India’s proactive diplomacy fosters Taiwan engagement and Indo-Pacific stability

IANS | March 21, 2026 2:40 PM

Taipei, March 21 (IANS) The establishment of another Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in Mumbai and the participation of Taiwanese think tanks at the recent Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi underscore India's intent to deepen engagement with Taiwan. India should also explore collaborating with Southeast Asian countries in elevating Taiwan’s role in addressing regional economic, governance and security matters, a report has suggested.

Bruised on all fronts: Asim Munir eyes sectarian flashpoint in Pakistan

Vicky Nanjappa | March 21, 2026 12:22 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Pakistan is in need of multiple diversions as it faces setbacks on multiple fronts. The war in Afghanistan and the battle with the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has left the security apparatus in Pakistan badly bruised. The pressure on Field Marshal Asim Munir, who is the head of the army is immense and he is in need of a major diversion.

Govt debunks claims of US seeking Delhi's nod to use Indian territory for Iran strikes

IANS | March 21, 2026 10:41 AM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) The Centre on Saturday firmly rejected what it described as "baseless claims" circulating on social media that the United States had sought permission from India under the LEMOA pact to launch bombing raids on Iran from the western parts of the country.

Iran war shakes US' Indo-Pacific pivot: Former US diplomat Kurt Campbell

IANS | March 20, 2026 10:00 PM

Washington, March 20 (IANS) The ongoing conflict in Iran is beginning to unsettle US strategic commitments in the Indo-Pacific, as Washington diverts military assets and leadership attention back to the Middle East, a former senior Biden administration official said on Friday.

Iranian Navy at the bottom of the sea, claims Trump

IANS | March 20, 2026 9:39 PM

Washington, March 20 (IANS) President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran’s navy was now “at the bottom of the sea” as he opened a White House event honouring the Navy Midshipmen with an extended defence of US military action against Tehran.

Shared beliefs, interests deepening ties among nations across Indo-Pacific and Mediterranean-Atlantic theatres

IANS | March 20, 2026 9:07 PM

Washington, March 20 (IANS) The national interests of the United States, India, Israel, Italy, and Japan form a critical allied bridge across the Indo-Pacific and Mediterranean-Atlantic theatres, underscoring the importance of these regions to all five nations. This alignment should be consolidated into a resilient, resolute fabric advancing the shared beliefs and interests of these countries, a report mentioned.

US-NATO rift widens as Trump calls allies ‘cowards’

IANS | March 20, 2026 8:42 PM

New York, March 20 (IANS) The rift between US President Donald Trump and NATO deepened on Friday as he called members of the pact “cowards” and warned that he would “remember” their refusal to help open the Strait of Hormuz.

China's assertiveness in South China Sea poses global security concern: Report

IANS | March 20, 2026 7:16 PM

Naypyidaw, March 20 (IANS) Vietnam's resistance to Chinese hegemony in the South China Sea represents both a national defence of sovereignty and a struggle to uphold international law. The deterioration of ties between the two countries indicates a risky trajectory – one where China’s assertiveness could disrupt fragile stability in the Southeast Asian region, a report has detailed.

Israeli reservist accused of spying for Iran: police

IANS | March 20, 2026 4:49 PM

Jerusalem, March 20 (IANS) An Israeli reservist was charged with security offences linked to Iran on Friday after being arrested earlier this month, the Israel Police said in a statement.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: Security heightened across country

IANS | March 20, 2026 4:24 PM

New Delhi, March 20 (IANS) Security arrangements in various parts of the country has been beefed up for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations as worshippers gathered for prayers on the last day of Ramzan, ahead of the festival.