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Japan's food sector targets India to offset ageing domestic market

Tokyo | June 22, 2026 12:56:17 PM IST

The concept of Japan's industry is changing to adapt to its social transformation. It aims to keep steady growing of business, harmonizing with foreign market. ... read..

JSFM leader condemns Pakistan People's Party proposal to grant parliamentary seats to PoJK, PoGB

London | June 22, 2026 12:56:12 PM IST

Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) chairman Sohail Abro has strongly criticised Pakistan People's Party (PPP) chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for proposing representation for Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) and Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltista ... read..

"Defending honour and dignity of our people": Araghchi hails Iran's FIFA WC 2026 performance, pays 'angelic' tribute to Minab victims

Tehran | June 22, 2026 12:56:03 PM IST

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday paid tribute to the victims of the Minab school bombing while hailing Iran's outstanding performance in their second Group G clash against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026, affirming the Islamic Re ... read..

Qatar factory blast injures 54, search underway for 18 missing in Ras Laffan Industrial City

Doha | June 22, 2026 12:26:06 PM IST

A technical malfunction during operations at a factory in Qatar's Ras Laffan Industrial City triggered an internal explosion and fire, leaving 54 injured and prompting an ongoing search-and-rescue operation for 18 missing persons, the Qatar's Interior Min ... read..

'Look forward to fruitful engagements': EAM Jaishankar arrives in Mongolia to advance special partnership

Ulaanbaatar | June 22, 2026 11:56:08 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Mongolia on Monday for a state visit from June 22-23. On arrival, he was welcomed by the State Secretary Munktushig Ilkhanajav. ... read..

Bangladesh seeks to become ASEAN Sectoral Dialogue partner

Asia | June 22, 2026 11:56:03 AM IST

Bangladesh seeks closer engagement with ASEAN and aspires to become a Sectoral Dialogue Partner of the Association of South East Asian Nations, the country's Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, who is currently on an official visit to Malaysia, said on Monday ... read..

Iranian security representative Nezami arrives in Delhi for BRICS NSAs meeting

New Delhi | June 22, 2026 11:26:25 AM IST

Deputy Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council of Iran, Ghadir Nezami, arrived in the capital on Monday to participate in the BRICS National Security Advisers' (NSA) Meeting to be held from June 22-23. ... read..

US-Iran agree to form 'de-confliction cell' in Switzerland talks as tensions simmer over Lebanon

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 10:57:09 AM IST

The United States and Iran have moved to establish a "de-confliction cell" aimed at securing a cessation of military operations in Lebanon, marking a technical milestone in their 14-point memorandum of understanding. ... read..

"He won, big!": Trump congratulates Colombia president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella

Washington DC | June 22, 2026 10:57:03 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) congratulated Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, following his election victory. ... read..

Iran, US establish communication line to safeguard shipping through Hormuz, say mediators

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 10:26:35 AM IST

Iran and the United States have established a direct communication line to "avoid incidents and miscommunication" in the Strait of Hormuz, mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced on Monday after the first round of high-level talks under a 14-point Memorand ... read..

"Colombia's best days are ahead": US Secy Rubio congratulates Colombia president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella

Bogota | June 22, 2026 9:26:21 AM IST

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday (local time) congratulated Colombia's president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella following his apparent election victory, signalling that the Trump administration is prepared to work closely with the incoming gove ... read..

EAM Jaishankar to embark on four-day visit to Mongolia and South Korea, discussions with counterparts on agenda

New Delhi | June 22, 2026 9:26:13 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a four-day visit to Mongolia and the Republic of Korea on Monday. ... read..

Sergio Gor anticipates productive US-India trade discussions ahead of USTR Greer's visit

New Delhi | June 22, 2026 9:26:10 AM IST

US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor on Monday expressed optimism ahead of United States Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer's visit to New Delhi to discuss the bilateral trade deal. ... read..

