PM Modi hands over Fast Patrol Vessel, ambulances, utility vehicles and laser radial boats to Seychelles

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:38 PM

Victoria, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday handed over 'Made in India' Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) PS LESPWAR, six ambulances, 10 utility vehicles and five laser radial boats to strengthen Seychelles' maritime surveillance and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) priorities. The handing-over ceremony took place in the presence of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base in Victoria, during the first day of PM Modi's State Visit to the archipelagic island.

Sunita Ahuja on ‘Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa’: I said yes because of Ektaa Kapoor

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:37 PM

Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Bollywood actor Govinda's better half Sunita Ahuja will be part of the reality show ‘Lock Upp: Sach Ya Sazaa’. She revealed that she said yes to the show because of Ektaa Kapoor.

Japan reaffirms 10 trillion yen investment in India over next decade: Minister

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:31 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to invest 10 trillion yen in India over the next decade, with Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama describing the bilateral partnership as one that could become "the most important relationship in the world", according to a statement.

Kris Jenner says daughter Khloe Kardashian has the 'most generous heart'

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:28 PM

Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Kris Jenner penned a lovely birthday wish for daughter Khloe Kardashian on social media as she turned a year older on Saturday.

Auqib Nabi’s four-wicket haul hands India A crucial 122-run lead against Sri Lanka A

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:28 PM

Galle, June 27 (IANS) Pacer Auqib Nabi Dar spearheaded India A’s bowling charge with a four-wicket haul as the visitors secured a commanding 122-run first-innings advantage against Sri Lanka A on day three of the first four-day game here on Saturday.

Pakistan’s relentless persecution of Ahmadis breaches fundamental internal human rights norms: Report

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:23 PM

Kabul, June 27 (IANS) The continued persecution of Ahmadis in Pakistan represents a persistent violation of fundamental human rights and international legal commitments. It undermines religious freedom, personal security, political participation, equality before the law, and the right to live with dignity, a report has stated.

PM Modi lauds Indian community’s contribution to Seychelles' progress

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:16 PM

Victoria, June 27 (IANS) Kicking off his State Visit to the archipelagic island, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday lauded the Indian community's contribution towards Seychelles’ progress.

India’s East Asia push opens new opportunities for Mongolia: Report

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:08 PM

Ulaanbaatar/New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) India's growing engagement with East Asia across several areas, including technology, trade, supply chain resilience, and soft power, offers fresh opportunities for Mongolia's landlocked economy. The two countries' shared non-bloc approach complements their respective economic and growth strategies, a report has stated.

Women's T20 WC: 'Experience will be key in crucial Ireland game', says Afy Fletcher

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:06 PM

Bristol, June 27 (IANS) West Indies veteran leg-spinner Afy Fletcher said the team is in a positive frame of mind and focused on executing their plans as they clash with Ireland in a crucial Women's T20 World Cup clash on Saturday to seal a place in the semi-finals.

Neil Nitin Mukesh says 'I love you most' in a heartfelt birthday wish for dad Nitin Mukesh

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:00 PM

Mumbai, June 27 (IANS) Actor Neil Nitin Mukesh used social media to pen a heartfelt wish for his father Nitin Mukesh as he celebrated his 76th birthday on Saturday.