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Kremlin critics denounce Putin's victory amid allegations of rigging
Moscow | March 21, 2024 2:26:58 PM IST
As the dust settles from Russia's recent presidential election, allegations of widespread vote rigging have ignited a storm of criticism against President Vladimir Putin's victory, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


UAE: TRENDS study foresees women's role in shaping future of AI
Middle East | March 21, 2024 2:26:44 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 21 (ANI/WAM): TRENDS Research and Advisory has released a new study in English, entitled "Pioneering Future: The Integral Role of Women in Shaping AI." ... read..


Israel PM Netanyahu updates Israelis on dispute with Biden on possible Rafah operation
Middle East | March 21, 2024 2:26:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 21 (ANI/TPS): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu updated the Israeli public on Wednesday about his recent conversation with US President Joe Biden, specifically his response to Biden's objections to the Israeli military ente ... read..


Russia discusses visa-free travel agreements with Asian, African, Middle Eastern countries
Moscow | March 21, 2024 2:26:33 PM IST
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced that they are negotiating visa-free travel agreements with some countries in Asia, Africa and the Middle East, as reported by TASS. ... read..


Pakistan seeks 24th bailout package from IMF as country faces prolonged financial crisis
Islamabad | March 21, 2024 1:27:06 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund confirmed that Pakistan was seeking a 24th medium-term bailout package for a permanent push towards longstanding structural reforms, reported Dawn. ... read..


Parliamentary delegation led by Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman Harivansh to attend 148th Assembly of IPU in Geneva
New Delhi | March 21, 2024 1:26:59 PM IST
A Parliamentary delegation led by Harivansh, Deputy Chairman, of Rajya Sabha, will leave for Geneva, Switzerland, from March 23-27 to attend the 148th Assembly of Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) ... read..


TCHRD releases annual report of human rights situation in Tibet 2023
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | March 21, 2024 1:26:55 PM IST
A Dharamshala-based exile Tibetan NGO, the Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy, released its annual report on the human rights situation in Tibet 2023. ... read..


USAID launches Women's Health and Livelihood Alliance; aims to empower women in underserved communities
Washington, DC | March 21, 2024 1:26:53 PM IST
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Samhita's Collective Good Foundation have launched the Women's Health and Livelihood Alliance (WOHLA), to empower women in underserved communities across India by addressing the intersecti ... read..


Russia launches missile attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv
Kyiv | March 21, 2024 12:27:45 PM IST
Russia launched the biggest assault on the Ukrainian capital in weeks by streaking a missile attack on Kyiv early Thursday, injuring at least eight people and damaging several residential buildings and industrial facilities, reported The New York Post, ci ... read..


Trump faces panic as deadline looms for half-billion-dollar bond in fraud case: Report
New York | March 21, 2024 12:27:22 PM IST
Former President Donald Trump finds himself in a state of heightened concern as the looming deadline approaches to secure a substantial bond to appeal his civil fraud case in New York, CNN reported. ... read..


US confident in passage of Ukraine aid despite Congressional delays
Kyiv | March 21, 2024 11:26:50 AM IST
During his inaugural visit to Kyiv since accompanying US President Joe Biden over a year ago, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan expressed unwavering confidence in the eventual passage of additional military aid for Ukraine, despite prolonged bloc ... read..


US State Secretary Blinken begins Middle East tour, marks his first stop in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah | March 21, 2024 11:26:39 AM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken who began his Middle East tour arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, marking his first stop on this trip to discuss efforts to reach an "immediate ceasefire agreement" between Israel and Hamas, The New York Times reported ... read..


US strongly opposes China's claim over Arunachal Pradesh
Washington, DC | March 21, 2024 10:27:10 AM IST
The United States recognises Arunachal Pradesh as Indian territory and "strongly opposes" any unilateral attempts to advance territorial claims by China across the Line of actual Control, State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said. ... read..


Israeli Supreme Court halts return of Palestinian patients to Gaza following doctors' appeal
Tel Aviv | March 21, 2024 9:26:04 AM IST
The Israeli Supreme Court has intervened to temporarily halt a government initiative aimed at transferring a group of Palestinian patients currently receiving medical treatment in hospitals in East Jerusalem and Tel Aviv back to Gaza, CNN reported. ... read..


