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13 foreign nationals killed, over 20 injured in Malviya Nagar fire incident: MEA

IANS | June 5, 2026 5:09 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) As many as 13 foreign nationals were killed and around 22 others injured in the tragic Malviya Nagar fire incident in Delhi this week, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Friday, stating that Indian authorities are in touch with the concerned embassies and is facilitating all necessary assistance, including the required documentation and medical support.

Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal arrives in New Delhi on three-day visit

IANS | June 5, 2026 4:29 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal arrived in New Delhi on Friday, kicking off a three-day visit to India, his first after assuming office earlier this year.

EU faces scrutiny over GSP-plus benefits to Pakistan amid human right violations

IANS | June 5, 2026 4:01 PM

Washington, June 5 (IANS) The European Union (EU) has faced growing criticism for allegedly enabling Pakistan's severe abuses of human rights standards since at least 2014, with observers repeatedly warning of the consequences and calling for significant change.

Rising drug abuse, moral decline fuels crime surge in Bangladesh

IANS | June 5, 2026 3:33 PM

Dhaka, June 5 (IANS) Bangladesh has witnessed a troubling deterioration in social safety indicators, with cases of child abuse, rape, domestic violence, and sexual harassment in educational institutions regularly making headlines across the country, a report has highlighted.

China’s strategy of extending geopolitical clout runs into hurdle in Latin America: Report

IANS | June 5, 2026 3:32 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) China strategy of taking up economic projects such as the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in developing countries with the objective of extending its geopolitical clout across regions appears to have run into a hurdle when it comes to spreading its influence to Latin America, according to an article in The Diplomat.

India and Japan set to deepen ties during Takaichi's possible visit next month

IANS | June 5, 2026 3:24 PM

Tokyo, June 5 (IANS) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi may visit India as early as July to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, local media has reported.

Remain committed to ceasefire but Iran's security, sovereignty our red line: Iranian envoy (IANS Interview)

Lomas Jha | June 5, 2026 2:42 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Friday expressed Iran's commitment to the ceasefire and dialogue. However, he emphasised that Iran's security and sovereignty remain their red line and warned of reciprocal response at the same level if Iran faces an attack.

China tightens control over angry gig economy workers seeking better deal: Report

IANS | June 5, 2026 2:37 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) China’s leadership is moving to tighten oversight of the country’s vast and rapidly expanding gig economy workforce, that has become both economically essential and politically sensitive for the ruling Communist Party, according to a report in the PML Daily.

UN warns AI could double electricity use by 2030, deplete water level

IANS | June 5, 2026 2:20 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Contrary to popular beliefs, artificial intelligence could double its electricity consumption by 2030 to about 3 per cent of the world’s power use and produce greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to the United Kingdom, a report has said.

Pakistan faces funds crunch as Govt fails to roll out tax reforms: Report

IANS | June 5, 2026 2:13 PM

New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Pakistan’s failure to carry out tax reforms has left its tax base narrowing over the years, resulting in shrinking revenues for the government to implement welfare schemes for the poor. As the country prepares for a new budget for FY27, there is little hope that things will improve, going by the past track record, according to local media reports.

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13 foreign nationals killed, over 20 injured in Malviya Nagar fire incident: MEA

Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal arrives in New Delhi on three-day visit

EU faces scrutiny over GSP-plus benefits to Pakistan amid human right violations

Rising drug abuse, moral decline fuels crime surge in Bangladesh

China’s strategy of extending geopolitical clout runs into hurdle in Latin America: Report

India and Japan set to deepen ties during Takaichi's possible visit next month

Remain committed to ceasefire but Iran's security, sovereignty our red line: Iranian envoy (IANS Interview)

China tightens control over angry gig economy workers seeking better deal: Report

UN warns AI could double electricity use by 2030, deplete water level

Pakistan faces funds crunch as Govt fails to roll out tax reforms: Report

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