Pakistan legal system treats child marriage as procedural irregularity instead of violation of rights: Report

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:14 PM

London, May 3 (IANS) Pakistan's legal system continues to treat child marriage as a procedural irregularity and not a substantive violation of rights, with the Federal Constitutional Court's judgement in the Maria Shahbaz case on March 30 once again highlighting how this phenomenon is being treated in it, according to a report.

‘Closing the close games was very important,’ says GT assistant coach Vijay Dahiya on team’s turnaround

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:12 PM

Ahmedabad, May 3 (IANS) Gujarat Titans’ assistant coach Vijay Dahiya emphasised that the team’s knack for winning close matches has been crucial to their recent success in IPL 2026, highlighting the positive team environment following consecutive victories.

Iran wants guarantees of non-aggression from US

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:10 PM

Tehran, May 3 (IANS) Iran wants guarantees of non-aggression and the withdrawal of US military forces from the areas surrounding it in its response to the United States’ nine-point proposal, local media reported on Sunday.

Pakistan's children facing serious health risks with Lead exposure

IANS | May 3, 2026 8:07 PM

Islamabad, May 3 (IANS) Lead was found in the blood of four in 10 children aged 12-36 months living in seven high-risk areas of Pakistan, according to a new study by the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, and UNICEF.

Around 47 lakh domestic LPG cylinders delivered in a day against 47.4 lakh bookings

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:58 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) About 47 lakh domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders were delivered across the country on Saturday, indicating that there were no shortages or gaps in gas supply despite the military conflict in West Asia and the subsequent Strait of Hormuz blockade.

'You’re going to lose if you are off by even two per cent’: Ponting backs PBKS to respond after first setback

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:47 PM

Ahmedabad, May 3 (IANS) Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting struck a composed yet candid note ahead of the team’s IPL 2026 clash against Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Sunday, emphasising fine margins and execution as key factors following his side’s first defeat of the season.

West Asia crisis sparks debate over Pakistan's 'double policy' approach: Report

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:41 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) The ongoing crisis in West Asia has triggered a wider geopolitical debate over Pakistan's role in the region. according to a report analysts and observers increasingly questioned what they describe as a "dual" or "double policy" approach in Islamabad's foreign engagements.

Vizag-bound tanker with 46,313 tonnes of LPG sails safely through Hormuz (Lead)

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:40 PM

New Delhi, May 3 (IANS) MT Sarv Shakti, carrying 46,313 MT of LPG, safely sailed through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday and is expected to arrive at Visakhapatnam on May 13 with the Indian cooking gas cargo, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said on Sunday.

South Korea beat China to lift third Uber Cup

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:30 PM

Horsens (Denmark), May 3 (IANS) South Korea delivered an inspiring team performance to beat defending champions China 3-1 and secure their third Uber Cup title in Horsens on Sunday. This win highlights their growing strength in women’s team badminton.

IPL 2026: Raghuvanshi’s 59, Varun’s three-for help KKR beat SRH by seven-wicket

IANS | May 3, 2026 7:18 PM

Hyderabad, May 3 (IANS) Angkrish Raghuvanshi played a fine knock of 59 runs as Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) chased down a small target of 166 runs in just 18.2 overs and won the match by seven wickets against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium on Sunday.