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Pakistan to expel 1 million illegal foreigners by January 2024

Islamabad | November 23, 2023 5:53:00 PM IST

Terming illegal immigrants as "Aliens", Balochistan Caretaker Information Minister Jan Achakzai has said that the second phase of a crackdown against illegal foreigners has been initiated and the government is planning to deport 1 million illegal foreign ... read..

Myanmar exports to China increasingly difficult due to conflict

Yangon | November 23, 2023 5:52:54 PM IST

Myanmar is particularly worried about the conflict in neighbouring northern Shan State that has created problems for Mandalay-based traders, who are now dependent on Mongla, a town lying on the Myanmar-China border. The town is controlled by the ethnic ar ... read..

IDF discovers Hamas tunnel beneath civilian house near Al-Shifa Hospital

Middle East | November 23, 2023 5:52:52 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has discovered a Hamas tunnel beneath a civilian house near the Al-Shifa Hospital. ... read..

Israeli military: No problem to resume Gaza offensive after truce

Middle East | November 23, 2023 5:52:49 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces has expressed confidence in its ability to preserve its operational achievements in the northern Gaza Strip, including Gaza City, during a truce with Hamas, designed to facilitate a hosta ... read..

Swedish Embassy hosts sustainable fashion show to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations with India

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 5:52:36 PM IST

The Swedish Embassy in Delhi hosted a sustainable fashion show - 'Fashion Forever' - towards a stylish and sustainable future to celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations with India. ... read..

Belgian Ambassador meets Yogi Adityanath, eyes partnership with Uttar Pradesh in multiple sectors

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | November 23, 2023 4:48:48 PM IST

Belgian Ambassador to India, Didier Vanderhasselt on Thursday met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and expressed the desire for partnership with the state in various sectors, including defence and space. ... read..

Nepal: Police clash with 'pro-monarchy' protestors in Kathmandu; teargas, water cannons used

Kathmandu | November 23, 2023 4:48:35 PM IST

A clash erupted between Nepal police and pro-monarchy protestors on Thursday, after which the police had to use water cannons and teargas to disperse supporters of businessman Durga Prasai, Kathmandu Post reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Human Rights group demands legislation to protect minorities from religious persecution at workplace

Faisalabad | November 23, 2023 4:48:33 PM IST

Human Rights Focus Pakistan (HRFP) has demanded justice for Mehwish Iram and Irfan Tariq Masih, who belonged to the Christian minority and faced religious persecution at their workplaces. ... read..

UK: David Cameron chairs meeting with Arab counterparts to discuss Israel-Hamas conflict

London | November 23, 2023 3:52:39 PM IST

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron held a meeting with his counterparts from Arab and Islamic countries and discussed cooperation in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. ... read..

IDF hits 300 Hamas terror targets

Middle East | November 23, 2023 3:52:19 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): During the IDF's activities in the Gaza Strip over the past 24 hours, approximately 300 Hamas terrorist targets were attacked from the air, including operational headquarters, underground combat tunnels, IED wareh ... read..

Israeli force hammer Hamas positions ahead of imminent truce

Middle East | November 23, 2023 3:51:57 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): Israeli military forces continued striking Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip on Thursday morning ahead of an imminent ceasefire. Although Israel agreed to a temporary ceasefire and partial prisoner exchange on Wedne ... read..

Israel: Minister of Defense Gallant speaks with French counterpart

Middle East | November 23, 2023 3:51:48 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant spoke on the telephone Wednesday with his French counterpart, Minister of the Armed Forces Sebastien Lecornu. Their discussion built on the dialogue held by the parties in ... read..

20 US lawmakers urge President Joe Biden to extend Gaza ceasefire

Washington DC | November 23, 2023 3:51:30 PM IST

United States President Joe Biden received a letter from more than 20 Michigan lawmakers urging him to "advance a lasting ceasefire" between Israel and the Hamas militant group, reported The Hill. ... read..

