New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday affirmed India’s commitment to building a constructive and forward-looking strategic partnership with Canada that delivers tangible benefits to the people of both countries. The PM, who is expected to visit Canada towards the end of the year, was meeting visiting Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand here.
Lucknow, Oct 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Wednesday released the autobiography of former President of India Ram Nath Kovind, ''Bharatiya Ganrajya Ki Vijaygatha: Mera Jeevan, Mera Sangharsh'', at the Lok Bhavan auditorium, in the former President''s presence.
Pune, Oct 14 (UNI) The Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026 is off to a historic start, recording over 440 million visits in the first two days – the highest ever in the history of Amazon.in. Customers are ordering 100% more products year-on-year, with close to 100% growth in new customers, as premiumisation takes centre stage across categories.
Mumbai, Oct 14 (UNI) The Premier League hosted the second edition of its NEXTGEN Coach programme in Mumbai from October 10 to 13, bringing together 34 coaches from the OSCAR Foundation for a four-day development programme at the Cooperage Football Ground.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) An 18-member Indian boxing contingent left for Budva, Montenegro on Wednesday morning determined to clinch medals in all weight categories they will be participating in the second edition of the World U-19 Boxing Championships 2026 and maintain their position as one of the top boxing nation in the world.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, and MP Priyanka Gandhi on Wednesday joined parents of late Ankita Bhandari for a sit- in near the India Gate, late in the evening. The Congress, taking to social media platform X, stated that Rahul and Priyanaka met with the family of Ankita Bhandari at India Gate, the woman from Uttarakhand who was murdered in 2022.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) A group of 44 Harvard University-affiliated Indian scholars, alumni, and professionals have expressed deep concern over the "negative public discourse" and "concerted campaign" against India''s constitutional institutions, including the Election Commission of India and the Supreme Court.
Hyderabad, Oct 14 (UNI) West Indies captain Shai Hope smashed his second century of the series to power the visitors to a formidable 247 for three against India in the fourth T20 International at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) A new generation of Indian golfers, led by 16-year-old Kartik Singh and maiden professional title winners Vishesh Sharma and Shubham Jaglan, will look to make their mark when they make their debut at the US$ 4 million DP World India Championship, beginning at the historic Delhi Golf Club here on Thursday.
Varanasi, Oct 14 (UNI) Acting on a frantic call from a community animal caretaker regarding a lactating community dog sexually abused in Ranipur Mahmoorganj of Varanasi, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals India (PETA India) worked with the Bhelupur Police Station to ensure that a First Information Report (FIR) was promptly registered.
Bengaluru, Oct 14 (UNI) Czech Republic First Deputy Prime Minister Karel Havlicek on Wednesday called for stronger industrial cooperation with India in aerospace, drone technology and advanced manufacturing, saying investments focused on high-value products and new technologies were central to his country''s economic strategy.
Jaipur, Oct 14 (UNI) An Air India AI-2030 Frankfurt-New Delhi flight was forced to make an emergency landing at the Sanganer International Airport in Jaipur on Wednesday morning amid a scare of hijacking or bomb threat. Panic broke out suddenly in the ATCs at the Ahmedabad, Jaipur and New Delhi airports as the officials there received a panic signal about a hijacking threat from the New Delhi bound international flight around 10:00 am today.
Anakapalli, Oct 14 (UNI) The Government of Andhra Pradesh, through the Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC), has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) to set up a Skill and Community Development Centre (SCDC) at Nakkapalli in Anakapalli district.
Kanpur, Oct 14 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) and NSRCEL, the flagship business incubator of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate deep-tech startups and transform emerging technologies into market-ready ventures.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with members of the Indian contingent that participated in the 2026 Asian Games at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi at around 4.30 pm on Thursday, October 15, and address the gathering, according to a statement issued by his office on Wednesday.
Abhijit MukhopadhyayNew Delhi, Oct 14 (UNI) When it comes to national income, India enters the second half of 2026–27 from a position of considerable macroeconomic strength. Real GDP growth of 7.8 per cent in the April–June quarter places India among the fastest-growing major economies, even as external demand remains uneven and geopolitical and trade-related uncertainty persists.
Lucknow, Oct 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid his respects at the feet of Maa Kushmanda on the Chaturthi of Sharadiya Navratri on Wednesday. He also shared the message of worshipping Maa Kushmanda, the eternal symbol of creation, energy, and prosperity, with the people of the state. He said that where women gain power and opportunity, poverty transforms into hard work, hard work into self-reliance, and self-reliance into prosperity.
Hyderabad, Oct 14 (UNI) Around 2,200 police personnel have been deployed at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal for the fourth T20 International cricket match between India and West Indies, scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UBI) union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the BJP''s sweeping victories in Gujarat''s local body elections and recent by polls and local elections in other states had demonstrated that voters had rejected Rahul Gandhi and the opposition INDIA bloc, predicting a fourth consecutive defeat for the Congress in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections.
Panchkula, Oct 13 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Police dominated the basketball competition at the All India Police Handball Cluster 2026, clinching both the men''s and women''s titles, while the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Border Security Force (BSF) captured the men''s and women''s handball crowns, respectively, as the five-day national championship concluded at the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Basic Training Centre, Bhanu, on Tuesday.
Patna, Oct 13 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary has said India and Bihar had scaled new heights of development during Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s 25 years of public service, asserting that the government remained committed to improving the lives of the poor.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) In a sharp response to comments made by China on Ladakh, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) today reiterated that the union Territory (UT) of Ladakh is an integral and inalienable part of India, and no amount of denial by the Chinese side can change this established fact.