Taiwan tracks 32 Chinese military aircraft, 5 naval ships around nation
Taipei | March 21, 2024 9:26:02 AM IST
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) monitored 32 Chinese military aircraft and five People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels from 6 a.m. on Wednesday (March 20) to the same time on Thursday (March 21). ... read..


Sudan facing one of the worst humanitarian disasters in recent memory: UN
Khartoum | March 21, 2024 8:26:57 AM IST
The United Nations has warned that Sudan is suffering from one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent history after nearly a year of war, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


"Shehbaz Sharif govt won't last more than five months," claims Imran Khan
Islamabad | March 21, 2024 7:26:34 AM IST
Incarcerated former Pakistan premier Imran Khan claimed on Wednesday that the incumbent Shehbaz Sharif government would not last more than four to five months, The News International reported. ... read..


UK: Rishi Sunak's ambitious Rwanda bill delayed again after parliamentary defeats
London | March 21, 2024 7:26:32 AM IST
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's much anticipated Rwanda plan suffered another blow after the UK House of Lords on Wednesday voted to reinsert amendments for the plan, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Israel calls for unified global front to combat surging antisemitism
Middle East | March 21, 2024 7:26:19 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 21 (ANI/TPS): In a letter sent to Jewish communities around the world on Wednesday, Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz called for a "unified global advocacy front" to combat a steep rise in international antisemitism amid Israel ... read..


US expresses concerns over "electoral abuse and violence" in lead-up to Pakistan polls; rubbishes Imran Khan's cipher allegation
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | March 21, 2024 5:27:04 AM IST
A senior United States Department of State official has raised concerns over "electoral abuse and violence" in the lead-up to Pakistan's general election last month. ... read..


India issues advisory for nationals visiting Hong Kong urging for Pre-Arrival Registration
Asia | March 21, 2024 5:26:59 AM IST
The Consulate General of India in Hong Kong has issued an advisory for Indian nationals planning to visit the special administrative region for a period of less than 14 days. ... read..


US sanctions three Iran weapons procurement networks
Washington | March 21, 2024 5:26:57 AM IST
The United States on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on three procurement networks that are supporting Iran's ballistic missile, nuclear and defense programmes, the Treasury Department said in a statement. ... read..


"It's serious issue...working with India to hold accountable those responsible": US diplomat Donald Lu on Pannun case
By Reena Bharadwaj

Washington DC | March 21, 2024 4:26:42 AM IST
Top US diplomat, Donald Lu, has termed the case of the alleged assassination attempt against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun a "serious issue" between the two countries and said that Washington is working with New Delhi to hold accountable th ... read..


Indonesia's Prabowo Subianto wins presidential election, confirms Election Commission
Jakarta | March 21, 2024 4:26:39 AM IST
Prabowo Subianto has been elected as the President of Indonesia, after a decisive win against two rivals who have vowed to file a legal complaint about the voting. ... read..


US: Fed keeps interest rates unchanged, projects three cuts in 2024
Washington DC | March 21, 2024 3:27:01 AM IST
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged on Wednesday and forecasted that borrowing costs will come down somewhat by the end of the year as inflation eases, the New York Times reported. ... read..


"India not only fulfilling aspirations of its people but also providing hope to world": PM Modi
New Delhi | March 21, 2024 2:26:59 AM IST
Highlighting India's strong commitment to democracy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that India is not only fulfilling the aspirations of its 1.4 billion people but is also providing hope to the world that democracy delivers and empowers. ... read..


Nepal's only billionaire Binod Chaudhary under CIB radar in land embezzlement case
Kathmandu | March 20, 2024 11:57:14 PM IST
Nepal's only billionaire, Binod Chaudhary is under the radar of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and is being probed in a government land-grab case. ... read..


PM Modi's state visit to Bhutan pushed back due to 'inclement weather', new dates being worked out: MEA
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 11:56:52 PM IST
The two-day state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bhutan has been pushed back and new dates are being worked out through diplomatic channels on both sides, the Ministry of External Affairs informed on Wednesday. ... read..


