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Three Israeli soldiers and three civilian workers wounded in Gaza
Middle East | May 14, 2024 4:00:58 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 14 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that earlier on Monday two IDF soldiers from the "Yahalam" (acronym in Hebrew for combat engineers in special operations) unit were seriously wounded in combat in the southern G ... read..


The war 'didn't break our spirit': Israel marks first wartime Independence Day
Middle East | May 14, 2024 4:00:56 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 14 (ANI/TPS): Holiday traditions had to be rethought and revamped because Israel never celebrated Independence Day in wartime. That meant changing, among other things, the torch-lighting ceremony marking the transition from the sole ... read..


Kimberley Process Intersessional opens in Dubai to address global diamond trade challenges
Middle East | May 14, 2024 4:00:54 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 14 (ANI/WAM): The UN-mandated Kimberley Process (KP) Intersessional meeting opened in Dubai yesterday with resounding calls to accelerate consensus and decision-making to secure the industry's long-term security, efficiency, and operation ... read..


'His fighting spirit was contagious': Family mourns Druze hero
Middle East | May 14, 2024 4:00:52 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 14 (ANI/TPS): A sombre mood fell on the Druze village of Yanuh. The family of Lt-Col Salman Habaka was honouring the memory of their beloved husband, son and brother, as well as Israel's hero. ... read..


Indian Navy, Australian Navy strengthen maritime cooperation with successful talks
New Delhi | May 14, 2024 4:00:47 PM IST
In a step towards bolstering maritime cooperation, the 16th Indian Navy-Australian Navy Staff Talks concluded successfully at Kochi on Tuesday. ... read..


LS polls: PM Modi confident of victory, says will participate in G7 Summit after taking oath
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | May 14, 2024 2:00:50 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday exuded confidence in his party's win for a third successive time and said that he will participate in the G-7 Summit next month following the declaration of results of the ongoing parliamentary elections. ... read..


Bengaluru: Israel's mission observes country's 76th Independence Day
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | May 14, 2024 2:00:37 PM IST
The Israeli Consulate General of Bengaluru on Monday observed the 76th Independence Day of Israel and highlighted the Hamas terrorist attack launched on October 7 towards Israel. ... read..


Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif orders privatisation of all state-owned enterprises
Islamabad | May 14, 2024 1:59:54 PM IST
Amid the staggering economic crisis in the country, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday announced to privatise all state-owned enterprises except for strategically important entities, ARY News reported. ... read..


Afghanistan receives 22-tonnes of humanitarian aid from Qatar amid floods
Kabul | May 14, 2024 1:59:31 PM IST
Amid floods in Afghanistan, a 22-ton shipment of Qatari humanitarian aid for the flood victims of Baghlan province arrived in Mazar-e-Sharif, TOLO News reported. ... read..


India sends 2nd trance of humanitarian aid to flood-hit Kenya
New Delhi | May 14, 2024 12:00:16 PM IST
In a bid to support the people affected by the massive floods in the East African country, India on Tuesday sent a second tranche of humanitarian aid to Kenya comprising relief and medical supplies. ... read..


"Broad daylight murder... lives in danger": Activist describes 'very serious' situation in PoJK amid protests
Glasgow | May 14, 2024 12:00:05 PM IST
A prominent PoJK activist based in Scotland, Amjad Ayub Mirza, has sounded the alarm over the deteriorating situation in Muzaffarabad, the capital of Pakistani-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), while warning of "broad daylight murder" and declaring that ... read..


Taiwan reports Chinese incursion with aircraft and vessels near its strait
Taipei | May 14, 2024 11:01:08 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) informed that 10 Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) aircraft and five People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) vessels were detected operating in the vicinity of Taiwan up until 6 am (UTC+8) on Tuesday. ... read..


Russia escalates attacks on Ukraine's Kharkiv region; 5,700 individuals evacuated from Vovchansk
Kharkiv | May 14, 2024 11:00:57 AM IST
As tensions escalate in Ukraine, Russia has expanded its ground assault in the Kharkiv region, targeting new areas in an attempt to widen the front and strain Ukraine's defence forces, Al Jazeera reported, citing the region's governor. ... read..


