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"America's taxpayers have been ripped off for 50 years": Donald Trump
Washington DC | April 3, 2025 2:43:15 AM IST
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) called April 2, 2025, a pivotal day in American history. Referring to the day as "Liberation Day," Trump declared it as the turning point for American industry. ... read..


Israeli PM Netanyahu vows pressure on Gaza until hostages are returned
Tel Aviv | April 3, 2025 2:13:17 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday spoke about the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intensifying their operations in the Gaza Strip and said that the IDF is not only seizing territory and destroying infrastructure but also targeting key cor ... read..


US Deputy National Security Adviser holds telephone meeting with Muhammad Yunus's aide
Dhaka | April 3, 2025 1:44:07 AM IST
US Deputy National Security Advisor Alex N Wong held a telephone conversation Wednesday evening with the Bangladesh Chief Adviser's High Representative Dr Khalilur Rahman, Chief Adviser's Press Wing said in a statement. ... read..


EU official emphasises importance of free trade agreement between India-EU
New Delhi | April 3, 2025 1:43:52 AM IST
Anthony Agotha, Ambassador at Large-Special Envoy for Climate and Environment, European External Action Service, highlighted the EU-India free trade agreement negotiations. With backing from leaders like European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen ... read..


USCIS announces policy update recognising only two biological sexes
Washington DC | April 3, 2025 1:43:46 AM IST
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced an update to its policy, clarifying that it will only recognise two biological sexes, male and female. ... read..


Protest against persecution of minorities in Bangladesh raises concerns at Geneva Press Conference
Geneva | April 2, 2025 10:43:37 AM IST
A press conference in Geneva highlighted growing concerns over the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh, raising questions about impunity, the release of convicted terrorists, and the erosion of the rule of law under the current government. Speakers at ... read..


Runa Laila says she is unaware of invitation to visit Pakistan
Dhaka | April 2, 2025 9:13:37 AM IST
Legendary Bangladeshi singer Runa Laila has said that she has not received any invitation to visit Pakistan. ... read..


US Sen. Cory Booker makes record for second-longest Senate speech of 24 hrs 18 min
Washington, DC | April 2, 2025 6:43:22 AM IST
In a remarkable display of determination, US Senator Cory Booker has shattered the record for the longest floor speech in modern Senate history. Booker, a Democrat from New Jersey, surpassed the late Senator Strom Thurmond's 1957 record of 24 hours and 18 ... read..


Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with OECD Secretary General Mathias Cormann
Middle East | April 2, 2025 6:43:21 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 2 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, this evening (Tuesday, 1 April 2025), at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem, met with Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) Secretary General Mathias Cor ... read..


Three suspects arrested for assaulting and extorting gay men
Middle East | April 2, 2025 6:43:16 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 2 (ANI/TPS): Three suspects were arrested on suspicion of robbing and extorting men based on their sexual orientation. The police investigation shows that the suspects acted with "severe violence "in several cases and extorted tho ... read..


Israel cancels all import duties on American-made goods
Middle East | April 2, 2025 6:43:14 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 2 (ANI/TPS): At the directive of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich and Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barkat, Israel has cancelled all of the customs duties - tariffs - that have been levied ... read..


"PM Modi can talk to every leader in world": Chile Prez hails PM Modi's global leadership skills
New Delhi | April 2, 2025 6:13:16 AM IST
Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's exceptional qualities, noting that PM Modi can talk to every leader in the world, adding that he is a "key geopolitical player nowadays." ... read..


Chinese envoy Xu Feihong 'firmly believes' relations to advance on 'sound-stable' track
Beijing | April 2, 2025 5:13:13 AM IST
Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong expressed his optimism about the future of China-India relations as the two nations celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties and believes the two nations will advance bilateral relations. ... read..


India-US forces aboard INS Jalashwa for opening of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025
Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | April 2, 2025 5:13:11 AM IST
India-US Naval forces gathered aboard the INS Jalashwa for the opening of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2025 to enhance humanitarian assistance and disaster relief readiness. ... read..


