India and China discuss expanding cooperation in trade, economy and people-to-people ties

IANS | July 7, 2026 2:58 PM

Beijing, July 7 (IANS) India and China held discussions on expanding cooperation in trade, economy and people-to-people exchanges. The two sides agreed to strengthen efforts to fully implement the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping for stable and mutually beneficial relations that deliver tangible benefits to the people of both nations.

18 injured in Damascus bombing amid Macron's landmark Syria visit

IANS | July 7, 2026 2:54 PM

Damascus, July 7 (IANS) Two explosions occurred near the Ministry of Tourism in Syria's capital Damascus on Tuesday afternoon, injuring 18 people, including four police officers, local media reported citing the latest information released by the country's Interior Ministry.

Afghan Minister Ataullah Omari arrives in India for official visit

IANS | July 7, 2026 2:45 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) Afghanistan's Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation, and Livestock Mawlawi Ataullah Omari arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday for a visit aimed at enhancing bilateral ties and holding discussions on matters of shared interest between the two countries.

PoK unrest gives ISI fresh opening for terror push into J&K

Vicky Nanjappa | July 7, 2026 1:51 PM

New Delhi, July 7 (IANS) The protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) have accused the security forces of committing alleged atrocities and excesses as they continue their agitation to press for their demands. Despite repeated crackdowns, the protests show no signs of losing momentum, with demonstrators remaining steadfast and determined not to back down this time.

PM Modi, Indonesian Prez Subianto reaffirm commitment to peaceful Indo-Pacific: MEA

IANS | July 7, 2026 12:18 PM

Jakarta, July 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held bilateral talks with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta, during which the two leaders exchanged views on global and multilateral interests, while reiterating their commitment to a peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said.