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UAE Schools and Nursery Show's 2nd edition kicks off at Expo Centre Sharjah

Middle East | May 18, 2024 11:00:51 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], May 18 (ANI/WAM): The second edition of the UAE Schools and Nursery Show was launched on Friday at the Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS), and is slated to run until 9th May. ... read..

Foreign diplomats attend PM Modi's public meeting in Delhi

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 11:00:29 PM IST

A delegation comprising several foreign diplomats, including Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong and Nepal's Ambassador to India Shankar P Sharma, attended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's public meeting in North East Delhi today. ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N Central Working Committee nominates Shehbaz Sharif as working president

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 9:00:53 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Central Working Committee (CWK) on Saturday accepted the resignation of Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif from the party's presidency and nominated him as acting president, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

US urges China to disclose Panchen Lama's location

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 11:01:01 PM IST

The United States has called on China to provide information about the 11th Panchen Lama, the second most important spiritual leader in Tibetan Buddhism after Dalai Lama, who was "abducted" at the age of six by People's Republic of China 29 years ago. ... read..

Pakistan: Load-shedding makes lives of people a living hell in Sindh

Karachi | May 18, 2024 8:00:55 PM IST

With the rise in mercury levels, load-sheddings in different cities of Sindh province of Pakistan have made the lives of people a living hell and consistent load-shedding has caused chaos among the people of the region. ... read..

Tibetans rally for release of 11th Panchen Lama amid China's controversial appointment

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | May 18, 2024 8:00:51 PM IST

In a display of solidarity, exiled Tibetans gathered in Dharamshala on Friday, demanding the release of their revered spiritual leader, the 11th Panchen Lama, who they believe was abducted by China. ... read..

Pakistan: 13 including 5 children killed as minitruck plunges into ravine in Khushab

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 8:00:39 PM IST

At least 13 people, including five children, were killed and four others sustained injuries when a mini truck carrying a family fell into a ravine in Khushab district in Pakistan's province of Punjab, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

"Situation in Bishkek calm": Kyrgyzstan Foreign Ministry after India issues advisory

Bishkek | May 18, 2024 8:00:13 PM IST

Kyrgyzstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has said that the situation in Bishkek is calm and under full control and all necessary measures have been taken to ensure security and maintain peace and stability. ... read..

Over USD 16 billion from partners push ADB's focus on climate action, sustainable development

Middle East | May 18, 2024 4:00:33 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 18 (ANI/WAM): The Asian Development Bank (ADB)'s partners committed USD 16.4 billion in cofinancing in 2023, up by 44 per cent from the previous year. ... read..

US Navy finishes installing Gaza pier, will begin receiving aid 'in coming days'

Middle East | May 18, 2024 4:00:29 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): The US Navy completed the installation of a floating pier off the coast of Gaza, with humanitarian aid deliveries to begin "in the coming days," US Central Command announced. ... read..

'Demarche made with Kyrgyz Republic', to take measures for Pakistani students' safety: Pak Foreign Office on mob violence

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 3:00:31 PM IST

After Pakistan advises students in the Kyrgyz Republic to stay indoors as mob violence continues against international students, Pakistan Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesperson Mumtaz Baloch said that a demarche has been made with Kyrgyzstan at the instruc ... read..

Sharjah, Lithuania explore enhancing economic cooperation

Middle East | May 18, 2024 3:00:27 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 18 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has engaged in high-level discussions with the Ambassador of Lithuania to the UAE, exploring avenues for enhancing economic cooperation, bolstering trade ties, and fost ... read..

UAE lining up with Israel, US on demanding Palestinian reform

Middle East | May 18, 2024 3:00:25 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): The United Arab Emirates is emerging as a hardline critic of the Palestinian Authority at the annual Arab League summit in Bahrain, refusing to back a significant budget until Ramallah makes sweeping changes such as ha ... read..

Israeli chief Rabbis tell pilgrims not to visit Mount Meron on Lag B'Omer holiday

Middle East | May 18, 2024 3:00:23 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 18 (ANI/TPS): Israel's two chief rabbis instructed worshipers not to travel to a holy site on Mount Meron during the upcoming holiday of Lag B'Omer because of the war. ... read..

