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UK: Curtain raiser event at Indian High Commission for leather footwear products show

London | October 19, 2023 11:48:28 PM IST

The High Commission of India hosted a curtain raiser event for the 'Indian Leather and Footwear Products Show' in association with the Council of Leather Exports (CLE) here. ... read..

India expresses disapproval of China's BRI, looks forward to constructively engage with Maldives administration

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 10:48:21 PM IST

India reaffirmed its stance against China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in the light of the Maldives' President-elect, Mohamed Muizzu, emphasising the significance of Beijing's prominent infrastructure programme in the progress of participating nations ... read..

India holds concern regarding dangers associated with weapons of mass destruction: Ruchira Kamboj at UN

New York | October 19, 2023 10:48:19 PM IST

Expressing concerns over the potential dangers associated with weapons of mass destruction (WMD), India at the United Nations General Assembly called for the strengthening of efforts through international cooperation to address the issue. ... read..

US envoy Garcetti travels in Delhi Metro, interacts with passengers

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 10:48:17 PM IST

US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Thursday travelled in the Delhi Metro and interacted with passengers on board. ... read..

Jamila al-Shanti, 1st woman in Hamas politburo reportedly killed in Israeli strike

Middle East | October 19, 2023 10:48:13 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 19 (ANI/TPS): Hamas-affiliated media reported on Thursday morning that Jamila al-Shanti, the first woman elected to the Hamas politburo was killed in an Israeli airstrike. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar chairs regional conference of ASEAN, East Asia envoys in Sinagapore

Jakarta | October 19, 2023 10:48:05 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday chaired the regional conference of ASEAN and East Asia Ambassadors in Singapore and discussions were held regarding the regional situation and its potential ramifications for India. ... read..

Pakistan: Islamabad HC grants protective bail to Nawaz Sharif in Avenfield, Al-Azizia cases

Islamabad | October 19, 2023 10:47:47 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court granted protective bail to Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif in the Avenfield and Al-Azizia cases until October 24, Dawn reported on Thursday. ... read..

Gilgit-Baltistan: Students' protest against KIU fee hike gets support from local leaders, activists

Gilgit | October 19, 2023 10:47:26 PM IST

The student protest against the fee hike at Karakoram International University (KIU) in Gilgit has snowballed into a public outrage against the Pakistan-backed administration. ... read..

Israel receives armoured vehicles from US amid war with Hamas

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 9:47:11 PM IST

Israel received a cargo plane carrying the initial shipment of armoured vehicles from the United States to replace the vehicles damaged during the war, the Israel Ministry of Defence informed on Thursday. ... read..

Jamila al-Shanti, first woman in Hamas Politburo killed in Israeli strike

Middle East | October 19, 2023 9:47:09 PM IST

Bhutan: Land Commission Secretariat receives equipment for National Spatial Data Infrastructure project

Thimphu | October 19, 2023 9:47:00 PM IST

The National Land Commission Secretariat (NLCS) of Bhutan received equipment from the Japan International Cooperation Agency to gather data for the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, NSDI in Thimphu, Bhutan Live reported on Thursday. ... read..

Conflict with Hamas "battle of entire civilised world": Israeli PM Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 8:47:02 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said the conflict with Hamas is a "battle of the entire civilised world" and "it is the world's darkest hour". ... read..

1200 Indians brought back from Israel under 'Operation Ajay': MEA

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 8:46:59 PM IST

Around 1200 Indian nationals including 18 Nepali nationals have been brought back from Israel under 'Operation Ajay' and more flights will be planned as per the requirements, the Ministry of External Affairs informed on Thursday. ... read..

PM Modi speaks to Palestinian President, reaffirms India's commitment to provide aid

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 8:46:55 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the President of Palestinian Authority Mahmoud Abbas on Thursday and expressed his condolences at the loss of lives at Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza. ... read..

