International
India, Uzbekistan Target Doubling Bilateral Trade in 3 Years
India and Uzbekistan have committed to removing non-tariff barriers to trade and aim to double their bilateral trade volume within the next three years, expanding cooperation across key sectors.
20 Jun 2026
India Seeks Deeper Energy Ties with Uzbekistan, Focus on Critical Minerals
India has identified critical minerals supply as a pivotal area for enhanced energy cooperation with Uzbekistan. Both nations also committed to strengthening trade relations and removing non-tariff barriers.
20 Jun 2026
Pakistan's Foreign Policy Leverages Fixers and Lobbyists Abroad
Pakistan is increasingly utilizing a network of businessmen, lobbyists, and intermediaries to forge international connections, supplementing traditional diplomatic efforts.
20 Jun 2026
Trump: Iran to Receive No Funds from Any Deal
Former US President Donald Trump stated that Iran will not receive any financial assistance, asserting that any potential deal stems from Iran's needs, not American weakness.
20 Jun 2026
Indian Captain of Sanctioned Russian Tanker Charged in UK
An Indian captain has been charged in a UK court in connection with a sanctioned Russian shadow fleet tanker. His family in Uttarakhand has appealed for his safe return.
20 Jun 2026
Italy PM Meloni Denies Trump's 'Begging' Claim, Cancels US Visit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has strongly refuted claims by former US President Donald Trump that she "begged" for a G7 photograph, labelling the assertion as "fabricated."
20 Jun 2026
Ahmedabad to Colombo Direct Flight Launched, Journey Time Halved
Passengers can now travel directly from Ahmedabad to Colombo, significantly reducing the journey time from eight hours to just three.
20 Jun 2026
IDF Commander, 3 Soldiers Killed in Southern Lebanon; Israel Alleges Hezbollah Ceasefire Violation
An Israeli Defense Forces tank battalion commander and three soldiers were killed in southern Lebanon following a suspected drone strike. Israel has accused Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire.
20 Jun 2026
Meloni Slams Trump Over 'Begged for Photo' Claim
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly refuted claims by former US President Donald Trump that she 'begged' for a photo opportunity at the G7 summit. Meloni labelled the assertion as 'utterly fabricated'.
20 Jun 2026
Punjabi Student Arrested in Virginia for Killing Parents and Grandmother
A 19-year-old Punjabi student has been apprehended by authorities in Virginia following the fatal shooting of his parents and grandmother. The accused is in custody.
20 Jun 2026
US to Revoke Citizenship for Over 250 Immigrants Accused of Fraud
The Trump administration plans to initiate denaturalisation proceedings against over 250 naturalised US citizens by October 2026. These cases target individuals accused of immigration violations and crimes, including alleged fraud.
20 Jun 2026
EU Approves Law for Offshore Deportation Centers
The European Union has passed the Return Regulation, enabling member states to establish deportation centers in non-EU countries for irregular immigrants. The law permits agreements with third-party nations for this purpose.
20 Jun 2026