Slovakia welcomes PM Modi with stirring rendition of ‘Vande Mataram’

IANS | June 15, 2026 11:35 AM

Bratislava, June 15 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome upon his arrival in Bratislava, Slovakia. Marking his landmark visit to the European nation, members of the Indian diaspora gathered in large numbers to welcome him, while the team of celebrated Lucnica Ensemble presented a special rendition of the national song 'Vande Mataram'.

France, UK, Germany, Italy welcome US-Iran deal; signal readiness to lift sanctions

IANS | June 15, 2026 7:49 AM

London, June 15 (IANS) The leaders of France, the United Kingdom, Germany and Italy have welcomed the announcement of a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran, hailing it as a major diplomatic breakthrough and expressing readiness to lift relevant sanctions if Iran takes clear, verifiable steps to address concerns over its nuclear programme.

Trump declares Iran deal complete, orders Hormuz reopening

IANS | June 15, 2026 6:32 AM

Washington, June 15 (IANS) US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran had completed a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the US naval blockade, marking what he described as a major breakthrough after months of conflict that rattled global energy markets and raised fears of a wider regional war.

US ready for '78 Super Bowls in 38 days': DHS chief

IANS | June 15, 2026 5:25 AM

Washington, June 15 (IANS) The United States is prepared to host one of the largest sporting events in its history despite significant security and logistical challenges, Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said, describing the FIFA World Cup as the equivalent of "78 Super Bowls in 38 days".