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China's stance during West Asia conflict showcases Iran as its second-tier partner: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:25 PM

London, July 12 (IANS) China considers Iran as a second-tier partner while Pakistan continues to occupy a first-tier position. That asymmetry showcased during the recent conflict in West Asia as China did not send a single warship, missile battery or a soldier after the Israeli and American strikes killed Iran's then-Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior military officials, a report has claimed.

Netanyahu's remarks on India reveal a structural shift and signal defence ties: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:22 PM

Jerusalem, July 12 (IANS) Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu's recent remarks about developing alliances with India amid strained relations with the US reveal a structural shift and defence opportunities, a report said on Sunday.

India declares one-day national mourning on demise of Qatar’s former Amir

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:18 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) India declared one day of national mourning on July 13 following the demise of Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar, who passed away earlier on Sunday.

Australian media hail PM Modi's visit, term it 'good sign for economy and diplomacy'

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:15 PM

Canberra, July 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Australia was hailed by the country's media as a good sign for the economy and diplomacy, given the progress made between the two countries in different facets of their bilateral relationship.

Pakistan's judiciary bent into weapon as an extension of the security state: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 9:15 PM

Islamabad, July 12 (IANS) Pakistan's judiciary has been deliberately bent into a weapon, as an extension of the security state it was meant to restrain, an article said citing the latest findings from an international human rights NGO.

Agreements signed during PM Modi's visit showcase India, Australia as long-term strategic partners: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 8:46 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) India and Australia signed several agreements spanning several areas like defence, economic security, energy, education, science, technology, and culture, during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Melbourne, showcasing that both nations do not view one another as important bilateral partners but as long-term strategic partners whose cooperation covers almost every major area of national policy, as per a report.

Measles outbreak in Bangladesh claims five more lives; death toll rises to 758

IANS | July 12, 2026 8:00 PM

Dhaka, July 12 (IANS) As many as five children died from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in the past 24 hours until 8 a.m. (local time) on Sunday, bringing the combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related fatalities to 758, local media reported.

Pakistan's nuclear posturing continues to raise serious security concerns: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 7:54 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) Pakistan remains a deeply volatile nuclear power, with its "First Use" doctrine and military-dominated command structure contributing to an increasingly precarious security environment, according to a report.

New Zealand PM Luxon says Khalistan issue won't derail ties with India, vows to act against intimidation, threats

IANS | July 12, 2026 7:31 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said that the Khalistan issue has caused "a huge amount of pain, loss, and suffering" in India, but asserted that it will not derail the growing partnership between the two countries, according to a report.

Weakening job market forces people to use Communist Party centres to hide unemployment in China: Report

IANS | July 12, 2026 7:23 PM

Colombo, July 12 (IANS) The weakening job market in China is forcing a rising number of unemployed people to seek refuge in free public spaces, as they find jobs and in some cases, hide about their unemployment from family members, a report has claimed.

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China's stance during West Asia conflict showcases Iran as its second-tier partner: Report

Netanyahu's remarks on India reveal a structural shift and signal defence ties: Report

India declares one-day national mourning on demise of Qatar’s former Amir

Australian media hail PM Modi's visit, term it 'good sign for economy and diplomacy'

Pakistan's judiciary bent into weapon as an extension of the security state: Report

Agreements signed during PM Modi's visit showcase India, Australia as long-term strategic partners: Report

Measles outbreak in Bangladesh claims five more lives; death toll rises to 758

Pakistan's nuclear posturing continues to raise serious security concerns: Report

New Zealand PM Luxon says Khalistan issue won't derail ties with India, vows to act against intimidation, threats

Weakening job market forces people to use Communist Party centres to hide unemployment in China: Report

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