Port of Eilat workers face layoffs amid Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping assets
Middle East | March 20, 2024 11:56:39 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 20 (ANI/TPS): With the Port of Eilat taking a financial hit from Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping, workers are protesting management plans to lay off half of the employees. ... read..


Dubai to host 40 international teams in MINA Cup next April
Middle East | March 20, 2024 11:56:36 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 20 (ANI/WAM): The Mina Cup is back for its 3rd year and has grown in age groups and the number of teams competing with a record number of countries taking part. ... read..


UAE: RAK authorities successfully intercept two drug smuggling operations
Middle East | March 20, 2024 11:56:31 PM IST
Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], March 20 (ANI/WAM): The Ras Al Khaimah Customs Department intercepted two attempts to smuggle nearly 11 kilogrammes of drugs over the past week. ... read..


Zelenskyy appreciates India's support for Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity amid war with Russia
Kyiv | March 20, 2024 10:57:09 PM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday expressed gratitude for India's support for Kyiv's sovereignty and territorial integrity amid its war against Russia, adding that India's participation at the peace formula meetings is very important fo ... read..


Ireland's Indian-origin Prime Minister Leo Varadkar announces resignation
Dublin | March 20, 2024 10:57:02 PM IST
Leo Varadkar, the Indian-origin prime minister of Ireland, has announced his resignation as the head of the ruling Fine Gael party, according to Al Jazeera on Wednesday. ... read..


MoS Lekhi, envoys of Thailand, Sri Lanka, Panama offer prayers to sacred Buddha relics in Delhi
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 10:56:59 PM IST
Union Minister of State Meenakashi Lekhi along with envoys of Thailand, Sri Lanka, Panama, and other nations offered prayers to sacred Buddha relics in New Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..


China: 14 killed, 37 injured as bus hits tunnel wall in Shanxi province
Beijing | March 20, 2024 9:57:28 PM IST
At least 14 people were killed after a large bus hit a tunnel wall in North China's Shanxi Province, Global Times reported citing Shanxi highway traffic police on Wednesday. ... read..


Russia, Ukraine see PM Modi role as peacemaker say sources, invite him to visit the countries
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 9:57:30 PM IST
The separate telephonic conversations that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy is being seen as a fresh affirmation of how PM Modi is being seen as a peacemaker between t ... read..


Russia, Ukraine see PM Modi role as peacemaker, invite him to visit countries after polls
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 9:57:14 PM IST
The separate telephonic conversations that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy is being seen as a fresh affirmation of how PM Modi is being seen as a peacemaker between t ... read..


China blasts critics of Hong Kong's new national security law
Beijing | March 20, 2024 9:57:01 PM IST
China has retaliated against foreign critics of Hong Kong's national security law, accusing many nations of "slandering and smearing," according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


PM Modi's state visit to Bhutan pushed back, new dates being worked out by both sides: MEA
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 9:56:59 PM IST
The two-day state visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bhutan has been pushed back and new dates are being worked out through diplomatic channels on both sides, the Ministry of External Affairs informed on Wednesday evening. ... read..


Russia to deliver last two squadrons of S-400 air defence missiles by 2026
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | March 20, 2024 8:58:13 PM IST
Amid delays due to its ongoing military conflict with Ukraine, Russia has informed India that it would be able to supply the remaining two squadrons of the S-400 long-range air defence missile system by August 2026. ... read..


PM Modi talks with Zelenskyy over telephone, conveys India's support for efforts towards early end to Russia-Ukraine conflict
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 8:58:11 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation on Wednesday with Ukarine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in which he reiterated India's people-centric approach and called for dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward in the Russia-Ukraine conflic ... read..


"Very excited...big fan of Modi ji": Locals in Bhutan thrilled as PM Modi set to visit Himalayan nation tomorrow
Thimphu | March 20, 2024 8:58:09 PM IST
As Bhutan gears up to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the people of the Himalayan nation are equally eager to accord a warm welcome to him, saying they are excited to host him. ... read..


