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Chinese-made rental cars recorded sensitive data during Norwegian military exercise: Report

IANS | October 18, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) Chinese-made rental vehicles used during a Norwegian military exercise recorded sensitive information, including access codes to secure facilities and movements of military personnel, raising fresh concerns over the security risks associated with connected vehicles and their data-collection capabilities, a report has said.

Why nations need to be wary of China’s cheap AI

IANS | October 18, 2026 3:35 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) There is much to fear from artificial intelligence (AI) developed by Chinese companies such as DeepSeek and Xiaomi China and handed to businesses and governments in the West almost free of charge, according to a report.

India's 3-part truce plan seen as 'broadest' for ending Russia-Ukraine war

IANS | October 18, 2026 3:11 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) While US President Donald Trump’s efforts focus on building pressure on Russia and Ukraine not to strike each other's oil refineries, India seems to be involved in broader discussions aimed at achieving a more comprehensive cessation of hostilities, according to a report.

India-EFTA trade pact opens new opportunities for Norwegian investment across key sectors

IANS | October 18, 2026 2:51 PM

New Delhi, Oct 18 (IANS) India's strong economic growth trajectory and the implementation of the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) are creating significant opportunities for Norwegian investors, particularly in manufacturing, renewable energy, infrastructure, financial services and the digital economy, according to industry insights.

Pakistan: One killed after earthquake jolts Balochistan's Khuzdar district

IANS | October 18, 2026 1:55 PM

Quetta, Oct 18 (IANS) A powerful 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck the Khuzdar district and surrounding areas of Pakistan's Balochistan province on Saturday, claiming one life and causing severe damage to several traditional mud houses due to the intense shaking, local media reported on Sunday.

Mumbai-raised Engineer Azad Madni wins John Fritz Medal

IANS | October 18, 2026 11:06 AM

Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Indian-American engineer Azad M. Madni, a University Professor at the University of Southern California (USC), has been awarded the 2026 John Fritz Medal, often called the 'Nobel Prize of Engineering'.

Indian-American lawmakers lead Congress backlash over Trump’s Graham Act waiver

IANS | October 18, 2026 11:01 AM

Washington, Oct 18 (IANS) Indian-American lawmakers were among the sharpest voices in a widening backlash in the US Congress against President Donald Trump’s waiver of the tariffs and sanctions in a new law targeting buyers of Russian oil, with a senior Republican senator joining Democrats in condemning the move.

FM Sitharaman meets survivors of 2018 Tham Luang cave incident in Bangkok

IANS | October 18, 2026 10:35 AM

Bangkok, Oct 18 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met members and representatives of Thailand’s Wild Boars Football Academy here, including survivors of the 2018 Tham Luang cave incident, in which 13 people, an assistant coach and 12 boys aged between 11 and 16, were trapped in the cave for up to 17 days.

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