Asian Sr Fencing: South Korea, Kazakhstan clinch Women’s Sabre and Men’s Epee Team gold
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) South Korea emerged on top in the Women’s Sabre while Kazakhstan bagged gold in the Men’s Epee competitions on the fifth day of competitions in the 26th Asian Senior Fencing Championship 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on Tuesday. Day 5 marked a massive shift in intensity as individual […]
Mansukh Mandaviya flags off Asian Games Fun Run, joins cycling event in Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, June 23 (IANS) Kerala’s sporting legacy and growing fitness culture will play a key role in India’s journey towards becoming a global sporting power, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya said here on Tuesday. Addressing participants after flagging off the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 Fun Run in Thiruvananthapuram on International Olympic […]
Rugby Premier League: Delhi Redz crowned women’s champions in Season 2
Hyderabad, June 23 (IANS) The eighth day of Season 2 of the Rugby Premier League witnessed Delhi Redz clinch the first-ever Women’s title with a 22-10 victory over Chennai Bulls at the Ganti Mohana Chandra Balayogi Athletic Stadium, Gachibowli, Hyderabad on Tuesday. The inaugural women’s competition featured 48 players, including 24 international stars from 10 […]
2026 FIFA WC: Ronaldo becomes first player to score in six editions
Houston, June 23 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo etched his name in the history books by becoming the first footballer to score in six different FIFA World Cup editions after finding the net in Portugal’s Group K clash against Uzbekistan at the Houston Stadium in Houston on Tuesday. The 41-year-old Portugal captain reached the landmark just six […]
India, US moving decisively towards finalising bilateral trade deal: Sergio Gor
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) India and the United States are moving decisively towards finalising a bilateral trade agreement that could unlock new economic opportunities and deepen bilateral economic ties, US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said on Tuesday as US Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer arrived here for key trade talks with Union Minister […]
AI should create space for reflection and meaningful human experiences: Industry leaders
Dalian (China), June 23 (IANS) Artificial intelligence should move beyond improving productivity and help create space for reflection, creativity and deeper human experiences, experts said on Tuesday at the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions — known as Summer Davos — being held here. Speaking to IANS, showcasing the convergence of art, […]
AI will not replace IT firms, it will amplify them: Infosys Chairman Nilekani
Bengaluru, June 23 (IANS) Infosys Chairman Nandan Nilekani said on Tuesday that artificial intelligence (AI) will not replace IT software companies but, instead, will help in the expansion of firms that adapt quickly to the new technology. In his address at the company’s 45th annual general meeting (AGM), Nilekani said: “The AI deployment gap in […]
‘Khet Bachao Abhiyan’: CMFRI reaches out to farmers
Kochi, June 23 (IANS) As part of the nationwide Khet Bachao Abhiyan, ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) scientists engaged with more than 200 farmers, highlighting the need for balanced fertiliser application and a shift towards natural farming methods amid rising concerns over soil degradation caused by excessive chemical inputs. The awareness programme focused on […]
R Madhavan honored with Padma Shri, Alka Yagnik, Mammootty conferred with Padma Bhushan
Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) Some of the most prominent names from the entertainment world, actors R Madhavan, Mammootty, and singer Alka Yagnik were honored with the prestigious Padma Awards on Tuesday. The ceremony, which took place at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honoured individuals from diverse fields for their noteworthy contributions to society. Back in January, when the […]
Shahid Kapoor shares update on ‘Farzi 2’: It should be out next year
Mumbai, June 23 (IANS) After ‘Cocktail 2’, Shahid Kapoor is gearing up to reprise his role as Sunny in the second instalment of the popular ‘Farzi’ franchise. Giving an update on when ‘Farzi 2’ might reach the cinema halls, Shahid said that if everything goes as per plan, the season 2 of the drama will […]
