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Pakistan: Cabinet division decides to estimate value of Toshakhana gifts
Islamabad | September 16, 2024 5:11:33 AM IST
The Cabinet has decided to estimate the value of the gifts received in the Toshakhana, ARY News reported on Sunday. ... read..


"Investigating what appears to be an attempted assassination": FBI on shooting near Trump golf course in Florida
Washington, DC | September 16, 2024 5:11:32 AM IST
Following gunfire near his golf club in West Palm Beach earlier in the day, former President Donald Trump was declared 'safe' by his campaign, but the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) announced on Sunday that it "is investigating what appears to be a ... read..


"I am safe and well!" says Donald Trump in fundraising email after shots fired in his vicinity
Washington, DC | September 16, 2024 4:11:29 AM IST
Following the shooting incident near his Florida Golf Course on Sunday, former US President Donald Trump said that he is absolutely "safe and well." ... read..


"I am glad he is safe": US Vice President Kamala Harris after shooting near Trump's Florida golf course
Washington, DC | September 16, 2024 3:11:30 AM IST
US Vice President Kamala Harris is 'glad' that former US President Donald Trump is safe after reported gunshots near his Florida golf course on Sunday (local time). ... read..


Trump campaign says former US President safe following gunshots in his vicinity
Washington, DC | September 16, 2024 1:41:30 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump is "safe following gunshots in his vicinity," the Trump Campaign said in a statement on Sunday, according to CNN. ... read..


Iran's President to attend BRICS summit in Russia
Moscow | September 15, 2024 11:41:51 PM IST
Iran's ambassador said in Moscow on Sunday that President Masoud Pezeshkian will attend the BRICS summit of emerging economies in Russia, amid brewing tensions with the West over military cooperation, US-based Politico reported. ... read..


100 diplomats join Ambassadors' Retreat to discuss effective partnerships for shaping future of governments
Middle East | September 15, 2024 11:41:46 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Organised by the World Governments Summit Organisation (WGSO) in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the 'Ambassadors' Retreat' hosted more than 100 ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions in the U ... read..


Jawaher Al Qasimi inaugurates TBHF-Aster Mobile Medical Services in Zanzibar
Middle East | September 15, 2024 11:11:33 PM IST
Zanzibar City [Zanzibar], September 15 (ANI/WAM): In a major step towards realising the UAE's vision and Sharjah's efforts to improve healthcare access in underserved regions worldwide, Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of The Big Heart ... read..


Indian Navy sends humanitarian aid to Yagi-affected Myanmar
New Delhi | September 15, 2024 10:41:34 PM IST
The Indian Navy on Sunday commenced preparations to deploy humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations in response to the devastating flash floods in Myanmar. Several regions across the country have been severely impacted by Typhoon Yagi ... read..


"India's boom in renewables benefits India, Germany and ultimately the entire world," German Development Minister says
Berlin | September 15, 2024 9:11:40 PM IST
Germany's Development Minister Svenja Schulze will be on a three-day visit to Gujarat, a statement by Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development stated on Sunday. ... read..


Think tank researcher highlights tools employed by China for crushing democracy and activism
Washington | September 15, 2024 8:42:01 PM IST
Yaqiu Wang, the Research Director for China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan at Freedom House, a non-profit organisation based in Washington on Saturday gave a statement testifying on the Chinese government's tactics to suppress political dissent. ... read..


Operation Sadbhav dispatches aid to Yagi-affected Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos
New Delhi | September 15, 2024 8:41:54 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday said that as a part of Operation Sadbhav, the government has dispatched humanitarian aid to Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos. ... read..


International Conclave on Good Governance 2024 held in London, aims to strengthen India-UK relations
London | September 15, 2024 8:41:43 PM IST
The prestigious "International Conclave on Good Governance 2024," was a three-day event held in London from September 11-13, aimed to foster discussions on leadership and governance between India and the UK, an official statement by the Indian Diaspora in ... read..


Pak: Baloch protester succumbs to injury after 40 days
Quetta | September 15, 2024 8:12:00 PM IST
A Baloch youth, Hikmatullah Baloch, who was injured due to indiscriminate firing by Pakistani defence forces on protesters in Nushki on July 28, has died in Karachi after approximately 40 days due to a severe injury in his throat. ... read..