Burgenstock summit: US, Iran agree on roadmap to reach final deal within 60 days

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 8:57:54 AM IST

The first session of high-level talks between Iran and the United States under the framework of the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) concluded on Sunday (local time) at the Lake Lucerne Summit in Switzerland's Burgenstock, with mediators Qatar a ... read..

"This is how we protect our land": Ghalibaf lauds Beiranvand's performance in FIFA WC 2026 match vs Belgium

Tehran | June 22, 2026 8:57:49 AM IST

Iran's Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf on Monday lauded Iranian goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand for producing a series of crucial saves to keep his side in the Group G match against Belgium at the FIFA World Cup 2026, affirming, "This is how we protect our l ... read..

"Delivered major progress to end Lebanon War": Araghchi on Iran-US technical talks

Tehran | June 22, 2026 8:26:27 AM IST

Following the conclusion of the first session of the technical talks with the US under the framework of the 14-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday said that major progress was made to cease the ... read..

Trump's threat forced Iran to suspend quadrilateral talks, says FM spokesperson; oil sales, frozen asset release discussed in Switzerland

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 7:56:26 AM IST

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei on Sunday (local time) said that US President Donald Trump's threats against the Islamic Republic during ongoing technical talks as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) led to the susp ... read..

Iran-US talks in Switzerland ongoing, delegation expected to "work through the night": Report

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 7:25:59 AM IST

The ongoing technical talks as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran in Switzerland remain active, with both sides expected to continue discussions through the night, CNN reported, citing US officials. ... read..

Pakistan Post restructuring sparks fresh unrest in country

Rawalpindi | June 22, 2026 7:25:52 AM IST

A proposed restructuring plan of Pakistan Post has triggered strong opposition from postal employees, with workers' unions warning of nationwide protests and a strike from July 1 if the reforms are not withdrawn, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

"Not good": Trump slams NATO, Italian PM for not being involved to eliminate Iran's "Nuclear Threat"

Washington DC | June 22, 2026 6:56:32 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) criticised NATO members and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for not joining efforts against what he described as Iran's "very serious Nuclear Threat," accusing allies of failing to support the United ... read..

"Project to eliminate Iran, the resistance failed": Hezbollah chief accuses US of Israeli military ops in Lebanon

Beirut | June 22, 2026 6:26:24 AM IST

Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem accused the United States of enabling continued Israeli military operations in Lebanon, despite multiple calls for cessation of such hostilities, asserting that efforts to eliminate Iran and resistance moveme ... read..

IDF eliminates October 7 abduction suspect, Islamic Jihad Nukhba commander in southern Gaza strike

Tel Aviv | June 22, 2026 6:26:20 AM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Israel Security Agency (ISA) in a joint operation have eliminated a terrorist involved in the October 7 attacks and the abduction of Israeli civilian Yagil Yaakov in a precision strike in the southern Gaza Strip over th ... read..

"Will remain in security zone in South Lebanon": Netanyahu reiterates stance, says prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons

Tel Aviv | June 22, 2026 5:56:28 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (local time) reaffirmed that Israeli forces would remain in a security zone in southern Lebanon for as long as necessary to protect the country's citizens, while asserting Israel's commitment to preventi ... read..

Ceasefire in Lebanon, opening of Hormuz, elements of nuclear deal dominate first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland: Axios

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 4:56:33 AM IST

Discussions on maintaining the ceasefire in Lebanon, ensuring the continued opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and addressing key aspects of a potential nuclear agreement dominated the first round of technical talks as part of the 14 point memorandum of und ... read..

NEET 2026 "successfully conducted" in Qatar, 598 students take exam: Indian Embassy

Doha | June 22, 2026 4:56:32 AM IST

The Embassy of India in Qatar announced that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 was successfully conducted in Doha, with 598 students appearing for the examination. ... read..

