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Taiwan detects eight Chinese naval ships, six military aircraft around nation
Taipei | March 24, 2024 11:55:42 PM IST
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) said that it detected eight Chinese naval vessels and six Chinese military aircraft operating around the nation from 6 am (local time) on Saturday to 6 am (local time) on Sunday. ... read..


Pakistan: Baloch Students Council holds rally against alleged enforced disappearance of medical student
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 10:57:02 PM IST
The Baloch Students' Council (BSC) Punjab held a rally in Lahore on Saturday to protest against the alleged enforced disappearance of a Baloch medical student from Sargodha, Khudadad Siraj, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


Experts, intellectuals hold Pakistan accountable for its war crimes of 1971 in Bangladesh
London | March 24, 2024 10:56:57 PM IST
International experts and intellectuals hold Pakistan accountable for the war crimes of 1971 in Bangladesh on the eve of Genocide Remembrance Day. ... read..


Russian President Putin lights candle for victims of Moscow terror attack
Moscow | March 24, 2024 10:56:39 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin lit a candle in church for victims of the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow, which claimed the lives of 137 people. The video shared by Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on social media platform X showed Put ... read..


Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrives in Rajasthan's Jodhpur
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | March 24, 2024 9:56:39 PM IST
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam arrived in Rajasthan's Jodhpur on Sunday. The visuals showed Shanmugaratnam arriving at the airport and walking towards his car. ... read..


"Today when we speak about India in Indo-Pacific, the story...began with Singapore": EAM Jaishankar
Asia | March 24, 2024 9:56:38 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised on India-Singapore ties during his interaction with the Indian community in Singapore on Sunday and said it was a privilege to have been personally involved in this journey for at least a decade and a half ... read..


Israeli Foreign Minister applauds US cutting off funding for UN Palestinian agency
Middle East | March 24, 2024 8:55:09 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 24 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister praised the US Congress' decision to halt funding to UNRWA (the UN Relief Workers Agency for Palestinians) calling the move "a clear vote of no confidence in UN Secretary-General Antonio Gut ... read..


Pre-Sail conference held in Visakhapatnam to discuss sea phase of Exercise Tiger Triumph-2024
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 24, 2024 7:56:59 PM IST
A Pre-Sail Conference was conducted at Visakhapatnam on Sunday to discuss nuances of the upcoming Sea Phase of Exercise Tiger Triumph-2024. ... read..


"Confident that PoK will itself merge with India": Rajnath Singh
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 7:56:31 PM IST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the people of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) are themselves raising the demand for a merger with India. He expressed the confidence that the people of PoK will merge with India. ... read..


Jaishankar speaks to Russian counterpart Lavrov, condoles loss of lives in Moscow terror attack
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 7:56:22 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and conveyed his condolences on the loss of lives in the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow, which claimed 133 lives. ... read..


Islamabad: Deputy Commissioner disallows Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf power show on March 30
Islamanad | March 24, 2024 5:56:26 PM IST
Islamabad Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon has declined the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) request to organise a public gathering in the federal capital on March 30, as reported by The Express Tribune. ... read..


Parliamentary delegations of India, Thailand hold meeting in Geneva
Geneva | March 24, 2024 5:56:15 PM IST
An Indian Parliamentary delegation being led by Rajya Sabha's Deputy Chairman, Harivansh, held a bilateral meeting with Thailand's Parliamentary delegation on the sidelines of the 148th Assembly of Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Geneva. ... read..


Pakistan: Curbing illicit tobacco trade a key condition for funding by IMF
Lahore | March 24, 2024 4:57:12 PM IST
Experts said Pakistan has a strategic window to meet International Monetary Fund (IMF) conditions, boost tax collection, and notably increase the tax-to-GDP ratio by curbing illicit trade in the tobacco sector, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Two Arrested for Jerusalem Arson
Asia | March 24, 2024 4:57:06 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 24 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Police reported that two Palestinians were arrested on suspicion of throwing Molotov cocktails containing nails at residences in the Beit Hanina neighbourhood of Jerusalem. ... read..


