DHS says New York rejected 16,070 ICE requests

IANS | October 12, 2026 10:19 PM

Washington, Oct 12 (IANS) The US Department of Homeland Security said on Monday that authorities across New York had declined to honour 16,070 immigration detainer requests since President Donald Trump returned to office, releasing figures that escalated its dispute with the state’s Democratic leadership.

Three Pakistanis among 16 charged in US vote cases

IANS | October 12, 2026 8:44 PM

Washington, Oct 12 (IANS) Three Pakistani nationals are among 16 individuals facing federal election-related charges announced by the Justice Department on Monday, less than a month before Americans vote in crucial congressional midterm elections.

Canada's Foreign Minister to visit India for key talks with EAM Jaishankar

IANS | October 12, 2026 8:23 PM

Ottawa, Oct 12 (IANS) Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand will travel to India this week for talks with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on trade, energy, security and defence cooperation, as Ottawa seeks to strengthen its growing diplomatic and economic partnership with New Delhi.

India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime Exercise kicks off in Cape Town

IANS | October 12, 2026 7:56 PM

Cape Town, Oct 12 (IANS) The ninth edition of the India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime (IBSAMAR) Exercise got underway at Simon’s Town in South Africa with the arrival of Indian Naval Ship Tarkash, the Consulate General of India in Cape Town said on Monday.