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PM Modi congratulates Luc Frieden on taking over as Luxembourg Prime Minister

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 7:52:20 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated Luc Frieden on taking over as Luxembourg PM and said relations between the two countries are rooted in shared belief in democratic values and the rule of law. ... read..

Meeting with Australian Dy PM provides opportunity to further deepen defence ties: Rajnath Singh

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 7:51:47 PM IST

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that the progress has been made in several areas during his meeting with Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles , adding that today's meeting has provided an opportunity to ... read..

PM Modi greets Argentina presidential poll winner Javier Milei, hopes to expand India-Argentina strategic partnership

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 6:48:12 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended his greetings to Javier Milei for winning the Argentina Presidential elections and expressed his hope to expand the India-Argentina strategic partnership. ... read..

Australian Deputy PM Marles inspects Tri-Services Guard of Honour in New Delhi

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 6:48:02 PM IST

Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles on Monday inspected the Tri-Services Guard of Honour in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at South Block lawns in New Delhi. ... read..

Israel: 1,850 terrorists captured in Judea and Samaria since war began

Middle East | November 20, 2023 6:47:56 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): Since the beginning of the war in Gaza, approximately 1,850 wanted terrorists have been arrested throughout Judea and Samaria, about 1,100 of whom are associated with the terrorist organisation Hamas. ... read..

Pro-Palestine fan who breached security at Ahmedabad to meet Kohli produced before Court

Gandhinagar (Ahmedabad) | November 20, 2023 6:47:50 PM IST

The Pro-Palestinian supporter of Australian origin, who invaded the field of play during the India-Australia final ODI World Cup match was produced before the Gandhinagar Sessions court on Monday. ... read..

Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority, Gulftainer extend concession agreements

Asia | November 20, 2023 6:47:44 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], November 20 (ANI/WAM): Gulftainer, a leading regional ports and terminals operator, and a provider of supply chain and logistics solutions, announced that it has extended its concession agreements with the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zo ... read..

Knowledge Summit 2023 to kick off tomorrow at Dubai World Trade Center

Asia | November 20, 2023 6:47:43 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 20 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Knowledge Summit 2023, organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation ... read..

UAE: RAK Ruler issues judicial fees law in Emirate's courts

Asia | November 20, 2023 6:47:37 PM IST

Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], November 20 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, has issued law No.16 of 2023 regarding the judicial fees in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. ... read..

Afghanistan: Women in Takhar demand release of women's rights activists

Kabul | November 20, 2023 5:52:56 PM IST

A group of women in Afghanistan's Takhar province have demanded the release of women's rights activists currently detained by the Taliban-led administration, Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Israel shares pictures of over 30 children held hostage by Hamas on World Children's Day, demands international community's help

Tel Aviv | November 20, 2023 5:52:48 PM IST

On the occasion of World Children's Day, Israel shared pictures of children held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, stressing that there are more than 30 children, including babies and toddlers. ... read..

Thirty-one children evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, to be moved to Egypt

Tel Aviv | November 20, 2023 5:52:39 PM IST

In a high-stakes operation, thirty-one babies were evacuated from Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza on Sunday that involved multiple international agencies rushing the newborns in ambulances through active fighting, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..

Australian Dy PM Marles drinks 'nimbu pani', eats 'Ram laddu' at street stall in Delhi, pays through UPI

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 5:52:37 PM IST

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles enjoyed drinking nimbu pani from a stall in Delhi on Monday and, notably, paid through the UPI digital payment system. ... read..

IDF releases images showing terrorists holding hostages in Gaza hospital

Asia | November 20, 2023 4:48:47 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): The IDF revealed new findings that prove Shifa Hospital in Gaza was used as a terrorist infrastructure where Hamas terrorists brought people they took hostage in Israel on October 7. The IDF also revealed new deta ... read..

US borders "most unsafe" in world history: Donald Trump slams Biden administration

Texas | November 20, 2023 4:48:41 PM IST

Former US President Donald Trump visited Texas near the US-Mexico border on Sunday (local time) and attacked the Biden administration over his 'anti-migrant' rhetoric, calling the US borders the "most unsafe" in the history of the world, CNN reported. ... read..

