India and UK discuss strengthening cooperation, advancing Commonwealth reforms

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:01 PM

London, March 9 (IANS) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh held a meeting with UK's Minister for Latin America, Caribbean and Multilateral Chris Elmore on the sidelines of Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting (CFAMM) on Monday, discussing strengthening cooperation between two nations and working with partners to advance Commonwealth reforms.

Bangladesh: Hindu boy fatally run over during robbery

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:56 PM

Dhaka, March 9 (IANS) In yet another disturbing incident of violence against the minority community in Bangladesh, a young Hindu boy was fatally run over following a confrontation with robbers attempting to seize his vehicle, local media reported on Monday.

Belgium: Synagogue damaged in explosion in Liege

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:27 PM

Brussels, March 9 (IANS) A synagogue in the Belgian city of Liege was damaged by an explosion on Monday, according to local police. The blast happened in front of the synagogue at around 4 am (local time), causing damage to the windows of the buildings in its surroundings, police spokesperson said, Euro News reported.