Women’s T20 WC: Australia coach Nitschke ‘hopeful’ for Litchfield to play opener amid injury concern
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Australia’s preparations for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup have been clouded by a fitness concern surrounding Phoebe Litchfield, but the defending champions remain optimistic that the young batter will be available…
Govt employees announce protest in Balochistan demanding increase in minimum wage
Quetta, June 11 (IANS) The grand alliance of various government employees’ associations and trade unions have announced two-day protest and sit-in camps in Pakistan’s Balochistan to raise their demands and protest against the…
Ismail Darbar reveals ‘Tadap Tadap’ wasn’t initially made for Salman Khan’s ‘HDDCS’; recalls emotional KK memory
Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) One of the most iconic heartbreak songs in Hindi cinema, ‘Tadap Tadap Ke’ from ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’, was originally not composed for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film. Music composer Ismail Darbar…
Collective efforts of Centre, states to play pivotal role in realising Viksit Bharat vision: PM Modi
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Thursday that the Centre and states were working together to accelerate the country’s growth momentum to achieve the goal of a developed India by 2047. Chairing the 11th meeting of the…
UNMA urges Taliban to revoke policies restricting Afghan women’s rights
Kabul, June 11 (IANS) United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) has expressed grave concern over the arrest of at least 30 women and the reports of excessive use of force by Taliban authorities against residents protesting the arbitrary…
Fresh off IGPL Congo triumph, Aryan Anand looks forward to his International Series Morocco debut
Rabat, June 11 (IANS) Aryan Roopa Anand, who made a breakthrough in the Indian golf scene with consecutive victories at the prestigious All India Amateur titles, finally secured a win in professional golf at the scenic Lubumbashi Golf Course in Congo…
Security agencies flag growing use of children in pro-Khalistan campaigns, events
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) The increasing use of children by pro-Khalistan elements in what security agencies describe as a strategic shift has emerged as a major concern for Indian authorities. The involvement of children in activities considered…
Three generations Dimple Kapadia, Twinkle Khanna, Nitara serve fashion goals at airport
Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Three generations of the Khanna-Kapadia family – Bollywood veteran star Dimple Kapadia, daughter Twinkle Khanna and her daughter Nitara were spotted making a stylish appearance at the Mumbai airport on Thursday morning.…
If you don’t win the first match, you’re in a difficult position: SA coach Broos ahead of FIFA WC opener against Mexico
Mexico City, June 11 (IANS) South Africa manager Hugo Broos said his side is ready and motivated ahead of its FIFA World Cup opener against co-host Mexico on Friday (IST), insisting his players must focus on winning the opening game and not be…
Rajat Bedi says ‘times have changed’ as he recalls early days with Shah Rukh Khan
Mumbai, June 11 (IANS) Actor Rajat Bedi has reflected on how much the film industry has changed over the years while recalling his early days in cinema. The actor shared nostalgic memories of working with Shah Rukh Khan when he was just starting out in…