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Pakistan: Imran Khan's party plans 'shadow cabinet' to scrutinise "stolen mandate government" in Punjab
Lahore | March 12, 2024 8:25:45 PM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has decided to form a shadow cabinet in Punjab to monitor the performance of the provincial government in each administrative department, Dawn reported. ... read..


PoK: Government employees organise sit-ins demanding timely salaries, promotions, regularisation
Muzaffarabad | March 12, 2024 8:25:27 PM IST
Hundreds of government employees belonging to the Maternal Child Programme (MNCH) on Monday, protested outside the Muzaffarabad CM secretariat, alleging being backstabbed by the Pakistani administration. ... read..


EAM S Jaishankar holds discussions with Belarusian Foreign Minister on defence partnership
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 7:27:29 PM IST
External Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held discussions with Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Aleinik on bilateral ties including development partnership in the field of defence. ... read..


Ishaq Dar assumes office as Pakistan's new foreign minister
Islamabad | March 12, 2024 7:26:56 PM IST
Pakistan's new foreign minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar formally assumed office on Tuesday, according to a statement by the country's ministry of foreign affairs. ... read..


"Securing shared Indian Ocean waters, sharing Covid vaccines...": President Murmu hails India-Mauritius relations
Port Louis | March 12, 2024 7:26:49 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu hailed the ties between India and Mauritius, stating that the relations have grown stronger through the decades, while securing the shared waters of the Indian Ocean, sharing Covid vaccines during the pandemic and supporting each ... read..


China: National People's Congress stresses on tighter control, push for high-tech
Beijing | March 12, 2024 7:26:48 PM IST
As China continues to grapple with a struggling economy, the main message by the leaders at the National People's Congress was pushing for a high-tech powerhouse amid an intensifying tech war with the United States, CNN reported. ... read..


At Geneva, Baloch National movement seek urgent global support against rights violations by Pakistan
Geneva | March 12, 2024 7:26:06 PM IST
The Baloch National Movement (BNM) highlighted the issue of human rights violations by Pakistan in Balochistan and demanded urgent action on the situation while seeking support from the international community. ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan barred from holding meetings in Adiala Jail for two weeks
Rawalpindi | March 12, 2024 7:25:50 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and the country's former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been prohibited for two weeks from holding meetings inside Rawalpindi's Adiala jail, where is currently serving sentence, Geo News reported on Tuesday. ... read..


Israel extends mandatory retirement age
Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:40 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel is extending the mandatory retirement age for employees. ... read..


Hamas compound found as Israeli raids continue in Khan Yunis
Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:38 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel uncovered a Hamas military compound and seized weapons as raids in the Hamad Towers district of Khan Yunis continued, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday. ... read..


Israel's Foreign Ministers slams UN Secy Gen for 'unacceptable' response to Hamas massacre
Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister, Israel Katz, sent a letter of rebuke to UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres over his response to the atrocities committed by the Hamas terrorist group during the massacre of October 7, 20 ... read..


EAM Jaishankar thanks outgoing UK envoy Alex Ellis for strengthening ties with India
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 3:26:44 PM IST
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, on Tuesday warmly welcomed and bid farewell to the outgoing UK High Commissioner, Alex Ellis, while thanking him for strengthening bilateral relationship with India. ... read..


US intelligence report raises concerns over Netanyahu's political "viability" as leader of Israel
Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 3:26:34 PM IST
US intelligence community has highlighted concerns over the political future of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, indicating that his "viability as a leader" is "in jeopardy," CNN reported. ... read..


Pak Senate faces dysfunction as over half of members retire, elections set for April 2
Islamabad | March 12, 2024 3:25:58 PM IST
The Pakistan Senate found itself in a state of dysfunction as more than half of its members retired on Monday night, leaving the upper house of parliament in a challenging situation for the next three weeks, Dawn reported. ... read..


"India is just getting started in this": US Congressman hails PM Modi's engagement in averting Russia's 'nuclear threat' to Ukraine
Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 2:26:08 PM IST
In light of a recent report that credits outreach by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among other global leaders, to Russian President Vladamir Putin in helping to prevent a "potential nuclear attack" on Ukraine, two US Congressmen opine that India, known fo ... read..


