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Rajnath Singh to attend SCO Defence Ministers’ meet in Bishkek, reaffirm India's commitment for global peace

IANS | April 27, 2026 11:34 AM

New Delhi, April 27 (IANS) Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers' Meeting in Kyrgyzstan’s Bishkek tomorrow. In a social media post, he stated that he will highlight India’s commitment towards global peace amidst the security challenges prevailing in the world.

Rising food, gas, utility costs squeeze Americans amid tariff, war concerns

IANS | April 27, 2026 10:24 AM

Los Angeles, April 27 (IANS) Americans are feeling the strain as the cost of groceries, gasoline, and utilities continues to rise. Economists say a one-two punch of new US tariffs and a war-driven spike in global energy prices are pushing up everyday expenses and threatening to slow growth just as households had begun to regain some breathing room.

Iran presents new proposal to US for reopening Hormuz, ending war: Report

IANS | April 27, 2026 8:48 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) Iran has presented the United States with a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, while postponing nuclear negotiations to a later stage, according to a report, which cited a US official and two sources familiar with the matter.

White House Correspondents’ Association praisess response after Hilton shooting

IANS | April 27, 2026 7:54 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) The White House Correspondents’ Association praised law enforcement after a shooting at its annual dinner venue, saying swift action ensured the safety of the President, senior officials and thousands of attendees.

False-flag claims spark backlash after White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

IANS | April 27, 2026 7:32 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) Prominent television hosts and journalists have pushed back against online claims that the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting was staged. They have called such assertions “disturbing” and reflective of a wider erosion of trust in the United States.

Trump calls to hold White House Correspondents’ Dinner again within 30 days after disruption

IANS | April 27, 2026 7:13 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has called for the White House Correspondents’ Dinner to be held again within 30 days, insisting that a “crazy person” should not be allowed to disrupt a long-standing event tied to press freedom.

Gunman at White House event named Trump officials as 'targets' in manifesto

IANS | April 27, 2026 6:34 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) A gunman who breached security at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner had declared members of the Trump administration as “targets” in a manifesto sent minutes before the attack, raising fresh concerns over political violence in the United States.

Trump unfazed after gunfire at White House Correspondents’ dinner; probe on

IANS | April 27, 2026 6:29 AM

Washington, April 27 (IANS) US President Donald Trump on said that he “wasn’t worried” as gunfire erupted during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, even as federal investigators probed the motive of a 31-year-old suspect who allegedly targeted members of his administration.

Israel fighting for rights of Christians: PM Netanyahu

IANS | April 26, 2026 11:55 PM

Jerusalem, April 26 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel is fighting for the rights of Christians throughout the Middle East through a video message released by the Prime Minister's Office.

India organises Vishu, Easter and Eid al-Fitr jointly in Azerbaijan

IANS | April 26, 2026 11:45 PM

Baku, April 26 (IANS) The Embassy of India in Azerbaijan supported in organising an event jointly celebrating Vishu, Easter, and Eid al-Fitr on Sunday.

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Rajnath Singh to attend SCO Defence Ministers’ meet in Bishkek, reaffirm India's commitment for global peace

Rising food, gas, utility costs squeeze Americans amid tariff, war concerns

Iran presents new proposal to US for reopening Hormuz, ending war: Report

White House Correspondents’ Association praisess response after Hilton shooting

False-flag claims spark backlash after White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Trump calls to hold White House Correspondents’ Dinner again within 30 days after disruption

Gunman at White House event named Trump officials as 'targets' in manifesto

Trump unfazed after gunfire at White House Correspondents’ dinner; probe on

Israel fighting for rights of Christians: PM Netanyahu

India organises Vishu, Easter and Eid al-Fitr jointly in Azerbaijan

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