US sanctions target Iran's UAV, ballistic missile programs
Washington, DC | April 2, 2025 3:13:15 AM IST
The United States on Tuesday (local time) sanctioned six entities and two individuals based in Iran, the UAE, and China that have been involved in the procurement of key components on behalf of entities connected to Iran's UAV and ballistic missile progra ... read..


Artists stage powerful drama to highlight situation in Tibet
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | April 2, 2025 3:13:10 AM IST
Tibetan artists stage an inaugural theatre performance of "A Fearless Voice", a powerful drama to show the situation inside Tibet. ... read..


Tariffs will go into effect immediately, says White House
Washington, DC | April 2, 2025 1:43:09 AM IST
In a move that's left many on edge, President Trump's highly anticipated tariffs are set to take effect sooner than some had expected--as in immediately, the White House said Tuesday. ... read..


Nepal government appeals public not to participate in any demonstration organized by monarchists
Kathmandu | April 2, 2025 1:13:28 AM IST
The Government of Nepal has appealed to the general public not to participate in any of the demonstrations organized by monarchists. ... read..


US encourages peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues: White House Press Secy Leavitt on Chinese military activity around Taiwan Strait
Washington DC | April 2, 2025 1:13:20 AM IST
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, during a press briefing, said on Tuesday that the US reiterates its stance of opposing any unilateral attempts to change the status quo of the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion. ... read..


Nepal's specially-abled aspiring models walk on ramp raising awareness about limb loss
By Binod Prasad Adhikari

Kathmandu | April 1, 2025 11:43:10 PM IST
Receiving claps from the audience, specially-abled Prakash Singh Thakuri gave some poses for the camera on the ramp. The below-the-knee left leg amputee from Nepal's Karnali region is now breaking the barrier and constraints about his physical abilities. ... read..


Two earthquakes hit Myanmar, strongest at 4.7 magnitude
Naypyidaw | April 1, 2025 11:13:28 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 struck Myanmar on Tuesday afternoon, followed by another quake of magnitude 4.5 in the evening, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..


Israel Embassy shares Ghibli art of PM Modi, Netanyahu
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 11:13:27 PM IST
Hopping on to the Ghibli-style trend that has taken social media by storm, the Israel Embassy in India has shared AI images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu. ... read..


President Murmu hosts banquet in honour of Chilean President, calls Chile India's "important partner" in Latin America
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 11:13:25 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu hosted a banquet in honour of Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. She welcomed him on his first State visit to India and said Chile is an "important partner" of India in Latin America. ... read..


Myanmar Earthquake: NDRF team deployed to support rescue efforts
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 11:13:23 PM IST
A National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has been deployed by India to assist rescue efforts in Myanmar, which was hit by a devastating earthquake of 7.7 magnitude on March 28, the NDRF shared details in a statement on Tuesday. ... read..


US Attorney General seeks death penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 11:13:19 PM IST
US Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is accused of murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Bondi described the killing as a "premeditated, cold-blooded assassination that ... read..


India-Nepal sign MoUs for projects in education, health, culture sectors, to be implemented under grant assistance by India
Kathmandu | April 1, 2025 11:13:16 PM IST
The Embassy of India in Kathmandu, along with the Ministry of Federal Affairs and General Administration, Government of Nepal and Project Implementing Agencies of Government of Nepal signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) for undertaking 10 High Impa ... read..


India delivered 625 MT of humanitarian aid to Myanmar under Operation Brahma: MEA
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 10:43:21 PM IST
India has delivered 625 metric tonnes (MT) of Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) material to Myanmar as part of Operation Brahma, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Tuesday. ... read..


Chile grants Multiple Entry Permit for Indian businesspersons; CEPA talks and key collaborations announced
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 9:43:14 PM IST
Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font has announced a Multiple Entry Permit for Indian businesspersons, simplifying the visa process to facilitate trade and investment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed this decision, emphasising its significance in st ... read..


