Deepak, Poonam progress as India begin Boxing World Cup campaign in China
New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Deepak and Poonam emerged as the lone Indian winners on the opening day of the Boxing World Cup (Stage 2) in China, advancing to the next round of their respective categories, while seven other Indian boxers suffered defeats. Competing in the women’s 54kg category, Poonam registered a convincing 5-0 victory […]
Union Govt constitutes search-cum-selection committee for National Sports Board under NSG Act, 2025
New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) The Union Government on Monday constituted the Search-cum Selection Committee for the National Sports Board under the National Sports Board (Search-cum Selection Committee) Rules, 2026, as per the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The Search-cum Selection Committee will be headed by Dr. T.V. Somanathan, Cabinet Secretary, as Chairperson and will […]
2026 FIFA WC: Sweden’s Potter hails Isak, Gyokeres partnership after win over Tunisia
Monterrey (Mexico), June 15 (IANS) Sweden manager Graham Potter praised the growing understanding between Liverpool’s Alexander Isak and Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres after both scored in a 5-1 win over Tunisia in Group F of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Monterrey, Mexico, on Sunday. Sweden moved to the top of Group F after Yasin Ayari […]
Nottingham Open: Zheng Qinwen rallies past Sakkari for first grass-court win of season
London, June 15 (IANS) China’s Zheng Qinwen battled back from a set down to defeat sixth-seeded Maria Sakkari of Greece 4-6, 7-6 (1), 6-4 at the WTA 250 Nottingham Open in London on Monday, claiming her first grass-court win of the season. The victory marked a positive start to Zheng’s grass-court campaign after a first-round […]
Telangana ready for 100% equity in Metro phase 2, Revanth demands Central NOC
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has announced that the State government is ready to take up the Metro Rail phase 2 project with 100 per cent equity without the Centre’s share. The Chief Minister demanded the Union government to issue NOC ( No Objection Certificate) for Metro Rail expansion to expedite […]
Master foreign languages with discipline to seize global jobs: Vivek
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): Minister for Labour, Employment and Mines Dr. G. Vivek Venkatswamy advised students learning foreign languages, particularly German, to pursue their studies with discipline and consistent practice, enabling them to take advantage of international employment opportunities. The Minister interacted with students and trainers undergoing German language training at the Telangana Overseas Manpower […]
Govt urged to promote 8 premium paddy varieties for domestic, export markets
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): Agricultural experts and scientists have advised the government to conduct large-scale awareness programmes for farmers on cultivating eight premium paddy varieties that enjoy excellent demand not only in domestic markets, but also internationally. A Cabinet Sub-Committee meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka was held at Praja Bhavan on […]
Every child must be in school, not at work: Vivek
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): Minister for Labour, Employment and Training Dr. G. Vivek Venkatswamy reiterated the State government’s commitment to ensuring that “every child is in school, not at work.” Addressing a programme organised on the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour 2026, he called for transforming the fight against child labour into a […]
BRS urges HYD collector to protect rs.800-cr cantonment land meant for 6,000 Indiramma houses
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): BRS spokesperson Krishank Manne on Monday submitted a representation to Hyderabad District Collector Priyanka Ala, seeking immediate action to safeguard 8 acres of government land in Thokatta, Trimulgherry, reportedly worth around Rs.800 crore. The BRS leader alleged that the land, with records dating back to 1955, recorded as government (Poramboke Sarkari) […]
TELANGANA EYES WIND POWER SURGE, BAGS NATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY AWARD
Hyderabad, June 15 (RAHNUMA): Telangana highlighted its vast wind energy potential at the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) Global Wind Day 2026 National Conference held in Goa. The state was represented by Navin Mittal, Special Chief Secretary (Energy), and V. Anila, Vice-Chairman & Managing Director of TGREDCO. In a major recognition, Telangana received […]
