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Makers of Vijay Sethupathi-starrer 'Ace' release BTS video of first single 'Urugudhu'
Chennai, Mar 25: The makers of director Aarumuga Kumar's upcoming film 'Ace', featuring Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi and Rukmini Vasanth in the lead, have now released a behind the scenes video that shows how the first single 'Urugudhu Urugudhu' from the film was shot.
2nd Asian Yogasana Sports Championship rescheduled for April
New Delhi, India, March 25: The second edition of the Asian Yogasana Sports Championship, scheduled for March 29-31, 2025, has been rescheduled and will take place from April 25 to 27 in the national capital.
India will be resilient to US tariffs because of its higher share of service exports: S&P Global
New Delhi, March 25: India's economy is expected to show resilience despite trade tensions arising from US President Donald Trump's tariff threats, according to a report by S&P Global.
India's GDP to grow at 6.5 pc in FY26, 75-100 bps rate cut likely: S&P Global Ratings
New Delhi, March 25: Showing a resilient economy in the Asia-Pacific region amid global uncertainties, India’s GDP will grow at 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, S&P Global Ratings said on Tuesday.
Russia developing privileged strategic partnership with India; expanding ties with major global states: Lavrov
Moscow, March 25: Russia is actively expanding ties with the majority of global states, including India with whom Moscow is developing a "privileged strategic partnership," the country's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said
Mumbai Police serve summons to Kunal Kamra in controversial remarks case
Mumbai, March 25: Mumbai Police on Tuesday issued a summons to stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra to remain present to record his statement in a case registered against him in connection with his controversial statement against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde.
UAE President receives phone call from Russian President
Abu Dhabi, March 24: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, during which they discussed bilateral cooperation and ways to strengthen ties. The conversation took place within the framework of the strategic partnership between the two countries and as part of efforts to serve their mutual interests. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further enhancing these ties across multiple sectors for the benefit of their peoples.
Two-time champion Chawrasia confirmed for Indian Open
Gurugram, March 24: Two-time winner and one of India's golfing legends, SSP Chawrasia is all set to tee off at the upcoming Indian Open that will be held this week at the DLF Golf and Country Club.
Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai meets Central Asian Youth Delegation in Panaji
Panaji, March 24: Goa Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai met and interacted with the Central Asian Youth Delegation which is on a 3-day visit to Goa at Old Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan on Monday. This initiative aims to promote youth collaboration, and cultural exchange and strengthen diplomatic ties between India and the Central Asian nations, the Governor's office said in a press release.
US, Russia negotiators begin talks in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh
Riyadh, March 24: The high-stakes meeting between a US delegation led by US Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wiktkoff and Kremlin negotiators has started in Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, where the Trump administration is pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in separate talks with Moscow and Kyiv, CNN reported.
WFI President Sanjay Kumar Singh elected as United World Wrestling-Asia Bureau Member
Amman, March 24: The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has announced that its President, Sanjay Kumar Singh, has been elected as a Bureau Member of United World Wrestling (UWW)-Asia. The election took place during the UWW-Asia General Assembly in Amman, Jordan, on Monday, according to a press release from United World Wrestling.
Golf: Two-time champion Chawrasia confirmed for India Open
Gurugram, March 24: SSP Chawrasia, a two-time winner and one of India’s golfing legends, is all set to tee off at the upcoming Hero Indian Open that will be held this week at the DLF Golf and Country Club.
Russian delegation arrives in Riyadh to participate in US-brokered peace talks
Riyadh, March 24: The Russian delegation arrived in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Monday, to participate in the peace negotiations brokered by the United States, aiming to reach a ceasefire in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup: India end campaign winless with crushing 1-6 defeat vs Lebanon
Pattaya, March 24: India ended their campaign in the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025 losing to Lebanon 1-6 in their concluding Group A encounter at the Jomtien Beach Arena in Pattaya on Monday.
Planned, provocative nuclear war rehearsal: N Korea condemns US-S Korea military drills
Seoul, March 24: North Korea on Monday criticised the annual joint military drills by the United States and South Korea, calling them a "planned and provocative nuclear war rehearsal."
Moscow, Washington committed to settling Ukraine crisis: Kremlin
Moscow, March 24: Moscow and Washington have a mutual desire to move forward with efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday.
WFI president Sanjay Singh elected as UWW-Asia Bureau member
Amman (Jordan), March 24: Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has been elected as a Bureau Member of United World Wrestling (UWW)-Asia. The election took place during the UWW-Asia General Assembly held in Amman, where Singh secured an impressive 22 votes out of 38, demonstrating strong support from the Asian wrestling community.
Marquez targets perfect start to Asian Cup Qualifiers in Shillong
Shillong, March 24: The India senior men's team will begin their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers final round campaign against Bangladesh at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Shillong on Tuesday.
India look to continue robust record against Bangladesh
Shillong, March 24: On Tuesday, March 25, India and Bangladesh will face off for the 29th time in international football. The subcontinental rivalry, perhaps the biggest in the region, has been dominated by the Blue Tigers, who have won 14 contests -- including the first one at the 1978 Asian Games -- lost just four, and 10 have ended in draws, as per the AIFF Media Team.
Saima Wazed highlights achievements of South East Asia, gives call to end TB on the occasion of World TB Day 2025
New Delhi, March 24: Regional Director of the World Health Organisation (WHO) South East Asia, Saima Wazed expressed confidence towards the commitment to end tuberculosis (TB) on World TB Day 2025.