Technical malfunction results in internal explosion at Ras Laffan Industrial City factory in Qatar, leaving several injured

Doha | June 22, 2026 4:26:16 AM IST

A technical malfunction during operations at a factory in Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar triggered an internal explosion and fire, leaving several people injured, according to Qatari authorities. ... read..

Iran's parliament speaker slams Trump's warning, says 'don't count on threats of Americans', calls move desperation

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 2:26:15 AM IST

Amid stalled negotiations as part of the technical talks between Iran and the US in Switzerland, US President Donald Trump warned Tehran of hitting the Islamic Republic "very hard" if they "immediately stop their highly paid proxies in Lebanon", which Ira ... read..

US-Iran talks stalled but not yet over as diplomatic channels remain open: Report

Burgenstock | June 22, 2026 2:26:10 AM IST

Negotiations between the United States and Iran as part of the technical talks between the two sides have hit a temporary roadblock but have not completely collapsed, CNN reported, citing an Iranian source familiar with the ongoing discussions in Switzerl ... read..

US: Om' resonates at Times Square as yogis celebrate International Day of Yoga

By Reena Bhardwaj

New York | June 22, 2026 1:58:03 AM IST

Yoga practitioners gathered at New York's Times Square for the 12th edition of Solstice in Times Square: Mind Over Madness Yoga -- one of the world's most striking annual wellness events and increasingly one of the most visible stages for India's soft pow ... read..

"The moment we feel ...": Pakistan threatens war against India over Indus Water Treaty as water crisis exposes domestic failure

Islamabad | June 21, 2026 11:56:50 PM IST

In a move marked by desperate rhetoric, Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has threatened war against India over water security. This sabre-rattling comes even as his government faces widespread domestic instability and an internal water crisis that ... read..

From Nairobi to Dar es Salaam: Yoga takes centre stage across East Africa

Nairobi | June 21, 2026 11:26:31 PM IST

The 12th International Day of Yoga was marked by widespread enthusiasm across East Africa on Sunday, with significant celebrations held in Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. ... read..

"We will remain in the security zone": Netanyahu vows to maintain presence in South Lebanon

Tel Aviv | June 21, 2026 11:26:14 PM IST

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has affirmed that Israel will remain unyielding in its commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weaponry and maintaining military pressure against its proxy, Hezbollah in South Lebanon. The Israeli leader's c ... read..

US-Iran talks in Switzerland reportedly ended for "internal consultations"

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 10:56:09 PM IST

The first round of high-level US-Iran diplomatic talks currently underway in Switzerland has concluded, with the session suspended after 80 minutes to allow the delegations to conduct " 'internal consultations' ", according to Iran's Fars news agency. ... read..

"You won't even make it back to your f***ing country": Trump issues stern warning to Iran over Strait of Hormuz closure

Washington, DC | June 21, 2026 10:27:01 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday disclosed that he held talks with Iranian officials overnight on Saturday, issuing a stern warning to Tehran against any attempts to block the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz and threatening severe repercussions ... read..

Trump says UK PM Starmer will resign after "failing badly" on immigration, energy

Washington, DC | June 21, 2026 10:26:53 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday claimed that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will step down from office for "failing badly" on immigration and energy policy. ... read..

"An Indian and a Pakistani" are the most important people in my life: Vance's joke after Iran talks goes viral

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 9:26:04 PM IST

US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday generated significant online traction after making a light-hearted reference to two "very, very important" Indian and Pakistani people in his life - his wife Usha Vance and Pakistani Army chief Asim Munir, on the sidel ... read..

Stop Lebanon proxies or US will hit "very hard again", Trump warns Iran amid peace talks in Switzerland

Washington, DC | June 21, 2026 8:57:03 PM IST

President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Tehran to "immediately stop their highly paid proxies in Lebanon", or the US will "hit Iran very hard again" even as bilateral negotiators continue critical talks in Switzerland aimed at defusing volatility across t ... read..

