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New Delhi: The second edition of the Rugby Premier League will take place in Hyderabad, marking another important step in the development of rugby in India. The tournament will be staged at the Gachibowli Stadium from June 16 to June 28, 2026, bringing together leading domestic and international players for an action packed competition. Organised by Rugby India, the national governing body for the sport, the league will continue in the fast paced Rugby 7s format. The tournament aims to strengthen the sport’s profile in the country while providing athletes with a competitive platform that matches international standards. The upcoming…

New Delhi: The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are emerging as one of India’s most promising surfing destinations with the launch of the Little Andaman Pro 2026, the first national surfing and stand up paddling championship to be hosted in the region. Scheduled from April 9 to April 12 at Butler Bay in Little Andaman, the event marks a major step in expanding India’s surfing landscape beyond traditional coastal locations. The championship is organised by the Surfing Federation of India with support from the Andaman and Nicobar Tourism Department, reflecting a broader effort to promote ocean sports and adventure tourism in…

Washington: A temporary pause in hostilities between the United States and Iran has been announced after Washington agreed to a two week ceasefire proposal presented by Tehran, creating an opportunity for negotiations aimed at ending the conflict. US President Donald Trump said the proposal, which includes a 10 point framework from Iran, offers a “workable” basis for further dialogue and long term peace in the region. As part of the agreement, US military strikes on Iranian targets have been suspended while diplomatic efforts continue. The proposal requires the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route…

New Delhi: India’s aviation sector has faced major disruptions since the start of the conflict involving Iran, with Indian airlines cancelling more than 10,000 international flights due to airspace closures and operational challenges across West Asia. According to officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, escalating tensions in the region have significantly affected international flight operations, particularly on routes connecting India with Europe and North America. Several countries across West Asia imposed airspace restrictions or closures, forcing airlines to suspend or reroute services. Before the conflict began on February 28, Indian carriers operated around 300 to 350 flights daily to…

New Delhi: Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir have dismantled a suspected terror module linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba following the arrest of five individuals in Srinagar, including two Pakistani militants who had been operating in India for several years. Among those arrested is Abdullah, also known as Abu Hureira, who had reportedly managed to evade security agencies for nearly 16 years after infiltrating India. Officials said he had played a key role in establishing a network of operatives across Jammu and Kashmir and in other parts of the country. The second Pakistani militant arrested in the operation has been identified as…

New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh issued a strong warning to Pakistan following provocative remarks by its Defence Minister Khwaja Asif regarding potential future conflict with India. Addressing an election rally in Barrackpore, Singh criticised the statement made by his Pakistani counterpart and cautioned Islamabad against escalating tensions. Referring to the outcome of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, he reminded that the conflict led to Pakistan being divided into two parts and the creation of Bangladesh. He warned that any aggressive move targeting Bengal could lead to severe consequences for Pakistan. The remarks came after Khwaja Asif suggested that Pakistan…

Guwahati: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has strongly responded to corruption allegations made by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, asserting that the accusations are baseless and unsupported by any legal action. Speaking during an interaction, Sarma questioned the repeated claims that he would be jailed if the Congress returned to power. He said that allegations must be supported by evidence and asked whether any public interest litigation or police complaint had been filed against him. According to the Chief Minister, such statements without proof only undermine the credibility of those making them. Sarma also criticised Rahul Gandhi’s frequent visits to…