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New Delhi: Commonwealth Games gold medallist Lakshya Sen began his India Open campaign on a commanding note, easing past fellow Indian Ayush Shetty in straight games to advance to the second round. The top Indian shuttler registered a 21-12, 21-15 victory, underlining his status as one of the tournament favourites. Lakshya entered the contest with confidence, having won both of his previous meetings against Ayush on the international circuit. That experience showed early, as he raced to a 7-1 lead in the opening game. His sharp shot selection, quick movement and ability to dictate rallies left his younger opponent struggling…

New Delhi: Concerns over air quality in the national capital have once again come under the spotlight after World Championships bronze medallist Anders Antonsen criticised Delhi as an unsuitable venue for hosting international badminton tournaments. The Danish shuttler said severe pollution was the primary reason behind his decision to withdraw from the India Open for the third consecutive year. Antonsen, one of Denmark’s leading players, revealed that his absence from the tournament was driven entirely by environmental conditions rather than sporting considerations. He stated that the air quality in Delhi posed health risks that made it difficult for athletes to…

New Delhi: Medical student associations in India have assured that Indian nationals studying in Iran remain safe amid the ongoing unrest in the country, adding that they are closely monitoring developments and remain in constant coordination with the Indian government and diplomatic authorities. Representatives of national medical bodies said that nearly 3,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in educational institutions across Iran, with around 2,000 pursuing medical studies. According to the associations, students have largely stayed indoors as a precautionary measure and have not reported any direct threats to their safety so far. The organisations said they are in regular…

New Delhi: Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified sharply as nationwide anti government protests in Iran turn increasingly deadly, prompting strong warnings from US President Donald Trump and defiant responses from Tehran. The unfolding crisis has raised concerns about a broader regional confrontation at a time of heightened instability in the Middle East. Iranian authorities have accused Washington of encouraging unrest and interfering in the country’s internal affairs. Officials claimed that US statements were aimed at undermining Iran’s sovereignty, national security and territorial integrity. These accusations come amid reports of a severe crackdown on protesters, with human…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed the depth and reliability of the India–France strategic partnership during a meeting with Emmanuel Bonne, diplomatic adviser to French President Emmanuel Macron, in New Delhi. The interaction underscored the growing convergence between the two countries across political, economic and strategic domains, ahead of President Macron’s upcoming visit to India. The Prime Minister highlighted that cooperation between India and France continues to expand beyond traditional areas into innovation, advanced technology and education. He noted that the partnership is marked by mutual trust and sustained engagement, reflecting a shared vision on regional and…

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar held a telephonic conversation with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday, reviewing the full spectrum of India–US relations, including trade, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation, defence and energy. Both sides underlined the importance of maintaining steady engagement to advance shared bilateral and global priorities. The discussion marked a continuation of high-level diplomatic engagement between New Delhi and Washington, with the two leaders agreeing to stay closely connected as talks progress across key sectors. The conversation comes at a time when India and the United States are seeking to stabilise and…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described Pongal as a deeply warming festival that offers valuable lessons on maintaining balance between nature, family and society. Extending greetings to people celebrating the harvest festival in India and across the world, he said Pongal reflects the cultural depth, values and joy of Tamil society. In his message, the Prime Minister noted that Pongal has evolved into a global celebration, observed with enthusiasm by Tamil communities and admirers of Tamil culture worldwide. He said the festival honours the hard work of farmers and expresses gratitude to the land and the Sun,…