Compliance-based cooperation, not tariffs, is effective pathway forward: CII tells USTR

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:54 AM

Washington, July 9 (IANS) The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has urged the United States to address concerns over forced labour through bilateral trade mechanisms instead of imposing additional tariffs, telling a US Trade Representative (USTR) hearing that dialogue and compliance would be more effective than punitive trade measures.

Prithviraj-starrer 'I, Nobody' makers get John Doe order to prevent piracy

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:44 AM

Chennai, July 9 (IANS) The makers of director Nissam Basheer’s eagerly awaited Malayalam film ‘I, Nobody’, featuring actor Prithviraj Sukumaran in the lead, have now obtained a John Doe (Ashok Kumar ) order from the Hon’ble Madras High Court to prevent piracy and unauthorised distribution of the film.

India resilient despite oil shock: IMF

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:31 AM

Washington, July 9 (IANS) India's economy remains resilient despite the headwinds of higher global oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said as it marginally lowered the country's 2026 growth forecast to 6.4 per cent while projecting stronger expansion next year as the energy shock eases.

Prince Narula on battle with anxiety: Was taking 18 tablets a day

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:19 AM

Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) Prince Narula has spoken about his battle with severe anxiety, health complications, and the strain it placed on his marriage with wife Yuvika Chaudhary. The reality TV star revealed he was taking as many as 18 tablets a day, struggled with palpitations and weight gain.