Trump warns Iran after fresh US air strikes over Strait of Hormuz attack

IANS | June 28, 2026 7:43 AM

Washington June 28 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that the United States had launched fresh air strikes on Iranian military targets after accusing Tehran of again violating the ceasefire agreement by attacking a commercial oil tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the Islamic Republic “will no longer exist” if the attacks continue.

India-Us deepen AI, chip partnership

IANS | June 28, 2026 6:55 AM

Washington June 28 (IANS) India and the United States are stepping up cooperation in semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and critical minerals, with senior officials from both countries saying the strategic partnership is moving from policy frameworks to concrete projects and trusted technology supply chains.

'India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles': President Herminie

IANS | June 27, 2026 10:53 PM

Victoria, June 27 (IANS) The President of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, said on Saturday that India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles during a banquet hosted in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the latter is on an official state visit to the Archipelagic island.

Pakistan's central bank profit transfer to govt seen falling 41 pc: Report

IANS | June 27, 2026 8:55 PM

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Pakistan is projected to face a sharp decline in one of its largest sources of non-tax revenue, with profit transfers from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to the federal government expected to fall by nearly 41 per cent in FY27 as easing inflation and lower interest rates reduce the central bank's earnings, according to a report.