"Trump is committed to seeing a full regional ceasefire": US Vice President Vance

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 8:26:01 PM IST

Emphasising Washington's overarching diplomatic objectives in West Asia, US Vice President JD Vance announced on Sunday that President Donald Trump remains fully dedicated to establishing a comprehensive cessation of hostilities across the region, activel ... read..

US willing to "fundamentally transform" relations with Iran: JD Vance

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 7:56:46 PM IST

Ahead of a high-stakes meeting with Iran, US Vice President JD Vance on Sunday said that America is prepared to "fundamentally transform" its long-strained ties with Tehran, if the Islamic Republic is "willing to give up being a driver of regional instabi ... read..

US: Om chants echo across Times Square in New York on International Yoga Day

New York | June 21, 2026 7:56:43 PM IST

The iconic Times Square resonated with chants of "Om" as hundreds of yoga enthusiasts, members of the Indian diaspora and wellness advocates gathered to celebrate the International Day of Yoga today, highlighting the growing global appeal of the ancient I ... read..

UN Geneva marks International Day of Yoga at 'Palais des Nations'

Geneva | June 21, 2026 7:27:27 PM IST

Participants gathered on Flag Alley at the Palais des Nations (Palace of Nations) in Geneva on Sunday (local time) to mark the International Day of Yoga at an event organised by India's Permanent Mission to the United Nations in Geneva. ... read..

Iran's chief negotiator Ghalibaf holds talks with Pakistan PM, Qatari counterpart in Switzerland

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 7:27:21 PM IST

Iranian Parliament Speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf met Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Switzerland on the sidelines of ongoing negotiations aimed at building on the recent breakthrough between Iran and the United States. ... read..

China's hybrid warfare escalates as Beijing expands maritime pressure on Taiwan

Taipei | June 21, 2026 7:27:17 PM IST

China is increasingly relying on "hybrid warfare" tactics to intensify pressure on Taiwan, shifting away from direct military confrontation and instead using coast guard deployments, scientific research vessels, and legal ambiguities to advance its strate ... read..

Uyghur advocates intensify push for accountability as concerns grow over China's policies

Munich | June 21, 2026 6:56:59 PM IST

The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its weekly brief, highlighting concerns over repression, surveillance, Beijing's growing influence abroad, and China's treatment of Uyghurs. ... read..

US-Iran talks kick off in Switzerland, Qatar announces

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 6:26:27 PM IST

Qatar's Foreign Ministry on Sunday announced the beginning of the talks between the US and Iran with the mediation of Qatar and Pakistan in Switzerland. ... read..

Iranian President Pezeshkian says USD 6 billion frozen in Qatar to be released

Tehran | June 21, 2026 5:56:41 PM IST

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that USD 6 billion in frozen funds currently in Qatar's possession will be returned to Iran as part of the preliminary deal with the US to end the war, the Tasnim news agency reported. ... read..

Swiss, Iranian foreign ministers meet before talks with US

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 5:56:28 PM IST

Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis has extended a welcome to Iran's top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, as he arrived in the European nation to engage in diplomatic discussions with the United States. ... read..

Vance, Witkoff, Kushner meet Pakistan PM Sharif, Army chief Munir in Burgenstock ahead of US-Iran peace talks

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 5:26:36 PM IST

US Vice President JD Vance, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner held a meeting with the Pakistani mediating team in Switzerland's Burgenstock resort on Sunday ahead of negotiations with the Iranian delegation ... read..

Families of detained BYC leaders protest outside Quetta jail over secret trials, rights violations

Balochistan | June 21, 2026 5:26:29 PM IST

Families of imprisoned leaders of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) held a sit-in outside Hudda Jail in Quetta, demanding access to their detained relatives and an end to what they described as secretive judicial proceedings against prominent activist D ... read..

