India at ‘extremely high’ doping risk, will work with AFI to safeguard the integrity of athletics: AIU chief David Howman

IANS | April 20, 2026 4:58 PM

Monaco, April 20 (IANS) Indian athletes are now required to follow stricter anti-doping regulations following the Athletics Federation of India’s (AFI) upgrade from ‘Category B’ to ‘Category A' under Rule 15 of the World Athletics’ Anti-Doping Rules. This decision by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) Board pertains to persistently “extremely high” doping risk in India, which has consistently ranked among the top two for the most Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) in athletics from 2022 to 2025.

IPL 2026: My goal is to now play for India across formats, says RCB pacer Rasikh

IANS | April 20, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler Rasikh Salam Dar said his ultimate ambition is to represent India across formats, and is open to representing the country in any form. In IPL 2026, Rasikh has picked five wickets in three games, including a match-winning effort of 4-24.