Moon base push marks NASA’s new lunar era

IANS | May 27, 2026 8:14 AM

Washington, May 27 (IANS) NASA unveiled an aggressive roadmap to establish a permanent Moon Base at the lunar South Pole, awarding new contracts for lunar terrain vehicles, cargo landers and drone missions as the US space agency accelerated preparations for long-duration human presence on the Moon and eventual missions to Mars.

India eyes stronger trade partnership with Canada

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:42 PM

Washington, May 26 (IANS) Calling India and Canada trusted democratic partners, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday urged businesses from both countries to deepen engagement as New Delhi pushed for stronger economic cooperation with Ottawa.

Pakistan’s role as mediator between the US and Iran tied to Chinese influence: Report

IANS | May 26, 2026 9:38 PM

Tel Aviv, May 26 (IANS) Pakistan is not brokering peace between the United States and Iran from a neutral position, but from within China’s strategic orbit. While Islamabad may present itself as a mediator between Tehran and Washington amid the West Asia conflict, the strategic shadow behind its role is defined by Chinese influence, a report has highlighted.

India’s energy security and strategic diversification in Gulf seen as ‘rational policy’: Report

IANS | May 26, 2026 9:28 PM

Sofia, May 26 (IANS) As India’s footprint in the Gulf continues to expand, particularly through the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the deepening partnership highlights growing strategic convergence in a region already under strain. The engagement with the UAE extends beyond trade, intersecting intra-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) tension, the evolving Gulf security architecture, and established regional partnerships, a report has highlighted.