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Pakistan: 3 more killed, 5 injured in Kurram clashes
Islamabad | October 29, 2023 12:49:46 PM IST
Three more persons were killed and 12 others injured as incidents of firing continued for the fifth day on Saturday at different places in the Kurram tribal district, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


"Israel in a war it did not start and it did not seek": IDF says moving to next phase of offensive against Gaza
Tel Aviv | October 29, 2023 11:49:14 AM IST
The Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Sunday said that they were heading towards a new phase of the ongoing war on Hamas and will launch an assault from land, sea and air in Gaza. ... read..


Indian contingent departs for India-Kazakhstan joint military exercise 'KAZIND-2023'
New Delhi | October 29, 2023 11:49:05 AM IST
The Indian Army and Indian Air Force contingent comprising 120 personnel has departed for Kazakhstan to take part in the 7th edition of Joint Military 'Exercise KAZIND-2023', the Ministry of Defence said in a statement on Sunday. ... read..


Saudi Defence Minister to visit White House for talks with US officials on Israel-Hamas war
Tel Aviv | October 29, 2023 10:49:43 AM IST
Saudi Arabia's Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman Al Saud is expected to visit the White House on Monday for talks with officials in US President Joe Biden's administration, The Times of Israel reported citing American news website Axios. ... read..


"We share concerns regarding terrorism...loss of civilian lives": PM Modi speaks with Egyptian President Al-Sisi amid Israel-Hamas war
New Delhi | October 29, 2023 9:46:45 AM IST
Amid the ongoing aerial assault on Hamas in Gaza, combined with the launch of a ground operation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on the counter-offensive post the terror a ... read..


"It's time to add Hamas to India's terror list": Israel envoy Naor Gilon after pro-Palestine protest in Kerala
New Delhi | October 29, 2023 9:46:38 AM IST
Expressing shock over the virtual participation of former Hamas chief Khaled Mashal at a pro-Palestine rally in Kerala, Israel's ambassador to India Naor Gilon said it was time to add Hamas to India's terror list. ... read..


Pro-Palestinian protesters hold march across world, calling for ceasefire
Washington, DC | October 29, 2023 7:46:43 AM IST
Pro-Palestinian protestors on Saturday held a demonstration in London, Berlin, and Rome to call for an Israel-Hamas ceasefire, Reuters reported. ... read..


India's partnerships with nations continue to further grow under PM Modi's leadership: Hardeep Singh Puri in Mozambique
Maputo | October 29, 2023 7:46:37 AM IST
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri has said that India's partnerships with nations around the world continue to grow further under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. He made the statement as he arrived in Mozambique. ... read..


US condemns political violence in Dhaka; calls for calm, restraint
Washington, DC | October 29, 2023 7:46:35 AM IST
The United States has condemned the political violence that took place in Dhaka on Saturday and said that it will be "reviewing all violent incidents for possible visa restrictions." It called for calm and restraint on all sides. ... read..


Bangladesh political rallies spark clashes: BNP activist, policeman dies
Dhaka | October 29, 2023 5:46:32 AM IST
Bangladesh political rallies sparked clashes as election tensions rise resulting in the death of a Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) activist and a policeman and left many others injured on Saturday, Dhaka Tribune reported. ... read..


UAE: Belgian Foreign Minister visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Middle East | October 29, 2023 5:46:28 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 29 (ANI/WAM): Hadja Lahbib, Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Affairs, Foreign Trade and Federal Cultural Institutions, on Saturday visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (SZGM) here. ... read..


ILO's governing body to discuss Global Coalition for Social Justice
Europe | October 29, 2023 4:49:28 AM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], October 29 (ANI/WAM): The 349th Session of the International Labour Organisation's (ILO) Governing Body will take place at the ILO's headquarters from 30th October to 9th November, to discuss a broad range of world-of-work subjects, ... read..


US fighter jets scramble after plane violated restricted airspace near Biden's home in Delaware
Washington, DC | October 29, 2023 4:49:20 AM IST
US fighter jets on Saturday "scrambled" after a civilian aircraft violated restricted airspace in Delaware. At the time, US President Joe Biden was present at his home in Wilmington, Fox News reported citing Anthony Guglielmi, chief of communications for ... read..


