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Pak soldier killed in exchange of fire with terrorists in South Waziristan
Waziristan | December 6, 2023 3:51:36 AM IST
A Pakistan army personnel was killed in an exchange of fire between troops and terrorists in the South Waziristan district, ARY News reported quoting the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ... read..


Kenyan President Ruto lauds India for advocating permanent seat for Africa in G20, amplifying voice of Global South
New Delhi | December 6, 2023 2:51:01 AM IST
Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto on Tuesday hailed New Delhi for its advocacy for the African Union to be included as a permanent member of the G20 while also commending Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the leadership of the global south in the geopol ... read..


UAE: Hamdan bin Zayed visits Palestinian children in UAE hospitals
Middle East | December 5, 2023 11:50:55 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 5 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has visited wounded Palestinian children and cancer patients receiving medical treatm ... read..


Indians travelling to West, Middle East can get 4-day stopover visa, perform Umrah or visit any Saudi city
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 11:50:53 PM IST
Indians travelling to the West or the Middle East can obtain a stopover visa for four days that will allow them to visit any city in Saudi Arabia or perform Umrah, said Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq bin Fawzan, adding that it is part of the Sau ... read..


Financial crisis looms over China as hidden debt woes intensify: Report
Beijing | December 5, 2023 11:50:43 PM IST
China is facing a looming financial crisis as it endeavours to address a colossal hidden debt problem within its banking system, The Wall Street Journal reported. ... read..


Brand Dubai guide spotlights unique homegrown businesses promoting sustainability in the city
Middle East | December 5, 2023 11:50:41 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 5 (ANI/WAM): Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), has launched an interactive guide aimed at spotlighting unique homegrown businesses that are promoting sustainability in the city. ... read..


Hungarian Defense Minister reaffirms 'unwavering solidarity with Israel'
Middle East | December 5, 2023 11:50:30 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): On Tuesday, Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant hosted his Hungarian counterpart, Minister of Defense Kristof Szalay-Bobrovniczky, at the Ministry of Defense headquarters in Tel Aviv. ... read..


Israeli forces operating 'in the core of Khan Yunis'
Middle East | December 5, 2023 11:50:18 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Israeli forces are now operating in the heart of Khan Yunis, southern Gaza's largest city, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday. ... read..


Hamas drugged hostages before releasing them, Knesset told
Middle East | December 5, 2023 11:50:14 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Hamas drugged Israeli hostages before freeing them, "to make them look happy," a Health Ministry official told a Knesset panel on Tuesday. ... read..


"Strong and excellent": UAE envoy lauds India-UAE collaboration in addressing climate change at COP28
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 10:50:34 PM IST
UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali said on Tuesday that the India-UAE collaboration in addressing climate change was "strong and excellent." ... read..


Nigerian military drone attack mistakenly kills 85 civilians
Abuja | December 5, 2023 10:50:29 PM IST
The Nigerian Military that uses drones to target rebels, mistakenly killed at least 85 civilians gathered for a religious celebration in Tudun Biri village of Kaduna state's Igabi council area, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's Central Punjab office sealed again
Lahore | December 5, 2023 9:50:50 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) Central Punjab office was again sealed on Tuesday, just a day after it was reopened following court orders, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf intra-party elections challenged in election commission
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 9:50:46 PM IST
A challenge to the intra-party elections of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has been formally lodged with the Election Commission, as reported by ARY News on Tuesday. ... read..


Pak finance dept releases over PKR 17 billion to Election Commission for Feb 8 polls
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 9:50:40 PM IST
The Finance Division announced on Tuesday the disbursement of Pakistan Rupee (PKR) 17.4 billion to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) for the upcoming general elections scheduled for February 8, 2024, Dawn reported. ... read..


Suriname FM Albert Ramdin arrives in Delhi for key talks with counterpart Jaishankar
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 8:51:57 PM IST
Suriname's Foreign Minister Albert R Ramdin landed in New Delhi to a warm welcome as he gears up to co-chair the 8th India-Suriname Joint Commission Meeting. ... read..


