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Shehbaz Sharif pitches for meaningful India-Pakistan engagement

Sharif's communication came in response to a letter sent by PM Modi to the Pakistani leader congratulating him on becoming the Prime Minister

The Hindu · Apr 17, 2022

IPL 2022 | Dinesh Karthik has presented very strong case for India comeback: Kohli

Karthik, who has been playing the role of a finisher for RCB, has had the highest strike rate among the leading run-getters in the tournament scoring 197 runs in six innings at 209.57

The Hindu · Apr 17, 2022

Boris Johnson to travel to India in first visit as PM amid fresh partygate backlash

‘My visit to India will deliver on the things that really matter to the people of both our nations – from job creation and economic growth, to energy security and defence,’ PM Johnson says

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2022

Pandemic-Hit Theater Back in India’s Northeast

Traveling theater groups in India's northeastern state of Assam are reviving the local art and culture scene after the COVID-19 pandemic forced a pause in their performances for a year and a half. Seven roving theater companies are back on stage playing before crowds in villages, towns and cities across…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 17, 2022

14 arrested after communal violence in Indian capital

Police in India’s capital have arrested 14 people after communal violence broke out during a Hindu religious procession, leaving several injured

The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2022

Tale of saris

The nation that we live in today takes great pride in its vibrant culture. The uniqueness of this diversity is however standardized at the times of official events. At most of the official events, when women are asked to appear in Indian formals or ethnic wear, the first image that…

The Times of India · Apr 17, 2022

Differently abled Lokesh Marghade left job to fancy his chances of India comeback

NAGPUR: In 2019, city's Lokesh Marghade was one of the probables for the World Cup for differently abled. He had even notched up 70 not out in the only trial match he got. Unfortunately, he missed the bus to England, where India were crowned champions.

The Times of India · Apr 17, 2022

Britain's Johnson to Talk Trade, Security in India Next Week

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to travel to India next week to discuss trade and security with his counterpart Narendra Modi, who has taken a neutral stance on Russia's war in Ukraine. "As we face threats to our peace and prosperity from autocratic states, it is vital that democracies…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 17, 2022

Indian police arrest 14 after communal clashes in New Delhi

Indian police arrested 14 people in connection with violent clashes between Hindus and Muslims during a Hindu religious procession in the country's capital, New Delhi, police said in a tweet on Sunday.

Reuters · Apr 17, 2022

Anirban Lahiri shoots bogey free 69, lies tied-56th in RBC Heritage

HILTON HEAD ISLAND (US): India's Anirban Lahiri played a bogey free round and found a lot of greens in regulation but not enough inside 10 feet to give himself chances and ended with two-under 69 in the third round of the RBC Heritage golf tournament here.

The Times of India · Apr 17, 2022