Mumbai, Oct 13 (UNI) IBM and the MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), an initiative of the union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen India''s deep technology startup ecosystem through access to advanced technologies, mentorship, technical training and commercial opportunities.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) India’s leading professionals will have more than home advantage at stake when they take on defending champion Tommy Fleetwood, career Grand Slam winner Rory McIlroy and a formidable international field at the USD 4 million DP World India Championship, with the season-ending tournament also set to decide the DP World PGTI Order of Merit title and a coveted pathway to the DP World Tour.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI)Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday warned Prime Minister Narendra Modi, union Home Minister Amit Shah and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar that “the net is closing around them”, as the INDIA bloc vowed to intensify its campaign against alleged electoral manipulation and fight to “restore democracy in India”.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) Vice-captain Tilak Varma is prepared to adapt to the demands of different match situations but stressed that India must adopt a more attacking approach with the ball to contain the West Indies'' explosive batting line-up as the hosts target a series-clinching win in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad on Wednesday.
Bengaluru, Oct 13 (UNI) India must eliminate dependence on foreign suppliers for critical defence technologies, including semiconductor chips, software and algorithms, as even a small imported component could compromise an otherwise indigenous weapon system, a senior DRDO official said on Tuesday, calling for 100 per cent indigenisation and a long-term push towards two-nanometre chip technology by 2047.
Chennai, Oct 13 (UNI) The Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) organised the 16th International Conference of the Coalition for Global Hearing Health (CGHH), marking the first time the event was held in India.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) Goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak returned to the Harmanpreet Singh-led Indian men''s hockey squad, but the core of the Asian Games gold-winning line-up was retained for the Asian Champions Trophy to be held in Punjab from October 27 to November 5.
Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) India will look to ride their batting firepower to a series-clinching victory when they take on the West Indies in the fourth T20I in Hyderabad on Wednesday, with the visitors needing a collective response to prevent the hosts from taking an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match rubber.
Chennai, Oct 13 (UNI) As customers gear up for the festive season, Tamil Nadu is seeing a strong shift in everyday shopping, with purchases across everyday essentials growing 100% over a regular day during the Amazon Great Indian Festival 2026.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) Hockey India on Tuesday announced the Indian men’s squad for the Asian Champions Trophy Punjab 2026, scheduled to be held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5.
Mumbai, Oct 13 (UNI) Launching a direct assault on the opposition, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde Tuesday alleged that the ''INDIA'' bloc and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi were acting as "pawns of foreign forces" to destabilise the nation and trigger anarchy after failing to defeat Prime Minister Narendra Modi electorally.
Bengaluru, Oct 13 (UNI) India''s digital finance industry is looking beyond payments for its next phase of growth, but converting widespread digital-payment habits into greater adoption of credit remains a challenge, with consumer trust emerging as a key hurdle, according to a report by Pahlé India Foundation in collaboration with Amazon Pay.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) India has notified a comprehensive customs verification framework to prevent misuse of preferential tariffs and tighten scrutiny of origin claims ahead of the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) coming into force on October 20.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday sought to position India as a reliable and stable partner in an increasingly uncertain world, asserting that the country’s economic rise would create opportunities for others rather than come at their expense, and arguing that technology, innovation and governance reforms must serve the wider cause of inclusive growth and international cooperation.
Pro-RSS daily’s praise of Nobel awardee Navi Pillay sparks controversy, raises questions over her stance on Kashmir and India.
Pune, Oct 12 (UNI) WOL3D, in collaboration with Creality, successfully hosted Creality ShareFest India at Bloom, Pune, bringing together 3D printing enthusiasts, creators, professionals, entrepreneurs and makers for an engaging meet-and-greet.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 12 (UNI) Over 10 lakh students from more than 48,000 schools across Odisha participated in debate and painting competitions under the Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan, expressing their vision of a developed India through art and ideas on the theme “Mo Swapnara Bharat”.
Hyderabad, Oct 12 (UNI) Jewellery brand ZOORI plans to expand its retail presence to 25 stores across India over the next year, starting with four outlets in Hyderabad, as it targets growing demand for lightweight gold and diamond jewellery for everyday wear.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 12 (UNI) A detailed 1:24 scale replica of INS Vikrant, India''s first indigenously built aircraft carrier, was dedicated to the Kerala capital at Museum Junction here on Monday, showcasing the country''s growing naval capabilities and indigenous shipbuilding prowess.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 12(UNI) East Coast Railway is leading Indian Railways in drone based surveillance, with 11 drones currently deployed across its three divisions and plans to increase the fleet to 22 by March 2027. The initiative strengthens railway security, passenger safety, crowd management and protection of railway assets.
Hyderabad, Oct 12 (UNI) Shell India on Monday announced the opening of two Shell Helix Flagship Workshops in Hyderabad, expanding its presence in the premium car-care segment and strengthening its network of branded independent workshops.
Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (UNI) The Government of Andhra Pradesh, the Government of India and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) have signed a Shareholders'' Agreement to upgrade four Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in the Visakhapatnam cluster under PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs), with an approved investment of Rs 200 crore.
