New Delhi, May 24 -- Oscar-winning composer and music maestro AR Rahman delivered a stirring performance at the 250th US Independence Day celebrations in New Delhi, with his iconic anthem 'Jai Ho' emerging as the highlight of the evening.

The US gained independence from Britain on July 4, 1776.

The grand event, hosted by the US Embassy in India, brought together senior diplomats, political leaders, business representatives and cultural figures in a showcase of the growing India-US partnership. Among the prominent dignitaries present were External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and US Ambassador Sergio Gor.

Rahman's electrifying rendition of 'Jai Ho' received a rousing response from guests, with the per...