"Simply unacceptable": India condemns dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza as Israel-Hamas war intensifies
New York | May 14, 2024 11:00:56 AM IST
Amid Israel's military action in Gaza against Hamas, India has strongly condemned the civilian deaths in the ongoing conflict and said that the resulting humanitarian crisis in the region is "simply unacceptable." ... read..


UK: Kashmiris protest outside Pakistani consulate in solidarity with ongoing PoJK unrest
Bradford | May 14, 2024 11:00:28 AM IST
As dissent grew in the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), the members of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) staged a protest outside the Pakistani consulate in Bradford City of the UK. ... read..


US State Secy Blinken makes surprise Ukraine visit, to meet Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Kyiv | May 14, 2024 11:00:16 AM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken on Tuesday embarked on an unannounced visit to Ukraine to foster ties and reaffirm American support to Kyiv amid its ongoing war with Russia. ... read..


US: Donald Trump authorised 'hush money' payment, testifies his former lawyer
New York | May 14, 2024 8:59:42 AM IST
Michael Cohen, the former lawyer of Donald Trump's hush-money case testified against the former US President on Monday (local time) in the New York City courtroom and admitted that he "lied and bullied" on behalf of his former boss, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Israel strikes 120 terror targets across Gaza as Hamas tries to regroup
Middle East | May 14, 2024 8:59:41 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 14 (ANI/TPS): Israeli aircraft struck more than 120 Hamas targets throughout the Gaza Strip over the past day, the Israel Defense Forces said on Monday. ... read..


Raising questions, UN agency cuts in half the number of women, children killed in Gaza
Middle East | May 14, 2024 8:59:39 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 14 (ANI/TPS): A United Nations agency tracking Gaza's casualty figures reduced by half the number of women and children killed in the Strip since October 7, raising questions about conflict's true death toll. ... read..


"Unacceptable": MQM founder Altaf Hussain condemns killing of peaceful protestors in PoJK
London | May 14, 2024 8:59:37 AM IST
Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM) founder Altaf Hussain has condemned the killing of peaceful protestors by Pakistani forces in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) calling it "unacceptable". ... read..


In a shocker, US Senator suggests Israel should be allowed to nuke Gaza like Hiroshima, Nagasaki
Washington, DC | May 14, 2024 7:59:39 AM IST
Comparing the Israel-Hamas war with World War II, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham said that the US dropping nuclear bombs on Japan to end the war was the "right decision" and Israel should also be given the bombs "they need" to end the war. ... read..


Ukrainian Deputy FM holds conversation with MEA Secy; discusses preparation for Global Peace Summit
Kyiv | May 14, 2024 7:59:38 AM IST
Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha held a telephonic conversation with Ministry of External Affairs Secretary(West) Pavan Kapoor on Monday. ... read..


We do not believe what is happening in Gaza is genocide but...: US
Washington DC | May 14, 2024 7:00:09 AM IST
The United States doesn't believe that Israeli actions in Gaza amount to "genocide" but wants Tel Aviv to do more to ensure the protection of innocent civilians, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said on Monday (local time), as reported by CNN. ... read..


"Anyone considering business deals with Iran...": US warns of sanctions after India-Iran Chabahar Port deal
Washington, DC | May 14, 2024 6:00:14 AM IST
Hours after India signed an agreement to operate the Chabahar Port in Iran for 10 years, the United States has warned that "anyone" considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the "potential risk of sanctions." ... read..


"People think what is special in bullet train...": Jaishankar opens up on 'benefits' of project
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 14, 2024 4:59:48 AM IST
Elaborating upon the multiple benefits that will accrue from a bullet train, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that it will help in decongestion and fasten the pace of urbanization. ... read..


"If you come and do something here...": Jaishankar on India's "message" against terrorism after Uri and Pulwama terror attacks
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 14, 2024 4:00:10 AM IST
Reminding "non-response" to the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India gave a 'clear message' against terrorism with the surgical strike and airstrikes after the terror attacks in Uri and Pulwama. ... read..


Chabahar Port to provide new transit corridor for India, Iran, Afghanistan outside of Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz
Tehran | May 14, 2024 12:02:30 AM IST
As India and Iran signed a long-term contract for operating the Shahid-Beheshti Port Terminal in the presence of Indian and Iranian ministers, it is pertinent to note that the Chabahar port pact deal inked between the two nations will not only enhance reg ... read..