Israeli forces eliminate three Hamas commanders as Gaza operations continue

Middle East | November 20, 2023 4:48:34 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): Three Hamas commanders were killed during overnight combat in Gaza, Israel Defense Forces announced on Monday morning. ... read..

France: Napoleon Bonaparte hat fetches record USD 2.1 million at Paris auction

Paris | November 20, 2023 3:53:28 PM IST

A bicorne hat belonging to French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was sold for a record two million Euros at an auction in Paris on Sunday, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Pakistan court asks National Accountability Bureau to record Nawaz Sharif's statement in Toshakhana case

Islamabad | November 20, 2023 3:53:20 PM IST

The Islamabad accountability court has ordered the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) to record the statement of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif in the Toshakhana case, Dawn News reported on Monday. ... read..

Fallen Israeli soldier's organs save six lives

Middle East | November 20, 2023 3:53:03 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): Staff Sergeant Yehonatan Yitzhak Semo was killed in battle in Gaza, but his organs have been donated to six patients in different hospitals, Israel's National Transplant Center announced on Sunday. ... read..

UAE: ECI explores export support and green economy cooperation with UK ahead of COP28

Middle East | November 20, 2023 3:52:53 PM IST

London [UK], November 20 (ANI/WAM): Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI) has concluded its week-long UK roadshow in London to bolster economic and trade relations between the UAE and the UK. ... read..

UAE: Paperworld Middle East, Gifts and Lifestyle Middle East open tomorrow in Dubai

Middle East | November 20, 2023 3:52:49 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 20 (ANI/WAM): Paperworld Middle East and Gifts and Lifestyle Middle East will kick off from November 21-23 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The co-located events are expected to attract over 10,000 visitors from more than 100 visitin ... read..

Bangladesh Foreign Minister refutes reports on threats to US Ambassador Peter Haas amid elections

Asia | November 20, 2023 3:52:47 PM IST

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Australian Deputy PM Marles plays 'gully cricket' at Arun Jaitley Stadium premises in Delhi

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 3:52:30 PM IST

Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, Richard Marles interacted with the young cricket players and also played 'gully' cricket on the premises of Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Monday. ... read..

"India-US committed to safeguard "open, inclusive" Indo-Pacific": US Envoy to India Eric Garcetti

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 2:53:44 PM IST

Stating that India and the United States have made important steps towards strengthening their defence partnership, US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti said the two countries are committed to promoting resilient and rules-based international order to sa ... read..

Teen Israeli soldier Noa Marciano taken hostage, killed by Hamas; says IDF

Tel Aviv | November 20, 2023 2:53:42 PM IST

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari has said that the 19-year-old IDF Corporal Noa Marciano who was taken hostage by Hamas terrorists was killed by the terror group at the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza. ... read..

Australian Dy PM Richard Marles, Foreign Minister Penny Wong lay wreath at National War Memorial in Delhi

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 2:53:34 PM IST

The Australian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles along with Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong visited and laid a wreath at the National War Memorial in Delhi on Monday. ... read..

Trump and Biden "too old" for presidency: Ron DeSantis

Florida | November 20, 2023 12:52:37 PM IST

In a jibe at the presidential frontrunners -- Donald trump and Joe Biden -- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said that the presidency is "not a job for somebody that is pushing 80", CNN reported. ... read..

Sikh leaders seek "strict action" as reports of party with alcohol organised in Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara Pakistan sparks outrage

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 12:52:29 PM IST

Amid the reports of blasphemous acts at Kartarpur Sahib Gurudwara complex in Pakistan, Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Monday condemned the incident and demanded strict action against the people who organized an alcohol party i ... read..

Pakistan: Reports of party with alcohol, meat organised in Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara sparks outrage

Kartarpur | November 20, 2023 11:51:31 AM IST

In a shocking incident that has caused uproar among the Sikh community, a party was allegedly organised in the premises of holy site of Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara hurting the religious sentiments. ... read..