"India made commendable strides in advancing inclusion of disabled people": Rajasthan-based NGO at UN
Asia | March 20, 2024 8:58:04 PM IST
New York [US], March 20 (ANI); The Rajasthan Samgrah Kalyan Sansthan (RSKS), an NGO, intervened at the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and said that India has made commendable progress in advancing the inclusion of disabled ... read..


PoK: Child kidnapping gets backed by corrupt officers in Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit-Baltistan | March 20, 2024 8:57:58 PM IST
The negligence of the administration of Gilgit-Baltistan over the kidnapping case of an 11-year-old girl Falak Noor has given rise to aggression amongst the locals of Sultanabad. ... read..


Exercise 'Tiger Triumph 2024': Harbour phase of tri-service drills between India-US enter Day 3
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 20, 2024 7:57:22 PM IST
Exercise 'Tiger Triumph 2024', a bilateral, tri-service exercise between India and the US, entered day 3 of its Harbour phase on Wednesday. ... read..


UAE Embassy in India signs MoU with OP Jindal Global University to build elite padel tennis courts
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 7:57:08 PM IST
The UAE Embassy in India on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the OP Jindal Global University to construct four state-of-the-art padel tennis courts on the university's campus, the UAE Embassy in India said in a press release. ... read..


Pakistan: Multiple blasts, gunfire reported at Gwadar Port Authority complex
Gwadar | March 20, 2024 7:57:01 PM IST
Multiple blasts occurred after armed assailants forcibly entered Pakistan's Gwadar Port Authority Complex, Dawn reported, citing Makran Commissioner Saeed Ahmed Umrani. ... read..


Bulgarian President rings up Droupadi Murmu, expresses gratitude for naval rescue of hijacked vessel
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 7:56:58 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday received a phone call from her Bulgarian counterpart, Rumen Radev, during which the latter expressed his gratitude for the successful rescue operation of hijacked Bulgarian vessel MV Ruen by the Indian Navy. ... read..


Vietnam President Vo Van Thoung resigns amid anti-corruption campaign
Hanoi | March 20, 2024 7:56:51 PM IST
Vietnam President Vo Van Thoung resigned on Wednesday amid an anti-corruption campaign from last year and raised concerns over the political stability of the nation, The New York Times reported citing state media. ... read..


PM Modi stresses dialogue, diplomacy for Ukraine crisis resolution with Putin
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 6:57:29 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday and reiterated India's stand on dialogue and diplomacy as a way for the resolution of the ongoing war against Ukraine, said an official release. ... read..


"We agreed to work together to further deepen...": PM Modi dials Russian President Putin, reaffirms bilateral ties
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 5:57:14 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday rang up Russian President Vladimir Putin, congratulating him again on his re-election to the top office. ... read..


Soumendu Bagchi, Abhilasha Joshi appointed India's next envoys to Iraq, Chile respectively
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 5:56:44 PM IST
Soumendu Bagchi has been appointed as India's next ambassador to Iraq, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday. ... read..


In Bhutan, posters put up to welcome PM Modi
Thimphu | March 20, 2024 3:57:50 PM IST
Bhutan is all decked up to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of his state visit, which is scheduled to begin tomorrow. ... read..


Great sense of pride in nation about itself, says EAM Jaishankar on foreign policy becoming a vote-determining issue
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 3:57:37 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that there is a greater sense of pride in the nation now and that over the last five years he has seen foreign policy becoming a vote-determining issue. ... read..


Israel working on national food security plan for first time
Middle East | March 20, 2024 3:57:33 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 20 (ANI/TPS): For the first time in its history, Israel is working to ensure food security in the country. As such, Israel's Ministry of Agriculture said that it is "changing its face and focusing its mission" in a new way and, in ... read..


More Sri Lankan workers coming to Israel
Middle East | March 20, 2024 3:57:24 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 20 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of the Interior, Moshe Arbel, met Tuesday morning in Jerusalem with the Sri Lankan Minister of Labor, Manusha Nanayakkara, to examine the tightening of relations between the two governments in regar ... read..