Situation in PoJK worsens as fresh clashes erupt between protesters, authorities
Muzaffarabad | May 14, 2024 12:02:36 AM IST
The situation continues to worsen as fresh violence erupted in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) due to clashes between protestors and authorities. ... read..


Political activist urges Indian govt to summon Pakistan ambassador after Rangers open fire on protesters
Muzafarabad | May 14, 2024 12:02:06 AM IST
Political activist from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) Amjad Ayub Mirza on Monday, requested the Indian government to summon the Pakistan ambassador for an explanation, after Pakistan Rangers opened fire on thousands of locals in Muzaffarabad ... read..


DCAA to promote investment in Dubai at Airport Show's 23rd edition
Middle East | May 14, 2024 12:01:53 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) has completed its preparations to participate in the 23rd edition of the Airport Show, held from May 14 to 16 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ... read..


Dubai Municipality introduces smart, remotely operated marine scraper to combat water pollution
Middle East | May 14, 2024 12:01:37 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality has taken another step forward in its commitment to environmental sustainability with the unveiling of its latest innovation, the smart marine scraper, designed to collect floating waste in creeks and wate ... read..


Melinda French Gates to resign from Gates Foundation
Washington | May 14, 2024 12:01:32 AM IST
Melinda French Gates on Monday, said that she would resign as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, stressing that the time is "right for me" to move forward into the next chapter of my philanthropy. ... read..


Former spy unravels China's tactics of tracking, abducting dissidents globally
Sydney | May 14, 2024 12:01:25 AM IST
A former Chinese spy, who was in Australia, unravelled China's tactics of tracking and abducting dissidents living overseas including India, Thailand, Canada and Australia, reported Voice of America (VOA). ... read..


Inaugural Special Olympics Gulf Badminton competition concludes in Abu Dhabi
Middle East | May 14, 2024 12:01:16 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The inaugural Special Olympics Gulf Badminton Competition - Abu Dhabi 2024, concluded with an awarding ceremony, held at Khalifa University. ... read..


UK police charges three men for assisting Hong Kong's foreign intelligence service
London | May 13, 2024 12:01:08 AM IST
The UK police have charged three men for assisting Hong Kong's foreign intelligence service. The men who have been detained alongside several others during raids conducted across the UK last week, Al Jazeera reported, citing police, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


UAE: Abdullah bin Zayed discusses strengthening bilateral cooperation with Slovenian Deputy PM, Foreign Minister
Middle East | May 13, 2024 12:01:03 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today welcomed Tanja Fajon, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia, to Abu Dhabi to discuss the strong ... read..


"Historic decision taken to fulfil PM Modi's vision...": Union Minister Sonowal on Chabahar Port pact with Iran
Tehran | May 13, 2024 12:00:59 AM IST
Following the signing of Chabahar Port pact between India and Iran, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal has said that the "historic decision" of the long-term contract was taken to fulfil Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visio ... read..


Pakistan: Adiala jail authorities 'impose' three-day ban on prisoners' meetings
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 10:00:41 PM IST
Authorities at Adiala Jail in Pakistan's Rawalpindi have announced a three-day prohibition on prisoners' meetings citing security concerns, ARY News reported citing sources. ... read..


Core42 launches AI-driven JAIS Chat, serving over 400 million Arabic-speakers worldwide
Middle East | May 13, 2024 10:00:39 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Core42, a G42 company and provider of sovereign cloud, cybersecurity, AI infrastructure and services, has launched JAIS Chat as a mobile application available for download on iOS. This user-friendly chatbot was developed ... read..


"No problem with Sher Afzal Marwat if he follows party line": Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 10:00:37 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated in Adiala Jail, on Monday said that he has "no problem with MNA Sher Afzal Marwat if he follows the party line," Pakistan-based Geo News reported. Khan's statement came after ... read..


Israeli universities climb in global rankings despite campus demonstrations
Middle East | May 13, 2024 10:00:33 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 13 (ANI/TPS): Five Israeli universities climbed the ranks of 2024 edition of the Global 2000 list of colleges and universities released on Monday, despite widespread campus demonstrations against Israel. ... read..


Nepal PM inducts new Health Minister, hours after former quits
Kathmandu | May 13, 2024 10:00:06 PM IST
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal inducted Pradip Yadav from the newly formed Janata Samajbadi Party on board the cabinet after former minister quit the government and withdrew support. ... read..