Rajasthan: India, US army personnel take a day off, visit historic Junagarh fort
Bikaner (Rajasthan) | September 15, 2024 8:11:44 PM IST
India-US army personnel engaged in joint military exercise 'Yudh Abhyas 2024' took a break on Sunday, the soldiers visited the historic Junagarh Fort in Bikaner. ... read..


"We sent all our weapons to Ukraine": JD Vance says as US aid to Kyiv compromised Taiwan's defence
Taipei | September 15, 2024 8:11:31 PM IST
Republican Vice-Presidential candidate and Ohio Senator JD Vance said that the diversion of United States military aid to Ukraine has left it incapable of helping Taiwan repel a Chinese invasion, citing "we sent all our weapons to Ukraine." ... read..


Kidnapping of children by Pak intelligence agencies calls for international intervention: United Kashmir People's National Party
Brussels | September 15, 2024 7:11:36 PM IST
Concerns are being raised by activists from around the world over the rising number of abduction incidents in Pakistan. Notably, several of these abduction incidents have happened with minors, which highlights the terrible condition of human rights in the ... read..


Netanyahu vows to exact 'heavy price' from Houthis for missile attack
Middle East | September 15, 2024 7:11:32 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 15 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to exact a "heavy price" from Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen over Sunday morning's missile attack. ... read..


G-7 Summit to Russia, Ukraine visit: PM's key foreign engagements in first 100 days of Modi 3.0
New Delhi | September 15, 2024 6:41:41 PM IST
From beginning his third term with a foreign policy push at the G7 Summit in Italy to significant visits to Russia and Ukraine during the conflict and a first-ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Brunei are the key international engagements ... read..


Two killed, 29 injured in train collision in Egypt
Middle East | September 15, 2024 6:41:37 PM IST
Cairo [Egypt], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Two people were killed, and 29 others were injured when two trains collided in the city of Zagazig, in Sharkiya governorate Saturday afternoon, the Ministry of Health and Population said. ... read..


UAE President, VPs congratulate Presidents of Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala on their Independence Days
Middle East | September 15, 2024 11:42:03 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent congratulatory messages to President Xiomara Castro of the Republic of Honduras, President Jose Daniel Ortega Saavedra of the Republic of Nicaragua, President Bern ... read..


PoJK: Residents lament poor medical infrastructure, demand upgradation of facilities
Dosut | September 15, 2024 3:11:49 PM IST
Residents of Dosut, Bantal, Khwaja Seri and surrounding areas in Pakistan-occupied Jammu-Kashmir (PoJK) have been suffering due to infrastructural underdevelopment and a lack of basic medical facilities. ... read..


Imran Khan compares Pakistan's ruling dispensation with Yahya Khan's era, says "no point" in calling Shehbaz Sharif PM
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 3:11:47 PM IST
Launching a scathing attack on Pakistan's ruling coalition and the country's institutions, incarcerated prime minister Imran Khan compared the current situation with the era of military ruler Yahya Khan and alleged that the country's institutions are bein ... read..


Pakistan: As economic woes deepen, citizens continue to struggle from soaring inflation, unemployment crisis
Karachi | September 15, 2024 3:11:38 PM IST
Amid worsening economic conditions in Pakistan, the people continue to suffer from economic hardships, especially rampant inflation and the unemployment crisis, which has made even basic facilities and essentials remain out of their reach. ... read..


Pak: Fazlur Rehman holds key to constitutional package as govt, opposition woo support
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 2:42:03 PM IST
A crucial constitutional package is set to be introduced by the current government, and all eyes are on Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman as both the ruling coalition and the Opposition try to secure his support in parliament, ... read..


New Zealand envoy Patrick Rata enjoys Delhi's cuisine, artwork; emphasises on deeper cooperation
New Delhi | September 15, 2024 2:41:53 PM IST
The New Zealand High Commissioner to India, Patrick Rata, is enjoying his stay in New Delhi as an envoy while travelling through electric rickshaws and enjoying tasty local cuisines and beautiful artwork. ... read..


Imran Khan comprares Pakistan's ruling dispensation with Yahya Khan's era, says "no point" in calling Shehbaz Sharif PM
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 2:41:46 PM IST
Launching a scathing attack on Pakistan's ruling coalition and the country's institutions, incarcerated prime minister Imran Khan compared the current situation with the era of military ruler Yahya Khan and alleged that the country's institutions are bein ... read..


