India playing 'inherently valuable' role in Southeast Asia: Report

IANS | June 5, 2026 9:51 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India’s presence is making the dilemma of choosing between the United States and China more manageable for ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) member countries by expanding the range of available options, a report has detailed.

India, Zimbabwe agree to enhance bilateral defence ties

IANS | June 5, 2026 12:47 AM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India and Zimbabwe agreed to enhance bilateral defence ties by expanding existing cooperation in areas such as training, support and maintenance of common air assets, the Ministry of Defence said.

One peacekeeper killed, two injured in Lebanon: UN

IANS | June 4, 2026 5:40 PM

Beirut, June 4 (IANS) A United Nations (UN) peacekeeper died on Thursday after mortar shells struck his position near Marjayoun, southeastern Lebanon, the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) revealed.

India's Major Prabhat Mishra wins top honours at US Army college

IANS | June 4, 2026 8:16 AM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) An Indian Army officer was among the standout graduates at a prestigious US Army leadership programme, winning two major academic awards as nearly 1,000 military officers from the United States and partner nations completed advanced training at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.