Maldives: President Muizzu inspects India-assisted Greater Male Connectivity project

Male | November 23, 2023 2:49:00 PM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu visited the site of 'Greater Male Connectivity - Male to Thilafushi Link Project' and took stock of the progress, according to a statement from the Maldives Presidency. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar holds consultation to strengthen India's commitment to BIMSTEC

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 2:48:30 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a consultation with senior officials of the Ministry of External Affairs and envoys on strengthening India's commitment to BIMSTEC. ... read..

"Jamaat-e-Islami threat not just to Bangladesh but entire West": Turkish journalist

Dhaka | November 23, 2023 1:48:43 PM IST

Jamaat-e-Islami, the Bangladesh-based political party with radical religious ideology and responsible for militancy and genocide, is not just a threat to Bangladesh but also to other countries including in the West, Turkish journalist Uze Bulut has said i ... read..

David Cameron welcomes Israel-Hamas hostage deal, calls it "crucial step" to address crisis in Gaza

London | November 23, 2023 1:48:32 PM IST

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron has welcomed the hostage deal between Israel and Hamas -- which paves for the release of first group of 50 Israeli hostages -- and urged all parties to ensure that the agreement is delivered in full. ... read..

Kenya: MoS Muraleedharan interacts with Indian community, appreciates their contribution

Nairobi | November 23, 2023 1:48:08 PM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan interacted with the Indian community in Kenya and appreciated their contribution in strengthening the ties between New Delhi and Nairobi. ... read..

After new evidence, Sheikh Hasina govt to file fresh appeal for deportation of Mujibur Rahman's killer from Canada

By Ashoke Raj

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 12:48:23 PM IST

Bangladesh will be making a fresh appeal to Canada for the deportation of Noor Chaudhury -- the convicted killer of Bangladesh's Father of the Nation 'Bangabandhu', Sheikh Mujibur Rahman -- after the revelation made in a new documentary about him freely l ... read..

Hostage release under truce deal not before Friday, says top Netanyahu aide

Tel Aviv | November 23, 2023 12:48:14 PM IST

In a major announcement, a top aide to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the highly anticipated release of the first group of 50 Israeli hostages held by Hamas as part of a hostage deal would not take place on Thursday, as previously announced, but o ... read..

Eight killed in separate explosions in Pakistan

Islamabad | November 23, 2023 12:48:04 PM IST

Eight people, including two security personnel and six civilians were killed in North Waziristan, South Waziristan and Bajaur in Pakistan reported The Dawn. ... read..

South Korea suspends military agreement after North Korea launches spy satellite

Seoul | November 23, 2023 12:47:46 PM IST

South Korea's defence chief Shin Won-sik said Thursday that a partial suspension of a 2018 inter-Korean tension reduction deal is "a proportional response" and "a minimal defensive measure" against the North Korean regime following Pyongyang's controversi ... read..

WHO seeks more information on respiratory illness in northern China

Doha | November 23, 2023 12:47:43 PM IST

World Health Organization (WHO) has sought more information from Beijing on information about an outbreak of pneumonia in northern China that appears to be mostly affecting children, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

"What will international community do to prevent Gaza hospitals from being used as Hamas base?": IDF

Tel Aviv | November 23, 2023 10:51:16 AM IST

Citing the allegations that hospitals in Gaza Strip are being used as 'terror bases', the Israel Defence Forces put forth a question to the international community: What will it do to prevent the hospitals from being used by Hamas for its objectives? ... read..

Buffalo airport "fully operational" after brief shutdown amid explosion at US-Canada border

New York | November 23, 2023 9:48:01 AM IST

The Buffalo Niagara International Airport in New York is "open and fully operational" after being shut down briefly following a vehicle explosion at the Rainbow Bridge at US-Canada border on Wednesday afternoon (local time), CTV News reported. ... read..

"We have been talking with India in several aspects": Estonian Foreign Ministry Undersecretary

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 8:47:51 AM IST

Estonian Foreign Ministry Undersecretary Mariin Ratnik who participated in the CII India Nordic-Baltic Business Conclave 2023 here on Wednesday, said that Estonia is in talks with India in several aspects, including digital and technology. ... read..

