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IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi arrives in India on official visit

New Delhi | October 23, 2023 9:15:34 AM IST

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi on Monday arrived in India on an official visit. ... read..

US President Biden, Israeli PM Netanyahu agree to continue flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza

Washington, DC | October 23, 2023 7:18:43 AM IST

US President Joe Biden held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, with both leaders affirming the need to ensure the continued flow of humanitarian aid and relief materials into Gaza. ... read..

UAE: Second Digital Publishing Forum begins Wednesday in Dubai

Middle East | October 23, 2023 7:18:41 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 23 (ANI/WAM): In partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Foundation (MBRL), Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), is launching the second edition of the Digital Publishing Forum for the second consecutive year ... read..

UAE: HBMSU, Knowledge E forge strategic partnership

Middle East | October 23, 2023 7:18:38 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 23 (ANI/WAM): A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was entered into by Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) and Knowledge E, a leading provider of scholarly content, digital resource solutions, publishing services, SaaS tec ... read..

Israel working to protect organisations from cyberattacks during war

Middle East | October 23, 2023 7:18:36 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel's National Cyber System said that Israel's public organisations and companies need assistance in cyber defence during the ongoing war against terror group Hamas in Gaza. ... read..

Palestinians are not Hamas, says US at Cairo Peace Summit

Washington, DC | October 23, 2023 6:16:10 AM IST

US Embassy Cairo Charge d'Affaires, Ambassador Beth Jones, attended the Cairo Peace Summit on behalf of the United States saying that Palestinians are not Hamas, and the terror group does not represent the Palestinian people, according to a statement by t ... read..

"No evidence to suggest crime was motivated by antisemitism": Police on Detroit synagogue president's murder

Michigan | October 23, 2023 6:16:05 AM IST

Following the death of Samantha Woll, the president of a synagogue board, on Saturday, Detroit's police chief said no evidence has been uncovered by law enforcement so far that indicates the murder was motivated by antisemitism, The Times of Israel report ... read..

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu holds security assessment at Kirya, Tel Aviv amid Hamas offensive

Tel Aviv | October 23, 2023 4:15:53 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is holding a security assessment at the Kirya in Tel Aviv with the War Cabinet members and senior security establishment officials. ... read..

Israeli PM Netanyahu briefs leaders of France, Spain, Netherlands on Hamas offensive

Tel Aviv | October 23, 2023 3:15:35 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday held telephonic conversations with the leaders of France, Spain, and the Netherlands on the ongoing offensive on Hamas, underlining "the determination of the people to eliminate" the terror group's milit ... read..

As Israel's war with Hamas rages, nearly 14 aid trucks enter Gaza Strip through Rafah crossing

Gaza Border | October 23, 2023 3:15:33 AM IST

As Israel continued to pound Hamas in Gaza, at least 14 trucks laden with items for humanitarian relief entered the Strip through the Rafah crossing on Sunday, CNN reported. ... read..

Operation Ajay: Sixth flight with 143 passengers, including two Nepalese citizens, arrives in New Delhi

New Delhi | October 23, 2023 2:15:28 AM IST

As Israel's retaliatory strikes on Hamas in Gaza, following the terror attacks of October 7, entered its 15th day, a sixth flight carrying 143 Indian citizens arrived in New Delhi under 'Operation Ajay' on Sunday night. ... read..

"Level 4: Do Not Travel": US State Department updates travel advisory for Iraq

Washington, DC | October 23, 2023 2:15:24 AM IST

The US State Department updated its travel advisory for Iraq to 'Level 4: Do Not Travel', following the increased security threats against US personnel and interests. ... read..

IDF expresses regret after Israeli tank "accidentally" fires at Egyptian post

Tel Aviv | October 23, 2023 12:19:29 AM IST

The Israel Defence Forces expressed regret after a tank accidentally fired hitting an Egyptian post. ... read..

UAE: 19th International Education Show concludes recording 25,000+ visitors

Middle East | October 23, 2023 12:19:21 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): The 19th edition of the International Education Show, which wrapped up at Expo Centre Sharjah on Saturday, attracted more than 25,000 visitors over the course of four days. Students and parents flocked to the event to se ... read..

