Powerful Baroud dance performance greets Indian Ambassador in Algerian city

IANS | June 8, 2026 4:14 PM

Algiers, June 8 (IANS) A warm ceremonial welcome with the powerful 'Baroud dance', a thunderous celebratory display of rifles, rhythm, and cultural pride, was given to Indian Ambassador Swati Vijay Kulkarni as she visited Laghuat, a town considered the 'gateway to the desert', 400 kms away from the country's capital Algiers.

Renewed attacks in West Asia matter of utmost concern: India

IANS | June 8, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) India on Monday expressed regret over the renewed attacks in West Asia and called on all parties to de-escalate tensions while asserting that the fresh developments are a matter of utmost concern to the international community.