Chodankar expressed optimism about finalising its alliance with the ruling DMK for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, even as it sought to play down internal differences following allegations made by MP Jothimani on X.
Speaking to ANI, Malik-Shaikh said, "NCP announces the first list of 37 candidates for BMC polls. We have ensured representation from various sections of society in our list. The second and third lists will also be finalised and released soon." She added that the party is hopeful of deliv
Right-arm pacer Anrich Nortje is hoping to get selected for South Africa's ICC T20 World Cup 2026 squad and has described the last two months as the ideal build-up for his complete international comeback.
"The Delhi government has announced the highest cash awards in the country for the medal winners in Olympics and international matches. We are hopeful that in the coming days, the nation will reach new heights in the field of sports," said Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma, as quoted from a relea
"I think it's about taking confidence, learning from the moments that went well, and understanding what worked under pressure. Hopefully, it's something I can build on for the rest of my career," he said.
Chilean envoy in India, Juan Angulo, is hopeful that the next round of talks with India for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) would be the final round and may end up in the finalisation of the trade pact.
Speaking to reporters, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said, "We filed the chargesheet in this case yesterday. The court has taken cognisance of it. I am hopeful that the accused in the chargesheet will be convicted."
Ireland's Ambassador to India, Kevin Kelly, remained "hopeful" of a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union, stating that the meeting of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in February was "very positive."
Asia's only natural ice skating rink in Shimla kick-started its winter season on Wednesday with successful trial runs, marking what officials call a hopeful beginning despite global warming reducing the number of skating sessions each year.
Bahujan Samaj Party national president Mayawati on Monday expressed hope that the Winter Session of Parliament will address important matters concerning the public, as she appealed to both the opposition and treasury benches to ensure the smooth functioning of both houses.
England XI (ENG XI) defeated the Prime Minister's XI (PM's XI) by eight wickets in the two-day pink-ball match, which served as a tune-up for hopeful players on both sides ahead of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, also a pink-ball fixture.