Nepal: Chhath Puja concludes as submerged devotees make offerings at sunrise

Lalitpur | November 20, 2023 11:51:29 AM IST

The Chhath puja concluded in Nepal, with devotees offering 'Araghya' to the rising sun while submerging at the Bagmati River, marking the end of four days of arduous fasting. ... read..

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrives in India for 2+2 dialogue

New Delhi | November 20, 2023 10:54:21 AM IST

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrived in the national capital to participate in the second India-Australia 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue on Monday morning. ... read..

Pakistan: "Our political rivals can see Nawaz Sharif becoming next PM", says Marriyum Aurangzeb

Lahore | November 20, 2023 10:54:00 AM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Information Secretary Marriyum Aurangzeb reiterated her confidence in the party supremo and said that even political rivals can forsee Nawaz Sharif becoming the prime minister for the fourth time, Geo News reported. ... read..

Far-right Javier Milei wins Argentina presidential polls amid inflation rage

Buenos Aires | November 20, 2023 9:52:02 AM IST

Pulling off a major upset, Javier Milei -- considered a far-right conservative leader -- won the Argentina presidential elections in provincial results, CNN reported on Sunday (local time). ... read..

Pakistan: In another blow to Imran Khan, party leader Ali Nawaz Awan joins IPP

Lahore | November 20, 2023 9:51:52 AM IST

In another setback to former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf, party leader Ali Nawaz Awan joined the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) in the run-up to the February 8 polls, Geo News reported on Sunday. ... read..

A morning of kindness turns to terror: A Sderot resident's story

Middle East | November 20, 2023 7:51:24 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): For Sderot resident Danny Eisenman, the story of October 7 began with helping some tourists change a flat tyre. ... read..

Holding timely elections biggest priority of interim govt: Pak Caretaker PM

Islamabad | November 20, 2023 6:51:56 AM IST

Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwarul Haq Kakar has reiterated that holding the general elections in a "timely" manner in the country continues to remain the biggest priority of his government, ARY News reported. ... read..

Israel-Hamas war: UN Chief reiterates call for immediate humanitarian ceasefire

New York | November 20, 2023 6:51:52 AM IST

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has reiterated his call for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire. ... read..

Saffron traders in Afghanistan urge for more facilities in exports, visas

Kabul | November 20, 2023 6:51:50 AM IST

Saffron traders in western Herat province say the government needs to give them greater assistance in securing visas and exporting their goods overseas, particularly as the ninth Saffron Flower Festival is approaching in the country, Pajhwok News reported ... read..

International forum to discuss 'Role of Media in Hatred and Violence' in Jeddah

Middle East | November 20, 2023 6:51:49 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 20 (ANI/WAM): An international forum entitled "The Role of Media in Hatred and Violence" will be held in Jeddah on November 26. It will be organised by the Union of News Agencies of the OIC Member States (UNA) and the Muslim World Le ... read..

Israeli soldiers discover 35 Gaza tunnel shafts, seize weapons

Middle East | November 20, 2023 6:51:47 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 20 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers discovered 35 tunnel shafts and seized weapons in northern Gaza, the Israel Defence Forces announced on Sunday. ... read..

Indian Community members in US flock to waterfronts to celebrate Chhath

New York | November 20, 2023 5:51:03 AM IST

Hundreds of people of Indian origin from New Jersey and New York flocked to waterfronts in the United States as they celebrated the auspicious festival of Chhath on Sunday. ... read..

"Deeply Shocked": Guterres on UN-run schools attacked in Gaza

New York | November 20, 2023 4:47:55 AM IST

Condemning the attack, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres said on Sunday that he is "deeply shocked" after the two UN-run schools were attacked in less than 24 hours in Gaza, as the Israel-Hamas war enters day 44. ... read..

"The day after we eliminate Hamas, we will not allow...": Israel PM Netanyahu's stern warning to Palestinian authority

Tel Aviv | November 20, 2023 3:52:22 AM IST

In a stern warning to the Palestinian authority following their denial of Hamas' involvement in the October 7 assault on Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the day the Hamas are eliminated by Israel, it will not allow whoever runs the ... read..