Israel: New nanofilter technology targets harmful contaminants in drinking water
Asia | March 24, 2024 4:57:03 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 24 (ANI/TPS): In a groundbreaking effort to combat the problem of contaminants and pharmaceutical waste in drinking water, Israeli researchers unveiled a nanofilter designed to specifically detect harmful molecular residue in wate ... read..


Torkham border crossing between Pakistan, Afghanistan closed for pedestrians due to clash between officials
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 4:56:40 PM IST
The Torkham border crossing between Afghanistan and Pakistan has been closed for pedestrians after a clash between officials of the Frontier Corps (FC) and the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), Pakistan-based Geo News reported, citing security sources. ... read..


"An exceptional leader...": Bhutanese King Wangchuck heaps praise on PM Modi following State visit
Thimphu | March 24, 2024 4:56:38 PM IST
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's state visit, the Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck heaped praise on the former calling him an 'exceptional leader' and adding that countries require such leaders to advance and flourish. ... read..


Nepal: Kathmandu soaks in colours of Holi celebration
Kathmandu | March 24, 2024 3:57:12 PM IST
Kathmandu on Sunday drenched itself in variety of colors with thousands of people come out of their house, smearing each other with colors and exchanging the Holi wishes. ... read..


UAE Team Emirates Pogacar strikes again in Catalan mountains
Middle East | March 24, 2024 3:57:04 PM IST
Catalonia [Spain], March 24 (ANI/WAM): UAE Team Emirates' Tadej Pogacar dominated the queen stage of the Volta a Catalunya (Berga-Queralt, 154.7 km with 5 Gpm and summit finish) thanks to a solo move that earned him his 4th seasonal victory and strengthen ... read..


IOTA Foundation launches USD 10 million investment fund at Investopia 2024
Middle East | March 24, 2024 3:57:02 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 24 (ANI/WAM): Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of Investopia, attended the unveiling of a new investment fund valued at USD 10 million by the IOTA Ecosystem DLT Foundation during Investopia 2024. The fund ... read..


Karachi: Transgender community holds protest against recent mob attack
Karachi | March 24, 2024 3:57:00 PM IST
The transgender or Khwajasira community organised a protest outside the Karachi Press Club on Saturday in response to a recent mob attack on transgender women in Gulistan-i-Jauhar on March 18, reported Dawn. ... read..


Moscow terror attack: UAE lights up iconic landmarks in colours of Russian flag
Middle East | March 24, 2024 3:56:56 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 24 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has bathed its iconic landmarks in the colours of the Russian flag on the evening of March 23rd, 2024, in solidarity with the victims of the horrific terrorist attack that struck a concert hall in Moscow yester ... read..


Poland activates aircraft after Russian cruise missile enters airspace
Warsaw | March 24, 2024 3:56:50 PM IST
Poland on Sunday activated its aircraft after a Russian cruise missile aimed at Ukraine entered its airspace, CNN reported. ... read..


Germany: Baloch National Movement holds protest against Pak atrocities
Berlin | March 24, 2024 3:56:47 PM IST
The International Baloch Rights Organisation, an offshoot of the Baloch National Movement (BNM), on Sunday initiated a series of protests in remembrance of the Pakistani Occupation of Balochistan observed on March 27 every year and held its first protest ... read..


Imran Khan's party loses seats it won to Nawaz Sharif's coalition following recounting
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 3:56:45 PM IST
In a dramatic turn of events after the general elections of February 8, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed independents have been losing their victorious seats to the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) following recounting of votes across several ... read..


'Modi for 2024': Overseas Friends of BJP, Australia launches campaign to drum up support ahead of LS polls
Canberra | March 24, 2024 3:56:39 PM IST
The 'Overseas Friends of BJP', Australia, launched a campaign for members of the diaspora, titled 'Modi for 2024', covering seven prominent cities and significant landmarks in the country. ... read..


Nigeria: Gunmen releases nearly 300 abducted schoolchildren in Kuriga
Kuriga | March 24, 2024 3:56:37 PM IST
Nearly 300 schoolchildren kidnapped in Nigeria earlier this month have been released 'unharmed', CNN reported, citing the governor of the country's Kaduna state, Uba Sani, on Sunday. ... read..