Myanmar children facing severe trauma after earthquake: UNICEF
Europe | April 1, 2025 9:43:10 PM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], April 1 (ANI/ WAM): The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that children are among the most affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, describing the situation as one of deep trauma and widespread destruction. ... read..


WHO warns of disease outbreak risk following Myanmar earthquake
Europe | April 1, 2025 9:43:08 PM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], April 1 (ANI/WAM): The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a warning over the potential outbreak of diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and hepatitis following the recent earthquake in Myanmar, citing damage to water and s ... read..


UAE to mark World Autism Awareness Day with inclusive care programmes
Middle East | April 1, 2025 9:43:06 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 1 (ANI/WAM): The UAE will mark World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, to underscore the importance of creating a supportive and understanding environment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, enabling their full inclusion i ... read..


Netanyahu rescinds appointment of Sharvit as head of Israel's Anti-Terror Security Agency
Middle East | April 1, 2025 9:13:22 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met again last night with former Israel Navy Commander, Vice-Admiral (Ret.) Eli Sharvit regarding the decision to cancel Sharvit's appointment as head of the Israel Security Ag ... read..


Israel warns Northern Gaza to evacuate following rocket attack on Sderot
Middle East | April 1, 2025 9:13:21 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces warned residents of northern Gaza to evacuate on Tuesday following Palestinian rocket fire. ... read..


Bangkok gears up to host BIMSTEC summit this week
By Ayushi Agarwal

Bangkok | April 1, 2025 8:43:23 PM IST
The capital city of Thailand is geared up to host the 6th BIMSTEC or Bay of Bengal initiative for Multi Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation in Bangkok with the preparations underway in full swing. ... read..


New flood management plan aims to safeguard Israel's urban and agricultural areas
Middle East | April 1, 2025 8:43:09 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): The National Planning and Building Council gave a green light to Israel's first comprehensive flood management plan on Tuesday. ... read..


Dragon-Elephant duet: Xi Jinping's congratulatory message to Prez Murmu on 75th anniv of India-China ties
Beijing | April 1, 2025 7:43:29 PM IST
Chinese President Xi Jinping in his congratulatory message to President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday, which marked the 75th anniversary of establishment of bilateral relatins, said that China and India should work more closely together. He said that the rela ... read..


Photo exhibition in Geneva showcases Jammu and Kashmir's transformation
Geneva | April 1, 2025 7:43:08 PM IST
The Eco Fawn Society organized a unique photo exhibition at the renowned Broken Chair in Geneva, showcasing the significant advancements Jammu and Kashmir (J-K) has achieved in infrastructure, education, healthcare, employment, living standards, and manag ... read..


Chile natural partner for India to understand Antarctica better, keen to work on research: MEA
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 7:13:27 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) held a special briefing on Tuesday on the sidelines of the visit of Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font to India and noted key areas of collaboration between the two countries. The briefing highlighted the two count ... read..


Netherlands hopeful to finalize strategic partnership with India before summer: Dutch FM Veldkamp
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | April 1, 2025 7:13:13 PM IST
The Netherlands is looking to conclude negotiations on its strategic partnership with India hopefully "before this summer," Dutch Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp said on Tuesday, emphasising that both countries have much to offer each other. ... read..


Chile President expressed keen interest in tech, innovation, academic collaborations: MEA
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 6:43:37 PM IST
Chile President Gabriel Boric, who is on a State visit to India, has expressed keen interest in developing cooperation in technology, innovation, academic collaboration, culture, arts and cinema, ayurveda and yoga, Secretary (East), Ministry of External A ... read..


3rd India-Japan Space Dialogue marks start of Science Tech and Innovation Exchange Year between two nations
Tokyo | April 1, 2025 5:13:42 PM IST
The third India-Japan Space Dialogue was held in Tokyo on April 1. ... read..


