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Israel confirms deaths of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza Strip
Tel Aviv | December 2, 2023 8:50:01 AM IST
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson, Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, confirmed the deaths of several hostages held by the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip, as reported by The Times of Israel on Saturday. ... read..


South Korea launches its first indigenous military spy satellite amid threats from North Korea
Seoul | December 2, 2023 6:50:15 AM IST
Amid growing threats from North Korea, South Korea successfully launched its first indigenous military spy satellite from a US military base in California on Friday (local time), Yonhap news agency reported citing South Korea's defence ministry on Saturda ... read..


Russian President Putin signs new decree to boost troop numbers
Moscow | December 2, 2023 6:50:13 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed an executive order to increase the number of military personnel in the Russian Armed Forces by nearly 170,000, as reported by Russian news agency TASS. ... read..


Communication, cooperation are key to overcoming climate challenges: Mansour bin Zayed
Asia | December 2, 2023 6:50:07 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 2 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, said that the UAE seeks a world in which peace, stability, cooperation and sustainability, prevail. ... read..


UAE: UAQ Ruler inauguartes phase 1 of Umm Al Qaiwain Creek Waterfront Development
Asia | December 2, 2023 6:50:05 AM IST
Umm Al Qaiwain [UAE], December 2 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, inaugurated today the first phase of the Umm Al Qaiwain Creek Waterfront Development as part of the emirate's celebrations o ... read..


UAE President honours 11 winners of Zayed Sustainability Prize at COP28
Asia | December 2, 2023 6:50:03 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 2 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today honoured the winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize in a ceremony held as part of the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) hosted by the UAE at Expo City Dubai. ... read..


"Thank you, Dubai": PM Modi shares glimpses of COP28 Summit
New Delhi | December 2, 2023 5:50:17 AM IST
After participating in the Conference of Parties-28 (COP28) in Dubai on Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video of the COP28 and reiterated his commitment to work together for a better planet. ... read..


'India's been great oceanographic nation', says FMBA Head of Oceans and Natural Resources
Dubai | December 2, 2023 5:50:15 AM IST
The FMBA Head of Oceans and Natural Resources, Commonwealth Secretariat Dr Nicholas Hardman-Mountford said on Friday that India's role in bringing the solution to climate change is very 'critical' and termed India a 'great oceanographic nation'. ... read..


US appeals court rejects broad immunity claim for Trump in Jan 6 violence case
Washington, DC | December 2, 2023 5:50:13 AM IST
A federal appeals court in the US has rejected a broad assertion of immunity for former President Donald Trump over the January 6 violence at the White House, where his supporters attempted to thwart the certification of his election loss to Joe Biden, Th ... read..


Humanitarian pause ended because of Hamas, says US State Secy Blinken as Israel-Hamas fighting resumes
Dubai | December 2, 2023 4:50:35 AM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Saturday that the pause in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict ended due to Hamas, claiming the terror group 'reneged' on commitments. ... read..


PM Modi arrives in Delhi after attending COP28 Summit in Dubai
New Delhi | December 2, 2023 3:51:01 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Delhi airport on Friday late night after a landmark visit to Dubai, where he attended the the Conference of Parties-28 (COP28). ... read..


"Good friends at COP28": Italian PM Giorgia Meloni posts selfie with PM Modi
Dubai | December 2, 2023 2:50:30 AM IST
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni posted a selfie with Prime Minister Narendra Modi taken during their meeting on sidelines of the ongoing 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai on Friday. ... read..


NASA administrator lauds Chandrayaan-3 success, highlights NISAR mission collaboration with India
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 2, 2023 2:50:26 AM IST
Noting India's success in the Chandrayaan-3 mission, NASA administrator Bill Nelson said on Friday that India has done something that no other country has done, and it deserve every bit of praise for the accomplishment. ... read..


