Lovlina clinches gold at Women's National Boxing Championship in Hyderabad

Lovlina clinches gold at Women's National Boxing Championship in Hyderabad

Guwahati/Hyderabad, 1 July (HS): Assam’s star boxer Lovlina Borgohain won the gold medal in the Women’s National Boxing Championship held in Hyderabad. Tokyo Olympics bronze medalist Lovlina Borgohain performed brilliantly in the national competition and won the gold medal by defeating her opponent in the final. Through this victory, Lovlina once again set an important…

Digital India initiative marks 10 years since its launch

New Delhi, 1 July (H.S.): The Digital India initiative marks its tenth anniversary, having launched on July 1, 2015. Prime Minister Narendra Modi noted significant growth in internet connections, surging from 250 million in 2014 to over 970 million today. The initiative has fundamentally transformed governance, the economy, and daily life in India. BJP President…

South Korea says North Korea notified UN Command of fortification plans inside demilitarised zone

South Korea says North Korea notified UN Command of fortification plans inside demilitarised zone

Seoul, June 30 (IANS) North Korea has informed the US-led United Nations Command (UNC) of its plans to build fortifications inside the border between the two Koreas, Seoul’s Defence Ministry said on Monday, marking the first notification of its kind in more than six months. The North notified the multinational command tasked with monitoring inter-Korean…

Union Cabinet approves National Sports Policy-2025 to establish India as sports superpower.

New Delhi, 1 July (H.S.): The Cabinet has approved the National Sports Policy-2025 (NSP-2025), aiming to empower citizens and establish India as a global sports superpower, particularly in preparation for the 2036 Olympics. This new policy will replace the National Sports Policy of 2001 and was developed after extensive consultations with various stakeholders, including athletes…

Akshay Kumar reflects on life’s true and real wealth in a thoughtful message

Akshay Kumar reflects on life’s true and real wealth in a thoughtful message

Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Bollywood’s Khiladi Akshay Kumar showcased his philosophical side as he shared a heartfelt message on the true essence of life. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared a thoughtful note where he emphasized the importance of cherishing small and joyful moments. Kumar also reminded fans that real wealth lies not in material…

(revised & updated)Two rockets hit military section of Kirkuk airport in northern Iraq late Monday

(revised & updated)Two rockets hit military section of Kirkuk airport in northern Iraq late Monday

KIRKUK(Iraq), 1 July (H.S.): Late Monday, two rockets struck the military section of Kirkuk airport in northern Iraq, targeting facilities used by the Iraqi Army, federal police, and Hashed al-Shaabi forces. A senior security official reported that a third rocket hit a house in the Uruba neighborhood, though fortunately, there were no injuries linked to…

Akshay Kumar reflects on life’s true and real wealth in a thoughtful message

Akshay Kumar reflects on life’s true and real wealth in a thoughtful message

Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Bollywood’s Khiladi Akshay Kumar showcased his philosophical side as he shared a heartfelt message on the true essence of life. Taking to Instagram, the actor shared a thoughtful note where he emphasized the importance of cherishing small and joyful moments. Kumar also reminded fans that real wealth lies not in material…

Sri Lankan Navy detains 7 Indian fishermen for purported unlawful fishing

COLOMBO, 1 July (H.S.): The Sri Lankan Navy announced on Tuesday that it detained seven Indian fishermen and confiscated their trawler for reportedly fishing illegally in the country’s waters, marking the second occurrence of this kind within a week. According to the Navy spokesman, the detentions occurred on Monday evening in the territorial waters of…

HI reveals 20-member Indian A men's team for tour in Europe

New Delhi, 1 July (H.S.): On Tuesday, Hockey India revealed a 20-player Indian men’s A team for a European exposure tour that will include eight matches scheduled between July 8-20. In a statement released here, HI mentioned that the tour is designed to offer significant international exposure to a blend of novice and seasoned players….

Pakistan's white-ball vice-captain Shadab is set for an extended absence because of shoulder injury

Karachi, 1 July (H.S.): Pakistan’s limited-overs vice-captain Shadab Khan is set for a three-month absence due to a recurring shoulder issue that needs surgical intervention. An insider from the Pakistan Cricket Board stated on Tuesday that the PCB’s medical team has recommended the leg-spin all-rounder to have surgery for his ongoing shoulder issue. The source…