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India-Canada trade talks gain importance amid new world order

IANS | April 21, 2026 3:24 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) While trade negotiations between India and Canada have in the past been derailed due to political tensions between the two countries, the relaunch of talks during the visit of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in March this year has provided a second chance to build a durable bilateral economic relationship amid the changed geopolitical landscape, according to India's former envoy to the North American country.

India-US defence ties, Indo-Pacific stability in focus as Army chief begins Hawaii visit

IANS | April 21, 2026 3:21 PM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi held a meeting with the Commanding General of United States Army Pacific, General Ronald P Clark and senior officials in Honolulu with discussions focused on strengthening defence cooperation between the two countries and advancing a shared vision for peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific.

'India and South Korea to move forward as steadfast partners in building future together'

IANS | April 21, 2026 3:00 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Highlighting the "endless" possibilities between South Korea and India, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Tuesday that the two nations will move forward as "steadfast partners" in building each other's future together.

Pakistan: Punjab govt under fire over cases against landowners amid Attock gold extraction

IANS | April 21, 2026 2:53 PM

Islamabad, April 21 (IANS) Cases are being registered against local landowners in Pakistan's Punjab province over alleged obstruction of official work in connection with gold extraction in Attock, local media reported on Tuesday.

Two weeks after disciplinary action against Nepal minister, another cabinet incumbent faces questions

IANS | April 21, 2026 2:37 PM

Kathmandu, April 21 (IANS) Soon after the removal of a minister on disciplinary grounds from Nepal’s new government led by Balendra Shah, reports from Kathmandu now report financial irregularities allegations against another.

India holds fuel prices steady as US, UAE, Australia, Pak see sharp surge

IANS | April 21, 2026 2:16 PM

New Delhi, April 21 (IANS) Even after escalation in West Asia conflict and rise in Brent crude oil prices due to the closure of Strait of Hormuz, the fuel prices remain unchanged in India, while many countries have witnessed a jump of up to 85 per cent.

India, UK discuss evolving nature of conflict and deepening military-to-military cooperation

IANS | April 21, 2026 1:55 PM

London, April 21 (IANS) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan met the UK's Minister of State for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard, with their discussions focusing on the evolving nature of conflict and deepening military-to-military cooperation.

Pakistan yet again delays decision on 17-year-old Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bypass project

IANS | April 21, 2026 1:44 PM

Islamabad, April 21 (IANS) Pakistan’s federal government has delayed a decision on the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government’s offer to provide Rs 4 billion in bridge financing for the long-pending Peshawar Northern Bypass project, even as the crucial infrastructure initiative continues to face setbacks. Despite the provincial government stepping forward with financial support to push the project ahead, the Centre has indicated that the 30-km road project will not meet its June 30 completion deadline this year, according to local media reports.

India emphasises need for greater representation of Global South at UN

IANS | April 21, 2026 1:29 PM

New York, April 21 (IANS) India has highlighted the need for greater representation of the Global South, particularly in the permanent category, in the United Nations Security Council.

Tehran will not negotiate under threat or force: Iranian envoy

IANS | April 21, 2026 1:01 PM

Washington, April 21 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said on Tuesday that negotiations cannot take place under threat or coercion, underscoring Tehran's stance amid ongoing diplomatic efforts involving the United States.

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India-Canada trade talks gain importance amid new world order

India-US defence ties, Indo-Pacific stability in focus as Army chief begins Hawaii visit

'India and South Korea to move forward as steadfast partners in building future together'

Pakistan: Punjab govt under fire over cases against landowners amid Attock gold extraction

Two weeks after disciplinary action against Nepal minister, another cabinet incumbent faces questions

India holds fuel prices steady as US, UAE, Australia, Pak see sharp surge

India, UK discuss evolving nature of conflict and deepening military-to-military cooperation

Pakistan yet again delays decision on 17-year-old Khyber Pakhtunkhwa bypass project

India emphasises need for greater representation of Global South at UN

Tehran will not negotiate under threat or force: Iranian envoy

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