COP-28 Summit: Sadhguru says soil is ultimate unifier, stresses on revitalisation policies
Dubai | December 2, 2023 12:20:49 AM IST
Advocating soil revitalization policies, founder of the Isha Foundation Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev said on Friday that soil is the "ultimate unifier" and faith leaders can play an instrumental role in influencing and inspiring people and policymakers to enact ... read..


Afghanistan to receive humanitarian aid of 60 million euros from Germany
Kabul | December 2, 2023 12:20:47 AM IST
Germany has announced humanitarian aid of 60 million euros for Afghanistan. The monetary assistance will help Afghans who have returned from Pakistan and the victims of the earthquake in Herat province, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


COP-28 Summit: After engagements with world leaders, climate action initiatives, PM Modi wraps up UAE visit
Dubai | December 2, 2023 12:20:32 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wrapped up his day-long visit to the UAE after successfully attending the World Climate Action Summit of the Conference of Parties-28. ... read..


Israeli military releases map of evacuation zones for civilians in Gaza
Middle East | December 2, 2023 12:20:28 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): Now that the "Pause" in fighting for the release of hostages has ended after six days, the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) stipulated that the movement of the civilian population in Gaza will be conducted for its prote ... read..


UAE Union became solid thanks to national cohesion: UAQ Ruler
Middle East | December 2, 2023 12:20:26 AM IST
Umm Al Qaiwain [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Rashid Al Mu'alla, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Umm Al Qaiwain, lauded the 52nd anniversary of Union Day as a great occasion for all of "our hearts and a shining mark in the history of the ... read..


UAE President meets with leaders of Germany, Serbia, Albania at COP-28
Middle East | December 2, 2023 12:20:20 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met individually today with Olaf Scholz, Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany; Aleksandar Vucic, President of the Republic of Serbia; and Edi Rama, Prime Minister of ... read..


UAE steadily advancing towards bright future: Fujairah Ruler
Middle East | December 2, 2023 12:20:08 AM IST
Fujairah [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, said, "We rejoice on this glorious day, and we honour the achievements of the Founding Fathers and the accomplishments of our children ... read..


PM Modi meets UK counterpart Rishi Sunak on sidelines of COP 28 Summit in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:59 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the United Kingdom Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, on the sidelines of the ongoing Conference of Parties (COP) 28 Summit in Dubai on Friday. ... read..


India's National AIDS Control Program acclaimed as global model: US Ambassador Garcetti
Kohima (Nagaland) | December 1, 2023 11:20:47 PM IST
US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti said on Friday that India's National AIDS Control Programme has been acclaimed as a global model, and the US government is proud to support the country's efforts to combat the disease. ... read..


PM Modi meets Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni, says he looks forward to collaborative efforts for sustainable future
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:44 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni on the sidelines of the COP28 Summit in Dubai and said he looks forward to India-Italy collaborative efforts for a sustainable, prosperous future. ... read..


Need to add positive points to earth's 'health card', says PM Modi; web portal of Green Credits Programme launched at COP-28
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:32 PM IST
Noting that the purview of carbon credit is very limited which could be marked by a lack of a sense of social responsibility, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for emphasis on a new philosophy in a holistic manner, stating that this is the fou ... read..


"Green Credits initiative is promising additional tool to enhance climate action:" Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:28 PM IST
Sweden Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has said that the Green Credits initiative is a promising additional tool to enhance climate action at a time when there is urgency and opportunities for climate transition in our societies. ... read..


PM Modi meets UAE President on sidelines of COP-28 Summit in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:18 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the COP-28 Summit in UAE. ... read..


India, Sweden announce launch of LeadIT 2 in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:16 PM IST
India and Sweden announced on Friday the launch of the Leadership Group for Industry Transition 2.0 (LeadIT 2.0) in Dubai. ... read..


COP-28: UN Secretary General meets PM Modi in Dubai, welcomes his Green Credit Initiative
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:20:09 PM IST
Appreciating India's efforts in the areas of sustainable development and climate action under its G20 Presidency, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Friday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi' s Green Credit Initiative in Dubai. ... read..


