India and Netherlands discuss ways to strengthen ties in critical technologies, defence and security

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:19 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) India and Netherlands held the 13th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi on Thursday, discussing ways to further strengthen the partnership in sectors such as critical technologies and innovation including semiconductors and AI, science and technology, green hydrogen and shipping, defence and security, as well as priority areas of Water, Agriculture and Health (WAH agenda).

Govt approved 25 lakh additional LPG connections under PMUY

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:18 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) The government has approved the release of 25 lakh additional liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) connections under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) during the FY 26 to clear pending applications and move toward saturation of household LPG access, an official statement said on Thursday.

JP Nadda meets Russian counterpart, discusses bilateral ties in health sector

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Thursday met with his Russian counterpart, Mikhail Murashko.

Emotional number 'Pommante' from Naga Shaurya's 'Bad Boy Karthik' is an ode to sibling love!

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:11 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 4 (IANS) The makers of director Raam Desina's eagerly awaited upcoming film 'Bad Boy Karthik', featuring Telugu star Naga Shaurya in the lead, on Thursday released the lyrical video of the emotional number 'Pommante' from the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

‘Election denialism to seeking western intervention’: Think Tank CEO tears into Rahul Gandhi

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) BlueKraft Digital Foundation CEO Akhilesh Mishra on Thursday rebutted Congress general secretary K.C. Venugopal and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over their claim that the government was blocking visiting foreign dignitaries from meeting the LoP ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit.

PM Modi expresses grief over demise of Swaraj Kaushal, husband of Sushma Swaraj

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:07 PM

New Delhi, Dec 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of senior lawyer and former Mizoram governor Swaraj Kaushal, husband of former Union Minister Late Sushma Swaraj and father of BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, on Thursday.

When late Dharmendra waited for two hours just to watch Kapil Sharma perform in Toronto

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:07 PM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) The singing reality show Indian Idol season 16 witnessed a deeply heartfelt moment as star comedian Kapil Sharma opened up about his lifelong bond with the legendary Dharmendra.

Trade route with Pakistan to reopen only after strong assurances from Islamabad: Taliban

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:02 PM

Kabul, Dec 4 (IANS) The Taliban regime in Afghanistan on Thursday made it clear once again that the trade routes with Pakistan will reopen only after strong assurances are received from the government in Islamabad.

WPL 2026: Looking forward to teaming up with Meg Lanning at UP Warriorz, say Shikha Pandey, Kiran Navgire

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:01 PM

Mumbai, Dec 4 (IANS) Indian stars Shikha Pandey and Kiran Navgire are looking forward to teaming up with former Australia captain Meg Lanning at the UP Warriorz and learn from the legend when they play in the upcoming season of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026.

Badshah announces debut concert at the O2: 'Desi hip hop belongs on the global stage'

IANS | December 4, 2025 6:00 PM

Mumbai Dec 4 (IANS) In a landmark moment for Indian hip hop on the world stage star rapper, singer-songwriter and record producer Badshah has officially announced his debut headline performance at The O2, London.