Discussion offered, HM ready to answer: Why is Rahul Gandhi still blocking the House?

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:44 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) The political confrontation over the alleged police action against protesting students intensified on Monday, with BJP MP Nishikant Dubey and Union Minister J.P. Nadda accusing Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi of repeatedly “changing the goalpost” and deliberately obstructing the functioning of the Lok Sabha.

Iran-US conflict creates new strategic challenges for China: Report

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:37 PM

Beijing, Aug 10 (IANS) Describing the Iran–US conflict as a victory for Chinese diplomacy and defeat for US influence risks overlooking the Middle Eastern region’s complex strategic landscape and the differing constraints and opportunities facing the two powers, a report has highlighted.

Pakistan aims to turn Mecca defence pact into united front against Israel and India: Report

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:34 PM

Tel Aviv, Aug 10 (IANS) With little to offer beyond its army, Chinese weaponry and nuclear arsenal, Pakistan has sought to turn what was initially envisaged as a mutual defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkey — primarily aimed at deterring a potential Iranian attack on Saudi Arabia — into a broader united Muslim front against Israel and India, a report has stated.

Afghanistan security institutions lack transparency: UNAMA

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:25 PM

Kabul, Aug 10 (IANS) The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) on Monday released a report examining the steps taken by the 'de facto' authorities of Afghanistan since August 2021 to provide accountability in security institutions.

India moves to join France-led FCAS sixth-generation fighter programme: Report

IANS | August 10, 2026 9:19 PM

Kyiv, Aug 10 (IANS) India has begun formal steps to join France’s Future Combat Air System (FCAS) - a sixth-generation fighter programme that could give New Delhi access to next-generation combat aircraft technology while accelerating the development of the country's fighter aircraft, a report has stated.