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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Mongolia for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing the India-Mongolia partnership.

A major explosion at Qatar’s Ras Laffan industrial area injured 54 people and left 18 missing, prompting rescue efforts and an investigation.

The Strait of Hormuz has emerged as a key focus of debate following the Trump-Iran agreement, with concerns over energy security and maritime influence.

The US has approved two defence support packages worth $428.2 million for India, covering M777 howitzers and Apache helicopters.

US and Iranian negotiators continued talks in Switzerland, with officials reporting progress on nuclear issues, regional security and maritime stability.

The postponement of the India-Africa Forum Summit has highlighted India’s growing role in Africa’s healthcare sector, including efforts to develop an Ebola vaccine.

US Vice President JD Vance departed for Switzerland, expressing optimism that talks with Iran could advance discussions on Tehran’s nuclear programme and Lebanon.

International Yoga Day 2026 celebrations drew participants across the US, Canada, Brazil and Denmark, highlighting yoga’s growing global appeal.

Iran ordered another closure of the Strait of Hormuz, alleging that the US and Israel failed to comply with commitments under a recently signed agreement.

President Trump said he expects the US and Iran to reach a final agreement within 60 days despite delays in scheduled negotiations.