Reshapes Indian politics: Walter Andersen credits PM Modi, HM Shah for BJPs 'terrific Bengal victory' (IANS Exclusive)

Lalit K. Jha | May 7, 2026 7:43 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party's sweeping victory in West Bengal marks a decisive turning point in Indian politics, strengthens Prime Minister Narendra Modi nationally and internationally, and reflects the organisational depth built by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) over decades, noted American scholar Walter K. Andersen said in an exclusive interview with IANS.

Trump to host UFC fight at White House next month

IANS | May 7, 2026 6:45 AM

Washington, May 7 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has announced plans for a major UFC fight event at the White House next month, calling it “the greatest show on earth” as he stood alongside some of mixed martial arts’ biggest stars in the Oval Office.

Pakistan's 'false' claims during Operation Sindoor fail scrutiny: Top US warfare expert

IANS | May 6, 2026 8:43 PM

Washington, May 6 (IANS) India's Operation Sindoor, launched after the heinous terror attack that took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam on April 22 last year and witnessed Pakistan-backed terrorists gunning down 26 innocent tourists after identifying their religion, set in motion a sequence in which the Pakistan Air Force was increasingly outmatched. This included the establishment of air superiority over key sectors of Pakistani airspace and precision strikes across operational depth, a report said on Wednesday.

Kabul seeks UN intervention over harassment of Afghan refugees in Pakistan

IANS | May 6, 2026 8:13 PM

Kabul, May 6 (IANS) Afghanistan's High Commission for Addressing Migrants' Problems has urged international organisations and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to hold talks with Pakistan so that Afghan nationals do not face difficulties. It also urged to ensure that the refugees do not face harassment, enabling their swift return.