US Homeland Security debate flags security, diaspora concerns

IANS | March 19, 2026 7:40 AM

Washington, March 19 (IANS) A tense US Senate hearing for Homeland Security Secretary nominee Markwayne Mullin underscored growing concerns over domestic security, law enforcement powers, and rising threats -- issues that carry direct implications for Indian American communities in the United States.

PM Modi receives rousing welcome from Indian community in Israel

IANS | February 25, 2026 7:26 PM

Tel Aviv, Feb 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome from the Indian community in Israel as he arrived at his hotel in Tel Aviv, Wednesday afternoon. The spectacular engagement highlighted India's cultural and spiritual heritage.

India, Gulf Cooperation Council launch FTA talks

IANS | February 24, 2026 7:51 PM

New Delhi, Feb 24 (IANS) The negotiations for the proposed free trade agreement between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) were formally launched here on Tuesday with the signing of a joint statement by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Al-Budaiwi.