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Biden supports humanitarian 'pause' in Gaza conflict for hostage release

Minneapolis (Minnesota) | November 2, 2023 9:21:47 PM IST

US President Joe Biden has expressed his support for a humanitarian "pause" in the Israel-Hamas war, underscoring the urgency of securing the release of hostages in Gaza, as reported by CNN. ... read..

Myanmar military loses control of strategic border town

Naypyidaw | November 2, 2023 9:21:42 PM IST

Myanmar's military government has lost control of Chinshwehaw, an important town on the border with China, following days of fighting with armed groups, Al Jazeera reported on Thursday. ... read..

Elon Musk's son has 'Chandrashekar' as middle name, reveals Union Minister after meeting Tesla CEO at AI Summit

London | November 2, 2023 9:21:34 PM IST

Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar "bumped into" the Tech billionaire and Tesla owner Elon Musk in the United Kingdom as both of them arrived to attend the AI Summit on Thursday. ... read..

Finland's top diplomat condemns Hamas attack, backs European stance

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 9:21:26 PM IST

Jukka Salovaara, the Permanent State Secretary of Finland on his India visit "strongly condemned" the recent attack by Hamas on Israel, aligning Finland's stance with the "European view". ... read..

WHO South-East Asia to strengthen regional collaboration to innovate, expand public health gains

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 8:21:23 PM IST

The Seventy-sixth Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Southeast Asia concluded today with health ministers and senior delegates from Member countries reiterating their commitment to sustain and expand the gains made in advancing the health and well- ... read..

Jaishankar meets Italian Defence Minister, discusses defence, security partnership

Rome | November 2, 2023 8:21:10 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with the Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto and discussed strengthening the India-Italy defence partnership on Thursday. ... read..

US Defence Secy, Blinken urge joint passage of Israel, Ukraine funding; cite national security threat

Washington, DC | November 2, 2023 7:17:08 PM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin have called on lawmakers to swiftly approve the Biden administration's USD 105 billion national security funding request, highlighting the connection between the conflicts in Israel a ... read..

Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa education department bans men's entry in female schools across province

Kyber Pakhtunkhwa | November 2, 2023 7:17:06 PM IST

The education department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has banned the entry of men in female schools across the province, ARY News reported. ... read..

20-year-old Indian-origin soldier killed in Gaza amid war

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 7:16:52 PM IST

A 20-year-old Indian-origin soldier was among the 17 Israeli soldiers killed fighting in Gaza, according to the mayor of the town in southern Israel where the deceased had resided. ... read..

Bhutan and India: A flourishing friendship with a unified vision for the future

Thimpu | November 2, 2023 6:17:21 PM IST

Bhutan and India share a remarkable and enduring relationship deeply rooted in history, spirituality, and common values. This multifaceted partnership has evolved over the years and encompasses various crucial areas, from energy security to technology, sp ... read..

Pakistan People Party hints at electoral alliance with Imran Khan's party ahead of elections

Islamabad | November 2, 2023 6:17:18 PM IST

The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has expressed its willingness to form an electoral alliance with its arch-rival, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to counter its former ally, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), Dawn News reported on Thursday. ... read..

MoS Muraleedharan meets Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth

Port Louis | November 2, 2023 6:17:05 PM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan on Thursday met Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth in Port Louis, expressed gratitude to Mauritius for their active participation in G20 meetings as a special guest. ... read..

UK's King Charles to attend COP28 climate change event in Dubai

London | November 2, 2023 6:16:57 PM IST

United Kingdom's King Charles III will attend the United Nations' COP28 Climate Summit in Dubai this year and deliver an address at its Opening Ceremony, the Buckingham Palace has confirmed. ... read..

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif, Shehbaz discuss country's political situation, legal affairs

Islamabad | November 2, 2023 6:16:47 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday met PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif in Lahore, the two discussed Pakistan's political situation and legal affairs, ARY News reported, citing sources. ... read..