Foreign diplomats join Holi celebrations in Gurugram's Vrindavan Chandrodava Mandir
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 2:57:47 PM IST
Underscoring deep cultural ties and bilateral relationships with India, diplomats from several countries joined in marking the festival of colours at a 'Phoolo Ki Holi Celebration' event organised at the Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir in Gurugram, New Delhi ... read..


India: Russian embassy opens online book for people to post condolence messages to kin of dead in Moscow terror attack
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 12:55:44 PM IST
As the nation mourned the dead and struggled to come to terms with the terror attack at Crocus City Hall near Moscow, the Russian embassy in India, on Sunday, opened an online book of condolence for people who wish to offer condolences to the families of ... read..


Singaporean embassy in India extends Holi wishes, shares images of celebrations in Barsana
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 10:56:35 AM IST
As Indians across the world geared up to ring in the festival of colours, the Singaporean embassy in the national capital extended its greetings for Holi, wishing that the festival would bring peace and joy to all. ... read..


Pak: Traffickers exploit, torture people seeking passage to Europe via Iran, says report
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 10:56:29 AM IST
In a disturbing turn of events, human smugglers targeted Pakistani immigrants seeking passage via Iran to reach Europe. extorting and torturing them while also demanding ransom, Dawn reported on Sunday. ... read..


US: Consulate condoles death of Indian-origin woman in Pennsylvania car accident
New York | March 24, 2024 9:56:15 AM IST
The Indian consulate in New York on Sunday expressed its 'deepest condolences' to the family members of an Indian-origin 21-year-old woman, Arshia Joshi, who died in a car accident in Pennsylvania on March 21. ... read..


US: Trump, Biden win respective primaries in Louisiana, gear up for rematch
Washington DC | March 24, 2024 8:56:07 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump, continuing his winning streak in the race to the White House, registered victory in the Republican primaries in the state of Louisiana and Illinois on Saturday (local time), The Hill reported, citing Decision Desk HQ proj ... read..


Rashid al-Zaro arrested in Hebron for supporting Hamas terrorism
Middle East | March 24, 2024 7:56:26 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 24 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested Dr Rashid al-Zaro, a senior surgeon at the Hebron hospital on suspicion of inciting terrorism and calling for the destruction of Israel. He was arrested in an operation carried out by ... read..


UAE: Mansoor bin Mohammed honours winners of 27th Dubai International Quran Award
Middle East | March 24, 2024 7:56:24 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 24 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, honoured S ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's stance on 'cipher conspiracy' remains unchanged: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 6:56:22 AM IST
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister, Ali Amin Gandapur, said on Friday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) stance on the 'cipher conspiracy' remains unchanged, The News International reported. ... read..


Afghanistan: 3 children killed in bullet explosion in Helmand province
Kabul | March 24, 2024 6:56:20 AM IST
At least three children were killed and two more were injured after an unexploded bullet exploded in the Gereshk district in the Helmand province of Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported, citing officials. ... read..


Israel launches air strike in Hezbollah stronghold in Lebanon
Tel Aviv | March 24, 2024 6:56:18 AM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has launched air strikes in the Baalbek region in north-eastern Lebanon on the early hours of Sunday, the Times of Israel reported, citing local Lebanese media outlets. ... read..


Third UAE ship carrying aid for Gaza sets sails as part of Operation 'Gallant Knight 3'
Middle East | March 24, 2024 6:56:17 AM IST
Fujairah [UAE], March 24 (ANI/WAM): The third UAE aid ship carrying 4,630 tonnes of humanitarian supplies set sail today for the city of Al Arish, Egypt, destined for the Gaza Strip, as part of Operation "Gallant Knight 3" to support the brotherly Palesti ... read..


"Arunachal Pradesh is part of India because it's part of India...": Jaishankar junks "ludicrous" Chinese claims
Asia | March 24, 2024 5:56:18 AM IST
Strongly deploring China's claims on the state of Arunachal Pradesh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed on Saturday that the north-eastern state is part of India. ... read..


"How do you deal with a neighbour...": Jaishankar slams Pakistan over "industry level" terrorism
Asia | March 24, 2024 5:56:12 AM IST
Emphasising the complex situation of dealing with a neighbour like Pakistan, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that Islamabad uses terrorism as an instrument of statecraft and does not even hide from the fact. ... read..


