US expands Cuba sanctions, targets Castro-linked network
Washington, June 24 (IANS) The Trump administration expanded sanctions against Cuba, targeting five entities tied to key sectors of the island’s economy and a member of the Castro family as part of what Washington described as a broader effort to…
Alka Yagnik says she’s ‘slowly finding way back’ after health battle, expresses gratitude for Padma Bhushan
Mumbai, June 24 (IANS) Legendary playback singer Alka Yagnik has opened up about her health struggles and journey towards recovery as she expressed gratitude after receiving the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian honours on…
Trump touts $19.1 trillion investment surge
Washington, June 24 (IANS) President Donald Trump claimed that the United States has attracted $19.1 trillion in investment commitments over the past year, arguing that his administration’s economic policies have transformed America into what he…
Rubio says Gulf partners key to Iran peace effort
Washington, June 24 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington is consulting closely with its Gulf partners as efforts continue to advance a framework for peace with Iran, while cautioning that significant work remains despite progress made…
FIFA WC: Modric marks 200th cap as Croatia eliminate Panama
Toronto, June 24 (IANS) Croatia earned their first points of the FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama in Group L, a result at the Toronto Stadium also confirmed Los Canaleros’ elimination from the competition with…
India-US partnership growing stronger despite differences: Indian envoy
Washington, June 24 (IANS) India’s Deputy Chief of Mission to the United States, Namgya C. Khampa, said that the India-US relationship continues to deepen despite occasional differences, describing it as one of the defining strategic partnerships…
Delhi: Massive fire erupts at labour settlement near Udyog Bhawan; no casualties reported
New Delhi, June 24 (IANS) A major fire broke out in the early hours of Wednesday at a labour settlement near Udyog Bhawan in central Delhi, where workers associated with the Central Vista redevelopment project were residing. The blaze rapidly spread…
FIFA WC: Resolute Ghana frustrate England with Group L stalemate
Foxborough, June 24 (IANS) An inspired defensive display ensured Ghana earned a goalless draw with England at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L match on Wednesday. England were unable to break down Ghana, whose excellent defensive display frustrated the…
Trump credits tariffs for factory boom
Washington, June 24 (IANS) US President Donald Trump defended his tariff-driven trade policies, telling workers at a Pennsylvania truck manufacturing plant that import duties were helping fuel a resurgence in American industry and encouraging companies…
US Senate Democrats allege UAE investments influenced Trump policy
Washington, June 24 (IANS) US Senate Democrats accused President Donald Trump of allowing foreign financial interests to intersect with US national security policy, alleging that the United Arab Emirates received a series of favourable decisions after…