Israel FM Saar to visit France, hold discussions on threats, challenges in West Asia
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 5:13:29 PM IST
Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar will visit France and discuss the threats and challenges in West Asia with his counterpart and other senior French administration leaders, the Israeli Embassy said in a statement on Tuesday. ... read..


Over 100 injured in fire after gas pipeline explosion in Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur | April 1, 2025 5:13:11 PM IST
More than 100 people were injured in a fire that broke out following a gas pipeline leak on the outskirts of Myanmar's capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Tuesday, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


France reiterates call for UNSC reform to give India permanent seat
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 4:43:33 PM IST
The French Embassy in India said on Monday that as France assumes the monthly presidency of the United Nations' Security Council, it will focus on the need for UNSC reform aimed at giving India a permanent seat. ... read..


Religious fundamentalists issue new orders after PM Hasina's ouster, critics accuse Yunus of not pushing back hard enough: Report
Dhaka | April 1, 2025 4:43:10 PM IST
After the ouster of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, religious fundamentalists in one town announced that young women could not play soccer anymore. In another town, they forced the police to release a man who had harassed a woman for not covering ... read..


BNP-M's sit-in continues until release of Baloch women, says BNP-M President
Quetta | April 1, 2025 3:43:29 PM IST
BNP-M President Sardar Akhtar Mengal said on Monday that his party's sit-in demanding the release of arrested Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leaders will continue until "our women are released and reach their homes", according to a report by Dawn. ... read..


Elon Musk shares photos of Earth's poles from SpaceX's historic Fram2 mission
Washington DC | April 1, 2025 3:43:18 PM IST
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk on Tuesday reshared images of the first views of Earth's polar regions captured by SpaceX's Dragon capsule, which blasted into space a day ago. ... read..


Chile President asks PM Modi meaning of Ashok Chakra, he explains
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 3:43:14 PM IST
Chile's President Gabriel Boric Font stopped to ask Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the Chakra in the Indian Flag at Hyderabad House. ... read..


"Will increase cooperation to face challenge of terrorism, organised crime,": PM Modi at meet with Chile President
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 3:13:34 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday jointly addressed the press with Chile President Gabriel Boric Font at the Hyderabad House, where he said that both the countries will cooperate to face the challenges posed by organised crime and terrorism. ... read..


Chile President Gabriel Boric discusses expanding ties with India
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 3:13:22 PM IST
President Gabriel Boric of Chile, during his visit to India, emphasised the growing potential for expanding bilateral relations between the two nations. In a joint press meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House, Boric highlighted the o ... read..


Taiwan urges democracies to condemn China's military drills as 'Troublemaking'
Taipei | April 1, 2025 3:13:13 PM IST
Taiwan has called on democracies worldwide to denounce China as a "troublemaker" following Beijing's recent military drills conducted near the island. The drills were launched shortly after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's commitment to addressing "Chi ... read..


"Will emphasise partnership with Chile on critical minerals," says PM Modi
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 3:13:11 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday jointly addressed the press with Chile President Gabriel Boric Font at the Hyderabad House, where he said that the countries are working on a mutually beneficial Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement. The tea ... read..


Nepal to sign 8 MoU and agreements with Thailand, PM to hold sidelines with foreign leaders during BIMSTEC summit
Kathmandu | April 1, 2025 2:43:42 PM IST
Nepal is set to sign an MoU on tourism and culture with Thailand this week as the Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli started off for Southeast Asian nation on Tuesday. ... read..


Netherlands Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp visits India to strengthen bilateral ties
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 2:13:19 PM IST
Caspar Veldkamp, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, is on his first official visit to India from March 31 to April 1, 2025. This visit is aimed at further strengthening the multifaceted relationship between India and the Nether ... read..


Taiwan cracks down on CCP's propaganda push using Taiwanese entertainers
Taipei | April 1, 2025 1:43:41 PM IST
Taiwanese entertainers residing in China who violate cross-strait regulations or collaborate with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) may face fines, according to a report by the Taipei Times. ... read..


