Washington, July 12 (IANS) The United States renewed its call for the immediate release of political prisoners in Cuba as Secretary of State Marco Rubio marked the fifth anniversary of the July 11, 2021, anti-government demonstrations, saying the Cuban people still deserve "a better future" after decades of repression and economic hardship under the Communist government.
Washington, July 12 (IANS) US President Donald Trump launched a fresh broadside against major US news organisations and New York Times reporters, defending his record while accusing the media of "Fake News", as the White House Correspondents' Association condemned what it described as intimidation of journalists.
Washington, July 12 (IANS) The United States launched a third round of strikes against Iran after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said.
Abuja, July 11 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to Benin, Abhishek Singh, formally presented his Letter of Credence to Romuald Wadagni, President of Benin, at the Presidential Villa in Cotonou, the Indian High Commission to Nigeria stated on Saturday.
Moscow, July 11 (IANS) The Indian Embassy in Russia organised an Indian Mango Festival at the Indian Summer Bazaar on Saturday, introducing the 'King of Fruits' to Russian markets soon.
Seoul, July 11 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un denounced corruption in the military as he attended a joint meeting of the ruling party, government and army, state media said Saturday.
Colombo, July 11 (IANS) India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, on Saturday, along with Deputy Minister of Mass Media, Kaushalya Ariyarathne, inaugurated the second edition of Sri Lanka-India Media Friendship Association (SLIMFA) Fest 2026.
Washington, July 11 (IANS) The Khalistan movement, as an ethno-religious state project, enjoys little support in India's Punjab, where Sikhs continue to prosper within the world's largest democracy. Overseas, however, some of its most vocal advocates have increasingly been linked to organised crime. The Khalistan flag displayed in California’s Stockton isn’t a symbol of liberation, but the banner of criminal networks, a report has stated.
New York, July 11 (IANS) While Pakistan has long projected itself internationally as the representative of Kashmiri Muslims, the ongoing unrest in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) appears to challenge that narrative, a report has stated.
Jerusalem, July 11 (IANS) For many around the world, Israel is often viewed through the prism of conflict. Yet beyond the headlines lies another story, one best experienced through its food. From bustling markets and centuries-old bakeries to family kitchens, vineyards and contemporary restaurants, Israel offers a culinary journey shaped by history, faith and generations of cultural exchange.
