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Pakistan: China announces Khunjerab Pass closure for four months in winter
Gilgit-Baltistan | November 12, 2023 11:52:35 PM IST
The Chinese government announced the closure of Khunjerab Pass for four months in winter, almost a month after it agreed to keep the high-altitude road open throughout the year, Dawn News reported on Sunday. ... read..


After dismal progress in BRI, China switches to 'regional approach' in Nepal: Report
Kathmandu | November 12, 2023 11:52:20 PM IST
After six years of dismal progress on projects under the Belt and Road Initiative in Nepal, China seems to have taken a regional approach to extend President Xi Jinping's flagship connectivity arm, a report in Kathmandu Post stated. ... read..


UK: EAM Jaishankar calls on PM Rishi Sunak, gifts signed bat by Virat Kohli
London | November 12, 2023 11:52:18 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murty at 10 Downing Street and conveyed the best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Diwali on Sunday. ... read..


South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of US: Joe Biden
Washington, DC | November 12, 2023 10:53:11 PM IST
US President Joe Biden extended his wishes on Diwali and said that the Diwali message of seeking the light of wisdom and love has helped his nation "emerge stronger". ... read..


Israeli civilians injured by Lebanese rocket fire
Middle East | November 12, 2023 10:53:05 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): Terrorists in Lebanon fired anti-tank missiles in the area of Moshav Dovev, injuring several civilians, the Israel Defence Forces said. ... read..


UAE: Extensive community participation in 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign to support Palestinian people
Middle East | November 12, 2023 10:53:00 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): Extensive community participation is continuing for the 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign, which is organising events across the United Arab Emirates. Today, the campaign event organised at the Abu Dhabi Cruise Ship Termi ... read..


UAE: CBUAE enhances Emiratisation efforts in financial sector through its participation in Tawdheef
Middle East | November 12, 2023 10:52:56 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): As part of its commitment to the UAE's Emiratisation agenda, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) will participate in the 17th annual Tawdheef exhibition from November 13-15, taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Ex ... read..


Hezbollah reportedly reinforcing personnel in Lebanon
Middle East | November 12, 2023 10:52:54 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): According to reports in Syria, Hezbollah has transferred to Lebanon 1,500 of its personnel who fought in Syria. ... read..


Trudeau trying to manage damage he inflicted: Experts on fresh claims by Canadian PM amid diplomatic row
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 10:52:51 PM IST
As Justin Trudeau introduced a fresh sour note in bilateral ties with India, amid the continuing diplomatic standoff; affirming his earlier claim of Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, strategic experts on Sun ... read..


French President tells Israeli President he never accused Israel of harming innocent civilians
Middle East | November 12, 2023 10:52:48 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): President Emmanuel Macron of France on Sunday called Israeli President, Isaac Herzog to clarify comments he made during an interview to the BBC on Friday. ... read..


"Never again is now": IDF claims to have recovered 'Mein Kampf' from Hamas base
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 9:48:09 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday alleged that the troops had recovered a copy of 'Mein Kampf' -- the autobiography of Adolf Hitler -- from a Hamas terrorist base in Gaza. ... read..


1,570 terrorists captured outside of Gaza, two killed in latest IDF operation
Middle East | November 12, 2023 9:48:07 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): The IDF reported that its forces together with Border Police units, working under the intelligence guidance of the Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service), arrested 15 wanted terrorists throughout ... read..


Taliban embassy in Qatar issues memo on Pakistan's deportation of Afghan refugees
Kabul | November 12, 2023 9:48:05 PM IST
The Taliban Embassy in Qatar has issued a memo expressing concern to all diplomatic and international organizations regarding the unilateral and forced deportation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Israelis searching for bodies near Gaza get eagle-eyed help
Middle East | November 12, 2023 9:48:03 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): Israeli authorities searching for the remains of people massacred by Hamas on October 7 received some unexpected help from a white-tailed eagle that recently landed in Israel. The bird is already credited with fin ... read..