China's top spy agency cracks down on 'illegal' weather stations

Beijing | November 2, 2023 6:16:39 PM IST

China's top spy agency said it cleaned up hundreds of "illegal meteorological" stations that sent real-time data outside China as it steps up efforts to stop critical data leaving the country amid increasingly tense geopolitical competition, CNN reported ... read..

EAM Jaishankar begins Italy visit, interacts with Senate members

Rome | November 2, 2023 6:16:13 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday interacted with the Italian senate members as he began his official visit to Italy. ... read..

At least 400 foreign nationals expected to leave Gaza

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 6:16:05 PM IST

At least 400 foreign nationals are expected to leave Gaza and enter Egypt through the Rafah crossing, a Palestinian official at the crossing, Wael Abu Umar, told CNN on Thursday. ... read..

"If Israel continues destruction more will join resistance": Iran Envoy to India

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 5:21:42 PM IST

As Israel continues to retaliate against the Hamas terror attack by attacking Gaza, the Iranian Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, on Thursday stressed that even if Israel successfully weakens Hamas, it cannot erase the idea of resistance against occupation ... read..

In China, hostels become havens for job-seeking youth amid soaring unemployment

Beijing | November 2, 2023 5:20:59 PM IST

As unemployment among China's young population hits record highs, hostels have become refuges for those seeking job opportunities in major cities, The New York Times (NYT) reported. ... read..

Israel: 700 new civilian emergency security squads established

Middle East | November 2, 2023 4:17:29 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 2 (ANI/TPS): Over 700 new civilian emergency security squads have been established throughout Israel since the start of the "Iron Swords" War. ... read..

US envoy Garcetti compares Delhi pollution to Los Angeles', says 'brings back memories of growing up there'

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 4:17:19 PM IST

The Ambassador of the United States to India, Eric Garcetti has said that the pollution in Delhi brings back memories of growing up in Los Angeles' as the air was very polluted there in the past. ... read..

UAE: Supreme Audit Institution to host annual meeting of Working Group on Impact of Science and Technology on Auditing

Middle East | November 2, 2023 4:17:16 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 2 (ANI/WAM): The Supreme Audit Institution (SAI), announced it will convene the 4th annual meeting of the INTOSAI Working Group on Impact of Science and Technology on Auditing (WGISTA) in Abu Dhabi from November 6 to 7. ... read..

"India has potential to play pivotal role in ending brutalities in Gaza": Iran envoy to India

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 4:17:08 PM IST

Praising India for its morality and humanity on the global stage, Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi has said that India possesses the potential to play a pivotal role in putting an end to the brutalities in the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict. ... read..

International Nursing, Midwifery & Allied Health Congress to kick off on November 9

General News | November 2, 2023 4:17:06 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 2 (ANI/WAM): The 2nd International Nursing, Midwifery & Allied Health Congress is set to take place in Abu Dhabi between November 9-11 under the patronage of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the "Mother of the Nation," Chairwoman of ... read..

Israeli forces advance on Gaza City amid overnight fighting

Middle East | November 2, 2023 4:17:01 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 2 (ANI/TPS): Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip were marked with prolonged battles against Hamas terrorists on Wednesday night. ... read..

Bangladesh: Govt rejects OHCHR's statement, says committed to ensure people's right to vote at any cost

Dhaka | November 2, 2023 3:20:30 PM IST

Amid the ongoing political violence in the country, the Bangladesh government has issued a response to a press briefing note issued by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on October 31, and said that it rejects any insinuation ... read..

"Countering Hamas an excuse to invade Gaza, expand settlements" says Iran envoy to India

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 3:20:14 PM IST

As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues to grow tense, the Ambassador of Iran to India, Iraj Elahi, has strongly criticised Israel for countering Hamas terrorists, calling it an excuse to invade Gaza and further expand their settlements and occupation ther ... read..

Serbia's President Aleksandar Vuvic dissolves Parliament, calls for early polls

Belgrade | November 2, 2023 3:20:09 PM IST

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic dissolved parliament due to emerging political pressure at home and from the European Union and called for a snap parliamentary vote with parallel local elections on December 17. ... read..

