Northeast steadily positioning itself as gateway for opportunity and engagement

IANS | June 20, 2026 9:46 AM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) Twelve years of focused effort have reshaped the development landscape of the northeast and improvements in connectivity, energy, basic services, and livelihoods have worked together to create a stronger and more integrated region, according to an official fact-sheet on Saturday.

Iran introduces permit, registration rules for ships transiting Strait of Hormuz

IANS | June 19, 2026 8:36 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Iran on Friday introduced new regulations for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, requiring ships to register in advance and obtain permits and insurance before entering one of the world's most critical energy shipping routes, despite the recent reopening of the waterway under a US-Iran agreement.

Mukesh Ambani unveils 5-way roadmap to propel RIL’s growth ahead

IANS | June 19, 2026 5:28 PM

Mumbai, June 19 (IANS) Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani on Friday outlined five major value creation pathways for the Group to create a diversified growth architecture spanning energy, materials, digital infrastructure, artificial intelligence, consumer businesses, and global exports.