6.9 magnitude earthquake jolts Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby | March 24, 2024 4:55:51 AM IST
An earthquake of 6.9 magnitude struck a remote part of northern Papua New Guinea in early hours of Sunday (local time), the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported. ... read..


US: President Biden passes USD 1.2 trillion bill averting shutdown
Washington DC | March 24, 2024 3:56:42 AM IST
US President Joe Biden signed USD 1.2 trillion legislation into law on Saturday, averting the looming shutdown and completing the funding of federal agencies through the fiscal year, which ends September 30, CNN reported. ... read..


US strongly condemns Moscow terror attack, says ISIS needs to be defeated 'everywhere'
Washington DC | March 24, 2024 3:56:40 AM IST
United States has strongly condemned the "heinous" terrorist attack carried out by the ISIS at Crocus City Hall music venue near Moscow and expressed condolences to the bereaved families. ... read..


"Impossible not to feel heartbroken...time to silence guns": UN chief on situation in Gaza
Cairo | March 24, 2024 2:56:13 AM IST
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited a hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, on Saturday and expressed grief over the situation of Palestinian people being treated there. ... read..


"My heart goes out...": Rahul Gandhi condemns terror attack in Moscow
New Delhi | March 24, 2024 2:56:08 AM IST
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi strongly condemned the 'dastardly' terrorist attack in Moscow and expressed his condolences for the bereaved families on Saturday. ... read..


Pakistan farmers demands agricultural emergency in country
Islamabad | March 24, 2024 1:56:14 AM IST
Pakistan Kissan Ittehad (PKI) has urged the federal government on Saturday to declare an agricultural emergency in the nation, ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Opposition holds protest against Khyber Pakhtunkhwa govt for refusing to hold assembly session
Islamabad | March 23, 2024 11:56:21 PM IST
Opposition members on Friday held a protest against the government for refusing to hold a sitting of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. The opposition and government in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are headed for legal confrontation afte ... read..


Nepal: Holi celebrations begin in Pokhara with Odissi dance event
Kathmandu | March 23, 2024 11:56:12 PM IST
Heralding the onset of Holi festivities, a captivating Indian classical Odissi dance and Nepali folk dance event was organized in Nepal's Pokhara on Friday. ... read..


Singapore corporate figures optimistic about India's growth story during meeting with Jaishankar
Asia | March 23, 2024 10:56:51 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar who arrived in Singapore on Saturday engaged in discussions with prominent corporate figures from the country who offered positive feedback on India's growth story derived from their investment experiences. ... read..


Taiwanese fisherman returned to Kinmen Coast Guard, second still in Chinese custody
Taipei | March 23, 2024 10:56:49 PM IST
One of the two Taiwanese fishermen who were detained by China after losing their way in sea waters was handed over to Kinmen coast guard officials, Chinese authorities announced on Saturday, as reported by Central News Agency Focus Taiwan. ... read..


Protest held in Taiwan against implementation of new national security law in Hong Kong
Taipei | March 23, 2024 10:56:47 PM IST
A protest was held in Taiwan's Taipei on Saturday against "Article 23" of the new security law that was implemented today in Hong Kong. Protesters warned that the law could affect not only local residents but also foreign nationals, Focus Taiwan reported ... read..


People lay flowers at Russian Embassy in India to offer support after Crocus City Hall attack
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 10:56:38 PM IST
People laid flowers at the Russian Embassy in New Delhi to offer support for Russia after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near Russia's Moscow, which claimed the lives of 133 people. The Russian Embassy in India thanked people for sharing pai ... read..


UN informed about deteriorating human rights conditions in PoK, Gilgit Baltistan
Geneva | March 23, 2024 9:56:32 PM IST
The International Committee for the Respect and Application of the African Charter on Human and People's Rights (ICRAC) submitted a written statement to the United Nations to make the global organisation aware of the deteriorating human rights situation i ... read..