COP-28 Summit: PM Modi holds bilateral meetings with Presidents of France, Maldives, Uzbekistan
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:19:50 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in Dubai on Friday and discussed climate action and climate financing, among others. ... read..


London: India elected again to International Maritime Organisation Council with highest votes
London | December 1, 2023 11:19:44 PM IST
India has received the maximum votes among the candidates in the category of ten states with the largest interest in international seaborne trade at the 2024-2025 International Maritime Organisation Council Elections held in London on Friday. ... read..


PM Modi meets Israeli President Isaac Herzog on sidelines of COP28 in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 7:50:49 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met Israeli President Isaac Herzog on the sidelines of the World Climate Action Summit of the Conference Of Parties-28 in Dubai. ... read..


Climate finance, technology extremely essential to fulfil aspirations of Global South: PM Modi
Dubai | December 1, 2023 7:50:23 PM IST
Noting that the countries in the Global South have had an immense impact of climate change on them, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that to fulfil the aspirations of the Global South, climate finance and technology are essential. ... read..


PM Modi meets King of Bahrain, Ethiopian PM on sidelines of COP 28 in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 6:50:15 PM IST
On the sidelines of the Conference of Parties (COP) 28 Summit in Dubai, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and said that India deeply values its strong ties with the Gulf nation. ... read..


Serbian President extends invitation to PM Modi to visit country
Dubai | December 1, 2023 6:50:05 PM IST
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic on Friday extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Serbia. ... read..


India to host COP33 Summit in 2028: PM Modi
Dubai | December 1, 2023 5:51:17 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India is among the few countries which is on course to meet Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) as part of efforts to combat climate change and proposed that the country will host COP33 in 2028. ... read..


"I propose to host COP33 Summit in India in 2028": PM Modi in Dubai
Dubai | December 1, 2023 5:51:09 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India is among the few countries which is on course to meet Intended Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) as part of efforts to combat climate change and proposed that the country will host COP33 in 2028. ... read..


India presented excellent example of balance between ecology and economy before world: PM Modi
Dubai | December 1, 2023 5:51:05 PM IST
Lauding India's capability of emerging as one of those economies which is on the path to meet NDC (Nationally Determined Contributions) targets, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India has presented an excellent example of balance between ecology ... read..


After historic ruling, Nepal's first same-sex couple promise to continue fight for further recognition
By Binod Prasad Adhikari

Kathmandu | December 1, 2023 4:51:36 PM IST
Getting clicked with their marriage registration certificate was no less than holding a victory trophy for Maya Gurung and Surendra Pandey -- Nepal's first gay couple -- who got the recognition of their marriage in a historic development for the Himalayan ... read..


PM Modi meets with UAE Vice President, other world leaders on COP28 Summit sidelines
Dubai | December 1, 2023 3:50:33 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with the UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and other world leaders on Friday on the sidelines of the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UNFCCC (COP28) Summit. ... read..


Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan urges Chief Justice Isa to protect fundamental rights of his party
Islamabad | December 1, 2023 3:50:26 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently in prison has written to the country's Chief Justice (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa urging him to protect the fundamental rights of his party the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Two coal miners killed, 3 others injured as fire erupts in private mine
Islamabad | December 1, 2023 2:50:32 PM IST
Two coal miners were killed and three others injured after a fire broke out in a private mine in the Duki coal field in Pakistan's Balochistan, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Man who shot Jerusalem 'terrorist' dies of injuries
Middle East | December 1, 2023 2:50:30 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): An Israeli civilian who fired on two Palestinian terrorists during a Thursday morning shooting attack died of his injuries. ... read..


Israel on alert on explosive northern front as Hezbollah lurks
Middle East | December 1, 2023 2:50:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): As Israel prepares for the strong possibility of a resumption of war against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli Defense Forces is also currently in a heightened state of alert and preparedness along the border wi ... read..


UAE: PM Modi, World leaders gather in Dubai for COP28 World Climate Action Summit
Dubai | December 1, 2023 2:50:12 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other world leaders gathered in Dubai for the COP28 World Climate Action summit. The leaders were seen posing for the customary 'family photograph' as the summit got underway on Friday. ... read..


