Tehran, July 19 (IANS) Iran has ceased the fulfillment of its obligations under the peace memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United States as Washington has violated its commitments under the deal, Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi said. In an interview with state-run IRIB TV, Gharibabadi said the United States has effectively violated or suspended “all its commitments” under the MoU, stressing that Iran is now focused on defending itse…
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Washington, July 15 (IANS) The United States carried out a seven-hour wave of strikes against dozens of Iranian military targets near the Strait of Hormuz and along Iran’s coast hours after resuming a naval blockade of vessels travelling to and from Iranian ports, the US Central Command said. CENTCOM said the operation ended at 10 p.m. ET. US fighter aircraft, drones and naval vessels fired precision munitions at Iranian missile and drone sites, naval capabilities and coastal defence systems.T…
New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Energy security was an important part of conversations during External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar’s recent visit to Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday. Addressing a weekly media briefing in New Delhi on Tuesday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that EAM Jaishankar discussed issues of interest, including trade, energy, and investment, with counterparts from Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.When asked whet…
New Delhi, July 13 (IANS) India’s merchandise exports increased by 15.5 per cent (year-on-year) to $40.41 billion in June this year, compared with the corresponding figure of $34.98 billion in the same month last year, according to data released by the Commerce Ministry on Monday.However, the surge in imports driven by higher global crude oil and precious metal prices outpaced export growth, which led to a widening of the merchandise trade deficit to $30.43 billion in June.Imports rose at a fa…
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Pakistan’s chaotic governance, policy inconsistency and political instability continue to deter foreign investment despite repeated overseas investment pitches by the country’s leadership, according to a report.A report published in Dawn highlighted that investor confidence depends far more on improving governance and creating a stable business environment than on high-profile appearances at international forums.”Chaotic governance and inconsistent policies have been a m…
Coimbatore, July 6 (IANS) Coconut exports from Pollachi, Tamil Nadu’s largest coconut-producing region, are showing signs of recovery as geopolitical tensions in West Asia ease and demand from Gulf countries begins to return, offering much-needed relief to growers and exporters after months of disruption. Fresh export enquiries from key Gulf markets have started reviving overseas trade, which had come to an almost complete standstill during the conflict in West Asia.Pollachi, which sends a maj…
New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The government on Saturday said it has increased the procurement price of onions by 13 per cent to Rs 2,125 per quintal from Rs 1,875 per quintal, effective from today, thus ensuring better returns for onion farmers and strengthening buffer procurement.The Consumer Affairs Ministry said that procurement of onions through NAFED and NCCF for the government’s Price Stabilisation Buffer is in progress.The revised procurement price will ensure better returns for onion farmers…
Mumbai, June 30 (IANS) Actor Arshad Warsi has recalled how he accidentally went live on social media without even realizing it. Speaking exclusively to IANS, he said that he is not good with technology at all. Warsi also recalled how, once, he accidentally went live while his phone was in his pocket. When asked about being “technologically challenged,” the ‘Munna Bhai MBBS’ actor admitted that he is not very comfortable with technology and often struggles to keep up with it.The actor was…
Shimla, June 27 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi on Saturday flagged off the first export consignment of 400 kg of cherries and 400 kg of plums to Oman from Chandigarh via air cargo. The fruits were produced by six progressive farmers from the Jadol-Tikkar and Bagi areas of Shimla district. This marks a historic and proud moment for the state’s horticulture sector.On the occasion, the minister said the Middle East and Gulf countries are emerging as large and promisi…
Washington, June 25 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday said Gulf Arab states would be kept closely involved at every stage of Washington’s negotiations with Iran, saying the United States would not make commitments affecting regional security without consulting its partners. Speaking after a ministerial meeting between the United States and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) in Bahrain, Rubio said Gulf leaders had made it clear they wanted regular consultations as negotiations …