India, Russia to bolster ties in railways, UAVs, SJ-100 planes, critical mineral sectors

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) India and Russia on Friday agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in railway transport, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), SJ-100 regional planes, and critical minerals. The discussions for bolstering ties were held at the 12th Session of the India-Russia Working Group on Modernisation and Industrial Cooperation under the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, […]
Pax Silica and WAICO may herald new era of bloc politics centered on technology

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) The emergence of Pax Silica and World AI Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) may yet signal a new era of bloc politics centered on technology where, as the two global powers driving their respective initiatives claim to be “positive-sum”, their rivalry risks creating parallel digital worlds — one anchored in Washington, the […]
Apara Mehta shares her love for Indian handlooms, says she was introduced to them by her mother

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actress Apara Mehta, known for her role in the popular television show “Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi,” celebrated India’s rich textile heritage on the occasion of National Handloom Day. The actress extended her wishes to weavers and artisans while highlighting the importance of preserving the country’s traditional crafts. Sharing her […]
Anupam Kher extends support to Assam Flood victims, donates Rs 5 lakh to Chief Minister’s Relief Fund

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Anupam Kher has extended his support to families affected by the devastating floods in Assam by making a donation of Rs 5 lakh to the Assam Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. Through his contribution, the ‘Special 26’ actor expressed solidarity with those impacted by the natural calamity and supported ongoing relief efforts […]
Vidya Balan reveals what she loves the most about handloom silk sarees

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Bollywood actress Vidya Balan, who was last seen in the Marathi film ‘Raja Shivaji’, celebrated the National Handloom Day with her support for India’s artisans. The actress took to her Instagram on Friday, and shared a video of herself talking to the camera in which she paid tribute to the craftsmanship, […]
Kareena Kapoor shares why she wants someone to ‘get her out of Italy’

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Actress Kareena Kapoor, who is currently vacationing in Italy with her husband Saif Ali Khan, has shared glimpses of her holiday. Recently, Bebo revealed why she wanted someone to “get her out of Italy.” Taking to her Instagram Stories, the ‘Udta Punjab’ actress shared a picture of empty plates with drinks […]
Mohit Suri on ‘Awarapan 2’: A long-lost love, old friend you haven’t met in years but still deeply miss

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Director Mohit Suri, who recently celebrated the 1st anniversary of his blockbuster film ‘Saiyaara’, has called the upcoming film ‘Awarapan 2’, a “long-lost love”, and “an old friend”. On Friday, the director took to his Instagram, and shared the film’s trailer. He also penned a long note in the caption, saying […]
Amit Trivedi shares the thought behind his upcoming album ‘Unsung Unreleased’

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Music composer Amit Trivedi, who is known for crafting such as ‘Dev.D’, ‘Bombay Velvet’, ‘Lootera’, ‘Queen’ and others, is set to release his upcoming album ‘Unsung Unreleased’. The composer has said that the 6 track album features songs that couldn’t find a place in films but were high on artistic value. […]