US Navy finishes installing Gaza pier, will begin receiving aid 'in the coming days'US Navy finishes installing Gaza pier, will begin receiving aid 'in the coming days'

Middle East | May 18, 2024 3:00:20 PM IST

'Fake eyelashes', 'Butch body', 'bleach blonde'...: US lawmakers trade insults

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 2:01:20 PM IST

Tensions rode high during a United States House Committee meeting with lawmakers of the Republican and Democratic Parties, who resorted to hurling body shaming insults at each other. ... read..

US conducts subcritical nuclear test

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 2:01:09 PM IST

The United States conducted a subcritical nuclear test at Nevada earlier this week, according to a statement released by the US Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. ... read..

Sri Lanka: Rath Yatra of Holy Saryu water flagged off for Seetha Amman Temple

Colombo | May 18, 2024 2:01:07 PM IST

In a ceremonial event imbued with spiritual significance, India's High Commisioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, alongside Members of Parliament and other dignitaries, inaugurated the Rath Yatra of Holy Saryu Water from Mayurapathi Sri Badrakali Amman Kovil. ... read..

Pak Senator rebukes IHC judges' remarks, demands evidence for calling him "proxy" over spy agencies' interference in judicial affairs

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 1:01:02 PM IST

Pakistan independent Senator Faisal Vawda rebuked the remarks by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) and demanded evidence for being called a 'proxy' after the Senator came out against the judges of the IHC over their letter, alleging spying by intelligence ag ... read..

Kazakhstan President focuses on efforts to aid flood-affected people

Astana | May 18, 2024 1:01:00 PM IST

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev chaired the 28th session of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan (APK), titled "Unity. Creation. Progress," during which he focused on his government's efforts to aid those impacted by severe floods that bega ... read..

US warns China over support to Russia; Beijing hits back with "military collusion" with Taipei

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 1:00:54 PM IST

A top US defence official has warned his Chinese counterpart about China's increasing cooperation with Russia, even as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladamir Putin met and pledged to strengthen ties between the two countries. ... read..

Pak journalists' union condemns government's 'fascist' move to amend defamation law

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 1:00:41 PM IST

The Pakistan Federal Union of Journalists (PFUJ) has vehemently criticised the federal and Punjab governments for their recent attempts to amend the defamation law, denouncing it as a fascist manoeuver aimed at quelling dissent and suppressing media freed ... read..

Pak: Dengue outbreak claims 14 lives in Turbat, over 5000 cases reported in Kech district

Turbat | May 18, 2024 1:00:34 PM IST

A dengue outbreak in Turbat has resulted in the deaths of at least 14 patients, with over 5,000 individuals diagnosed with the disease in the Kech district of Makran division this year, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan National Assembly member Ali Pervaiz sworn in as state minister

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 1:00:33 PM IST

Member of National Assembly of Pakistan Ali Pervaiz on Saturday, took oath as minister of state, reported Dawn. ... read..

Indian students in Kyrgyzstan advised to "stay indoors" amid mob violence

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 12:00:46 PM IST

As the mob violence against international students in Bishkek continues, the Indian Embassy in Kyrgyzstan advised the Indian students to stay indoors and to get in touch with the Indian embassy. ... read..

Taiwan parliament chaos: Ruling, opposition lawmakers engage in physical scuffles, verbal attacks over controversial bills

Taipei | May 18, 2024 12:00:42 PM IST

Tensions reached a boiling point within the legislature as ruling and opposition lawmakers clashed both physically and verbally over a series of contentious reform bills, sparking a chaotic scene that persisted well into the night, Focus Taiwan reported. ... read..

Rishi Sunak's wealth surges by 120 mn Pounds amid UK billionaire slowdown

London | May 18, 2024 11:01:01 AM IST

The fortune of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, has experienced a remarkable surge, exceeding 120 million pounds in growth over the past year, thus elevating their combined wealth to a substantial 651 million pounds, UK-based broadc ... read..

Not too many more vibrant democracies in world than India, says White House

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 11:00:59 AM IST

Applauding people in India for exercising their right to vote in the general elections, the White House said on Friday that there are not too many more vibrant democracies in the world than India. ... read..

