CBSE receives over 56,000 re-evaluation requests, thwarts major cyber attack

IANS | June 4, 2026 9:10 AM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has reported a massive response to its answer-sheet verification and re-evaluation process, with more than 56,000 applications submitted by students. The Board also revealed that it successfully defended its online systems against a significant cyber attack during the ongoing application period.

India-US ties in stabilisation phase, not reset, says ex-White House official (IANS Interview)

Lalit K. Jha | June 4, 2026 8:58 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) India-US relations are undergoing a period of "tactical stabilisation" but remain constrained by lingering strategic mistrust despite recent progress on trade and civil nuclear cooperation, former White House and State Department India expert Basant Sanghera has said.

Shekhar Suman’s playful swipe at Bollywood: In the industry we are in, more clothes are taken off

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:52 AM

Mumbai, June 4 (IANS) Actor Shekhar Suman, who is currently seen hosting “Shekhar Tonite” discussing a growing chikankari clothing venture with Ali Fazal. As Ali spoke about expanding his online fashion brand beyond India, the chat show host couldn't resist taking a playful dig at the entertainment industry.

Hina Khan calls it ‘shameful’, hits out at Shilpa Shinde for falsely accusing producer of sexual harassment?

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:31 AM

Mumbai, June 4 (IANS) Television superstar Hina Khan has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding actress Shilpa Shinde’s recent confession about filing false allegations against a producer.

US seeking third-country options for Afghans in Pakistan

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:30 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that the United States is working to find third-country resettlement options for Afghan allies stranded abroad, including many currently in Pakistan, as the Trump administration continues to review relocation policies for those who assisted American forces during the Afghanistan war.

India-US ties rebounding after tough 2025: Ex-diplomat Nisha Biswal (IANS Interview)

Lalit K. Jha | June 4, 2026 8:24 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) India and the United States have succeeded in stabilising their relationship after a difficult period in 2025, but rebuilding trust and restoring the ambition that characterised the partnership in recent years will take time, former senior US diplomat Nisha Desai Biswal has said.

India's Major Prabhat Mishra wins top honours at US Army college

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:16 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) An Indian Army officer was among the standout graduates at a prestigious US Army leadership programme, winning two major academic awards as nearly 1,000 military officers from the United States and partner nations completed advanced training at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.

China competition now drives nearly every US diplomatic conversation, says Rubio

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:11 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that concerns over China's dominance in critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and strategic supply chains have become a central feature of virtually every major US diplomatic engagement, underscoring how competition with Beijing increasingly shapes American foreign policy worldwide.

1st World Yogasana Sports Championship to be hosted in Ahmedabad today, PM Modi to attend virtually

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:04 AM

Ahmedabad, June 4 (IANS) The 1st World Yogasana Sports Championship will take place in Gujarat's Ahmedabad, starting Thursday.

Quad moves from dialogue to action: Rubio

IANS | June 4, 2026 7:56 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) The United States, India, Japan and Australia are moving beyond diplomatic consultations and launching practical initiatives on maritime security, infrastructure and regional resilience, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said, signalling a more action-oriented role for the Quad in the Indo-Pacific.