Two missing Indians in Kenya: "Authorities on both sides have been in contact with each other," says MEA
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 8:51:41 PM IST
Stating that the authorities on both sides have been in contact with each other regarding two missing Indians in Kenya, a senior Ministry of External Affairs official said on Tuesday that "we should not speculate," as the investigation is ongoing. ... read..


Kenya shows interest in trading in national currency with India, wants to learn about UPI: MEA secretary
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 8:51:39 PM IST
Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (Economic Relations) Dammu Ravi on Tuesday said that Kenya showed interest in trading in national currency with India and the Kenyan authorities want to hold a meeting regarding it. ... read..


Israel repudiates UN official's claim it ordered evacuation of humanitarian supply warehouses
Middle East | December 5, 2023 8:51:37 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus falsely claimed on Tuesday that the WHO received instructions from the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) to, "remove our supplies from ou ... read..


Indian American Nikki Haley, Vivek Ramaswamy among 4 candidates qualified for GOP debate
Washington, DC | December 5, 2023 8:51:33 PM IST
The Republican National Committee (RNC) declared on Monday night that four candidates, including former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie (R), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, have qua ... read..


"If there's a country that could host COP summit successfully, it would be India": UAE envoy
By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | December 5, 2023 8:51:25 PM IST
Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's announcement about India's bid to host the COP33 Summit in 2028, UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, has expressed confidence in India's organisational prowess, asserting that India is more than capable ... read..


Cricket, Bollywood, India among top 25 most-read articles on English Wikipedia in 2023
San Francisco | December 5, 2023 7:51:08 PM IST
The Wikimedia Foundation, the non-profit that operates Wikipedia, on Tuesday released its annual list of the most-viewed articles on English Wikipedia in 2023. From ChatGPT and Cricket to Barbie and Bollywood, the articles tell the story of how society at ... read..


15th Indian-Russian Business Dialogue to be held on December 19 in Moscow
Moscow | December 5, 2023 7:51:06 PM IST
The 15th Indian-Russian Business Dialogue is scheduled to be held in Moscow on December 19, reported TV BRICS. ... read..


Soldiers mobilise to battle Israeli agriculture's 'Greatest manpower crisis'
Middle East | December 5, 2023 6:50:36 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): With Israeli agriculture facing staggering losses in production and manpower, the Ministry of Agriculture announced on Tuesday that 500 non-combat soldiers will be assigned to help farmers on a daily basis to help ... read..


India, Kenya unanimous that terrorism most serious challenge, nations to increase cooperation in counter-terrorism
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 5:52:21 PM IST
India and Kenya are unanimous that terrorism is the most serious challenge and the two countries have decided to increase mutual cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Tuesday. ... read..


President Ruto's visit seals 5 landmark MoUs, MEA Secy highlights strategic collaboration between India, Kenya
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 5:51:42 PM IST
In a pivotal visit by the President of Kenya, William Samoei Ruto, to India, both countries have solidified their longstanding relationship through a series of five Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and strategic collaborations spanning diverse sectors, s ... read..


PM Modi holds talks with Kenyan President Ruto; India to provide Kenya USD 250 mn line of credit for modernising agriculture
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 4:51:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and Kenya will continue to explore new opportunities to realise the full potential of economic cooperation between two nations. He stressed that India has remained a trusted and committed development part ... read..


"Defence forces of India, Kenya to work together" says Kenyan President William Ruto
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 4:51:40 PM IST
Kenyan President William Ruto on Tuesday called terrorism a big issue for India and Kenya. Ruto said he and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed that defence forces of India and Kenya will work together in collaboration, sharing information, experienc ... read..


Gilgit-Baltistan: Massive protests erupt after terrorists kill nine bus passengers
Chilas (Gilgit Baltistan) | December 5, 2023 3:50:53 PM IST
Massive protests erupted across Gilgit Baltistan after terrorists ambushed a local bus, killing nine and injuring at least 26 others on December 2. ... read..