Imran Khan to pen letter to army chief 'for country's sake'

Islamabad | May 18, 2024 11:00:52 AM IST

The founder of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Imran Khan, announced his intention to draft a letter to Chief of Army Staff General Asim Munir, citing the nation's current issues as his motivation, Dawn reported. ... read..

Taiwan detects 18 Chinese aircraft, 4 vessels near island

Taipei | May 18, 2024 11:00:46 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence on Saturday confirmed the detection of a significant presence of Chinese military aircraft and vessels near Taiwan. ... read..

Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband sentenced to 30 years in prison

Washington, DC | May 18, 2024 11:00:37 AM IST

After over a year of violent assault on US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband, a federal judge sentenced the attacker, David DePape to 30 years in prison for the attack and 20 years for attempted kidnapping, reported CNN. ... read..

Foreign Secy' London visit aimed to strengthen India-UK bilateral cooperation across multiple fronts

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 11:00:23 AM IST

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra paid an official visit to the United Kingdom from May 16-17 for the 16th round of Foreign Office Consultations with Sir Philip Barton, Permanent Under-Secretary, Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the Minis ... read..

Indian talent in high demand globally, mobility agreements on rise: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 7:59:16 AM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday stressed the growing role of Indian skills and talent at the global level and said that the developed countries of the world are now manifesting interest in concluding mobility agreements with India. ... read..

Aramco signs 3 MoUs with American companies to advance development of lower-carbon energy solutions

Middle East | May 18, 2024 3:00:21 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 18 (ANI/WAM): The Saudi Arabian Oil Company Aramco today announced the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading American companies to advance the development of potential lower-carbon energy solutions. ... read..

Brazil to host FIFA Women's World Cup 2027

Middle East | May 18, 2024 7:59:11 AM IST

Brasialia [Brazil], May 18 (ANI/WAM): At the 74th FIFA Congress in Bangkok, Thailand, Brazil was announced as the host nation of the tenth FIFA Women's World Cup to be held in 2027, becoming the first South American nation to host the tournament. ... read..

Four, including Spanish tourists killed in armed attack in Afghanistan

Bamyan | May 18, 2024 7:59:09 AM IST

At least four people, including three foreigners, were killed, and seven others were injured in an armed attack in Bamyan province of Afghanistan, as reported by Khaama Press News Agency, citing the spokesperson of the Taliban-controlled Ministry of Inter ... read..

Nahyan bin Zayed crowns Al Wasl Football Club after winning UAE President's Cup

Middle East | May 18, 2024 7:59:07 AM IST

Al Ain [UAE], May 18 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Zayed Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, today crowned Al Wasl team as champions of the UAE Presi ... read..

US evacuates 17 out of 20 American doctors stuck in Gaza

Washinton, DC | May 18, 2024 5:59:57 AM IST

Seventeen of the 20 American doctors who were stuck in Gaza after Israel shut the border crossing from Rafah to Egypt have safely departed the enclave, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said on Friday. ... read..

Israel recovers bodies of three hostages from Gaza

Tel Aviv | May 18, 2024 5:59:55 AM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Friday recovered the bodies of three hostages from the war-torn Gaza Strip amid intense fighting raging between Israeli forces and Hamas, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Norwegian envoy May-Elin Stener calls India EFTA-TEPA agreement 'historic'

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 5:00:47 AM IST

Norwegian Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener on Friday called the recently signed India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement 'historic' in the India-Norway relationship and said that the pact will be an important instrument to enhance trade and ... read..

US: Hyderabad software engineer dies in road accident in North Carolina

Hyderabad (Telangana) | May 18, 2024 5:00:45 AM IST

A 30-year-old software engineer from Hyderabad died in a road accident in North Carolina, United States. ... read..

Russia moves troops towards Borovaya in Eastern Kharkiv region, says Ukrainian official

Moscow | May 18, 2024 5:00:40 AM IST

Escalating its military operation in Ukraine, Russian forces have advanced towards the village of Borovaya in the Izyum district of the Kharkiv region, as reported by the Russian News Agency TASS, citing Vitaly Ganchev, head of the military-civilian admin ... read..

EAM Jaishankar bids farewell to outgoing Italian envoy Vincenzo De Luca

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 3:00:29 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday received and warmly bid farewell to the Italian Ambassador to India, Vincenzo De Luca during a formal farewell call in Delhi. ... read..