North Korea successfully conducts ground-jet test for new hypersonic missile
Seoul | March 20, 2024 3:57:20 PM IST
North Korea has successfully conducted a ground-jet test of a solid-fuel engine for a new type of intermediate hypersonic missile amid heightened tensions on the Korean peninsula, according to Yonhap News Agency. ... read..


Despite war, Israel ranks 5th in world happiness report
Middle East | March 20, 2024 3:57:12 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 20 (ANI/TPS): Despite five months of war with Hamas, Israel ranked fifth in the 2024 World Happiness Report, which was released on Wednesday. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar terms upcoming Lok Sabha polls as "Largest electoral logistics exercise on planet"
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 2:57:51 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said the upcoming 18th edition of India's national elections is the largest electoral logistics exercise that the planet has ever witnessed ... read..


Pakistan, IMF reach staff-level agreement on final review of USD 3 billion bailout
Islamabad | March 20, 2024 1:56:59 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan on Wednesday, on the final review of a USD 3 billion bailout, paving the way for the nation to receive the last tranche of USD 1.1 billion after approval from the Fund's E ... read..


Ruchira Kamboj says India moving towards Viksit Bharat by 2047 has laser focus on women-led development
New York | March 20, 2024 11:58:16 AM IST
India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, highlighted the country's focus on women-led development, through which the country is championing gender equality globally and moving towards Viksit Bharat by 2047. ... read..


Balochistan university staff protests in Quetta, demands overdue salaries
Balochistan | March 20, 2024 9:57:58 AM IST
The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the University of Balochistan organised a protest in Quetta, demanding three months of overdue salaries and the 35 per cent salary increase as promised in the previous year's education budget for teachers at research ce ... read..


Taiwan's Defence Ministry tracks 15 Chinese military aircraft, 10 naval vessels around nation
Taipei | March 20, 2024 9:57:47 AM IST
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defense (MND) has reportedly tracked 15 Chinese military aircraft and 10 naval vessels across Taiwan, between 6 am on Tuesday (March 19) and 6 am on Wednesday (March 20), Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Donald Trump wins Republican presidential primary in Illinois
Illinois | March 20, 2024 8:56:06 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump has won the Republican primary in Illinois, reported The Hill, citing Decision Desk HQ. ... read..


China: Evergrande accused of inflating revenues by USD 78 billion
Beijing | March 20, 2024 7:57:03 AM IST
Chinese regulators have accused Evergrande and its founder of inflating revenues by USD 78 billion, putting the insolvent property developer at the heart of the country's biggest-ever financial fraud case, CNN reported. ... read..


Israel: PMO suspends government spokesperson Eylon Levy
Tel Aviv | March 20, 2024 7:56:53 AM IST
Israeli government spokesperson, Eylon Levy was suspended by the Prime Minister's Office on Tuesday, the Jerusalem Post reported. ... read..


Indian Navy's daring operation showcases its world-class defence capabilities: Experts
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 7:56:49 AM IST
The massive operation carried out by the Indian Navy to rescue a commercial ship from pirates off Somalia's coast last weekend shows how New Delhi's military has developed special forces capabilities on par with some of the world's best, CNN reported, cit ... read..


Thailand envoy thanks Indian government for exposition of sacred relics of Lord Buddha
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 5:56:29 AM IST
Thailand Ambassador to India, Pattarat Hongtong, has thanked the Indian government for the exposition of sacred relics of Lord Buddha in Thailand, and said that this would attract more Thai people to visit India and reconnect with their roots. ... read..


US: SC allows Texas immigration law allowing arrest of migrants; White House calls it "harmful and unconstitutional"
Texas | March 20, 2024 4:55:57 AM IST
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday, allowed the state of Texas to immediately begin enforcing an immigration law, deemed controversial by many, that allows state officials to arrest and detain people they suspect of entering the country illegally, CNN report ... read..


"Our close association gives me fullest confidence...": Jaishankar welcomes Taranjit Singh Sandhu in BJP
New Delhi | March 20, 2024 4:55:50 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar welcomed former Indian envoy to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, who joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday. ... read..