Bhutan: Health, well-being programme organised in schools to address mental health issues among students

Thimphu | October 23, 2023 12:19:06 AM IST

A health and well-being programme is being implemented in high schools across Bhutan to address mental health issues and abuse of substances among students, Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

Dubai to host annual conference on clinical microbiology from November 3-5

Middle East | October 23, 2023 12:18:55 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): The 3rd International Annual Conference of the Emirates Society of Clinical Microbiology (ESCM), is set to take place from 3rd to 5th November at Mohammed bin Rashid University for Medicine and Health Sciences in Dubai. ... read..

PoK: Gilgit-Baltistan leaders raise concerns over child marriage

Gilgit-Baltistan | October 22, 2023 11:15:56 PM IST

Civil society representatives including the head of the National Commission on the Status of Women (NCSW) expressed concerns over the absence of laws and constitutional protections for women in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan region, especiall ... read..

"Israel must operate by the laws of war": US President Biden conveys to Netanyahu

Washington, DC | October 22, 2023 11:15:43 PM IST

In a discussion with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden conveyed to the Jewish leader that "Israel must operate by the laws of war" in its war against Hamas. ... read..

Amid slump in economy, Pakistanis migrating abroad for better opportunities

Islamabad | October 22, 2023 11:15:39 PM IST

Many Pakistanis, especially the younger generation, are attempting to emigrate abroad in pursuit of employment and scholarship possibilities amid a severe economic downturn and hyperinflation. ... read..

Israel relaxes certain trading regulations in light of war in Gaza

Middle East | October 22, 2023 11:15:30 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 22 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Securities Authority published temporary reliefs for portfolio managers and stock exchange members during the "Iron Swords" war. ... read..

Tribal invasion anniversary a 'Black Day' in Kashmir's history: Speakers at SACPPE event

Baramulla (Jammu and Kashmir) | October 22, 2023 11:15:17 PM IST

To commemorate October 22 as 'Black Day', the South Asia Center for Peace and Peoples Empowerment (SACPPE) organised a one-day event 'Tribal Invasion: A Black Day in J-K's History' at Baramulla Dak Bungalow on Sunday. ... read..

Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed meets with Prime Minister of Singapore

Middle East | October 22, 2023 10:21:48 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has met with Lee Hsien Loong, Prime Minister of Singapore. ... read..

Senior Hamas commander killed in Israeli air strike

Middle East | October 22, 2023 10:21:46 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 22 (ANI/TPS): Israeli aircraft killed Muhammad Katamash, the deputy head of the Hamas terrorist organization's regional artillery array in Gaza on Sunday, the Israel Defense Forces announced. ... read..

Sharjah Chamber welcomes nearly 5,000 new member companies in 2023

Middle East | October 22, 2023 10:21:45 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has logged an impressive surge in new memberships this year, registering 4,981 new companies through the end of the third quarter. ... read..

Iran sentences two women journalists to prison

Tehran | October 22, 2023 10:21:38 PM IST

Two Iranian women journalists have been given preliminary prison sentences for national security charges on cases related to the Mahsa Amini protests, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Bhutan: Phuentsholing Thromde opens its first public ECCD centre

Thimphu | October 22, 2023 10:21:34 PM IST

The opening of the municipality's first Early Childhood Care and Development Centre has been warmly welcomed by the people in Phuentsholing Thromde, Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

17 more trucks carrying enter Gaza from Rafah crossing

Cairo | October 22, 2023 9:15:29 PM IST

As many as 17 trucks carrying aid entered into the Southern Gaza Strip through the Rafah border crossing, on the second day of its opening, Times of Israel reported on Sunday. ... read..

India's humanitarian aid for Palestinian people arrives in Egypt

Cairo | October 22, 2023 9:15:27 PM IST

The humanitarian aid sent by India for the people of Palestine arrived in Egypt on Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..

IDF's 'Merkava' tanks in action near the Gaza Strip

By Ashoke Raj Gaza Border | October 22, 2023 9:15:05 PM IST

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, several Merkava tanks and troops have been positioned by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) near the Gaza border in South Israel. ... read..