Meeting underway between Iranian, Qatari delegation in Switzerland ahead of US-Iran talks

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 5:26:27 PM IST

A meeting between the Iranian negotiating team and Qatari mediators is currently underway in Burgenstock, the Iranian government said on Sunday. ... read..

Iran, US delegations to meet on Sunday: Iran Foreign Ministry

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 4:56:51 PM IST

The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei on Sunday (local time) confirmed that the Iran and the United States are set to participate in quadrilateral talks in the afternooon with representatives of Qatar and Pakistan in Burgenstock, Switz ... read..

Switzerland: US-Iran truce talks to begin today as both parties arrive in Burgenstock

Burgenstock | June 21, 2026 3:58:13 PM IST

Talks between Iran and the US is set to begin on Sunday as both parties have arrived in Swiss mountain resort of Burgenstock. ... read..

Pakistan: Karachi transport shutdown exposes growing friction over E-challan regime

Karachi | June 21, 2026 3:58:11 PM IST

Karachi remained gripped by a public transport strike as negotiations between transport operators and traffic authorities failed to produce any meaningful breakthrough, further disrupting daily life for thousands of commuters. ... read..

Ministry of Jal Shakti celebrates 12th International Yoga Day 2026 in New Delhi

New Delhi | June 21, 2026 3:26:54 PM IST

As part of the nationwide celebrations of the 12th International Day of Yoga 2026, the Ministry of Jal Shakti organised a Yoga Day programme at District Park, Hauz Khas, New Delhi, reaffirming its commitment to promoting wellness, environmental stewardshi ... read..

'Strait of Hormuz remains closed': Reports

Tehran | June 21, 2026 3:26:41 PM IST

The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, a military source told Iranian media outlet, the Fars News Agency. ... read..

"Russia understands only strength," says Zelenskyy after Ukraine strikes on Crimean Bridge logistics

Kyiv | June 21, 2026 3:26:39 PM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Sunday (local time) said that Kyiv had carried out long-range strikes against Russian military logistics, oil infrastructure and air defence systems, including facilities linked to the Crimean Bridge, calling the ... read..

Israel kills Hamas members who sent aid to Gaza

Tel Aviv | June 21, 2026 3:26:25 PM IST

The Israeli Air Force on Sunday killed Hassan Qadara and Muhammad Para in southern Gaza Strip, who operated under Hamas to send aid into the Gaza Strip. ... read..

Karachi's crumbling infrastructure exposed again as red line construction triggers major water crisis

Karachi | June 21, 2026 3:26:20 PM IST

The city's fragile infrastructure came under renewed scrutiny after another major water supply disruption left thousands of residents without access to water, highlighting persistent governance and planning failures. A key 48-inch diameter water pipeline ... read..

'Yoga originated in ancient India, unites people across world': British High Commission marks International Yoga Day

New Delhi | June 21, 2026 3:26:17 PM IST

The British High Commission in India marked International Yoga Day on Sunday, lauding the ancient Indian practice for uniting people worldwide. ... read..

Pakistan PM Sharif, Army Chief Munir land in Zurich for US-Iran technical talks

Zurich | June 21, 2026 2:26:20 PM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir on Sunday (local time) landed in Zurich to attend the US-Iran high-level talks, following the signing of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the US and I ... read..

Swiss Government welcomes arrival of US delegation, says delegation led by Vice President Vance headed to Burgenstock

Bern | June 21, 2026 1:57:04 PM IST

The Swiss government on Sunday (local time) welcomed the arrival of the United States delegation in Switzerland and said that the US delegation was on its way to the Burgenstock, near Lucerne for the implementation of the 14-point memorandum of understan ... read..

BYC steps up campaign against secret trials, rights violations in Balochistan

Asia | June 21, 2026 1:26:38 PM IST

Quetta [Balochistan] June 21 (ANI) The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has intensified its campaign against enforced disappearances, alleged extrajudicial killings, and what it describes as "faceless trials" by launching a wide-ranging pamphlet distributi ... read..