Narnaul, Oct 12 (UNI) Narnaul''s historic Jal Mahal, a symbol of the region''s rich architectural and cultural heritage, received special recognition on Monday as India Post released a commemorative postal cover and special cancellation dedicated to the landmark, bringing the city''s historical legacy into the world of philately.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) Nathan McSweeney’s preparation for the spin challenge in India included studying videos of Virat Kohli batting against spinners, a method the Australia A batter says helped him deliver a player-of-the-series performance in the recently concluded one-day series against India A.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) Saptak Talwar, Veer Ahlawat and Yuvraj Sandhu will look to turn their recent international experience into strong performances at the India Championship, which gets underway at Delhi Golf Club from October 15 to 18.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia on Monday dismissed reports suggesting that the first ODI between India and Sri Lanka, scheduled to be played in New Delhi on December 13, could be shifted to Ahmedabad, saying the Board had taken no such decision amid speculation over ongoing renovation work at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) Abhishek Sharma’s 30-ball 69 set up India’s 14-run win over the West Indies in the third T20I, but the opener said the hosts had to remain alert until the final ball against an opposition capable of turning a game around in a matter of overs.
New Delhi/Visakhapatnam, Oct 12 (UNI) The Centre, the governments of Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh, and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) have signed shareholders’ agreements for upgrading nine government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Surat (Gujarat) and Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) under the PM-SETU scheme, involving an approved investment of Rs 440 crore.
Vijayawada, Oct 12 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu will visit Vijayawada on October 14 and 15. During her visit Kanaka Durga temple, atop the Indrakeeladri hill and participate in the SARASA mela at Punnami ghat.
Mumbai, Oct 12 (UNI) Launching a scathing attack on the opposition, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Monday strongly condemned the INDIA bloc''s recent march to the Supreme Court under the leadership of Rahul Gandhi.
Gorakhpur, Oct 12 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday launched a sharp attack on the Congress and its INDIA bloc allies, accusing them of creating chaos in the national capital, harassing the public and attempting to undermine the country''s constitutional institutions through their protests.
Bengaluru/New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president BK Hariprasad on Monday questioned the role of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, saying he should not behave like a BJP member but uphold his constitutional responsibility to ensure justice for every citizen, as the INDIA bloc intensified its protest against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.
New Delhi, Oct 12 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia on her birth anniversary, recalling her sacrifice and dedication to national service and describing her ideals as a continuing source of inspiration for the country''s development aspirations.
Pune, Oct 11 (UNI) union Minister of State Dr Raj Bhushan Choudhary today said that technology, innovation and public participation are essential for building a self-reliant India.
Kurukshetra, Oct 11 (UNI) Five officials of Living India News, arrested in a case involving the alleged broadcast of a fabricated video presented as a live sting operation, were remanded to police custody by a court here today for further investigation, Haryana Police said.
Indore, Oct 11 (UNI) With India taking a 2-1 lead in the five-match T20 International series against the West Indies, captain Shreyas Iyer on Sunday stressed the need to maintain an aggressive approach, stick to established processes and guard against complacency as the teams head to Hyderabad and Bengaluru for the remaining matches.
Bengaluru, Oct 11 (UNI) Kunal Basak, Aaron John Fernandes, Mohammed Hassan C and Abhishek V spearheaded India''s strong showing at the 2nd Asian Masters Swimming Championship 2026, claiming age-category titles across the men''s 50m freestyle and 200m individual medley events as Indian swimmers delivered a series of podium finishes across generations.
Indore, Oct 11 (UNI) Abhishek Sharma unleashed a breathtaking assault with a 30-ball 69, but India''s hopes of posting a total in excess of 240 were undermined by a spectacular middle-order collapse and inexplicable running between the wickets as the hosts were bowled out for 223 against the West Indies in the third T20 International here on Sunday.
New Delhi, Oct 11 (UNI) Indian Navy''s warship INS Sahyadri arrived at Vladivostok, Russia, on October 10 to participate in the bilateral naval exercise INDRA-2026, scheduled to be held from October 13 to 18, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and enhancing operational interoperability between the Indian and Russian navies.
Indore, Oct 11 (UNI) West Indies captain Shai Hope won the toss and elected to bowl against India in the third T20 International here on Sunday, banking on his bowling attack to exploit the conditions and put the hosts under early pressure.
Cairo (Egypt), Oct 11 (UNI) Tanvi Patri and Shaina Manimuthu will lead India''s badminton campaign at the BWF World Junior Championships 2026, with the individual competition set to begin here on Monday.
New Delhi, Oct 11 (UNI) Foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) have withdrawn Rs 44,166 crore from Indian equities so far in October, taking cumulative outflows in 2026 to Rs 3.04 lakh crore, as rising crude oil prices, a stronger US dollar and elevated US bond yields weigh on the appeal of domestic stocks.
Siliguri, Oct 11 (UNI) Tea Board India (TBI) is stepping up efforts to make the country’s tea auction system more transparent, efficient and competitive through technology-driven reforms aimed at widening buyer participation, improving price discovery and reducing transaction costs.
New Delhi, Oct 11 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire and Ethiopia has given fresh momentum to India’s engagement with Africa, with the two sides identifying trade, investment, defence, pharmaceuticals, digital technology, renewable energy and artificial intelligence as key areas for expanding cooperation.
Sirsa, Oct 11 (UNI) With cotton farmers in North India facing growing threats from pest attacks, unpredictable weather and rising cultivation costs, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has proposed a strategy to improve crop yields and protect farmers'' incomes through artificial intelligence, pest-resistant seeds and modern farming techniques.
Wellington, Oct 11 (UNI) Finn Allen, Lockie Ferguson, Rachin Ravindra, and Tim Seifert have been named in New Zealand’s squad for the upcoming five-match home ODI series against India, commencing on November 4.
