US-India push AI defence cooperation

IANS | May 9, 2026 7:32 AM

Washington, May 9 (IANS) The United States and India must step up cooperation in artificial intelligence and defence as warfare shifts to data and algorithms, experts said.

US pushes AI access, flags security risks

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:55 AM

Washington, May 9 (IANS) The United States wants countries in South and Central Asia, including India, to have access to “world class technology” while avoiding dependence on adversarial nations, a senior State Department official said, underscoring Washington’s push to expand AI cooperation with New Delhi.

Trump flags Iran message, hopes Russia-Ukraine ceasefire expands

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:47 AM

Washington, May 9 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said he expects to receive a message from Iran “tonight” as questions persist over the pace of nuclear negotiations, while also expressing hope that a brief Russia-Ukraine ceasefire could be extended.

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:17 AM

Washington, May 9 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said a three-day ceasefire has been agreed between Russia and Ukraine, describing it as a possible step toward ending the long-running war.

Commerce Secretary visits Switzerland to advance India-EFTA TEPA trade pact (Lead)

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:52 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal undertook an official visit to Switzerland from May 6-7 to advance the implementation of the India-European Free Trade Association Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement and strengthen India–Switzerland trade and investment engagement, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Friday.

Pakistan's growing dependence on 'fixers' reflects diplomatic failure: Report

IANS | May 8, 2026 9:30 PM

Washington, May 8 (IANS) Pakistan appears to be leveraging a web of lobbyists, intermediaries, and influential business and political figures to secure diplomatic opportunities, particularly in situations where Islamabad's formal official channels either fail to deliver results or move too slowly, a report said on Friday.