Heritage Village at Sheikh Zayed Festival promotes preservation of Emirati heritage

| November 23, 2023 8:47:49 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 23 (ANI/WAM): The Heritage Village at the Sheikh Zayed Festival, currently being held at Al Wathba in Abu Dhabi until 9th March 2024, is promoting the preservation of authentic Emirati heritage and aims to pass it on to future genera ... read..

Pope Francis meets representatives of families of Israeli hostages

| November 23, 2023 8:47:47 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): Pope Francis met Wednesday morning in the Vatican with representatives of families of Israelis held hostage in Gaza. The families asked him to issue a clear call for the release of all the abductees held by Hamas ... read..

Israel puts forward climate change preparedness plan

Middle East | November 23, 2023 8:47:45 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection said that its Directorate of Preparedness for Climate Change convened to discuss the draft of the National Plan for Preparedness for Climate Change. ... read..

White House "closely monitoring" vehicle explosion at US-Canada border, says official

Washington DC | November 23, 2023 8:47:43 AM IST

The White House is closely monitoring the situation after the 'vehicle explosion' incident at the US-Canada border that killed two people, a senior official told reporters on Wednesday (local time). ... read..

"It's for a country to decide who represents them": EAM Jaishankar on Chinese President Xi's absence at G20 Virtual summit

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 7:47:31 AM IST

As Chinese President Xi Jinping remained absent from the virtual G20 Summit on Wednesday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that it is for the country to decide who represents them. ... read..

"We have hundreds of projects, have so many things to discuss": Bangladesh minister on Foreign Secy Masud Bin Momen's India visit

By Ashoke Raj

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 7:47:25 AM IST

On Bangladesh Foreign Secretary Masud Bin Momen's upcoming visit to India, the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, Shahriar Alam has said that both the countries have hundreds of projects and so many things to discuss. ... read..

Far-right leader Geert Wilders to win Dutch elections, says exit poll

Amsterdam | November 23, 2023 6:48:02 AM IST

Dutch far-right leader, Geert Wilders is set to win big in the Netherlands elections, according to exit polls, Politico reported. ... read..

Two dead in 'vehicle explosion' at US-Canada border crossing

New York | November 23, 2023 5:48:05 AM IST

Two people were killed in a "vehicle explosion" at the US-Canada border crossing near Niagara Falls in the afternoon hours on Wednesday, CBS News reported citing sources. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 jolts Nepal

Kathmandu | November 23, 2023 4:47:58 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.5 struck Nepal in the early hours of Thursday, according to the Nepal Seismological Centre ... read..

"Situation has become more secure": EAM Jaishankar on resumption of e-Visa services for Canadians

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 4:47:56 AM IST

Following the restoration of the e-Visa services by India for Canadian nationals, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the visa issuance was temporarily suspended because the situation in Canada has made it "difficult for our diplomats to ... read..

Korean Cultural Centre India celebrates 'Kimchi' Day, UN Women Association members participate

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 3:48:46 AM IST

The 'Kimchi Making Experience Event' was organised by the Korean Cultural Centre India (KCCI) here on Wednesday to celebrate 'Kimchi' Day. ... read..

FBI says "situation is very fluid" as US-Canada border closed following vehicle explosion

New York | November 23, 2023 2:51:05 AM IST

The Rainbow Bridge crossing connecting the US and Canada near Niagara Falls has been shut as the federal authorities in Buffalo, New York, have said that an investigation is underway following a "vehicle explosion" at the crossing on Wednesday (local time ... read..

Nepal: Opposition youth wing to hold torch rally before show of strength on Thursday

Kathmandu | November 23, 2023 12:22:14 AM IST

The youth wing of the opposition CPN-UML (Communist Party of Nepal- Unified Marxist Leninist), the Yuwa Sangh, took out a torch rally on Wednesday evening ahead of a show of strength by the party on Thursday. ... read..

UAE Foreign Minister congratulates David Cameron on his appointment as UK's Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs

Middle East | November 23, 2023 12:22:12 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, congratulated David Cameron on the occasion of his appointment as the UK's Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs. ... read..