Hamas terrorists may still be inside Israel

Middle East | October 19, 2023 8:46:51 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 19 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli military has not ruled out the possibility that Hamas terrorists who infiltrated the Jewish state during the devastating cross-border invasion on October 7 remain in the country. ... read..

International community must combat terrorism in all its forms: MEA on Israel-Hamas war

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 8:46:49 PM IST

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi on Thursday said India has strongly condemned the "horrific" terrorist attack on Israel and believes the international community must combat terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. ... read..

Nepal Deputy PM suffers heart attack during China visit, admitted to ICU

Kathmandu | October 19, 2023 8:46:44 PM IST

Nepal's Deputy Prime Minister Narayan Kaji Shrestha has been admitted to hospital after he suffered a heart attack during his visit to China on Thursday. ... read..

Kazakhstan: Republic Day celebrations to mark progress, journey to global prominence

Astana | October 19, 2023 7:47:26 PM IST

Kazakhstan will celebrate its Republic Day on October 25, which will mark a day of unique significance, as it marks the pivotal moment in 1991 when Kazakhstan declared its sovereignty, informed a press release by the Embassy of Kazakhstan. ... read..

"We are open for business": Israel's economy minister says economic boom coming once Hamas war ends

By Ashoke Raj

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 7:47:03 PM IST

Amid the ongoing counter-offensive against Hamas after the October 7 terror attacks, Israel's Minister of Economy and Industry, Nir Barkat, underlined his country's economic resilience and determination to forge ahead, saying that the economy will "boom" ... read..

Israel opens new hotline for Arabs amid crisis

Middle East | October 19, 2023 6:50:39 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 19 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Authority for Economic Development in Minority Sectors at the Ministry of Social Equality has launched an emergency hotline for information and support to Israel's Arab communities with the aim of helping ... read..

Youth in PoK hit the streets in protest against inflation, unemployment

Muzaffarabad | October 19, 2023 6:50:26 PM IST

Despite the heavy rain, a large number of students in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) took to the streets to voice their concerns against injustice, inflation, high unemployment rates and extremism. ... read..

Poet-diplomat Abhay K publishes next set of illustrated poems titled 'Celestial'

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 6:50:11 PM IST

Award-winning poet, writer and Indian diplomat, Abhay K has published another set of poems titled 'Celestial', informed a press release on Thursday. ... read..

Volunteers serve soldiers through open kitchens, salons in war zone near Gaza border

By Ashoke Raj

Reim | October 19, 2023 6:50:06 PM IST

The horrific attack on Israel, by the terror group Hamas led to the shut down of all gas stations, restaurants, including the kosher McDonald's across the country, however, it was not able to dampen the Israeli spirit of unity and assistance. ... read..

UK supports Israel's right "to go after Hamas": British PM Sunak

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 6:49:50 PM IST

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Thursday said the UK supports Israel's right to defend itself in line with international law and to fight against Hamas after the terror group launched attack on Tel Aviv on October 7. ... read..

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds private meeting with his British counterpart Rishi Sunak

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 5:48:38 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday held a private meeting with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at his office in Jerusalem. ... read..

International Buddhist Confederation to celebrate International Abhidhamma Divas on Oct 28

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 5:48:32 PM IST

The International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) will celebrate International Abhidhamma Divas on the auspicious occasion of Sharada Purnima, the full moon day, on October 28, 2023, a press release said. ... read..

Bhutan monks delegation on 6-day Ladakh visit to strengthen cultural, spiritual ties

Ladakh | October 19, 2023 5:48:07 PM IST

A delegation of senior monks from the Central Monastic Body of Bhutan are on a six-day visit to Ladakh to strengthen age-old connections, explore new avenues of friendship and expand historical ties. ... read..

Sergey Lavrov meets Kim Jong Un in North Korea

Pyongyang | October 19, 2023 4:49:16 PM IST

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Thursday met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Pyongyang. ... read..