Pakistan: Balochistan-based business tycoon abducted at gunpoint
Balochistan | November 12, 2023 9:47:57 PM IST
A Balochistan-based business tycoon and a political leader of the Pashtoonkhwa Milli Awami Party (PkMAP) Haji Naseebullah Khan Achakzai was abducted by unidentified men late on Friday night, Dawn News reported on Sunday. ... read..


UAE: Central Bank participates in the "Tawdheef" exhibition
Middle East | November 12, 2023 8:46:59 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates is participating in the activities of the 27th session of the "Tawdheef" exhibition, which begins tomorrow at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) and continues u ... read..


Mohammed bin Rashid Space showcases its pioneering projects at Dubai Airshow 2023
Middle East | November 12, 2023 8:46:57 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center announced today its participation in the Dubai Airshow 2023, which will be held at the Dubai International Airshow Central from November 13-17, by displaying its most prominent proje ... read..


Diwali wishes pour in from leaders, diplomats across world
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 8:46:32 PM IST
On the occasion of the Diwali festival, foreign diplomats and world leaders extended their greetings with their special messages. The list of leaders who extended their wishes on the occasion include UK PM Rishi Sunak, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, Australi ... read..


Kabul residents under financial constraints, cannot afford to buy wood, coal
Kabul | November 12, 2023 7:51:06 PM IST
Several residents in Kabul have complained and reported that they are unable to buy coal and firewood because of financial difficulties, especially when winters are approaching, Pajhwok News reported. ... read..


Around 300,000 join pro-Palestinian rally in London, scores of counter-protesters arrested
London | November 12, 2023 7:50:56 PM IST
A massive pro-Palestinian rally drew some 300,000 attendees to London on Saturday after police arrested several counter-protesters for trying to approach the marchers, CNN reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Dengue cases tally crosses 11000 in Punjab, new 139 cases detected in Lahore
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 7:50:50 PM IST
The dengue cases in Pakistan's Punjab province reached over 11000 during the current year so far after 232 new cases were found in the last 24 hours, ARY News reported on Sunday. ... read..


Afghanistan: Repatriated families express concern over education of their children
Kabul | November 12, 2023 7:50:42 PM IST
Families of Afghans who were repatriated to eastern Nangarhar province have requested the government to provide their children with educational facilities after expressing worries over their children's education, according to Pajhwok News. ... read..


Justin Trudeau doubles down on Nijjar claim, says India "kicked out" Canadian diplomats
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 7:50:30 PM IST
Reaffirming his allegation of Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar on his home soil, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday accused New Delhi of violating the Vienna Convention by "kicking out" 40 dipl ... read..


PoK: Gilgit-Baltistan govt faces backlash over wheat price hike
Gilgit-Baltistan | November 12, 2023 7:50:28 PM IST
The opposition parties, who had declared plans for a massive protest campaign against the steep price hike, rejected the Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) government's decision to boost the subsidised wheat price from (PKR) 20 to (PKR) 32 per kg, reported Dawn. ... read..


Hezbollah claims responsibility for rocket attack injuring 6
Middle East | November 12, 2023 7:50:26 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): Hezbollah claimed responsibility for firing a guided anti-tank rocket in the area of Moshav Dovev that injured several employees of the Israel Electric Corporation. ... read..


Israel's military chief flies over Gaza, takes stock of ground operations
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 6:47:50 PM IST
The chief of staff of Israel Defence Forces (IDF), Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, spoke with the troops over the radio as he flew over the Gaza Strip to take stock of the ongoing ground operations against Hamas, The Times of Israel reported on Sunday. ... read..


Iran: Indian envoy pays homage to Indian soldiers who died in world wars on Remembrance Day
Tehran | November 12, 2023 6:47:42 PM IST
Remembrance Day was observed on November 12 at the Commonwealth War Cemetery in Tehran, Iran, to commemorate death of soldiers during the two world wars. ... read..


