India and Cuba reaffirm commitment to strengthen ties

IANS | January 14, 2026 5:54 PM

New Delhi, Jan 14 (IANS) Marking the 66th anniversary of their diplomatic relations earlier this week, India and Cuba have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen cooperation based on mutual respect, collaboration, and solidarity.

USISPF welcomes India's role in minerals talks

IANS | January 14, 2026 7:00 AM

Washington, Jan 14 (IANS) Eminent American trade and strategic advocacy group the US–India Strategic Partnership Forum welcomed India’s participation in the Finance Ministerial on Securing Critical Minerals Supply Chains in Washington, calling it an important step in strengthening US–India cooperation in a critical strategic sector.

Global economy defies trade turmoil, growth to ease: World Bank

IANS | January 13, 2026 9:27 PM

Washington, Jan 13 (IANS) The global economy is showing greater resilience than expected despite historic trade tensions and policy uncertainty, with growth projected to remain broadly steady over the next two years, the World Bank said on Tuesday.