Pak senior police official arrested for smuggling Gutka, drugs
Karachi | March 12, 2024 2:26:06 PM IST
A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Ahmed Karim Jilani, found himself in legal trouble after being apprehended in the act of smuggling Gutka and various drugs, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


President Droupadi Murmu conferred with honorary doctorate by University of Mauritius
Port Louis | March 12, 2024 2:25:26 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by the University of Mauritius on Tuesday. ... read..


Rights activists highlight concerns over terrorism, extremism in Pakistan, call for action at international symposium
Geneva | March 12, 2024 1:27:17 PM IST
In a symposium held in Geneva, experts and activists shed light on the ongoing issues of terrorism and religious extremism in Pakistan, emphasising the impact on peace in South Asia. ... read..


"Does not stand to reason": India rejects comments by China on PM Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 12:26:40 PM IST
India on Monday sent out a strong rebuttal to China for the latter's comments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh stating that the northeastern State will always be "an integral and inalienable part of India". ... read..


Deinstitutionalise mental health care, strengthen community-based services: WHO
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 11:26:50 AM IST
The World Health Organisation today called on countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region to prioritise the transition from long-stay institutional mental health services to community-based care, to ensure these services are accessible, equitable, and sti ... read..


EDF, ORF report explores G20 carbon pricing experience, Global South prospects
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 10:26:53 AM IST
The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) on Tuesday unveiled their collaborative report, titled "Navigating Carbon Pricing: The G20 Experience and Global South Prospects," to highlight the "complex landscape" of carbon p ... read..


Visit by NSA Doval to Israel, meeting with PM Netanyahu reaffirms India's "genuine friendship, empathy": American Jewish Community official
Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 10:26:38 AM IST
Following a pivotal meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, the American Jewish Community has emphasised the significance of India's support for the West Asian country during the current challe ... read..


India questions 'Veto' blocking terrorist listings at UNSC, citing doublespeak concerns
New York | March 12, 2024 9:27:11 AM IST
India has strongly condemned the countries that use their veto powers to block evidence-based terrorist listings at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and said the practice is uncalled for and smacks of doublespeak to the council's commitment in t ... read..


China maintains defence budget growth despite economic travails
Asia | March 12, 2024 9:27:10 AM IST
At the 14th National People's Congress, China announced its defence budget for 2024 and interestingly maintained the growth rate of its military expenditure at precisely the same percentage as last year, as Chairman Xi Jinping continues to prioritize the ... read..


India approves OCI card for 7th generation of Indian-origin Mauritians: President Murmu
Port Louis | March 12, 2024 7:26:45 AM IST
In a landmark decision, India approved a special provision to grant an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card to the 7th generation of Indian origin people in Mauritius, President Droupadi Murmu said on Monday. ... read..


India brought in new global vision through philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam': Hardeep Puri
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 6:25:38 AM IST
Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, met with representatives of United Nations missions and agencies in India on Monday, emphasizing India's new global vision through the philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.' ... read..


'Big win for persecuted minorities': US-based advocacy group welcomes CAA rules' notification
New Jersey | March 12, 2024 5:26:48 AM IST
The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA), a US-based advocacy group, welcomed the formal notification of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in India and said that the decision is a 'big win' for the persecuted religious minorities of Pakistan, Ba ... read..


Deputy PM of New Zealand Winston Peters arrives in Delhi for bilateral talks
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 4:26:15 AM IST
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters, who is on an official visit to India, arrived in New Delhi on Monday evening. ... read..


Belarusian Foreign Minister Sergei Aleinik arrives in Delhi
New Delhi | March 12, 2024 4:26:13 AM IST
Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Aleinik, arrived in Delhi on Monday night to hold meetings with prominent leaders and ministers and discuss India-Belarus bilateral ties. ... read..


President Murmu presents RuPay card to Mauritius PM Jugnauth; discusses bilateral relations
Port Louis | March 12, 2024 4:26:11 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu held a "tete-a-tete" meeting with Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jagnauth on Monday to discuss ways to further strengthen India-Mauritius bilateral relations. ... read..


