Intel, Odisha explore chip packaging facility

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:57 AM

Washington, June 1 (IANS) Intel Corporation and 3D Glass Solutions have signed a memorandum of understanding with the Odisha government to explore establishing an advanced semiconductor glass core packaging substrate manufacturing facility, a move that could strengthen India's ambitions to become a global semiconductor hub.

India, US discuss defence cooperation and advancing strategic interests in Indo-Pacific

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:03 PM

Singapore, May 31 (IANS) Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held a meeting with House Armed Services Committee Member Pat Harrigan, who led a bipartisan US Congressional Delegation (CODEL), in Singapore on Sunday, with discussions held on regional security, expanding defence cooperation, and advancing shared strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific.

India-Oman free trade pact to kick in on Monday

IANS | May 31, 2026 9:14 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) offering zero duty access to a range of Indian labour-intensive exports, will kick in from Monday.

Ukranian President Zelenskyy warns of major Russian strike

IANS | May 31, 2026 8:47 PM

Washington, May 31 (IANS) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia is preparing a fresh large-scale assault involving drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles, while urging the United States to accelerate the supply and production of air defence interceptors that Kyiv says are critical to protecting civilians.