Experts warn US-India ties are at their 'lowest point' in 25 years

IANS | December 4, 2025 10:01 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) A panel of leading American strategic experts has cautioned that the United States and India are navigating one of the most fragile phases in their relationship in nearly a quarter century, with political mistrust, stalled trade talks and geopolitical pressures testing what has long been seen in Washington as a critical partnership in the Indo-Pacific.

Putin's Delhi visit: Former diplomats call it significant diplomatic engagement

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:54 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin will begin his visit to India on Thursday with an informal meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence. Former diplomats have described the visit as extremely important, calling it one of the most significant diplomatic engagements India has seen in recent years.

On Shashi Kapoor’s 8th death anniversary, Jackie Shroff pays tribute

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:52 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff paid his heartfelt tribute to late star Shashi Kapoor, who was often referred as the 'Robinhood of Bollywood', on his 8th death anniversary on Thursday.

Bayern survive Union scare in five-goal DFB Cup thriller

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:50 AM

Berlin, Dec 4 (IANS) Bayern Munich battled into the DFB Cup quarterfinals with a dramatic 3-2 win at Union Berlin in a match shaped by two Union own goals, two penalties and fierce late pressure.

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid weak global cues

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:41 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Indian stock markets opened weak on Thursday as pressure from a falling rupee and continued foreign investor selling kept sentiment muted on Dalal Street.

Piyush Goyal to lead high-level trade, investment delegation to Canada in New Year

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:27 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a high-level trade and investment delegation to Canada next year, to advance the trade and commercial engagements between the two countries.

Rupali Ganguly pens note for ‘man who creates stars’ Rajan Shahi on his b'day

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:24 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Popular television star Rupali Ganguly has penned a tender note for producer Rajan Shahi, whom she tagged as the man who gives actors their true worth and creates stars.

42 US lawmakers press Rubio to act on human rights violations in Pakistan

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:23 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) Led by Indian American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Congressman Greg Casar, as many as 42 top American lawmakers have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to take decisive action against what they described as a worsening campaign of "transnational repression" and systematic human rights violations in Pakistan.

Mbappe masterclass inspires Real Madrid's thumping win over Athletic Bilbao

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:18 AM

Madrid, Dec 4 (IANS) Kylian Mbappe opened the scores a stunning goal against Athletic Bilabao, assisted Camavinga for the second and sealed the 3-0 victory for Real Madrid with a fierce shot from the edge of the box.

India aims to lead global green maritime future: Minister

IANS | December 4, 2025 9:16 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) India is determined to move towards a cleaner and more sustainable maritime future, according to Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.