Iran talks could transform Middle East: Vance

IANS | June 22, 2026 11:57 PM

Burgenstock, June 22 (IANS) US Vice President JD Vance said on Monday that negotiations with Iran had produced agreements on maritime security, regional ceasefire enforcement and nuclear inspections, describing the talks as the foundation for what could become a "truly transformed Middle East."

Gujarat announces 20 pc reservation, age relaxation for ex-Agniveers

IANS | June 22, 2026 6:03 PM

Gandhinagar, June 22 (IANS) The Gujarat government on Monday decided to provide 20 per cent reservation to ex-Agniveers in direct recruitment to several Class-3 posts across the state police, State Reserve Police Force (SRP), jail and forest departments, in a move aimed at facilitating their transition into government service after completing their tenure under the Agniveer Scheme.

Trump warns Iran as talks begin in Switzerland

IANS | June 21, 2026 9:23 PM

Washington, June 21 (IANS) US President Donald Trump warned Iran on Sunday that the United States could launch tougher military action if Tehran does not rein in allied groups in Lebanon, as administration officials argued that Iran had lost leverage ahead of a new round of negotiations in Switzerland.

Pakistani forces disappear nine civilians in Balochistan

IANS | June 21, 2026 8:57 PM

Quetta, June 21 (IANS) At least nine people, including a 15-year-old tailor, two labourers and a university student, have been reported missing after being detained by Pakistani forces in separate incidents in several areas of Balochistan province, local media reported.

‘Densely packed with weapons, sensors’: Naval officers highlight capabilities of newly-commissioned INS Agray, INS Dunagiri

IANS | June 21, 2026 1:53 PM

Kolkata, June 21 (IANS) With Prime Minister Narendra Modi participating in the commissioning ceremony of INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port here, naval officers associated with the newly inducted vessels highlighted their advanced capabilities, indigenous systems, and strategic significance for the Indian Navy.