Ambala, Oct 11 (UNI) Haryana Minister Anil Vij on Sunday threw his support behind naming the Noida International Airport after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting how Modi’s leadership has propelled India’s reputation worldwide and spurred progress across sectors.
New Delhi, Oct 11 (UNI) South Korean spatial content company Sharebox Co. Ltd. is expanding its presence in India, targeting opportunities across retail, entertainment, commercial real estate and cultural spaces with artificial intelligence (AI), extended reality (XR) and interactive LED technologies.
Hyderabad, Oct 11 (UNI) Rajya Sabha member Dr K Laxman on Sunday participated in the ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat – Cycling Ride’ organised by Akshara Spoorthi to create awareness among youth about the harmful effects of drug abuse and promote a drug-free society.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) India today slammed the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights for its remarks on the mass detentions of protesters in New Delhi, terming it misplaced and an unwarranted interference in the country''s inernal matters.
By Prithviraj Singh Dehradun, Oct 10 (UNI) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today alleged that senior Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is trying to hamper the interests of Indian industries by being hand-in-glove with foreign powers.
Kurukshetra, Oct 10 (UNI) Kurukshetra Police have arrested five officials of Living India News in connection with the alleged broadcast of a six-month-old video as a fake live sting operation and accusations of blackmailing the complainant over the footage, police said on Saturday. .
Kolkata, Oct 10 (UNI) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd. (GRSE), a Navratna Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, on Saturday launched ‘Shreyas’, the third of the four Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) built by the shipyard for the Indian Navy,Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, graced the occasion as chief guest. The vessel was formally launched by Reyman Kochhar, wife of Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar.
Mumbai, Oct 10 (UNI) Mumbai-headquartered engineering company Larsen & Toubro (L&T) today officially announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Navantia in Madrid, to establish the framework for a long-term collaboration, which includes the construction of amphibious Landing Helicopter Dock (LPD) platforms for the Indian Navy.
Mathura, Oct 10 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in-charge and Mathura MLA Shrikant Sharma has launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi and opposition parties over the opposition protests in Delhi, demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, the country''s chief election commissioner.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) New Zealand fast bowler Will O’Rourke has been ruled out of the upcoming home series against India as he continues to recover from injuries to his left hamstring and calf.
Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI)Another high-scoring contest appears on the cards as India and the West Indies meet in the third T20I at the Holkar Stadium in Indore on Sunday, with both sides looking to seize the series lead and their bowlers facing another stern test on a ground known for its batting-friendly conditions.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) Police on Saturday detained hundreds of protesters, including Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), TMC chief Mamata Banerjee, economist Jean Dreze, besides dozens of political and social activists, in a bid to thwart a protest at Jantar Mantar demanding the resignation of Gyanesh Kumar, the country’s chief election commissioner.
Visakhapatnam, Oct 10 (UNI) Northern Railway emerged overall champions with six gold medals at the 80th Men’s and 19th Women’s All India Railway Boxing Championship 2026, which concluded at the Railway Indoor Sports Enclave (RISE) here today.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) The BJP on Saturday accused the Rahul Gandhi-led INDIA bloc and the CJP of attempting to destabilise the country, calling them “anarchist” groups and alleged that the protests were “driven by political motives and foreign forces.” .
Ranchi, Oct 10 (UNI) Legendary batsman Sunil Gavaskar has launched a sharp critique of India''s bowling unit after the team failed to defend a mammoth 249 for five against the West Indies in the second T20 International at Ranchi, questioning whether the bowling coach''s plans were effectively translated into on-field execution.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) Congress president and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday accused the Narendra Modi government of turning India from the “Mother of Democracy” into a “Muzzled Democracy”, alleging that young people, students, lawyers, journalists, social activists, farm union leaders and digital content creators were being detained for questioning those in power.
New Delhi, Oct 10 (UNI) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has asked its affiliated schools across the country to organise Fit India Freedom Run events and encourage students and other stakeholders to participate in a nationwide fitness campaign culminating in a Unity Run on October 31 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Bhanu (Panchkula), Oct 9 (UNI) - The battle for national supremacy in police handball and basketball began at the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) Basic Training Centre in Bhanu on Friday, with 29 teams representing 23 states and six Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) competing in the third All India Police Handball Cluster 2026.
Mumbai, Oct 9 (UNI) Marathi film "Gondhal", chosen as India’s official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2027 Academy Awards, is preparing for an international theatrical release, with Hombale Films coming on board as its overseas distributor.
Stockholm, Oct 9 (UNI) South African Indian-origin jurist Navanethem "Navi" Pillay has been announced as the winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in recognition of her work to advance international law and promote peace.
Ranchi, Oct 9 (UNI) Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford turned what looked like a mountain of 250 runs into a breathtaking batting spectacle as the West Indies stormed to a six-wicket victory over India in the second T20 International here on Friday.
Hamirpur, Oct 9 (UNI) Nation will progress towards a developed India through spiritual consciousness, said Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab while addressing the inaugural function of Education Mahakumbh 6.0 at NIT here today.
Chennai, Oct 9 (UNI) TNCC President and Lok Sabha MP B.Manickam Tagore, while greeting Chief Minister Vijay for his party''s victory in two bypolls, on Friday evening said the ruling TVK was part of the INDIA alliance and referred to its participation in the meeting held afew days ago where it was formally inducted into it.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Slamming the Opposition, union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that "despite the lies, confusion, and malicious propaganda of Rahul Gandhi and the INDI Alliance, the BJP is winning one election after another under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi." .