US Vice President Vance lands in Switzerland for technical talks with Iran

Zurich | June 21, 2026 12:56:21 PM IST

US Vice President JD Vance landed in Switzerland on Sunday (local time) for US-Iran talks, as reported by CNN, citing the update by his office. ... read..

Taiwan detects increase in Chinese incursions around itself

Taipei | June 21, 2026 12:25:58 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of two sorties of Chinese Military aircraft, eight naval vessels and four official ships operating around its territorial waters as of 6AM (local time) on Sunday. ... read..

Brazil Prez Lula urges G7 to invest more heavily in Global South

Sao Paulo | June 21, 2026 12:25:51 PM IST

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has called on the world's richest nations to invest more heavily in the Global South, arguing that sustainable global economic growth depends on creating new consumers and opportunities in developing regions r ... read..

Hundreds perform Yoga asanas in Nepal's Pokhara on 12th International Yoga Day

Pokhara | June 21, 2026 11:56:47 AM IST

Thousands of Yoga enthusiasts converged in Nepal's Pokhara Stadium on Sunday, observing International Yoga Day under the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing." ... read..

US VP Vance lands in Switzerland for technical talks with Iran

Zurich | June 21, 2026 11:56:43 AM IST

US Vice President JD Vance landed in Switzerland on Sunday (local time) for US-Iran talks, as reported by CNN, citing the update by his office. ... read..

Consulate General of India in Shanghai hosts International Day of Yoga at Bund Finance Centre

Shanghai | June 21, 2026 10:26:24 AM IST

The Consulate General of India in Shanghai celebrated the 12th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 at the Bund Finance Centre (BFC) on Sunday. ... read..

Taiwan detects hike in Chinese incursions around itself

Taipei | June 21, 2026 9:57:19 AM IST

Indian envoy Dinesh Trivedi joins participants in International Yoga Day event in Dhaka

Dhaka | June 21, 2026 9:57:16 AM IST

Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Dinesh Trivedi on Sunday attended the 12th International Day of Yoga event in Dhaka, joining hundreds of participants celebrating yoga's growing reach across the country. ... read..

Jaishankar joins Norway envoy for session at Nehru Park in New Delhi on International Yoga Day

New Delhi | June 21, 2026 9:26:00 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday performed Yoga at New Delhi's Nehru Park on the 12th annual International Day of Yoga alongwith Ambassador of Norway to India, May-Elin Stener. ... read..

Israel-Hezbollah conflict top priority for US, Iran in Switzerland talks amid opposing narratives on Strait of Hormuz

Geneva | June 21, 2026 8:57:15 AM IST

Negotiators from the US and Iranian side have added an emergency session to address the conflict between Israel and the Lebanon-based group Hezbollah on the first day of peace talks in Switzerland, a diplomat attending the talks told CBS News. ... read..

UK PM Starmer may resign as early as Monday amid leadership speculation: Report

London | June 21, 2026 7:57:20 AM IST

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer could announce his resignation as early as Monday and may also set out a timetable for stepping down. However, a government source has pushed back on the claim, stating that Starmer "remained focused on getting on with the j ... read..

"Build a world where every generation can lead a healthy life": Guterres extends wishes on International Day of Yoga

New York | June 21, 2026 7:26:16 AM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres extended greetings on the occasion of the International Day of Yoga, highlighting yoga's global reach and its role in promoting physical and mental well-being across generations. ... read..

Trump says "multiple individuals" arrested for alleged vandalism of Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool

Washington DC | June 21, 2026 6:56:12 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local time) said that multiple individuals have been arrested for allegedly vandalising the Reflecting Pool located between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument in the US capital. ... read..

Trump asks Americans to vote for rebranding "ICE" to "NICE" in efforts to cool down critics over stance on illegal immigration

Washington DC | June 21, 2026 6:56:09 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has floated the idea of renaming Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to "NICE", saying the change would be part of a public poll and could help reshape perceptions of the agency amid ongoing debate over illegal immigration ... read..

