US military launches fresh strikes against Iran

IANS | May 28, 2026 8:03 AM

Tehran, May 28 (IANS) The US military carried out fresh overnight strikes in Iran, targeting a military site that Washington said posed a threat to US forces and commercial vessels in the region, multiple US media outlets reported.

China tensions push bipartisan Indo-Pacific bills in US

IANS | May 28, 2026 7:53 AM

Washington, May 28 (IANS) Amid growing tensions in the South China Sea and rising concerns over Beijing’s regional assertiveness, two bipartisan US senators have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening diplomatic coordination and crisis management with Indo-Pacific allies and partners.

US working to block Ebola spread, says Rubio

IANS | May 28, 2026 7:37 AM

Washington, May 28 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said the Trump administration was working aggressively to prevent Ebola cases from entering the country, amid growing concern over the outbreak in parts of Africa.

India remains key partner for Bangladesh in Teesta River management: Report

IANS | May 27, 2026 9:09 PM

New Delhi/Dhaka, May 27 (IANS) Continued Indian engagement in Teesta River management would go beyond addressing local riverine concerns, reinforcing bilateral confidence and underlining India’s role as the most "reliable and responsive partner" for Bangladesh in matters of direct human and economic significance, a report said on Wednesday.