India

Future of female wrestlers bleak: Sakshi Mallik retires as Brij Bhushan’s aide becomes WFI Prez

Sanjay Singh, a close aide of the molestation-accused former WFI President Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, emerged victorious in the recently-concluded WFI presidential elections, dealing a major blow to the wrestlers who have been advocating for justice and a safe environment within the federation.

BharatRizin ventures into sports entertainment with Bhojpuri Dabanggs acquisition

The announcement was made by BharatRizin directors Kanishk Sheel, Sushil Sharma, Sushil Malik, and Rahul Mishra in the presence of Bhojpuri Dabanggs captain and Member of Parliament, Manoj Tiwari. 

Centre greenlights PM MITRA parks to revolutionise textile industry

NEW DELHI: The Centre has approved the establishment of 7 PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Parks, allocating Rs. 4,445 crores for these ventures. This initiative is designed to bolster the nation’s textile industry by enhancing operational scale, reducing logistics costs through the consolidation of the entire value chain in one location, […]

Chinese President Xi Jinping issues direct warning to U.S. President Biden on Taiwan reunification

He also refuted predictions by some U.S. military leaders regarding a specific timeline for the reunification, asserting that no such timeframe has been established.

Lok Sabha passes Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, overturning colonial-era law

NEW DELHI: In a historic legislative move, the Lok Sabha has given its nod to the Press and Registration of Periodicals Bill, 2023, heralding the end of the antiquated Press and Registration of Books Act, of 1867. The bill, which has already secured passage in the Rajya Sabha during the Monsoon Session, brings about significant […]