FBI Director Patel, US lawmakers extend wishes on Diwali

IANS | October 20, 2025 8:41 PM

Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) A leading member of the Donald Trump administration, along with prominent lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties, have conveyed their wishes on the occasion of Diwali.

EU Council approves conclusions on new strategic EU-India agenda

IANS | October 20, 2025 6:01 PM

Brussels, Oct 20 (IANS) The European Union Council approved conclusions on a new strategic EU-India agenda, in which it welcomes the strong impetus in relations between the two sides. The Council welcomed closer cooperation between India and the EU on security and defence matters based on the principles of mutual trust and respect.

Pakistan: Anti-terrorism court directs police to arrest Imran Khan's sister

IANS | October 20, 2025 5:04 PM

Islamabad, Oct 20 (IANS) An anti-terrorism court (ATC) in Rawalpindi on Monday directed police to arrest former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan and present her before the court on October 22 in cases linked to the protest held by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on November 26 last year.