Paraguay's president affirms strong ties with Taiwan despite trade relations with China
Asuncion | March 23, 2024 9:56:28 PM IST
Paraguay's president Santiago Pena reaffirmed the enduring bond between his country and Taiwan, emphasizing that their trade relationship with China does not undermine their strong ties, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


EU President, German Chancellor condemn terrorist attack in Russia, offer condolences to families of victims
Brussels | March 23, 2024 9:56:23 PM IST
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday condemned the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall in Moscow which claimed the lives of over 100 people and left others wounded. ... read..


Dubai Roads launches a free smart umbrella service
Middle East | March 23, 2024 9:56:12 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 23 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority launched the "free" smart umbrella service at Al Ghubaiba Bus and Metro Station. The pilot model of this innovative service was designed to facilitate and encourage walking in Dubai ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to hold public rally against election rigging in Islamabad
Islamabad | March 23, 2024 8:56:11 PM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced that it will hold a public rally against alleged rigging during the general elections on February 8, post poll result manipulations, and "deviation from the Constitution" in Islamabad on March 30, Pakistan- ... read..


"This must be ModiKaGuarantee phenomenon": PM Tobgay on PM Modi's visit to Bhutan despite busy schedule
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 8:56:08 PM IST
Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for visiting Bhutan despite his busy schedule. He called it "Modi Ka Guarantee" as PM Modi fulfilled his promise to visit Bhutan. ... read..


"They will pay": Russian President Putin vows to punish terrorists involved in Moscow attack
Moscow | March 23, 2024 8:55:59 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed to punish terrorists after they carried out an attack at the Crocus City Hall music venue in the city of Krasnogorsk, near Moscow, on Friday evening (local time), which claimed 115 lives. ... read..


Russia: Death toll in terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall rises to 133
Moscow | March 23, 2024 8:55:53 PM IST
The death toll from the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall music venue near Russia's Moscow has risen to 133 people, TASS reported citing Russian Investigative Committee. ... read..


Philippines accuses Chinese coastguard of firing water cannons at supply boats
Manila | March 23, 2024 7:56:45 PM IST
The Philippines has accused China's coastguard of firing water cannons at one of its supply boats in South China Sea, Al Jazeera reported. The Armed Forces of the Philippines said that BRP Cabra managed to manoeuvre and reach Unaizah May 4 to provide assi ... read..


Pak: International Monetary Fund proposes reviving 18 pc tax on petrol amid bailout talks
Islamabad | March 23, 2024 7:56:39 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recommended reinstating an 18 per cent general sales tax (GST) on petrol during the ongoing discussions with the government for the release of the last tranche of its bailout package, The Express Tribune reported ... read..


Russia: Death toll mounts to 115 in Crocus City attack
Moscow | March 23, 2024 6:56:43 PM IST
Following the deadly firing at the Crocus City concert hall near Moscow, Russia's Investigative Committee has claimed that the death toll has been confirmed at 115 people and warned that this figure is likely to rise, Russian state news agency, RT News re ... read..


"There's today momentum in India which has to be experienced to be believed": Jaishankar in Singapore
Asia | March 23, 2024 5:57:07 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said there's today momentum in India which has to be experienced to be believed and the country is going to be a much bigger economy in the coming years. ... read..


Taiwan detects 13 Chinese military aircraft, six navy vessels around nation
Taipei | March 23, 2024 5:57:05 PM IST
The Ministry of National Defence (MND) in Taiwan seems to have witnessed an increase in Chinese military presence around the nation. Within 24 hours, the MND detected 13 Chinese military aircraft and six navy vessels operating in the region. ... read..


UK, Japan condemn terrorist attack in Russia, offer condolences to families of victims
London | March 23, 2024 4:56:14 PM IST
The UK and Japan have condemned the terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall near Moscow and extended sympathies to the families of the victims. ... read..


'Interfering in judicial process': India protests German foreign ministry's comments on Kejriwal's arrest
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 3:56:55 PM IST
India on Saturday summoned the German Deputy Chief of Mission in New Delhi to lodge a strong protest on their foreign office spokesperson's remarks on the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. ... read..


Indian Navy's ongoing maritime security operations under aegis of 'Op Sankalp'
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 3:56:53 PM IST
The Indian Navy has responded to the manifestation of the Israel-Hamas conflict in the maritime domain by re-orienting and significantly enhancing the scope of its ongoing maritime security operations since mid-December 2023 under the aegis of 'Operation ... read..