"Made clear to Biden that Rafah ground operation crucial to destroy Hamas": Benjamin Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | March 20, 2024 3:56:14 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) will go ahead with the ground operation in Rafah, despite global concerns, and he has told US President Joe Biden about the same, the Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Former Trump aide Peter Navarro becomes first to report to prison in Jan 6 case
Florida | March 20, 2024 2:55:26 AM IST
Former White House advisor to Donald Trump, Peter Navarro, reported to a federal prison in Miami on Tuesday afternoon to serve a four-month sentence for refusing to comply with a congressional conviction, The Hill reported. ... read..


"Putin won't stop if he is successful in Ukraine", says Lloyd Austin
Berlin | March 20, 2024 2:55:24 AM IST
Reaffirming US support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin warned that if Vladimir Putin is successful here, he will not stop there. ... read..


South Korean Consul General pays courtesy visit to Gujarat CM
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 19, 2024 11:57:04 PM IST
South Korean Consul General Kim Young-og paid a courtesy visit to Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in Gandhinagar on Tuesday. ... read..


Israeli military continues to fight against Hamas terrorists based in Shifa Hospital
Middle East | March 19, 2024 11:57:01 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 19 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) reported that Monday evening its forces continued to operate in the Shifa Hospital in Gaza City to "counter terrorism in a targeted manner." ... read..


World Uyghur Congress demands Australia recognise China's atrocities in Xinjiang
Munich | March 19, 2024 11:56:45 PM IST
Germany-based Uyghur rights organisation, the World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has demanded that Australia recognise China's atrocities against the Uyghur community in Xinjiang. ... read..


PM Modi to visit Bhutan from March 21-22
New Delhi | March 19, 2024 11:56:43 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will pay a state visit to Bhutan from March 21-22 to further enhance the India-Bhutan bilateral ties, Ministry of External Affairs said in an official statement. ... read..


Pakistan: People seek relief from new Punjab govt amid record high inflation
Lahore | March 19, 2024 11:56:40 PM IST
The people of Pakistan's Lahore are now demanding economic relief from the newly formed government of Maryam Nawaz Sharif after suffering from skyrocketing inflation. And additional expenses during the festive season of Ramzan are increasing the strain on ... read..


Himalayan nation adorned with 'Long live Bhutan-India friendship' posters ahead of PM Modi's visit
Thimphu | March 19, 2024 11:56:33 PM IST
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to pay a two-day state visit to Bhutan this week, the Himalayan nation is decked up with posters of PM Modi with slogans 'Long live Bhutan-India friendship'. ... read..


South Korea's Air Force Chief visits Gwalior, interacts with IAF air warriors
Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh) | March 19, 2024 11:56:30 PM IST
The South Korean Air Force's Chief of Staff, General Lee Youngsu on Tuesday visited the Air Force Station and the Tactics and Air Combat Development Establishment (TACDE) in Gwalior. ... read..


"Underscore vital defence partnership": US envoy Garcetti as India-US joint exercise kicks off
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 19, 2024 10:56:32 PM IST
US envoy to India, Eric Garcetti on Tuesday congratulated the India and US navies for the 'stellar kick-off' of the India-US joint exercise 'Tiger Triumph 2024' and said such exercises underscore the significant US-India Defence partnership. ... read..


Pakistan ranks second among most polluted nations
Islamabad | March 19, 2024 10:56:22 PM IST
Pakistan was ranked as the second-most polluted nation, reflecting a concerning trend in the region where pollution levels have been on the rise, according to data from IQAir, a Swiss air quality technology company. ... read..


Netanyahu tells American Jewish delegation its fight is for civilization itself
Middle East | March 19, 2024 10:56:07 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 19 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday at his office in Jerusalem met with an AIPAC (America Israel Public Affairs Committee) leadership delegation led by its President Michael Tuchin. ... read..


200 tonnes of aid reach Gaza by sea, five water pumping facilities refuelled
Middle East | March 19, 2024 10:56:01 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 19 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) reported on the new sea route for bringing aid into Gaza and that on Monday March 18, ... read..


Responding to terror rocket launches Israeli military attacks Hezbollah bases in Lebanon
Middle East | March 19, 2024 10:55:59 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 19 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that earlier on Monday one of its aircraft detected terrorists entering a military structure belonging to the Hezbollah terrorist organization in the area of Meiss El Jabal in ... read..