Pakistan: JI leader calls for protest rally in Lahore to express solidarity with farmers
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 9:01:18 PM IST
Jamaat-i-Islami Emir Hafiz Naeemur Rehman on Sunday called for a protest rally in Lahore on May 16 to express solidarity with farmers who are already holding protests against the government for not procuring a fresh crop of wheat in Pakistan, Dawn reporte ... read..


Pakistan: Islamabad Court approves Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi's plea seeking medical examination
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 9:01:02 PM IST
An accountability court in Islamabad, on Monday, approved Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi's plea seeking medical examination, reported ARY News. ... read..


Maldives FM Moosa Zameer thanks Indian counterpart Jaishankar for USD 50 million budget support
Male | May 13, 2024 9:00:57 PM IST
Calling it a "true gesture of goodwill," Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer on Monday thanked External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar after India extended budgetary support to Maldives in the form of a rollover of USD 50 Million Treasury Bill. ... read..


"Now, you know who delayed bullet train": EAM Jaishankar attacks opposition, highlights India's growth under PM Modi
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 9:00:53 PM IST
In a scathing attack on opposition, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday that India has made tremendous progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government over the years, and the country's growth was delayed when the opposition was ... read..


Russia captures four more villages in Ukraine's northern Kharkiv region
Moscow | May 13, 2024 9:00:26 PM IST
A day after Russia claimed to have captured five villages after launching a fresh ground assault in north-eastern Ukraine, Moscow has now gained hold of four more villages in the northern Kharkiv region, CNN reported, citing Ukraine's top general on Monda ... read..


Saqr Ghobash receives German, Swiss Ambassadors
Middle East | May 13, 2024 9:00:23 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), separately received Alexander Schonfelder, Ambassador of Germany to the UAE, and Arthur Mattli, Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation to the UAE. ... read..


UAE: ADIB Business Banking unveils nationwide geographical expansion plan
Middle East | May 13, 2024 9:00:16 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), a leading financial institution, announced its expansion plan to better serve its Business Banking customers across the UAE. ADIB Business Banking is expanding its presence in key business ... read..


UK chapter of UKPNP organises protest in solidarity with ongoing PoJK protest
Bradford | May 13, 2024 9:00:09 PM IST
The British chapter of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) organised a protest outside the Pakistani consulate situated in Bradford, England, on Monday. ... read..


"India to become major maritime player under PM Modi's leadership": Union Minister Sonowal on Chabahar port deal
Tehran | May 13, 2024 9:00:05 PM IST
Commending Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday said that under PM Modi's leadership India is on its way to becoming a major maritime player with a formidable supply chain ... read..


Pakistan Election Commission suspends lawmakers elected on reserved seats
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 8:59:53 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday suspended the lawmakers elected on seats denied to the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC). The Pakistan electoral watchdog's decision comes after the Supreme Court announced its verdict on reserved seats, Pakis ... read..


JSP-Nepal quits ruling alliance, Upendra Yadav resigns as Deputy Prime Minister in Prachanda-led government
Kathmandu | May 13, 2024 8:59:43 PM IST
In a significant development, the Janata Samajbadi Party (JSP)-Nepal, a member of Nepal's ruling alliance, has withdrawn its support to Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' government in Nepal. ... read..


India, Iran sign long term contract for operations at Chabahar Port to boost regional connectivity
By Ayushi Agarwal

Tehran | May 13, 2024 7:00:18 PM IST
In a significant milestone for the India-Iran relationship and to foster close cooperation to make Chabahar Port a regional trade transit and connectivity hub, the two countries on Monday signed a long-term contract for operating the Shahid-Beheshti Port ... read..


India-EU FTA 'most difficult, complex' due to non-trade issues: EAM Jaishankar
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 7:00:08 PM IST
Terming the India-European Union Foreign Trade Agreement (FTA) the "most difficult FTA," External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said on Monday that it is the most difficult one because there are a lot of non-trade issues involved in this FTA. ... read..


"We counter-deployed, sent record number of troops to border": Jaishankar on border stand-off with China
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 6:59:36 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday that despite a challenge from China, India has counter-deployed and sent a record number of troops to the border. ... read..