UN Chief Antonio Guterres arrives in Nepal on four-day visit
Kathmandu | October 29, 2023 3:47:52 AM IST
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Nepal's capital Kathmandu on Sunday morning on his four-day official visit to the Himalayan Nation. ... read..


Former US Vice President Mike Pence announces withdrawal from presidential race
Washington, DC | October 29, 2023 3:47:42 AM IST
Former US Vice President Mike Pence has announced the suspension of his campaign for president amid financial challenges and lagging poll numbers. He has vowed to help elect "principled Republican leaders" moving forward, CNN reported. ... read..


We have lost contact with our teams in Gaza: WFP Chief
Rome | October 29, 2023 2:50:05 AM IST
United Nations World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain on Saturday said that they lost contact with its teams in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. ... read..


UK envoy Alex Ellis meets Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | October 29, 2023 2:49:59 AM IST
United Kingdom High Commissioner to India Alex Ellis on Saturday held a meeting with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Ellis said that it was "great" to meet UP CM and hear his thoughts on greater collaboration with the UK in trade, education ... read..


US willing to fight China on behalf of Philippines, following ship collision near disputed island: Biden
Washington, DC, | October 29, 2023 2:49:47 AM IST
As hostilities between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea escalates, US President Joe Biden said that the US military is willing to fight nuclear-armed China on behalf of the Philippines after ships from the two Asian countries collided near ... read..


"I thank the brave law enforcement officers": US President Biden after Maine's shooting suspect found
Washington, DC | October 29, 2023 2:49:35 AM IST
US President Joe Biden on Saturday expressed grief over the loss of lives in the gun violence incident in Maine, which killed 18 people and multiple injured. ... read..


Second stage of war has begun: Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | October 29, 2023 2:49:31 AM IST
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday said that the second stage of the war against Hamas started with the entrance of more ground forces into Gaza on Friday night, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Israel to reassess diplomatic relations with Turkey, says Foreign Minister Cohen
Tel Aviv | October 29, 2023 12:17:06 AM IST
Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen has said that he has ordered the return of the diplomatic representatives from Turkey in order to conduct a reassessment of Israel-Turkey relations. ... read..


Operations in Gaza stepped up, will continue until new orders are given: Israel Defence Minister
Tel Aviv | October 29, 2023 12:16:57 AM IST
As the ground operations in Gaza continue, Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Saturday said that the IDF has stepped up its operations in Gaza and the fight will continue until they get any new orders, reported Israeli-based i24NEWS. ... read..


UAE: Arab Reading Challenge winners to be crowned on October 31
General News | October 28, 2023 11:16:56 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): Winners of the 7th edition of the Arab Reading Challenge will be announced on October 31 at the Dubai Opera. ... read..


UAE: ICASM 2023 continues to discuss aviation and space medicine on its 2nd day
Middle East | October 28, 2023 11:16:42 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): On its second day, participants in the 69th International Congress of Aviation and Space Medicine (ICASM) discussed many medical topics in the field of aviation and space medicine in four main sessions. ... read..


PM Modi speaks with Egyptian President; exchanges view on Israeli military operations in Gaza strip, danger of continuing current escalation
New Delhi | October 28, 2023 11:16:38 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Egypt President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi exchanged views on the latest developments in the "Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip" and the danger of continuing the current escalation, the Spokesman for the Egyptian Pre ... read..


UAE: Minister of Climate Change, Environment delivers keynote address at Artic Circle Assembly
Middle East | October 28, 2023 11:16:37 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): Ahead of COP28 in a month, Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, Minister of Climate Change and the Environment, delivered the keynote speech to a global gathering of climate-concerned officials at the tenth-anniversary mee ... read..


UN chief expresses gratitude to Qatar PM over mediation for release of hostages in Gaza
Doha | October 28, 2023 11:16:33 PM IST
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has conveyed his gratitude to Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani for supporting the mediation initiatives, mainly for the release of hostages in Gaza. ... read..


