No Iran talks until ship attacks stop: US

IANS | September 4, 2026 8:37 AM

Washington, Sep 4 (IANS) The United States will not hold negotiations with Iran until Tehran stops attacking commercial ships, Vice-President J.D. Vance has said, warning that Washington could use economic, military, diplomatic and covert pressure to protect global energy supplies and prevent Iran from rebuilding its nuclear programme.

India hosts Quad sherpas meeting, reviews progress across key pillars

IANS | September 3, 2026 11:30 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Thursday hosted the Quad Sherpas in New Delhi, where they reviewed progress across key pillars, including maritime security, emerging technologies and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR).

Nepal govt announces business recovery package for Bhote Koshi flood victims

IANS | September 3, 2026 9:45 PM

Kathmandu, Sep 3 (IANS) The Nepali government on Thursday announced a comprehensive business recovery package for industries, traders and commercial establishments affected by the devastating Bhote Koshi floods, offering customs duty exemptions, tax relief, loan restructuring and faster insurance claim payments.

India tops in FDI stock in Nepal: Report

IANS | September 3, 2026 9:45 PM

Kathmandu, Sep 3 (IANS) India remained the largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Nepal, although investment from China has also been rising in recent years, according to data released by Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB), the country’s central bank.