"Even if Israel weakens Hamas, it cannot erase idea of resistance" says Iran Envoy to India

By Ashoke Raj

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 3:20:05 PM IST

General elections to be held in Pakistan on February 11 next year

Islamabad | November 2, 2023 3:19:55 PM IST

Following the continuous appeals to announce the date for general elections in Pakistan, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) finally announced on Thursday that general elections will be held on February 11 next year. ... read..

Israel Defence Ministry says 61 trucks of humanitarian aid entered Gaza today

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 2:20:01 PM IST

As the need for severe humanitarian aid emerges in Gaza, the Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT) said that 61 trucks of humanitarian aid crossed into Gaza on Thursday via the Rafah crossing with Egypt, reported The Times of Is ... read..

"If this does not stop, then we will respond": US says its military targeted in Iraq, Syria

Washington DC | November 2, 2023 2:19:42 PM IST

After the October 7 attack by Iranian-backed Hamas forces on Israel, the US military has blamed other Iranian-backed proxy groups for near-daily attacks against its forces in Iraq and Syria. ... read..

Canada plans to maintain immigration levels at 500,000 per year in 2026

Ottawa | November 2, 2023 1:20:58 PM IST

Canadian government has announced that it is aiming to maintain its target of welcoming 5,00,000 new permanent residents in 2026, reported CBC News. ... read..

"An issue for Jordanian government": White House official on Jordan removing ambassador from Israel

Washington, DC | November 2, 2023 1:20:17 PM IST

Following the removal of its Ambassador from Israel by Jordan, the White House National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby has said that Jordan has the right to manage bilateral relations the way they see fit. ... read..

King of Bhutan to visit India from November 3 to 10

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 12:16:35 PM IST

The King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck will pay an official visit to India from November 3 to 10. ... read..

US State Secretary Antony Blinken dresses his son as Zelenskyy for Halloween event

New York | November 2, 2023 12:16:21 PM IST

The United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken dressed his four-year-old son as Ukrainian President Volodymyrr Zelenskyy for a Halloween party at the White House, New York Post reported. ... read..

Taliban issues warning over Pakistan's decision to expel over one million Afghan migrants

Kabul | November 2, 2023 12:16:04 PM IST

As Pakistan announced its decision to expel 1.7 million foreign nationals, primarily Afghans, the Taliban condemned the decision, and called it "inhumane", Khaama Press reported. ... read..

"We weren't supposed to kidnap... the mission was simply to kill": Hamas terrorist involved in attacking Kfar Aza

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 11:16:36 AM IST

A Hamas terrorist, who was involved in pillaging Kibbutz Kfar Aza in Israel has said their mission was simply to kill, and they were not supposed to kidnap, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

US Vice President Kamala Harris discusses Israel-Hamas conflict with UK PM Rishi Sunak

London | November 2, 2023 11:16:34 AM IST

The Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris met with the United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Wednesday and discussed the support for Israel's right to defend itself as well as the urgent need to increase the flow of humanitarian aid in ... read..

New York man charged on hate crimes in attack on Indian American Jasmer Singh

New York | November 2, 2023 10:16:43 AM IST

Following the attack on a 66-year-old Sikh man after a car collision, a New York City man has been accused and charged on a slew of charges, including hate crimes, reported CNN citing prosecutors. ... read..

Jabalya is permanent residence of Palestinians, no refugees there: Israel commander says after strike on Gaza camp

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 10:16:38 AM IST

Israel Defence Forces spokesperson Jonathan Conricus has said that Jabalya, which saw a barrage of Israeli airstrikes a day ago, is the permanent residence of Palestinians under Palestinian rule and there are not any refugees there. ... read..

India, 27 other nations and EU sign first international declaration to address AI risks

New York | November 2, 2023 10:16:22 AM IST

India, along with 27 other countries and the European Union signed a declaration at a meeting in the United Kingdom pledging to work together to assess the risks associated with artificial intelligence. ... read..

