Global rivalry, AI, and missiles reshape threat landscape

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:45 AM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) China and Russia are emerging as the most persistent strategic rivals to the United States, even as rapid advances in artificial intelligence, cyber capabilities, and missile systems are reshaping the global threat landscape, US intelligence officials told lawmakers.

US Homeland Security debate flags security, diaspora concerns

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:40 AM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) A tense US Senate hearing for Homeland Security Secretary nominee Markwayne Mullin underscored growing concerns over domestic security, law enforcement powers, and rising threats -- issues that carry direct implications for Indian American communities in the United States.

'India has emerged as leading force in AI applications'

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:32 AM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) India has emerged as a leading force in the application of artificial intelligence and is third in core AI creation after the United States and China, Indian-origin scientist Dr Taraknath Woddi said, pointing to the country’s growing strengths and untapped potential in the sector.

Suriya's 'Karuppu' to hit screens on May 14

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:27 AM

Chennai, March 19 (IANS) The makers of director R J Balaji's eagerly awaited upcoming action thriller 'Karuppu', featuring actor Suriya in the lead, have now announced that the explosive action entertainer will hit screens on May 14 this year.

JD Vance links Michigan jobs push to trade, calls fuel price rise ‘temporary blip’

IANS | March 19, 2026 6:57 AM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) US Vice President J.D. Vance used a speech in the industrial state of Michigan to defend President Donald Trump’s economic agenda, arguing that tax cuts, deregulation, and a tougher trade posture were helping revive manufacturing, while also acknowledging short-term pressure from higher fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East.