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US Envoy Witkoff: A deal with Iran will only be completed if it is a Trump deal
Tehran, April 15: US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff posted on X (formerly Twitter), outlining his stance on the ongoing negotiations with Iran. Witkoff emphasised that any final deal with Iran must align with President Trump's vision for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Middle East.
Iran's leader warns against extreme optimism or pessimism about talks with US
Tehran, April 15: Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei on Tuesday warned against "extreme optimism or pessimism" in the country about the indirect talks between Tehran and Washington.
Hope US, Iran soon reach deal, as economic situation worse than ever: Iranian Nobel Laureate Shirin Ebadi
Dubai, April 15: Iranian Nobel Peace Prize laureate Shirin Ebadi has expressed hope that Iran and the United States will soon reach an agreement in their ongoing talks, highlighting that such a deal could alleviate the threat of war in Iran and the region.
Iran's human rights situation at worst Nobel Laureate Shirin Ebadi
Dubai, April 15: Nobel Peace Prize-winning Iranian human rights activist Shirin Ebadi has condemned the dire state of human rights in Iran, accusing the regime of violent repression and its severe crackdown on freedoms.
Iran confirms Muscat to host second round of nuke talks with US
Tehran, April 15: Iran has confirmed that Muscat, the capital of Oman, will remain the venue for the second round of "indirect" negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
We view the resolution as a separatist act: TN BJP President Nagenthiran on Stalin's pitch for more autonomy
Chennai, April 15: Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagenthiran on Tuesday slammed Chief Minister MK Stalin's resolution to appoint a high-level committee to recommend new State autonomy and retrieve the state's rights, calling it a "separatist act".
American tech firm UST expands India footprint, opens 4th office in Bengaluru
Bengaluru, April 15: Expanding its India footprint, US-based digital transformation solutions company UST on Tuesday said it has inaugurated its fourth office facility in Bengaluru that has over 300 seats.
Iraqi, Iranian FMs discuss regional security, US-Iran Talks
Baghdad, April 15: Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which he affirmed Iraq's support for all effort that contributes to enhancing regional security and stability.
Rome to host new round of US-Iran nuclear talks, says Italian FM
Rome, April 14: A new round of talks between the United States and Iran on Tehran's nuclear programme will be held in Rome, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said on Monday.
Iranian FM to visit Russia to discuss Iran-US Muscat talks
Tehran, April 14: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi will travel to Russia later this week for talks on recent developments in indirect negotiations with the United States, Iran's Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
Though INA's presence in Moirang was brief, its legacy inspires generations: Manipur Guv
Imphal, April 14: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday said that though the presence of the Indian National Army (INA) in Moirang was brief, its legacy continues to inspire generations with the spirit of courage and unwavering patriotism.
Iran says nuclear issue, sanctions focus of indirect talks with US in Oman
Tehran, April 14: Iran said that its indirect negotiations with the United States held in Oman were focused solely on Tehran's nuclear program and the removal of US sanctions, ruling out any discussion of other issues.
US-Iran hold talks in Muscat to resolve differences through dialogue and diplomacy
Washington DC, April 13: US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff held talks with Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Muscat, where the former conveyed US President Donald Trump's resolve for settling the differences between the two countries through "dialogue and diplomacy," the White House said in a statement on Saturday.
Iran says talks with US 'constructive,' further negotiations set for April 19
Tehran, April 13: Iran and the US will hold the second round of negotiations on April 19 after the two sides concluded their "indirect" talks on Saturday in the Omani capital of Muscat in a "constructive" atmosphere, according to the Iranian Foreign Ministry.
US says talks with Iran 'very positive'
Washington, April 13: The White House on Saturday said the first round of talks with Iranians, which took place in Muscat, Oman, were “very positive and constructive”.
Iranian, Omani FMs meet ahead of 'indirect' Iran-US talks
Tehran, April 12: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Saturday met with his Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi in the Omani capital of Muscat ahead of "indirect" Iran-US talks, the Iranian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Iran and US set to hold 'indirect high-level talks' in Muscat
Muscat, April 12: Iran and the United States are holding 'indirect high-level talks' in Oman on Saturday with Tehran insisting that the discussions will solely be about nuclear issues.
Tamil Nadu: Thousands throng for Panguni Car Festival at Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple
Trichy, April 12: The Panguni Car Festival was celebrated with grandeur at the historic Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple in Srirangam, Trichy, drawing thousands of devotees from across Tamil Nadu.
Spiritually-charged first single 'Raama Raama' From Megastar Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara released
Chennai, April 12: The makers of director Vassishta’s ambitious project, ‘Vishwambhara’, featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead, released ‘Raama Raama’, the spiritually-charged first single from the film on Saturday.
BJP will leverage Annamalai's organisational skills in party's national framework: Amit Shah in Tamil Nadu
Chennai, April 11: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that the party will leverage K Annamalai's organisational skills at the national level.
Nainar Nagenthiran set to take over from Annamalai as Tamil Nadu BJP president
Chennai, April 11: Tamil Nadu BJP Vice President Nainar Nagenthiran is set to take over as the BJP President of Tamil Nadu after he filed his nomination for the post. Nagenthiran was the only nominee for the post and will take over from K Annamalai.