Ground offensive in Gaza necessary to achieve war aims, says IDF chief
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 11:15:58 PM IST
Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, the Israel Defence Forces chief has said that the military is carrying out ground operations in the Gaza Strip at present which serve to achieve all the war's objectives, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


28 killed, dozens missing after fire breaks out at coal mine in Kazakhstan
Astana | October 28, 2023 10:21:01 PM IST
At least 28 people were killed and over 23 are still missing after a fire erupted in a coal mine in Kazakhstan on Saturday, reported Al Jazeera, citing the Ministry for Emergency Situations. ... read..


Sharjah Ruler attends launch of Learning Difficulties Forum
General News | October 28, 2023 10:20:43 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended on Saturday, the launch of the third edition of the Learning Difficulties Forum organised by the Sharjah Centre for Learning Dif ... read..


UAE: 106 nations to gather at 13th Sharjah Publishers Conference
General News | October 28, 2023 10:20:41 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah is set to welcome global publishing industry professionals tomorrow, Sunday, 29th October, from 106 countries for the 13th annual Publishers Conference, which is hosted annually in the lead-up to the Sharjah In ... read..


UAE leaders congratulate Czech President on National Day
Middle East | October 28, 2023 10:20:28 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Petr Pavel of the Czech Republic on the occasion of his country's National Day, marked on October 28. ... read..


140 publishers gain global market access insights in Sharjah's 'Professional Training Programme'
Middle East | October 28, 2023 10:20:12 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): With the participation of over 140 publishers and professionals within the industry, the Professional Training Programme for Arab and African Publishers kicked off today, October 28. ... read..


Sharjah Film Festival honours filmmakers and closes the curtains of its tenth edition
Middle East | October 28, 2023 10:19:54 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth concluded its milestone tenth edition, held under the patronage of Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of ... read..


Anti-Pakistan protest rages in PoK, administration launches crackdown on students
Mirpur | October 28, 2023 8:16:36 PM IST
The illegally occupied Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) region is echoing with protests against Pakistan and its stooge administration. For the past four months, there have been continuous protests all across PoK against sky-high inflation, heavy electrici ... read..


India's modern art showcased to the world at the 'India on Canvas' gallery in Oman National Museum
By Rajnish Singh

Muscat | October 28, 2023 8:16:26 PM IST
Tourists from across the world are attracted to the Indian modern art of iconic artists like Raja Ravi Varma, Nandalal Bose, Jamini Roy, and Amrita Sher-Gil which has been displayed at a separate Indian gallery named 'India on Canvas' at Oman's National M ... read..


INS Sumedha participates in maiden India-EU Joint Naval Exercise 2023
Tema | October 28, 2023 8:16:16 PM IST
INS Sumedha, an indigenously built Naval Offshore Patrol Vessel, participated in the maiden India-EU Joint Naval Exercise 2023 from October 24-26. ... read..


IDF advises Gaza residents to relocate south; late-night ground operations expected
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 8:16:12 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces has issued an advisory for Gaza residents, warning them to relocate south "immediately", saying that the window "to act" is closing as Israel continues to expand its operations in Gaza. ... read..


Philippines to no longer look to China for funding three railway projects: Report
Manila | October 28, 2023 7:20:16 PM IST
The Philippines will no longer look to China for financial assistance for three railway projects that President Rodrigo Duterte mediated, The Diplomat reported. ... read..


Starlink to provide connections to internationally recognized aid groups in Gaza: Elon Musk
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 7:20:06 PM IST
Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Saturday announced that his satellite-based communications system Starlink will support connectivity to internationally recognized aid organizations in Gaza. ... read..


In solidarity with families of hostages, Israel's embassy in India joins "Balloons of Hope: Bring the Hostages Home" campaign
New Delhi | October 28, 2023 10:21:08 PM IST
As Israel's war against Hamas continues, the Embassy of Israel in India has joined the "Balloons of Hope: Bring the Hostages Home" campaign in a touching display of solidarity with the families of those held hostage by Hamas since the October 7 assault. ... read..


Hamas' terrorist headquarters under Shifa Hospital draining basic necessities like fuel, oxygen, water from Gazans: IDF
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 6:17:55 PM IST
The Hamas terrorist headquarters under the Shifa Hospital is currently draining necessities from Gazans and using them for terror purposes, said the Israel Defence Forces (IDF). ... read..