"We are not aware": MEA on Indian students facing 'deportation' in Canada

New Delhi | May 18, 2024 1:59:48 AM IST

Amid the recent reports of Indian students in Canada protesting against the Justin Trudeau government for "changing the immigration policy overnight and denying them work permits", the Ministry of External Affairs stated on Friday that they don't have any ... read..

"Tolerance for any kind of cross-border terrorism activity very low in India": EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | May 17, 2024 5:01:40 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, on Friday, emphasised that the tolerance for any kind of cross-border terrorism activity in India is very low, reiterating that if something like this happens, there will be consequences. ... read..

Nepal police arrest students protesting in front of parliament demanding resignation of Home Minister

Kathmandu | May 17, 2024 5:01:18 PM IST

Nepal Police arrested about 12 students who were protesting outside the country's parliament demanding the resignation of Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane. ... read..

Pak SC to hold suo motu hearing against Senator for remarks against judges, who alleged interference in judicial affairs

Islamabad | May 17, 2024 4:01:35 PM IST

Pakistan's Supreme Court is set to arbitrate on proceedings against Senator Faisal Vawda, on Friday after taking suo motu notice of his tirade against the Islamabad High Court over their letter alleging interference by spy agencies, The News International ... read..

First India-Russia consultations on visa-free tourist exchange set for June, confirms Russian official

Moscow | May 17, 2024 4:01:21 PM IST

The first India-Russia joint consultations on the launch of visa-free tourist exchange will be held in June, followed by a bilateral agreement by the year-end, reported Sputnik, citing a Russian minister. ... read..

UAE: Sharjah Centre for Volunteer Work, Al Qasimia University to foster culture of volunteering

Middle East | May 17, 2024 4:01:06 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 17 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Centre for Volunteer Work of Sharjah Social Services Department and Al Qasimia University (AQU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance voluntary work and social responsibility amongst stud ... read..

UAE Foreign Minister meets member of Israeli Knesset

Middle East | May 17, 2024 4:01:00 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 17 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with Mansour Abbas, a member of the Israeli Knesset and Chairman of the United Arab List, in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

Israel promotes switch to renewable energy use in private homes

Middle East | May 17, 2024 4:00:55 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 17 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure launched a first-of-its-kind guide to aid local authorities in encouraging their residents to adopt renewable energies in their homes. ... read..

Kim Jong Un's sister says N Korea's weapons not for exports after US sanctions Russian firms

Pyongyang | May 17, 2024 4:00:36 PM IST

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un influential sister on Friday, dismissed allegations of military cooperation between Russia and North Korea, stressing that her country's weapons are not for sale for other countries, including Russia, but as a defence again ... read..

China plans to float nuclear reactors in disputed South China Sea, analysts see it 'risky for environment'

Washington, DC | May 17, 2024 2:01:11 PM IST

The US military warned that China is moving forward with developing floating nuclear reactors in the South China Sea to hold up its claim to the disputed maritime territory, a development, which analysts have stressed would pose risks to the environment, ... read..

12th India- Mongolia Joint Working Group meeting held to bolster bilateral defence cooperation

New Delhi | May 17, 2024 2:01:10 PM IST

The India and Mongolia Defence Ministries organised the 12th Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting on May 16-17 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia and reviewed the progress on various bilateral defence cooperation initiatives and identified means to further enhance coo ... read..

North Korea fires ballistic missile toward Sea of Japan, says South Korea

Asia | May 17, 2024 2:00:49 PM IST

Seoul [South Korea], May 17 (ANI) North Korea has fired a ballistic missile towards the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military said on Friday. ... read..

US sanctions Russian entities, persons over North Korea-linked weapons transfers

Washington | May 17, 2024 1:00:04 PM IST

The United States has imposed sanctions on five Russian individuals and entities for facilitating the trade of ballistic missiles and other weapon transfers between North Korea and Russia for the latter's use against Ukraine. ... read..

Efforts to prevent, control hypertension need to be further strengthened to meet global, national targets: WHO Regional Director

New Delhi | May 17, 2024 12:59:47 PM IST

An estimated over 294 million people are living with hypertension in South-East Asia according to World Health Organization (WHO)'s Regional Director for South-East Asia, Saima Wazed. ... read..