PM Modi arrives at COP28 Leadership Pavilion; UAE President, UN Chief welcome him
Dubai | December 1, 2023 1:50:27 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday arrived at the annual Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 28) Leadership Pavilion. ... read..


"India fulfilling commitments made in Paris" says Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev ahead of COP28 Summit
Dubai | December 1, 2023 1:50:24 PM IST
Ahead of the COP28 Summit in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev said that India's leadership is very important in the direction of climate action. ... read..


India, Nepal hold Projects Portfolio Performance Review meeting
Kathmandu | December 1, 2023 12:50:51 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu and Nepal's Ministry of Finance held the Projects Portfolio Performance Review Meeting on Thursday. ... read..


IDF resumes combat, accuses Hamas of violating truce agreement
Tel Aviv | December 1, 2023 12:50:47 PM IST
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have accused Hamas of violating the operational pause by not providing the list of hostages to be released today by 7 am (local time) and also firing toward Israeli territory. ... read..


Rapper Toomaj Salehi arrested in Iran
Atlanta | December 1, 2023 12:50:38 PM IST
A previously detained Iranian rapper, Toomaj Salehi has been rearrested in northern Iran on Thursday, less than two weeks after his release from prison, CNN reported citing his official social media channel. ... read..


Eighth edition of Global Technology Summit to begin in New Delhi from December 4
New Delhi | December 1, 2023 12:50:23 PM IST
The eighth edition of the Global Technology Summit (GTS) will be held in New Delhi from December 4-6. The inaugural session of the Summit will begin with an address by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. ... read..


New York appeals court reinstates gag order against Donald Trump in civil fraud trial
New York | December 1, 2023 12:50:14 PM IST
A New York appellate court reinstated the gag order against former President Donald Trump in the ongoing USD 250 million civil fraud trial, CNN reported. ... read..


Japan showcases sustainable solutions for climate change challenges at COP28
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:50:06 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): The Japanese pavilion at COP28 showcased sustainable solutions for a range of climate challenges, transportation sector, energy and recycling. ... read..


Carbon capture and storage technology is crucial to reduce carbon emissions: CCS Institute
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:50:04 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): Dr Mohammad Abu Zahra, Head of the Middle East North Africa (MENA) region at the Global Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Institute, said that there are ongoing discussions to come out of the climate conference with a com ... read..


Al Jundi Journal publishes its issue for December 2023
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:50:02 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): Al Jundi Journal issued by the UAE Ministry of Defence has published its new December 2023 issue No. 599. ... read..


Israel: New school for Gaza area evacuees opens in Eilat
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:50:00 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Education Yoav Kish Thursday morning inaugurated the "Eshkolot" school - a school established for students who were evacuated from Sderot (a town just north of Gaza attacked o October 7) and th ... read..


US Foreign Relations Committee Chair Ben Cardin calls alleged failed plot to kill Pannun "disturbing"
Washington DC | December 1, 2023 11:50:52 AM IST
US Senator and Chair of the Foreign Relations Committee Ben Cardin on Thursday said that the US Justice Department's indictment of an Indian national for his alleged involvement in a failed assassination plot was disturbing, and that he will be chairing a ... read..


COP28: Opening session address, special initiatives, bilaterals; here's how PM Modi's day in UAE looks like
Dubai | December 1, 2023 11:50:40 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi who is in the United Arab Emirates to attend the United Nations's COP28 Summit in Dubai is set to have a busy day in Dubai on Friday. ... read..


Mauritius: 14th Annual Special Forces and Diver Refresher Course by Indian Navy concludes
Port Louis | December 1, 2023 11:50:34 AM IST
The 14th Annual Special Forces and Diver Refresher course conducted by the Indian Navy's Mobile Training Team at Mauritius concluded on November 24, which saw three weeks of intense training by 50 personnel, the Indian Navy said in a statement on Friday. ... read..


