Bangladesh Mecca Pact: Dhaka Says No Risk in Joining

Bangladesh has said it would positively consider joining the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement if formally invited, while maintaining that such a move would not restrict its engagement with other partners. The position was reiterated by State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir after discussions with Saudi officials.

Sadbhavana Diwas 2026: Why August 20 Remembers Rajiv Gandhi

NEW DELHI, India — Sadbhavana Diwas 2026 will be observed across India on August 20 to mark the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and reaffirm the values of national integration, communal harmony, peace and goodwill. The observance, also known as Harmony Day, encourages citizens to promote emotional unity and resolve differences through dialogue and constitutional means rather than violence.

India Condemns Attack on Indian-Flagged Vessel in Red Sea; All 14 Crew Members Rescued Safely

India has strongly condemned the attack on the Indian-flagged commercial vessel MSV Faize Noore Oliya after it was struck by a projectile in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen, leading to the vessel’s sinking. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed that all 14 crew members on board, including 13 Indian nationals, were rescued safely by the Yemeni Coast Guard.

DLF Q1 Results: Net Profit Rises to ₹794 Crore, Operating Cash Flow Crosses ₹1,317 Crore

DLF Q1 Results:Real estate developer DLF Ltd. reported a consolidated net profit of ₹794 crore for the first quarter of FY27, while maintaining strong cash generation despite delays in planned project launches. The company also reported an operating cash flow of ₹1,317 crore during the June quarter, taking its net cash position to ₹15,200 crore as of June-end.