Mumbai, Oct 9 (UNI) Stepping up the political counter-offensive against the opposition, Maharashtra BJP President Ravindra Chavan today launched a blistering attack on the Congress party, accusing it of practising opportunistic politics and pointing out its prolonged electoral irrelevance in several states.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Long hours spent gaming, binge-watching streaming platforms, attending online classes or working on computers may be contributing to a rise in cases of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) among young Indians, vascular specialists warned on Friday, citing growing evidence linking prolonged sitting with blood clot risk.
Hyderabad, Oct 9 (UNI) Telangana Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy on Friday reviewed arrangements for the 85th Indian Road Congress (IRC) national conference, scheduled at HITEX, Hyderabad, from November 19 to 22, with around 3,000 delegates and 400 exhibition stalls expected.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Olympic bronze medallists Swapnil Suresh Kusale and Sarabjot Singh will lead a 24-member Indian contingent at the ISSF World Cup Rifle/Pistol, which began in Cairo on October 8 and runs until October 16.
Ranchi, Oct 9 (UNI) West Indies won the toss and elected to field against India in the second T20 International here on Friday, banking on dew and their chasing strength to put the hosts under pressure.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 9 (UNI) Odisha has won the Wind India 2026 Award for “Leadership in Wind Energy De-risking” in recognition of its efforts to promote renewable energy and create an investor-friendly ecosystem for wind power development.
Agartala, Oct 8 (UNI) Three women footballers from the Assam Rifles Football Team represented the Indian Women’s National Football Team in an international friendly match against the Russian Women’s National Football Team at Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata yesterday.
Kolhapur, Oct 9 (UNI) Dealing a major blow to PETA India, which had demanded the relocation of female elephant Madhuri from Nandani Math in Kolhapur district to the Vantara project in Jamnagar, the Supreme Court today dismissed its plea and imposed a fine of Rs 25,000 on the animal rights organization.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 9 (UNI) Keralam''s capital region has the potential to emerge as a major medical-device development and manufacturing hub in India, provided stronger collaboration is established among hospitals, industries, research institutions, academia and government agencies, experts said at Bio Connect 4.0, the International Life Sciences Industries Expo and Conclave.
Mumbai, Oct 9 (UNI) Indian travel fintech company Scapia has partnered with Tourism Malaysia to launch Malaysia Calling, a four-month promotional campaign aimed at encouraging Indian tourists to explore destinations beyond the traditionally popular Kuala Lumpur and Genting Highlands.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 9 (UNI) Incentivising hospitals and healthcare professionals and attracting multinational companies (MNCs) to conduct clinical trials in India are crucial to scaling up biologic drug development and manufacturing, experts said at Bio Connect 4.0 here on Friday.
Wellington, Oct 9 (UNI) New Zealand have suffered a massive blow ahead of their upcoming T20I series against New Zealand with news that Mark Chapman and Zak Foulkes will miss the series due to injury.
Jhansi, Oct 9 (UNI) The 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026 is set to begin on October 10 in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, with 29 teams competing across three divisions.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air have increased or introduced fuel surcharges on domestic and international flights from October 9, joining IndiGo in passing on part of the burden of rising aviation turbine fuel (ATF) prices to passengers.
Gurugram, Oct 9 (UNI) BMW Group India on Friday announced the winners of the 16th edition of the BMW Golf Cup 2026 final, held at DLF Golf and Country Club, here.
Bengaluru, Oct 9 (UNI) An estimated 63 million Indians experience some degree of hearing loss. Yet, low awareness, social stigma and limited access to quality hearing assessments continue to delay timely diagnosis and treatment.
New Delhi, Oct 9 (UNI) Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh on Thursday accused the Narendra Modi government of pursuing a policy of appeasement towards US President Donald Trump, arguing that Washington’s latest actions targeting Indian IT professionals had exposed the risks of making concessions without securing reciprocal benefits for India.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday called upon the country''s youth to actively participate in the national mission to eliminate tuberculosis, saying the combined strength of health, youth and defence can help India realise its resolve of becoming TB-free.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s experience and strong IPL form over the past two seasons were among the reasons behind his recall to India’s T20I squad for the New Zealand series, assistant coach Sitanshu Kotak said on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Anushka Kumari scored twice as India’s U17 women’s team continued their AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027 qualifiers campaign with a 2-0 win over Syria in their second Group E match at the MP Selayang Stadium on Thursday.
Tridib BaparnashNew Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Sanju Samson’s lean run will be under the spotlight when India take on the West Indies in the second T20I at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi on Friday, with the hosts looking to strengthen their grip on the five-match series.
Panchkula, Oct 8 (UNI) The opposition Congress and other INDIA bloc workers staged a protest in Panchkula today over alleged threats to voting rights and the mistreatment of Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and other opposition leaders during a demonstration in Delhi.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) India’s rural economy is becoming increasingly resilient to weak monsoons, with a growing contribution from non-farm employment, allied agricultural activities and improved irrigation reducing the impact of rainfall shocks on rural incomes, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said.
Chennai, Oct 8 (UNI) India Wind power installed capacity has reached 59.20 GW till September 30 this year and the country was well on track to cross 100 GW capacity mark by 2030, union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Education and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday.
Mumbai, Oct 8 (UNI) Veteran actor Nana Patekar, who began his career on the theatre stage, made his film debut with Gaman in 1978 and went on to establish himself as one of the most versatile performers in Indian cinema.