Russia and US hold talks on Ukraine conflict in Riyadh
Moscow, March 24: Russia and the United States have begun consultations in Riyadh on Monday regarding the settlement of the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The talks are aimed at discussing details about a partial ceasefire and cessation of hostilities to end the conflict.
US envoy Witkoff says Russian President Vladimir Putin wants peace ahead of talks on Ukraine
Washington, March 24: US special envoy Steve Witkoff has expressed optimism ahead of high-stakes talks in Saudi Arabia over the war in Ukraine and said he believed Russian President Vladimir Putin wanted to end the three-year-old conflict.
US-Ukraine talks underway in Saudi Arabia as delegations meet for negotiations
Riyadh, March 24: Delegations from the United States and Ukraine have engaged in discussions in Saudi Arabia as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts to negotiate a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, Al Jazeera reported.
With 11th straight FIBA Asia Cup qualification, India book ticket to World Cup 2027 qualifiers
Manama, March 23: India displayed poise in the endgame to survive the hard-fighting Bahrain 81-77 in Group H and secured their place in the FIBA Asia Cup 2025 from the final qualifying phase after Chinese Taipei and Guam, who booked their spots after going 1-2 in Group G.
US carries out strikes on Yemen airport; deploys second Navy carrier group to West Asia
Doha, March 23: The United States has carried out three strikes on the airport in Yemen's Hodeidah city as per the official Saba news agency
Elephant in room is whether Ukraine will cede territories: US Special Envoy ahead of peace talks
Washington DC, March 23: US special envoy Steve Witkoff said that "the elephant in the room" for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine is the status of Crimea and four mainland Ukrainian regions 'occupied' by Russia, CNN reported.
7 injured as Russia launches mass drone attack against Kyiv
Kyiv, March 23: Russia launched an overnight drone attack against Kyiv, striking multiple residential buildings and injuring at least seven people, local authorities reported in the early hours on Sunday.
Jaishankar concludes 2025 Consultative Committee meet on India's ties with neighbours
New Delhi, March 22: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Saturday concluded the first Consultative Committee Meeting of 2025 for External Affairs, focusing on India's relationships with its neighbouring countries--Bangladesh, Maldives, Myanmar, and Sri Lanka.
Idukki is the 'golden goose' of Kerala Tourism: Minister Mohamed Riyas
Idukki, March 22: The hilly district of Idukki known for its breathtaking view and the rough terrain is now identified as the ‘golden goose’ of Kerala Tourism marking the highest rise in foreign tourist footfalls among all the 14 districts of the state, said Tourism and Public Works Minister P. A. Mohamed Riyas on Saturday.
Golf: Shubhankar Sharma lies 38th in Singapore Classic
Singapore, March 22: India's Shubhankar Sharma finished with a double bogey followed by an eagle in the weather-hit Porsche Singapore Classic at the Laguna National Resort here on Saturday. Sharma, who shot 68 in the first round, added a 72 in the second to be T-38 as the event was reduced to 54 holes.
AFC Beach Soccer: India exit with 2-4 loss against Kuwait
Pattaya, March 22: Kuwait reignited their knockout stage hopes after defeating India 4-2 in their AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025 Group A tie on Saturday.
Tourists gather at Cambodia's Angkor Wat to watch equinox sunrise
Siem Reap, March 22: Large crowds of tourists rallied in front of Cambodia's iconic Angkor Wat temple here early Saturday morning to see the stunning sunrise during the spring equinox, the APSARA National Authority said in a news release.
Our goal is to make impact in 2026 FIFA World Cup: Japan captain Endo
Saitama, March 22: Wataru Endo said Japan can win the FIFA World Cup 2026 after becoming the first team to qualify and the Liverpool ace urged fans to buy into the ambitious target.
North Korean leader vows to 'invariably' support Russia's war against Ukraine
Seoul, March 22: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has reaffirmed his willingness to "invariably" support Russia's war against Ukraine during his meeting with a top Russian security official, Pyongyang's state media reported on Saturday.
Macarton Louis Nickson receives maiden call-up ahead of Bangladesh match
Shillong, March 22: NorthEast United midfielder Macarton Louis Nickson has received a maiden India call-up ahead of the side's AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier opener against Bangladesh.
Top diplomats of South Korea, Japan agree to continue exchanges amid improved ties
Tokyo, March 22: South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul met one-on-one with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya on Saturday and agreed to continue exchanges to keep steady the positive momentum in bilateral relations.
Dialogue and diplomacy: India reaffirms its commitment to finding peaceful resolution to Ukraine-Russia conflict.
New Delhi, March 22: India reaffirmed its commitment to finding a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine-Russia conflict on Friday.
Recognition is very encouraging: Deepika reflects on Hockey India Upcoming Player of the Year Award
New Delhi, March 21: Considered to be one of the brightest and most dynamic youngsters in the set-up, Deepika, who was recently awarded the Hockey India Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player of the Year (Women - Under 21), is keen to leave her mark at the highest level.
India to host Central Asian Youth Delegation from March 22 to 28
New Delhi, March 21: The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, is set to host the third Central Asian Youth Delegation to India from March 22 to 28, under the International Youth Exchange Programme (IYEP).
Myanmar: People protest against China's growing interference in region
Naypyidaw, March 21: The Lashio residents of Myanmar, who were displaced by fighting between the Junta and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA), have called on China to stop interfering in the country's internal affairs.