Iran's Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf invokes memories of Minab victims ahead of technical talks with US in Switzerland

Zurich | June 21, 2026 6:26:29 AM IST

Iranian Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf invoked the memory of victims of the Minab school incident ahead of technical talks with the United States in Switzerland, saying their sacrifice would guide the actions of the Islamic Republic during the negotiation ... read..

US state of Delaware proclaims June 21 as International Day of Yoga, recognising its role in health, well-being

New York | June 21, 2026 5:27:01 AM IST

The US state of Delaware has officially recognised June 21, 2026, as the International Day of Yoga through a proclamation issued by Governor Matthew Meyer, highlighting yoga's contribution to physical, mental and emotional well-being. ... read..

FIFA World Cup ball, Trionda, reaches space as NASA studies football technology aboard ISS

Houston | June 21, 2026 4:58:30 AM IST

The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Trionda, has reached space, with astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) conducting experiments to study football dynamics and ball performance in microgravity. ... read..

US Centcom says Iran does not control Hormuz after Tehran closes strait over Israeli strikes in Lebanon

Washington DC | June 21, 2026 4:58:28 AM IST

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Saturday (local time) said that Iran does not exercise control over the Strait of Hormuz, even as tensions remain high in the region after heightened military developments linked to Israeli strikes in Lebanon, following ... read..

US VP Vance departs for Switzerland for technical talks with Iran after signing of MoU

Washington DC | June 21, 2026 3:56:17 AM IST

US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance have departed for Switzerland on Saturday (local time) for technical-level talks with Iran, following the signing of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MoU) reached between the two sides to end ... read..

Expert claims Israeli strikes in Lebanon breach ceasefire, cites past agreement violations

New Delhi | June 21, 2026 3:27:02 AM IST

Foreign affairs expert Waiel Awwad on Saturday levelled severe accusations against Israel, claiming that the country has consistently failed to honour diplomatic agreements, after the IDF continued its strikes in southern Lebanon, despite the ceasefire. ... read..

Indian Embassy in Nepal, Lumbini Development Trust organise joint yoga session ahead of International Day of Yoga

Lumbini | June 21, 2026 2:56:53 AM IST

The Indian Embassy in Nepal, in collaboration with the Lumbini Development Trust, organised a yoga demonstration in Lumbini as part of celebrations leading up to the International Day of Yoga, bringing together senior dignitaries and hundreds of yoga enth ... read..

Trump says US will impose tolls on Hormuz if "deal not be completed" with Iran in 60 days

Washington DC | June 21, 2026 2:56:46 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (local) said that Washington could impose tolls on vessels transiting through the Strait of Hormuz if the final deal with Iran is not reached, noting that the toll would be "for services rendered as the Guardian Angel ... read..

Iran delegation, led by Speaker Ghalibaf, arrives in Switzerland for first round of technical talks with US

Zurich | June 21, 2026 2:56:43 AM IST

The Iranian delegation led by Parliament Speaker and Chief Negotiator MB Ghalibaf has arrived in the Swiss capital of Zurich on Saturday (local time) for the first round of technical talks with the US as part of the 14-point memorandum of understanding (M ... read..

MEA slams Pakistan President's remarks, says has "no locus standi to comment on matters that are internal to India"

New Delhi | June 21, 2026 2:27:21 AM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) strongly rejected comments made by Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari regarding alleged threats to Muslim religious sites in India, calling the remark "absurd" while asserting that Zardari has "no locus standi to co ... read..

Vice President Vance expected to join US-Iran talks in Switzerland; Tehran accuses US, Israel of ceasefire violations

Washington | June 20, 2026 11:56:29 PM IST

US Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel to Switzerland on Saturday for negotiations with Iran following the digital signing of the 14-point MoU on Wednesday. ... read..

