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India, US line up multiple talks this week to advance trade deal: Sergio Gor

IANS | June 22, 2026 9:16 AM

New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) India and the United States are set to intensify negotiations on the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), with US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor announcing on Monday that US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will hold multiple meetings with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal here to advance the trade deal ahead of a key tariff deadline next month.

2 S. Korean-operated vessels exit Strait of Hormuz following Iran deal

IANS | June 22, 2026 9:14 AM

Seoul, June 22 (IANS) Two South Korean-operated vessels have exited the Strait of Hormuz following last week's ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran that reopened the strategic waterway, the maritime ministry said on Monday.

Yoga a lifelong practice that strengthens both body and mind: Govt officials

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:16 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Yoga is not just a one day celebration but a lifelong practice that strengthens both the body and mind, Sanjeev Kumar Kassi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Coal, said on Sunday.

Ministries observe Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:08 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on Sunday observed the 12th International Day of Yoga at Sunder Nursery here, in association with its public sector undertakings, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) and Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd. (SECI).

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi, 50 top business leaders to visit India next month

IANS | June 21, 2026 7:52 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Suzuki Motor President Toshihiro Suzuki and top executives of trading giant Itochu will be among the business leaders of 50 Japanese companies accompanying Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for the India-Japan annual summit, scheduled for the first week of July at Assam's Guwahati.

India emerges as crucial partner in Africa's Ebola response after summit delay: Report

IANS | June 21, 2026 7:24 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The postponement of the fourth India-Africa Forum Summit due to concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa has highlighted India's growing role in supporting the continent's healthcare needs, particularly through vaccine development and manufacturing, according to a report.

Foreign investors pull out $736 million from Pakistan equities: Report

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:38 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) Foreign investors pulled out a net $736 million from Pakistan's equity market in FY26 due to the outflows driven by geopolitical tensions in the West Asia conflict and the country's downgrade in major global market indices, a report has said.

South Africa eyes stronger economic relations with India as US ties sour

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:25 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) South Africa is looking at strengthening economic ties with India amid the rough patch that Pretoria has hit in its relations with the US, according to an article in the country's media.

India, US to hold trade talks this week to finalise interim pact: Piyush Goyal

IANS | June 21, 2026 6:06 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) India and the United States will hold ministerial-level trade talks this week as both countries seek to finalise the framework for the first phase of the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA) ahead of a key tariff deadline next month, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Sunday.

India to host BRICS Energy Ministers’ meeting on June 25–26

IANS | June 21, 2026 5:53 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) India will host the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting on June 25–26 in Gurugram, on the outskirts of the national capital, under its BRICS Chairship 2026, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.

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India, US line up multiple talks this week to advance trade deal: Sergio Gor

2 S. Korean-operated vessels exit Strait of Hormuz following Iran deal

Yoga a lifelong practice that strengthens both body and mind: Govt officials

Ministries observe Yoga Day with focus on healthy ageing

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi, 50 top business leaders to visit India next month

India emerges as crucial partner in Africa's Ebola response after summit delay: Report

Foreign investors pull out $736 million from Pakistan equities: Report

South Africa eyes stronger economic relations with India as US ties sour

India, US to hold trade talks this week to finalise interim pact: Piyush Goyal

India to host BRICS Energy Ministers’ meeting on June 25–26

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