Author: Bhakti Narayanan

Fans waiting for the next chapter of Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal franchise may have to wait a little longer, with filming for Animal Park expected to begin toward the end of 2027. Pranay Reddy Vanga, the brother of filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga, has revealed that the team plans to take a six-month break after the release of Spirit before beginning production on the much-anticipated sequel. Speaking in a recent interview with NTV Telugu, Pranay said the filmmakers intend to start work on Animal Park approximately six months after Spirit reaches theaters. Spirit, starring Prabhas, is currently scheduled for release on March…

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel used his visit to Washington, DC, to showcase the state’s expanding economic opportunities and encourage the global Gujarati community to play a larger role in its development. On the fourth day of his US-Canada tour, Patel addressed members of the diaspora at an event hosted by the Vishv Umiya Foundation, presenting Gujarat as a major driver of India’s economic growth ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Investors Summit 2027. Patel outlined the state’s investment priorities and discussed opportunities emerging across sectors such as GIFT City, semiconductors, artificial intelligence, data centers, biotechnology, tourism, and hospitality. He…

India and Malaysia are looking to expand cooperation in public administration and governance reforms following the second meeting of their Joint Working Group (JWG) on August 18, 2026. The discussions reviewed progress made since the group’s first meeting in November 2024 and focused on identifying practical areas where both countries can strengthen institutional ties. The meeting was jointly led by Puneet Yadav, Additional Secretary in India’s Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), and Datuk Dr. Mohd Bakhari bin Ismail, Deputy Director General of Public Service (Development) in Malaysia. Representatives from India’s DARPG, Ministry of External Affairs, High Commission…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to speak at the high-level session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 25, according to the preliminary program released for the upcoming meeting. His address is currently listed for the afternoon sitting, scheduled from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. local time. In India, that window falls between 12:30 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on September 26. The final speaking time could still change. UN officials are expected to make adjustments before the schedule is confirmed, potentially selecting a time that allows audiences in India to follow the prime minister’s remarks…

Actor Rajpal Yadav has opened up about his upcoming film The King of Wonderful World, promising audiences a different cinematic journey that he says they have not witnessed from him over the past several decades. Speaking about the project, Yadav described The King of Wonderful World as a novel of life structured around 12 chapters. He said the team has been working on the film for several years, with preparations beginning before the COVID-19 pandemic. Yadav revealed that the project evolved into an Indian culture-focused film after the makers approached him with the proposal. He stressed that the film is…

Indian-American educator and former school principal Pia Dandiya has secured the Democratic nomination for Florida’s 22nd Congressional District, advancing to the November general election. Dandiya won 68.6% of the vote, defeating attorney Kaysia Earley, who received 31.4%. She will now compete against Republican candidate Casey Askar, a former Marine, for the congressional seat. Dandiya said her campaign was built around the concerns of students, families and children growing up in the district. After her primary victory, she thanked voters for their support and outlined her priorities, including reducing living costs, tackling corruption and making government more responsive to Americans. The…

The Indian American community in New Jersey marked a milestone in its celebration of India’s 80th Independence Day by setting a Guinness World Record for the “Largest Flagpole Number.” The special event also recognized the 250th anniversary of the United States, bringing together the two nations’ communities in a celebration centered on friendship and shared democratic values. The record-setting initiative was organized through a collaboration between the Consulate General of India in New York and the Federation of Indian Associations (FIA), with support from Zoho. The gathering highlighted the strong people-to-people connections that continue to link Indian Americans with both…

India could significantly strengthen its position in the global space industry over the next several years, with its market share potentially climbing to 10%, according to the US Department of Commerce. The projection points to rapid growth in India’s private space sector, supported by regulatory changes, increased investment and deeper cooperation with the United States. India currently represents less than 2% of the worldwide space market. However, the International Trade Administration, part of the US Department of Commerce, expects that figure to reach 10% within five to seven years. The agency featured India’s space industry as its “Market of the…

The SKN Foundation is bringing together medical experts, healthcare professionals, and community members for a full day dedicated to diabetes education and prevention. Through its South Asian Center for Diabetes & Heart Health (SADH) initiative, the foundation will host the programs on September 9, 2026, at The Imperia in Somerset, New Jersey. The event will feature two separate sessions designed to address diabetes from both professional and community perspectives. The morning conference will focus on advancing clinical approaches to diabetes care, while the evening program will provide families and community members with practical information about preventing and managing type 2…

India and Indonesia are taking steps to deepen their defense partnership through the 12th Army-to-Army Staff Talks, held in Lucknow from August 11 to 13. The discussions brought together representatives of both armies to explore ways to expand military cooperation, improve professional exchanges and strengthen coordination between their armed forces. The Indian Army said the talks focused on broadening bilateral defense engagement, increasing opportunities for joint training and sharing military expertise. The discussions also highlighted the importance of maintaining strong military-to-military relations as India and Indonesia continue to develop their wider strategic partnership. The Indonesian delegation was led by Brigadier…