UAE President receives Bahraini Foreign Minister

Asia | November 23, 2023 12:22:09 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Bahrain, at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

400 Gaza tunnels destroyed in past month, says Israel

Middle East | November 23, 2023 12:22:03 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 22 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers have destroyed 400 tunnels in Gaza in the past month, the Israel Defence Forces announced on Wednesday. ... read..

G20 leaders unite in "condemnation of West Asia conflict, terrorism": Jaishankar

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 12:21:59 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar provided insights into the key discussions, emphasising that the focal point of talks remained on two geopolitical hotspots: the escalating Gaza situation in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. ... read..

US shared inputs on nexus between organized criminals, gun runners and terrorists, cause of concern for both countries: MEA

New Delhi | November 23, 2023 12:21:55 AM IST

India said on Wednesday that the US side shared some inputs pertaining to the nexus between organized criminals, gun runners, terrorists and others during the course of recent discussions on India-US security cooperation and issues in the context are alre ... read..

PM Modi expresses India's full support for Brazil's G20 Presidency, talks of 'Vasudhav Kudumbakam' as way forward for global peace

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 11:23:22 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday expressed confidence that G20 will continue to move forward with a "human-centric approach" under Brazil's G20 Presidency and that members of the grouping will give priority to food security, health security and s ... read..

PM Modi expresses India's full support for Brazil's G20 Presidency, talks of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' as way forward for global peace

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 11:23:17 PM IST

UK envoy Ellis stresses urgent climate action ahead of COP28 Summit

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 11:23:06 PM IST

As the world anticipates the upcoming COP28 Summit, British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, emphasised the pressing need to tackle climate change for the benefit of nations. ... read..

We condemn terrorism and violence: PM Modi at virtual G20 Summit

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 11:22:53 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that G20 members agreed on many issues, including the condemnation of terrorism and violence. He said that India has zero tolerance for terrorism. ... read..

UK warship HMS Spey makes inaugural visit to Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Port Blair (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) | November 22, 2023 11:22:48 PM IST

The Royal Navy warship HMS Spey has made her inaugural visit to India, following in the footsteps of sister vessel HMS Tamar, according to the British High Commission. ... read..

EU chief congratulates PM Modi for successful Indian G20 presidency

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 11:22:40 PM IST

The President of the European Union, Ursula von der Leyen, extended warm congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the successful culmination of India's G20 Presidency. ... read..

India's exports to Nordic countries have increased significantly in recent years: Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 10:18:14 PM IST

India's exports to Nordic regions have increased significantly in recent years, said Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Textiles, while addressing the second CII India Nordic-Baltic Bu ... read..

Israel-Hamas war: French President Macron welcomes announcement of release of hostages

Paris | November 22, 2023 10:18:09 PM IST

French President Emmanuel Macron has welcomed the announcement of a groundbreaking agreement facilitating the release of hostages in Gaza and the implementation of a humanitarian truce. ... read..

Russia has never refused peace negotiations with Ukraine: Vladimir Putin

Moscow | November 22, 2023 10:17:44 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said that Moscow has never refused peace negotiations with Kyiv and blamed Ukraine for pulling out of the negotiation process. ... read..

Indian Armed Forces contingent departs for Australia to participate in joint military exercise 'AustraHind-23'

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 9:23:14 PM IST

An Indian Armed Forces contingent, comprising 81 personnel, departed for Australia on Wednesday to participate in the second edition of joint military Exercise 'AustraHind-23', Ministry of Defence announced in a press release. ... read..

"World worried about negative effects of AI, deepfake": PM Modi

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 9:23:01 PM IST

In an address during the G20 Virtual Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the growing global apprehensions about the adverse impacts of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly deepfake technology. ... read..

Houthi hijacking an Iranian threat to global shipping

Middle East | November 22, 2023 9:22:47 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 22 (ANI/TPS): The Houthi hijacking of the Japanese-operated, British-owned cargo ship Galaxy Leader in the Red Sea on November 19 represents a significant escalation by the Iranian terror axis. ... read..

