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India have been drawn in Group A of the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers alongside hosts Kuwait, Australia, and Mongolia. The matches will be held in Kuwait City from September 20 to 24. India is making its second appearance in qualifiers.

India’s e-commerce market is projected to grow from $30 billion in 2020 to $300 billion by 2030, fueled by internet access, policy support, and rising consumer aspirations. Q-commerce, D2C brands, content platforms, and UPI microtransactions are reshaping the digital economy.

The Infinix GT 30 Pro’s price starts from Rs. 24,999, but you can buy this model on Easy EMIs to ease the payment burden. To do so, all you have to do is visit the nearest Bajaj Finserv partner store.

Aaradhana Tehlan fought back to win her opening match in the ATF Under-14 tennis event in Hyderabad, while Indian boys and girls registered strong performances in singles and doubles rounds

The visit underscores India’s commitment to strengthening strategic and defence ties with key African partners in the Indian Ocean region.

Canada joined defending champions India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, South Africa, United States, West Indies, Ireland, New Zealand and Pakistan in the 20-team event.

India begin their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers against Mongolia in Chiang Mai on June 23. With a youthful squad and tactical focus, coach Crispin Chettri eyes historic qualification for the tournament via the qualifiers for the first time.

A man in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, arranged the temple wedding of his wife of 15 years to her alleged lover, claiming she tried to poison him and harm their son. The wife has denied the charges and said the wedding was forced

India's Velavan Senthilkumar signed off with a bronze medal after losing to second seed Alex Lau Tsz Kwan of Hong Kong in the men's singles semifinal at the Asian Squash Championships

The University of Hyderabad has been ranked in the #801–850 band globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026. With a strong research footprint, the university earned a global rank of 335 in the ‘Citations per Faculty’ indicator.

World Table Tennis has launched WTT India to bring international events, support athlete development, and build a local fan base. Led by Steve Dainton, Vita Dani, and Sharath Kamal, the initiative aims to transform India's table tennis ecosystem.

Shrivalli Bhamidipaty wins the Billie Jean King Cup Heart Award for Asia/Oceania, becoming the third Indian to do so. She now targets top-200 WTA ranking and Grand Slam qualification

In a statement released on social media platform X, the MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that the Indian Embassy in Tehran is "continuously monitoring the security situation and engaging Indian students in Iran to ensure their safety."

A 16-member team will represent India at the 2025 Para Powerlifting World Cup, to be held in Beijing from June 17 to 25

Air India and IndiGo have rerouted multiple flights after Iranian airspace was closed due to regional tensions. Passengers have been warned of delays, especially on Europe and North America routes. Airlines are prioritizing safety and offering customer support.

The GMR Rugby Premier League, launching in Mumbai on June 15, will spotlight India’s top rugby talent, including national stars like Mohit Khatri and Prince Khatri. The league aims to elevate Indian rugby’s profile through high-level domestic and international exposure.

French-Caribbean artist David Walters will perform in Hyderabad on June 24 during his India tour for Fête de la Musique. Known for his Afro-Caribbean soul-funk sound, Walters’ performances blend heritage with global music influences in a high-energy showcase.

Zoom has launched its AI-powered Contact Center in India, offering an omnichannel, cloud-based solution with Bring Your Own Carrier (BYOC) support. The platform aims to enhance customer service, streamline agent workflows, and meet compliance needs across sectors.

The Air India crash in Ahmedabad has revived scrutiny over aviation safety in India. The country has witnessed several major air disasters in the past, including the 1996 Charkhi Dadri mid-air collision and the 2020 Kozhikode crash.

With a parity score of just 64.1 per cent, India is among the lowest-ranked countries in South Asia, according to the report released on Thursday. India ranked 129 last year