vanity van for the first time

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:04 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Actor Tusshar Kapoor recalled how his son Laksshya got excited after seeing the vanity van for the first time.

Akshay Kumar on why it is important to add logic to fantasy

IANS | August 9, 2026 4:00 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Actor Akshay Kumar explained why it is important to add logic to even the fantasy dramas.

Ayushmann Khurrana reveals his favourite comedy movie of all times

IANS | August 9, 2026 3:56 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Actor Ayushmann Khurrana opened up about his favourite comedy movie of all time while speaking exclusively to IANS.

When Pankaj Tripathi kept long hair after being inspired by Sanjay Dutt

IANS | August 9, 2026 3:48 PM

Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Renowned actor Pankaj Tripathi once revealed that he kept long hair for some time after being inspired by Bollywood hunk Sanjay Dutt.

BrahMos emerges as India's defence export star after Op Sindoor, draws global interest: Report

IANS | August 9, 2026 3:47 PM

New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) The accuracy and lethality of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile played a crucial role in prompting Pakistan to swiftly call for a ceasefire during Operation Sindoor, as the weapon demonstrated its capability to successfully evade Chinese-origin air defence systems deployed by it, according to a new report.