Pakistan: 'Constitutional package' put on hold as coalition ponders on magic number
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 11:42:30 AM IST
Pakistan's ruling coalition has put on hold till Sunday, the proposed constitutional package, which was likely to be tabled in both houses of parliament on Saturday for "strategic reasons" coming from the hurdles in mustering up the two-thirds majority in ... read..


"We pleaded...they were executed in front of us": Family of victims killed in Baclochistan encounter
Balochistan | September 15, 2024 10:41:39 AM IST
The family members of two brothers killed in an alleged "fake encounter" by Pakistani security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan province, have come forward with harrowing details, claiming their sons were taken from their home and shot dead nearby, The Ba ... read..


Pakistan: Another youth 'forcibly disappeared' from Gwadar by Pakistani forces
Gwadar | September 15, 2024 10:41:30 AM IST
Amid worsening human rights situation in Balochistan, another youth was reportedly forcibly disappeared by Pakistani security forces in the coastal city of Gwadar, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


Taiwan reports increased Chinese military activity; detects 7 aircraft, 6 naval vessels
Taipei | September 15, 2024 9:41:37 AM IST
Taiwan detected seven Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels and one official ship operating around its territory from 6 am (local time) on Saturday to 6am (local time) on Sunday. ... read..


Malaysia: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh participates in PIO Day celebrations
Kuala Lumpur | September 15, 2024 9:41:36 AM IST
Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh participated at the inauguration of second Person of Indian Origin (PIO) Day Malaysia celebration at Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. ... read..


Vienna: Premiere of 'Amala' shines light on Tibetan struggle amid "cultural genocide"
Vienna | September 15, 2024 8:41:34 AM IST
A large audience gathered at a local theatre in Vienna on Saturday for the Austrian premiere of 'Amala - The Life and Struggle of the Dalai Lama's Sister,' a movie that chronicles the life of Jetsun Pema, the Dalai Lama's younger sister. ... read..


Pakistan: Another case of mpox reported at Karachi Airport
Karachi | September 15, 2024 7:11:34 AM IST
The authorities at Karachi's Jinnah International Airport have reported another suspected case of monkeypox on Saturday, ARY News reported. ... read..


Sharjah Chamber showcases Emirati designers' innovative creations at 70th Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair
Middle East | September 15, 2024 7:11:32 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by the "Emirati Goldsmiths" Platform, participated in the 70th Bangkok Gems and Jewellery Fair, held in Bangkok, Thailand, from September 9-13. ... read..


UAE sprinter Maryam Karim advances to final of 200-meter race in Arab Junior Athletics Championship
Middle East | September 15, 2024 7:11:31 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): The UAE National Team sprinter Maryam Karim has advanced to the final of the 200-meter race in the 10th edition of the Arab Junior Athletics Championship (under 18) in Saudi Arabia. ... read..


MOD UAE leads Masters & Amateurs Divisions at AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship
Middle East | September 15, 2024 7:11:29 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): The AJP Tour Asia Continental Jiu-Jitsu Championship is underway in Abu Dhabi, bringing together over 1,900 athletes for three days of thrilling competitions from September 13-15. ... read..


Train collision in Egypt claims three lives
Cairo | September 15, 2024 6:41:32 AM IST
At least three people were killed, and 49 sustained injuries, in a train collision in Egypt, CNN reported citing the country's health ministry on Saturday. ... read..


US says it is working on "substantial" round of further assistance for Kyiv
Washington, DC | September 15, 2024 6:11:29 AM IST
While discussions over whether or not Ukrainian forces should be permitted to utilise weaponry provided by the West to launch attacks deeper into Russia go on, the Biden administration said it is getting ready to send a sizable aid package to Ukraine in t ... read..


EU envoy faces lack of engagement during Pakistan visit
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 5:11:31 AM IST
As a special envoy from Brussels wrapped up a fact-finding mission in Pakistan on Friday, there was a general feeling among diplomats that the visit might have yielded more favourable results for Pakistan if top officials had engaged with the mission as p ... read..


Thousands of anti-govt protesters rally across Israel, urge release of captives held in Gaza
Tel Aviv | September 15, 2024 5:11:29 AM IST
Thousands of demonstrators against the Israeli government have assembled in the heart of Tel Aviv, demanding greater efforts to achieve the release of hostages held captive in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


JUI-F chief won't meet govt's expectations: Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Salman Akram Raja
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 4:41:33 AM IST
Salman Akram Raja, the newly appointed secretary general of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), expressed scepticism on Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (F) Chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman's ability to meet the government's expectations, reported ARY News. ... read..