Israel: Indian embassy officials pay last respects to retired Colonel Kale killed in Gaza

Tel Aviv | May 17, 2024 12:01:05 PM IST

The officials from the Indian Embassy in Israel paid their last respects to Colonel Waibhav Anil Kale (Retd) who was killed in Gaza as his mortal remains were repatriated to India. ... read..

Taiwan detects Chinese incursion with aircraft and vessels around nation

Taipei | May 17, 2024 11:00:23 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND), on Friday, detected eight Chinese aircraft and eight People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels, operating around Taiwan. ... read..

Nepal PM to take test of strength for fourth time amid Oppn protest in parliament

Kathmandu | May 17, 2024 11:00:19 AM IST

Nepalese Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal aka Prachanda will seek his fourth vote of confidence on Monday amid ongoing disruption and chaos in parliament, officials said. ... read..

Kurdish leader jailed by Turkey court for 42 years over 2014 deadly riots

Ankara | May 17, 2024 10:01:00 AM IST

A Turkish Court has sentenced over 20 Kurdish politicians, including former presidential candidate Selahattin Demirtas, on bogus charges of crimes against the state and for their role in the 2014 deadly riots that erupted as Islamic State group overran th ... read..

"Russians, Chinese are brothers forever": Putin speaks highly of bilateral ties on China visit

Beijing | May 17, 2024 11:00:30 AM IST

On the closing day of his two-day China visit, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke highly of the people-to-people ties between the two countries, saying that the Russians and the Chinese are "brothers forever", state news agency TASS reported. ... read..

China 'can't have it both ways' on Russia and Western ties: US

Washington, DC | May 17, 2024 7:00:18 AM IST

The United States said on Thursday that China cannot have stronger ties with Europe and other countries while supporting Russia in its ongoing war against Ukraine. ... read..

Hoor Al Qasimi appointed Artistic Director of 2026 Biennale of Sydney

Asia | May 17, 2024 7:00:16 AM IST

Sydney [Australia], May 17 (ANI/WAM): Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi has been appointed as the Artistic Director of the Biennale of Sydney, scheduled to take place from March 7 to June 8, 2026. Al Qasimi will collaborate with local communities, artists and academ ... read..

inSEWA implements projects to enhance Kalba's 'Hanging Gardens'

Middle East | May 17, 2024 7:00:13 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], May 17 (ANI/WAM): In a bid to enhance development projects in Kalba, the Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has undertaken initiatives to optimise services. ... read..

Over 120 dhow boats to compete in 3rd Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race

Middle East | May 17, 2024 7:00:11 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 17 (ANI/WAM): All focus goes to the 33rd Al Gaffal 60ft Traditional Dhow Sailing Race, with over 120 dhow boats having confirmed their participation. ... read..

US imposes sanctions on entities 'transferring' military equipment between North Korea and Russia

Washington, DC | May 17, 2024 5:00:21 AM IST

The US imposes sanctions on Russian entities for their involvement in the transfer of military equipment and components between North Korea and Russia amid the ongoing war against Ukraine, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statemen ... read..

South Africa urges International Court of Justice to order Gaza ceasefire, halt Israel's Rafah Op

The Hague | May 17, 2024 5:00:19 AM IST

South Africa has urged the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to order Israel to halt its assault on Rafah as part of its case accusing Israel of genocide against the Palestinians, Al Jazeera reported on Thursday. ... read..

Russia expels UK defence attache from Moscow in a tit-for-tat move

Moscow | May 17, 2024 5:00:17 AM IST

In a tit-for-tat move, Russia on Thursday expelled UK defence attache Adrian Coghill from Moscow in response to 'unfriendly moves by the UK,' the Russian news agency TASS reported, citing the Russian Foreign Minister's statement. ... read..

Indian mission in New York calls on nature enthusiasts to visit Chilika Lake in Odisha

New York | May 17, 2024 2:58:57 AM IST

The Indian Consulate General in New York on Thursday called on tourists worldwide to explore the tranquil charm of Chilika Lake, located in the Indian state of Odisha. ... read..

US State Secy condemns 'political violence', wishes speedy recovery for Slovak PM

Washington, DC | May 17, 2024 2:58:55 AM IST

US State Secretary Antony Blinken held a telephonic conversation with Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar to express solidarity following the assassination attempt on Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller s ... read..