Hyderabad, Oct 8 (UNI) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Thursday extended warm greetings to the Air Warriors of the Indian Air Force and their families on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day.
Nagpur, Oct 8 (UNI) union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, on Thursday, expressed deep grief over the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing his death as a great loss to Indian cinema and recalling their close personal association.
Hyderabad, October 8: Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Thursday extended warm greetings to the Air Warriors of the Indian Air Force and their families on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day.
Bengaluru, Oct 8 (UNI) Seventy-five years after it began as a platform for India''s travel agents, the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is preparing to reinvent itself for a tourism industry increasingly driven by technology, digital platforms and rapidly changing traveller expectations.
Hyderabad, Oct 8 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Thursday extended his greetings to the brave Air Warriors of the Indian Air Force on the occasion of Indian Air Force Day.
New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday saluted the courage and commitment of the Indian Air Force personnel on Air Force Day, saying the nation was proud of its “Air Warriors” and their dedicated role in safeguarding India’s skies.
Visakhapatnam, Oct 7 (UNI) The 80th Men’s and 19th Women’s All India Railway Boxing Championship-2026 commenced at the Railway Indoor Sports Enclave (RISE) here on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was released from Delhi Police detention on Wednesday evening after being held for around two hours along with Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several other INDIA bloc MPs, as the Opposition’s escalating confrontation with the Election Commission spilled into another day of street protests, barricade stand-offs and detentions in the national capital.
Cairo, Oct 7 (UNI) Olympic medallists Swapnil Kusale and Sarabjot Singh will headline a 35-member Indian shooting contingent at the ISSF World Cup 2026 here in Egypt, starting from Thursday. The Cairo meet is the fourth and final ISSF World Cup of the year for rifle and pistol shooters.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Tata Power, one of India’s largest integrated power companies, has partnered with Norway-based renewable energy technology company Ocean Sun to bring its innovative membrane-based floating solar technology to India.
Thanlyin (Myanmar), Oct 7 (UNI) The India U17 men''s team rounded off their friendly tour of Myanmar with a comprehensive 4-0 victory over the hosts in the second match at the StarCity Sports Club here on Wednesday.
Kolkata, Oct 7 (UNI) At the final whistle in Bengaluru, the Indian players clenched their fists and embraced after holding Panama 1-1.
Hyderabad, Oct 7 (UNI) Telangana Police woman constable G Radhika secured a bronze medal in the women''s 90-plus kg arm-wrestling category at the 75th All India Police Wrestling Cluster–2026 held in Karnal, Haryana.
Srinagar, Oct 7 (UNI) Ladakh has launched India’s first high-altitude wildlife safari, opening up its rugged Himalayan landscape to snow leopard tourism in a move aimed at boosting responsible tourism, conservation and livelihoods for local communities.
Mumbai, Oct 7 (UNI) Ajit Agarkar''s tenure as the Chairman of the Men’s Selection Committee for India has come to an end.
Nagpur, Oct 7 (UNI) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Wednesday urged people to remain rooted in India''s civilisational traditions and actively participate in efforts aimed at the welfare of society and humanity, asserting that collective responsibility was essential for building a prosperous and harmonious future.
Jhajjar, Oct 7 (UNI) Haryana Public Enterprises Bureau Chairman Mohan Lal Badoli on Wednesday called upon citizens to make the vision of a developed India a personal commitment and actively contribute to nation-building, saying the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047 can be achieved only through the collective efforts and participation of every section of society.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was detained by the Delhi Police on Wednesday as the INDIA bloc’s confrontation with the Election Commission spilled into a second successive day of street protests, turning central Delhi into a battleground of barricades, slogans and political defiance.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Paralympic champions Pramod Bhagat and Bhavina Patel will lead the Indian contingent as flag bearers at the opening ceremony of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, on October 18.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu made a winning start to her Arctic Open 2026 campaign, beating Canada’s Wen Yu Zhang in straight games on Tuesday, but India had a mixed opening day at the BWF Super 500 tournament in Vantaa.
Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 7 (UNI) BJP Kerala president and MLA Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Wednesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25-year journey in public life had coincided with a period of significant transformation in India’s development, welfare, economic empowerment, national security and global standing.
Tirumala, Oct 7 (UNI) Anandana, The Coca-Cola India Foundation, in partnership with Lakshya, a Society for Social and Environmental Development, and in collaboration with the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), implemented a waste management initiative during the Tirupati Brahmotsavam 2026 at Tirumala.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Wednesday inaugurated the Multinational Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026), underscoring the need for greater international cooperation and a whole-of-government approach to safeguarding lives at sea.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) India women’s boxing coach Santiago Nieva is already looking ahead to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, with early qualification the immediate target after a highly successful 2026 season.
Patna, Oct 7 (UNI) The INDIA bloc on Wednesday staged protest marches and burnt effigies across all 534 blocks in Bihar, raising slogans against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and accusing the Election Commission of undermining the country’s democratic and constitutional institutions.
Kochi, Oct 7 (UNI) Dengue prevention in Kerala needs to shift from a seasonal, monsoon-centric exercise to a year-round building-level routine, with mosquito breeding risks often located within about 100 metres of where people live and work, according to a new Envu India report.
Varanasi, Oct 7 (UNI) The ''Abe Memorial Corridor,'' dedicated to India-Japan friendship and cultural ties, was inaugurated at the Rudraksh Convention Center on Wednesday by Akie Abe, wife of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The photo gallery at the Rudraksh Convention Center displays memories related to India-Japan relations and the friendship between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the late Shinzo Abe.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Congress president and Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge''s "lunch diplomacy" at Sagar Ratna on Janpath on Wednesday brought together a broad cross-section of INDIA bloc MPs as the opposition sought to maintain a united front against the Election Commission while simultaneously strengthening coordination among key allies, particularly the Congress and Samajwadi Party, ahead of the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly election.