India resumes e-Visa facility for all eligible Canadian citizens

Ottawa | November 22, 2023 9:22:42 PM IST

India has resumed electronic visa services for eligible Canadian citizens, the High Commission of India in Canada announced on Wednesday. ... read..

G20 emphasised adopting human-centric approach while supporting innovation and digital technology: PM Modi

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 8:17:59 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that G20 Summit has emphasised adopting a human-centric approach while supporting innovation and digital technology. He noted that the G20 has strengthened confidence in multilateralism. ... read..

"Terrorism unacceptable...": PM Modi welcomes news of hostage release in Israel-Hamas war

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 8:17:50 PM IST

Referring to the Israel-Hamas war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asserted that terrorism is "unacceptable" and said that India is ready to walk along with member countries of G20 in combating terrorism in all its forms, adding that death of ci ... read..

HP University organises collaborative lecture on Chinese "Shih" strategy to manage border crises

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | November 22, 2023 8:17:41 PM IST

The Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Himachal Pradesh University, under the guidance of Chairman Dr Vikas Singh, organised a collaborative lecture on Chinese strategic culture and Chinese thinking on managing border crises with the Gyan Chakra ... read..

PM Modi announces USD 25 million for DPI, urges to use technology in "responsible manner"

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 8:17:36 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the need to use technology in an utmost responsible manner and announced USD 25 million for developing digital public infrastructure (DPI). ... read..

India, New Zealand exchange views on strengthing defence ties, discussion on Indo-Pacific

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 7:18:26 PM IST

New Zealand's Vice Chief of Defence Force, Air Vice-Marshal Tony Davies, called on Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (East), Saurabh Kumar and discussed "further strengthening" of defence ties with India. ... read..

UK daily claims US thwarted bid to assassinate India-designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

Washington DC | November 22, 2023 7:18:20 PM IST

UK based Financial Times has published a report claiming that the US thwarted a plan to allegedly assassinate India-designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil. ... read..

G20 came to be recognised as People's-20 in India's Presidency: PM Modi

Asia | November 22, 2023 7:18:11 PM IST

New Delhi [India], November 22 (ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that G20 came to be recognised as People's-20 during India's Presidency of the grouping and crores of people got connected with the events held in different parts of the c ... read..

India and UK discuss future of electric propulsion in naval vessels

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 7:18:00 PM IST

India and the United Kingdom have discussed the future of electric propulsion in naval vessels during the second India-UK Electric Propulsion Capability Partnership Joint Working Group meeting, which took place in New Delhi on Tuesday. ... read..

"Amazing, very good experience": Young diplomats laud Jaishankar's India vision for Global South

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 6:23:33 PM IST

A cohort of young diplomats, concurrently holding pivotal roles in their respective nations, has expressed profound admiration for the perspective on Global South affairs put forth by External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar. ... read..

Foreign Minister of Seychelles arrives in India, set to meet EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 6:23:29 PM IST

Seychelles Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Louis Sylvestre Radegonde, on Wednesday arrived in New Delhi on an official two-day visit to India. ... read..

Archaeologists: Mass production of arms in Israel goes back 7,200 years

Middle East | November 22, 2023 6:23:27 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 22 (ANI/TPS): War in the Middle East, it turns out, goes back more than seven millennia. ... read..

US elections: Trump 'runaway favourite' for Republican Party Presidential candidacy

Washington DC | November 22, 2023 6:23:24 PM IST

Republican candidates are beginning to prepare final pitches in preparation for the essential Iowa Caucasus, with the nomination, so far, appearing to lean towards Donald Trump's reinstatement as President of the United States, The Hill reported. ... read..

Israel president Herzog calls hostage deal 'moral and ethical duty'

Middle East | November 22, 2023 5:19:09 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 22 (ANI/TPS): Israel's President Isaac Herzog released a statement about the planned deal for the release of about 50 Israeli women and children hostages held in Gaza. The deal, reportedly, includes a cease-fire agreement lasti ... read..

