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China factor limits US-Pakistan ties: Former US Assistant Secretary of State

IANS | June 4, 2026 4:25 PM

Washington, June 4 (IANS) Pakistan may have skillfully exploited openings with the Trump administration to raise its profile in Washington, but deep-rooted strategic ties between Islamabad and Beijing will ultimately limit how far the US-Pakistan relations can advance, former Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Nisha Desai Biswal, said in an exclusive interview with IANS.

PM Modi, Venezuela's Acting President Rodriguez discussed forging energy partnership: MEA

IANS | June 4, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuela's Acting President, Delcy Rodriguez, on Thursday held discussions on forging energy partnership, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated.

Venezuela's Acting President pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:50 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in New Delhi on Thursday afternoon, underscoring the continuing relevance of Gandhi’s principles in shaping the India–Venezuela relationship.

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor seen as path to prosperous future

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:37 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), a proposed multinational infrastructure initiative aimed at upgrading connectivity between the three regions through integrated trade, energy, and digital networks, is envisioned partially as a counterweight to China’s international infrastructure project, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), according to an article.

Paul Mashatile's visit signals new push in India–South Africa economic and strategic partnership: Report

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:47 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) A high-level South African delegation led by Deputy President Paul Mashatile visited India, marking a renewed push to deepen strategic, economic and diplomatic ties between the two countries at a time of global geopolitical and economic uncertainty, a report has said.

PM Modi, Venezuela's Rodriguez explore new avenues of cooperation in several sectors

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:27 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi on Thursday, with discussions focused on bilateral ties and regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Direct attack on cultural freedom in Bangladesh: Rights body on suspension of film screening

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:15 PM

Paris, June 4 (IANS) A leading international human rights organisation strongly condemned the suspension of the scheduled screening of a film in the Brahmanbaria district of Bangladesh by the authorities under alleged fundamentalist pressure, warning that the move sets a deeply troubling and dangerous precedent for the country’s cultural sphere.

People in Karachi protest over delayed justice for Gul Plaza fire victims

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:52 PM

Islamabad, June 4 (IANS) The Human Rights Council (HRC) of Pakistan staged a protest outside the Karachi Press Club demanding justice for the victims and the 84 affected families of the Gul Plaza fire tragedy.

Bangladesh: Another Awami League leader sent to jail in murder case

IANS | June 4, 2026 1:51 PM

Dhaka, June 4 (IANS) A Bangladeshi court has sent former MP and Awami League leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to jail in connection with a murder case linked to a shooting incident during the July 2024 demonstrations in Dhaka’s Uttara, local media reported.

After Canada shift, Khalistan groups find new platform in Azerbaijan

Vicky Nanjappa | June 4, 2026 1:42 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Justin Trudeau’s exit as Canadian Prime Minister marked a significant turning point in India-Canada relations. During Trudeau’s tenure, bilateral ties had deteriorated considerably, largely due to differences over the Khalistan issue.

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China factor limits US-Pakistan ties: Former US Assistant Secretary of State

PM Modi, Venezuela's Acting President Rodriguez discussed forging energy partnership: MEA

Venezuela's Acting President pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor seen as path to prosperous future

Paul Mashatile's visit signals new push in India–South Africa economic and strategic partnership: Report

PM Modi, Venezuela's Rodriguez explore new avenues of cooperation in several sectors

Direct attack on cultural freedom in Bangladesh: Rights body on suspension of film screening

People in Karachi protest over delayed justice for Gul Plaza fire victims

Bangladesh: Another Awami League leader sent to jail in murder case

After Canada shift, Khalistan groups find new platform in Azerbaijan

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