Masterclass in selective moral outrage: Iran slams EU for condemning strikes against Kuwait
Tehran, June 1 (IANS) Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Monday slammed the European Union (EU) for blaming Tehran for exercising its right to self-defence against “US aggression launched from bases in neighbouring countries”, terming it “hypocritical, reckless and a masterclass in selective moral outrage.” Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei defended Iran’s actions to carry out […]
France ready to support efforts toward US-Iran agreement: Macron
Paris, June 1 (IANS) France is ready to support efforts to reach an agreement between the United States and Iran, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday. A multinational escort mission, co-led by France and Britain, is ready to be deployed “as soon as an agreement is reached” to help secure maritime traffic in the […]
Bangladesh records another dengue death, overall toll reaches six
Dhaka, June 1 (IANS) Another dengue-related death was recorded in Bangladesh on Monday, taking the overall death toll from dengue to six this year so far, local media reported. According to the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), 110 new patients were admitted to hospitals in the last 24 hours and, so far, a total […]
India strengthens people-to-people ties with Romania
Bucharest, June 1 (IANS) India’s Ambassador to Romania on Monday interacted with Romanian and Indian students, discussing ways to strengthen people-to-people ties. “Ambassador Manoj Mohapatra interacted with Romanian and Indian students from KIIT – Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology and KISS – Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences at the Embassy, discussing ways to strengthen people-to-people […]
Israel vows to create military controlled zone around Lebanon’s Litani River
Jerusalem, June 1 (IANS) Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Monday vowed to turn the area of southern Lebanon’s Litani River into a military-controlled zone, and to continue striking Beirut until Hezbollah stops attacks. If there is no peace in northern Israel, “there will be no peace in Beirut,” Katz said in a statement released […]
US Second Lady Usha Vance launches summer reading challenge
Washington, June 1 (IANS) Second Lady of the US, Usha Vance, on Monday launched the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, a nationwide initiative aimed at encouraging children to read during the summer months and helping prevent learning loss when schools are closed. The challenge, which runs through September 4, is open to children in kindergarten through […]
NCP rift: Ajit Pawar’s loyalists corner leadership over nominee choice
Pune, June 1 (IANS) High-voltage drama and chaos unfolded within the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in Pune on Monday over the selection of candidates for the upcoming Pune Local Authorities Constituency Legislative Council election, slated for June 18. June 1 was the last day to file nominations. Despite Vikram Kakade’s name being finalised on Sunday […]
Ahead of 12th Yoga Day, Army conducts wellness sessions in different NE states
Agartala/Itanagar, June 1 (IANS) As part of the build-up to the 12th International Day of Yoga on June 21, the Indian Army, in collaboration with the civil administration, organised a series of yoga sessions across several Northeastern states to promote physical well-being, mental wellness and community participation, officials said on Monday. Defence spokesman Lt Col […]
President Murmu meets Myanmar counterpart, highlights shared Buddhist heritage and centuries-old people-to-people bond
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu held a meeting with her counterpart from Myanmar, U Min Aung Hlaing, at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Monday, expressing India’s steadfast support for Myanmar’s pursuit of peace and reconciliation. Highlighting the shared Buddhist heritage and the centuries-old people-to-people bonds during the meeting, President Murmu […]
Delhi L-G discusses air quality issues with CAQM chief
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu and Chairperson of Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) Rajesh Verma on Monday discussed effective implementation of measures to tackle pollution in Delhi, an official said. The Lok Niwas, in a statement on X, said, “Shri Rajesh Verma, Chairperson of the Commission for Air Quality […]