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) India on Wednesday called for greater focus on closing gaps in climate action, fulfilling existing commitments and accelerating implementation of the Paris Agreement at the UNFCCC Pre-COP31 meeting in Fiji.
Bengaluru, Oct 7 (UNI) Amazon India on Wednesday announced plans to set up 50 new Ashray rest centres across India and launched two mobile Ashray vans in Bengaluru to provide on-road rest facilities to delivery drivers ahead of the festive season.
Haveri, Oct 7 (UNI) Former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai on Wednesday credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s leadership for transforming India''s huge population into a "human resource" and driving the country''s development.
Hyderabad, Oct 7 (UNI) Granules India Ltd on Wednesday announced that it has submitted a Paragraph IV certification in connection with its abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for Ruxolitinib Extended-Release Tablets, and believes it may be eligible for first-to-file status in the US, subject to review and determination by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 10th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi on Thursday, October 8, as India’s flagship telecommunications and digital technology exhibition enters its second decade amid an accelerating push to establish the country as a global hub for next-generation connectivity and technology-led growth.
Dr Sudheer Kumar ShuklaNew Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) India’s extended producer responsibility regime must go beyond measuring tonnes recycled to account for the health risks embedded in the waste chain.
Gurugram, Oct 7 (UNI) union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday elevated Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s 25-year political journey into the pantheon of India''s greatest democratic achievements, declaring that this extraordinary era of unbroken public service would be remembered as a golden chapter in the nation''s history.
Siddipet (Telangana), Oct 7 (UNI) Congress party workers led by Telangana Transport and BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar staged a sit-in protest at the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Husnabad on Tuesday, condemning the arrest of Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and INDIA bloc MPs during their protest against alleged irregularities in voter lists.
Kolkata, Oct 6 (UNI) Three days after a 4-0 thrashing by Brazil, India suffered another heavy defeat as two-time world champions Uruguay cruised to a 6-1 win over the hosts in an international friendly at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Oct 6 (UNI) Shreyas Iyer''s breathtaking 42-ball maiden T20I century and debutant Naman Dhir''s impressive three-wicket haul powered India to a crushing eight-wicket victory over West Indies in the opening T20I of the three-match series at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI) Almost four years after his last appearance, Bhuvneshwar Kumar has forced his way back into the national set-up on the back of impressive domestic and IPL performances, as the BCCI on Tuesday named the 36-year-old in India’s T20I squad for the five-match series against New Zealand.
New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was detained by Delhi Police late Tuesday after nearly nine hours of a dramatic sit-in at Akashvani Bhavan in central Delhi, bringing the INDIA bloc’s day-long confrontation with the Election Commission of India and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar to a tense climax.
Lucknow, Oct 6 (UNI) Naman Dhir marked his T20 International debut in emphatic fashion, claiming three wickets as India overcame a strong start from West Indies to restrict the visitors to 171 in the opening match of the series at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday.
Raipur, Oct 6 (UNI) Chhattisgarh''s Bastar will host its first national cooperative conference in Jagdalpur on October 8 and 9. Organised by the union Ministry of Cooperation, the conference will bring together senior officials from across India to chart an action plan under ‘Sahkar Se Samriddhi’, or prosperity through cooperation.
Lucknow, Oct 6 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath stated that his government is committed to establishing Lucknow as one of India''s leading AI innovation cities.
New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI) India on Tuesday strongly condemned the projectile attack on a Panama-flagged commercial vessel while transiting the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman, in which 12 crew members were injured, including 11 of the 17 Indian nationals on board, and called for an immediate halt to attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers.
Lucknow, Oct 6 (UNI) India opted to bowl after winning the toss against a formidable West Indies side in the opening T20 International of the five-match series at the Ekana Cricket Stadium here on Tuesday, with both teams looking to set the tone for the contest.
Ranchi, Oct 6 (UNI) Rain and thunderstorms may disrupt the India-West Indies T20I at JSCA Stadium here on Oct 9, with the weather office forecasting cloudy conditions and showers in parts of Jharkhand.
New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the setting up of the Integrated Transport & Logistics Authority (ITLA), a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) that will serve as a national institutional framework for integrated transport and logistics planning, project appraisal, monitoring, research and data-driven policymaking.
Kochi, Oct 6 (UNI) A pan-India multi-city cyber hackathon and a senior police leadership programme focusing on preventing child sexual exploitation and abuse began here on Tuesday as part of the preparations for C0c0n 2026, the annual cyber security conference of Kerala Police.
New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI) The union Cabinet on Tuesday approved a ₹10,000-crore Government of India commitment to establish the SME Growth Fund (SGF), a major equity-support initiative aimed at providing long-term growth capital to promising small and medium enterprises and nurturing a new generation of globally competitive Indian companies.
Srinagar, Oct 6 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday said the opposition INDIA bloc would continue its campaign against the Election Commission over alleged deletions from electoral rolls.
Imphal, Oct 6 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh, on Tuesday, called upon the people of Manipur to contribute to Prime Minister''s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, stressing that peace, mutual trust and collective efforts are essential for the state to participate in the country’s development journey.