'Operation Ajay' continues as sixth flight carrying Indians departs from Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 8:19:31 PM IST

As 'Operation Ajay' continues, the sixth flight carrying Indian nationals has departed from Tel Aviv for Delhi. ... read..

Bhutan: Locals in Phuentsholing Thromde welcome opening of Childhood Care and Development Centre

Thimphu | October 22, 2023 8:19:24 PM IST

The first Early Childhood Care and Development Centre (ECCD) for the municipality of Phuentsholing Thromde has been warmly received by the locals, reported Bhutan Live. ... read..

Myanmar: Indian envoy proposes setting up Joint Working Group for Traditional Medicine

Naypyidaw | October 22, 2023 8:19:20 PM IST

Indian Ambassador to Myanmar, Vinay Kumar on Sunday proposed setting up a Joint Working Group to promote cooperation between the two countries for teaching and research in traditional systems of medicine. ... read..

Ukraine: Six killed in Russian missile strike in Kharkiv, alleges Kyiv

Kyiv | October 22, 2023 7:16:07 PM IST

At least six people were killed and 14 sustained injuries after Russian missiles hit a postal distribution centre in Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday citing Ukrainian officials. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 jolts Nepal

Kathmandu | October 22, 2023 7:15:57 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale, jolted Nepal on Sunday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

Project SHINE to help farmers in Bhutan to market agri produce online

Thimphu | October 22, 2023 7:15:53 PM IST

The lack of a market is typically what deters farmers in isolated areas from producing more farm goods. Farmers in Pema Gatshel can now utilise the web platform of the SHINE initiative, which stands for the Sustainable Hospitality Industry Inclusive of Na ... read..

We invoked parity because of "continuous interference" by Canadian personnel in domestic affairs: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 22, 2023 7:15:49 PM IST

Stating that the India-Canada relations are going through a "difficult phase", External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday that the clause of parity is very much provided for by the Vienna Convention and India had to invoke it, because of the "c ... read..

"What is taking place in Middle East is still not entirely clear...": Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 22, 2023 6:15:36 PM IST

Pointing towards the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and Ukraine conflict, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that these conflicts have emerged as a key contributor to global volatility and the consequences are visible beyond the immediate geography, ad ... read..

Bhutan: Musicians unite to celebrate cultural harmony at Swiss-Bhutanese musical concert

Thmphu | October 22, 2023 6:15:34 PM IST

Several musicians from Switzerland and Bhutan united at the Swiss-Bhutanese musical concert in the capital yesterday to exchange the diverse cultures of both countries, Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

"Unipolar world a distant history...": EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 22, 2023 5:20:35 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday that today, the unipolar world is a "distant history", and a lot of the analysis needs to overcome the burden of "past constructs". ... read..

Bhutan: Weekend flea market launched during Druk Tshongrig Gatoen festival in Thimphu

Thimphu | October 22, 2023 4:15:32 PM IST

A weekend flea market was launched during the Druk Tshongrig Gatoen festival which is underway in Thimphu. The market will provide a unique platform for people to showcase and sell various products, including secondhand goods, The Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

UAE's Minister of Economy holds meetings with Brazil, Spain, Uzbekistan, Georgia and UNWTO

Middle East | October 22, 2023 4:15:26 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE's Minister of Economy, held meetings with Celso Sabino, Minister of Tourism of Brazil; Rosa Ana Morello Rodriguez, Minister of State for Tourism of Spain; Aziz Abdel Hakimov, Minister o ... read..

UAE: Abu Dhabi to host 69th International Congress of Aviation and Space Medicine

Middle East | October 22, 2023 3:20:00 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi is hosting the 69th International Congress of Aviation and Space Medicine (ICASM), organised under the auspices of the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine, at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad To ... read..

Amid war with Hamas, people from southern Israel leave homes, move to Jerusalem

By Ashoke Raj Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 3:19:59 PM IST

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, people from southern Israel have left their homes and moved to Jerusalem where deserted streets and the historical West Bank wall area showcase an image of fear. ... read..

