Senior Indian bureaucrat Vivek Aggarwal has been elected Vice President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), marking a significant diplomatic and strategic milestone for India.The Ministry of External Affairs described the announcement as a “major win for India,” underlining the country’s growing influence in global efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing.The development
Fragile US‑Iran Truce Tested As Israel‑Hezbollah Fighting Escalates In Lebanon
A fragile truce has been reached between Israel and Hezbollah, but the ceasefire remains tenuous as clashes in southern Lebanon have already undermined US‑Iran peace talks. The situation is volatile, with casualties mounting and diplomatic efforts hanging in the balance.The ceasefire was agreed on 19 June 2026 after heavy fighting in southern Lebanon left 47 Lebanese dead and four Israeli
Hindu Community In Bangladesh Stages Torchlight Protest Over Insult To Lord Ram
The Hindu community in Bangladesh staged a torchlight procession in Dhaka on Friday evening to protest against the alleged disrespect shown to Lord Ram.The demonstration was organised after reports emerged that a violent mob desecrated a statue of Lord Ram by placing a shoe on it, an act considered deeply offensive and insulting to the Hindu faith.Students and community leaders issued a 72‑hour
PM Modi Highlights India’s Heritage And Wellness Through Traditional Gifts To G7 Leaders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his participation in the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France, presented a carefully curated selection of gifts to fellow leaders.These included Nagauri Ashwagandha, Ramban Honey, Lakadong Turmeric, and a Banarasi silk stole. Each gift was chosen to highlight India’s cultural heritage, sustainable farming practices, and centuries-old craftsmanship.Ramban Honey,
India And ASEAN Reaffirm Strong Condemnation Of Terrorism At 13th Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crimes
India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) have jointly issued a strong condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism, during the 13th ASEAN-India Senior Officials Meeting on Transnational Crimes (SOMTC).The meeting was held virtually on 17 June and co-chaired by Vinod Bahade, Joint Secretary (Counter Terrorism) in the Ministry
Afghan Air Force Conducts Overnight Strikes On ISIS Hideouts In Pakistan
The Ministry of Defence of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan has announced that its Air Force carried out overnight airstrikes against ISIS hideouts located inside Pakistan’s Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces.The operation was described as a defensive measure, with Afghan authorities claiming that these sites had been used to plan and coordinate attacks against Afghanistan with the
Deal Done, Trump’s Envoy, Iran’s Minister Head To Switzerland For Next Talks
JD Vance had canceled plans on Thursday to travel to Switzerland for the talks amid rising tension in Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah.
British warship opens fire with main gun
HMS Sutherland has successfully fired her 4.5-inch Mk8 main gun during capability trials at sea, a milestone in the Type 23 frigate’s regeneration.
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5 Killed As Israel Strikes Lebanon Despite Ceasefire With Hezbollah
Israel and Hezbollah agreed to the ceasefire on Friday following an escalation in hostilities in Lebanon, according to a US official.
Bolivia’s Paz declares state of emergency over blockade crisis, paving way to deploy military – Reuters
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