PM Modi holds talks with Kenyan President Ruto; India to provide Kenya USD 200 mn line of credit for modernising agriculture
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 3:50:28 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said India and Kenya will continue to explore new opportunities to realise the full potential of economic cooperation between two nations. He stressed that India has remained a trusted and committed development part ... read..


Israel strikes Hamas positions in refugee camp, Hezbollah facilities
Middle East | December 5, 2023 2:52:35 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Israeli forces continued their attacks on Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip, and completed their encirclement of the Jabaliya refugee camp, the Israel Defense Forces said on Tuesday morning. ... read..


US Commerce Secy Raimondo, Piyush Goyal discuss future collaboration on supply chains
Washington DC | December 5, 2023 1:52:38 PM IST
US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal discussed future collaboration on supply chains, workforce development and other sectors. ... read..


Delegation of hostages' families meets with Australian PM and other leaders
Middle East | December 5, 2023 1:52:30 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): From November 27 to December 3, a delegation of the relatives of Israeli hostages held in Gaza visited Australia as part of a diplomatic initiative by Israel's Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and the Fight Against Ant ... read..


PM Narendra Modi meets Kenyan President William Ruto at Hyderabad House in Delhi
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 1:52:10 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Kenyan President William Ruto at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Tuesday. The two leaders will hold discussions on deepening the partnership between India and Kenya. ... read..


OECD Secretary-General meets Israel's President, senior ministers
Middle East | December 5, 2023 1:52:02 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 5 (ANI/TPS): Secretary-General of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), Mathias Korman is in Israel. On Monday, he met with Israel's President Isaac Herzog, its Foreign Minister Eli Cohen and its Fi ... read..


"India, Kenya great friends": Visiting Kenyan President William Ruto calls for consolidation of bilateral ties
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 12:51:46 PM IST
Terming India and Kenya as "great friends," visiting Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto has called for the need to consolidate the relationship between the two countries, which had diplomatic engagement at different levels since 1948. ... read..


Kenyan President William Ruto pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 12:51:34 PM IST
Kenyan President William Ruto paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at his memorial at Rajghat in New Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..


Pakistan: Three children among 4 persons injured in Peshawar blast
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 12:51:22 PM IST
At least four people including three children were injured in an explosion in Pakistan's Peshawar on Tuesday, the country's Geo News reported citing police and hospital officials. ... read..


Kenyan President William Ruto accorded ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan
New Delhi | December 5, 2023 11:51:45 AM IST
Kenyan President William Ruto was on Tuesday accorded a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. ... read..


US: Massive explosion at house in Arlington after man fires flare gun to scare off policemen
Washington DC | December 5, 2023 10:49:49 AM IST
A massive explosion was reported at a house in Arlington in the US after a suspect fired a flare gun inside a house at police personnel who were executing a search warrant, police said. ... read..


US Principal Dy NSA acknowledges India's establishment of probe into alleged failed assasination plot in US
Washington DC | December 5, 2023 9:50:06 AM IST
US Principal Deputy National Security Advisor Jon Finer acknowledged India's establishment of a Committee of Enquiry to investigate plotting in the US. ... read..


Chinese state-backed cyberattacks hack off potential adversaries
Asia | December 5, 2023 9:50:02 AM IST
Few doubt that China is responsible for a massive campaign of computer hacking and nefarious cyber activities. Beijing denies any culpability for cyberattacks, calling such accusations "baseless", but the weight of evidence rests squarely against China. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 jolts China's Xinjiang
Beijing | December 5, 2023 8:51:03 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 on the Richter Scale jolted China's Xinjiang on Tuesday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. According to NCS, the depth of the earthquake that occurred on Tuesday at 6:18 am (IST) was found to be 150 kilometers. ... read..


"We will operate in maximum force": Israel warns as truce with Hamas reaches 'dead end'
Tel Aviv | December 5, 2023 7:50:18 AM IST
Amid the resumption of hostilities after the end of the truce between Israel and Hamas, the Israel Defence Force (IDF) spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari reaffirmed that it will use all its power against Hamas terrorists, adding that the country used ... read..