Australia: Plane makes successful wheels-up emergency landing at Newcastle Airport
New South Wales | May 13, 2024 6:00:09 PM IST
Two passengers and a pilot have remained unhurt after a small plane was forced to land without landing gear after a mechanical failure at Newcastle Airport in Australia's New South Wales, CNN reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif steps down as President of PML-N
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 5:59:39 PM IST
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday resigned as the President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), ARY News reported, citing sources. ... read..


India provides budget support to Maldives on USD 50 million loan for additional year
Male | May 13, 2024 4:59:37 PM IST
The Indian government on Monday provided a budget support to Maldives in the form of a rollover of USD 50 million Treasury Bill, for an additional year at the request of Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer. ... read..


International Monetary Fund urges overhaul of Pakistan's tax system
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 4:00:46 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to revoke the discretionary powers held by the Board and the cabinet in granting tax incentives. Additionally, it calls for amendments in tax laws pertaining to NGOs, chari ... read..


Baloch community organises protest in UK condemning Pakistan Army's atrocities in Balochistan
London | May 13, 2024 4:00:45 PM IST
Several members of the Baloch Republican Party on Sunday organized a protest at Trafalgar Square in London to condemn the Pakistan army's atrocities in Balochistan including enforced disappearances and fake encounters. ... read..


Mubadala Energy announces second consecutive significant gas discovery in Indonesia
Middle East | May 13, 2024 4:00:39 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): Mubadala Energy, the international energy company headquartered in Abu Dhabi and the operator of the South Andaman Gross Split PSC, today announced another substantial gas discovery from the Tangkulo-1 Exploration well, ... read..


Emirates Group records full-year profit of AED18.7 billion
Asia | May 13, 2024 4:00:37 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Group today released its 2023-24 Annual Report, hitting new record profit, revenue, and cash balance levels. Both Emirates and dnata saw significant profit and revenue increases in 2023-24, as the Group expanded ... read..


UAE tops global fibre connectivity with 99.3 pc penetration
Middle East | May 13, 2024 4:00:34 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has once again been recognised as the global leader in Fibre to the Home (FTTH) penetration. This marks the eighth consecutive year the country has held this top position with a penetration rate of 99.3 percent, as r ... read..


Two hostile drones crash near Moshav Beit Hillel, sparking fire
Middle East | May 13, 2024 4:00:20 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 13 (ANI/TPS): Two hostile aerial drones crossed from Lebanon into Israeli territory, exploding in the area of Moshav Beit Hillel. ... read..


"Open to investigation": EAM Jaishankar denies receiving evidence of Indian involvement in Canada's Nijjar killing
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 4:00:18 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has once again denied receiving any evidence implicating Indian nationals' involvement in the killing in Canada of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. ... read..


"It will clear pathway for bigger investments": EAM on crucial Chabahar port pact with Iran
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 4:00:14 PM IST
As Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Monday departed for Iran for the expected signing of the Chabahar port pact, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday asserted that the possible signing agreement between India and Iran will pave the way for ... read..


Israel plans new agricultural waste treatment facility in areas devastated on October 7
Middle East | May 13, 2024 4:00:07 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 13 (ANI/TPS): Israel is set to add a new natural waste treatment facility in the south of the country, specifically in the areas near Gaza. To that end, its Ministry of Environmental Protection, as part of its "Green South" initiati ... read..


India-France joint military exercise 'Shakti' commences in Meghalaya
Shillong (Meghalaya) | May 13, 2024 3:00:30 PM IST
The 7th edition of the India-France Joint Military Exercise "Shakti" is set to commence on May 13 at the Joint Training Node in Umroi, Meghalaya. ... read..


PoJK: Long march heads for Muzaffarabad as wheel-jam strike enters fourth day
Muzaffarabad | May 13, 2024 3:00:12 PM IST
Amid a wheel-jam strike continuing for the fourth consecutive day in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), a long march led by the Awami Action Committee (AAC) set off for the PoJK capital, Muzaffarabad, as reported by Geo News on Monday. ... read..


"PoJK was, is and always will be part of India": EAM Jaishankar amid ongoing protests in Muzaffarabad
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 13, 2024 3:00:04 PM IST
Amid the intensified protest against the Pakistan government in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday reiterated India's stand on merging the illegally occupied region and said that "one day we will end the ... read..