"India will be dropping its tariffs very substantially," says Trump
Washington DC | April 1, 2025 1:13:59 PM IST
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that he has heard that India was dropping its tariffs on American goods substantially. ... read..


INS Ghariyal departs for quake-hit Myanmar with 442 MT of food aid
Vishakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | April 1, 2025 1:13:46 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that Indian Naval Ship INS Ghariyal departed from Vishakhapatnam with 442 metric tonnes of essential food items for earthquake-hit Myanmar. ... read..


PM Modi holds talks with Chile President on bilateral ties
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 1:13:25 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received Chile President Gabriel Boric Font at Hyderabad House, Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said. ... read..


UK pledges GBP 10 million aid for Myanmar earthquake relief
London | April 1, 2025 12:43:22 PM IST
The UK Government has pledged up to GBP 10 million in humanitarian aid to support the people of Myanmar following a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the country's central region on March 28. ... read..


UKPNP condemns Pakistan's ranger deployment, job quota in PoJK
Geneva | April 1, 2025 12:43:14 PM IST
The United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) has strongly condemned the deployment of Ranger Forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) and the controversial allocation of a 25 per cent job quota for Pakistani nationals. ... read..


Chile President pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 12:13:19 PM IST
Chile President Gabriel Boric Font who is on a State Visit to India on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat memorial. ... read..


Chilean President Boric meets EAM Jaishankar, pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 11:43:13 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font on Monday at the start of his state visit to India, reaffirming the commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. ... read..


75th anniv of Beijing-New Delhi diplomatic relations: China envoy seeks bolstering ties, urges India to create welcoming environment for Chinese firms
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 11:13:14 AM IST
As China and India commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties, newly-appointed Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong stated that the bilateral relationship is at a pivotal stage of development and urged both countries to overcome challenges and ... read..


China begins joint military exercises around Taiwan
Taipei | April 1, 2025 10:13:28 AM IST
China's military on Tuesday said it began joint exercises involving its army, navy, air force and rocket force around Taiwan as a "stern warning," CNN reported. ... read..


Chile's President Gabriel Boric arrives in India for first state visit
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 9:43:31 AM IST
Chilean President Gabriel Boric Font arrived in New Delhi on Monday for his first state visit to India, receiving a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour. He was warmly received at the airport by Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita. ... read..


Trump to announce tariff plan on April 2, 'Liberation Day' in Rose Garden Event
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 9:43:27 AM IST
US President Donald Trump will unveil a new tariff plan on April 2, which he has dubbed "Liberation Day," in his first Rose Garden press conference of his second term, CNN reported. ... read..


China ramps up military activity around Taiwan
Taipei | April 1, 2025 9:43:22 AM IST
Taiwan detected 19 Chinese vessels operating around its territory as of Tuesday 6am (local time), Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said in a statement. ... read..


"I'm going to my father's home country," Sunita Williams plans trip to India
Washington DC | April 1, 2025 9:13:34 AM IST
NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams said she plans to visit India soon, and meet with ISRO's team during her visit. ... read..


UAE sends search and rescue team to save earthquake victims in Myanmar
Middle East | April 1, 2025 8:43:16 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 1 (ANI/WAM): In implementation of the directives of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Jo ... read..


Taiwan plans response to US tariffs amid trade surplus
Taipei | April 1, 2025 8:43:12 AM IST
Taiwan is preparing contingency plans in response to the United States' potential imposition of "reciprocal tariffs," with officials emphasising that the trade surplus stems from strong demand for Taiwanese technology, not unfair trade practices, Taiwan N ... read..


China scoops up every advantage from Trump's chaotic tendencies
Asia | April 1, 2025 8:13:14 AM IST
"Going with China is going with opportunities. Believing in China is believing in tomorrow. Investing in China is investing in the future," Chairman Xi Jinping told a group of more than 40 foreign business executives in a meeting in Beijing on March 28, 2 ... read..