"We must teach Israel a lesson...," Hamas official vows to 'repeat' Oct 7 attack

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 9:21:20 AM IST

A senior member of Hamas hailed the attack it carried out in Israel on October 7 and stressed that if given a chance, the terror group will repeat similar assaults many times in the future until Israel is exterminated, reported The Times of Israel. ... read..

US to develop first national strategy to counter 'Islamophobia'

Washington DC | November 2, 2023 8:19:56 AM IST

The White House announced on Wednesday that the United States will be developing the first-ever national strategy to counter Islamophobia in the country. ... read..

US State Secy Antony Blinken to visit India for 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue this month

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 8:19:54 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will embark on the visit of five nations, whose conclusion will be marked by his visit to India to participate in the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in November, the State Department informed in a statement. ... read..

UAE President directs provision of treatment of 1,000 Palestinian children alongside families at hospitals

Middle East | November 2, 2023 9:21:24 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 2 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the provision of medical treatment at UAE hospitals for 1,000 Palestinian children accompanied by their families from the Gaza Strip. This comes as part o ... read..

UAE and Jordan sign agreements to expand investment cooperation in key sectors

Middle East | November 2, 2023 8:19:50 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 2 (ANI/WAM): The Ministries of Investment of the UAE and Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at creating a framework for investment cooperation in key areas including infrastructure and development projec ... read..

"I did not": Donald Trump Jr testifies in civil fraud trial, says wasn't involved in father's financial statements

New York | November 2, 2023 7:16:23 AM IST

Former US President Donald Trump's eldest son Donald Trump Junior testified in the civil fraud trial on Wednesday and said that he was not involved in preparing his father's financial statements at any point in time, including after he became president, C ... read..

15 Israeli soldiers killed during ground operation of Gaza: IDF

Tel Aviv | November 2, 2023 7:16:02 AM IST

At least 15 Israeli soldiers have been killed during the ground invasion in Gaza since Tuesday as its forces press deeper into the enclave, attacking dozens of targets affiliated with its Hamas terror group, The New York Times reported citing the Israeli ... read..

Pakistan: Six terrorists killed in Balochistan's Zhob

Balochistan | November 2, 2023 6:16:48 AM IST

At least six terrorists were killed during an intelligence-based operation in the Sambaza area in Balochistan's Zhob district, Dawn reported citing the military's media affairs wing on Wednesday. ... read..

In fierce shelling, Russia attacks over 100 settlements in 24 hours, alleges Ukraine

Kyiv | November 2, 2023 6:16:44 AM IST

More than 100 settlements have come under attack marking the heaviest day of Russian shelling this year, Al Jazeera reported citing Ukraine's Interior Minister. ... read..

"It has been a top priority": US on evacuating its citizens, foreign nationals trapped inside Gaza

Washington DC | November 2, 2023 5:20:36 AM IST

The US State Department on Wednesday (local time) said that their top priority is to get the Rafah crossing point between Egypt and the Gaza Strip open, not just for trucks coming in, but for US citizens and other foreign nationals coming out. ... read..

Pakistan: Politicians, activists move SC against deportation of Afghan refugees

Islamabad | November 2, 2023 5:20:32 AM IST

Several politicians across different parties have moved to the Supreme Court of Pakistan, urging the apex court to intervene in the interim government's decision to deport the "illegal foreigners" from the country, The News International reported. ... read..

"Fed not thinking about rate cuts right now at all": Jerome Powell

New York | November 2, 2023 4:20:39 AM IST

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell dashed any hopes for a rate cut in the near future and said that the central bank is not "at all" thinking of the possibility currently. ... read..

Delhi: Israel Embassy displays posters of citizens held hostage by Hamas

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 3:20:54 AM IST

The Israeli Embassy in New Delhi on Wednesday displayed the posters of its citizens who were kidnapped and held hostage by Hamas terrorists following the October 7 attack. ... read..

"Leave my children alone": Donald Trump slams judge overseeing his civil fraud trial

Washington DC | November 2, 2023 3:20:51 AM IST

Former US President Trump on Wednesday hit out at the judge overseeing his civil fraud trial in New York, calling him "crazy", "unhinged" and "disgrace to the legal profession", The Hill reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Portugal: Jaishankar addresses Indian diaspora, urges for contribution in enhancing ties

Lisbon | November 2, 2023 3:20:47 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday addressed the Indian diaspora in Portugal and highlighted the Mediterranean country's role in promoting closer India-EU ties. ... read..

In chilling footage, Israel Embassy reveals Hamas's horror from October 7 attack

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 2:20:03 AM IST

In a televised screening for Indian journalists on Wednesday, the Israeli Embassy in New Delhi held a screening that revealed horrific and chilling videos of October 7, the day when over 2000 terrorists entered Israel from the Gaza Strip and carried out w ... read..

US President Biden picks veteran Asia hand Kurt Campbell as Deputy Secretary of State

Washington, DC | November 2, 2023 12:17:01 AM IST

US President Joe Biden picked Kurt Campbell to serve as Deputy Secretary of State, in a move that will take the White House's influential Indo-Pacific tsar to the position of second-ranking diplomat in the US, the White House said in a press statement on ... read..

Hamdan bin Mohammed meets top-performing school and university graduates

Asia | November 2, 2023 12:16:59 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, today met with top-performing high school graduates from Dubai's private and public schools as well as Emir ... read..

Knowledge Summit 2023 highlights role of knowledge in shaping 5th Industrial Revolution

Asia | November 2, 2023 12:16:57 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), in collaboration with the United Nations De ... read..

Dubai Business Forum highlights key roles of SMEs in accelerating economic growth

Middle East | November 2, 2023 12:16:44 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): The first day sessions of the Dubai Business Forum, a transformative global event powered by Dubai Chambers, highlighted the key role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in accelerating economic growth, as well ... read..

Abu Dhabi International Airport's Terminal A ushers major milestone for UAE's aviation sector

Middle East | November 2, 2023 12:16:36 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): The new state-of-the-art Terminal A at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) welcomed its first passengers to Abu Dhabi, signalling a new era in aviation history for the UAE. ... read..

Abu Dhabi welcomes first cruise liner commencing 2023-2024 cruise season

Middle East | November 2, 2023 12:16:30 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): AD Ports Group has announced the official start of the 2023-2024 cruise season with the arrival of the cruise ship "Crystal Symphony" docking at Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal in Zayed Port. ... read..

India, Sri Lanka resume talks for economic and technology cooperation agreement

New Delhi | November 2, 2023 12:16:12 AM IST

India and Sri Lanka held the 12th round of negotiations on the Ecobomic and Technology Cooperation Agreement (ETCA), the Ministry of Commerce and Industry said on Wednesday. ... read..

India plans to open CBSE office in Dubai: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Abu Dhabi | November 1, 2023 11:24:12 PM IST

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan has said India plans to open an office of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in Dubai. ... read..

"We consider Hamas attack as terrorist attack," says German envoy to India Philipp Ackermann

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 11:24:08 PM IST

The German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann said on Wednesday that Hamas' barbaric attack on Israel was a terrorist attack. He added that they have also asked Israel to analyse their actions in Gaza and also keep in mind Humanitarian International L ... read..

India diversifying its energy sources, buys fuel from 39 countries: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 11:23:56 PM IST

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has said India is diversifying its energy sources and the country already buys fuel from 39 countries. ... read..

India rapidly digitised its economy in last eight years: MoS Rajeev Chandrasekhar

London | November 1, 2023 11:23:54 PM IST

Minister of State (MoS) for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar said India has rapidly digitised its economy in the last eight years. ... read..

Jordan withdraws its ambassador from Israel

Amman | November 1, 2023 11:22:55 PM IST

Jordan has withdrawn its ambassador from Israel amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. ... read..

DIEZ launches AED500 million venture capital fund to finance technology startups

Asia | November 1, 2023 11:22:50 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], November 1 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), today announced the launch of a venture capital (VC) ... read..

116 Israeli Children Orphaned by Hamas's Terror Attack

Others | November 1, 2023 10:21:32 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): The Hamas terror attack of Oct. 7 has left 116 children from 59 families orphaned, according to data presented to the Knesset's Labor and Welfare Committee on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel arrests 46 wanted Palestinians in overnight counter-terror raids

Middle East | November 1, 2023 9:21:23 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested 46 wanted Palestinians in overnight counter-terror raids around Judea and Samaria on Tuesday night, the Israel Defense Forces announced on Wednesday. The IDF said 30 of the people a ... read..

Deepening linguistic connect, French minister announces new Alliance francaise branches in India

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 9:21:05 PM IST

In a significant step aimed at promoting the French language and culture in India, the visiting French Minister of State for Development, Francophonie and International Partnerships, Chrysoula Zacharopoulou on Wednesday announced that two new Alliance fra ... read..

France announces Euro 100 mn loan to support India's Smart Cities Mission, build on CITIIS 1 programme

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 8:21:39 PM IST

France has announced a Euro 100 million loan to support India's flagship Smart Cities Mission and build on the CITIIS 1 programme. ... read..

"India looks at AI with prism of openness, safety, trust and accountability": Rajeev Chandrasekhar at summit

London | November 1, 2023 8:21:11 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar, in his address to the world's first global summit on Artificial Intelligence in the UK on Wednesday, said India looks at AI with a prism of openness, safety, trust and accountability. ... read..

There is an above-zero chance that Artificial Intelligence will kill us all: Tesla CEO Elon Musk

London | November 1, 2023 8:21:09 PM IST

Tesla CEO and 'X' owner, Elon Musk said on Wednesday that Artificial Intelligence (AI) could endanger the existence of human civilisation. ... read..

WHO hails Egypt's decision to treat injured in its hospitals

Tel Aviv | November 1, 2023 7:17:06 PM IST

The World Health Organisation on Wednesday, welcomed Egypt's announcement that it would treat 81 injured or sick people from the Gaza Strip in its hospitals. ... read..

Russia simplifies norms for Indians to open accounts in russian banks

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 7:17:01 PM IST

The Russian government announced on Wednesday that it has decided to simplify norms for Indian nationals wishing to open their bank accounts in Russian banks while staying in India. ... read..

UK pledges 80 million pounds for AI projects globally, including in Africa

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 7:16:35 PM IST

The United Kingdom and its global partners on Wednesday announced an 80 million pound project for funding artificial intelligence projects around the world, beginning in Africa. ... read..

India, Finland holds 12th Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 7:16:32 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (West), Sanjay Verma, co-chaired the India-Finland 12th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) here in the national capital on Wednesday, said the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..

Supportive organisations call on UN to halt forced expulsion of Journalists from Pakistan

Kabul | November 1, 2023 6:17:15 PM IST

The Federation of Organisations supporting Journalists' Rights in Exile has urgently appealed to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the International Organisation for Migration to intervene and prevent the forced deportation of Afghan j ... read..

Crude bombs hurled at Maitree Express train in Bangladesh's Pabna, none hurt

Dhaka | November 1, 2023 6:17:03 PM IST

Unidentified attackers hurled two crude bombs at the Maitree Express train near Ishwardi junction in Bangladesh's Pabna on Wednesday afternoon, as reported by Dhaka Tribune. ... read..

Taliban asks countries hosting Afghan refugees not to forcefully deport them

Kabul | November 1, 2023 6:16:32 PM IST

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid has called on countries hosting Afghan refugees to not forcefully deport them as the migrants do not have any preparation for it yet. Mujahid also called for tolerance based on Islamic and neighbourly manners, TOLO ... read..

Israel Navy deploys missile boats in Gulf of Eilat

General News | November 1, 2023 5:16:56 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has deployed several of the Israeli Navy's missile ships in the Gulf of Eilat in the Red Sea. ... read..