Ruchira Kamboj chairs briefing ahead of 62nd UN Commission for Social Development
New York | December 5, 2023 7:50:14 AM IST
India's permanent representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, on Monday chaired an insightful member-state briefing in preparation for the 62nd UN Commission for Social Development in February 2024. ... read..


Estonia plans to produce electricity from 100pc clean sources by 2050: Estonian delegation
Asia | December 5, 2023 6:50:29 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 5 (ANI/WAM): Keit Kasemets, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Climate of Estonia and Head of the Estonian Delegation to the United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28), described the current edition of the clim ... read..


Multilateral Development Banks unlock over $180 billion worth of climate finance at COP28
Asia | December 5, 2023 6:50:27 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 5 (ANI/WAM): Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) joined together at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai to commit to ambitious climate action and unlock over US$180 billion in climate finance. ... read..


Panel discussion on empowering women refugees hosted
Asia | December 5, 2023 6:50:25 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 5 (ANI/WAM): The Brussels International Center (BIC) co-hosted an event titled "Empowering Women Refugees: Opportunities and Challenges for Climate Action" organised by the Sheikha Fatima Fund for Women Refugees represented by Dr ... read..


Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu convenes war cabinet meeting amid Gaza tensions
Tel Aviv | December 5, 2023 5:50:56 AM IST
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a meeting of his war cabinet at the Defence Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv on Tuesday. ... read..


Pakistan withdraws Covid-19 vaccination certificate requirement for Haj visitors
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 5:50:50 AM IST
The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony in Pakistan announced that those performing Haj next year would not need to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination, The News International reported. ... read..


Israeli activist group publishes full-page ad, calls on world to recognise women's abuse by Hamas
Tel Aviv | December 5, 2023 4:51:26 AM IST
Amid the resumption of the ongoing war with terror group Hamas, following a temporary hold on hostilities to facilitate the release of hostages in Gaza, an Israeli activist group published a full-page advertisement in the New York Times, calling on the UN ... read..


Israel not giving up on women hostages held by Hamas: US
Washington, DC | December 5, 2023 4:51:23 AM IST
Amid the resumption of the ground offensive against Hamas, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Monday said Israel was not ready to give up on the release of women hostages held by Hamas, adding that the terror group will "not release" them from ... read..


'Anti-semitic': "White House blasts pro-Palestinian protest outside Philly kosher restaurant
Washington, DC | December 5, 2023 2:50:46 AM IST
The White House labelled a pro-Palestinian rally, held over the weekend outside a kosher restaurant in Philadelphia, as 'anti-semitic', The Times of Israel reported on Monday. ... read..


Pak poll panel writes to caretaker govt, seeks army deployment in upcoming general elections
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 2:50:42 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) requested Pakistan's caretaker government to deploy the army and civil armed forces at polling stations during the upcoming general elections on February 8 next year, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Pakistan: PPP leader Asif Zardari rules out 'seat adjustment' with any party
Islamabad | December 5, 2023 2:50:40 AM IST
Former President and the co-chairman of the Pakistan People's Party, Asif Ali Zardari, ruled out the possibility of seat adjustment with any political party in the 2024 general elections, ARY News reported on Tuesday. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 strikes Tibet's Xizang
Xizang | December 5, 2023 2:50:38 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale struck Tibet's Xizang on Tuesday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) informed. ... read..


UK PM announces curbs to cut immigration rate, bans international students from bringing families
London | December 5, 2023 1:50:30 AM IST
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday announced a series of new steps to crack down on soaring immigration in the country. ... read..


"We oppose transnational oppression": US amid indictment of Indian in alleged foiled plot to kill Sikh separatist Pannun
Washington, DC | December 5, 2023 1:50:26 AM IST
Amid the indictment of an Indian in an alleged foiled assassination plot in the US, State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller said on Monday that Washington opposes any 'transnational oppression' across the world while clarifying that the comment wasn't ... read..