Former US First lady Rosalynn Carter passes away at 96

Washington, DC | November 20, 2023 3:52:12 AM IST

Former US First Lady as well as mental health activist Rosalynn Carter passed away at the age of 96, CNN reported, citing the Carter Centre, on Sunday. ... read..

Israeli forces find 55-meter-long "terrorist tunnel", 10 metres underneath Shifa Hospital

Tel Aviv | November 20, 2023 3:52:08 AM IST

In an operational update, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) as well as the Israel Securities Authority (ISA) have revealed that a 55-meter-long "terrorist tunnel" was found 10 metres under the Shifa Hospital complex in Gaza. ... read..

Activists in Pakistan urge calling off forced deportation of Afghan refugees

Kabul | November 20, 2023 1:49:12 AM IST

The civil society activists in Pakistan have demanded to halt the forced deportation of Afghan refugees from the country, as many of them continue to face harsh circumstances amid the ongoing situation, TOLOnews reported. ... read..

Around 450,000 Afghan migrants return to nation from Iran amid illegal immigration

Kabul | November 20, 2023 1:49:08 AM IST

Amid the ongoing issue of illegal immigration, around 450,000 Afghan migrants have willingly returned to the country from Iran, Khaama Press reported, citing Iranian local media reports. ... read..

Nepal observes Chhath as devotees continue fast, chant hymns throughout night

Kathmandu | November 19, 2023 11:52:46 PM IST

Devotees in Kathmandu thronged to nearby holy water bodies on Sunday evening, offering Arghya to Lord Sun as they prepared to stay awake for the whole night as the arduous fasting of Chhath entered the third day. ... read..

Abdullah bin Zayed, Ugandan FM explore bilateral ties, cooperation

Middle East | November 19, 2023 11:52:44 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 19 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed in a phone call with Odongo Jeje Abubakar, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uganda, the ties between their countries and prospects for boosti ... read..

Hostage marks ninth birthday in Hamas captivity

Middle East | November 19, 2023 11:52:39 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): Emily Hand was among the some 240 people kidnapped by Hamas terrorists on October 7 and taken back to the Gaza Strip. Her ninth birthday was on Friday. ... read..

Israel: Remains found of 12-year-old girl burned alive by Hamas

Middle East | November 19, 2023 11:52:33 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): The remains of a 12-year-old Israeli girl, burned alive alongside her twin brother and great-aunt in the October 7 Hamas onslaught on southwestern Israel, have been identified by archaeologists sifting through the ... read..

UAE: Ministry of Climate Change and Environment announces enhancement of digital services for the public

Middle East | November 19, 2023 11:52:22 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 19 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced the upgrade of nine of its digital services. ... read..

Australian Dy PM Richard Marles expresses joy to join PM Modi at ICC Cricket World Cup

New Delhi | November 19, 2023 11:52:08 PM IST

As the sixth ICC Cricket World Cup ends, Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles expressed delight in joining Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Cricket World Cup match in Ahmedabad today. ... read..

Pakistan to hold senate elections in March next year

Islamabad | November 19, 2023 10:52:51 PM IST

Pakistan is expected to hold Senate elections in the first week of March next year, according to ARY News. ... read..

Israel condemns Iranian-backed Houthis for hijacking international vessel heading towards India

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 10:52:42 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday condemned the hijacking of an international vessel by Iran-backed Houthis in the Red Sea and called it a "very serious incident on the global scale." ... read..

COP28 boosts green financing; UAE holds 19% of global sustainable bonds

Asia | November 19, 2023 10:52:33 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 19 (ANI/WAM): Fitch Ratings has affirmed the critical role that COP28 will play in raising awareness of sustainability issues in the region and steering investment and financial requirements towards a more environmentally responsible ... read..

Al Ain Book Festival 2023 kicks off across nine cultural, heritage sites

Middle East | November 19, 2023 10:52:31 PM IST

Al Ain [UAE], November 19 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), has inaugurated the 14th Al Ain Book Festival, taking place from November 19-25 under the theme 'All Eyes on Al Ain', with activities to be held across nine of the most promi ... read..

