Pakistan-born US man charged after machinegun, attack notes found

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:56 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) A Pakistani-born Delaware man -- who has lived in the United States since his youth and is now an American citizen -- has been charged with illegally possessing a machine gun after police and federal agents recovered weapons, high-capacity magazines, ballistic gear, and handwritten notes detailing attack methods and law-enforcement targets, US prosecutors have said.

Leonardo DiCaprio on being an actor: It’s a marathon, not a sprint

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:46 AM

Los Angeles, Dec 4 (IANS) Academy Award-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio says he has approached his career like a “marathon, not a sprint”.

'They safeguard our shores and uphold our maritime interests': PM Modi lauds Indian Navy

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:41 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended greetings to all Indian Navy personnel on the occasion of Navy Day, praising the force for its growing self-reliance, steadfast resolve and the valour with which it guards the nation’s maritime frontiers.

Ahan Shetty wraps up ‘Border 2’: It carries weight of real stories, real courage, and patriotism

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:26 AM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Actor Ahan Shetty has wrapped up the shoot for his upcoming war film ”Border 2”. He said that he is leaving with a heart full of gratitude for the armed forces, the incredible artists he had the chance to share screen with, and the entire team who have become family.

Mamta Singh becomes first Indian American elected in Jersey City

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:18 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) In a milestone moment for one of the United States' largest Indian American population centres, Mamta Singh this week won a Council At-Large seat in Jersey City, becoming the first Indian American ever elected to public office in the city's history.

Delhi rolls out warm welcome for Russian President Putin amid high-level security

IANS | December 4, 2025 8:08 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) As Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in India for his two-day historic visit on Thursday, New Delhi has been lined with banners welcoming the Russian leader, marking the beginning of an engagement that carries significant diplomatic weight.

Washington watches Modi–Putin summit closely, weighs implications

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:23 AM

Washington, Dec 4 (IANS) The Modi–Putin engagement in New Delhi on Thursday and Friday is prompting heightened scrutiny in Washington, where foreign-policy experts are parsing both the optics and the outcomes of the high-profile summit.

Russian President Putin to being two-day India visit today; defence, trade and energy talks on agenda

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:20 AM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin will begin his two-day visit to India on Thursday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to host him for a private dinner shortly after he arrives in New Delhi.

CEC Gyanesh Kumar highlights India’s democratic legacy as he accepts Chairship of IDEA 2026

IANS | December 4, 2025 12:17 AM

New Delhi/Stockholm, Dec 4 (IANS) Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday formally accepted the Chairship of the Council of Member States of the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) for the year 2026, emphasising India's long democratic heritage and the Election Commission of India’s decades-long experience in conducting transparent and credible elections.

India assumes Chairship of International IDEA for 2026

IANS | December 3, 2025 11:54 PM

New Delhi/Stockholm, Dec 3 (IANS) India has been elected as the Chair of International IDEA -- the Intergovernmental organisation that supports sustainable democracy across the world -- for the year 2026. The announcement was made after a meeting of the Council of Member States held in Stockholm, Sweden, where India formally assumed the annual Chairship from Switzerland, the outgoing Chair for 2025.