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Pakistan failed to modernise its irrigation system, protect Indus delta: Report

IANS | June 8, 2026 7:25 PM

Islamabad, June 8 (IANS) The suspension of Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is not the original cause of Pakistan's water crisis. In reality, rivers in Pakistan are running short due to Pakistani authorities' failure to store the water it already controls, failure to modernise its irrigation system, protect the Indus delta and to distribute scarcity fairly among its provinces, a report has stated.

Pakistan: Concerns raised over Rawalakot 'massacre', grim situation in PoK

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:37 PM

Islamabad, June 8 (IANS) The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) on Monday strongly condemned the firing by Pakistani security forces on peaceful and unarmed protesters in the Rawalakot region of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (POK) that left several people dead and injured.

Govt confirms fire incident on vessel south of Hormuz, all crew members safe

IANS | June 8, 2026 6:04 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The government on Monday confirmed a fire incident aboard MT Marivex, a vessel carrying 24 Indian seafarers south of the Strait of Hormuz, adding that all crew members are safe.

Indian delegation arrives in Mongolia to bring back holy relics of Buddha’s disciples

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:49 PM

Ulaanbaatar, June 8 (IANS) An Indian delegation led by Ladakh Lt Governor Vinai Saxena arrived in the Mongolian capital of Ulaanbaatar on Monday to bring back the holy relics of Lord Buddha‘s two chief disciples, Arahant Sariputra and Arahant Maudgalyayana.

Pakistan lacks internal fiscal discipline, relies on IMF control: Report

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:08 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Pakistan’s fiscal system continues to reflect deep structural weaknesses and elite-driven policymaking, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) emerging as one of the few external constraints on unchecked government spending, a report has said.

Looking forward to deepen ties: PM Modi congratulates Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:07 PM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated his Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan for securing win in the country's parliamentary elections and expressed readiness to working closely with him to further strengthen ties between the two nations.

Avoid all non-essential, unnecessary travel within Israel: Indian Embassy

IANS | June 8, 2026 5:05 PM

Jerusalem, June 8 (IANS) India on Monday issued a fresh travel advisory for Israel amid the ongoing developments in the region, urging Indian nationals to avoid non-essential travel inside Israel and exercise utmost caution.

India, Fiji discuss strengthening cooperation in digital resilience, cybersecurity

IANS | June 8, 2026 4:30 PM

Suva, June 8 (IANS) India's High Commissioner to Fiji Suneet Mehta held a meeting with the Pacific island nation's Minister for Policing and Communications Ioane Naivalurua on Monday, with discussions held on strengthening cooperation in cybersecurity, law enforcement, digital resilience and capacity building.

10 Indian-origin Australians recognised in 2026 King's Birthday Honours List

IANS | June 8, 2026 4:23 PM

Canberra, June 8 (IANS) As many as 10 Indian-origin Australians have featured in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours List, with the recipients recognised for their distinguished service and contribution to Australian society, local media reported.

Powerful Baroud dance performance greets Indian Ambassador in Algerian city

IANS | June 8, 2026 4:14 PM

Algiers, June 8 (IANS) A warm ceremonial welcome with the powerful 'Baroud dance', a thunderous celebratory display of rifles, rhythm, and cultural pride, was given to Indian Ambassador Swati Vijay Kulkarni as she visited Laghuat, a town considered the 'gateway to the desert', 400 kms away from the country's capital Algiers.

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Pakistan failed to modernise its irrigation system, protect Indus delta: Report

Pakistan: Concerns raised over Rawalakot 'massacre', grim situation in PoK

Govt confirms fire incident on vessel south of Hormuz, all crew members safe

Indian delegation arrives in Mongolia to bring back holy relics of Buddha’s disciples

Pakistan lacks internal fiscal discipline, relies on IMF control: Report

Looking forward to deepen ties: PM Modi congratulates Armenian counterpart Nikol Pashinyan

Avoid all non-essential, unnecessary travel within Israel: Indian Embassy

India, Fiji discuss strengthening cooperation in digital resilience, cybersecurity

10 Indian-origin Australians recognised in 2026 King's Birthday Honours List

Powerful Baroud dance performance greets Indian Ambassador in Algerian city

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