Rocket fired from within Gaza as ceasefire draws to an end
Tel Aviv | December 1, 2023 11:50:27 AM IST
Sirens in Israel were alarmed on Friday morning as a rocket was launched from within Gaza. The attack would be the first in a week, being launched an hour before the end of the agreed ceasefire between the two forces, reported The Times of Israel. ... read..


"Climate action must ensure that priorities of Global South is not compromised": PM Modi
Dubai | December 1, 2023 10:51:19 AM IST
Advocating for strong global cooperation against climate change, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it must be ensured that these actions don't compromise the development priorities of the Global South. ... read..


India, UAE remain steadfast in joint efforts to influence global discourse on climate action: PM Modi
Dubai | December 1, 2023 10:51:13 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called India and UAE partners in shaping a "greener and prosperous future." He emphasised that the two nations remain steadfast in joint efforts to influence global discourse on climate action. ... read..


MoS Meenakashi Lekhi, Bulgaria's Culture Minister exchange ideas on 'more robust and closer cultural cooperation'
Sofia | December 1, 2023 9:49:36 AM IST
Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi held a meeting with Bulgaria's Minister of Culture Krastyu Krastev and exchanged ideas on "more robust and closer cultural cooperation. The two leaders exchanged views on celebrating 70 y ... read..


Russia top court outlaws "extremist" LGBT movement, bans all activities in its territory
Moscow | December 1, 2023 9:49:28 AM IST
In a major ruling, the Russian Supreme Court declared the international LGBT movement as an "extremist organization," and issued a ban on its activities in the Russian territory, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


"Hamas not a terror organisation...": Palestine envoy to India
Kozhikode (Kerala) | December 1, 2023 9:49:24 AM IST
Coming out heavily against Israel, Palestinian Ambassador to India, Adnan Abu Al-Haija on Thursday said that Hamas is "not a terror organisation" but "freedom fighters" fighting against the occupation. ... read..


'It's good and appropriate': US on Indian investigation into alleged foiled plot to kill Sikh separatist Pannun
Tel Aviv | December 1, 2023 9:49:22 AM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called US Justice Department's indictment of an Indian national for his alleged involvement in a foiled plot to assassinate Gurpatwant Pannun, a US-based leader of the Sikh Separatist Movement, an ongoing legal mat ... read..


Montenegro President visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
Middle East | December 1, 2023 7:49:57 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 1 (ANI/WAM): Jakov Milatovic, President of the Republic of Montenegro, visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. ... read..


Israel defence minister Gallant tells Antony Blinken Israel will fight Hamas for as long as it takes
Middle East | December 1, 2023 7:49:55 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant and former Minister of defence and now minister without portfolio in the special War Cabinet Benny Gantz both met Thursday evening with the visiting US Secretary of State A ... read..


'Immediate focus is to extend the pause; continue to get more hostages out of Gaza,' says US State Secy Blinken
Tel Aviv | December 1, 2023 7:49:49 AM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a visit to Israel, stressed that his immediate focus is working with its partners to extend the pause, to continue to get more hostages released out of Gaza. ... read..


Survey finds Israeli agriculture plummeting amidst Gaza war
Middle East | December 1, 2023 7:49:47 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 1 (ANI/TPS): A staggering majority of Israeli farmers across the country are dealing with significant agricultural damage in various due to the war in Gaza and tensions along the Lebanese border, a survey released on Thursday f ... read..


'We share values with our partners, let inquiry committee decide': Indian envoy to UK on Canada's accusation in Nijjar case
London | December 1, 2023 7:49:43 AM IST
On Canada's accusation of Indian involvement in the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami, on Thursday, said, "Let the inquiry committee come to a decision. We share va ... read..


Indian, Australian High Commission to UK co-host Indo-Pacific conference in London, explore strategies for regional strengthening
By Soumik Saha

London | December 1, 2023 5:50:04 AM IST
The Australian and Indian High Commissions to the United Kingdom (UK) co-hosted the inaugural Indo-Pacific Conference in London on Thursday (November 30) to explore practical ideas to strengthen Indo-Pacific resilience. ... read..