UAE aid convoy sets off towards Rafah crossing, bound for Gaza Strip

Asia | November 19, 2023 10:52:29 PM IST

Al Arish [Egypt], November 19 (ANI/WAM): A UAE humanitarian aid convoy set off today from Al Arish, Egypt, towards the Rafah Border Crossing today, in preparation for its entry into the Gaza Strip. The aid will be distributed under the UAE's supervision a ... read..

UAE: Ma'an launches third edition of Abu Dhabi Moments

Middle East | November 19, 2023 10:52:26 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 19 (ANI/WAM): The Authority of Social Contribution (Ma'an) launched the third edition of Abu Dhabi Moments, a vibrant initiative aimed at fostering engagement, celebrating diversity, and benefiting the entire Abu Dhabi community. ... read..

Mixed-Gender Battalion fights in Gaza for first time

Asia | November 19, 2023 10:52:22 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): For the first time a mixed-gender battalion of combat and rescue fighters is fighting inside the Gaza Strip, the Israel Defense Forces announced on Sunday ... read..

Israel announces brief suspension of military activities in Rafah city

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 9:49:24 PM IST

The Israel military once again paused its military activities for some time in the city of Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip for "humanitarian purposes", the Israel Defence Force (IDF) said on Sunday. ... read..

PM Modi arrives at Narendra Modi stadium to watch India-Australia final match

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | November 19, 2023 9:49:01 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Narendra Modi stadium to watch the ongoing India-Australia final ODI match in Ahmedabad on Sunday. ... read..

Four fighters including "high-value target" killed near Afghanistan border: Pakistan

Islamabad | November 19, 2023 8:52:18 PM IST

Pakistani security forces on Sunday claimed to have eliminated four armed fighters including one "high-value target" identified as "Ibrahim"near the northwestern border with Afghanistan, Al Jazeera reported, citing Pakistan's military. ... read..

Australian Dy PM Richard Marles arrives in Narendra Modi stadium to cheer for home team

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | November 19, 2023 8:52:07 PM IST

Australian Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles reached Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium to attend the cricket World Cup final match between India and Australia and cheer for his team on Sunday. ... read..

India's second tranche of humanitarian aid for Palestine arrives in Egypt

New Delhi | November 19, 2023 8:52:03 PM IST

The second tranche of humanitarian aid for the people of Palestine has arrived in Egypt. ... read..

Russia launches drone attacks on Ukraine after several weeks of pause

Kyiv | November 19, 2023 8:52:01 PM IST

Russia escalated its attacks on the Ukrainian capital after several weeks of halt by launching several drone attacks on the Kyiv, Poltava and Cherkasy regions of Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported, citing Ukrainian officials. ... read..

WHO plans to evacuate neo-natal babies from Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 7:48:04 PM IST

The Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health has said that the World Health Organization is planning to evacuate 30 neo-natal babies from the Al-Shifa hospital in northern Gaza, CNN reported on Sunday. ... read..

"We are determined to stand up to this evil"; says Israeli President Herzog amid war

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 7:47:48 PM IST

Amid the Israel war against Hamas and a sharp spike in anti-Semitic incidents across the world, Israeli President Issac Herzog released a message to Jewish communities, The Times of Israel reported on Sunday. ... read..

Israel Defence Forces carried out two raids in West Bank, detains over 28 Palestinians

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 7:47:43 PM IST

The Israel Defence Forces carried out two "brigade-level" raids in the West Bank's Jenin refugee camp and Balata refugee camp on Sunday and detained suspects and seized weapons, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

"No deal as of now": Israeli PM refutes reports on agreement for release of hostages

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 7:47:27 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the deal to secure the release of some 240 hostages held by Hamas has not been made with the terror group "as of now" and dismissed "a lot of incorrect reports"in media in recent days about imminent ... read..

Pakistan: Three persons killed in explosion in Balochistan

Balochistan | November 19, 2023 7:47:22 PM IST

In an explosion in Hoshab tehsil of Balochistan's Kech district in Pakistan, three persons travelling in a car were killed, Dawn News reported on Sunday. ... read..