"All criminality must be met with full and swift force of law": Sunak on violence during pro-Palestine rallies in UK
London | November 12, 2023 5:47:58 PM IST
Weighing in on the violence at pro-Palestinian rallies on Armistice Day in the UK, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Saturday said all criminality must be met with the full and swift force of the law. ... read..


"Even if Israel has to stand against world...": Netanyahu vows to defeat Hamas
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 5:47:53 PM IST
Hitting back at the global criticism over civilian deaths in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his vow to defeat Hamas pledging to "stand firm against the world if necessary", Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Nepal celebrates fiesta of dogs, Kukur Tihar
Kathmandu | November 12, 2023 5:47:51 PM IST
Nepal on Sunday worshipped dogs as part of the celebration commonly called "Kukur Tihar," an annual day of dogs in the Himalayan Nation. ... read..


Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong extends Diwali greetings in Tamil
Asia | November 12, 2023 5:47:41 PM IST
Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Sunday extended Diwali wishes to people in Tamil. ... read..


Israel, Finland sign USD 335 million deal for David's Sling Air Defence System
Middle East | November 12, 2023 4:48:03 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Defense Ministry signed an agreement to sell its David's Sling air defense system to Finland on Sunday. The deal is estimated at 1.3 billion shekels (over USD 335 million). ... read..


UAE renews its support for the goals and programs of UNESCO during COP28
Middle East | November 12, 2023 4:47:53 PM IST
Paris [France], November 12 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, UAE's Minister of Culture and Youth, called on member states of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to join the efforts of the UAE and its ... read..


"If bigger countries violate..." Canada PM Justin Trudeau attacks India again
Ottawa | November 12, 2023 4:47:37 PM IST
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reiterated his allegation that India violated the Vienna Convention after over 40 Canadian diplomats moved out amidst a diplomatic row between the two countries. ... read..


Art installation in Tel Aviv calls for death penalty for Hamas terrorists
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 3:52:53 PM IST
A large art installation in Tel Aviv's Dizengoff Square, is demanding the death penalty for the perpetrators of Hamas's deadly October 7 massacre in southern Israel, the Jerusalem Post reported. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism reopens Delma Museum following restoration
Middle East | November 12, 2023 3:52:46 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has reopened the Delma Museum following the completion of a major restoration initiative. ... read..


UAE President honours winners of Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards 2023
Middle East | November 12, 2023 3:52:41 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has honoured the winners of the Abu Dhabi World Jiu-Jitsu Awards 2023 following the conclusion of the 15th Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championsh ... read..


Sharjah Media City participates in Global Media Congress 2023
Middle East | November 12, 2023 3:52:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 12 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Media City (Shams) is set to participate in the second edition of the Global Media Congress (GMC). The three-day congress, graciously held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahy ... read..


Israel-Hamas war: Rocket alerts sounded in evacuated Israeli town near Gaza
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 2:48:14 PM IST
Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, rocket alerts were heard in the border area town of Israel, Kissufim, near Gaza earlier today, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Hamas opens fire at soldiers during evacuation of civilians: Israel Defence Force
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 2:48:04 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that a "significant" number of soldiers continue to fight in Gaza City's al-Shati camp, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Israel extends wishes to people on Diwali
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 2:47:59 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Israel has wished the people on the occasion of Diwali. The Indian Embassy in Israel in its Diwali message said that Diwali symbolises "victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance." ... read..


Media plays important role in providing aid to deported Afghan refugees
Kabul | November 12, 2023 2:47:44 PM IST
Taliban officials have emphasised that the media reports in Afghanistan have played an important role in collecting aid for the Afghan refugees deported from Pakistan, TOLO News reported on Sunday. ... read..


Apple CEO Tim Cook extends greetings on Diwali
California | November 12, 2023 1:54:31 PM IST
Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook on Sunday extended wishes on the occasion of Diwali. ... read..


WHO loses communication with Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza
Geneva | November 12, 2023 1:54:27 PM IST
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Sunday said that it has lost communication with Al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, stressing that those who fled the hospital have been reportedly shot, wounded or killed. ... read..


