India prevents global crisis by purchasing Russian oil, keeps markets stable

IANS | August 30, 2025 10:57 AM

New Delhi, Aug 30 (IANS) As allegations fly thick and fast over India extending a financial lifeline to Russia and becoming a laundering hub, the reality is that by purchasing Russian energy, New Delhi has prevented a global crisis by keeping global markets stable and inflation under control for itself and for the world.

PM Modi meets Governors of 16 Japanese prefectures in Tokyo

IANS | August 30, 2025 7:52 AM

Tokyo, Aug 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Tokyo, met with the Governors of 16 Japanese prefectures, reaffirming India’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Japan through grassroots and regional-level collaborations.

US Justice Department announces probe into H-1B visa misuse

IANS | August 30, 2025 7:07 AM

Washington, Aug 30 (IANS) The US Department of Justice (DoJ) has intensified its scrutiny of hiring practices under the H-1B visa program, calling on workers and employers to report instances where US citizens are unfairly overlooked in favour of foreign visa holders.

Report details how Pakistan’s power elite undermines foreign assistance

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:15 PM

Islamabad, Aug 29 (IANS) Recent assessments from global media outlets and policy institutions paint a stark picture of Pakistan’s aid landscape — one where billions in international support, intended to bolster humanitarian resilience and economic stability, are routinely diverted by entrenched elites before reaching those in need.

Next polls riskiest in Bangladesh's history: Election Commission

IANS | August 29, 2025 9:14 PM

Dhaka, Aug 29 (IANS) Bangladesh Chief Election Commissioner A M M Nasir Uddin on Friday stressed the need for the election officials to maintain complete neutrality during the next year's national election in the country, which he described as the most challenging one, local media reported.