US links Iran nuclear deal to wider regional peace
Evian, June 17 (IANS) The Trump administration is seeking to use its new agreement with Iran as a platform for broader negotiations on regional security, including Tehran’s support for proxy groups, stability in Lebanon and improved relations…
Trump urges softer Israeli approach in Lebanon
Evian, June 17 (IANS) President Donald Trump on Wednesday publicly urged Israel to show greater restraint in Lebanon, saying he supports Israel’s security needs but believes it should adopt a “softer touch” in responding to threats from Hezbollah.…
PM Modi stresses restoration of trade ties during his meeting with Prez Zelenskyy
Evian, June 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, with both leaders agreeing on the need to restore bilateral trade ties to pre‑war levels and…
‘Strait of Hormuz vital for global economy’: PM Modi tells Trump
Evian (France), June 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met United States President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, where the two leaders reviewed sustained progress in bilateral cooperation across trade, energy,…
PM Modi interested in developing beneficial relations with Ukraine: Prez Zelenskyy
Evian, June 17 (IANS) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had expressed keen interest in developing mutually beneficial relations with Ukraine, underscoring the potential for expanding cooperation across…
Spent ‘long time’ with PM Modi at G7: Trump
Evian, June 17 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he spent considerable time with PM Modi on the sidelines of the G7 summit as world leaders discussed the Iran agreement, the war in Ukraine and broader security challenges facing the…
Manpreet Singh rewrites Indian hockey history, becomes nation’s most-capped player
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) As Indian hockey celebrates 100 years of its rich legacy, midfield general Manpreet Singh has achieved a grand feat, etching his name into the record books by becoming the country’s most-capped hockey player, appearing in…
US unveils 14-point framework for Iran deal
Washington, June 17 (IANS) Senior US officials on Wednesday disclosed the text of a 14-paragraph memorandum of understanding signed between the United States and Iran, outlining a framework aimed at ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz,…
India-UK trade pact to take effect on July 15, PM Modi hails milestone
Evian, June 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday announced that the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will formally enter into force on 15 July 2026, marking what he described as a “historic milestone” in bilateral…
Ambubachi Mela: Assam prepares to welcome 8 lakh devotees
Guwahati, June 17 (IANS) With the annual Ambubachi Mahayoga set to begin at the revered Kamakhya Temple atop Nilachal Hills, the Assam government has intensified preparations to welcome more than eight lakh devotees expected during the four‑day spiritual…