American forces working in Israel to locate Hamas held hostages, says Pentagon

Washington, DC | November 1, 2023 5:16:32 PM IST

Amid the Hamas surprise attack on Israel, over 200 hostages are being held by the terror group. Now American commandos have been deployed in Israel to locate the hostages, The New York Times reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Japan: Man suspected in Saitama shooting arrested

Saitama | November 1, 2023 5:16:14 PM IST

A man suspected in a shooting at a hospital in Japan's Saitama has been arrested after the police raided a post office where he had been hiding for hours, The Japan Times reported. ... read..

"Surrender to terrorism": Israel on Bolivia's decision to cut diplomatic ties over ongoing conflict with Hamas

Tel Aviv | November 1, 2023 4:18:10 PM IST

Israel has called the decision of Bolivia to cut diplomatic ties with Tel Aviv over the Hamas war a "surrender to terrorism". ... read..

IDF kills commander of Hamas' central Jabaliya Battalion, Ibrahim Biari, leader of Barbaric October 7 attack

Middle East | November 1, 2023 4:17:57 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Force (IDF) reported that Tuesday evening its fighter jets, acting on intelligence provided by the ISA (Israeli Security Agency), killed Ibrahim Biari, the Commander of Hamas' Central Jabaliya Ba ... read..

"When They Say from the River to the Sea They Mean No Jews": Israeli President Herzog

Middle East | November 1, 2023 4:17:50 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with leaders of the European Jewish community on Tuesday, led by President of the European Jewish Congress Ariel Muzicant. ... read..

"Trade and investment a strong driving force": EAM Jaishankar on India-Portugal relations

Lisbon | November 1, 2023 3:17:20 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday stressed that Indo-Portugal relations had seen a lot of new energy and activities for several sectors, noting that trade and investment are clearly a strong driving force. ... read..

UK hosts world's first AI safety summit, calls for global tie-ups to address risks; Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar to represent India

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 3:17:05 PM IST

As the United Kingdom hosts the world's first global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Summit, British Technology Secretary Michelle Donelan has called for international collaboration to mitigate risks of the fast-growing technology. ... read..

Hamas base in Gaza captured, 50 terrorists killed

Middle East | November 1, 2023 3:16:57 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Force (IDF) reported that on Tuesday, as part of the expanded ground offensive, its armoured forces under the command of the Givati infantry brigade conquered a Hamas terrorist military stronghol ... read..

UN Chief Antonio Guterres concludes four-day-visit to Nepal

Kathmandu | November 1, 2023 3:16:50 PM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres departed for New York from Kathmandu on Wednesday morning, officially concluding a four-day visit to Nepal. ... read..

Israel deploys missile boats to Red Sea after Houthi attacks

General News | November 1, 2023 3:16:37 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): Israel bolstered its naval presence in the Red Sea area on Wednesday following repeated missile and drone attacks by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. ... read..

Consumers in Pakistan to pay gas tariff hike from July

Islamabad | November 1, 2023 3:16:35 PM IST

Following a significant increase in gas prices by the federal government, consumers will have to pay gas tariff hike for the last four months -July till October, ARY News reported. ... read..

Hezbollah touts Lebanese public opinion polls against joining war

General News | November 1, 2023 3:16:14 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], November 1 (ANI/TPS): Lebanese public opinion polls in recent days show that 60-68 per cent of the nation opposes Hezbollah joining the fighting between Israel and Hamas. ... read..

"Inauguration of Akhaura-Agartala rail link a historic moment": PM Modi

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 2:21:30 PM IST

Calling the inauguration of the Akhaura-Agartala rail link a historic moment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that this is the first rail link between Bangladesh and the North Eastern states of India. ... read..

US envoy Eric Garcetti holds meeting with Chairman and CEO of US-India Strategic Forum

New Delhi | November 1, 2023 2:21:22 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Wednesday held a meeting with the Chairman of US-India Strategic Partnership Forum, John T Chambers and the President and CEO of the USISP Forum, Dr Mukesh Aghi, underscoring that what India and the US is building t ... read..

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