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India one of the most influential voices in shaping global agenda: North Macedonia President

IANS | July 21, 2026 5:09 PM

Skopje, July 21 (IANS) Hailing India's civilisational legacy and global stature, North Macedonia President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova on Tuesday described the country as one of the largest and most enduring civilisations in history as well as a leading force in economic growth, technological innovation and scientific achievement. She noted that India is the world's largest democracy, one of the fastest-growing economies, and among the most influential voices on the global stage.

India remains key equity bet for wealthy Gulf NRIs: Report

IANS | July 21, 2026 5:05 PM

Mumbai, July 21 (IANS) India continues to remain a key equity investment destination for wealthy non-resident Indians (NRIs) in the Gulf, even as they increasingly diversify their portfolios into global liquid assets, private equity and international markets, a report has said.

India and North Macedonia agree to strengthen economic cooperation

IANS | July 21, 2026 4:54 PM

Skopje, July 21 (IANS) Terming economic cooperation as an "important pillar" in ties between India and North Macedonia, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday announced that both nations have agreed to strengthen trade, investment and business-to-business collaboration.

Philippines rejects China's claim over Shoal clash as 'false and misleading'

IANS | July 21, 2026 4:17 PM

Manila, July 21 (IANS) The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) on Tuesday dismissed the China Coast Guard's (CCG) allegation that Philippine boats had deliberately rammed one of its patrol vessels near the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, describing the claims as "false and misleading".

Widespread torture thrives on impunity in Pakistan's criminal justice system: Rights body

IANS | July 21, 2026 1:59 PM

Islamabad, July 21 (IANS) The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) on Tuesday called on the Pakistani government to strengthen the country’s legal framework against torture and custodial abuse, warning that abuses remain “endemic” in the country's criminal justice system and are routinely inflicted in lockups, prisons, and interrogation rooms.

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