Promo of first single Rama Rama from Chiranjeevi's 'Vishwambhara' released
Chennai, April 11: The makers of director Vassishta's eagerly awaited magnum opus, 'Vishwambhara', featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead, have now released a promo for the first single from the film 'Rama Rama'.
Rana's case requires extraordinary measures due to its international implications: Kiran Bedi
New Delhi, April 11: Citing international implications, former Puducherry Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi on Thursday stressed that Tahawwur Rana's case requires extraordinary measures, suggesting precautions like high-surveillance confinement and inter-agency monitoring. The 26/11 Mumbai attacks accused arrived in India on Thursday following his extradition from the US.
Chiranjeevi says Pawan Kalyan's son is back home, recovering after fire accident
Hyderabad, April 10: Megastar Chiranjeevi has shared a health update about his nephew, Mark Shankar, who is the son of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. Mark was injured in a school fire that took place in Singapore earlier this week.
Assam: Aaranyak organises exposure visits for human-elephant conflict-affected communities
Guwahati, April 10: Aaranyak, a wildlife NGO based in Guwahati, recently organised an exposure visit for the local community members from villages affected by human-elephant conflict (HEC) in eastern Assam and West Garo Hills in Meghalaya, within the Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong landscape of Assam.
Chiranjeevi thanks people for prayers, wishes as Pawan Kalyan's son Mark Shankar returns home
Chennai, April 10: Thanking all those who had sent wishes and prayers for the speedy recovery of Mark Shankar, the young son of actor and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan who was receiving treatment for injuries sustained in a fire, Mega star Chiranjeevi on Thursday announced that the child had now returned home.
Actress Nandita Das on being chased by a rhino: It was scary!
Chennai, April 10: Well known actress Nandita Das, who is on a visit to the Kaziranga National Park with her son, has now recounted an instance when the jeep they were travelling in was chased by a rhino looking to attack them.
First Single 'Rama Rama' from Chiranjeevi's 'Vishwambhara' to release on April 12
Chennai, April 10: The first single from director Vassishta's eagerly awaited magnum opus, 'Vishwambhara', featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi in the lead, will release on April 12, its makers announced on Thursday.
Yemen's Vice Prez calls for international support against Houthi threats
Aden: , April 10 (IANS) Vice President of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council (PLC), Tariq Saleh, urged the international community to bolster support for the Yemeni government in countering threats posed by the Houthi militias.
Pawan Kalyan's son Mark Shankar recovering at Singapore hospital
Amaravati, April 9: Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan’s son Mark Shankar, who was injured in a fire accident in Singapore on Tuesday, is recovering at a hospital.
'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar enjoys his time at Kaziranga National Park; feeds elephants, enjoys jeep safari
Dispur, April 9: India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar fed sugarcane sticks to elephants during his visit to the Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Wednesday.
Iranian FM visits Algeria for talks on Gaza, bilateral ties
Algiers, April 9: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi arrived in Algiers for an official visit, holding talks with senior Algerian officials to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments, including the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip.
Sachin Tendulkar visits UNESCO World Heritage site Kaziranga
Guwahati, April 8: Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, accompanied by his family, on Tuesday visited the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR), renowned for its rich biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes.
Iran's Araghchi says agreement possible if US shows 'sufficient will'
Tehran, April 8: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said on Tuesday the upcoming indirect negotiations with the United States on Iran's nuclear programme can lead to an agreement, provided that Washington demonstrates the "necessary and sufficient" political will, according to Iran's IRIB news agency.
Homage to 1857 martyrs: IAF to hold air show in Patna
Patna, April 8: In a spectacular tribute to the martyrs of India’s freedom struggle of 1857, the Indian Air Force (IAF) will host an aerobatic air show over the JP Ganga Pathway, popularly known as Marine Drive, in Patna on April 22-23.
School fire: PM Modi speaks to Pawan Kalyan; enquires about his son's condition
Amaravati, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, over phone to enquire about his younger son Mark Shankar who was injured in a fire at a school in Singapore. The seven-year-old suffered injuries to his hands and legs in the accident at the school where he is studying.
Sachin Tendulkar enjoys jeep safari at Kaziranga National Park
Dispur, April 8: India's legendary batter Sachin Tendulkar visited the Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Tuesday.
Endangered eagle from Mongolia returns to Assam's Kaziranga to breed, 5th year in a row
Kaziranga, April 7: An endangered fishing eagle tagged in Mongolia has been recorded by scientists of Bombay Natural History Society in Kaziranga National Park of Assam on March 16 this year.
Elnaaz Norouzi finally breaks silence on her viral video with Gerard Butler
Mumbai, April 8: After weeks of speculation and curiosity, Iranian-German actress Elnaaz Norouzi has finally broken her silence regarding the viral video that captured her with Hollywood star Gerard Butler.
Trump announces direct talks with Iran amid nuclear tensions
Washington, April 8: The US and Iran are holding direct talks with their first meeting scheduled for Saturday at “almost at the top” level, President Donald Trump said Monday, adding a failure to reach an agreement will leave Teheran in “great danger” because it cannot be allowed to possess a nuclear weapon.