MoS Rajkumar Ranjan Singh's visit bolsters India-Malaysia ties, advances strategic partnership
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 11:51:37 PM IST
In a significant diplomatic development, the recent visit of Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, to Malaysia has played a pivotal role in reinforcing the bilateral cooperation established under the India-Malaysia E ... read..


Israeli research opens door to reversing effects of early childhood trauma on brain
Middle East | December 4, 2023 11:51:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): Untold numbers of Israeli children will have lasting psychological scars from the trauma of the Gaza war. Those scars can come from fleeing rocket barrages, witnessing atrocities committed by Hamas terrorists in th ... read..


More than 11,500 rockets launched at Israel since October 7
Middle East | December 4, 2023 11:51:22 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): Palestinian terrorists have fired more than 11,500 rockets towards Israeli territory since Hamas launched a war against the Jewish state on October 7, the Israeli Foreign Ministry said on Monday. ... read..


Deployed in Gaza for first time, Israel's newest combat brigade has destroyed 30 tunnels
Middle East | December 4, 2023 11:51:18 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): For the first time since its establishment in 2005, the Israeli military's Kfir Brigade is operating in the Gaza Strip and its forces have already located and destroyed more than 30 tunnel shafts. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar calls on President of Kenya, William Samoei Ruto
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 10:51:32 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, who is on a two-day state visit to India. ... read..


At Global Technology Summit, Jaishankar highlights India's Digital Public Infrastructure success
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 10:51:08 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar outlined India's digital progress on Monday, emphasising the success of the Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) in democratising technology. ... read..


IDF expands ground operations in Gaza, dozens of tanks enter besieged enclave
Gaza Border | December 4, 2023 9:50:10 PM IST
Dozens of Israeli tanks, armoured personnel carriers, and bulldozers entered the southern part of the Gaza Strip near Khan Younis as part of an expanded ground offensive, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan urges summoning of 'ex-army general, US envoy' for cypher trial
Rawalpindi | December 4, 2023 9:50:00 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) lawyer, Babar Awan, revealed on Monday that former Prime Minister Imran Khan is seeking to summon an "ex-army general and a US envoy" during the proceedings of the cypher case at Adiala Jail, Dawn reported. ... read..


Ukraine probes alleged killing of surrendered soldiers by Russian troops
Kyiv | December 4, 2023 8:49:39 PM IST
Ukrainian prosecutors are launching an investigation into whether Russian forces executed two Ukrainian service members who had reportedly surrendered, CNN reported. ... read..


Nepal demands compensation, repatriation as 6 Nepalese soldiers serving in Russian Army killed in Ukraine war
Kathmandu | December 4, 2023 8:49:33 PM IST
Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday announced the deaths of six Nepali youth who were recruited in the Russian Army and killed in the war with Ukraine. In a press release issued on Monday evening, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also requested t ... read..


India re-elected to International Maritime Organisation with highest votes
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 7:49:50 PM IST
India got re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation's (IMO) Council for the 2024-2025 biennium with the highest-ever votes in its favour at the 33rd assembly of IMO late last night. ... read..


Oxford Word of the Year 2023 is "Rizz," the ability to attract a romantic partner
London | December 4, 2023 7:49:40 PM IST
The Oxford Word of the Year for 2023 has been crowned, and this time, it's a charismatic newcomer taking the spotlight. "Rizz," derived from the term "charisma," has claimed the top spot, defined by Oxford University Press (OUP) as a person's ability to a ... read..


India, US conduct comprehensive review of iCET to pave way for enhanced collaboration
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 7:49:12 PM IST
In a significant stride towards bolstering technological cooperation, Jonathan Finer, the Principal Deputy National Security Adviser of the United States, held consultations with Vikram Misri, Deputy National Security Adviser (Strategic Affairs) and the d ... read..