Azerbaijan approves import of fruit from Israel
Middle East | April 1, 2025 7:13:16 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): The Plant Protection and Inspection Services at Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security announced approval given by the State of Azerbaijan for the importation of fresh fruit from Israel. ... read..


Astronauts confident in Boeing's Starliner despite setbacks, eager to fly again
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 7:13:13 AM IST
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, held their first news conference since returning to Earth, addressing concerns about Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Despite experiencing problems that le ... read..


Rafah residents flee after Israel warns to evacuate
Middle East | April 1, 2025 7:13:11 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): Palestinians began fleeing Rafah on Monday after the Israel Defense Forces called on residents of the southern Gaza town to evacuate. ... read..


Israel to allow large increase in quotas for honey imports
Middle East | April 1, 2025 7:13:09 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 1 (ANI/TPS): In order to reduce honey prices in Israel, while maintaining local production, Israel's Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security is formulating an outline for distributing quotas for the import of honey exempt from c ... read..


US imposes visa restrictions on Chinese officials over reciprocal access to Tibetan areas
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 6:13:21 AM IST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced on Monday (local time) the imposition of visa restrictions on Chinese officials responsible for limiting the access of US officials to Tibetan areas. ... read..


"Time for reciprocity": US to mark April 2 as "Liberation Day", says White House
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 6:13:19 AM IST
The White House said that April 2 will be marked as 'Liberation Day' in America, with President Donald Trump set to announce a tariff plan aimed at rolling back unfair trade practices. ... read..


US State Department declines to comment on USCIRF's recommendation to place India on CPC list
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 6:13:16 AM IST
US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce on Monday (local time) declined to comment on the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom's (USCIRF) annual report, which recommends placing India on the Country of Particular Concern (CPC) ... read..


Donald Trump to visit Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia next month: White House
Washington, DC | April 1, 2025 6:13:11 AM IST
US President Donald Trump announced his upcoming visits to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Saudi Arabia next month. ... read..


PM Modi extends warm wishes to Bangladesh on Eid-al-Fitr, prays for peace and harmony
Dhaka | April 1, 2025 6:13:06 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent a heartfelt message, expressing his warmest wishes to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus and the people of Bangladesh, on the joyous occasion of Eid-al-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets Netherlands FM Caspar Veldkamp, discusses new possibilities in semiconductors
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 4:13:11 AM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday met with Netherlands Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp in New Delhi and discussed growing bilateral cooperation, including in trade, investments, innovation, and water and new possibilities in semicond ... read..


Indian Navy Ships arrive in Yangon with relief assistance
Yangon | April 1, 2025 3:13:16 AM IST
In response to the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that recently struck Myanmar, the Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri arrived in Yangon, carrying over 50 tons of relief material to assist those affected by the disaster. ... read..


"Northeast integral part of India...": Former Indian envoy slams "shocking" remarks by Muhammad Yunus
New Delhi | April 1, 2025 2:43:11 AM IST
Former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, has strongly condemned the statement made by Bangladesh's Chief Advisor, Muhammad Yunus, claiming that Bangladesh is the "only guardian" of the Indian Ocean for the region, as the seven northeast ... read..


Protests across Pakistan demanding release of BYC leadership
Balochistan | March 31, 2025 11:43:15 PM IST
Protests erupted across several places in Pakistan, demanding the release of leaders of the Baloch human rights group, Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), on Monday. ... read..


India hands over 50 tons of relief material to Myanmar
Naypyidaw | March 31, 2025 11:43:11 PM IST
India handed over 50 tons of relief material carried by INS Satpura and INS Savitri to Myanmar on Monday. India's Ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur, handed over the relief material at Yangon for distribution among the affected areas. ... read..


India sends machinery to Trinidad and Tobago for fruit and vegetable processing plant
New Delhi | March 31, 2025 11:43:09 PM IST
India has sent machinery for setting up an integrated automatic fruit and vegetable processing plant for Trinidad and Tobago, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday. ... read..