UAE: DEWA launches its annual World Energy Day Campaign

Middle East | October 22, 2023 3:19:55 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has launched its annual campaign to promote World Energy Day under the theme 'World Energy Day: Your Path Towards COP28'. ... read..

Indian High Commission 'deeply saddened' by death of two Indian nationals in Maldives

Male | October 22, 2023 3:19:47 PM IST

The Indian High Commission in Maldives expressed sorrow on Sunday over the death of two Indian nationals in a tragic incident on Haa Dhaal Makunudhoo island in Maldives. Following the incident, the Indian High Commission is in touch with Maldivian authori ... read..

Bodies of 4 Nepalese students killed in Hamas attack in Israel flown to Kathmandu

Kathmandu | October 22, 2023 2:20:50 PM IST

Bodies of four students from Nepal killed in a Hamas attack in Israel have been brought back to Kathmandu on Sunday and are scheduled to be handed over to the family. Nepal's Foreign Minister as well as the Israeli Ambassador to Nepal reached the airport ... read..

Hezbollah is aggressing and dragging Lebanon into war: IDF spokesperson Jonathan Conricus

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 12:18:56 PM IST

Israel Defence Forces spokesperson Jonathan Conricus on Sunday said that Hezbollah is playing a very "dangerous game" and escalating the situation. He said that Hezbollah has been dragging Lebanon into war. ... read..

India sends medical aid, disaster relief material for people of Palestine

New Delhi | October 22, 2023 12:18:50 PM IST

India has sent humanitarian aid for the people of Palestine, comprising medical aid and disaster relief material, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on Sunday. ... read..

"Shocked and saddened" by death of Detroit Synagogue president: US Congressman Shri Thanedar

Washington, DC | October 22, 2023 10:20:58 AM IST

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar said that he is "shocked and saddened" by the death of Detroit synagogue board president Samantha Woll. He recalled meeting Samantha Woll at the reopening of the Detroit Synagogue. ... read..

US envoy Eric Garcetti visits Durga puja pandal in Delhi, perfoms dhunuchi naach

New Delhi | October 22, 2023 10:20:48 AM IST

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti visited the Durga Puja pandal in Delhi's CR Park. He was given a traditional welcome at the pandal with aarti and tilak on the forehead. ... read..

Israel Defence Forces conduct air strikes on 'terrorist compound' at Mosque in Jenin

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 9:16:07 AM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) on Sunday said that IDF and Israel Securities Authorities carried out an aerial strike at the Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorist compound in the Al-Ansar Mosque in Jenin. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 jolts Nepal

Kathmandu | October 22, 2023 9:16:05 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 5.3 on the Richter Scale jolted Nepal on Sunday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

Gilgit Baltistan: Locals protest arrest of activist, say Pakistan misusing anti-terrorism Act to muzzle voices

Skardu | October 22, 2023 8:19:28 AM IST

Residents launched a protest against the local administration in the Skardu district of Gilgit Baltistan over the arrest of Shabbir Mayyar, a prominent activist who was demanding the opening of Skardu-Kargil Road. ... read..

UAE: Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah receives delegation from World Economic Forum

Middle East | October 22, 2023 7:20:29 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah said that diversifying sources of national income and driving economic prosperity are key pillars for building a sustainable future f ... read..

Israeli PM Netanyahu meets Italian counterpart, Cypriot President, says, "We have to defeat this barbarism"

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 6:16:11 AM IST

Amid the conflict in Gaza and the looming ground assault on the terror group Hamas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides on Saturday. ... read..

Cairo Summit ends without breakthrough for Gaza aid or condemnation of Hamas

Middle East | October 22, 2023 6:16:07 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 22 (ANI/TPS): A summit of international leaders in Cairo to discuss the Gaza war ended on Saturday night without any consensus towards averting an Israeli ground invasion. No joint statement was issued as Arab and Western leader ... read..

UAE: Latifa bint Mohammed participates in 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign

Middle East | October 22, 2023 6:16:01 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 22 (ANI/WAM): Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority and Member of the Dubai Council, Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, today visited the 'Tarahum for Gaza' campaign centre in Dubai, where she met wi ... read..

