Capitol Hill backs stronger India-US partnership

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:54 AM

Washington, June 24 (IANS) US lawmakers, senior administration officials and Indian diplomats on voiced strong bipartisan support for deeper India-US ties, calling for closer cooperation on trade, technology, defence and immigration while warning against the rise of anti-India and anti-Hindu sentiment in the United States.

India's innovation adoption makes it a strong long-term market: Aker BioMarine CEO

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:48 AM

Dalian (China), June 24 (IANS) Rapid adoption of innovation and technology, coupled with a growing middle class and a large consumer base, will continue to make India a strong long-term market, Norwegian biotechnology firm Aker BioMarine's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Matts Johansen said on Wednesday at the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as the Summer Davos.

Rajinikanth's #Thalaivar173 titled 'Dharman'

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:46 AM

Chennai, June 24 (IANS) The makers of Superstar Rajinikanth's upcoming film, that was until now being referred to as #Thalaivar173, on Wednesday announced its title as 'Dharman', much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Akshara Singh seeks blessings at Siddhivinayak, Mumba Devi temples

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:37 AM

Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) Ahead of the release of “Welcome To The Jungle,” Bhojpuri actress-singer Akshara Singh, who will be seen in a song titled “Ghis Ghis Ghis” with star Akshay Kumar, sought divine blessings at Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple and Mumba Devi Temple.

Bhagwant Mann video row: Gurugram Police arrest two for forcing 'tailored' forensic report; BJP says state-sponsored cover-up

IANS | June 24, 2026 10:32 AM

New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday alleged that a major conspiracy to manipulate forensic evidence has been exposed following the arrest of two men by Gurugram Police in connection with a complaint filed by a forensic expert, who claimed that senior Punjab Police officials had attempted to influence the preparation of a forensic report related to an "objectionable" video clip allegedly featuring Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.