Australian Deputy PM, Foreign Minister to reach India today to attend second India-Australia 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue

Canberra | November 19, 2023 6:48:59 PM IST

The Deputy Prime Minister of Australia and Defence Minister Richard Marles, along with the Foreign Affairs Minister of Australia Penny Wong, will travel to India today to attend the second India-Australia 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi. ... read..

World Cup Final: Australian spectator who breached security to meet Virat Kohli detained by Gujarat Police

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | November 19, 2023 6:48:55 PM IST

The Gujarat State Police detained the Australian spectator who was supporting Palestine and breached security and hugged Virat Kohli during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunda ... read..

US lawmakers urge to withhold further assistance to Pakistan

Islamabad | November 19, 2023 6:48:30 PM IST

Eleven members of the US Congress, in a letter to US State Secretary Antony Blinken, urged the Biden administration to withhold US assistance to Pakistan until the country holds free and fair elections and restores constitutional order, Dawn reported. ... read..

Hundreds gather as Cricket World Cup final fever soars in London

London | November 19, 2023 5:51:31 PM IST

The craze for the ODI World Cup 2023 between India and Australia has reached the United Kingdom capital, where hundreds of cricket fans came together to watch the final match on Sunday. ... read..

Mohamed Ghassan Moumoon appointed as new Maldives Defence Minister

Male | November 19, 2023 5:51:17 PM IST

The Maldivian politician and Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) leader, Mohamed Ghassan Moumoon was appointed as the new Defence Minister of the Maldives on Sunday. ... read..

"Cricket is sometimes uncertain, but things are looking very solid for India": Bangladesh Foreign Minister

By Ashoke Raj Dhaka | November 19, 2023 5:51:09 PM IST

As the ODI World Cup 2023 match is going on between India and Australia, Bangladesh Foreign Minister Shahriar Alam said on Sunday that although cricket is sometimes uncertain, things are looking very solid for India. ... read..

MoS Muraleedharan to pay official visit to Tanzania, Kenya from November 20-23

New Delhi | November 19, 2023 3:51:32 PM IST

Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan will pay an official visit to Tanzania and Kenya from November 20-23. ... read..

Israel strikes Hezbollah following rocket fire

Middle East | November 19, 2023 3:51:16 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces are shelling Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon after ten mortar shells were fired from Lebanon towards the Israeli village of Shlomi. ... read..

As Hamas leaders are eliminated, senior figures likely regrouping in South Gaza

Middle East | November 19, 2023 3:51:12 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): Hamas confirmed on Friday that Ahmed Behar, the terror group's number-three figure and highest-ranking person eliminated since October 7, was killed in an Israeli air strike earlier in the week. ... read..

2 injured as bus swerves off road in northern Israel

Middle East | November 19, 2023 3:51:03 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): A bus swerved off the road in northern Israel near Kibbutz Gan Shmuel amid heavy rains. ... read..

INS Sharda visits Port Antsiranana, Madagascar to strengthen ties of friendship

Antananarivo | November 19, 2023 2:51:27 PM IST

Indian Navy Ship (INS) Sharda is on a visit to Port Antsiranana, Madagascar, from November 17-23 as part of an ongoing operational deployment. ... read..

Second IAF aircraft carrying emergency aid for Gaza departs for Egypt's El-Arish airport

Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | November 19, 2023 1:48:19 PM IST

A second Indian Air Force (IAF) C17 aircraft, carrying 32 tonnes of aid for civilians in Gaza caught up in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, on Sunday departed for the El-Arish Airport in Egypt. ... read..

"May this Festival of Chhath bring great joy...": Singapore envoy wishes Team India success ahead of WC final against Australia

New Delhi | November 19, 2023 12:52:23 PM IST

Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, on Sunday wished success to Team India ahead of the World Cup 2023 final against five-time world champions Australia. ... read..

US working to broker deal to free hostages in Gaza in exchange for pause in fighting: White House

Washington, DC | November 19, 2023 12:52:19 PM IST

White House National Security Council Spokesperson Adrienne Watson has said the US is working hard to broker a deal between Israel, the US and Hamas to free hostages held in Gaza in exchange for a five-day pause in fighting. ... read..