Pakistan: Three police personnel killed in terrorist attack in Tank
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 12:47:03 PM IST
Three police personnel, including a station house officer (SHO), were killed and five others including a deputy superintendent of police sustained injuries after a terrorist attack on police in the Kari Shah Noor area of Pakistan's Tank, Pakistan-based Da ... read..


Top US official Brett McGurk to visit Israel: Report
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 11:51:20 AM IST
The White House coordinator for West Asia, Brett McGurk will reportedly travel to Israel on Tuesday as part of visit to countries in the region with the goal of reaching a US-brokered deal securing the release of many of the hostages being held by Hamas i ... read..


US Embassy Community celebrates Diwali with festive lights, sweets
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 11:51:18 AM IST
The community of the US Embassy in India celebrated Diwali with US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Sunday with festive lights, sweets, and rangoli. ... read..


British High Commission in India extends wishes to people on Diwali
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 11:51:10 AM IST
The British High Commission in India on Sunday extended wishes to people on the occasion of Diwali. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf blames PDM government for 'economic catastrophe'
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 10:51:41 AM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has issued a white paper blaming the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) coalition government for the economic catastrophe in the country Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Jordan airdrops humanitarian aid to field hospital in Gaza Strip
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 10:51:37 AM IST
The Jordan Air Force has again dropped humanitarian aid from the air to a field hospital in the Gaza Strip, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Former UK PM Johnson condemns 'anti-Semitic rally' in London
London | November 12, 2023 9:52:44 AM IST
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday condemned the anti-Semitic rally in London and the Hamas massacre of October 7, stressing that they will not succeed in their intent to wipe Israel off the map. ... read..


Hamas integral part of axis of terrorism led by Iran: Israeli PM Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | November 12, 2023 9:52:43 AM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called Hamas an "integral part of the axis of terrorism" led by Iran, which he said endangers the Middle East and Arab world as well. ... read..


Anti-terrorism court extends judicial remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Yasmin Rashid and others
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 9:52:35 AM IST
The anti-terrorism Court (ATC) has extended the judicial remand of three accused, including Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Yasmin Rashid and others, in a case pertaining to vandalism, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


Taliban-led Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation calls Pak's move to deport Afghan migrants "rushed"
Kabul | November 12, 2023 9:52:33 AM IST
Following Afghanistan's reaction to the forced expulsion of Afghan migrants from Pakistan, Mohammad Arsalan Kharoti, Deputy Minister of Refugees and Repatriation (MoRR), called Pakistan's decision to deport Afghan immigrants from their country "rushed", r ... read..


Hamas's human shields: 'Terrorists left the hospital with civilians'
Middle East | November 12, 2023 8:47:13 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/WAM): The Israel Defense Forces evacuated Rantisi Hospital in the Gaza Strip and chose not to target Hamas terrorists leaving with civilians on foot and in cars and ambulances, military officials said on Saturday. The d ... read..


French national Michel Morliere dies at Apnaghar Ashram in Varanasi
New Delhi | November 12, 2023 7:52:12 AM IST
French national Michel Morliere, born in Thorigny, France died on Wednesday at Apnaghar Ashram in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. ... read..


Netanyahu rules out Palestinian authority's return to Gaza
Middle East | November 12, 2023 7:52:10 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/WAM): Speaking to reporters in Jerusalem on Saturday night, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ruled out the return of the Palestinian Authority to Gaza after the war. ... read..


Arab countries oppose measures against Israel despite fighting in Gaza
Middle East | November 12, 2023 7:52:06 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): While member states blasted Israel's invasion of Gaza, an emergency meeting of the Arab League and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation was held in Riyadh on Saturday without adopting any practical measures aga ... read..


IDF working with Gaza's Shifa hospital staff to provide safe passage southward for Gazans
Middle East | November 12, 2023 6:53:06 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 12 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have said they are working with Gaza's hospital staff to provide safe passage southward for Gazans from Shifa Hospital. ... read..