NSA Ajit Doval discusses Gaza war, humanitarian assistance with Israeli PM Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | March 12, 2024 2:26:13 AM IST
National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Monday called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed the ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza. ... read..


Indian, Russian students compare traditions of Maslenitsa and Holi festivals during TV BRICS teleconference
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:50 PM IST
TV BRICS and the global outreach initiative "Modern Russian" convened a teleconference with Jawaharlal Nehru University's Center of Russian Studies in New Delhi for the third time on Monday. ... read..


"A proud Atmanirbhar Bharat moment": EAM Jaishankar congratulates DRDO on first flight test of Agni-5 missile
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:37 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar congratulated the scientists of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday for the first flight test of the Agni-5 missile, and said that it is a proud 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' moment. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar engages with Central Asian Youth Delegation, highlights India's tech-tradition blend
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:31 PM IST
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, recently hosted a youth delegation from Central Asian countries during their immersion visit to India. ... read..


Mauritius: First training squadron of Indian Navy arrives at Port Louis
Port Louis | March 11, 2024 10:56:25 PM IST
Building bridges of friendship whilst training young minds, the ships of the First Training Squadron (1TS) comprising INS Tir and CGS Sarathi arrived in Port Louis, Mauritius on Monday. ... read..


US singer Mary Millben hails Citizenship Amendment Act as 'Pathway to Peace'
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 10:56:18 PM IST
African-American actress and singer Mary Millben expressed her support for India's recent implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act on Monday, stating, "This is a pathway towards peace. This is a true act of democracy." ... read..


Pakistan: PTI Chairman appeals court to meet Imran Khan in Adiala Jail
Islamabad | March 11, 2024 9:56:21 PM IST
The Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, petitioned the court on Monday, seeking permission to meet former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Adiala Jail, according to ARY News. ... read..


New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters meets Gujarat CM
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 11, 2024 9:56:01 PM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a meeting with New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, in Gandhinagar on Monday. ... read..


Pakistan: PTI's Omar Ayub urges nationwide peaceful protests against rigging in general elections
Islamabad | March 11, 2024 9:55:59 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub called for nationwide peaceful protests across Pakistan against alleged rigging in the general elections held on February 8, reported Dunya News. ... read..


"I do occasionally experiment...": Princess of Wales apologizes for editing Mother's Day photo
London | March 11, 2024 9:55:57 PM IST
Over rising concerns about the Mother's Day picture being manipulated, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has taken responsibility and apologized for the edited official photograph, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..


Islamabad Police register FIR against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders
Islamabad | March 11, 2024 8:56:38 PM IST
Police in Islamabad have registered new complaints against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Sher Afzal Marwat and others for allegedly blocking the road during protests, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..


Kazakhstan advances preservation efforts under its Chairmanship of International Fund for Saving Aral Sea
Astana | March 11, 2024 8:56:22 PM IST
After assuming the chairmanship of the International Fund for Saving Aral Sea for 2024-2026, Astana is increasing cooperation on the integrated use and protection of water resources, addressing environmental issues, socio-economic aspects, and introducing ... read..


Iceland's Foreign Minister taps geothermal potential in Ladakh and Himachal; optimistic on direct air connectivity
By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | March 11, 2024 7:56:18 PM IST
The Foreign Minister of Iceland, Bjarni Benediktsson, emphasized on Monday that the two countries, India and Iceland, are collaborating closely on tapping geothermal energy in Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. ... read..


Ahmadiyya community in UK organises National Peace Symposium
London | March 11, 2024 6:56:41 PM IST
The Ahmadiyya Community in London organised a National Peace Symposium on March 9 amidst the escalating regional and global conflicts, with the theme 'Building a Sustainable Peace'. ... read..


PoK: Secretariat employees association holds rally, demands fair treatment
Muzaffarabad | March 11, 2024 5:56:52 PM IST
In response to the government's discriminatory policies, the Secretariat Employees Association held a rally in Muzaffarabad, a city in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. ... read..


