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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.

Usha Vance names winners of America 250 art challenge

IANS | May 30, 2026 6:22 AM

Washington, May 30 (IANS) Second Lady Usha Vance announced the winners of a nationwide bookmark design competition that invited elementary and middle school students to express what America means to them ahead of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations.

Ukraine conflict nearing end: Putin

IANS | May 29, 2026 10:42 PM

Moscow, May 29 (IANS) Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Friday said that the conflict in Ukraine is nearing an end, as evidenced by the situation on the battlefield, local media reported.

India boosting maritime cooperation with France and Italy to maintain stability in IOR: Report

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:44 PM

New Delhi, May 29 (IANS) India’s growing role in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), backed by deeper partnerships with France and Italy, is not aimed at heightening confrontation but at preserving regional stability. Such cooperation underscored the need to secure vital maritime trade routes, strengthen deterrence, and protect the shared strategic interests of the three countries amid the rising geopolitical competition, a report has stated.

China manages global conflict for strategic gain, not resolution: Report

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:41 PM

Tel Aviv, May 29 (IANS) China’s approach to global conflicts is not aimed at ending them all but at determining which remain strategically useful and which pose strategic risks. Ukraine, in this context, is seen as useful to Beijing as it diverts Western attention and increases Russia’s dependence.

Trump says Iran deal awaits final decision

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:40 PM

Washington, May 29 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said Friday that he was preparing to make a final decision on a potential agreement with Iran, outlining terms that include a commitment by Tehran never to acquire a nuclear weapon and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Indian mission in Toronto working on transporting mortal remains of killed student

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:39 PM

Ottawa, May 29 (IANS) The Indian Consulate in Toronto on Friday expressed its condolences at the passing of Vidhi Megha, an Indian student who was killed in the Niagara region on May 15, expressing its full support and assistance to the deceased's family.

Khalistani-linked networks fuel narco-terrorism across Canada and its borders: Report

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:24 PM

Ottawa, May 29 (IANS) Khalistan extremism has long carried a darker undercurrent and currently persists largely as a fringe phenomenon, with some elements allegedly evolving into narco-terrorism driven by opportunistic actors. These networks leverage diaspora linkages, transport industries, and international smuggling routes to facilitate drug movement through the Canadian border while exporting violence and ideology.

Iran obtains concessions through missiles, not dialogue: Tehran's top negotiator

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:21 PM

Tehran, May 29 (IANS) Iran obtains concessions with missiles not through dialogue, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf said on Friday.

Nepal takes cue from India, unveils sweeping tax cuts and AI push in new budget

IANS | May 29, 2026 9:12 PM

Kathmandu, May 29 (IANS) Nepal's Finance Minister, Swarnim Wagle, on Friday announced major tax relief measures targeting the middle class, mirroring steps taken by the Indian government in February 2025.

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

Usha Vance names winners of America 250 art challenge

Ukraine conflict nearing end: Putin

India boosting maritime cooperation with France and Italy to maintain stability in IOR: Report

China manages global conflict for strategic gain, not resolution: Report

Trump says Iran deal awaits final decision

Indian mission in Toronto working on transporting mortal remains of killed student

Khalistani-linked networks fuel narco-terrorism across Canada and its borders: Report

Iran obtains concessions through missiles, not dialogue: Tehran's top negotiator

Nepal takes cue from India, unveils sweeping tax cuts and AI push in new budget

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