Pakistan Investigation Agency interrogates Imran Khan at Adiala jail for 'anti-state' post
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 3:11:31 AM IST
The first phase of the Federal Investigation Agency's (FIA) probe into an anti-state post from Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's X account has been completed, according to ARY News. ... read..


Pak Telecommunication Authority issues clarification as X services remain disrupted in country
Islamabad | September 15, 2024 2:41:30 AM IST
The Sindh High Court (SHC) was notified by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) that social media platform X has not had its services reinstated in the nation, ARY News reported. ... read..


Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation: Midday Break concludes tomorrow, records 99.9% compliance rate
Middle East | September 14, 2024 11:41:51 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced the conclusion of the Midday Break - the ban on working under direct sunlight and in open spaces from 12:30 to 3:00 pm - effective tomorrow on Septemb ... read..


Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif calls meeting to discuss about 'constitutional package'
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 11:41:49 PM IST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif summoned a federal cabinet meeting on Saturday to discuss the draft of a much-anticipated 'constitutional package', ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Two policemen killed, one injured in bomb blast near Quetta
Quetta | September 14, 2024 11:41:39 PM IST
Two policemen were killed, and another injured in a bomb blast aimed at officials in Kuchlak town near Quetta on Saturday, according to police sources. ... read..


Hong Kong journalists face increased harassment amid national security law crackdown
Beijing | September 14, 2024 11:41:29 PM IST
Numerous journalists in Hong Kong and their families are facing increased harassment and intimidation in the last three months amid national security law crackdown. ... read..


Debt-ridden Chinese man illegally tries to enter Taiwan, to be handed over to law authorities
Taipei | September 14, 2024 11:11:59 PM IST
A Chinese national will be transferred to law authorities for investigation, as he tried to enter Taiwan illegally, Focus Taiwan reported, citing a statement by Taiwan government. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Kathmandu celebrates Hindi Diwas with literary event
Kathmandu | September 14, 2024 11:11:46 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu hosted a literary event on Saturday to celebrate "Hindi Diwas," which attracted scholars and the general public. ... read..


UAE participates in 10th IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians in Armenia
Middle East | September 14, 2024 11:11:38 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): The Federal National Council Parliamentary Division participated in the Tenth IPU Global Conference of Young Parliamentarians, which is taking place from 12th to 14th September 2024 in Yerevan, Armenia. ... read..


On International Day of Democracy, FNC promotes deeply-rooted consultative practices in UAE society
Middle East | September 14, 2024 11:11:37 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): The Federal National Council (FNC) joins parliaments around the world in celebrating the International Democracy Day, which falls on September 15 each year. While marking the Day, the FNC reiterates its commitment ... read..


19 Indian fishermen repatriated from Sri Lanka, reach Chennai
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | September 14, 2024 11:11:35 PM IST
19 fishermen who were released from the custody of Sri Lanka reached Chennai, a statement by Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka said. ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan's party members allege pressure to back new constitutional bill
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 10:41:32 PM IST
Imran Khan's party, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Zartaj Gul alleged on Saturday that party member Saadullah Baloch's family members have been kidnapped, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


Amnesty International condemns Pak's Public Order Act, seeks its repeal
Bangkok | September 14, 2024 9:41:41 PM IST
Amnesty International has condemned the controversial 'Peaceful Assembly and Public Order Bill' to which the President of Pakistan, Asif Ali Zardari has given his assent and was passed by both houses of the Pakistan Parliament to 'regulate' public gather ... read..


Pak: Diamer-Bhasha Dam costs soar to 300 per cent amid financial struggles
Diamer | September 14, 2024 5:11:31 PM IST
The Diamer-Bhasha Dam, in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Diamer district in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) has been mired in controversy since its initiation because the Federal Minister for Planning Ahsan Iqbal highlighted that the cost of the Dia ... read..


"Neighbours must maintain congenial attitude": Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami's Deputy Ameer on ties with India
Asia | September 14, 2024 4:11:50 PM IST
Dhaka [Bangladesh], September 14 (ANI) Jamaat-e-Islami, the largest Islamic political party in Bangladesh, has said that Dhaka and New Delhi must work together in a congenial manner to ensure peace and tranquillity prevails in the region. ... read..