Over 800 Sudanese reportedly killed by armed groups in West Darfur: UNHCR
Khartoum | November 12, 2023 5:47:21 AM IST
Over 800 people have been killed, and more than 4.8 million people have been displaced in the last six months due to the armed insurgency in Ardamata in Sudan's West Darfur, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). ... read..


French Ambassador to India visits war veterans' memorial
Puducherry | November 12, 2023 4:47:02 AM IST
French Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, and France's Deputy Ambassador to Puducherry, Talbot Barre, visited the war veterans' memorial on the beach road. ... read..


Satisfaction level of Afghan women for their freedom, social life lowest in world: Survey
Kabul | November 12, 2023 3:52:57 AM IST
In a recent survey, the Gallup Institute said that the satisfaction level of Afghan women for their freedom and social life in Afghanistan is at the bottom in comparison to other countries, TOLO News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: PTI cancels rally in Karachi after district administration denies permission
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 2:52:57 AM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has cancelled its public gathering in Karachi. The rally scheduled for Sunday was cancelled after the district administration denied permission, ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan's special envoy to Afghanistan claims presence of TTP in country
Islamabad | November 12, 2023 2:52:53 AM IST
Pakistan's special envoy to Afghanistan, Asif Ali Durrani, has claimed the presence of Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Afghanistan and said that peace in Afghanistan has become a nightmare for Pakistan, TOLO News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: 3 minor siblings suffocate to death after accidentally locking themselves inside trunk in Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi | November 12, 2023 1:52:20 AM IST
Three minor siblings suffocated to death after accidentally locking themselves inside a trunk in Pakistan's Rawalpindi, ARY News reported. ... read..


US accomplice in Israel 'crimes': Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi
Riyadh | November 12, 2023 1:52:15 AM IST
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said on Saturday that the US government is the "main perpetrator" and "accomplice" of the confrontation between Israel and Hamas. ... read..


Taliban criticises Pakistan's decision to deport Afghan immigrants from country
Kabul | November 12, 2023 1:52:13 AM IST
Afghanistan's Taliban-appointed deputy of the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation (MoRR) Mohammad Arsala Kharoti, has called Pakistan's decision to deport Afghan immigrants from the country "rushed", TOLO News reported. ... read..


President Herzog speaks with German President on Kristallnacht anniversary
Middle East | November 11, 2023 11:17:27 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], November 11 (ANI/TPS): The President of Israel Isaac Herzog spoke by phone Thursday evening with the President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier on the 85th anniversary of the Kristallnacht Pogrom. President Steinmeier reiterated his h ... read..


Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed attends Abu Dhabi International Boat Show
Asia | November 11, 2023 11:17:25 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has attended the Abu Dhabi international Boad Show (ADIBS), which is being held at Abu Dhabi ... read..


UAE dispatches 100 tonnes of food, medical supplies to support Palestinians in Gaza
Middle East | November 11, 2023 11:17:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): Today, in an extension to the humanitarian efforts of the "Tarahum for Gaza" campaign, the UAE dispatched a plane carrying 100 tonnes of food, medical, and relief supplies to El Arish city in the Arab Republic of Eg ... read..


Mansour bin Zayed participates in Joint Arab-Islamic Extraordinary Summit in Riyadh
Asia | November 11, 2023 11:17:11 PM IST
Riyadh [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): On behalf of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, led the UAE delegation to the Joint Arab-Isla ... read..


"Israel occupation responsible for crimes against Palestinians"; says Saudi Prince at summit on Gaza
Riyadh | November 11, 2023 10:18:27 PM IST
Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said on Saturday that the Kingdom holds the 'Israeli occupation' responsible for the 'crimes' committed against the Palestinians, Arab News reported. ... read..


"Indian diaspora...worked hard for this initiative": US official on Diwali holidays in New York
New York | November 11, 2023 10:18:05 PM IST
The Deputy Commissioner at the New York City Mayor's office, Dilip Chauhan lauded the historic development of observing Diwali as a public school holiday for the first time in its history. ... read..


