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India-New Zealand trade deal to drive cooperation across sectors: Trade Minister Todd McClay (IANS Interview)

IANS | July 10, 2026 10:55 AM

Auckland/New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) The India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is one of the highest-quality trade deals negotiated by either country and will significantly boost bilateral trade and cooperation across sectors ranging from technology to science and culture, New Zealand Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay said on Friday.

Four gangsters killed, 3 cops injured in encounter in Gurugram

IANS | July 10, 2026 9:50 AM

Gurugram, July 10 (IANS) Four gangsters were killed, and one was critically injured in a fierce encounter between the Gurugram Crime Branch and armed criminals in the Sushant Lok Phase-2 area of the city. Three Gurugram Police personnel also sustained gunshot injuries during the exchange of fire.

Ninth batch of Amarnath pilgrims leaves Jammu under tight security; devotees praise arrangements

IANS | July 10, 2026 9:29 AM

Jammu, July 10 (IANS) The ninth batch of pilgrims departed from Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu for the annual Shri Amarnath Yatra on Friday under tight security arrangements. Devotees chanted religious slogans and hymns as they began their spiritual journey, reflecting enthusiasm, faith, and devotion.

Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday celebrations in US; Trump Admin official hails his legacy (IANS Special)

IANS | July 10, 2026 9:20 AM

Washington, July 10 (IANS) US Special Coordinator for Tibetan issues Riley Barnes joined celebrations of the Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday in Washington, calling it an honour to mark the Tibetan spiritual leader’s life and legacy.

PM Modi, Albanese unveil historic BBL fixture; Chennai to host season opener

IANS | July 10, 2026 8:54 AM

Melbourne, July 10 (IANS) Melbourne Renegades will play Perth Scorchers in Chennai in December to open the 2026-27 Big Bash League (BBL) season. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese unveiled the fixture during a joint visit to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Friday.

Rajasthan OBC survey to begin today; Commission calls for smooth deployment of staff

IANS | July 10, 2026 7:17 AM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) The Rajasthan OBC Commission will begin a statewide door-to-door survey of Other Backward Class (OBC) families from Friday to assess reservation requirements for the upcoming Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Body elections.

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Oman on fourth leg of six-nation visit

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:43 PM

Muscat, July 9 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar arrived in Oman on Thursday after concluding his latest visit to Kuwait.

Piyush Goyal encourages MP LEAD Fellows to embrace innovation, contribute towards Viksit Bharat

IANS | July 9, 2026 10:32 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday said he was delighted to interact with the MP LEAD Fellows and hear their insightful ideas, aspirations and commitment towards India's progress.

IMF sees India gaining from supply chain shift

IANS | July 9, 2026 9:34 PM

Washington, July 9 (IANS) India's push to establish itself as a global manufacturing hub is beginning to pay off as international supply chains diversify, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) saying on Thursday that it is already seeing tangible evidence of the shift, particularly in electronics manufacturing, while urging New Delhi to sustain structural reforms to maintain the momentum.

After Bangladesh, China in renewed Nepal outreach for further influence in South Asia

IANS | July 9, 2026 8:48 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) China now appears to be trying to re-establish its influence in Nepal after a Bangladesh foray, with new promises of economic assistance and infrastructure development.

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India-New Zealand trade deal to drive cooperation across sectors: Trade Minister Todd McClay (IANS Interview)

Four gangsters killed, 3 cops injured in encounter in Gurugram

Ninth batch of Amarnath pilgrims leaves Jammu under tight security; devotees praise arrangements

Dalai Lama’s 91st birthday celebrations in US; Trump Admin official hails his legacy (IANS Special)

PM Modi, Albanese unveil historic BBL fixture; Chennai to host season opener

Rajasthan OBC survey to begin today; Commission calls for smooth deployment of staff

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Oman on fourth leg of six-nation visit

Piyush Goyal encourages MP LEAD Fellows to embrace innovation, contribute towards Viksit Bharat

IMF sees India gaining from supply chain shift

After Bangladesh, China in renewed Nepal outreach for further influence in South Asia

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