International
US Launches New Sanctions on Iran, Tehran Warns of Gulf Oil Blockade
Washington announced a fresh round of financial sanctions targeting entities dealing with Tehran, while Iran warned it could halt oil shipments from the Persian Gulf.
24 Aug 2026
Moga Resident Dies in Road Accident in Italy
A man from Moga, Punjab, was killed in a road accident while in Italy, according to reports.
24 Aug 2026
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal to Begin Three‑Country South America Trade Tour on Aug 24
Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal will start a three‑nation visit to South America on August 24, aimed at strengthening trade and investment links.
24 Aug 2026
Lucknow Hosts 18th BRICS Academic Forum Under India’s Presidency
The 18th BRICS Academic Forum was convened in Lucknow, marking the first such event under India’s current BRICS presidency.
24 Aug 2026
Iran Announces Discovery of New Gas Field Holding 7,500 Bcf
Iran's energy ministry reported the identification of a new gas field containing approximately 7,500 billion cubic feet of natural gas.
24 Aug 2026
Foreign vessel capsizes off Paradip, crew rescued in lifeboats
A foreign-registered ship sank near Paradip, Odisha, with its crew taking refuge in lifeboats as authorities responded.
24 Aug 2026
NSA Ajit Doval to travel to China for border talks ahead of Modi‑Xi summit
National Security Advisor Ajit Doval is set to visit China today for border discussions as India prepares for the upcoming Modi‑Xi summit.
24 Aug 2026
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan Invite Iran to Join Mecca Pact
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have formally invited Iran to become a member of the Mecca Pact, a regional security and cooperation framework, reports say.
24 Aug 2026
US perspective labels Kashmir as integral part of India
A recent American commentary has described Kashmir as an integral part of India, marking a shift in U.S. viewpoint.
24 Aug 2026
Indian Expatriate Killed, Nine Injured in Oman Road Crash
A vehicle collision in Oman resulted in the death of an Indian expatriate and injured nine others, authorities said.
24 Aug 2026
Trump's Hormuz Statement Seen as Reveal of US Strategic Intentions, Expert Says
An expert says former President Donald Trump's recent claim about the Strait of Hormuz highlights Washington's underlying strategic aims.
23 Aug 2026
US-Canada Relations Strain Over Maple Syrup Amid MAGA Criticism
Tensions in US‑Canada ties have surfaced as MAGA‑linked commentary focuses on maple syrup, putting bilateral relations on a slippery slope.
23 Aug 2026