Israeli PM's office calls Hamas offer to release 2 hostages "propaganda lies"

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 5:19:56 AM IST

The office of Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday said it "will not respond" after terrorist group Hamas claimed to have offered to release two Qatari hostages, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Amid Israel-Hamas war, Detroit synagogue president found stabbed to death outside her home

Michigan | October 22, 2023 5:19:52 AM IST

Amid the Israeli offensive against terror group Hamas in Gaza, the president of a Detroit synagogue board, Samantha Woll, was found dead on Saturday morning with multiple stab wounds outside her home, CNN reported, citing police officials. ... read..

'Islamist terror threat does not only endanger Israel, it endangers whole world': Foreign Ministry

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 4:15:24 AM IST

Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) spokesperson, Lior Haiat, said at the Cairo Peace Summit in Egypt that the Islamist terror threat does not only endanger his country but also other states of the region and the whole world. ... read..

Hostages and Missing Families Forum in Israel launches "Lighting up the Light" campaign for early return of hostages

Tel Aviv | October 22, 2023 3:16:12 AM IST

Ahead of a likely ground offensive against terrorist group Hamas in the Gaza Strip, the Hostages and Missing Families Forum headquarters in Israel on Saturday launched a "Lighting up the Light" campaign for the early return of hostages. ... read..

550 failed Palestinian rocket launches detected in Gaza, says Israel

Middle East | October 22, 2023 3:16:10 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 22 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it has detected 550 failed rocket launches and misfires since the beginning of the Gaza war, the military announced on Saturday night. ... read..

Israeli hospitals ordered to disconnect internet for fear of cyberattacks

Middle East | October 22, 2023 3:16:09 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 22 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Health instructed a number of hospitals to temporarily disconnect their systems from the internet amid fears of a cyberattack, the ministry announced on Saturday night. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar concludes Singapore visit, says it presented an opportunity to deepen strategic partnership

Asia | October 22, 2023 2:19:43 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday concluded his three-day visit to Singapore, saying that it presented an opportunity to further deepen the strategic partnership between India and the Southeast Asian country. ... read..

Canada has been helping China hunt for fugitives for decades: Report

Ontario | October 22, 2023 12:16:20 AM IST

The Canadian government has given Chinese law enforcement authorities assistance in their pursuit of fugitive Chinese nationals living abroad and Beijing has ensured Canada's continuing cooperation by moves such as bartering on trade, according to an inve ... read..

UAE: Maktoum bin Mohammed meets Chairman of China's Bank of Communications

Middle East | October 22, 2023 12:16:13 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of the UAE, and President of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), today met with R ... read..

WEF Young Global Leaders Annual Summit concludes in Dubai

Middle East | October 22, 2023 12:16:01 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): The World Economic Forum's (WEF) Young Global Leaders (YGL) Annual Summit concluded today following three days of sessions, speeches and ideating. ... read..

Biden speaks to freed American-Israeli hostages

Middle East | October 22, 2023 12:15:59 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 21 (ANI/TPS): US President Joe Biden spoke by phone on Saturday with Judith and Natalie Raanan, who were freed the previous night from captivity in the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip. ... read..

Israel-Hamas war: 20 aid trucks enter Gaza from Egypt as Rafah crossing opens; WHO says "needs are far higher"

Gaza Border | October 22, 2023 12:15:49 AM IST

On the fifteenth day of the Israel-Hamas war, 20 trucks carrying humanitarian aid were finally allowed to enter the Gaza Strip through Egypt's Rafah border; however, WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warned that "needs are far higher" in the enclave th ... read..

74 pc of Israeli civilians killed in Hamas assault have been identified

Middle East | October 22, 2023 12:15:44 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 21 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli Police announced on Saturday that 765 civilians killed in Hamas' October 7 assault on Gaza-area communities have been identified. ... read..

2nd Emirates Paediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Congress kicks off

Middle East | October 22, 2023 12:15:42 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): The UAE is committed to the promotion of excellent health and advanced medical practice, said Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence. ... read..

