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Press freedom group condemns jailing of senior Hong Kong journalist, warns of ‘dangerous precedent’

IANS | May 30, 2026 12:04 PM

Paris, May 30 (IANS) A leading international press freedom organisation strongly condemned the imprisonment of a senior journalist and former chairman of the Hong Kong Journalists Association (HJKA), Ronson Chan, on charges of "obstructing a police officer", warning that the ruling sets a "dangerous precedent" and undermines press freedom in Hong Kong.

Myanmar President arrives in India for 5-day visit, offers prayers at Mahabodhi Temple in Gaya

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:42 AM

Gaya, May 30 (IANS) Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing arrived in Gaya in Bihar on Saturday as he kicked off his five-day visit to India. He then offered prayers at the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya.

India, Australia review strategic defence cooperation during bilateral talks

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:41 AM

Singapore, May 30 (IANS) Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Saturday held bilateral discussions here with his Australian counterpart, Meghan Quinn.

Indian diaspora pushes for landmark museum in Washington

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:38 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) After nearly eight years of research and planning, the team behind the proposed India Heritage Center is preparing to launch an ambitious effort to create a permanent museum in the American Capital, dedicated to telling India's story from ancient civilisation to modern nationhood.

Hegseth calls for 'balanced' OPCON transfer where US military roles are 'honored'

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:30 AM

Singapore, May 30 (IANS) US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday called for finding a "balance" in the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON) to South Korea in a way that respects the roles the US military has played for decades.

Five Killed, dozens injured in Virginia bus crash; US Transport Secretary slams driver licensing issues

IANS | May 30, 2026 11:18 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) At least five people were killed and nearly four dozen others injured in a bus crash in Virginia after a motorcoach struck multiple vehicles on Interstate 95 near a work zone, prompting a strong response from US Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy, who criticised driver licensing and training standards in the aftermath of the incident.

Trump delays decision on Iran deal after Situation Room talks

IANS | May 30, 2026 8:06 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) US President Donald Trump ended a two-hour Situation Room meeting on a proposed Iran agreement without announcing a decision, media reports said.

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to begin five-day India visit today

IANS | May 30, 2026 7:17 AM

New Delhi, May 30 (IANS) Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing will begin a five-day official visit to India on Saturday at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, starting his trip from Bodh Gaya, Bihar.

Trump defers 'final determination' on draft deal with Iran

IANS | May 30, 2026 7:02 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) US President Donald Trump deferred his "final determination" on a draft deal with Iran after meeting for about two hours with his national security team at the White House Situation Room.

Indian-American Gen Z candidate seeks historic New Jersey Congressional seat (IANS Exclusive)

Lalit K Jha | May 30, 2026 6:31 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) A 28-year-old former White House and Department of Energy official is seeking to make history in New Jersey by becoming the state's first Gen Z and first Indian American member of Congress, arguing that voters are increasingly frustrated with political stagnation and are looking for a new generation of leadership.

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Press freedom group condemns jailing of senior Hong Kong journalist, warns of ‘dangerous precedent’

Myanmar President arrives in India for 5-day visit, offers prayers at Mahabodhi Temple in Gaya

India, Australia review strategic defence cooperation during bilateral talks

Indian diaspora pushes for landmark museum in Washington

Hegseth calls for 'balanced' OPCON transfer where US military roles are 'honored'

Five Killed, dozens injured in Virginia bus crash; US Transport Secretary slams driver licensing issues

Trump delays decision on Iran deal after Situation Room talks

Myanmar President U Min Aung Hlaing to begin five-day India visit today

Trump defers 'final determination' on draft deal with Iran

Indian-American Gen Z candidate seeks historic New Jersey Congressional seat (IANS Exclusive)

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