China Open 2026: Aryna Sabalenka Knocked Out by Qualifier Nikola Bartunkova

Beijing witnessed a major upset on Friday, October 4, 2026, as the WTA 1000 China Open saw World No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka dramatically exit the tournament, falling to the 20-year-old Czech sensation Nikola Bartunkova. Bartunkova, ranked 34th globally, produced a masterful performance on the Diamond Court at the National Tennis Center, securing a 6-4, 6-3 … Read more

Asian Games 2026: Jay Shah lauds Japan for writing ‘new chapter’ in cricket, congratulates India on defending gold

Jay Shah, the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), congratulated the Shreyas Iyer-led Indian cricket team on Saturday after they defended the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. He also lauded Japan for writing a “new chapter” in cricket’s history. India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in the final on … Read more

Asian Games 2026: Bronze medallist Narender Berwal eyes 2028 Olympics

Indian boxers received a warm welcome after their best-ever Asian Games performance, securing 6 medals. Bronze medallist Narender Berwal aims for the 2028 Olympics, while Lovlina Borgohain, Parveen Hooda and Ankush Panghal won gold. Members of the Indian boxing contingent received a warm reception upon their arrival in New Delhi after securing medals at the … Read more

Experts urge India to open markets to withstand global economic shocks

Experts at the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave advised India to strengthen its resilience to geopolitical and economic shocks by pursuing more open trade, deepening international partnerships, and securing its position in global value chains. India needs to strengthen its resilience to growing geopolitical and economic shocks by pursuing more open trade and investment policies, deepening … Read more

Mortal remains of Ranchi yoga teacher killed in Vietnam reach home

The mortal remains of Ranchi yoga teacher Raja Kumar Verma, killed in a road accident in Vietnam on September 25, were brought home. His friend, Vinay Kumar Rai, also died. Repatriation was done with help from the government and Indian community. The mortal remains of yoga teacher Raja Kumar Verma, who was killed in a … Read more

IAF marathon in Jodhpur sees 3,500+ runners, including 250 foreigners.

The Indian Air Force organized a marathon in Jodhpur, drawing over 3,500 participants, including 250 foreigners and 150 schoolchildren. Officials noted the event’s success as a team-building initiative for the city of Jodhpur. More than 3,500 participants, including around 250 foreigners and over 150 schoolchildren, took part in a marathon organised by the Indian Air … Read more

Rahul Gandhi undermining institutions, eroding faith in democracy: BJP

BJP MLA Alleti Maheshwar Reddy slammed Rahul Gandhi for allegedly undermining constitutional bodies like the ECI and eroding public faith in democracy. Reddy’s critique follows a report on electoral irregularities, which sparked opposition protests. BJP MLA Accuses Rahul Gandhi of Undermining Democracy Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Alleti Maheshwar Reddy on Sunday launched a sharp … Read more