Mumbai, Oct 6 (UNI) ICC Women''s Cricket World Cup-winning skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has decided to step down from her position as captain of the Indian team with immediate effect.
Panchkula, Oct 6 (UNI) The Haryana government has circulated to All India Service officers instructions governing legal and financial assistance in cases arising from official duties, including provisions applicable to retired members of the services.
Neeraj BaliChandigarh, Oct 6 (UNI) Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all formats, ending a leadership tenure highlighted by India’s maiden Women’s ODI World Cup triumph, but said she would continue playing for the national side.
Shahid K Abbas New Delhi, Oct 6 (UNI)A sea of white kurtas, colourful party stoles and fiery anti-Election Commission slogans spilled out of Parliament on Tuesday as hundreds of INDIA bloc MPs marched towards Nirvachan Sadan, turning the heart of the capital into a dramatic theatre of political confrontation over electoral rolls, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and allegations of “vote theft”.
Tirupati, Oct 6 (UNI) Deaf Kolkata Warriors were crowned champions of the 7th T20 Deaf Indian Premier League 2026, organised by the Indian Deaf Cricket Association (IDCA), after four days of competitive cricket in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.
Bucharest/New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) A Turkish-owned commercial cargo ship MV Royad Mammadov was hit by drones in the Black Sea on Monday and caught fire and sank, resulting in the death of two crew members and injuries to others. Of the three Indian nationals aboard, one was injured. The Indian Embassy in Bucharest spoke with the Indian seafarers and is extending all possible help for their well-being welfare.
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Kolkata, Oct 5 (UNI) Diego Forlan remembers India differently from most visiting national-team coaches. He remembers it from inside the dressing room. He remembers travelling across the country with Mumbai City FC, playing in the Indian Super League, coming to Kolkata and seeing stands filled with people who cared deeply about football. .
Chennai, Oct 5 (UNI) union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Education and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi will inaugurate the 8th edition of Windergy India on October 8th, 2026, at the Chennai Trade Centre, setting in motion India''s premier wind energy show, where key global MoUs would be inked.
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) India’s cheetah conservation programme reached another significant milestone on Monday with KJP21, a 32-month-old Indian-born female cheetah, giving birth to five healthy cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, taking the country’s total cheetah population to 60, including 41 Indian-born cheetahs. The cheetah was declared extinct in India in 1952, making it the only large carnivore to have disappeared from the country in modern times.
Bengaluru, Oct 5 (UNI) Yogesh Kumar led a strong Indian showing in the 200m butterfly, winning the men’s 25–29 age-group gold as the 2nd Asian Masters Swimming Championship 2026 witnessed spirited competition across age categories here on Monday.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) India’s successful defence of the men’s hockey gold at the Asian Games has already shifted head coach Craig Fulton’s focus towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
Udaipur, Oct 5 (UNI) Zinc Football Academy’s (ZFA) goalkeeper Sonam Ghosh has earned another major milestone in her young career after being selected in India’s 23-member U-17 squad for the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers.
Mumbai, Oct 5 (UNI) Filmmaker Abhishek Varman is reportedly venturing into the superhero genre with Gadadhari Bheem, an ambitious big-screen project said to be backed by Dharma Productions.
Hong Kong, Oct 5 (UNI) Team India will bring a star-studded IPL contingent for the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes, with seven leading Indian cricketers set to take on the fast-paced six-a-side format from October 30 to November 1.
Kaithal, Oct 5 (UNI) The Communist Party of India (Marxist) will participate in large numbers in the INDIA bloc’s joint protest on October 8, said Jai Prakash, acting Secretary of the CPI(M) District Committee, in a press statement issued on Monday.
Lucknow, Oct 5 (UNI) Amir Jangoo has been added to the West Indies T20I squad for the upcoming five-match series against India as cover for Jewel Andrew, who sustained a finger injury during the third ODI on October 3. The injury occurred while Andrew was completing the catch of Naman Dhir at cover off Gudakesh Motie in the 36th over of India''s innings. Andrew successfully held on to the catch to dismiss Dhir, but sustained a blow to his finger in the process.
Hyderabad, Oct 5 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju on Monday directed officials to complete 67 Young India Integrated Schools by December 2027.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries had entered a new phase of economic cooperation with the implementation of their landmark Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), describing it as India’s "first free trade agreement" with a European economic bloc.
Bhubaneswar, Oct 5 (UNI) Odisha has launched the country’s first state-level MICE Incentive Portal, creating a dedicated digital platform to promote the state as a destination for corporate conventions, destination weddings and experiential travel while streamlining applications for financial incentives.
Tirumala (Andhra Pradesh), Oct 5 (UNI) Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, along with his wife Sophie Shine, offered prayers at the Sri Venkateswara Temple here on Monday.
Hyderabad, Oct 5 (UNI) AM Intelligence (AMI), the AI infrastructure platform set up by the promoters of Greenko, on Monday announced two further firm and binding orders for 20,000 NVIDIA Rubin GPUs to be deployed as NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 rack-scale systems in India and Malaysia.
Panchkula, Oct 5 (UNI) Haryana, home to one of the country''s most dynamic industrial corridors, is positioning itself as India''s next "Innovation Capital" as Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini pressed Singaporean business leaders on Monday to deepen investment ties beyond trade agreements into long-term strategic partnerships.
Panchkula, Oct 5 (UNI) Police have booked a father-son duo in Haryana’s Panipat district for allegedly using fake “Government of India” plates, bogus registration numbers and unauthorised sirens on two cars to pose as government officials and intimidate members of the public, police said.