US-Iran talks to be held tomorrow in Burgenstock, Switzerland: Pakistan Foreign Ministry

Islamabad | June 20, 2026 10:26:36 PM IST

After the halt in negotiations following the digital signing of the MoU, the US and Iran talks will be held in Switzerland on Sunday, in the presence of Islamabad and Qatar, the Pakistan Foreign Ministry stated. ... read..

France shuts down alleged Chinese 'secret police stations' spying on dissidents

Europe | June 20, 2026 10:26:24 PM IST

Paris [France] June 20 (ANI) French authorities have dismantled nine alleged clandestine Chinese 'police stations' operating across the country, in what observers describe as one of Europe's most significant actions against Beijing's suspected overseas su ... read..

Diplomats from various countries continuing efforts to maintain dialogue between Washington and Tehran: Switzerland

Geneva | June 20, 2026 9:56:11 PM IST

The Swiss Foreign Ministry on Saturday stated that the global efforts over the US-Iran peace agreement are ongoing. According to CNN, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said that diplomats "from various countries" are "continuing their efforts to maintain the dia ... read..

Iranian delegation to travel to Switzerland over ceasefire violations: FM Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei

Tehran | June 20, 2026 9:26:49 PM IST

Shortly after Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said that an Iranian delegation will travel to Switzerland, demanding adherence to the terms of the digitally signed MoU with the US. ... read..

UKPNP Chairman raises concerns over human rights situation in PoJK at UNHRC session

Geneva | June 20, 2026 9:26:45 PM IST

United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) Chairman Sardar Shaukat Ali Kashmiri has raised concerns over the political and human rights situation in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), alleging excessive use of force against protesters, restri ... read..

Rome | June 20, 2026 9:26:43 PM IST

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Saturday dismissed the US President Donald Trump's criticisms as "constant, unprovoked attacks" after he alleged that Meloni "begged" for a photo-op and criticised her foreign policy decisions. ... read..

Israel says Lebanon strikes in retaliation for "repeated and ongoing violations of ceasefire" by Hezbollah

Beirut | June 20, 2026 8:26:54 PM IST

The Israeli Defence Forces on Saturday said that the fresh strikes in Lebanon were made in retaliation to Hezbollah's "repeated and ongoing violations of the ceasefire," while maintaining that it remains committed to protecting its civilians and forces. ... read..

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz over Israeli strikes in Lebanon, calling it " enemy's breach of promise"

Tehran | June 20, 2026 7:56:30 PM IST

As the Israeli strikes in Lebanon continue despite the ceasefire agreement between Washington and Tehran, Iran on Saturday announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. ... read..

"She wants to get her numbers up": Trump criticizes Meloni over foreign policy, reiterates photo remark

Washington DC | June 20, 2026 7:27:51 PM IST

Escalating the ongoing diplomatic feud, US President Donald Trump on Saturday reiterated his claim that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni repeatedly sought a photograph with him during the recent G7 summit in France, alleging that "she wants to be fri ... read..

HRFP-TFD event on abductions, forced conversions and forced marriages of minority girls in Pakistan

Faisalabad | June 20, 2026 6:57:12 PM IST

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP), in collaboration with the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy (TFD), organised an event on abductions, forced conversions, and forced marriages of minority girls in Pakistan. ... read..

Vishvas Vidu Sapkal appointed as India's next envoy to Slovakia

New Delhi | June 20, 2026 5:57:07 PM IST

Indian Foreign Service Officer (IFS) Vishvas Vidu Sapkal has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Slovakia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday. ... read..

Pakistan's economic priorities questioned as activists oppose federal budget, rising inequality

Asia | June 20, 2026 5:27:58 PM IST

Islamabad [Pakistan], June 20 (ANI) A broad coalition of political leaders, economists, trade union representatives, academics, and community activists has sharply criticised Pakistan's economic and development policies, warning that growing inequality an ... read..

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