$11.5 billion Adani-IHC project to position Odisha as global aluminium supply hub

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:26 PM

Bhubaneswar, July 2 (IANS) The Rs 1.08 lakh crore ($11.5 billion) integrated greenfield aluminium project in Odisha, a 50:50 joint venture between Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) and Abu Dhabi-based International Resources Holding (IRH), an IHC Group company, is expected to be Odisha's largest foreign direct investment (FDI) proposal and India's largest FDI in the metallurgy sector, it was announced on Thursday.

Rajinikanth's 'Jailer 2' to hit screens worldwide on October 15 this year!

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:23 PM

Chennai, July 2 (IANS) The makers of director Nelson Dilipkumar's eagerly awaited action entertainer 'Jailer 2', featuring Superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, on Thursday announced that the film would hit screens worldwide on October 15 this year, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Yuki and Balaji have a great chance of going deep at Wimbledon: Vijay Amritraj

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:20 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Indian tennis great Vijay Amritraj has backed Yuki Bhambri and N. Sriram Balaji to emerge as India's biggest hopes at Wimbledon 2026, saying both men's doubles teams have the quality to make deep runs at the All England Club.

When Tom Hanks said Clint Eastwood treats his actors like horses

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:19 PM

Los Angeles, July 2 (IANS) Hollywood actor Tom Hanks once said that actor-director Clint Eastwood treats his actors like horses on the sets of his films.

Mindy Kaling lauds Tina Fey and Amy Poehler for their contribution in her weight-loss journey

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:18 PM

Los Angeles, July 2 (IANS) Hollywood actress Mindy Kaling has expressed her gratitude to Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. The two have played an important role in Mindy Kaling’s weight-loss journey.

Indian visitors flock to Nepal in record numbers

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:11 PM

Kathmandu, July 2 (IANS) Nepal witnessed a record number of Indian tourist arrivals by air in June, with visitors from the southern neighbour helping sustain the country's tourism industry amid disruptions caused by the US-Iran war.

FIFA WC: Gueye quits Senegal team, demands change in current staff after Belgium loss

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:08 PM

New York, July 2 (IANS) Senegal's midfielder Pape Gueye has decided to take a break from playing for his international side while the current management remains in charge. The 27-year-old's decision comes after his side's painful exit from the round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup with a 3-2 defeat to Belgium in a match they had looked to have under control.

Strong economic indicators back India's growth story

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:06 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The latest economic indicators released by the Union government continue to underline the resilience of the Indian economy despite global uncertainties.

Ram Temple's offerings traded in shops under Champat Rai's supervision, alleges former karsevak

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:06 PM

Ayodhya, July 2 (IANS) Dharm Sena Bharat chief and former 'karsevak' Santosh Dubey on Thursday alleged that gold and silver ornaments and other precious offerings made at the Ram Temple but were reportedly missing now were traded in shops within Ayodhya and that Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's former General Secretary Champat Rai was aware of it.

India highlights efforts in combatting climate change at UNESCAP committee session

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:00 PM

Bangkok, July 2 (IANS) Jagpreet Kaur, First Secretary of the Embassy of India in Bangkok, on Thursday highlighted India’s efforts in combatting climate change during her statement at the 9th session of the Committee on Environment and Development (CED9) of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP).