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Pakistan: Former federal minister Fawad Chaudhry gets B-class facilities in jail
Islamabad | November 27, 2023 10:53:55 PM IST
Pakistan's former Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Fawad Chaudhry, has been granted B-class facilities in jail, according to The Nation. ... read..


Hamas' attempt to separate mothers from children delays release of fourth batch of hostages, says Israel
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 10:53:32 PM IST
Talks over the release of the fourth batch of Israeli hostages by Hamas are facing a delay due to concerns that the proposed list includes separating several children from their mothers, The Times of Israel reported citing an Israeli official. ... read..


Elon Musk agrees with Netanyahu that 'Hamas must be destroyed' on X live broadcast
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 10:52:57 PM IST
In a live chat on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said that there is "no choice" other than to destroy the Hamas terror group in order to bring about a better future ... read..


Afghan women journalists face multiple challenges, reveals media association survey
Kabul | November 27, 2023 10:52:53 PM IST
A survey conducted by the Afghanistan Women's Journalist Association (AWJA) has uncovered significant challenges faced by female journalists in the country, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Tesla CEO Elon Musk meets Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, visits Kfar Aza attacked by Hamas on Oct 7
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 7:18:41 PM IST
The Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, escorted Tesla CEO Elon Musk on a tour of Kfar Aza, an Israeli Kibbutz that was attacked on October 7, 2023, by Hamas, according to The Times of Israel. ... read..


Pakistan court to hear appeals of Nawaz Sharif against his conviction in Al-Azizia, Avenfield corruption cases
Islamabad | November 27, 2023 7:18:36 PM IST
The Islamabad High Court is scheduled to hear appeals of former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif against his conviction in the Al-Azizia and Avenfield corruption cases on Monday, Pakistan-based The Express Tribune reported. A division bench of the Isl ... read..


Elon Musk agrees to coordination with Israel in providing Gaza with internet access
Middle East | November 27, 2023 7:18:16 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 27 (ANI/TPS): Twitter owner Elon Musk came to an agreement with Israel's Ministry of Communications in which his firm Starlink will only provide internet services in Gaza in coordination with the ministry. The deal comes as Elo ... read..


Pakistan's Lahore remains most polluted city in world
Islamabad | November 27, 2023 7:18:14 PM IST
Pakistan's Lahore on Monday remained on top of the list of the most populated cities of the world with an average pollution reading of 415, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


"Not an easy book to write," says Irish author Paul Lynch on his 2023 Booker Prize-winning novel
London | November 27, 2023 7:18:10 PM IST
Irish novelist Paul Lynch, who won the acclaimed Booker Prize 2003 for his dystopian novel 'Prophet Song' has said that it was "not an easy book to write." ... read..


Life in Limbo: Struggling Israeli evacuees find charitable support
Middle East | November 27, 2023 7:18:01 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 27 (ANI/TPS): After ten days of missile barrages in Ashkelon, Mali Weiner packed one suitcase per family member and brought her four children to Jerusalem. ... read..


Pakistan: Sons axe man to death over 'loud music' dispute
Mirpur Khas (Sindh) | November 27, 2023 7:17:54 PM IST
In a harrowing incident, two young men have been taken into custody for the murder of their father in Sindhri Town, Mirpur Khas district, stemming from a dispute over 'loud music,' as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Cultural diplomacy: Varanasi's Dev Deepavali draws ambassadors from 70 nations
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | November 27, 2023 6:23:56 PM IST
In a dazzling display of cultural convergence, ambassadors and diplomats from over 70 nations have gathered in the historic city of Varanasi to partake in the grand celebrations of Gurupurnima. ... read..


"Vedic philosophy is don't change world, change yourself": Swami Avadhut at World Hind Congress
Bangkok | November 27, 2023 6:23:33 PM IST
Participants from Russia at the just concluded World Hindu Congress in Thailand have heaped praises on Hinduism and Indian culture and opined that efforts should be made to propagate the way of life across the world. ... read..


Nepal: India-funded school buildings, community development projects inaugurated
Kathmandu | November 27, 2023 6:23:17 PM IST
School and laboratory buildings of Shree Gautam Buddha Secondary School, Buddhabhumi Municipality, Kapilvastu District, built with Government of India's financial assistance of Nepalese Rupees (NRs) 33.23 million under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation ... read..


Pakistan: Two persons killed, 3 soldiers among 10 injured in suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bannu
Islamabad | November 27, 2023 6:23:07 PM IST
Two persons were killed and 10 others, including three Pakistan army soldiers, were injured in a suicide attack on a convoy of security forces in the Baka Khel area of Bannu district in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan-based Dawn reported citing th ... read..


Elon Musk to meet Israeli President after row over antisemitic post
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 6:22:55 PM IST
Israeli President Isaac Herzog anticipates a closed-door meeting with Elon Musk on Monday as the billionaire faces criticism for endorsing an antisemitic conspiracy theory on his social media platform, X, CNN reported. ... read..


US President Joe Biden to skip COP28 climate summit in Dubai: Report
New York | November 27, 2023 6:22:43 PM IST
US President Joe Biden will not attend the world leaders' summit at the COP28 climate talks, which is slated to take place this week in Dubai, a White House official told The New York Times on Sunday. ... read..


Meta spokesperson included in Russia's wanted list
Washington DC | November 27, 2023 5:22:57 PM IST
A spokesperson for US tech conglomerate Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, has been added to Russia's wanted list, according to an online database maintained by the country's interior ministry, Voice of America has reported. ... read..


J-K: Centre for Inclusive and Sustainable Development commemorates 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks
Jammu and Kashmir | November 27, 2023 5:22:55 PM IST
The Centre for Inclusive and Sustainable Development (CISD) organised events across Jammu and Kashmir to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the tragic 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. ... read..


Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe sacks Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe
Colombo | November 27, 2023 5:22:44 PM IST
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has sacked Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe, Sri Lanka-based Daily Mirror reported. Wickremesinghe announced the decision at the ongoing Cabinet meeting. ... read..


UAE: Air Arabia launches new flights to Phuket
Middle East | November 27, 2023 4:22:37 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], November 27 (ANI/WAM): Air Arabia announced the launch of a new route to the enchanting island of Phuket, Thailand, from Sharjah. ... read..


Cargo ships including Indian crew capsizes off Greece Coast, rescue operation underway
Athens | November 27, 2023 4:22:31 PM IST
A major rescue operation is underway after a cargo ship carrying 14 crew members including Indian crew members, sank off the coast of Lesbos island in Greece due to high-speed winds, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Former Prime Minister Imran Khan quizzed in Al-Qadir Trust case
Islamabad | November 27, 2023 3:22:33 PM IST
A National Accountability Bureau (NAB) team visited former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in the Adiala Jail and questioned him in connection with the charges he faced in the Al-Qadir Trust case, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Booker Prize winner says he did not "have a choice" in writing novel
London | November 27, 2023 3:22:22 PM IST
Paul Lynch won the acclaimed Booker Prize, on Sunday in London. Lynch said that his novel, 'Prophet Song' was "not an easy book to write" but that it was an essential one to write. Lynch of Irish heritage beat four other authors included in the shortlist ... read..


Malaysia PM announces 30-day free visa entry for travellers from India
Kuala Lumpur | November 27, 2023 3:22:13 PM IST
Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday announced that visitors from India and China will be granted 30-day visa-free entry into Malaysia from December 1, Malaysia-based Malay Mail reported. He said that the visa exemption is still subject to se ... read..


Nepal: Vice President Yadav inaugurates school building built with India's assistance
New Delhi | November 27, 2023 2:22:33 PM IST
A school building built under 'Nepal-India Development Cooperation' has been inaugurated in Nepal's Rupandehi district. Nepal's Vice President Ram Sahaya Prasad Yadav inaugurated the school building of Shree Pokharvindi Secondary School, Rohini Rural Muni ... read..


North Korean troops in demilitarized zone after satellite launch
Seoul | November 27, 2023 2:22:31 PM IST
The South Korean military has detected increased activities across the border areas with North Korea. The North has vowed, on Thursday, to resume all military measures halted under the 2018 deal in response to Seoul's partial suspension of the accord foll ... read..


Israel says it is 'evaluating' list it received of hostages set to be released today
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 2:22:18 PM IST
Discussions are ongoing regarding a list of hostages to be released today that was received overnight and is being "evaluated," the Israeli Prime Minister's Office Minister's Office-Coordinator for the Hostages and Missing has announced in a statement. It ... read..


"Huge vote of confidence," Rishi Sunak as UK announces 29 bn pound investments ahead of Global Investment Summit
London | November 27, 2023 2:22:15 PM IST
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced 29.5 billion pounds of new private-sector investments in various sectors in the UK at the Global Investment Summit at Hampton Court Palace in London according to a statement by the British government. ... read..


UK: Elderly Indian woman facing deportation gets huge community support
London | November 27, 2023 2:22:00 PM IST
Gurmit Kaur, an elderly Indian woman has received widespread support against her deportation from the United Kingdom. ... read..


US: Indian envoy Taranjit Sandhu celebrates Gurpurab in New York, felicitated by Sikh community
New York | November 27, 2023 1:17:42 PM IST
Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu visited the Hicksville Gurdwara in Long Island, New York to celebrate the occasion of Gurpurab with the Sikh community. ... read..


Indian envoy in Canada pays tribute to 26/11 Mumbai terror attack victims
Ottawa | November 27, 2023 1:17:40 PM IST
Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma led a solemn ceremony to pay tributes to victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Canada's Foreign Policy Executive Director Patrice Cousineau, members of the Diplomatic Corps, Indian diaspora and o ... read..


Most leaders behind clashes in Sierra Leone arrested, says President Bio
Freetown | November 27, 2023 1:17:20 PM IST
Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio informed on Sunday that most of the leaders behind the armed attack in the country's capital that led to a nationwide curfew have been arrested, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Afghanistan: Turkey delivers 500-ton humanitarian aid to Herat earthquake victims
Kabul | November 27, 2023 12:17:34 PM IST
A 500-ton aid shipment from Turkey was delivered to the earthquake-stricken province of Herat in Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported citing the Afghanistan Red Crescent. ... read..


US: Indian envoy Sandhu heckled by pro-Khalistani elements in New York Gurdwara
New York | November 27, 2023 11:17:42 AM IST
Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu was mobbed and heckled by a group of pro-Khalistani elements while on a visit to the Hicksville Gurdwara in Long Island, New York. The Ambassador had gone to the Gurdwara to offer prayers on th ... read..


Irish author Paul Lynch wins 2023 Booker Prize for dystopian novel 'Prophet Song'
London | November 27, 2023 10:17:35 AM IST
Irish author Paul Lynch won the 2023 Booker Prize for his dystopian novel 'Prophet Song', which presents an imaginary near-future of Ireland descending into totalitarianism, followed by a civil war, the New York Times reported. ... read..


UK: Thousands march against antisemitism in London, Indian diaspora voice support for Israel
London | November 27, 2023 9:22:19 AM IST
Thousands of protestors marched through central London at a demonstration against antisemitism on Sunday, in a first-of-its-kind march since the Israel-Hamas war. ... read..


Pakistan: Eight terrorists killed in security operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | November 27, 2023 9:22:09 AM IST
At least eight terrorists were killed by the Pakistani security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan, Dawn reported citing the military's media affairs wing on Sunday. ... read..


Unemployment biggest challenge for women journalists in Afghanistan
Kabul | November 27, 2023 7:17:50 AM IST
The Afghanistan Women Journalist Association (AWJA) has conducted a survey about the situation of women journalists in Afghanistan within the past two years, wherein a majority of them said that "unemployment is one of their biggest challenges", as report ... read..


'I'm with you to the end': Eritrean risked life to save officer from Hamas, gets residence status
Middle East | November 27, 2023 7:17:48 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 27 (ANI/TPS): Eritrean national Mulugeta Tsagi received permanent residency status in Israel on Sunday as a "thank you" saving an Israeli soldier's life on October 7. ... read..


Dubai Municipality set to announce environmental commitments and new projects at COP28
Middle East | November 27, 2023 10:55:37 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 27 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality, a COP28 Strategic Pathway Partner, is set to launch a series of new projects and commitments designed to support local and global climate action during the conference. ... read..


International forum on 'Role of Media in Inciting Hatred and Violence' commences in Jeddah
Middle East | November 27, 2023 6:17:52 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 27 (ANI/WAM): The Muslim World League (MWL) gathered the Union of OIC News Agencies, comprising 57 countries, and the most significant international news agencies from Asia, Europe, and the Americas in an international forum, ent ... read..


Conference of Youth kicks off in Dubai ahead of COP28
Middle East | November 27, 2023 6:17:50 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 27 (ANI/WAM): More than 1000 young people from across the world gathered on Sunday for the Conference of Youth (COY18) in Dubai to amplify their voices as they advocate for climate change. ... read..


Elon Musk to meet Israel President Isaac Herzog tomorrow
Tel Aviv | November 27, 2023 6:17:43 AM IST
Business tycoon Elon Musk is set to meet Israel President Isaac Herzog on Tuesday amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Three Palestinian college students shot in US
Washington, DC | November 27, 2023 5:18:13 AM IST
Three Palestinian college students were shot in Burlington City, Vermont, US on Saturday evening, as reported by CNN. ... read..


Iran initiates deportation of Afghan immigrants with valid passports, visas
Kabul | November 27, 2023 5:18:07 AM IST
The Iranian government has initiated the deportation of Afghan immigrants holding valid passports and visas, as reported by TOLO News, citing Herat local officials. ... read..


Israeli diplomat highlights fight against terrorism, fake news at National Security Conference in Mumbai
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 27, 2023 4:17:26 AM IST
Israeli Consul General to Mumbai, Kobbi Shoshani, on Sunday reflected on Mumbai's pain post-26/11 terror attack, emphasizing that they are combating not only terrorism but also fake news. ... read..


Second Israeli-linked ship hijacked off Yemen coast
Middle East | November 27, 2023 3:21:08 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 27 (ANI/TPS): An Israeli-linked ship was hijacked in the Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Yemen, the vessel's management said on Sunday. ... read..


39 terrorists released by Israel as part of hostage deal
Middle East | November 27, 2023 2:22:11 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Prisons Service concluded the third phase of the release of security prisoners, as part of the "Heaven's Doors" operation to return home Israeli hostages during the four-day Gaza ceasefire. ... read..


'Will not stop until every hostage returned to their loved ones,' says US President Biden
Washington, DC | November 27, 2023 2:22:09 AM IST
After the release of 13 hostages in Israel, US President Joe Biden has vowed unwavering commitment to ensuring the return of every hostage to their loved ones. ... read..


NASA administrator set to travel India, to discuss space cooperation
Washington DC | November 26, 2023 9:53:18 AM IST
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson is set to travel to India and the UAE beginning Monday for a series of meetings with key government officials. ... read..


'Violence against women is a horrific violation of human rights': UN Secy General Guterres
Kabul | November 26, 2023 8:52:49 AM IST
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on everyone to work on eliminating violence against women, according to TOLO News. ... read..


Pak: One killed, 20 injured as school bus plunges into ravine in Islamabad
Islamabad | November 26, 2023 8:52:47 AM IST
A school teacher died and 20 others including students suffered injuries after a school bus fell into a ravine near the Shahdara area of Islamabad, Geo News reported. ... read..


"There were significant fears that joint declaration wouldn't be possible": Geopolitical expert Velina Tchakarova on G20
Cape Town | November 26, 2023 7:48:17 AM IST
Velina Tchakarova, a geopolitical expert, said that there were significant fears that a joint declaration wouldn't be possible at the end of the G20 Summit due to the ongoing conflicts in different parts of the world, but proving it wrong, it was an "extr ... read..


"India can be very adequate leader of Global South": Geopolitical expert Velina Tchakarova
Cape Town | November 26, 2023 7:48:15 AM IST
India can be a "very adequate leader" of the Global South as the country has "already been a global power," Geopolitical expert Velina Tchakarova said here on Sunday. ... read..


UAE:ADMAF unveils programme of 21st Abu Dhabi Festival themed 'The Will of Hope'
Middle East | November 26, 2023 7:48:11 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 26 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Music Arts Foundation (ADMAF) unveiled the programme of the 21st Abu Dhabi Festival 2024, which will be held under the patronage of Sheikha Shamsa bint Hamdan Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Emirates ... read..


Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre to publish works from third edition of Research Grants Programme
Middle East | November 26, 2023 7:48:09 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 26 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) has announced preparations for the printing and publishing of works from the third edition of its Research Grants Programme. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Crown Prince attends activations at 15th Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Middle East | November 26, 2023 7:48:07 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 26 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, attended the activations at the 15th Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, taking place a ... read..


India's G20 presidency was really impressive on SDGs, Digital Public Infrastructure: OECD Sherpa
Cape Town | November 26, 2023 6:52:25 AM IST
India's presidency was "really impressive" on the SDGs, Digital Public Infrastructure, development and climate finance among others, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Sherpa, Andreas Schaal, said here on Sunday. ... read..


Hamas releases second batch of hostages; 17 crosses Gaza, enter Egypt
Tel Aviv | November 26, 2023 4:48:41 AM IST
After a long delay, 17 hostages have been released by the Hamas terror group and sent to Egypt, according to The Times of Israel. ... read..


Israel PM Netanyahu holds discussion with security chiefs on delay in 2nd stage of hostage release
Tel Aviv | November 26, 2023 3:49:20 AM IST
Amid a delay in the release of the second group of hostages by Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held "consultations" with Israel's security chiefs on how they can proceed if Hamas does not release them from Gaza, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


13 Israelis, 7 foreigners held in Gaza to be released shortly: Qatar's foreign ministry
Tel Aviv | November 26, 2023 3:49:18 AM IST
After a long delay in the release of the second group of hostages by Hamas, eight Israeli children and five women are expected to be released shortly from Gaza, according to Qatar's foreign ministry, reported The Times of Israel. ... read..


'We will not survive if world temperature goes over 1.5 degrees': Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed
Cape Town | November 26, 2023 3:49:16 AM IST
Emphasising on climate change issues, former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed stressed that nobody will survive if the world temperature goes above 1.5 degrees. ... read..


Arab countries seek post-war Gaza that is 'neither Abbas nor Hamas'
Middle East | November 25, 2023 11:53:29 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 25 (ANI/TPS): Arab countries are promoting a plan for post-war Gaza ruled by "neither Abbas nor Hamas," which is being welcomed in Washington, the Tazpit Press Service has learned. ... read..


Amid delay in release of hostages, Hamas accuses Israel of violating terms of deal
Tel Aviv | November 25, 2023 11:53:27 PM IST
Amid the delay in the release of hostages, part of a high-stakes deal, a senior adviser to Hamas leader, Ismail Haniyeh, abroad has accused Israel of violating the terms of the temporary ceasefire, claiming non-compliance with clauses related to humanitar ... read..


India played leading role in working with Africa on development issues: Former Liberian Prime Minister
Cape Town | November 25, 2023 11:53:24 PM IST
Former Liberian Prime Minister Ellen Johnson Sirleaf said India has played a leading role in working with Africa on development issues through bilateral arrangements. ... read..


Pakistan: Another person tests positive for Congo fever in Karachi
Karachi | November 25, 2023 10:52:21 PM IST
Another person has tested positive for the Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) in Karachi, ARY News reported on Saturday citing health authorities. ... read..


Pakistan: Three dead, 20 injured as vehicle falls into Kalam ditch
Swat | November 25, 2023 10:52:08 PM IST
As many as three tourists died and 20 got injured after a vehicle carrying tourists fell into a ditch in the north of Pakistan's Kalam area, ARY News reported citing rescue sources. ... read..


Pakistan: Inflation stays above 40 pc for second week in row
Islamabad | November 25, 2023 10:52:00 PM IST
The annual short-term inflation in Pakistan remained above 40 per cent for the second week in a row, mainly driven by a massive increase in gas prices, official data showed on Friday, Dawn newspaper reported. ... read..


Think20 Handover Ceremony: From India to Brazil, priorities and achievements echo in Cape Town
Cape Town | November 25, 2023 10:51:49 PM IST
In a significant Think20 handover ceremony from India to Brazil, Sujan Chinoy, a former Indian diplomat, emphasised the T20's mission in addressing paramount global priorities. ... read..


India-Malaysia bilateral trade set to soar to USD25bn in next 3 years: Indian envoy
Kuala Lumpur | November 25, 2023 10:51:33 PM IST
Indian High Commissioner to Malaysia, BN Reddy, announced ambitious plans for India-Malaysia bilateral trade, aiming to reach USD 25 billion in the next three years. Currently standing at USD 20 billion, the trade relationship is poised for growth, with a ... read..


PM Modi's sortie in Tejas statement of Atmanirbhar Bharat, boost to 'Make in India' in defence: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | November 25, 2023 10:51:28 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi's sortie in Tejas was a statement of Atmanirbhar Bharat and a boost to 'Make in India' in the defence sector. ... read..


Pak: Minor girl loses life after falling into open manhole in Karachi
Karachi | November 25, 2023 10:50:43 PM IST
In a distressing incident reported from Karachi, a minor girl lost her life after accidentally falling into an uncovered manhole, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..


Al Hamriyah tells a story named the UAE
Middle East | November 25, 2023 10:50:32 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], November 25 (ANI/WAM): From the port of Sharjah, whose ships reach the farthest corners of the world, and on the banks of the creek, whispers of patriotism echoed, touching the hearts of the participants in the UAE's 52nd National Day activ ... read..


African Union joining G20 can change larger international architecture for Global South: T20 India
Cape Town | November 25, 2023 10:50:23 PM IST
Director General at the Research and Information System (RIS) for Developing Countries Sachin Chaturvedi has said the African Union (AU) joining the G20 can change the larger international architecture for Global South. ... read..


Violence erupts at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf convention, workers clash with police
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | November 25, 2023 10:50:18 PM IST
A wave of panic and tension swept through Dir Bala district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) when clashes ensued between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers and police during a party convention, as reported by ARY News on Saturday. ... read..


World today still significantly 'Western' in terms of intellectual concepts, traditions: EAM Jaishankar
Pune (Maharashtra) | November 25, 2023 10:50:07 PM IST
Noting that the world today is still significantly 'Western' in terms of its intellectual concepts, traditions, and construct, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Saturday laid emphasis on strengthening Indian strategic culture and devoting mo ... read..


World's biggest iceberg on move after decades of being grounded on Antarctica seafloor: Report
Washington DC | November 25, 2023 10:49:35 PM IST
The world's biggest iceberg is on the move after decades of being grounded on the Antarctica seafloor. The iceberg is more than twice the size of Britain's capital city of London, as per CNN. ... read..


As of Nov 23, there is no Afghan diplomat in India
Kabul | November 25, 2023 6:54:00 PM IST
The Afghan Embassy has said that there is no diplomat representing Afghanistan in India as of November 23. ... read..


Our future lies with ever-stronger relationship with India, new government will understand intricacies: Former Maldives President
By Sahil Pandey

Cape Town | November 25, 2023 6:53:50 PM IST
Expressing his view on recent developments in India-Maldives ties, former president Mohamed Nasheed said the future of the island country lies with an ever-stronger relationship with India and he believes the new government will understand its intricacies ... read..


Bhutan emerging as hotspot for international students: Report
Thimphu | November 25, 2023 6:53:46 PM IST
Bhutan is emerging as a hotspot for international students. The country is challenging preconceived notions and opening new avenues for cross-cultural exchange and learning, as per The Bhutan Live. ... read..


14 Israeli hostages set for release amid swap deal with Hamas; 42 Palestinian prisoners to be freed
Tel Aviv | November 25, 2023 6:53:38 PM IST
Fourteen more Israeli hostages are poised for release on Saturday, as confirmed by an Israeli official acquainted with the list received on Friday night. Simultaneously, the Israel Prison Service revealed that it received a list comprising 42 Palestinian ... read..


Pakistan: Massive protests erupt in Balochistan's Turbat against fake encounters
Turbat | November 25, 2023 5:53:47 PM IST
Massive protests have erupted in Turbat city, Pakistan's Balochistan province after four youth were killed in a fake encounter by the Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) last Thursday. ... read..


Bangladesh Foreign Secy reaches out to around 90 mission heads, briefs on general elections, government priorities
By Ashoke Raj

New Delhi, | November 25, 2023 4:49:01 PM IST
Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen, who is in Delhi for Foreign Office Consultations, on Saturday said he has reached out to around 90 heads of mission in the Indian capital about the foreign policy priorities of the Sheikh Hasina government and ... read..


Global crisis in developed North shifts attention away from Africa, developing world: South Africa Foreign Minister
By Sahil Pandey

Cape Town | November 25, 2023 4:48:59 PM IST
South Africa Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Grace Naledi Mandisa Pandor raised concerns about the global crisis in the developed North saying that it would ultimately result in neglecting the interests of Africa and the developing w ... read..


"I had no intention to hurt Israel": Sanjay Raut responds to embassy letter over 'anti-semitic' post
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | November 25, 2023 4:48:51 PM IST
Responding to a letter by the Israel Embassy over his 'anti-semitic' post, amid the ongoing ground operations against terror Hamas in the Gaza Strip, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut on Saturday said he shared the post long back and did not intend to hu ... read..


Pakistan: 10 killed, 22 injured in fire at shopping mall in Karachi
Karachi | November 25, 2023 4:48:24 PM IST
Ten persons were killed and 22 others injured in a fire at RJ Mall on Rashid Minhas Road in Karachi, Dawn reported, citing statements from hospital and police officials. ... read..


Nepal Police increases security, uses sniffer dogs around pro-monarchy protest site
Kathmandu | November 25, 2023 3:53:49 PM IST
Nepal Police on Saturday brought in sniffer dogs around the site where pro-monarchy protestors had clashed with the police to ensure security and prevent possible incidents. ... read..


UAE: Dubai Police urges caution ahead of changing weather conditions
Middle East | November 25, 2023 3:53:30 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 25 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Police has urged the public to steer clear of watercourses and valleys during unstable weather conditions. The force also emphasises adherence to traffic regulations, including reduced speeds, allowing for ade ... read..


UAE: Burjeel Holdings launches advanced day surgery centre in Abu Dhabi's Al Shahama
Middle East | November 25, 2023 3:53:25 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 25 (ANI/WAM): Burjeel Holdings launched an advanced day surgery centre in the Shahama area in Abu Dhabi, as part of its efforts to enhancing access to healthcare services and meet the community's evolving needs. ... read..


Sikh pilgrims express disappointment over Pakistan cancelling visas after long wait
New Delhi | November 25, 2023 3:53:17 PM IST
A bus carrying a group of Sikh pilgrims was flagged off on Friday for the Gurdwara in Pakistan on the occasion of Prakash Gurpurab of Guru Nanak Dev. ... read..


"India was convicted even without...": Indian envoy response to Canada on Nijjar killing probe
Ottawa | November 25, 2023 1:48:27 PM IST
Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma has raised objections to the fact that New Delhi was "convicted" even as the investigation into the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjat on Canadian soil was not fully concluded. ... read..


Call it Hindu-ness, not Hinduism, says declaration adopted by World Hindu Congress
Bangkok | November 25, 2023 1:48:25 PM IST
On the second day of the World Hindu Congress, which kicked off in the Thai capital, Bangkok, on Friday drawing over 2000 delegates from 61 countries, a significant declaration was adopted advocating the term 'Hindu-ness' over 'Hinduism' when referring to ... read..


Melting glaciers endanger mountain villages in Pakistan
Islamabad | November 25, 2023 11:49:50 AM IST
The vulnerable villages in Pakistan's mountainous north are facing a threat to their future due to melting glaciers caused by global warming, Reuters reported. ... read..


Ex US policeman convicted of George Floyd's murder stabbed in jail
Arizona | November 25, 2023 11:49:10 AM IST
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted in the 2020 killing of George Floyd, which had sparked the massive 'Black Lives Matter' protest, was stabbed at a federal prison in Arizona, New York Times reported citing two people f ... read..


"Pakistan has no history, heritage of its own...": World Hindu Foundation founder on attacks on Hindu temples
Bangkok | November 25, 2023 11:49:08 AM IST
Hitting out at Pakistan over the atrocities on minorities and attacks on Hindu temples, Swami Vigyananand, the founder and the Global Chairman of the World Hindu Foundation (WHF) has urged global bodies to safeguard the interests of minorities in the coun ... read..


Israel: Yoni Ashner, whose family was freed from Hamas, won't celebrate till all hostages return
Tel Aviv | November 25, 2023 10:49:28 AM IST
Yoni Ashner, an Israeli national whose wife and two daughters returned to him after being held hostage by Hamas for 49 days, has said that he won't be celebrating the release unless all the hostages under captivity return to their loved ones, Times of Isr ... read..


Israel PM Office shares list of hostages released by Hamas
Tel Aviv | November 25, 2023 10:49:22 AM IST
The Israeli Prime Minister's Office shared a list of all 13 hostages, who returned home to their loved ones after being taken hostage by Hamas during the October 7 terror attacks. ... read..


Pakistan receives global condemnation over USD 830 'exit fee' for Afghan refugees
Islamabad | November 25, 2023 10:49:12 AM IST
Several Western diplomats and the United Nations have strongly criticised Pakistan over its decision to impose hundreds of dollars in exit fees for every Afghan refugee who fled the persecution by the Taliban condemning the decision as "shocking and frust ... read..


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