PM Modi congratulates Indian athletes as medal tally reaches 23 at the Games

Ludhiana to Jind direct train approved; Indian Railways extends passenger service

Alzarri Joseph denies fallout with Sammy, cites fitness for Test absence

West Indies fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has responded to head coach Daren Sammy's claim that he declined selection for a recent Test series. Joseph said his absence was due to physical unreadiness following a prolonged injury layoff, not a personal dispute. He noted that his body was insufficiently recovered after featuring in ODI matches ahead of the Tests. The pacer stressed his professionalism and unwavering commitment to representing West Indies. Joseph also made clear that personal relationships with team management have no bearing on his dedication to the side.

Delhi Lakshmi Yojana Portal Launches, Over 1,000 Women Register Within Hours

The Delhi government's Lakshmi Yojana portal went live on Saturday, marking the official start of its Rs 2,500 monthly financial assistance scheme for women. Registration camps were set up across the city, drawing women who began queuing as early as 8 am. By noon, 1,083 women had already completed their registrations through the portal. The scheme is aimed at providing direct monthly financial support to eligible women residents of Delhi.

Vijay's Jana Nayagan Crosses Rs 184 Crore in India After 10 Days

Vijay's action drama Jana Nayagan maintained its box office momentum into its second weekend. The film earned Rs 0.63 crore on its tenth day of release. This pushed its cumulative India net collection to Rs 184.19 crore. The movie continues to draw strong audiences, particularly in Tamil Nadu. Weekend footfall remains a key factor in sustaining the film's overall performance.