US-Iran war strikes structural blow to Pakistan’s economy

IANS | May 5, 2026 1:19 PM

New Delhi, May 5 (IANS) The conflict between the United States and Iran has triggered a severe energy price shock through Pakistan’s economy which is in dire straits with rising inflation, dwindling foreign exchange reserves and a fast depreciating currency.

Op Sindoor reflected power of indigenous weapons: MoS Sanjay Seth

IANS | May 5, 2026 1:03 PM

Prayagraj, May 5 (IANS) Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Sanjay Seth on Tuesday asserted that India's military strength is rooted in its domestic defence manufacturing capabilities, while also praising the armed forces for the success of Operation Sindoor, supported by indigenous weapon systems.

Adani Electricity, BMC light up 2.5-km Gorai Beach stretch in Mumbai

IANS | May 5, 2026 12:58 PM

Mumbai, May 5 (IANS) Adani Group-backed Adani Electricity Mumbai Limited (AEML), in coordination with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), has illuminated a 2.5-km stretch of Gorai Beach that ended nearly three years of darkness along the popular shoreline.