Pakistan's changes in structure of gas pipeline project disappoint Russians
Islamabad | October 28, 2023 6:17:49 PM IST
Moscow has expressed disappointment as Pakistan keeps on changing the structure of the Pakistan Stream Gas Pipeline project and is not making any progress on the commercial deal amid US sanctions on Russian entities, reported The Express Tribune. ... read..


At UNGA, India pushed for explicit condemnation of Hamas' terror attacks in resolution
New Delhi | October 28, 2023 4:19:57 PM IST
At the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) special session on Friday, India's thrust was on "explicit condemnation of the terrorist attacks by Hamas on October 7", sources familiar with the matter said. ... read..


Israeli army 'expands' operations in Gaza, says officials
Middle East | October 28, 2023 4:19:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 28 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli military reported on Saturday that it has enlarged its combat operations inside the Gaza Strip following several nights of limited ground incursions. ... read..


Israel Defence Forces eliminates Hamas naval commander behind foiled infiltration attempt
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 3:16:55 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Saturday said it has killed Rateb Abu Sahiban, the commander of Hamas' naval forces within the Gaza City Brigade in a targeted overnight airstrike. ... read..


Vietnam: North East India Festival opens new dimensions of tourism, investment
Asia | October 28, 2023 3:16:47 PM IST
The 3rd edition of the North East India Festival, which opened a new door of tourism, investment, and people-to-people connectivity to Vietnam and other South East Asian countries from North East India, has received a gala welcome by the local people of V ... read..


Israeli troops hit 150 underground Hamas sites in Gaza: IDF
Gaza Border | October 28, 2023 2:21:08 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that their overnight ground operation in the Gaza Strip involved clashes between troops and Hamas terrorists, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 jolts Afghanistan
Kabul | October 28, 2023 2:21:01 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 on the Richter Scale jolted Afghanistan on Saturday, the National Centre for Seismology informed. ... read..


Iran says teenager who collapsed in Tehran metro has died
Tehran | October 28, 2023 2:20:45 PM IST
A 16-year-old Iranian girl, Armita Geravand who was hospitalised and was in coma for weeks after an incident on Tehran's Metro while she was not wearing a headscaf has died, Iran's official news agency IRNA reported on Saturday. ... read..


Health Ministers to nominate next WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia
New Delhi | October 28, 2023 2:20:41 PM IST
Health Ministers and senior officials from member countries are meeting in New Delhi next week to deliberate on priority health issues and nominate the next World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia, WHO said. ... read..


Pak: Terrorists carried out two attacks on security forces
Pakhtunkhwa | October 28, 2023 12:17:33 PM IST
Terrorists launched two separate attacks on security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), according to a statement from the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the media and public relations wing of the Pakistan Armed Forces as quoted by ARY News. ... read..


Head of Hamas' aerial forces killed in Israeli airstrike: IDF
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 12:17:09 PM IST
The head of Hamas' aerial unit, Issam Abu Rukbeh, was killed in an overnight airstrike, as confirmed by the Israel Defence Forces and Shin Bet security services. ... read..


Palestine urges all States to comply with UNGA resolution
New York | October 28, 2023 11:20:55 AM IST
Welcoming the overwhelming support for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution, calling for immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce between Israeli forces and Hamas terrorists in Gaza, the State of Palestine has urged for complia ... read..


New GOP Speaker calls on Biden to split USD 100bn funding for Ukraine, Israel
Washington, DC | October 28, 2023 10:17:07 AM IST
US House Speaker Mike Johnson has urged President Joe Biden to split his USD 100 billion supplemental budget request into aid for both Ukraine and Israel, expressing concerns about Republican support for a Ukraine package, The Hill reported. ... read..


"Its either us or them" says Israel Defence Minister
Washington DC | October 28, 2023 10:16:59 AM IST
In a call with Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, the US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin has "underscored the importance of protecting civilians" during operations in Gaza, the Times of Israel quoted a Pentagon official as saying on Friday.The phone ca ... read..