Israel's Defence Minister prepares for new Gaza pier for delivering aid
Middle East | March 11, 2024 5:56:48 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant on Sunday sailed together with Israeli naval forces near the shores of Gaza, in order to assess the work planned for the establishment of a maritime corridor for the delivery ... read..


Pakistan: President Zardari administers oath to PM Shehbaz's 19-member cabinet
Islamabad | March 11, 2024 5:56:28 PM IST
President Asif Ali Zardari has officiated the oath-taking ceremony for a 19-member cabinet, a proposal put forth earlier on Monday by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. ... read..


President Murmu arrives in Mauritius on 3-day state visit, to inaugurate 14 India-assisted projects with PM Jugnauth
Port Louis | March 11, 2024 5:55:59 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Mauritius on a three day state visit on Monday. ... read..


Dubai Foundation for Women and Children outlines 2024 strategic vision
Middle East | March 11, 2024 4:56:47 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 11 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) has unveiled its comprehensive plans, strategies, and a range of programmes, proposals, and initiatives set for rollout in 2024 to improve the quality of lives of bot ... read..


Belarusian Foreign Minister scheduled to arrive in India today, will hold bilateral meeting with Jaishankar
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 4:56:42 PM IST
Belarus' Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Aleinik, will touch down in Delhi on Monday evening, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. ... read..


Netanyahu calls for more prison space for captured terrorists
Middle East | March 11, 2024 4:56:38 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, at the Kirya (Israel's version of the Pentagon) in Tel Aviv, held an inter-ministerial security discussion on the issue of the shortage of prison space for security priso ... read..


Hamas no. 3 man possibly killed in Israeli airstrike
Middle East | March 11, 2024 4:56:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): Hamas is investigating reports on Monday that its number three man in Gaza, Marwan Issa, was killed in an Israeli airstrike during the weekend. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Housing Authority launches its new visual identity
Middle East | March 11, 2024 4:56:27 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 11 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) has launched its new visual identity in line with its vision to foster a sustainable housing ecosystem that enhances the lives of Emirati citizens across Abu Dhabi. ... read..


"Things may have got very dangerous": Ex-diplomat on report citing PM Modi's intervention in Russia's 'potential nuclear threat' to Ukraine
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 3:56:52 PM IST
Former diplomat Rajeev Dogra acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's diplomatic efforts in averting a 'potential nuclear threat' posed by Russia to Ukraine, saying "clearly Prime Minister Modi played a role... had it not been for our intervention, per ... read..


UAE: Enhanced MBZUAI Executive Programme keeps pace with fast-changing AI market demands
Middle East | March 11, 2024 3:56:36 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 11 (ANI/WAM): Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) has announced the enhanced MBZUAI Executive Programme (MEP) as it welcomes its fifth cohort of 44 senior leaders. ... read..


Gujarat: New Zealand's Dy PM Peters offers prayers at Akshardham Temple
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 11, 2024 3:56:20 PM IST
Deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand, Winston Peters, who is on an official visit to India, offered prayers at the Akshardham Temple here on Monday. ... read..


US envoy Eric Garcetti joins consular team to interview visa applicants
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 3:56:14 PM IST
US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Monday joined the Embassy's consular team to interview over 1,000 visitor visa applicants, according to a press release from the US Embassy. ... read..


Former Pak President Alvi urges release of Imran Khan amid pressing challenges
Karachi | March 11, 2024 2:57:10 PM IST
Former President Arif Alvi has stated the urgency of collaborative efforts to navigate Pakistan through its current challenges. Emphasising his commitment to national unity, Alvi stressed the need for releasing imprisoned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) fo ... read..


Nepal PM Prachanda's brother Narayan Dahal files his candidacy for Chairman of National Assembly
Kathmandu | March 11, 2024 2:56:57 PM IST
Narayan Dahal, the brother of Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, filed his nomination for the post of National Assembly Chairman on Monday. ... read..


In Ramadan statement, Biden says Gaza crisis is "front of mind"
Washington, DC | March 11, 2024 1:57:07 PM IST
As the Islamic holy month of Ramadan commences, US President Joe Biden said on Sunday that the humanitarian crisis in Gaza is "front of mind" during this festival. ... read..


