Tehran will not negotiate under threat or force: Iranian envoy

IANS | April 21, 2026 1:01 PM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said on Tuesday that negotiations cannot take place under threat or coercion, underscoring Tehran's stance amid ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States.

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.