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Fragile federation: Sindh’s unrest over Indus canal project turns violent (IANS analysis)

IANS | June 5, 2025 8:47 PM

Islamabad/New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Despite Pakistan achieving a tenuous peace with India following military escalations along the border after the deadly Pahalgam massacre, the regime simultaneously faces multiple internal challenges. The escalation of activities by insurgent groups such as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) in the provinces of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan has already undermined the military establishment’s popularity, legitimacy, and morale.

On World Environment Day, Italian Deputy PM lauds PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative

IANS | June 5, 2025 7:57 PM

Rome, June 5 (IANS) Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Thursday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative as he planted two trees in the northern Italian city of Brescia along with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on the occasion of World Environment Day.

'Team Bharat' ensures safety of Indian pilgrims as they arrive in Arafat for core Haj ritual

IANS | June 5, 2025 7:10 PM

Riyadh, June 5 (IANS) Indian Haj pilgrims joined millions of others on Thursday at Mount Arafat outside Mecca in Saudi Arabia to perform Wuquf-e-Arafat, the core ritual of Haj. The Indian Medical Mission ensured that the pilgrims, including those sick or hospitalised, arrived in time for the ritual through dedicated ambulances and special buses - a testament to Indian Haj Mission’s care and commitment during Haj.

EAM Jaishankar thanks Kyrgyzstan for support and solidarity in countering terrorism

IANS | June 5, 2025 6:10 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Thursday held a meeting with Kyrgyzstan Foreign Affairs Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev Moldokanovich, discussing ways to enhance cooperation between the two countries and also thanking him for Bishkek's support and solidarity in countering terrorism.

In Brussels, Indian delegation exposes Pakistan's use of terrorism as state policy

IANS | June 5, 2025 5:38 PM

Brussels, June 5 (IANS) The all-party Parliamentary delegation from India led by BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Thursday held a productive meeting with the European Parliament's Vice-President Christel Schaldemose, apprising her of Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism and the heinous April 22 Pahalgam attack.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlights India's resilient growth at BRICS parliamentary forum

IANS | June 5, 2025 4:58 PM

Brasilia, June 5 (IANS) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday reiterated India's strong support for a fair and rule-based global trading system — one that genuinely addresses the needs and aspirations of the Global South — at 11th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in Brasilia.

EAM Jaishankar discusses global threats of terrorism with counterparts from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

IANS | June 5, 2025 2:54 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar held bilateral discussions with his counterparts from Tajikistan and Kazakhstan on Thursday and reaffirmed India's zero-tolerance policy.

Sanjay Jha-led delegation briefs EAM Jaishankar on Operation Sindoor outreach

IANS | June 5, 2025 1:42 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) The all-party parliamentary delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha on Thursday met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar and briefed him on the support received during their recent five-nation diplomatic outreach on the Operation Sindoor.

Columbia University fails to meet accreditation standards: US govt

IANS | June 5, 2025 12:02 PM

Washington, June 5 (IANS) The US Department of Education (DOE) has stated that Columbia University violated federal anti-discrimination law and, therefore, failed to meet the accreditation standards set by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), an accrediting agency recognised by the DOE.

No sympathy for Pak, unequivocal support for India: All-party delegation in US

IANS | June 5, 2025 10:20 AM

Washington, June 5 (IANS) The Indian all-party parliamentary delegation currently on a diplomatic outreach in the United States has stated that its interactions in several countries have clearly revealed a complete lack of sympathy for Pakistan and overwhelming support for India's stance on cross-border terrorism.

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Fragile federation: Sindh’s unrest over Indus canal project turns violent (IANS analysis)

On World Environment Day, Italian Deputy PM lauds PM Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative

'Team Bharat' ensures safety of Indian pilgrims as they arrive in Arafat for core Haj ritual

EAM Jaishankar thanks Kyrgyzstan for support and solidarity in countering terrorism

In Brussels, Indian delegation exposes Pakistan's use of terrorism as state policy

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla highlights India's resilient growth at BRICS parliamentary forum

EAM Jaishankar discusses global threats of terrorism with counterparts from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

Sanjay Jha-led delegation briefs EAM Jaishankar on Operation Sindoor outreach

Columbia University fails to meet accreditation standards: US govt

No sympathy for Pak, unequivocal support for India: All-party delegation in US

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