Taliban's decrees on Afghan women cost country over USD 1 billion annually
Kabul | March 11, 2024 1:57:00 PM IST
US special envoy for Afghan women, Rina Amiri, emphasised that the Taliban's restrictive decrees on women and girls in Afghanistan are costing the nation more than USD 1 billion annually, reported Khaama Press. ... read..


Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif's cabinet to take oath today
Islamabad | March 11, 2024 1:56:34 PM IST
Pakistan federal cabinet is set to take oath on Monday following days of consultation on its formations, Geo News reported, citing sources. ... read..


Actors wear red pins calling for Gaza ceasefire on Oscars red carpet
Los Angeles | March 11, 2024 12:58:53 PM IST
On the Oscars red carpet, a striking departure from the typical glitz and glamour unfolded, with notable celebrities such as singer Billie Eilish and actor Mark Ruffalo proudly donning red pins as a poignant call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, T ... read..


South Korea begins procedure to suspend licenses of 5,000 trainee doctors
Seoul | March 11, 2024 12:58:45 PM IST
The South Korean health ministry sent prior notices on Monday to suspend the medical licenses of around 5,000 trainee doctors who have defied an order to return to work and have been protesting against the government's proposal to increase medical school ... read..


President Murmu embarks on her maiden State visit to Mauritius
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:57:12 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu emplaned on her first State visit to Mauritius on Monday. ... read..


Balochistan CM announces "general amnesty" for separatists
Balochistan | March 11, 2024 11:57:09 AM IST
Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti urged Baloch insurgents to quit violence and join mainstream politics, adding that the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)-led government will announce a "general amnesty" to resolve the issue through dialogue, The News I ... read..


Netanyahu defies Biden's 'red line,' vows to invade Rafah despite warnings
Tel Aviv | March 11, 2024 11:57:07 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu staunchly defended his decision to press ahead with an invasion of Rafah, a city on the southern border of the Gaza Strip, despite US President Joe Biden's warning that such an offensive would be a "red line," POL ... read..


Portugal's centre-right coalition secures narrow win as radical right party surges
Lisbon | March 11, 2024 11:56:41 AM IST
Portugal witnessed a closely contested snap election on Sunday, resulting in a narrow victory for the centre-right Democratic Alliance coalition, CNN reported. ... read..


The Body Shop files for bankruptcy, shuts down all US-based stores
New York | March 11, 2024 11:56:26 AM IST
The UK-based cosmetics company, The Body Shop, shut down all of its US-based operations and will soon be closing dozens of Canadian store locations after filing for bankruptcy, CNN reported. ... read..


News agencies retract image of Catherine, Princess of Wales over 'manipulation' concerns
London | March 11, 2024 8:56:33 AM IST
Major news agencies were retracting an image released by Kensington Palace featuring Catherine, Princess of Wales, and her children, citing concerns over potential manipulation, CNN reported. ... read..


Israeli PM Netanyahu reiterates intent to begin military operations in Rafah
Tel Aviv | March 11, 2024 6:55:29 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his stand on Sunday to begin military operations in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, stating that Israel wants to ensure that an attack similar to October 7 won't happen again, as reported by CNN. ... read..


Ukraine rejects Pope Francis's call to negotiate with Russia to end war
Kyiv | March 11, 2024 6:55:24 AM IST
Ukraine has rejected Pope Francis's call to hold negotiations with Russia more than two years into its invasion, saying that Kyiv will "never" surrender, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Rulers of the Emirates congratulate UAE President, VPs on advent of Ramadan
Asia | March 11, 2024 6:55:22 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 11 (ANI/WAM): Supreme Council Members, Rulers of the Emirates and the Ruler's Representatives in Al Ain and Al Dhafra have congratulated President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the advent of Ramadan, wishing him a month full ... read..


Israel criticizes Canada and Sweden's restoring funding for UN Gaza agency
| March 11, 2024 6:55:21 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli government strongly criticized the decision made by the governments of Canada and Sweden to restore funding to UNRWA (UN Relief Workers Agency for Palestinians) in Gaza. The two nations had suspended such ... read..