India sought condemnation of Hamas terror attack in UN resolution on Gaza
New York | October 28, 2023 10:16:57 AM IST
Even as India was among the countries that abstained from voting for a non-binding Jordanian resolution, it voted in favour of a Canada-led amendment to the draft resolution on the Gaza crisis which failed to pass at the UNGA as it did not achieve a two-t ... read..


US: Maine shooting rampage suspect found dead, police say
Lewiston (Maine) | October 28, 2023 10:16:42 AM IST
Robert Card, the suspect in the Lewiston, Maine, shooting rampage, was found dead on Friday night, the Androscoggin County Sheriff's Office confirmed on Facebook, CNN reported. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 jolts Myanmar
Naypyidaw | October 28, 2023 9:19:47 AM IST
Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 on the Richter scale jolted Myanmar on Saturday morning, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


NASA-ISRO radar mission to provide dynamic view of forests, wetlands
Washington, DC | October 28, 2023 9:19:43 AM IST
NISAR, a joint Earth-observing mission between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), will help researchers explore how changes in Earth's forest and wetland ecosystems are affecting the global carbon cycle and influencing climate change, ... read..


"Dark day for UN, mankind": Israel slams UN resolution calling for "humanitarian truce" in Gaza
New York | October 28, 2023 8:20:37 AM IST
Israel on Friday slammed a United Nations resolution urging a "humanitarian truce" in Gaza and added that it is a "dark day for the UN and mankind." ... read..


We reject UNGA's call for ceasefire: Israel's Foreign Minister
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 8:20:34 AM IST
Israel Foreign Minister Eli Cohen said that Tel Aviv rejects the United Nations General Assembly's call for a ceasefire. He said that Israel intends to eliminate Hamas as the world dealt with Nazis and ISIS. ... read..


"We are looking to bring whole world into one family": MoS Rajkumar Ranjan Singh on linking northeastern India with Southeast Asia
Ho Chi Minh | October 28, 2023 7:16:14 AM IST
Union Minister of State for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh on Friday said that India's foreign policy under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is looking to bring the whole world into one family. ... read..


UAE President, Ukrainian President discuss bilateral ties, regional, global developments
Abu Dhabi | October 28, 2023 7:16:09 AM IST
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan spoke by telephone on Friday to Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation for the benefit of both nations and their people. ... read..


Dubai to host Beautyworld Middle East 2023
Middle East | October 28, 2023 7:16:07 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 28 (ANI/WAM): Dubai will host Beautyworld Middle East 2023, the leading international trade show that redefines the landscape of the beauty and wellness industry, from October 30 to November 1, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ... read..


We have lost touch with our staff, health workers in Gaza: WHO Chief
Geneva | October 28, 2023 6:17:11 AM IST
World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has said that WHO has lost touch with its staff, health facilities, health workers, and the rest of its humanitarian partners on the ground in Gaza. He called for immediate protection o ... read..


Biden meets Chinese FM, calls for cooperation on 'global challenges': White House
Washington DC | October 28, 2023 5:18:51 AM IST
US President Joe Biden met China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi for talks on Friday (local time) as the two countries seek to smooth ties ahead of a possible visit by Chinese leader Xi Jinping and called for working together to address global challenges. ... read..


Palestine urges world for immediate intervention to stop "rapid developments" in Israel's war on Gaza Strip
Ramallah | October 28, 2023 5:18:47 AM IST
The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates on Saturday urged the international community for immediate intervention to stop "rapid and dangerous developments" in Israel's war on the Gaza Strip. ... read..


X launches two new premium subscription plans, including ad-free plan 'Premium+'
Washington | October 28, 2023 4:16:47 AM IST
Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, introduced two new subscription plans on Friday (local time), including a Premium+ tier for users willing to pay for an ad-free experience, according to a page detailing the features of the subscription. ... read..


"We urge parties to de-escalate, eschew violence": India on Israel-Hamas war at UN
New York | October 28, 2023 4:16:42 AM IST
"Deeply concerned" over the deteriorating security situation and the astounding loss of civilian lives in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, India at the UN urged both parties to "de-escalate, eschew violence." ... read..


UN adopts resolution calling for "immediate and sustained humanitarian truce" in Gaza
New York | October 28, 2023 3:20:07 AM IST
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday (local time) adopted a resolution calling for an "immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce" between Israeli forces and Hamas terrorists in Gaza. ... read..


Military ramped up airstrikes in Gaza Strip, ground forces will expand activity tonight: IDF
Tel Aviv | October 28, 2023 2:20:07 AM IST
Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said the military has ramped up airstrikes in the Gaza Strip in the past few hours and will expand activity tonight, The Times of Israe ... read..


Inappropriate expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan impacting over 1.4 mn: UN
Kabul | October 28, 2023 2:19:59 AM IST
The United Nations stated that the inappropriate expulsion of Afghan refugees from Pakistan is impacting over 1.4 million Afghans without residence permits, Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported. ... read..


"Outcome of Israel's ground war on Gaza will be humanitarian catastrophe....": Jordan Foreign Minister
Amman | October 28, 2023 2:19:48 AM IST
Jordan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Safadi said that Israel just launched a ground war on Gaza and stressed that its outcome will be a "humanitarian catastrophe of epic proportions for years to come". ... read..


Israel envoy: 2 missing Filipinos 'likely' kidnapped
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:21:15 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 27 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli Embassy in Manila on Friday said the two remaining missing Filipinos in Israel were "likely" kidnapped by the militant Hamas group. ... read..


UAE President receives phone call from President of Azerbaijan
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:21:07 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 27 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, in which they addressed bilateral relations and explored opportunities to enhance c ... read..


UAE Parliament participates in IPU meeting on reforming UN Security Council
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:21:01 AM IST
Luanda [Angola], October 27 (ANI/WAM): Marwan Obaid Al Muhairi, Member of the UAE Parliamentary Division at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), participated in the IPU Standing Committee on United Nations (UN) Affairs, which addressed the role of parliam ... read..


Pakistan: Govt employees hold massive protests against salary cuts, pension reforms
Islamabad | October 28, 2023 12:20:51 AM IST
Government employees in several parts of Pakistan staged widespread protests on Thursday, vehemently opposing proposed salary cuts and pension reforms, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Pak police get permit to interrogate Imran Khan in jail
Islamabad | October 28, 2023 12:20:39 AM IST
A special court has given the green light to Rawalpindi police to interrogate Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chief Imran Khan and Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi, who are lodged in Adiala Jail in connection with the May 9 riots case, ARY News reported ... read..


UAE: Dubai will host Beautyworld Middle East 2023
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:20:28 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 27 (ANI/WAM): Dubai will host Beautyworld Middle East 2023, the leading international trade show that redefines the landscape of the beauty and wellness industry, from October 30 - November 1, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ... read..


UN Security Council members express concerns over Afghan women's role, especially journalists
Kabul | October 28, 2023 12:20:24 AM IST
Several members of the United Nations Security Council members have expressed concerns about human rights violations and women's rights in Afghanistan, stating that women, including female journalists and human rights activists, are facing violence in pub ... read..


UAE: Strong start to Sharjah Ruler's Purebred Arabian Camel Festival
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:20:22 AM IST
Sharjah [UAE], October 27 (ANI/WAM): Under the auspices of Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, the 2nd Sharjah Ruler's Purebred Arabian Camel Festival commenced on Friday. ... read..


US strikes Iranian assets in Syria after attacks on American troops
Middle East | October 28, 2023 12:20:18 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 27 (ANI/TPS): US military forces struck two facilities in eastern Syria used by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and affiliated terror proxies, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced on Friday. ... read..


Canada announces changes in International Students Program to prevent cases of fraud
Ottawa | October 28, 2023 12:20:02 AM IST
Canada on Friday announced plans to implement measures to strengthen country's International Student Program and at better protecting genuine students from cases of fraud. ... read..


Saudi Prince cites 'Civil Disobedience' as preferred way in Israel-Palestinians conflict
Houston | October 28, 2023 12:19:58 AM IST
Saudi Prince Turki al-Faisal, the former intelligence chief of Saudi Arabia, while referring to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, referred to the historic Civil Disobedience Movement in India which brought down the British Empire as the 'preferred' optio ... read..


