India, Australia to move forward as natural, trusted partners, says PM Modi at CEO Forum

IANS | July 9, 2026 7:30 AM

Melbourne, July 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday highlighted the growing economic partnership between India and Australia, describing the two countries as "natural and trusted partners" amid global uncertainty, while urging businesses from both nations to deepen collaboration across sectors ranging from clean energy and infrastructure to artificial intelligence and education.

Trump claims he remains Iran's top assassination target

IANS | July 8, 2026 11:18 PM

Ankara, July 8 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on Wednesday claimed that he remains Iran's primary assassination target but insisted the threat would not alter his decisions, saying protecting the United States and preventing Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon outweighed the personal risks of holding office.

MoS Margherita discusses bilateral ties with visiting Afghan minister

IANS | July 8, 2026 6:15 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, met Afghanistan's Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock Mawlawi Ataullah Omari in New Delhi on Wednesday, with discussions focussed on bilateral ties and ongoing cooperation for the welfare and development of the Afghan people.

India, Tajikistan agree to deepen economic ties

IANS | July 8, 2026 5:32 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) India and Tajikistan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties during the 12th Meeting of the India-Tajikistan Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation, held via video conference recently, according to an article.