"Bharat is a statement of independence": Jaishankar emphasises building strong 'Bharat' narrative
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 5:50:39 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday underscored the importance of building a comprehensive narrative for 'Bharat', asserting, "Bharat is a statement of independence." ... read..


Pak: 4 held in Lahore for illicit kidney trade; 90 victims identified
Lahore | December 4, 2023 5:50:31 PM IST
Punjab police busted an illegal organ harvesting ring, arresting four people for surgically removing kidneys from 90 individuals in Lahore, as reported by ARY News on Monday. ... read..


Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah to begin India visit today
Riyadh | December 4, 2023 4:50:57 PM IST
Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah will begin his official visit to India today as part of a series of international tours aimed at showcasing Saudi Arabia's unwavering commitment to serving Umrah performers and visitors. ... read..


UK: Experts discuss causes behind failure of China's Belt and Road Initiative in Nepal
London | December 4, 2023 4:50:45 PM IST
The Democracy Forum (TDF) organised a webinar titled 'Why has China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) failed to take off in Nepal?" where panellists expressed their views on the causes of the failure of the project. ... read..


Agreement reached to withdraw Indian military personnel from Maldives: President Mohamed Muizzu
Male | December 4, 2023 4:50:32 PM IST
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has conveyed the Indian government's assurance to honour and respect the desire of the Maldivian people to abstain from accommodating foreign military presence within the country. ... read..


COP28 sets table for sustainable food driving Climate Action
Middle East | December 4, 2023 3:50:58 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 4 (ANI/WAM): The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) is full of innovative initiatives that embody the UAE's commitment to raising public awareness of the importance of climate change and the need to adopt sustainable community pr ... read..


Israel: Massive industrial zone project 'Sagi 2000' moving forward
Middle East | December 4, 2023 3:50:54 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Land Authority's plan to expand the industrial zone "Sagi 2000" in the Jezreel Valley (northern Israel) Regional Council has been approved and will allow the establishment of 100 new factories there. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets US Principal Deputy NSA Jon Finer
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 3:50:19 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Monday met US Principal Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA) Jon Finer, the two exchanged views on the global situation. ... read..


Israel: New Eilat housing complex planned
Middle East | December 4, 2023 2:50:32 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 4 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Land Authority, Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing and the private company "Dira L'haskir" (apartment for rent) announced a public tender for entering into a development agreement for the desi ... read..


Arnold Dix is hero of Australia-India bilateral relations: Envoy Philip Green
By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | December 4, 2023 2:50:30 PM IST
Australian High Commissioner to India Philip Green on Monday honoured international tunnelling expert Arnold Dix for the Uttarkashi rescue and called him the hero of Australia-India bilateral relations. ... read..


Commander of Sri Lankan Army lays wreath at National War Memorial
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 1:50:14 PM IST
Commander of the Sri Lankan Army Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage on Monday laid a wreath the National War Memorial in New Delhi. ... read..


Sindh Freedom movement protests illegal immigration, disappearance of Sindhis in Pakistan
Karachi | December 4, 2023 1:49:56 PM IST
Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) (A freedom-based political party working for the freedom of Sindhu Desh) marked National Sindhi Cultural Day with widespread protests demanding a stop in illegal immigration as well as release of missing persons of Sindh ... read..


Taliban appointed minister criticizes poor quality of education in Afghanistan's religious schools
Kabul | December 4, 2023 11:50:19 AM IST
Afghanistan's Taliban-appointed Acting Minister of Education Habibullah Agha has criticized the poor quality of education in the country's religious schools, TOLO News reported. ... read..


International sanctions on banking sector affect trade: Head of Afghan business council in UAE
Kabul | December 4, 2023 10:51:11 AM IST
The head of the Afghan business council in the UAE, Haji Obaidullah Sader Khail has said international sanctions on the Afghan banking sector affect trade, TOLO News reported. ... read..


11 dead, 12 missing after Indonesia's Mount Marapi erupts
Jakarta | December 4, 2023 10:50:53 AM IST
Eleven climbers were killed and more than 12 are reported missing after Indonesia's Mount Marapi erupted, local officials have said, Al Jazeera reported on Monday ... read..