Jawaher Al Qasimi directs TBHF to provide AED 30 mn to Gaza

Middle East | October 21, 2023 11:15:28 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah, Chairperson of The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), has directed TBHF, a leading Sharjah-based global humanitarian organisation dedicated to helping re ... read..

Pakistan expels over 3,000 Afghan refugees in one day

Kabul | October 21, 2023 10:16:04 PM IST

The state-run radio of Pakistan reported that 3,248 Afghan refugees were returned to Afghanistan from Pakistan in a single day, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

IDF says one-fifth of rockets fired by Hamas, Islamic Jihad misfired in last 24 hours

Middle East | October 21, 2023 10:16:00 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 21 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Saturday said that one-fifth of the rockets fired by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) have misfired in the last 24 hours, landing inside Gaza and killing civilians, The J ... read..

US calls on Pakistan to accept Afghan refugees

Islamabad | October 21, 2023 10:15:41 PM IST

The United States has appealed to Pakistan to permit Afghans seeking refuge to enter the country, Daily Times reported on Saturday. ... read..

PML-N supremo laments Pakistan's dire economic crisis, vows to redirect country on path of growth

Lahore | October 21, 2023 10:15:33 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif on Saturday lamented how Pakistan's economy is in dire straits with very high inflation, dangerously low foreign exchange reserves and vowed to redirect the country on the path of growth, Pakistan- ... read..

UAE: e& wraps up successful participation at GITEX Global 2023

Middle East | October 21, 2023 9:16:22 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): e& successfully wrapped up its participation at GITEX Global 2023, attracting visitors, decision-makers, technology experts and the media to its stand with a wide array of innovative use cases across mobility, retail ... read..

Poverty surges across Pakistan with spike in food, energy prices: World Bank Report

Islamabad | October 21, 2023 9:16:14 PM IST

The World Bank has reported an increase in poverty in Pakistan during the previous fiscal year due to soaring food and energy prices, labour market challenges, and flood-related damages, Dawn reported. ... read..

Israel says it will not occupy Gaza Strip

Middle East | October 21, 2023 8:15:40 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 21 (ANI/TPS): Israel Defence Minister Yoav Gallant said that the main objective of the expected invasion of the Gaza Strip will be the destruction of the Hamas government and terror group. ... read..

Hamas assault on Israel can't justify "collective punishment" of Palestinians: UN Chief

Cairo | October 21, 2023 8:15:29 PM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that the "reprehensible assault" by Hamas can never justify the collective punishment of the Palestinian people, UN news reported on Saturday. ... read..

Chinese netizens support Hamas, post hate speech on Israeli embassy's social media account

Beijing | October 21, 2023 8:15:24 PM IST

Following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, the Israeli Embassy in Beijing has turned to China's social media platform, Weibo, to engage with the public. However, the initiative seems to be provoking a backlash, with comments on the account express ... read..

Climate change may push up to 158.3 million more women, girls into poverty: SDGs Progress Report

Middle East | October 21, 2023 8:15:18 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 21 (ANI/WAM): If unchecked, climate change will significantly increase women's vulnerability to poverty and hunger, undermining hard-won development gains, according to a UN report. ... read..

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif reaches Lahore, set to address Minar-i-Pakistan rally

Lahore | October 21, 2023 8:15:10 PM IST

After spending four years in self-imposed exile, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif reached Lahore on Saturday and is set to address a rally at the Minar-i-Pakistan. ... read..

Israeli reservist killed by anti-tank fire on Lebanese border

Middle East | October 21, 2023 8:15:08 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 21 (ANI/TPS): An army spokesman reported on Saturday that a 22-year-old reserve soldier from Herzliya, Acting Sgt. Omer Bello has been killed, and three other soldiers injured near the Lebanon border. ... read..

Aid trucks that arrived in Gaza did not contain fuel supplies: Report

Gaza Border | October 21, 2023 7:19:16 PM IST

The trucks carrying humanitarian aid to deliver to Gaza only carried food, water, and medical supplies but no fuel, CNN reported.Thirteen trucks were carrying medicine and medical supplies; five were loaded with food; and two were transporting water, said ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf calls out ECP to allot 'bat' symbol without delay

Islamabad | October 21, 2023 7:19:12 PM IST

The embattled Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has demanded the 'bat' symbol to be allotted to the party "without delay" ahead of the upcoming general elections, Dawn reported on Saturday. ... read..