Indian Coast Guard Ship Arinjay apprehends Pakistani fishing boat in Arabian Sea

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 5:18:39 PM IST

The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Arinjay on Tuesday apprehended Pakistani fishing boat Naz-Re-Karam in the Arabian Sea with 13 crew members. The boat is being brought to Okha harbour for thorough rummaging and joint interrogation by all agencies, Indian ... read..

Seychelles diplomat to visit India on three-day trip

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 4:18:23 PM IST

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Seychelles Sylvestre Radegonde, will be visiting India for the first time as Foreign Minister from 22-24 November 2023. ... read..

'Spain is right country to be partner of India in building its strategic autonomy': Spanish envoy

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 4:18:15 PM IST

The Spanish Ambassador to India, Jose Maria Ridao Dominguez, emphasised on Wednesday that Spain is the right country to be a partner of India in building its strategic autonomy, stressing that "we don't have any issue in this part of the world." ... read..

UAE: Masdar City Free Zone introduces specialised AI business package

Middle East | November 22, 2023 4:18:13 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): The Masdar City Free Zone has introduced a new licensing package for start-ups and businesses focused on artificial intelligence (AI). The package is part of a collaboration between Masdar City and Mohamed bin Zayed ... read..

UAE: Khalifa University installs flight simulator for enhanced aerospace engineering education

Middle East | November 22, 2023 4:18:09 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): Khalifa University of Science and Technology and Boeing announced today that they have installed a flight simulator to support students studying aerospace engineering at the university. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Investment Office accelerates key community market projects in Al Wathba

Middle East | November 22, 2023 4:18:03 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has announced plans to support new community market projects to enhance the quality of life for residents in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi. ... read..

India's engagement with Nordic-Baltic Eight countries expanded in past few years: Jaishankar

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 3:23:00 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday stressed that India's engagement with the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) has expanded in the last few years, adding that "appropriate institutional frameworks" with countries in the grouping are also being es ... read..

Indian Army holds joint military exercise with Sri Lanka Army in Pune, Nepal Army in Pithoragarh

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 2:25:14 PM IST

The Indian Army released a video describing a joint training exercises underway between troops of the Indian Army and Sri Lankan Army. ... read..

WHO calls for "urgent ceasefire", "humanitarian access" after attack on Al-Awda Hospital in Gaza

Geneva | November 22, 2023 2:25:05 PM IST

Following the attack on Al-Awda Hospital in Gaza, where three doctors and a patient companion were killed, the World Health Organisation expressed solidarity with the health workers of the hospital, calling for an 'urgent ceasefire'. ... read..

Japan lodges protest after N Korea launches spy satellite

Seoul | November 22, 2023 2:25:03 PM IST

After North Korea claimed to have launched its first military spy satellite into space, Japan issued a missile warning for residents in Okinawa and lifted it after sometime, Kyodo News reported on Wednesday. ... read..

India resumes e-visa services to Canadian nationals

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 2:24:57 PM IST

India on Wednesday resumed e-visa services to Canadian nationals, according to Sources. ... read..

Musk's X pledges to donate ad, subscription revenue to Gaza, Israel hospitals

San Francisco | November 22, 2023 1:23:07 PM IST

Elon Musk has announced that his X Corp will donate all revenue the social media platform generates from advertisements and subscriptions associated with the war in Gaza to hospitals in Israel as well as to the Red Cross/Crescent in Gaza. ... read..

Pakistan apply for BRICS membership says Russian News Agency TASS

Moscow | November 22, 2023 1:22:29 PM IST

According to an interview with Pakistan's newly appointed Ambassador to Russia Muhammad Khalid Jamali, Pakistan have applied for membership with the BRICS group of nations union in 2024, reported Russian news agency, TASS. ... read..

IDF Chief of Staff tells troops their advances in Gaza help to free hostages

Middle East | November 22, 2023 1:22:27 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 22 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Force (IDF) Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, met with reserve forces fighting inside the Gaza Strip on Tuesday. ... read..

'Every second or third youth out of ten in international workforce would be Indian': MEA Secy Sanjay Verma

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 1:22:25 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West), Sanjay Verma, emphasised on Wednesday that within a decade, every second or third youth out of ten in the international workforce would be an Indian. ... read..