Buddhist community in Thailand expresses gratitude to PM Modi for sacred relics of Lord Buddha
Bangkok | March 19, 2024 10:55:55 PM IST
The Thai-Indian community heaped praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for strengthening the deeply rooted religious and cultural linkages between the two countries with gestures like sending sacred relics of Lord Buddha to Thailand, an offici ... read..


Nepal asks China to convert Pokhara airport loan into grant to ease financial burden
Kathmandu | March 19, 2024 9:56:30 PM IST
Nepal's Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal announced on Tuesday that diplomatic efforts have been initiated with China to convert a loan for Pokhara International Airport to a grant as it failed to garner income, instead piled up more debt. ... read..


Islamabad accountability court acquits Nawaz Sharif's sons in Panama Papers case
Islamabad | March 19, 2024 8:56:51 PM IST
The Islamabad Accountability Court on Tuesday acquitted former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's sons, Hussain Nawaz and Hassan Nawaz, in three corruption references related to the Panama Papers, Dawn reported. ... read..


"People of PoK are very deprived": UKPNP spokesperson criticises Pakistan
Geneva | March 19, 2024 7:56:18 PM IST
Sardar Nasir Aziz Khan, the central spokesperson for the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP), highlighted the issues and adversities faced by the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (Pok) adding that they were deprived of jobs and industries. ... read..


Islamabad Court acquits Imran Khan in 2 cases related to vandalism during his anti-govt march
Islamabad | March 19, 2024 7:56:09 PM IST
In a relief to former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan, a judicial magistrate in Islamabad on Tuesday acquitted him in two long march vandalism cases, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Gambia parliament votes to reverse its landmark ban on Female Genital Mutilation
Banjul | March 19, 2024 6:57:02 PM IST
The Gambian parliament on Monday voted to lift a ban on female circumcision or Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), which involves the partial or complete removal of the external female genitalia or other injury to the female genital organs for non-medical re ... read..


Hong Kong legislature passes tough new national security law, expands govt power to crush dissent
Asia | March 19, 2024 6:56:44 PM IST
Further aligning it with mainland China, Hong Kong's legislature unanimously passed a new national law on Tuesday that expands government power to crush dissent, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Biden to host trilateral summit with Japan, Philippines on April 11
Washington, DC | March 19, 2024 5:56:36 PM IST
US President Joe Biden will host a three-way summit with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos in Washington on April 11, as announced by the White House, as reported by Kyodo News. ... read..


India once again rejects China's "absurd claims, baseless arguments" on Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi | March 19, 2024 3:57:58 PM IST
India has again rejected the "absurd claims" and "baseless arguments" made by China on Arunachal Pradesh, asserting that the northeast State is an "integral and inalienable part of India." ... read..


Bridging borders: Israel, India collaborate to shape future technology
Middle East | March 19, 2024 3:57:54 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 19 (ANI/TPS): Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) signed a strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi to foster research initiatives through collaborative projects, training programs, and research consultan ... read..


Gaza faces imminent famine as over 1 mn grapple with starvation, UN report warns
Gaza Border | March 19, 2024 3:57:48 PM IST
Famine looms large over northern Gaza, where more than 1 million people are on the brink of starvation, warned a recent UN-backed report, CNN reported. ... read..


Pashtuns protest at UNHRC against crackdown on PTM leaders
Geneva | March 19, 2024 3:57:41 PM IST
A large number of Pashtuns organised an anti-Pakistan protest in front of the United Nations office to denounce the crackdown on workers and leaders of the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM). ... read..


US Secy Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia, Egypt for dialogue on Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Washington, DC | March 19, 2024 2:57:49 PM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken is set to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt to meet with government leaders this week and discuss efforts to reach an "immediate ceasefire agreement" between Israel and Hamas, the US State Department said in a statement. ... read..


China's crackdown: Police target citizens following dissident artist's social media
Asia | March 19, 2024 2:57:07 PM IST
In Europe, a dissident Li Ying is provoking anger from Beijing, prompting the Chinese authorities to target his social media followers, CNN reported. ... read..


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