Nepal: Flowers palanquin arrives in Kathmandu during fortnightly festival of Dashain

Kathmandu | October 21, 2023 7:19:10 PM IST

A palanquin containing flowers and other offerings commonly called the Phulpati arrived at the courtyard of Basantapur Durbar Square's Dashain Ghar from Gorkha Durbar on Saturday afternoon. ... read..

China "striking at very root" of Tibetan culture: Exiled Tibetan leader

Washington DC | October 21, 2023 7:18:53 PM IST

The democratically elected leader of Tibet's government-in-exile, Sikyong Penpa Tsering, has said that China is "striking at the very root" of Tibetan culture, as per The National Press Club. ... read..

Pakistan: Cyclone Tej brewing in Arabian Sea

Karachi | October 21, 2023 7:18:51 PM IST

A storm is brewing in the Arabian Sea at 1850 km southwest of Karachi, ARY News reported. ... read..

US special envoy emphasizes for enhancing food security in Afghanistan

Kabul | October 21, 2023 6:16:02 PM IST

US Special Representative for Afghanistan Thomas West has emphasized the need for enhancing food security in Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

"Coward fugitive" returning under judicial asylum: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf on Nawaz Sharif's return to Pakistan

Islamabad | October 21, 2023 6:15:56 PM IST

Reacting strongly to the return of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif's, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) said that the "coward fugitive" is returning under "judicial asylum", Geo News reported on Saturday. ... read..

Israel Defence Forces say "no humanitarian crisis" in Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 21, 2023 6:15:54 PM IST

Amid orders for Palestinians to move south, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) claimed there was "no humanitarian crisis" in the Gaza strip, The Times of Israel reported on Saturday. ... read..

EU allocates funds to bolster UN World Food Programme's efforts in Afghanistan

Kabul | October 21, 2023 6:15:50 PM IST

The European Union (EU) has announced an additional allocation of Euro 9.9 million to bolster the United Nations World Food Programme's (WFP) efforts, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

At Indo-Bangla conference, scholars discuss threats from religious extremism, terrorism

New Delhi | October 21, 2023 5:18:05 PM IST

Delegates and Islamic scholars from India and Bangladesh discussed challenges posed by religious extremism and terrorism by radical groups in neighbouring countries at an Indo-Bangla Conference held in the national capital. ... read..

Israel: Shortage of bulletproof jackets as 3 lakh reserve troops mobilised amid war on Hamas

By Ashoke Raj Tel Aviv | October 21, 2023 4:21:09 PM IST

As the Israel-Hamas conflict enters a decisive phase with a probable ground offensive on Gaza expected soon, the country is facing a shortage of bulletproof jackets and protective gear due to the sudden spike in demand. ... read..

"Shows 'ambition' and 'capability' of India": British envoy to India on ISRO's success

New Delhi | October 21, 2023 4:21:05 PM IST

The British High Commissioner, Alex Ellis on Saturday said that the successful Test Vehicle Abort Mission a part of Gaganyaan Project shows India's 'ambition' and 'capability' of India. ... read..

Former Pak PM Nawaz Sharif arrives in Islamabad after four year exile

Islamabad | October 21, 2023 4:20:55 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister and Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif landed at Islamabad airport as he returned to Pakistan after four years of exile in London. ... read..

Jaishankar discusses strengthening bilateral ties with Singapore Minister Shanmugam

Asia | October 21, 2023 4:20:31 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his Singaporean counterpart K Shanmugam and discussed further strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries. ... read..

Aid starts entering Gaza as Rafah crossing opens for first time since Hamas attack

Cairo | October 21, 2023 3:16:43 PM IST

Over 3000 tonnes of humanitarian aid started entering Gaza, as the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza opened on Saturday for the first time since the horrific attack on Israel by Hamas, Times of Israel reported. ... read..

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