Benjamin Netanyahu says Turkish President supports murderers and rapists
Middle East | March 11, 2024 6:55:17 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu issued a strong condemnation of the comments made Saturday by the President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan declaring his nation's support of Hamas and calling Netanyahu a N ... read..


Hamas, Israel fail to set date for next round of talks to discuss ceasefire negotiations
Tel Aviv | March 11, 2024 4:56:00 AM IST
The Hamas negotiation team and Israeli authorities have not found any common ground, and specific dates have not been finalized to discuss the deal to release the hostages and ceasefire in the war-torn region of Gaza, CNN reported on Sunday. ... read..


Protestors condemn Israeli President's presence at National Holocaust Museum inauguration in Amsterdam
Amsterdam | March 11, 2024 4:55:57 AM IST
Hundreds of protesters held a demonstration on Sunday to condemn the presence of Israeli President Issac Harzog at the inauguration ceremony of the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam, ABC News reported. ... read..


Netanyahu 'hurting more than helping Israel' with high death toll in Gaza, says US President
Washington, DC | March 11, 2024 3:55:46 AM IST
Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, US President Joe Biden has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating that he is "hurting more than helping" Israel by failing to limit casualties, as reported by CNN. ... read..


New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters arrives in Ahmedabad for official visit to India
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | March 11, 2024 2:55:22 AM IST
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters arrived in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Sunday night on an official visit. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar attends 'Viksit Bharat Ambassador Artist Workshop' at Purana Qila
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 12:27:27 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Artist Workshop on Sunday and appreciated the event for showcasing the aspirations of people for a 'Viksit Bharat'. ... read..


UK: Driver crashes car into Buckingham Palace gates; arrested
London | March 11, 2024 12:27:18 AM IST
One person was arrested after he crashed his vehicle into the main gates of Buckingham Palace early Saturday morning, the New York Post reported. ... read..


"Huge opportunity for Indian version of military-industrial partnership": Anand Mahindra
New Delhi | March 11, 2024 12:26:53 AM IST
Anand Mahindra, the Chairman of the Mahindra Group stressed the importance of private industrial corporations in developing military power while stating that there is a huge opportunity for an Indian version of a military-industrial partnership. ... read..


Pakistan: Two killed in blast near Peshawar's Board Bazaar
Peshawar | March 10, 2024 11:26:26 PM IST
At least two people were killed while one sustained injuries in a blast near the Board Bazaar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Peshawar early Sunday morning, Dawn reported citing officials. ... read..


Negotiations on tariff cuts, investment chapter, human rights took time: Norway Minister on India-EFTA trade pact
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | March 10, 2024 11:26:19 PM IST
Norway Trade Minister Jan Christian Vestre on Sunday informed that tariff cuts; a pivotal human rights clause, and an investment chapter took significant time and effort during the negotiations for the India-EFTA trade agreement. ... read..


Pakistan: Report reveals 'worrisome' statistics on severe human rights abuse in Balochistan
Quetta | March 10, 2024 10:26:33 PM IST
Pakistan's prominent human rights organisation, Baloch National Movement's human rights department, Paank, in their monthly report highlighted worrisome statistics about the human rights oppression in Pakistan. ... read..


WAM launches 2nd Global Media Congress White Paper in Nairobi, calling for decisive leadership in media industry
Middle East | March 10, 2024 10:26:26 PM IST
Nairobi [kenya], March 10 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates News Agency (WAM), strategic partner of the Global Media Congress (GMC), today launched the event's annual White Paper on the trends, challenges and opportunities of the global media industry at an exclusi ... read..


UAE: Abu Dhabi Police implement new traffic regulations for trucks, large worker buses during Ramadan
Middle East | March 10, 2024 10:26:23 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 10 (ANI/WAM): To improve traffic flow during the holy month of Ramadan, Abu Dhabi Police have implemented new restrictions on large vehicles. Trucks and buses transporting 50 or more workers will be prohibited on the Emirate's roads ... read..