Hamas releases six Israelis on seventh day of truce deal
Tel Aviv | December 1, 2023 5:50:02 AM IST
As Israel announced a one-day extension in the Israel-Hamas truce deal, the Hamas terror group released six more Israeli hostages to Egypt via the Rafah crossing on Thursday night, as reported by The Times of Israel. ... read..


India remains strategic partner; we take alleged assassination plot 'very seriously': White House official on US indictment
Washington, DC | December 1, 2023 5:49:56 AM IST
The White House National Security Council spokesperson, John Kirby, stressed on Friday that the US continues to improve its strategic partnership with India. On the other side, he added that the US "takes this very seriously," referring to the indictment ... read..


'Modi, Modi!': Indian diaspora welcomes PM Modi in UAE with cheers, cultural celebrations
Dubai | December 1, 2023 3:49:48 AM IST
Upon his arrival in the UAE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the members of the Indian diaspora outside a hotel in Dubai, followed by a cultural dance performance. The diaspora members were heard chanting 'Modi, Modi', and raised ... read..


Bohra community in UAE eagerly awaits PM Modi's arrival for COP28 Summit
Abu Dhabi | December 1, 2023 1:49:47 AM IST
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in the United Arab Emirates ahead of the COP28 Summit, members of the Dawoodi Bohra community, part of the Indian diaspora in the UAE, eagerly anticipate the opportunity to welcome him. ... read..


PM Modi arrives in UAE to attend COP28 Summit
Dubai | December 1, 2023 1:49:43 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday night arrived in Dubai to attend the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) Summit. ... read..


COP28: Global delegates adopt damage fund, several nations pledge millions
Dubai | December 1, 2023 12:21:33 AM IST
Global delegates at the COP28 climate summit in Dubai formally adopted a damage fund on Thursday and several nations pledged millions of dollars to the nations hardest hit by the climate crisis, CNN reported. ... read..


Chinese President redoubles effort to force Taiwan's absorption into mainland China: Report
Beijing | December 1, 2023 12:21:27 AM IST
Chinese President Xi Jinping has redoubled efforts to build pressure to force Taiwan's absorption into mainland China, CNN reported, adding that the country is sending warships and warplanes ever closer to Taiwan, even into and through its airspace. ... read..


Two Israeli hostages transferred to Red Cross, more to come, says military
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:21 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 30 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces said that based on information it has received from the Red Cross, two Israeli hostages have been transferred to Red Cross custody and are on their way to Israeli soil. ... read..


"Developed countries should cut down emissions first, this is voice of Global South": Power Minister RK Singh
New Delhi | December 1, 2023 12:21:19 AM IST
The Union Minister for Power, New and Renewable Energy RK Singh has said that the dialogue at COP28 should be about cutting down emissions and that it is for the developed countries to cut down emissions first. ... read..


UAE: COP28 Presidency unites world on Loss and Damage
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:17 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 30 (ANI/WAM): Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President, Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, today gaveled the first major milestone of COP28, delivering a historic agreement to operationalize the Fund, which will assis ... read..


GCC pavilion at COP28 showcases climate action efforts
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:13 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 30 (ANI/WAM): Director of Energy, Secretariat-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Mohammed bin Falah Al Rashidi, and Director of the GCC Pavilion at the COP28 Climate Summit, lauded the extraordinary efforts made by the UA ... read..


Dubai Free Zones Council collaborates with Economic Security Centre of Dubai
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:09 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 30 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zones (DFZ) Council, witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Dubai Free Zones Council and the Economic Security Centre of Du ... read..


Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy discusses priorities, initiatives for 2024
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:07 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 30 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully hosted the 2023 annual meeting of the chamber's Board of Directors and Advisory Council member ... read..


Netanyahu 'summons' Spanish ambassador after Spanish PM's 'shameful' comments
Middle East | December 1, 2023 12:21:05 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 30 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs Eli Cohen to summon the Spanish Ambassador to Israel for a reprimand following what his office described as the "shameful" comments ... read..


