India and China discuss ways to enhance bilateral exchanges at political, people-to-people levels

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:39 PM

Beijing, July 27 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri discussed ways to enhance bilateral exchanges between India and China at the political and people-to-people levels during his meeting with Hong Liang, the Deputy Secretary General of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), in Beijing on Monday.

India’s data centre capacity likely to surge 40 pc annually to 12 GW by 2030: Report

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:35 PM

New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) India’s operational data centre capacity is likely to rise from 2.2 GW in 2025 to 12 GW by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 40 per cent, a report said on Monday.

'You have to want to help another human being', says Varun Aaron on the core tenet of coaching

Niharika Raina | July 27, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) Varun Aaron has always been addicted to speed. His playing days as an express fast bowler might be behind him, which saw him play nine Tests and as many ODIs for India, apart from being a regular in the IPL and for Jharkhand in domestic cricket.

Vineet Kumar Singh hopes ‘Pal Bhar Ke Liye’ resonates across cultures at IFFM premiere

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:26 PM

Mumbai, July 27 (IANS) Actor Vineet Kumar Singh has opened up about the world premiere of his film ‘Pal Bhar Ke Liye’ at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM).

Sonakshi Sinha credits Gen Z for her improved padel game: ‘Just take it yaar’

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:25 PM

Mumbai, July 27 (IANS) Actress Sonakshi Sinha gave a fun shoutout to Gen Z, crediting the younger generation for helping improve her padel game.

'Will not go unanswered': Iran slams Ukraine's attack on its vessel

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:24 PM

Tehran, July 27 (IANS) Terming Ukraine's attack on an Iranian vessel "illegal", Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday described Kyiv's move as dangerous adventurism and warned that it will not go unanswered.

CWG 2026: India’s Sachin outclasses England’s William Hewitt to enter men’s 60kg boxing quarterfinals

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:20 PM

Glasgow, July 27 (IANS) Indian boxer Sachin stormed into the quarterfinals of the men’s 60kg event at the Commonwealth Games 2026 after defeating England’s William Hewitt by a 4-1 split decision in the Round of 16 on Sunday.

India, Cote d'Ivoire discuss ways to strengthen defence cooperation

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:15 PM

New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) India and Cote d'Ivoire on Monday discussed ways to strengthen defence cooperation and enhance the capabilities of the Ivory Coast Air Force.

HDFC Bank board finds 'business overreach', fines CEO and CFO Rs 1 lakh each

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:14 PM

Mumbai, July 27 (IANS) HDFC Bank on Monday said its board has issued warning letters and imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 1 lakh each on Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Sashidhar Jagdishan, Chief Financial Officer Srinivasan Vaidyanathan and Group Head – Retail Assets Arvind Vohra following the conclusion of an internal review into the bank's deposit arrangements with the Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation (MSRDC).

Pakistan faces fresh EU scrutiny over GSP+ trade benefits

IANS | July 27, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, July 27 (IANS) Pakistan is facing renewed pressure over its continued access to the European Union's Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) trade benefits, with the latest monitoring report raising serious concerns over the country's human rights record, governance standards and implementation of international commitments, according to a report.