Pope Francis slams Donald Trump, Kamala Harris; terms US elections choice of 'lesser evil'
Washington, DC | September 14, 2024 3:41:31 PM IST
Pope Francis criticised former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris over their stance of immigration and abortion respectively, and termed the upcoming US elections as a choice between the "lesser of two evils," CNN reported. ... read..


East Turkistan Government in Exile meets delegates, representatives from 13 US congressional offices; urges for decisive action
Washington | September 14, 2024 3:11:43 PM IST
The first edition of Annual East Turkistan Lobby Day was convened on Friday by the members of East Turkistan Government in Exile, East Turkistan National Movement, East Turkistan National Fund, and East Turkistan Parliament in Exile, as well as the delega ... read..


UKPNP member criticises Pakistan over continued killing of Kashmiris in Pakistan, terms it "failure of law"
Brussels | September 14, 2024 3:11:37 PM IST
Jamil Maqsood the president of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) has condemned the rising numbers of extrajudicial killings of Kashmiri people from Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK). ... read..


Canada: Amid mounting discontent, Justin Trudeau, Liberals face 'litmus test' in Montreal by-polls
Montreal | September 14, 2024 3:11:32 PM IST
Amid weak polling numbers and simmering pressure to step down as party leader ahead of the next general elections, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his Liberal Party are facing a crucial test in the upcoming by-polls in Montreal, Al Jazeera repo ... read..


Pakistan: Two lawyers among five 'forcibly disappeared' by Pakistani forces in Balochistan
Balochistan | September 14, 2024 2:11:32 PM IST
Amid rising cases of enforced disappearances in Balochistan by Pakistani armed forces, five new cases have come to the fore, including two young lawyers, the Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


Diplomats extend greetings on 'Hindi Diwas' in style, share benefits of knowing regional language
New Delhi | September 14, 2024 1:41:39 PM IST
Foreign missions in India have extended their greetings on 'Hindi Diwas' and their diplomats celebrated the occasion in style. ... read..


Report highlights China's retaliation against people engaging with UN, atrocities against critics
Wahington DC | September 14, 2024 12:41:42 PM IST
China is among those countries that retaliates against people for engaging with the United Nations and tries hard to silence its critics, Voice of America reported, citing a report by Sophie Richardson, an expert on human rights in China. ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan booked for "inciting" official to mutiny
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 11:11:33 AM IST
Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Friday registered a case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf founder and incarcerated former premier Imran Khan for allegedly inciting government officer to mutiny, Dawn reported citing sources. ... read..


India, Argentina hold 7th round of Foreign Office Consultations, discuss areas of cooperation
Buenos Aires | September 14, 2024 10:41:36 AM IST
India and Argentina held the seventh round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) on Friday in Buenos Aires, where the two sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations and the key areas of cooperation between the two countries. ... read..


During Switzerland visit, Jaishankar shares India's approach to multilateralism, discusses ways to promote traditional medicine
Geneva | September 14, 2024 10:11:36 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, concluded his two-day visit to Switzerland, during which he interacted with several top dignitaries and shared India's approach to multilateralism, human rights and discussed ways to promote traditional medicine sys ... read..


Taiwan detects 22 Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels around its territory
Taipei | September 14, 2024 9:41:40 AM IST
Taiwan detected 21 Chinese aircraft, six naval vessels and one official ship operating around its territory from 6 am (local time) on Friday to 6am (local time) on Saturday. ... read..


US: 9/11 memorial unveiled in New Jersey to honour victims, heroes of terror attack
New Jersey | September 14, 2024 9:11:36 AM IST
A new 9/11 memorial was unveiled in Chesterfield, New Jersey, on September 11 to honour the victims and heroes of the 9/11 terror attacks. ... read..


Sunita Williams terms space her "happy place"; NASA astronauts eager to vote from space in US elections
Washington DC | September 14, 2024 8:41:31 AM IST
NASA Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Willmore expressed their desire to vote in the upcoming US presidential elections in November, from the International Space Station, as their stay in the space has got extended at least till February 2025. ... read..


UAE, Germany discuss strengthening cooperation ties, strategic partnership
Middle East | September 14, 2024 7:41:31 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held a phone call today with Annalena Baerbock, Germany's Minister of Foreign Affairs, to discuss strengthening bilateral rela ... read..


UAE Sprinter Maryam Karim claims gold at Arab Junior Athletics Championship
Middle East | September 14, 2024 7:41:30 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): UAE National Team sprinter Maryam Karim secured a gold medal in the 400-meter final at the Arab Junior Athletics Championship for athletes under 18, held in Saudi Arabia. ... read..


