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In Brussels, EAM Jaishankar discusses startups, connectivity and green shipping cooperation between India and Europe

IANS | July 15, 2026 5:31 PM

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with European Union (EU) Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation Ekaterina Zaharieva in Brussels on Wednesday, discussing opportunities for research in clean and green energy technologies, innovation hubs, startups and association with 'Horizon Europe'.

Iran's IRGC claims attacks on US military facilities in Bahrain, Jordan

IANS | July 15, 2026 4:47 PM

Tehran, July 15 (IANS) Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) said on Wednesday that it conducted retaliatory strikes against the US military facilities in Bahrain and Jordan, attacking their military infrastructure, aircraft shelters, key command centres and strategic drones, local media reported.

India and Belgium discuss cooperation in ports, maritime, semiconductors and supply chain de-risking

IANS | July 15, 2026 4:42 PM

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and his counterpart from Belgium, Maxime Prevot, on Wednesday reviewed bilateral cooperation, including in political, economic, investments, clean energy, defence, mobility and pharmaceutical domains. The two leaders focused on opportunities in ports, maritime, semiconductors and broader cooperation for supply chain de-risking.

Pak forces masking military setbacks by carrying out extrajudicial killings in Balochistan: Report

IANS | July 15, 2026 3:54 PM

Quetta, July 15 (IANS) Balochistan continues to witness one of its bloodiest periods in recent times with dozens of Pakistani army and security personnel having been killed in a series of attacks carried out by Baloch armed groups beginning July 5, a report has stated.

Strong case for India and Belgium to engage more: EAM Jaishankar

IANS | July 15, 2026 3:22 PM

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said on Wednesday that the international situation wants nations like India and Belgium, which have a close relationship, to engage more deeply.

Afghan refugees in Pakistan's Peshawar live in fear due to police raids, economic pressure: Report

IANS | July 15, 2026 2:47 PM

Islamabad, July 15 (IANS) Afghan refugees in Pakistan's Peshawar said that their lives have collapsed into a cycle of daytime labour and nighttime fear due to police raids, economic strain and lack of legal documents, according to a latest report.

China’s growing investment in African ports raises sovereignty risks: Report

IANS | July 15, 2026 2:28 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) China’s growing investments in African ports undermine the sovereignty of African nations and are being repurposed for military and intelligence uses, a new report has said.

Meaningful contribution: Palestine welcomes India's new development projects for Gaza

IANS | July 15, 2026 2:24 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) Palestine on Wednesday warmly welcomed India's announcement to establish three major development projects for the people in Gaza, including a Speciality Hospital, an Artificial Limb Fitment Centre, and a Vocational Training Institute.

Baloch delegation urges EU to revoke Pakistan's GSP+ status over rights abuses

IANS | July 15, 2026 1:59 PM

Brussels, July 15 (IANS) A delegation led by Baloch National Movement (BNM) Chairman Naseem Baloch called on the European Union (EU) to revoke Pakistan's preferential trade status under the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+), citing ongoing human rights abuses in Balochistan during its visit to the European Parliament in Brussels.

Why China can’t break away from US dollar

IANS | July 15, 2026 1:52 PM

New Delhi, July 15 (IANS) There is no escape from the US dollar for China even as Beijing propagates a 'de-dollarisation' campaign to promote its own currency, the renminbi, to settle payments in international trade and debt repayments.

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In Brussels, EAM Jaishankar discusses startups, connectivity and green shipping cooperation between India and Europe

Iran's IRGC claims attacks on US military facilities in Bahrain, Jordan

India and Belgium discuss cooperation in ports, maritime, semiconductors and supply chain de-risking

Pak forces masking military setbacks by carrying out extrajudicial killings in Balochistan: Report

Strong case for India and Belgium to engage more: EAM Jaishankar

Afghan refugees in Pakistan's Peshawar live in fear due to police raids, economic pressure: Report

China’s growing investment in African ports raises sovereignty risks: Report

Meaningful contribution: Palestine welcomes India's new development projects for Gaza

Baloch delegation urges EU to revoke Pakistan's GSP+ status over rights abuses

Why China can’t break away from US dollar

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