"They will make another attempt on my life...through slow poisoning": Imran Khan's message from jail
Islamabad | October 27, 2023 11:20:05 PM IST
Incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan in a message from jail, has alleged that "another attempt" could be made on his life through "slow poisoning" and urged the people to fight for "their rights and country's freedom". ... read..


Afghanistan: 2 killed, 9 injured after explosion in Kabul
Kabul | October 27, 2023 11:19:59 PM IST
At least two people were killed and nine more were injured after an explosion occurred in the 18th district of Kabul city, Khaama Press reported, citing security officials. ... read..


Mighty 'Make in India' weapons showcased at MILIPOL exhibition
By Hardika Sharma

New Delhi | October 27, 2023 11:19:55 PM IST
The power of indigenous weapons, produced under the 'Make in India' initiative, was demonstrated at the three-day international event for Indo-Pacific Milipol India on Friday. ... read..


Hamas' key operations base under Shifa Hospital in Gaza City: IDF
Tel Aviv | October 27, 2023 11:19:51 PM IST
Israel Defence Forces' (IDF) Spokesman Rear Adm Daniel Hagari Friday said that the Hamas terror group's main base of operations is under Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Pak: Financially struggling PIA forced to ground Boeing 777 aircraft
Karachi | October 27, 2023 11:19:41 PM IST
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is grappling with a dire financial crisis, resulting to grounding of several Boeing 777 aircraft due to insufficient funds for maintenance, as reported by ARY News on Friday. ... read..


Israel prepares for war on multiple fronts
Middle East | October 27, 2023 11:19:33 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel's war against Hamas after the terrorist group brutally massacred 1,400 civilians and soldiers and kidnapped 228 is only beginning, according to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defence Minister ... read..


US imposes new sanctions on 8 individuals with Hamas connections
Washington, DC | October 27, 2023 10:19:53 PM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has announced that the United States is imposing fresh sanctions on eight individuals who have ties to Hamas, including those who played significant roles in "facilitating sanctions evasion by Hamas-affiliated companie ... read..


Hacker threat: Police warn Israelis not to answer unknown calls
Tel Aviv | October 27, 2023 10:19:32 PM IST
The Israeli Police and the National Cyber Directorate have advised people not to answer unknown WhatsApp calls coming from abroad, in a bid to warn citizens that such calls can be part of an attempt to hack phones, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


India-EU Connectivity Partnership can deliver sustainable connectivity solutions in the Global South: MEA Secy Dammu Ravi
Brussels | October 27, 2023 10:19:24 PM IST
Dammu Ravi, the Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (Economic Relations) emphasised that India-EU Connectivity Partnership can deliver sustainable connectivity solutions in the Global South catering to local needs. ... read..


Pakistan: Flour crisis worsens due to government inaction
Rawalpindi | October 27, 2023 9:16:30 PM IST
Amid the worsening flour crisis in Pakistan, the essential commodity is being sold in the black market making it very difficult for the common people to arrange proper food, The News International reported on Friday. ... read..


Vani Sarraju Rao appointed as next Ambassador of India to Italy
New Delhi | October 27, 2023 9:16:28 PM IST
Vani Sarraju Rao has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Italy, the Ministry of External Affairs informed. ... read..


US sanctions Iran-based organisations involved in Hamas funding
Washington DC | October 27, 2023 8:19:27 PM IST
The United States on Friday imposed a fresh round of sanctions targeting key Hamas-linked officials, financial networks and Iran-based organisations that were involved in the funding of the terror group. ... read..


Pak: Nawaz Sharif lambasted for remarks against women at homecoming rally
Islamabad | October 27, 2023 8:18:54 PM IST
Nawaz Sharif's comments against women at his homecoming rally drew criticism during a Senate session, Dawn reported on Friday. ... read..


53 countries unanimously adopt WHO framework for health workforce in Europe 2023-2030
Astana | October 27, 2023 7:20:48 PM IST
Representatives from 53 countries gathered at the 73rd session of the WHO Regional Committee for Europe in Astana, Kazakhstan, have unanimously adopted a resolution in support of a framework for action on the health and care workforce in the WHO European ... read..


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