Taiwan detects 7 Chinese naval ships, 2 military aircraft encircling it
Taipei | May 13, 2024 3:00:00 PM IST
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defense (MND) has said that it detected seven Chinese naval vessels and two military aircraft around Taiwan between 6 am on Sunday and 6 am on Monday. ... read..


Coal procurement scandal casts Pakistan in dim light
Islamabad | May 13, 2024 2:01:35 PM IST
Questions have arisen regarding the importation of coal for power plants amidst concerns over the affordability of power supplies, which are impacting demand and driving consumers away from the national grid. Despite the overarching policy direction from ... read..


Military rangers deployed as dissent grows in PoJK
Muzafarrabad | May 13, 2024 2:01:21 PM IST
Pakistan military rangers were deployed in Pakistan occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) on Sunday to control violent protests that erupted in the region, The News International reported. ... read..


Ukrainian attack on residential building claims 15 lives in Belgorod, Russia says
Belgorod | May 13, 2024 2:00:56 PM IST
At least 15 people have been killed after a 10-story residential apartment building partially collapsed in Russia's southwestern city of Belgorod on Monday, Russian news agency TASS reported citing the Russian Emergencies Ministry's statement. ... read..


Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir protests persist as talks stall
Muzaffarabad | May 13, 2024 2:00:44 PM IST
Amid a resumption of the march in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made pledges to address the 'genuine demands' of the protesters. However, despite efforts, an agreement between the ... read..


PoJK govt's offer of 50 per cent reduction in electricity prices rejected by protestors amidst clashes
Muzaffarabad | May 13, 2024 2:00:09 PM IST
Jammu Kashmir Awami Action Committee (JAAC) has rebuffed the Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) government's offer of a 50 per cent reduction in electricity prices per unit, insisting on rates aligned with hydropower generation costs, as reported ... read..


Biden's ultimatum on Israeli offensive sparks bipartisan backlash on Capitol Hill
Washington, DC | May 13, 2024 11:00:16 AM IST
President Joe Biden finds himself at the centre of bipartisan criticism from Capitol Hill regarding his recent ultimatum to Israel, warning of a halt in some US weapons shipments in response to a potential major Israeli offensive in Rafah, CNN reported. ... read..


Director General Defence Intelligence Agency Lt Gen DS Rana embarks on an official visit to Tanzania
New Delhi | May 13, 2024 10:00:28 AM IST
Director General Defence Intelligence Agency (DG DIA) Lieutenant General DS Rana has proceeded on an official visit to Tanzania, said the Ministry of Defence. ... read..


US State Secy Blinken dials Israel's Defence Minister, reaffirms opposition to Rafah operation
Washington, DC | May 13, 2024 10:00:12 AM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken on Sunday reaffirmed America's opposition to Israeli plans of holding a major military operation in Rafah city of Gaza with Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant and underscored the urgent need to protect civilians amid w ... read..


UAE participates in meeting on International Counter Ransomware Initiative in San Francisco
Middle East | May 13, 2024 7:59:24 AM IST
San Francisco [US], May 13 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates recently participated at a meeting at RSA Conference here that brought together the members of the International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI), currently recognised as the largest intern ... read..


US: First person to receive pig kidney dies months after transplant
Massachusetts | May 13, 2024 7:59:18 AM IST
The world's first living recipient of a genetically edited pig kidney transplant, Rick Slayman died around two months after making history, CNN reported. ... read..


Biden surrendering US campuses to "anarchists, jihadist freaks": Donald Trump on college protests
New Jersey | May 13, 2024 7:59:16 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump came out heavily against Joe Biden over the massive pro-Palestine protests at American universities, and claimed that his successor is surrounded by "fascists" and has 'surrendered' the college campuses to "jihadist freaks ... read..


Ambulance driver caught 'smuggling' Palestinians into Israel
Middle East | May 13, 2024 6:59:38 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 13 (ANI/TPS): Eight Palestinians were caught being smuggled into Jerusalem by the drivers of a private ambulance dressed as medical personnel on Saturday night, Israel's Border Police announced on Sunday. ... read..


'Our troops not capable of operating Dornier aircrafts given by India': Maldives Defence Minister
Male | May 13, 2024 6:59:34 AM IST
Days after the withdrawal of Indian soldiers, Maldives Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon has acknowledged that the country's defence forces are still not capable of operating the three aircraft donated by India, local media reported on Sunday. ... read..


