Xi Jinping's decision to avoid meeting with Pezeshkian highlights China's preference for ambiguity over confrontation: Report

IANS | September 6, 2026 6:35 PM

Beijing, Sep 6 (IANS) The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit held in Kyrgyzstan's Bishkek from August 31-September 1 has showcased China's delicate diplomatic choreography and its preference for ambiguity over confrontation. Chinese President Xi Jinping's decision to avoid meeting with Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian at the SCO Summit showcases how China is supporting Iran to preserve strategic ties but not so visibly to protect its interests in the Gulf and beyond, a report has detailed.

TTP is Pakistani movement rooted in its territory, political history, and jihadist ecosystem: Report

IANS | September 6, 2026 6:04 PM

Islamabad, Sep 6 (IANS) Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) is a Pakistani movement rooted in its territory, political history and its own jihadist ecosystem, says a report, even as Islamabad, for the past five years, has described its resurgence as an Afghan problem, accusing the Taliban of providing sanctuary to TTP fighters and allowing them to use Afghan territory to carry out attacks in Pakistan.

'Are you angry?': BJP chief Nabin's swipe at Oppn after PM Modi's 'Naraz Fufa' remark

IANS | September 6, 2026 5:57 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Naraz Fufa' jibe at the Opposition INDIA bloc, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Nitin Nabin on Sunday criticised the opposition leaders, asking "Are you angry?"

FairPoint: Threats, hit lists and the unfinished story of Kashmiri Pandits

Deepika Bhan | September 6, 2026 4:18 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) There can be no greater terror than seeing your name, occupation, contact numbers, residential address, and details of your family and relatives publicly marked by terrorists. And the only reason for this is that you are a Kashmiri Pandit -- an original dweller of Kashmir trying to return and reclaim the land of your ancestors.

Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan: Report

IANS | September 6, 2026 4:01 PM

Islamabad, Sep 6 (IANS) Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan, showcasing the gender gap in land ownership and the economic environment, as per a recent study, local media reported on Sunday.

'Left some luggage in America': Oppn's swipe at RSS chief Bhagwat after VHP's Muslims garba ban in Maha

IANS | September 6, 2026 1:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Opposition leaders on Sunday took a jibe at Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, saying that he "might have left some of his luggage in America" after the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) announced a ban on any Muslim participation in garba and dandiya events in Maharashtra.

'I want to become like you': Boy whispers into PM Modi's ear during Delhi Metro ride

IANS | September 6, 2026 10:45 AM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday shared glimpses of his light-hearted interaction with passengers during a Delhi Metro journey, turning what is generally an ordinary daily commute into an unexpected and memorable experience for the people travelling alongside him.

Farmers in TN's Salem raise alarm over poor yield from subsidised maize seeds

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:27 AM

Salem (Tamil Nadu), Sep 6 (IANS ) Maize farmers in several parts of Tamil Nadu's Salem district have raised concerns over the performance of a seed variety distributed by the state Agriculture Department under a government subsidy scheme, claiming that poor yields have left many unable to recover their cultivation costs.

Dinesh Sharma thanks Prez Murmu, PM Modi after appointment as Andaman and Nicobar Islands L-G

IANS | September 6, 2026 8:43 AM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) BJP Rajya Sabha member Dinesh Sharma on Sunday expressed gratitude for his appointment as Lieutenant Governor of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and said he would fulfil his duty with complete devotion, honesty, and dedication.

Jharkhand Minister Sudivya Kumar passes away

IANS | September 6, 2026 7:00 AM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Jharkhand minister Sudivya Kumar died at Mercy Hospital in Giridih after his health suddenly deteriorated late Saturday night, plunging the city into grief. The minister breathed his last at the hospital located near the city’s bus stand, where he had been brought after complaining of chest pain.

Politics

Xi Jinping's decision to avoid meeting with Pezeshkian highlights China's preference for ambiguity over confrontation: Report

TTP is Pakistani movement rooted in its territory, political history, and jihadist ecosystem: Report

'Are you angry?': BJP chief Nabin's swipe at Oppn after PM Modi's 'Naraz Fufa' remark

FairPoint: Threats, hit lists and the unfinished story of Kashmiri Pandits

Only two per cent of women own land alone or jointly in Pakistan: Report

'Left some luggage in America': Oppn's swipe at RSS chief Bhagwat after VHP's Muslims garba ban in Maha

'I want to become like you': Boy whispers into PM Modi's ear during Delhi Metro ride

Farmers in TN's Salem raise alarm over poor yield from subsidised maize seeds

Dinesh Sharma thanks Prez Murmu, PM Modi after appointment as Andaman and Nicobar Islands L-G

Jharkhand Minister Sudivya Kumar passes away

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