After Trump's Iran deal announcement, US Democrats demand transparency

IANS | June 16, 2026 8:53 AM

Washington, June 16 (IANS) Less than a day after President Donald Trump declared that the United States had reached an agreement with Iran, congressional Democrats demanded immediate access to its terms, citing reports that key provisions remain undisclosed and warning that Congress cannot evaluate a deal it has not seen.

Tibet genocide bill gains bipartisan backing in US

IANS | June 16, 2026 8:24 AM

Washington, June 16 (IANS) A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is pushing for a formal determination on whether China's treatment of Tibetans amounts to genocide or crimes against humanity, adding fresh pressure on Beijing over its human rights record in Tibet.

Indian American lawmakers condemn anti-India act in Texas

IANS | June 16, 2026 8:00 AM

Washington, June 16 (IANS) Six Indian American members of the US Congress have strongly condemned the tearing of an Indian flag during an immigration-related protest outside Frisco City Hall in Texas and expressed solidarity with the Indian American community amid growing concerns over xenophobia and anti-India rhetoric.

PM Modi to participate in G7 Summit in France today

IANS | June 16, 2026 6:55 AM

New Delhi, June 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Evian, France, on Tuesday on a two-day visit to participate in the G7 Summit, marking the third and final leg of his two-nation tour.

PM Modi makes history in Bratislava as India and Slovakia sign key agreements: MEA

IANS | June 16, 2026 2:46 AM

Bratislava, June 16 (IANS) In a landmark moment for bilateral relations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in the Slovak capital on Monday for the first-ever visit by an Indian head of government since Slovakia's independence in 1993, a historic trip that saw the two nations sign multiple agreements, including a key defence pact.

Trump shifts focus to Ukraine after Iran deal

IANS | June 15, 2026 11:18 PM

Evian, June 15 (IANS) U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that his administration would turn its attention to the Russia-Ukraine war following what he described as a breakthrough agreement with Iran, expressing optimism that Moscow and Kyiv may be open to negotiations.