Taiwan: President-elect Lai may express 'goodwill' towards China in inaugural address
Taipei | May 13, 2024 6:00:02 AM IST
President-elect, Lai Ching-te, is expected to deliver a "goodwill" message towards China in his inaugural address on May 20 to further cross-strait talks, Taiwan News reported, citing Central News Agency. ... read..


"Occupier feeds on lies and fear...": Ukraine President Zelenskyy warns countrymen amid raging Russian offensive
Kyiv | May 13, 2024 5:59:59 AM IST
Amid recent gains made by the Russian forces in the war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy acknowledged that "fierce battles" are taking place and the situation is "extremely difficult" in some regions while affirming that the key thing is for the c ... read..


Former Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena resigns as Chairman of SLFP, appoints Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe
Colombo | May 13, 2024 3:00:06 AM IST
Former Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena resigned as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and appointed Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as his replacement for the post, Colombo Gazette reported. ... read..


Putin replaces Defence Minister amid gains against Ukraine
Moscow | May 13, 2024 3:00:03 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has appointed Andrey Belousov as Defence Minister, replacing Sergei Shoigu, CNN reported, citing a Kremlin statement on Sunday night. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa claim poll documents manipulated
Islamabad | May 12, 2024 11:30:38 PM IST
Reiterating the allegation of rigging in elections, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders said on Saturday that poll documents were manipulated to reduce the margins of poll victory of the party-supported independent candidates, Pakistan-based Dawn repor ... read..


UN Secy General Guterres urges 'humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza, release of hostages
New York | May 12, 2024 11:30:34 PM IST
The United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, said on Sunday that an immediate humanitarian ceasefire is the need of the hour and urged for a "surge" in humanitarian aid to the besieged Gaza Strip, according to The Times of Israel. ... read..


Pakistan: Employees in Karachi face difficulties due to unfair labour laws
Karachi | May 12, 2024 11:30:28 PM IST
Blue-collared and white-collared employees in Pakistan's Karachi face several difficulties as the administration has made no clear labour laws, defining the set norms of the employee class in Pakistan. Hence, people face employment-related issues and are ... read..


Dubai CommerCity set to participate in Seamless Middle East 2024
Middle East | May 12, 2024 11:30:15 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 12 (ANI/WAM): Dubai CommerCity, the first and leading free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce, and a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Properties, is participating in Seaml ... read..


IMF expresses concern over ongoing political uncertainty in Pakistan
Islamabad | May 12, 2024 11:30:09 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has expressed concern over ongoing political uncertainty in Pakistan, ARY News reported. The IMF voiced concern in its recent report regarding the political scenario in Pakistan. ... read..


Fourth round of Emirates Arabian Horse Global Cup 2024 to begin June 1 in France
Middle East | May 12, 2024 11:30:00 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 12 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Emirates Arabian Horse Society (EAHS), t ... read..


Pakistan: Bandits storm village in Kandhkot, two killed
Islamabad | May 12, 2024 11:29:52 PM IST
Two people were killed when a group of bandits stormed a village in the area, ARY News reported on Sunday, citing authorities. ... read..


As tensions simmer in SCS amid China's growing aggression, German Navy sails to Asia in support of allies
Berlin | May 12, 2024 11:29:50 PM IST
A German combat vessel, Frankfurt am Main, along with a frigate, Baden-Wuerttemberg, has started sailing from Europe towards Asia. The move is orchestrated to show Germany's support for its allies against China's aggressive behaviour in the South China Se ... read..


Israel forces operating in Eastern Rafah and other Gaza areas
Middle East | May 12, 2024 10:31:40 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel military forces continued operating in eastern Rafah, as well as in the northern Gaza areas of Jabaliya and Zeitoun, the Israel Defense Forces said on Sunday. ... read..


Navy ship INS Kiltan reaches Vietnam's Cam Ranh Bay, visit to strengthen ties between nations
Hanoi | May 12, 2024 10:31:38 PM IST
The Indian Naval Ship, INS Kiltan, arrived at Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam, on Sunday, where it received a warm welcome from the Vietnam People's Navy and the Indian Embassy there. ... read..


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