Nagaland sees boost in CSR funding with targeted, need-based projects: FM Sitharaman
Kohima, Nov 15 (IANS) Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) investments in Nagaland have not only surged but are increasingly being aligned with local development priorities, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday during her three-day visit to the state. After inaugurating the AI & Future Skills Centre of Excellence at Nagaland Tool Room and Training […]
3rd Hockey India Jr Women Academy C’ship to kick off in Kurukshetra
New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) The 3rd Hockey India Junior Women Academy Championship 2025 (Zone A & B) is all set to showcase young talent, beginning at Kurukshetra University, Haryana, on Sunday, November 16. The final match is scheduled for November 23. Fifteen academy teams from across the country will compete for top honours in […]
Japan Masters: India’s campaign ends as Lakshya Sen bows out in semis
Kumamoto, Nov 15 (IANS) Lakshya Sen bowed out in the semifinal of the Japan Masters, a BWF World Tour Super 500 event, losing in three games to hometown favourite Kenta Nishimoto in Kumamoto on Saturday. Lakshya started strongly, building an 8-3 lead in the opening game, but Nishimoto turned the momentum with a seven-point burst […]
Adani Ahmedabad Marathon unveils official jersey ahead of 9th edition
Ahmedabad, Nov 15 (IANS) The official jersey for the 9th Adani Ahmedabad Marathon was revealed at Palladium Mall on Saturday, in front of fitness enthusiasts and local runners. The unveiling showcased a striking artwork crafted from 15,000 recycled plastic bottle caps, symbolising a unique blend of creativity, sustainability, and patriotism – an ode to our […]
IPL 2026: Pathirana, Conway, Rachin among major names released by CSK
New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) Chennai Super Kings have released 12 players, including two through trades, from their squad ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 auction. While Ravindra Jadeja’s trade to Rajasthan Royals grabbed attention on Saturday morning, the franchise also let go of the Kiwi duo Rachin Ravindra and Devon Conway in a […]
IPL 2026: Gujarat Titans retain core squad with Gill, Buttler, and Sudharsan
Mumbai, Nov 15 (IANS) Gujarat Titans have doubled down on continuity ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, retaining a powerful core featuring captain Shubman Gill, Jos Buttler, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada, as the franchise submitted its final list of retained and released players to the BCCI before […]
Emraan Hashmi: You can’t expect ‘Shanghai’ to do the business of a ‘Murder’
Mumbai, Nov 15 (IANS) Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi, who is receiving a lot of positive response to his recently released film ‘Haq’, has shared that he was always aware about the impact of his work. The actor spoke with IANS during the promotional run of the film, and said that he doesn’t expect films made […]
1st Test: Jadeja takes four as South Africa reduced to 93/7, lead India by 63 runs
Kolkata, Nov 15 (IANS) Ravindra Jadeja spun a web around South Africa’s batting line-up to claim four wickets while bowling from the Pavilion End as the visitors were reduced to 93/7 in 35 overs at stumps on day two of the first Test at Eden Gardens on Saturday. Though South Africa have a lead of […]
ISSF World C’ship: Indian shooters miss out on medals in Standard Pistol
New Delhi, Nov 15 (IANS) Olympian Gurpreet Singh’s ninth-place finish was the best the Indian shooters could manage as they could not secure any medals in the 25m Standard Pistol event in the ISSF World Championships 2025 at the Olympic Shooting Range in Cairo, Egypt, on Saturday. China’s Yao Qianxun continued her impressive run in […]
Maharashtra Cricket Association felicitates Smriti Mandhana with Rs 50 lakh award
Mumbai, Nov 15 (IANS) The Maharashtra Cricket Association (MCA) extended heartfelt congratulations to India vice-captain Smriti Mandhana and felicitated her with a Rs 50 lakh award on Saturday for her role in India winning the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup a few days back. Mandhana played a key role in India’s historic triumph at the […]
