King Charles III declares Commonwealth Games open as Mirabai, Lovlina lead Indian contingent

July 24, 2026 9:01 AM

King Charles III declares Commonwealth Games open as Mirabai, Lovlina lead Indian contingent

King Charles III formally declared the 2026 Commonwealth Games open in Glasgow on Thursday as a colourful opening ceremony at the OVO Hydro marked the return of the multi-sport event to the Scottish city for the first time since 2014. Olympic medallists Mirabai Chanu and Lovlina Borgohain led the Indian contingent during the Parade of Nations, with Mirabai carrying the Tricolour and Lovlina carrying the ceremonial Commonwealth baton. The pair, both medallists at the Tokyo Olympics, drew loud ch...

PM Modi engages in talks with UK’s King Charles III

December 19, 2024 9:50 PM

PM Modi engages in talks with UK’s King Charles III

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and King Charles III of the United Kingdom engaged in a meaningful conversation on Tuesday, reaffirming their dedication to the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and the UK. The two leaders reflected on the long-standing and historic ties between their nations, expressing mutual commitment to deepening cooperation across various domains. Their dialogue also included discussions on the Commonwealth of Nations, with a focus on the outcomes of the recen...