Abu Dhabi Customs launches first phase of Virtual Corridors Cargo Movement System

Middle East | May 16, 2024 12:00:26 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 16 (ANI/WAM): The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has completed the Virtual Corridors Cargo Movement System in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, to facilitate the movement of duty-suspended goods between customs ports, or between ... read..

"What happened against Israel on October 7 was terrorism," says EAM Jaishankar

Nashik (Maharashtra) | May 16, 2024 12:00:22 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that the attack that happened against Israel was "terrorism", adding that response will be there if any country is a victim of terrorism. ... read..

CII-Bharat Pavilion at Cannes: Indian envoy to France invites global filmmakers to shoot in J-K

Cannes | May 16, 2024 12:00:18 AM IST

On the sidelines of the CII-Bharat Pavilion at Cannes, the Indian Ambassador to France, Jawed Ashraf has expressed happiness about Jammu and Kashmir representing the rich shooting locations of India this year and added that it would be a delight to the gl ... read..

Israel confirms Hezbollah drone hit Galilee military installation

Asia | May 16, 2024 12:00:09 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 16 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces confirmed on Thursday that an explosive drone launched by Hezbollah damaged a sensitive military facility in the Lower Galilee on Wednesday. ... read..

Pakistan: Baloch Yakjehti Committee leads protest against Gwadar fencing

Quetta | May 16, 2024 12:00:01 AM IST

In a display of opposition, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) organised a protest and announced a forthcoming conference to denounce the alleged increased militarisation of the region, with a fence being built around the port of Gwadar. ... read..

Nepal bans 'Everest, MDH Masala' brand, starts test for ethylene oxide

Kathmandu | May 16, 2024 11:59:49 PM IST

Nepal's Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has banned the import, consumption and sale of two Indian spice brands Everest and MDH as it starts test for levels of ethylene oxide, an official confirmed to ANI. ... read..

Israeli military says five soldiers killed in friendly fire in Jabalya in Gaza

Tel Aviv | May 16, 2024 11:59:44 PM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Thursday that five soldiers were killed due to friendly fire during operations in Jabalya in northern Gaza, CNN reported. ... read..

Nepal: Scuffle breaks out in parliament between opposition and ruling alliance lawmakers

Kathmandu | May 16, 2024 11:59:40 PM IST

A scuffle erupted between opposition and ruling alliance lawmakers in the lower house of Nepal parliament over the formation of an investigation committee against Nepal's Home Minister Rabi Lamichhane in case of cooperative fraud. ... read..

Pakistan: Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says he is being defamed over legal, declared property

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 11:59:04 PM IST

Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi voiced his displeasure in response to the latest Dubai Leaks controversy, saying it is unjust to depict his lifetime profits as unlawful, according to ARY News. ... read..

Sharjah Ruler chairs University of Kalba's BoT meeting

Middle East | May 16, 2024 11:59:02 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], May 16 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member, Ruler of Sharjah and President of the University of Kalba, chaired, on Thursday, the second meeting of the Board of Trustees (BoT) at the university's headquar ... read..

PM Keith Rowley of Trinidad and Tobago meets Maharashtra Governor at Raj Bhavan in Mumbai

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 16, 2024 11:58:57 PM IST

Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Dr Keith Christopher Rowley and his wife Sharon Rowley were accorded a ceremonial reception by Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais at Raj Bhavan, Mumbai on Thursday. ... read..

Activists decry China's repression, call for ending Uyghur and Tibetan oppression

Geneva | May 16, 2024 9:03:02 PM IST

At the 2024 Geneva Summit for Human Rights and Democracy held on Wednesday, Uyghurs, Tibetans, and Chinese political prisoners vehemently condemned Beijing's repressive policies. ... read..

Pakistan: Probe 'launched' over Imran Khan's leaked picture during SC hearing

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 9:02:55 PM IST

The picture of PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan that went viral on social media has prompted an investigation by the Supreme Court Police, ARY News reported citing sources. ... read..

Slovak PM Fico 'stabilised' after surgery but remains in 'serious' condition after assassination attempt

Bratislava | May 16, 2024 9:02:34 PM IST

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, is now in a 'stable' condition, but remains serious after he was shot on Wednesday (local time) in Handlova from a close range, according to CNN. ... read..

