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Mali conflict enters dangerous new phase with banned cluster bombs

France, May 20 -- The weapons were dropped at least twice last week during anti-terror operations in northern Mali, according to local sources, security specialists and a rights group which documented... Read More


Ansar will be 'tech-based humanitarian social force': PM Tarique

Dhaka, May 20 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed the hope that the Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defense Party (VDP) will develop into a "tech-based, humanitarian social force" in the futur... Read More


Stocks to Watch Today (May 20, 2026): BPCL, Reliance, Adani Power, Maruti Suzuki, Hindalco Industries, Apollo Hospitals, JSW Energy, ZEE & More in Focus

India, May 20 -- Stock Market Today (May 20, 2026): Indian equity markets closed lower for another session as weak global sentiment, rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle Eas... Read More


"India, Italy partnership to benefit all of humanity," says PM Modi

New Delhi, May 20 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the results of his visit to Italy, saying they would ensure better commercial opportunities. In a post on X, he said, "A special ... Read More


Modi and Meloni cement a strategic pact, eye €20 billion trade by 2029

India, May 20 -- India and Italy upgraded their relations to a special strategic partnership and pledged to expand two-way trade to €20 billion by 2029 as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his It... Read More


UN cuts global growth forecast to 2.5%, blames Middle East crisis

Sri Lanka, May 20 -- The United Nations on Tuesday cut its forecast for global economic growth, saying the Middle East crisis had reignited inflationary pressures and heightened uncertainty. A U.N. p... Read More


US-Israel-Iran War Latest Update: Tehran in 'Serious Discussions' With South Korea After Hormuz Ship Attack; Xi and Putin Begin Beijing Talks

India, May 20 -- US-Israel-Iran War Latest News: Fresh diplomatic tensions and military warnings have pushed the US-Israel-Iran conflict back into the global spotlight, with Tehran holding "serious di... Read More


Mumbai redevelopment comes with 'plenty of risks' but looks 'very attractive', says Boman Irani of Rustomjee Group

India, May 20 -- Mumbai redevelopment comes with 'plenty of risks', but everybody is jumping on the bandwagon because it looks 'very attractive', with redevelopment opportunities worth nearly Rs.1.30 ... Read More


Mumbai redevelopment comes with 'plenty of risks' but looks 'very attractive', says Boman Irani of Rustomjee Group

India, May 20 -- Mumbai redevelopment comes with 'plenty of risks', but everybody is jumping on the bandwagon because it looks 'very attractive', with redevelopment opportunities worth nearly Rs.1.30 ... Read More


Oil Prices Ease as Trump Signals Quick End to Iran Conflict

Goa, May 20 -- Global oil prices edged lower on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump once again claimed that the ongoing conflict with Iran would end "very quickly," offering some relief to ene... Read More