"Watershed moment in bilateral relationship between India, EFTA countries": PM Modi hails signing of free trade pact
New Delhi | March 10, 2024 10:26:19 PM IST
Lauding the free trade pact signed between India and the four-nation bloc European Free Trade Association (EFTA) on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called it a "watershed moment" , adding that the agreement emphasises New Delhi's unwavering commitmen ... read..


Israeli military spokesman urges Lebanese to contact Mossad
Middle East | March 10, 2024 10:26:18 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 10 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Force's Arabic spokesperson called on Lebanese individuals who want to help Israel to contact the Mossad intelligence service on Sunday. ... read..


Asif Zardari sworn in as 14th president of Pakistan; first civilian to hold post twice
Islamabad | March 10, 2024 10:26:12 PM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) co-chairman Asif Zardari was sworn in as the 14th President of Pakistan on Sunday, officially taking over as the head of the state for a historic second time, Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Mahrang Baloch alleges internet shutdown to hinder Baloch protest in Gwadar
Gwadar | March 10, 2024 9:25:45 PM IST
Prominent Baloch rights activist Mahrang Baloch on Sunday alleged that an internet shutdown has been carried out in Gwadar to disrupt the Baloch protest and awareness session highlighting Pakistan's atrocities on the Baloch community. ... read..


Indian envoy discusses cooperation in hydrocarbon with Kuwait Deputy PM
Kuwait City | March 10, 2024 8:27:03 PM IST
Indian Ambassador to Kuwait, Adarsh Swaika called on Kuwait Deputy Prime Minister Imad Mohammad Abdulaziz Al-Ateeqi and apprised him of the strong bilateral cooperation between India and Kuwait in the sector hydrocarbons. ... read..


Negotiations on tariff cuts, chapters on investment, human rights were major contentious issues: Norway Minister on India-EFTA trade pact
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | March 10, 2024 8:26:54 PM IST
Norway Trade Minister Jan Christian Vestre hailed the India-EFTA free trade agreement signed on Sunday and said that issues like tariff cuts, included and excluded commodities; human rights clause and an investment chapter were among the major subjects of ... read..


Dharamshala: Tibetan government-in-exile commemorates 65th Tibetan National Uprising Day
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | March 10, 2024 7:26:33 PM IST
The Tibetan government-in-exile commemorated the 65th Tibetan National Uprising Day on Sunday in Dharamshala and highlighted Chinese atrocities in Tibet including environmental destruction due to hydropower electric projects. ... read..


PM Modi's outreach to Putin helped prevent "potential nuclear attack" on Ukraine in late 2022: CNN Report
Washington DC | March 10, 2024 7:26:24 PM IST
As the Russia-Ukraine conflict raged in 2022, the United States started "preparing rigorously" for a potential nuclear strike by Moscow against Kyiv, in what would have been the first nuclear attack since the US dropping atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Naga ... read..


"India will be world's premier manufacturing, service hub": Swiss Secretary lauds India-EFTA Trade Economic Partnership Agreement
New Delhi | March 10, 2024 7:26:16 PM IST
Lauding the USD 100-billion free trade pact between India and the four-nation bloc European Free Trade Association (EFTA), Swiss State Secretary for Economic Affairs, Helene Budliger Artieda, affirmed that India will be world's premier manufacturing and s ... read..


Pakistan: Mahrang Baloch urges human rights organisations to act after enforced disappearance of another Baloch student
Gwadar | March 10, 2024 6:25:55 PM IST
Prominent Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch expressed concern over another enforced disappearance of a Baloch student and urged human rights organisations to address the issue. ... read..


UAE: Kalimat Foundation announces new Board of Trustees, presided by Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi
Middle East | March 10, 2024 5:27:14 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 10 (ANI/WAM): Kalimat Foundation (KF), a UAE-based global non-profit organisation founded to advance literacy and uphold children's rights to read, particularly for forcibly displaced, disadvantaged and visually impaired children - ... read..


UAE: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque completes preparations to welcome Holy Month of Ramadan
Middle East | March 10, 2024 5:27:13 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 10 (ANI/WAM): The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre (SZGMC) has completed its preparations to receive masses of worshippers and visitors during the Holy Month of Ramadan 1445. ... read..


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