"Maybe, if I got in the right mood...": Donald Trump on another debate with Kamala Harris
Washington, DC | September 14, 2024 7:11:34 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump suggested on Friday that he would reconsider holding a second debate with Vice President Kamala Harris if he got in the right mood, CNN reported. ... read..


G20 backs FAO's Blue Transformation for sustainable fisheries, aquaculture
Others | September 14, 2024 7:11:30 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 14 (ANI/WAM): The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) welcomed the inclusion of fisheries and aquaculture and family farming in this year's G20 priorities, emphasising their essential role in global nutriti ... read..


Trump vows "large deportations" from Ohio city, says "nests of bad people" emptied in US
Washington, DC | September 14, 2024 6:41:30 AM IST
Former President Donald Trump has vowed "large deportations" from Springfield, Ohio, a town that has become a political hotbed as his Republican running mate, JD Vance, disseminated untrue stories alleging that Haitian immigrants eat pets. ... read..


Brazil: Top court unfreezes bank accounts of X, Starlink following USD 3 million transfer
Brasilia | September 14, 2024 5:41:29 AM IST
After directing the transfer of more than USD 3 million in outstanding fines, Justice Alexandre de Moraes of the Brazilian Supreme Court has unfrozen the bank accounts of the satellite internet company Starlink and the social media platform X, reported Al ... read..


Traders in Pakistan refuse to pay 'advance tax'
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 4:41:30 AM IST
The trader community in Pakistan voiced strong opposition towards the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) team visiting a Lahore market to collect advance tax under the Tajir Dost Scheme, ARY News reported. ... read..


US accuses Russian state media of 'covert influence activities', hits it with new sanctions
Washington, DC | September 14, 2024 4:41:29 AM IST
The United States Department of State has hit Russian state media and RT with new sanctions, accusing it of playing key role in carrying out 'covert influence activities' aimed at undermining American elections and democracies. ... read..


Former Pak Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto invites political parties to unite for 'New Democratic Charter'
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 3:41:29 AM IST
The Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari encouraged the political parties to join forces for a "New Democratic Charter," reported ARY News. ... read..


Federal Investigation Agency to probe threatening posts from Imran Khan's X account: Pak minister
Islamabad | September 14, 2024 2:11:33 AM IST
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) will look into the "threatening" remarks and management of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) founder Imran Khan's social media accounts, according to Minister of Information Atta Tarar's announcement on Friday. ... read..


Pakistan: JUI-F dismisses govt's suggestion of support for constitutional amendments
Islamabad | September 13, 2024 11:41:58 PM IST
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) has chosen not to back the government's proposed constitutional amendments regarding Pakistan's judiciary, ARY News reported. ... read..


Chaired by Abdullah bin Zayed, COP29 Preparatory Committee discusses UAE's plans, initiatives
Middle East | September 13, 2024 11:41:55 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 13 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Preparatory Committee for the UAE's participation in COP29, has stressed the importance of following up on ... read..


"Are bureaucrats' children somehow special?": Pakistan's Supreme Court Chief Justice
Islamabad | September 13, 2024 11:41:39 PM IST
The previous practice of providing reservation quotas to children of Pakistani bureaucrats in the country was condemned by Supreme Court Chief Justice Qazi Faez Isa on Friday. ... read..


Typhoon Yagi hits Southeast Asia causing floods, destruction in Vietnam, Thailand
Hanoi | September 13, 2024 11:41:33 PM IST
Typhoon Yagi, recognised as Asia's most powerful storm of the year, has caused destruction across southern China and Southeast Asia over the past week, causing multiple deaths. ... read..


"Tourism the best symbol of people-to-people relations," says Iranian Ambassador, urges stronger India-Iran exchange
New Delhi | September 13, 2024 11:11:45 PM IST
Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, highlighted the longstanding people-to-people relations between Iran and India while stressing the need for greater collaboration to promote tourism between the two countries. Speaking to ANI at an event aimed at bo ... read..


Pak telecom authority lawyers disagree on X ban status
Karachi | September 13, 2024 11:11:32 PM IST
On Tuesday, two lawyers representing the telecom regulator presented conflicting views in the Sindh High Court about whether social media platform X has been restored. ... read..


Russia expels six British diplomats, citing "signs of spying, sabotage"
Moscow | September 13, 2024 10:41:36 PM IST
Russia announced on Friday that it has expelled six British diplomats from the country, citing allegations of espionage and sabotage activities, according to a report by The New York Times. ... read..