PoJK PM indirectly blames JAAC leaders for death of protesters in Muzaffarabad

Muzaffarabad | May 16, 2024 9:02:27 PM IST

Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir Prime Minister Chaudhry Anwarul Haq indirectly blamed the leaders of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC) that was behind protests in Muzaffarabad on Monday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. He said that a tragedy could ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N to pick interim party president on May 18

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 9:01:42 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) is all set to announce its interim party president on May 18 after Shehbaz Sharif stepped down from the post, ARY News reported on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan: Women hold protest in Dera Ismail Khan against prolonged loadshedding

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 9:01:37 PM IST

Women and residents of Chota Lahor tehsil of Swabi in Pakistan's Dera Ismail Khan blocked roads against prolonged power loadshedding on Wednesday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

Russian envoy delivers address to officers of National Defence College in Delhi

New Delhi | May 16, 2024 9:00:38 PM IST

The Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, delivered his annual address to the officers of India's National Defence College in New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

Politically motivated "lone wolf" charged with shooting Slovak PM Fico

Bratislava | May 16, 2024 9:00:33 PM IST

A politically motivated "lone wolf," has been charged in the assassination attempt of the Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, CNN reported citing the country's interior minister on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan: Kashmiri journalist Ahmed Farhad allegedly abducted by security agencies

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 9:00:20 PM IST

There is no information regarding the whereabouts of Kashmiri journalist Ahmed Farhad, who was reportedly abducted from his residence in Islamabad by security forces on Wednesday. ... read..

Pakistan: Opposition alliance to approach court to seek permission for rally in Faisalabad

Islamabad | May 16, 2024 9:00:13 PM IST

A multi-party opposition alliance has decided to move courts to seek permission for holding a rally in Faisalabad on May 17 as a part of its movement to 'save' Pakistan's constitution, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE: Xposure opens registration for 'See Sharjah' Photography Award contest

Middle East | May 16, 2024 4:01:15 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 16 (ANI/WAM): The 9th edition of the Xposure International Photography Festival 2025, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, has announced the opening of registration for the 'See Sharjah' Photography Award contest. ... read..

Chinese leader Xi expresses "readiness to work with Putin" to jointly steer future direction of bilateral relations

Beijing | May 16, 2024 4:00:50 PM IST

Following Russian President Vladimir Putin's arrival in Beijing, China's President Xi Jinping expressed readiness to work with the Russian leader to jointly steer the future direction of bilateral relations between the two countries, reported Xinhua. ... read..

"PoJK temporarily slipped away due to someone's weakness or mistake": EAM takes veiled swipe at Nehru, Cong

Nashik (Maharashtra) | May 16, 2024 4:00:39 PM IST

In a veiled swipe at the country's first prime minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and the Congress, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said India lost its hold on Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) due to "someone's weakness or mist ... read..

China to impose sanctions on five Taiwanese TV commentators for criticising Beijing

Beijing | May 16, 2024 3:00:25 PM IST

China's Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) said that they will "punish" five Taiwanese TV commentators for being critical of China, reported Taiwan News. ... read..

YouTube to block access to protest song videos in Hong Kong following court ruling

Asia | May 16, 2024 3:00:00 PM IST

YouTube has announced its decision to block access in Hong Kong to videos featuring performances of the banned protest song "Glory to Hong Kong." The move comes after Hong Kong's Court of Appeal ruled the song illegal to sing or play in the city, stating ... read..

Home to half of the world's top 10 trending tourism destinations, Asia Pacific is making a comeback: Mastercard Economics Institute on travel in 2024

Singapore | May 16, 2024 2:59:50 PM IST

The global travel sector is breaking boundaries in 2024 as consumer spending on tourism remains robust and passenger traffic soars, according to the latest report from the Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI). ... read..

Israeli pavilion at Cannes Film Festival to highlight October 7 traumas

Middle East | May 16, 2024 2:59:47 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], May 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Culture and Sports Miki Zohar announces the opening of the Israeli pavilion at the Cannes Film Festival under the banner of Israeli films from the "Gaza Envelope" (areas near Gaza). ... read..

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