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Rights body flags alleged political interference in Bangladesh bar Polls

IANS | June 1, 2026 10:48 AM

Paris, June 1 (IANS) Allegations of political exclusion, intimidation and electoral obstruction in bar association elections across Bangladesh have prompted concern from a leading international human rights organisation, which has called attention to what it says is a growing pattern of pressure on lawyers and democratic institutions within the country’s legal system.

US says Hezbollah blocking Israel-Lebanon truce

IANS | June 1, 2026 8:44 AM

Washington, June 1 (IANS) The United States has accused Hezbollah of undermining efforts to secure a ceasefire with Israel, saying the Iran-backed group is prolonging the conflict and refusing to halt attacks despite a US-backed proposal aimed at preventing further escalation.

Deadly blast in Myanmar village kills 55; rescue Ops on

IANS | June 1, 2026 8:44 AM

Yangon, June 1 (IANS) At least 55 people were killed, and several were injured after a powerful explosion ripped through a village in Myanmar's Shan State, local media reported on Monday.

Intel, Odisha explore chip packaging facility

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:57 AM

Washington, June 1 (IANS) Intel Corporation and 3D Glass Solutions have signed a memorandum of understanding with the Odisha government to explore establishing an advanced semiconductor glass core packaging substrate manufacturing facility, a move that could strengthen India's ambitions to become a global semiconductor hub.

India's Consulate greets Haj pilgrims as departure phase starts after award winning coordination this year

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:23 AM

Riyadh, June 1 (IANS) India's Consul General in Jeddah, Fahad Suri, has extended his heartfelt 'Haj Mubarak' greetings to all Indian Haj pilgrims on the successful completion of the main Haj rituals.

Not enough anti-ballistic missile production in the US: Zelensky

IANS | June 1, 2026 1:13 AM

Kyiv, June 1 (IANS) Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that there is not enough anti-ballistic missile production in the US.

Nepal govt in damage-control mode as PM Balendra Shah's remarks draw controversy

IANS | June 1, 2026 12:01 AM

Kathmandu, June 1 (IANS) Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Prime Minister Balendra Shah's remarks regarding the South Asian country also encroaching on Indian territory were related to "cross-border occupation" and encroachment in the no-man's land along the border with India.

Israel captures strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:52 PM

Jerusalem, May 31 (IANS) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Sunday said it had captured Beaufort Castle after entering the Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki areas in southern Lebanon.

Pakistan charging fee for visit to Kartarpur Sahib leads to politicisation of religion: Report

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:19 PM

New Delhi, May 31 (IANS) The Pakistani government and the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) charging Indian pilgrims a fee of $20 and Non-Resident Indian (NRI) pilgrims $5 for visiting the Kartarpur Sahib, has remained a subject of continuous controversy, wrote Sudeep Singh in an editorial in 'Khalsa Vox'.

India, US discuss defence cooperation and advancing strategic interests in Indo-Pacific

IANS | May 31, 2026 11:03 PM

Singapore, May 31 (IANS) Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held a meeting with House Armed Services Committee Member Pat Harrigan, who led a bipartisan US Congressional Delegation (CODEL), in Singapore on Sunday, with discussions held on regional security, expanding defence cooperation, and advancing shared strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific.

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Rights body flags alleged political interference in Bangladesh bar Polls

US says Hezbollah blocking Israel-Lebanon truce

Deadly blast in Myanmar village kills 55; rescue Ops on

Intel, Odisha explore chip packaging facility

India's Consulate greets Haj pilgrims as departure phase starts after award winning coordination this year

Not enough anti-ballistic missile production in the US: Zelensky

Nepal govt in damage-control mode as PM Balendra Shah's remarks draw controversy

Israel captures strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon

Pakistan charging fee for visit to Kartarpur Sahib leads to politicisation of religion: Report

India, US discuss defence cooperation and advancing strategic interests in Indo-Pacific

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