11 injured in violent clash at Moers Gurdwara in Germany over polls

IANS | April 21, 2026 10:02 AM

Berlin, April 21 (IANS) At least 11 people were injured after a violent clash broke out inside a gurdwara in the Duisburg area in the German city of Moers, prompting a major police response and the deployment of special tactical units, according to German media reports.

Nuclear power, natural gas key to India-US ties: Expert

IANS | April 21, 2026 9:03 AM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) Nuclear power and natural gas could anchor the next phase of India-US energy cooperation, as both countries look to cut costs, diversify supply chains and strengthen long-term energy security, according to a US-based expert.

US Senate hearing warns of rising nuclear threat from China, Russia

IANS | April 21, 2026 8:52 AM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) The United States is confronting a “more dangerous era” marked by simultaneous nuclear competition with China and Russia, lawmakers and defence officials warned at a Senate hearing, as the administration pushed for accelerated modernisation of its nuclear arsenal.

FBI Director Kash patel sues Atlantic for $250 million in defamation

IANS | April 21, 2026 8:42 AM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and one of its journalists, alleging the magazine published a “sweeping, malicious, and defamatory hit piece” aimed at damaging his reputation and forcing him from office.

Iran talks falter as Trump hardens stance

IANS | April 21, 2026 8:14 AM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) US-Iran peace talks appeared to be on shaky footing as Tehran signalled reluctance to join negotiations in Pakistan and President Donald Trump adopted a hard public line, raising fresh doubts over a deal ahead of a looming ceasefire deadline.

US seizes Iran ship, Tehran vows retaliation

IANS | April 21, 2026 8:10 AM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) The United States has seized an Iran-flagged cargo vessel after opening fire on it in the Arabian Sea. Tehran condemned the move as “armed piracy” and warn of retaliation, escalating tensions days before a fragile ceasefire is set to expire.