"India not involved," says former diplomat after Trudeau's call for cooperation in Nijjar killing probe
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 1, 2023 12:21:02 AM IST
Following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent call for India's cooperation in the investigation of the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, former diplomat TP Sreenivasan said that India is not involved in such activitie ... read..


Ban on education, work drives girls and young women away from Afghanistan
Kabul | December 1, 2023 12:20:56 AM IST
The restrictions placed on women and girls in Afghanistan have prompted them to move away from Afghanistan, leading to their migration at a fast pace, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


In Israel, Blinken meets Netanyahu after discussions with Herzog, hopes for hostage release to continue
Tel Aviv | November 30, 2023 11:22:39 PM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who arrived in Israel overnight, met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Prime Minister's Office, The Times of Israel reported on Thursday. ... read..


Pakistan: PML-N local leader Ayaz Khan killed in Mardan
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | November 30, 2023 11:22:14 PM IST
A local Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader, Ayaz Khan, was killed in a firing incident in Pakistan's Mardan district on Thursday, ARY News reported citing the police. ... read..


Israel-Hamas humanitarian truce extended to a seventh day
Gaza Border | November 30, 2023 11:22:06 PM IST
Just moments before the scheduled expiration of the temporary truce between Israel and Hamas at 7 am local time on Thursday, the Israeli military officially announced a one-day extension, CNN reported. ... read..


Iran to deport Afghan immigrants lacking permits: Interior Minister Ahmad Wahidi
Kabul | November 30, 2023 11:22:00 PM IST
Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Wahidi has said the country will deport Afghan immigrants who lack permits, TOLO News reported. ... read..


"India has walked the talk when it comes to climate action:" PM Modi ahead of his visit to UAE for COP28
New Delhi | November 30, 2023 11:21:55 PM IST
Ahead of his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India has always walked the talk when it comes to climate action and added that even during the G20 Presidency, climate was high on priority. ... read..


Upender Singh Rawat named India's next envoy to Burundi
New Delhi | November 30, 2023 11:21:51 PM IST
Upendra Singh has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Burundi, the Ministry of External Affairs informed on Thursday. ... read..


Want good relations with world, member countries of EU: Taliban
Kabul | November 30, 2023 11:21:42 PM IST
Taliban-appointed second Deputy Prime Minister Abdul Salam Hanafi has said the Taliban wants good relations with the world and the member countries of the European Union, and especially with the neighbouring countries of Afghanistan, TOLO News reported. ... read..


Survey finds Israeli agriculture plummeting amidst Gaza war
Middle East | November 30, 2023 11:21:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 30 (ANI/TPS): A staggering majority of Israeli farmers across the country are dealing with significant agricultural damage in various ways due to the war in Gaza and tensions along the Lebanese border, a survey released on Thur ... read..


COP28: PM Modi emplanes for his visit to UAE for World Climate Action Summit
New Delhi | November 30, 2023 11:21:30 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday evening emplaned for Dubai to take part in the World Climate Action Summit in the United Arab Emirates. ... read..


Blinken meets Palestinian Authority president Mamoud Abbas in Ramallah
Gaza Border | November 30, 2023 11:21:12 PM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken held a crucial meeting with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah on Thursday, marking his second visit to the West Bank since the onset of the Israel-Hamas war, CNN reported. ... read..


India supports decision to operationalise Loss and Damage Fund: Union Minister Bhupender Yadav
Dubai | November 30, 2023 11:20:55 PM IST
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav has said India strongly supports the decision to operationalise the Loss and Damage Fund. ... read..


Chinese President Xi Jinping extends condolences to Biden over former US Secretary of State Henry Kissinger's demise
Beijing | November 30, 2023 11:20:51 PM IST
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday conveyed his condolences to US President Joe Biden over the demise of Henry Kissinger, a former US Secretary of State and a key player in thawing tensions between China and the US in 1972, the Global Times reported ... read..


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