Operation ‘Roaring Lion’ against Iran making ‘great progress’: Israeli PMO spokesperson (IANS interview) Tel Aviv, March 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) David Mencer, the spokesman for the Israeli Prime Minister's Office, has said that Operation 'Roaring Lion' launched by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) and US against Iran is making "great progress" as the conflict entered its sixth day on Friday. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Mencer said that Iranian ballistic missile sites, which were a threat to Israel and other countries in the region, have been destroyed.

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PM Modi got better deal, says Mary Millben on India-US trade talks (IANS interview) Washington, Feb 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) Popular African American singer Mary Millben has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi “came out of this with the better deal” in the recently concluded US–India trade negotiations, arguing that patience and diplomacy gave India the upper hand. In an exclusive interview with IANS in Washington after a performance at the Trump Kennedy Center, Millben said, “It's great that a deal is finally in place.

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IANS welcomes ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Trophy with dhol, dance and desi tadka Noida, Feb 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 trophy arrived at the IANS headquarters on Wednesday as part of its official Trophy Tour, setting off a wave of celebration and excitement ahead of the marquee tournament, scheduled to begin on February 7 across co-hosts India and Sri Lanka. The arrival of the coveted silverware was marked by traditional dhol beats and energetic dance, lending a vibrant desi flavour to the occasion.

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Understanding Pakistan’s illusion of strength (IANS analysis) Islamabad: Pakistan is a state whose economy is fragile and dependent on International Monetary Fund (IMF) funds. It survives on repeated bailouts, emergency loans, and financial lifelines from friendly nations. Saudi Arabia has stepped in more than once to keep Islamabad afloat. China has long been presented as Pakistan’s “all-weather friend” and economic backbone, though many now describe that relationship less as partnership and more as a debt trap.

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New Delhi ‘top priority’ for Europe, EU-India FTA ‘mother of all deals’: Malta envoy (IANS interview) New Delhi, Jan 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Reuben Gauci, the High Commissioner of Malta to India, on Saturday expressed his optimism about the likely signing of EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA), noting that the upcoming visit of European Union (EU) leaders indicates that New Delhi is a "top priority" for the grouping. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council chief Antonio Costa are scheduled to visit India for the Republic Day celebrations and the EU-India Summit.

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2026 Report Highlights Surge in Executive CISO Roles Amid Cybersecurity Evolution The 2026 State of the CISO Benchmark Report unveils a shift towards executive-level titles in cybersecurity leadership, highlighting changing expectations and challenges.

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Ex-Pentagon spokesman raises legal, credibility concerns over Venezuela action (IANS interview) Washington, Jan 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) A former Pentagon press secretary has raised serious questions about the legal basis, messaging, and global implications of the recent US military action in Venezuela, warning that conflicting explanations from the Trump administration risk damaging America’s credibility with allies and partners. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Dave Lapan, a retired US Marine colonel who served as Pentagon press secretary and later as deputy assistant secretary for media relations at the Department of Homeland Security, said key questions about the Venezuela operation remain unanswered days after it was carried out.

Ex-Pentagon spokesman raises legal, credibility concerns over Venezuela action (IANS interview) #ExPentagon #Venezuela #IANS #socialnewsxyz

US action in Venezuela justified but authoritarian regime remains in place: Former Trump advisor (IANS interview) Washington/New Delhi, Jan 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Former US National Security Adviser (NSA) John Bolton has backed the US administration's action of extracting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, calling it "in compliance" with the international law. However, in an exclusive interview with IANS, he stated that the US President Donald Trump has not managed to replace the authoritarian regime so far. Bolton termed Trump's statement that US oil companies will settle in Venezuela a "fantasy" and also warned against annexing Greenland, stressing that using military action would be a "catastrophic mistake for the United States" and the end of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) alliance.

US action in Venezuela justified but authoritarian regime remains in place: Former Trump advisor (IANS interview) #Venezuela #Trump #IANS #socialnewsxyz

Violence and persecution normalised, Bangladesh faces grave democracy crisis (IANS analysis) Dhaka: As Bangladesh gears up for its 13th national election slated in February 2026, Dhaka's political climate is marred with challenges the country has never faced before. Since August 2024, communal violence, mobocracy, ethnic attacks, the rise of Islamist extremism, systemic target of dissident voices and aggressive attempts at historical revisionism have become akin to 'new' Bangladesh. The Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, however, promised this election to be Bangladesh's first 'free and fair' democratic transition after 15 years.

Violence and persecution normalised, Bangladesh faces grave democracy crisis (IANS analysis) #Violence #Bangladesh #IANS #socialnewsxyz

US Congressman Krishnamoorthi centres Senate bid on economy, accountability (IANS interview) Washington, Dec 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi said restoring economic opportunity and holding government accountable is the core of his campaign as he runs for the US Senate. “The most important issue right now is that the American dream -- the ability of people to fulfil their economic potential -- is slipping from the grasp of millions of people,” Krishnamoorthi told IANS in an interview.

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Former B’desh PM Sheikh Hasina thanks PM Modi for support during crisis (IANS exclusive) New Delhi, Dec 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his support and praised the longstanding ties between India and Bangladesh. She also thanked India for providing refuge to her during a time of danger, describing the country as a vital neighbour and partner. Speaking exclusively to IANS on how she assesses Prime Minister Modi’s role in Bangladesh’s current situation, Hasina said, “India is a vital neighbour and partner.