US Dept of State welcomes release of citizen Faye Hall from Taliban's captivity
Washington DC | March 31, 2025 11:13:26 PM IST
The US Department of State welcomed the release of American citizen Faye Hall, who was recently freed from Taliban captivity. ... read..


Ajman Ruler condoles UAQ Ruler on passing away of his mother
Middle East | March 31, 2025 11:13:24 PM IST
Umm Al Qaiwain [UAE], March 31 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, offered his condolences to Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, on the passing of hi ... read..


Israel's rate of wasting food sharply increased during war
Middle East | March 31, 2025 11:13:05 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): Israel's national food bank, Leket (collection) Israel and BDO reported that the war in Gaza increased the scope of food waste in Israel by an additional 1.6 billion Shekels (USD 430 million), which is flowing out of ... read..


NASA astronauts Williams, Wilmore thank Musk and Trump, share reactions to delayed return from space
Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 10:43:25 PM IST
Days after returning to Earth following their nine-month-long stay on the International Space Station (ISS), NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams shared their reactions to the unexpected extension of their mission, Fox News reported. ... read..


Thailand PM expresses 'heartfelt appreciation' for global support after earthquake
Bangkok | March 31, 2025 10:13:26 PM IST
Thailand's Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has expressed heartfelt appreciation to world leaders who extended condolences and support following the recent earthquake in Thailand. ... read..


HAL has followed end-user commitments, report in US daily on re-routing restricted tech to Russia "incorrect, misleading": Sources
New Delhi | March 31, 2025 9:13:23 PM IST
Terming a report in a US-based publication about an Indian defence PSU selling imported equipment to a supplier of Russian arms agency as "factually incorrect and misleading", sources said on Monday that the report has tried to "frame issues and distort f ... read..


UN Security Council condemns attack on peacekeeping mission in Central African Republic
US | March 31, 2025 9:13:22 PM IST
New York [US], March 31 (ANI/ WAM): The United Nations Security Council has strongly condemned the recent attack on the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) in the village of Tabani, lo ... read..


Netherlands Foreign Minister Veldkamp arrives in India, set to meet EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | March 31, 2025 9:13:17 PM IST
Netherlands Minister of Foreign Affairs Caspar Veldkamp arrived in Delhi on Monday for a two-day official visit to India. During his visit, he will meet External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval. ... read..


UAE sends search and rescue team to save earthquake victims in Myanmar
Middle East | March 31, 2025 8:13:27 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 31 (ANI/ WAM): In implementation of the directives of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Opera ... read..


Japanese team deployed to Myanmar to assess earthquake impact
Asia | March 31, 2025 8:13:22 PM IST
Tokyo [Japan], March 31 (ANI /WAM): Japan has dispatched an expert assessment team to Myanmar following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on Friday, measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale. ... read..


Israel: Police to question Netanyahu after two aides arrested
Middle East | March 31, 2025 8:13:21 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): Two key advisers to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein, were arrested on Monday as part of an ongoing investigation into potential connections between Israeli officials and Qatar. Alth ... read..


Spain: 5 killed, 4 injured in coal mine explosion in Degana
Madrid | March 31, 2025 8:13:12 PM IST
Five people were killed and four others injured in an explosion at a coal mine in northern Spain on Monday, Euro News reported, citing emergency services. The incident took place at the Cerredo mine in Degana, where firefighters, mining rescue personnel, ... read..


Pakistan government increases LPG price
Islamabad | March 31, 2025 7:13:21 PM IST
The price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been increased by Pakistani Rupees 54 paisas per kg in Pakistan, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..


Taiwan rejects Bangladesh-China joint statement, reaffirms its 'sovereignty'
Taipei | March 31, 2025 7:13:09 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has rejected the joint statement issued by China and Bangladesh after the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Bangladesh's Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus. The statement upheld the "one-China principle" and c ... read..


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