Altman to return to OpenAI; Microsoft's Nadella says "encouraged by changes" at startup board

Washington DC | November 22, 2023 1:22:06 PM IST

OpenAI said it has in-principal reached an agreement to bring back just-ousted CEO Sam Altman into its fold again. ... read..

US President Biden comments on the release of 50 hostages by Hamas

Washington DC | November 22, 2023 12:23:11 PM IST

United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday 22 morning expressed his welcoming of the deal to accept a ceasefire in return for 50 hostage held by the Hamas militant group, sharing his gratitude to the acceptance of a ceasefire. ... read..

BRICS group of nations calls for "immediate and sustained" humanitarian truce in Gaza

Cape Town | November 22, 2023 12:23:05 PM IST

The BRICS group of nations on Tuesday called for an "immediate" and "sustained" humanitarian truce in Gaza while expressing their deep concern at the dire humanitarian situation. ... read..

MoS Muraleedharan concludes successful visit to Tanzania

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 12:22:57 PM IST

MoS External affairs V. Muraleedharan has concluded a successful visit to the United Republic of Tanzania from November 20 to November 21, a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..

Justin Trudeau confirms attendance at Virtual G20 summit amid India-Canada diplomatic stand-off

Ontaria | November 22, 2023 11:18:20 AM IST

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will participate in the virtual G20 Leaders' Summit, hosted by India. The Canadian Prime Minister's officer released Trudeau's schedule for Wednesday which has him joining in the meeting virtually ... read..

Chinese Premier Li Qiang to attend virtual G20 Summit on behalf of President Xi Jinping

Beijing | November 22, 2023 11:18:06 AM IST

Chinese Premier Li Qiang will attend the Virtual G20 Leaders' Summit to be held on Wednesday at India's invitation the Chinese Foreign Ministry said adding that China hopes that the virtual summit can pool consensus and send a positive signal to this end. ... read..

Former Advisor to Barack Obama loses job after making Islamophic comments in viral video

Washington, DC | November 22, 2023 10:17:50 AM IST

A former administration adviser to Barack Obama, Stuart Seldowitz, has been seen in a viral video making an Islamophobic rant at a Halal cart vendor in New York, The Hill reported. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 strikes Molucca Sea

Jakarta | November 22, 2023 10:17:35 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter Scale struck the Molucca Sea on Wednesday morning, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said in a statement. ... read..

At BRICS meet, Saudi Arabia urges all nations to halt weapon exports to Israel

Riyadh | November 22, 2023 10:17:33 AM IST

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday urged all nations to cease weapon exports to Israel, according to Al Arabiya Post. ... read..

Qatar says mediation a success, humanitarian pause in Israel-Hamas conflict achieved

Doha | November 22, 2023 10:17:20 AM IST

Qatar on Wednesday announced the success of mediation process that has resulted in a humanitarian pause in the Israel-Hamas conflict. ... read..

Israel cabinet approves deal for release of 50 hostages, offers multi-day ceasefire in return

Tel Aviv | November 22, 2023 9:22:54 AM IST

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office issued a statement on Wednesday, confirming the release of roughly 50 hostages abducted by the Hamas terror group in Gaza during the October 7 attack, reported The Times of Israel. ... read..

African envoys praise India's presidency as New Delhi gears up for Virtual G20 Leaders' Summit

New Delhi | November 22, 2023 8:23:14 AM IST

As India is ready to hold a virtual G20 Leaders' Summit on Wednesday, African envoys have hailed New Delhi's presidency. ... read..

"We are at war and will continue the war:" Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | November 22, 2023 8:23:07 AM IST

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the country will continue its war with Hamas even after the "pause to return our hostages," until Israel achieves all its war aims. ... read..

FNC, PAM discuss agenda of Women's Parliamentary Forum for 2023-2024

Middle East | November 22, 2023 8:23:05 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 22 (ANI/WAM): Maryam Majid bin Thaniah, Second Deputy Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), and Vice President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Mediterranean's (PAM) Women's Parliamentary Forum, held a virtual meeting wi ... read..

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