Three babies die after Gaza largest hospital went "out of service"
Tel Aviv | November 11, 2023 10:18:03 PM IST
Three babies died in the neonatal unit of Al-Shifa hospital located in northern Gaza after the hospital went "out of service" amid continuous Israeli fire in the vicinity, CNN reported quoting the Hamas-controlled Ministry of Health on Saturday. ... read..


Pro-Palestinian rally kicks off in London amid Israel-Hamas war
London | November 11, 2023 9:16:42 PM IST
A pro-Palestinian rally kicked off in the UK as thousands of people started gathering in central London to show their anger against Israeli aggression in Gaza. ... read..


French envoy Thierry Mathou "excited to celebrate first Diwali" in India
New Delhi | November 11, 2023 9:16:35 PM IST
The French Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, extended his Diwali wishes and marked the occasion by exploring the handicrafts of Indian markets. ... read..


UK PM Sunak, a "devout Hindu", extends wishes on Diwali, Bandi Chhor Divas
London | November 11, 2023 8:22:45 PM IST
Rishi Sunak, the first British Asian Prime Minister and a "devout Hindu" has extended Diwali wishes with a message of looking to the "future with hope". ... read..


UAE Embassy, Cyprus National Library organise cultural initiative
Middle East | November 11, 2023 8:22:37 PM IST
Nicosia [Cyprus], November 11 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Embassy in Nicosia, in collaboration with the Cyprus National Library, has organised an initiative aiming to promote cultural cooperation between the national libraries of the two countries. ... read..


Mubadala Health kicks off two-day Diabetes Conference in Abu Dhabi
Middle East | November 11, 2023 8:22:31 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): Imperial College London Diabetes Centre and HealthPlus Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, both M42 companies, marked the successful launch of the Mubadala Health Diabetes Conference on Saturday. ... read..


UAE Public Prosecution signs MoU with Ministry of Defence
Middle East | November 11, 2023 8:22:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Public Prosecution has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Defence, represented by the Military Prosecution, to strengthen partnership and cooperation in the judicial and legal fi ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits Pakistan
Islamabad | November 11, 2023 8:22:07 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 on a richer scale hit Pakistan on Saturday evening, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


Iceland evacuates people amid volcanic threat, declares state of emergency
Reykjavik | November 11, 2023 7:23:06 PM IST
Iceland has declared a state of emergency, compelling authorities to urge residents to evacuate the coastal town of Grindavik due to an increased risk of a volcanic eruption triggered by a series of intense earthquakes in the southwest of the country, CNN ... read..


Taliban embassy in Qatar raises concerns over Afghan refugees' forced deportation by Pakistan
Kabul | November 11, 2023 7:22:46 PM IST
The Taliban's Embassy in Qatar has issued a memorandum expressing apprehensions to diplomatic and international organisations regarding the unilateral and forced deportation of Afghan refugees from Pakistan, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Pakistan seeks USD600 million from Chinese banks amid IMF bailout negotiations
Islamabad | November 11, 2023 7:22:41 PM IST
Facing financial challenges, Pakistan has formally requested fresh loans amounting to USD 600 million from two Chinese banks, signalling a critical step in its ongoing negotiations with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the release of the second t ... read..


British couple on holiday in Egypt die after adjoining room fumigated for bedbugs
Hurghada | November 11, 2023 6:22:44 PM IST
A devastating incident unfolded during a vacation for a British couple, John and Susan Cooper, who tragically lost their lives due to carbon monoxide poisoning at a hotel in Hurghada, Egypt, after the adjoining room was sprayed with pesticide to kill bedb ... read..


Pakistan leader Asad Umar quits Imran Khan's party, quits politics
Islamabad | November 11, 2023 6:22:30 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf former secretary general, Asad Umar, who had resigned from his post in May following the May 9 riots, announced his resignation from PTI's basic membership as well as quit politics, Dawn News reported on Saturday. ... read..


