Shivani Narayan tells Tamil film industry: Ensure the daughters of this soil are also given the chance to live and grow

IANS | March 24, 2026 9:04 AM

Chennai, March 24 (IANS) Actress Shivani Narayanan, who shot to fame after her participation in the Tamil television reality show Bigg Boss, has now pointed out to the leaders of the Tamil film industry that celebrating the "super hit" status of others while regional actresses were being consistently bypassed for leading roles was a quiet, yet powerful form of systematic suppression.

Varun Dhawan quips about ‘saas’ level ‘taanas’ from trainer during gym session

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:57 AM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan shared a humorous take on his gym routine, sharing how his trainer has been constantly pushing him with relentless “taanas” (taunts), which he jokingly compared to those from a mother-in-law.

Samir Soni says he’d ‘rather quit acting than play supporting roles after 25 years’: It’s time to play the lead

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:55 AM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Bollywood actor Samir Soni, on Tuesday, made a strong statement about his career.

California Indian Dance Academy set for Disney stage

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:50 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) A Southern California-based Indian dance academy has been selected to perform at the Diwali Dance Fest at Walt Disney World, marking a major milestone for the Santa Clarita group.

Trump, Munir discuss Iran crisis over phone: White House

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:40 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) US President Donald Trump spoke over the phone with Pakistan Army Chief Gen Asif Munir on the Iran war, the White House said.

May Maa Katyayani infuse her devotees with immense strength: PM Modi

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:36 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to the countrymen on the sixth day of Chaitra Navratri, which is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani.

Markets rally as Trump signals pause in Iran strikes, energy risks persist

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:13 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) Global markets rallied after President Donald Trump signalled a pause in strikes on Iran, but analysts warned that the underlying energy crisis remains unresolved.

Backchannel talks shape US-Iran pause: Report

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:08 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) A series of backchannel talks helped shape President Donald Trump’s decision to pause planned strikes on Iran, according to US media reports.

US Congressman McGovern marks historic community engagement during temple visit in Massachusetts

IANS | March 24, 2026 8:04 AM

Washington, March 24 (IANS) During a visit to the Sri Lakshmi Temple in Massachusetts, Congressman Jim McGovern engaged with community members in a moment organisers described as both symbolic and historic.

When Sudha Chandran credited her ‘Jaipur Foot’ for being an international celebrity

IANS | March 24, 2026 7:59 AM

Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) Veteran actor-dancer Sudha Chandran, in an old video shared by Lehren TV, spoke about her journey and credited the Jaipur Foot for her attaining the status of an international celebrity.