Nine killed as Pakistan strikes civilian areas across Afghanistan

IANS | October 1, 2026 11:28 AM

Kabul, Oct 1 (IANS) At least nine civilians, including women and children, were killed, and 11 others were injured after Pakistani military airstrikes hit civilian homes in Afghanistan's Kunar and Helmand provinces, Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said on Thursday.

India highly important trading partner: Brazilian Minister Rosa

IANS | October 1, 2026 11:21 AM

Milwaukee, Oct 1 (IANS) Brazil is expanding trade with India and other Asian economies as part of a strategy to diversify its global markets without replacing existing partners, a senior Brazilian minister has said, pointing to significant growth in commerce with New Delhi.

US questions Most-Favoured-Nation cornerstone of global trade

IANS | October 1, 2026 11:05 AM

Milwaukee, Oct 1 (IANS) The United States has challenged one of the foundational principles of the global trading system, arguing that unconditional Most-Favoured-Nation treatment can prevent countries from responding effectively to unfair and distortive trade practices.