UNSC to hold meeting on Afghanistan this month
Kabul | December 4, 2023 9:49:47 AM IST
The UN Security Council (UNSC) has said that it will convene for its quarterly open briefing on Afghanistan in December, TOLO News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: JSFM celebrates Sindhi Cultural Day with national strength
Karachi | December 4, 2023 9:49:30 AM IST
Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) (A freedom-based political party working for the freedom of Sindhu Desh) celebrated National Sindhi Cultural Day with national strength and courage. ... read..


"Historic and unprecedented": Global media commends PM Modi after saffron sweep in three states
New Delhi | December 4, 2023 8:49:44 AM IST
After BJP swept three of the four states, the results for which were declared on Sunday, global media commended the victory as an 'expansion of PM Modi dominance', adding that the outcomes were 'vital' ahead of the Lok Sabha elections next year. ... read..


UK to start Gaza surveillance flights to locate captives held by Hamas
Tel Aviv | December 4, 2023 6:50:06 AM IST
The military in the United Kingdom (UK) will operate surveillance flights over Gaza to help locate captives held by Hamas, Al Jazeera reported quoting the British Ministry of Defence. ... read..


Tunisia aims to reach 30 pc renewable energy in 2030: Delegate at COP28
Asia | December 4, 2023 6:50:04 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 4 (ANI/WAM): Mohamed Zmerli, Official Representative of Tunisia in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), said that his country has set a goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45 per cent by 2030, an ... read..


Climate finance pledges cause for optimism: Secretary of Finance of Philippines
Asia | December 4, 2023 6:50:02 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 4 (ANI/WAM): Benjamin Diokn, Secretary of Finance of the Philippines, underscored the significance of COP28 to the world in general and the Philippines in particulate, which he said is "one of the most prone countries to the effects ... read..


Prime Minister of Uganda praises UAE for successful hosting of COP28
Asia | December 4, 2023 6:50:00 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 4 (ANI/WAM): Robinah Nabbanja, Prime Minister of the Republic of Uganda, called for African countries to be the first beneficiaries of the funds allocated to climate change solutions. ... read..


Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu holds phone briefing with war cabinet, security chiefs
Tel Aviv | December 4, 2023 5:50:08 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a telephone assessment with his advisors amid the war against Hamas in the region on Monday. ... read..


Israel has begun expanding ground operations in Gaza: IDF
Tel Aviv | December 4, 2023 4:49:38 AM IST
Israel has started expanding its ground operations to the whole of the Gaza Strip, CNN reported quoting Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 6.8 jolts Philippines
Mindanao | December 4, 2023 3:49:31 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 6.8 on the Richter Scale struck the Philippines on Monday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..


Pakistan: 253,068 illegal Afghan immigrants repatriated from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | December 4, 2023 3:49:29 AM IST
As part of the ongoing drive to repatriate illegal Afghan immigrants in Pakistan, a total of 253,068 people returned until December 2 through three border points in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province of Pakistan, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..


Death toll from floods, landslides in Tanzania rises to 23
Dar Es Salaam | December 4, 2023 2:50:57 AM IST
At least 23 people lost their lives after floods and subsequent landslides caused by overnight torrential rains wreaked havoc in northern Tanzania on Sunday afternoon, Xinhua reported citing local officials. ... read..


Pakistan: Electric Supply Company imposes PKR 516.8 million fine on electricity thieves
Faisalabad | December 4, 2023 2:50:53 AM IST
As part of an anti-power theft campaign, the Faisalabad Electric Supply Company (FESCO) imposed a fine of Pakistan rupees (PKR) 516.8 million (approximately 1.8 million USD) on electricity thieves caught during 86 days of crackdown in the region, ARY News ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 hits Pakistan
Islamabad | December 4, 2023 1:50:25 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.8 on the Richter Scale struck Pakistan on Saturday night, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) informed. ... read..


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