"Indian Ocean named after us, if we don't take action...": Navy chief vows to ensure safety of region
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 3:56:40 PM IST
Affirming Indian Navy actions to secure the region from the threat posed by piracy and drone attacks, Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral R Hari Kumar said that the Indian Navy is very clear about its job and will take affirmative action to ensure there is safe ... read..


Jaishankar begins Singapore visit with homage to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, brave INA soldiers
Asia | March 23, 2024 3:56:39 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar kicked off his Singapore visit on Saturday by paying homage to Subhash Chandra Bose and the brave Indian National Army soldiers. ... read..


"Unacceptable, must end immediately": UN Secretary-General Guterres on Russian missile strikes on Ukraine
Kyiv | March 23, 2024 3:56:33 PM IST
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, "in the strongest terms", condemned the large-scale missile strikes by Russia on Ukraine, that have caused widespread destruction, and have reportedly killed and injured many civilians. ... read..


Completion of connecting fourth station in Barakah to UAE electricity network announced
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:28 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 23 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation announced the completion of the process of connecting the fourth station within the Barakah peaceful nuclear energy plants to the UAE's electricity grid. ... read..


11 people 'directly' involved in Crocus City Hall attack detained: Russian Security Service
Moscow | March 23, 2024 3:56:24 PM IST
The Russian intelligence agencies detained 11 people, including four 'terrorists', who they claimed were 'directly' involved in a terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall, TASS reported citing Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) statement on Saturday. ... read..


1,000 Sri Lankan workers to come to Israel in March
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:21 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 23 (ANI/TPS): The Director General of Israel's Population and Immigration Authority said that in the month of March about 1,000 workers from Sri Lanka are expected to land in Israel for work in its the agriculture sector, primaril ... read..


UAE: 21st edition of Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship held in Dubai
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:19 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 23 (ANI/WAM): The 21st edition of the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, held in the Dubai Trade Center, began today, Friday, with the participation of 205 horses from 15 countries competing in 14 categories, for financial ... read..


Maktoum bin Mohammed and Sheikhs visit Hisham Al Qasim Majlis in Dubai
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:15 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], March 23 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, visited the Council of His Excellency Hisham Abdullah Al Qassim, CEO of Wasl Asset Management G ... read..


Israel improving waste water management in expectation of population growth
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:13 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 23 (ANI/TPS): Israel's the Government Authority for Water and Sewerage, in collaboration with other relevant government ministries, has been working for the past two years on preparing a long-term plan for the treatment of wastewa ... read..


Hebron Hospital's senior surgeon arrested for supporting Hamas terrorism
Middle East | March 23, 2024 3:56:10 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 23 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested Dr Rashid al-Zaro, a senior surgeon at the Hebron hospital on suspicion of inciting terrorism and calling for the destruction of Israel. ... read..


27 Pakistanis, 30 Iranians rescued from total of 102 in anti-piracy operations: Indian Navy
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 2:56:50 PM IST
Over 100 people were rescued, including 27 from Pakistan and 30 Iranians, in different anti-piracy operations, the Indian Navy said in a press conference on Saturday. ... read..


Protesters call on UN to urge Pakistan to vacate PoK and Gilgit-Baltistan
Geneva | March 23, 2024 2:56:45 PM IST
Political activists from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit-Baltistan held a protest outside the United Nations in Geneva on Friday, demanding Pakistan vacate its forces from the occupied territories in accordance with the UN Security Council Reso ... read..


At UN, Maharaja Hari Singh's grandson hails Indian government's decision to abrogate Article 370
Geneva | March 23, 2024 2:56:30 PM IST
Senior BJP leader MK Ajatshatru Singh in his address to the United Nations hailed the Government of India's bold decision to abrogate Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..


"Blatant interference": India lodges strong protest with Germany over statement on Kejriwal arrest
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 1:57:26 PM IST
The Deputy Head of Mission of the German Embassy, George Enzweiler, called upon officials at the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday. ... read..


Taiwan declares TikTok a national security threat
Taipei | March 23, 2024 1:57:06 PM IST
Taiwan's Minister of Digital Affairs, Audrey Tang, has declared TikTok, the social media platform owned by a China-based company, as a significant national security threat, Central News agency Taiwan reported. ... read..


Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns to India after his two-day state visit to Bhutan
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 1:57:05 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in New Delhi on Saturday after wrapping up his two-day state visit to Bhutan. ... read..


Piracy has resurfaced as industry, Indian Navy to ensure it is prevented: Admiral R Hari Kumar
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 1:56:58 PM IST
Vowing further naval interventions to secure distressed shipping assets on the high seas, Navy Chief, Admiral R Hari Kumar on Saturday flagged concerns over the resurfacing of piracy as an 'industry' to gain from 'disorder in the region'. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Kathmandu celebrates 59th ITEC Day
Lumbini | March 23, 2024 1:56:52 PM IST
The Embassy of India in Kathmandu celebrated the 59th Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Day. ... read..


"Honoured by special gesture," says PM Modi as Bhutan King comes to see him off at airport
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 12:56:45 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck as he departed from the Himalayan country on Saturday after a two-day State visit. ... read..


Russian Embassy in India flies national flag at half-mast in solidarity with Moscow terror attack victims
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 12:56:32 PM IST
The Russian Embassy in India flew the Russian flag at half mast on Saturday following the tragic terrorist attack in Moscow, which claimed the lives of 60 people and left another 100 wounded. ... read..


Indian Navy concludes succesful Anti-Piracy Op, 35 Somali pirates handed to Mumbai Police
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 23, 2024 11:56:09 AM IST
As many as 35 Somali pirates, who were captured by the Indian Navy, were handed over to Mumbai Police on Saturday after due formalities of Customs and Immigration. ... read..


Indian Navy concludes successful Anti-Piracy Op, 35 Somali pirates handed to Mumbai Police
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 23, 2024 11:55:58 AM IST
As many as 35 Somali pirates, who were captured by the Indian Navy, were handed over to Mumbai Police on Saturday after due formalities of Customs and Immigration. ... read..


India-funded hospital in Bhutan a "shining example" of strong partnership between Delhi-Thimphu
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 11:55:50 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuk Mother and Child Hospital in Bhutan indicating the shining example of a strong partnership between the two countries in healthcare. ... read..


"Make sure you do what it takes to remain safe": Ex- PepsiCo CEO Indra Nooyi's advice to Indian students in US
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 10:56:33 AM IST
Amid a spike in recent incidents involving Indian students in the US, the former chairman and CEO of PepsiCo, Indra Nooyi, has advised Indian students to be cautious and said that it is up to them how they ensure their safety. ... read..


Two men indicted in connection with death of Indian migrant family on Canada-US border
Manitoba | March 23, 2024 10:56:29 AM IST
Two men have been indicted by US federal prosecutors in connection with the tragic death of an Indian migrant family over two years ago along the US-Canada border in Manitoba, CBC News reported. ... read..


Bhutan's Health Minister lauds India's Maitri initiative, says country was "fortunate" to receive 150,000 doses of vaccines during COVID
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 10:56:17 AM IST
Praising India's Maitri initiative, Bhutan's Health Minister Lyonpo Tandin Wangchuk, has said that the people of Bhutan were fortunate to receive 150,000 doses of vaccines from it during COVID-19. ... read..


PM Modi wraps his 2-day Bhutan visit, emplanes for New Delhi
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 10:56:13 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his two-day visit to Bhutan and emplaned for New Delhi on Saturday morning. ... read..


PM Modi condemns 'heinous terrorist' attack in Moscow as toll mounts to 60
New Delhi | March 23, 2024 9:56:10 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the terror attack inside a packed concert hall in Moscow on Saturday, calling it a 'heinous act' and expressing solidarity with the Russian government and its people. ... read..


Bhutan: PM Modi inaugurates Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 9:56:04 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital along with his Bhutanese counterpart, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, here on Saturday morning. ... read..


Bhutan: PM Modi inaugurates India-funded Mother and Child Hospital in Thimphu
Thimphu | March 23, 2024 9:56:00 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Gyaltsuen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck Mother and Child Hospital along with his Bhutanese counterpart, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, here on Saturday morning. ... read..


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