Kabul, March 18 (IANS) Afghanistan’s Acting Foreign Minister, Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, on Tuesday accused Pakistan’s military of carrying out airstrikes in Kabul that he said resembled “atrocities perpetrated by the Israeli regime against Gaza”, claiming the attack killed more than 408 people undergoing drug‑rehabilitation treatment and injured over 265. Addressing ambassadors, heads of missions, and representatives of international organisations in Kabul, Muttaqi said the strikes…
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New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) India is expected to contribute as much as 17 per cent to global real GDP growth in 2026 as it continues to be the world’s fastest-growing major economy, according to the latest data compiled by the IMF.Among the other countries in the IMF’s top 10 list, the USA is expected to contribute 9.9 per cent to the world’s real GDP growth, followed by Indonesia with 3.8 per cent, Turkiye 2.2 per cent, Saudi Arabia 1.7 per cent, Vietnam 1.6 per cent, while both Nigeria and B…
Washington, Feb 25 (IANS) The US has imposed sanctions on more than 30 individuals, companies, and vessels linked to Iran’s oil trade and weapons programmes. The Treasury Department on Wednesday said the action targets Iran’s so-called shadow fleet and networks supplying ballistic missile and advanced conventional weapons programmes.“Iran exploits financial systems to sell illicit oil, launder the proceeds, procure components for its nuclear and conventional weapons programs, and sup…
Perth, Feb 25 (IANS) Long before the final whistle in Thailand confirmed India’s place in the continental showpiece six months ago, Sangita Basfore had already manifested the journey in her mind as something much bigger than just qualifying for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.At the very start of last year’s qualifying campaign, while the immediate objective for the India women’s national team was to reach the Asian Cup, Sangita’s focus stretched one step further. For her, the Asian Cup was neve…
New Delhi, Feb 20 (IANS) India were the first among the 11 visiting teams to reach Australia ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, touching down in Perth on February 11th, three weeks before their first game against Vietnam on March 4. In Perth, India are following a rigorous training schedule, holding on-field and gym sessions every day, while evenings are reserved for team meetings and opposition analysis. India won their first friendly game on Australian soil against Perth RedStar FC 5-0 o…
New Delhi, Feb 4 (IANS) The Indian senior women’s national team beat Russian side Zvezda-2005 Perm 2-0 in a friendly match at the S&B Sport Football Complex, Serik, Antalya, Turkiye on Wednesday. Anju Tamang scored the early goal in the ninth minute, before Lynda Kom Serto netted late on in the 89th to secure the win for the Blue Tigresses, who played their fifth friendly in Antalya as part of their preparations for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.Earlier, they registered a 1-0…
New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The Indian senior women’s national team registered a 1-0 victory over German side Hertha BSC Frauen in a friendly match at the S&B Sport Football Complex, Serik, Antalya, Turkiye, on Monday.Grace Dangmei scored the decisive goal in the 37th minute to secure the win for the Blue Tigresses, as they continued their preparatory campaign in Türkiye ahead of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026.The Blue Tigresses are in Antalya as part of their build-up to the con…
Tehran, Jan 31 (IANS) Iran’s Army Chief Amir Hatami on Saturday warned that if the United States makes any mistake, it will definitely jeopardise its own security and that of Israel and the entire West Asia region, according to the official news agency IRNA. Speaking at a national festival in Tehran, Hatami emphasised the Iranian armed forces’ readiness amid escalating tensions with Washington.”Today, the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are in complete defence and military readiness…
New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) A strong economic growth coupled with increasing job prospects and a positive outlook for 2026 is driving consumer confidence in India, according to a report.Market research firm Ipsos’ report showed that consumer sentiment in India increased by 1.4 percentage points in January 2026, placing the country second among 30 markets with a national index score of 60.7.The report showed that this month, the GCCI rose 0.5 points to 49.9. After stagnating for much of 2025, the …
Patiala, Jan 28 (IANS) Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports (NSNIS), Patiala, the apex national institute for sports coaching and sports science education under the Sports Authority of India (SAI), will organise an international conference titled “Grassroots to Greatness: Talent Identification and Athlete Development” on February 6-7 aligned with the nation’s long-term vision and preparation for the 2036 Summer Olympic Games. This prestigious conference continues the annual internati…