UN-run school in Gaza attacked

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 12:52:17 PM IST

A school run by the United Nations in northern Gaza has been attacked, the UN confirmed on Saturday. A top UN official described it as a "horrifying" incident, CNN reported. ... read..

IMF revises Pakistan's foreign loan requirement to USD 25 bn for this fiscal

Islamabad | November 19, 2023 10:51:02 AM IST

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Pakistan's foreign loan requirement to USD 25 billion for this fiscal year, reducing it by USD 3.4 billion, The Express Tribune newspaper reported, adding that it also lowered Pakistan's economic growth pr ... read..

All parties should be allowed to contest 2024 general elections in Pak: PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah

Islamabad | November 19, 2023 9:51:08 AM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Rana Sanaullah on Saturday said "all political parties" should be allowed to contest the 2024 general elections in the country, Geo News reported. ... read..

Director confirms most patients, staff have evacuated Gaza's Shifa Hospital

Middle East | November 19, 2023 7:51:29 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): Most patients and staff of Gaza's Shifa Hospital have already been evacuated, the Israel Defence Forces confirmed in a recorded conversation with the medical center's director on Saturday. The military released a ... read..

Three in four Palestinians support Hamas' massacre: Survey

Middle East | November 19, 2023 7:51:27 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): Slightly more than three in four Palestinians have a positive view of Hamas in the wake of its October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel, according to a survey by the Arab World for Research and Development (AWRAD) re ... read..

Pak's Chakwal seminary horror: Victims reveal gruesome details of abuse

Chakwal | November 19, 2023 7:51:21 AM IST

Students from a local seminary in the Chakwal district have come forward with harrowing accounts of sexual assault and torture by two teachers, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Afghanistan: Special women's exhibition faces challenges amid restrictions

Kabul | November 19, 2023 7:51:17 AM IST

The "Khadijah al-Kubra" inaugural national and international exhibition for women, aimed at empowering entrepreneurial women, faces obstacles and low turnout due to economic hardships, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Benjamin Netanyahu faces battles on multiple fronts amid mounting calls to free hostages

Tel Aviv | November 19, 2023 6:49:02 AM IST

In the midst of escalating pressure to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a multifaceted battle. Families and supporters of the nearly 240 hostages marched from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, demanding g ... read..

Biden stands firm against ceasefire, condemns West Bank violence in op-ed

Washington, DC | November 19, 2023 6:48:54 AM IST

In an op-ed published on Saturday, US President Joe Biden dismisses increasing ceasefire calls for Gaza, asserting that it won't bring about peace. ... read..

Israel-Hamas war: Death toll from Oct 7 music festival massacre rises to 350

Middle East | November 19, 2023 6:48:53 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 19 (ANI/TPS): The death toll from Hamas' October 7 attack at the Nova Music Festival was raised from 260 to 350, with officials stressing the number could rise more as new information surfaces. ... read..

Pakistan: Kidnapped policeman found dead in Lakki mountains

Lakki Marwat | November 19, 2023 5:52:32 AM IST

The body of Farmanullah, a Frontier Reserve Police constable abducted by terrorists on Thursday evening, was discovered in the mountains near Land Ahmadkhel area of Lakki Marwat, Dawn reported. ... read..

Save the Children issues warning on disease outbreaks among children returning from Pakistan

Kabul | November 19, 2023 5:52:30 AM IST

Save the Children, a humanitarian organisation for children, has sounded the alarm, reporting a surge in diseases like acute respiratory infections and diarrhoea among returning migrants from Pakistan, Khama Press reported. ... read..

Liberia: President George Weah concedes defeat after a tight runoff against Joseph Boakai

Monrovia | November 19, 2023 3:53:46 AM IST

Liberia's President, George Weah, has conceded his defeat to opposition candidate Joseph Boakai after a closely contested run-off election, CNN reported. ... read..

Pak: Woman's corpse found inside drum in Karachi

Karachi | November 19, 2023 3:53:42 AM IST

The body of an unidentified woman was discovered inside a water drum on an empty plot in Karachi's Defence Housing Authority Phase VII, as confirmed by police and hospital authorities on Saturday, Dawn reported. ... read..

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