Israel-Hamas war: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi arrives in Saudi Arabia to attend OIC Summit
Riyadh | November 11, 2023 6:22:28 PM IST
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi arrived in Saudi Arabia to participate in the OIC summit in Riyadh on Saturday, which aimed to discuss the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Human rights group accuses Pakistan of using Afghan refugees as 'political pawns'
Islamabad | November 11, 2023 6:22:13 PM IST
Amid the deportation drive initiated by the Government of Pakistan against Afghan illegal immigrants, Amnesty International urged the government to "halt the continued detentions, deportations, and [alleged] widespread harassment of Afghan refugees," The ... read..


Indian Mission facilitates repatriation of 8 fishermen arrested in Maldives
Male | November 11, 2023 5:23:01 PM IST
In a proactive move to address the concerns of 12 Indian fishermen stranded in the Maldives, the High Commission of India has "facilitated the repatriation" of eight individuals who expressed interest in returning to India immediately. ... read..


MoS Muraleedharan, Japanese counterpart discussed various aspects of bilateral partnership during visit: MEA
New Delhi | November 11, 2023 4:18:17 PM IST
During his visit to Japan, Union Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, held productive discussions with the country's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iwao Horii, on various aspects of the bilateral partnership. ... read..


ILO endorses establishment of Global Coalition for Social Justice
Europe | November 11, 2023 4:18:08 PM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], November 11 (ANI/WAM): The International Labour Organisation's (ILO) Governing Body concluded its 349th Session with several key decisions, including endorsing the establishment of a Global Coalition for Social Justice. ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed receives Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany
Middle East | November 11, 2023 4:18:04 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed with Annalena Baerbock, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of Germany, developments in the Middle East region and their security an ... read..


Protesters outside European Parliament raise chants on abuse of blasphemy laws in Pakistan
Brussels | November 11, 2023 4:17:59 PM IST
The European Pakistani Christian Action Committee held a protest outside the European Parliament, raising issues including the abuse of blasphemy laws, a culture of impunity, discrimination, incitement of violence in the name of religion, coerced faith co ... read..


COP28 aims to bolster climate action, reinforcing Paris Agreement as a global cornerstone
Middle East | November 11, 2023 4:17:57 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): The unprecedented heatwaves that hit different parts of the world in July and August of last year caused widespread disruptions in many countries, leading to forest fires, water and food shortages, and hurricanes th ... read..


EAM Jaishankar to visit UK from November 11-15, set to meet counterpart Cleverly
New Delhi | November 11, 2023 3:18:55 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will travel to the United Kingdom on an official visit from November 11-15, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced in a press release. ... read..


Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's interim CM passes away
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | November 11, 2023 3:18:49 PM IST
Caretaker chief minister of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Mohammad Azam Khan, passed away on Saturday, Dawn reported citing a hospital spokesperson. ... read..


Afghan girls reiterate demand to reopen schools
Kabul | November 11, 2023 3:18:43 PM IST
After two years of the Taliban's decision to ban girls from accessing education after sixth class, Afghan girls reiterated their demand to reopen schools for them once again, reported TOLO News. ... read..


New York: Anti-Israel protesters target Grand Central, NYT building; Israel flag set ablaze
New York City | November 11, 2023 3:18:37 PM IST
Hundreds of anti-Israel demonstrators, part of a "Flood Manhattan for Gaza" protest, stormed Grand Central Terminal, prompting its closure. The protesters, rallying against the Jewish state, set fire to an Israeli flag at Columbus Circle, chanted anti-Isr ... read..


UAE as international talent hub offers further collaboration opportunities with Spain: Spanish minister
Middle East | November 11, 2023 3:18:29 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 11 (ANI/WAM): The UAE's long-term vision and strategy in Artificial Intelligence (AI) creates economic growth and positions the country as a very important international talent hub, Carme Artigas, Spanish Secretary of State for D ... read..


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