Friction points in Depsang, Demchok not resolved yet; no forward movement in last three years on LAC
New Delhi | September 13, 2024 10:41:29 PM IST
Amid the Chinese statement that disengagement has taken place between India and China in recent times at four locations, sources in the security establishment said that friction points in Depsang and Demchok areas in Eastern Ladakh continue to remain unre ... read..


EAM Jaishankar criticizes human rights rankings as political games, defends India's record in Geneva
Geneva | September 13, 2024 10:11:34 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar spoke about human rights issues on Friday, asserting that India will always be vocal on the topic. He criticised the practice of ranking and rating countries on human rights, calling them "mind games played out ... read..


Pakistani MP Saadullah Baloch abducted amidst controversy over Chief Justice tenure extension
Islamabad | September 13, 2024 9:41:31 PM IST
Saadullah Baloch, a current member of the Pakistani parliament, has been allegedly abducted under alarming circumstances. This incident follows a disturbing pattern, as his wife and daughter had previously gone missing. ... read..


Uyghurs living in US face increased incidents of transnational repression, harassment from China
Washington | September 13, 2024 9:11:36 PM IST
Exiled Uyghur individuals residing in the US are raising complaints that they are facing a rise in incidents of transnational repression. Reportedly, they are being forced into silence by the Chinese government, which is threatening to harm their relative ... read..


Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces return of 49 Ukrainians from Russia
Kyiv | September 13, 2024 9:11:35 PM IST
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Friday the successful return of 49 Ukrainians from Russian captivity. It includes service personnel of the Armed Forces, the National Guard, the National Police, and border guards, as well as civilians. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar pays homage to Dr BR Ambedkar in Geneva
Geneva | September 13, 2024 8:11:36 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, on his visit to Geneva in Switzerland, planted a sapling at the Permanent Mission of India and said that the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign embodies India's commitment to a sustainable future. ... read..


"Women's safety and crimes against women, is an issue in India," EAM Jaishankar says
Geneva | September 13, 2024 8:11:34 PM IST
EAM S Jaishankar while addressing the Indian diaspora in Geneva on Friday raised the issue of the rape and murder at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital, The External Affairs Minister said that women's safety and crimes against women, is an issue in India. ... read..


Chinese Coast Guard ships approach restricted zone near Taiwan marking 39th incident this year
Taipei | September 13, 2024 7:41:56 PM IST
On Friday, September 13, Taiwan monitored four Chinese coast guard ships approaching a restricted zone south of Kinmen, according to Taiwan News. The Coast Guard Administration (CGA) unit responsible for Kinmen, Matsu, and Penghu quickly deployed four pat ... read..


Rear Admiral Susheel Menon joins top Navy leaders for Exercise Kakadu at Darwin in Australia
Darwin | September 13, 2024 7:41:53 PM IST
Rear Admiral Susheel Menon, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF) joined the top leaders of 28 foreign navies for the Fleet Commanders Conference as part of Exercise Kakadu 2024 at Darwin, Australia, an official statement said. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar congratulates Philemon Yang on assuming Presidency of UN General Assembly's 79th session
Geneva | September 13, 2024 7:41:51 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday Philemon Yang on assuming the Presidency of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He also underscored the General Assembly's role in boosting the priorities of the Global South, asserting ... read..


"Life is not 'khata-khat', it is hard work," EAM Jaishankar talks about importance of manufacturing
Geneva | September 13, 2024 7:41:44 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar while addressing the Indian diaspora in Geneva said that life is not "khata-khat" (an easy job), it requires hard work. The use of the phrase was also a jibe at Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who had claimed that the C ... read..


China plans to raise retirement age by year-end amid workforce crisis, decision triggers backlash
Beijing | September 13, 2024 7:11:54 PM IST
Chinese government on Friday passed a legislation announcing plan to increase the retirement age of employees in the country. The entire laid-out plan by the administration will be implemented during the tenure of 15 years, starting from January 2025, CNN ... read..


"Rule of law is gaining ground," EAM Jaishankar says while addressing Indians in Geneva
Geneva | September 13, 2024 5:41:33 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar while addressing the Indian diaspora in Geneva said that the cause of social justice, the idea of inclusive growth, of rule of law is gaining ground and is today very central to the policies and activities of the gov ... read..


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