Former B'desh PM Sheikh Hasina thanks PM Modi for support during crisis (IANS exclusive) #BdeshPMSheikhHasina #PMModi #IANS #socialnewsxyz

Working to help India achieve PM Modi’s target of 10 million solar rooftops: Australian envoy (IANS interview) New Delhi, Nov 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Australian High Commissioner Philip Green said on Thursday that Australia’s principal effort in bilateral energy collaboration at the moment is to ensure that India is best placed to develop Prime Minister Modi's ambition of 10 million solar rooftops and experts from Down Under are helping to train the workforce for that. “Australia is a country that has a lot of expertise in these fields.

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India-Australia relations ‘never been better’: Australian envoy lauds PM Modi’s leadership (IANS interview) New Delhi, Nov 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Australian High Commissioner to India, Philip Green, said on Friday, that the ties between India and Australia have "never been better" and lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership for taking the "dramatic steps forward." Terming India and Australia as close friends, the Australian diplomat said that the two nations are now working on a shared vision of Indian Ocean and stable, prosperous and free Indo-Pacific.

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If elections are held again using ballot papers, results will be completely opposite: Robert Vadra on Bihar polls (IANS interview) New Delhi, Nov 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) In an exclusive conversation with IANS, businessman Robert Vadra, husband of Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, raised serious questions about the Bihar Assembly Election 2025 results, alleging irregularities and a collapse of public trust. Vadra said that if Bihar goes for re-polling using ballot papers, the outcome would be “completely opposite.” He also spoke on criticism of Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, allegations of dynastic politics in the Congress, the reported discord in Lalu Prasad Yadav’s family, and frequent attacks by the BJP on his own image.

If elections are held again using ballot papers, results will be completely opposite: Robert Vadra on Bihar polls (IANS interview) #RobertVadra #Bihar #IANS #socialnewsxyz

IANS and Artico Reveal Trends in CISO Compensation Amid Economic Shifts Discover the latest CISO Compensation Benchmark report revealing a 6.7% salary rise and shifting trends in security leadership amid economic challenges.

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Owaisi censures Tejashwi Yadav for ‘thinking’ people with beards, topis are extremists (IANS interview) New Delhi, Nov 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) Chief Asaduddin Owaisi hit out at RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, saying his remark calling him an extremist reflects his “mentality” and “hatred”. Speaking to IANS, Owaisi said that Tejashwi should understand that making such statements, after remaining Deputy Chief Minister for four years and now dreaming of becoming Bihar’s Chief Minister, reveals his mentality.

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India is on the move: Ex-Danish envoy praises PM Modi’s leadership; calls US tariffs a ‘wake-up call’ for the world (IANS interview) New Delhi, Oct 11 (SocialNews.XYZ) Freddy Svane, former Denmark Ambassador to India and a keen observer of India's evolving global role, on Saturday, shared his insights on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, global tariff politics, and the country's economic growth. In an interview with IANS, Svane reflected on his diplomatic experiences and expressed strong confidence in India's vision of 'Viksit Bharat', its digital transformation, and its potential to emerge as a global hub for green technology and investment.

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‘Don’t know who started slogan of dividing nation’: Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on ‘I Love Muhammad’ row (IANS exclusive) New Delhi, Oct 6 (SocialNews.XYZ) Reacting to the ongoing controversy surrounding the "I Love Muhammad" slogan, Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said in an exclusive interview with IANS that India does not discriminate on the basis of religion or caste and that the country stands united under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He emphasised that both minority and majority communities are protected equally under the Constitution.

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‘Don’t fight even against terror’, Pitroda highlights ‘common gene pool’ in IANS interview New Delhi, Sep 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Pakistani leaders have characterised India’s present approach, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as markedly less accommodating than Congress-era diplomacy. Indian Overseas Congress chief Sam Pitroda’s widely quoted “felt at home in Pakistan" from an interview to IANS reflects how the Grand Old Party of India tried to make Islamabad comfortable even when it posed grave threats to security.

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Mongolian envoy lauds PM Modi’s leadership, hails India’s growing stature in world (IANS interview) New Delhi, Sep 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Mongolia's Ambassador to India, Ganbold Dambajav on Thursday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, highlighting that over 37 initiatives - including highly successful 'Make In India' and 'Digital India' - have been implemented since 2014. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Dambajav called PM Modi "one of the most popular politicians in the world" citing his numerous achievements, including taking India towards becoming the third largest economy in the world in the near future.

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India, Japan are natural partners and sky is not the limit: Ambassador George on Tokyo-New Delhi ties (IANS exclusive) New Delhi, Aug 20 (SocialNews.XYZ) In an exclusive interview with IANS, Ambassador of India to Japan, Sibi George, reflected on the deepening India-Japan ties, the evolving global order, and how Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s diplomacy has shaped India’s global positioning. Emphasising the civilisational ties between India and Japan, the Ambassador called the bilateral relationship a “quantum leap” in recent years and said "sky is not even the limit" for the two nations' partnership.

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Kiren Rijiju flays Cong for questioning India’s global outreach success after Pahalgam, cites IANS interview New Delhi, Aug 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Sunday shared excerpts of Congress veteran Mani Shankar Aiyar’s interview with IANS to take potshots at the grand old party over its ‘irresponsible’ posturing on matters of national security. Pahalgam terror attack followed by Operation Sindoor and India’s extensive diplomatic outreach to more than 33 nations has found the government and Opposition at loggerheads, with former calling India’s firm response to Pakistan a new normal while the latter pointing fingers at the Centre not just over security lapse but also outreach programme, claiming that no nation rallied behind India in denouncing Pakistan.

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