Bhutan monks delegation on Ladakh visit to offer prayers in monasteries

Ladakh | October 19, 2023 4:49:01 PM IST

A delegation of senior monks from the Central Monastic Body of Bhutan arrived in Ladakh to visit Leh Palace and several monasteries including Thiksey, Hemis and Stagna, said a press statement from the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) on Thursday ... read..

ERC inaugurates green zone at Emirati-Jordanian refugee camp in Mraijib Al Fhood

Asia | October 19, 2023 3:49:03 PM IST

Mraijib Al Fhood [UAE], October 19 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has inaugurated the green zone at the Emirati-Jordanian refugee camp in Mraijib Al Fhood. ... read..

Emirati team in Chad provides medical supplies, equipment to Amdjarass provincial hospital

Asia | October 19, 2023 3:48:59 PM IST

Amdjarass [UAE], October 19 (ANI/WAM): The Emirati humanitarian team in Amdjarass, Chad, has provided medical devices, intensive care equipment, and solar-powered lighting systems to support Amdjarass provincial hospital. ... read..

"I'm so proud to stand with our Hindu community"; says New York Mayor as he celebrates Diwali in hometown

New York | October 19, 2023 3:48:57 PM IST

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said that Diwali is a day to push away the darkness (evils) and bring light to your surroundings as he participated in the Diwali celebration at the People's House on Wednesday. ... read..

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov vists North Korea's Liberation Monument, lays flowers

Pyongyang | October 19, 2023 2:48:56 PM IST

Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov on Thursday attended a solemn ceremony in North Korea's Pyongyang where he laid flowers at the monuments of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, as well as at the Liberation Monument, said Russian Ministry of Foreign Affair ... read..

Bhutan: National Council adopts Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Thimphu | October 19, 2023 2:48:46 PM IST

Bhutan's National Council adopted the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the Bay of Bengal initiative for multi-sectoral technical and economic cooperation charter, The Bhutan Live reported on Thursday. ... read..

"UK and I stand with you": PM Rishi Sunak assures support to Israel as he lands in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 2:48:44 PM IST

The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak on arriving war-torn Israel said that his visit was aimed at expressing solidarity and support with the Israeli people. ... read..

FAB announces net profit of AED12.4 billion in first 9 months of 2023

Asia | October 19, 2023 2:48:39 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 19 (ANI/WAM): First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) has achieved record performance in the first nine months of 2023, reporting that net profit for the period reached AED12.4 billion, up 58% year-on-year on an underlying basis (excluding Mag ... read..

Pakistan: Four samples collected from four cities tests positive for Wild Poliovirus 1

Islamabad | October 19, 2023 1:48:37 PM IST

The four environmental samples collected from four different cities of Pakistan have tested positive for Wild Poliovirus 1 (WPV1), ARY News reported on Thursday quoting a health department official. ... read..

Bhutan: Pema Gatshel residents now get healthcare services almost at their doorsteps

Thimphu | October 19, 2023 1:48:19 PM IST

The residents of Bhutan's Shumar Gewog in Pema Gatshel district now have basic healthcare services almost at their doorsteps as an old milk processing unit, that remained closed at Yalang village, has been turned into a health clinic to ease access to med ... read..

Russia sends 27 tonnes humanitarian aid to Gaza amid Israel-Hamas war

Moscow | October 19, 2023 1:48:17 PM IST

Russia has sent 27 tons of humanitarian aid for civilians in the Gaza Strip to be transported from Egypt, the country's foreign ministry said on Thursday. ... read..

Israel deploys hundreds of tanks, soldiers on Gaza border as "ground offensive" looms

By Ashoke Raj

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 1:47:57 PM IST

As a "ground offensive" of the besieged Gaza Strip loomed, hundreds of Israeli tanks were deployed near the border in south Israel on Thursday, waiting for the all-clear from the country's political establishment and the military top brass. ... read..

Families of hostages slam Israel's decision to allow aid to Gaza via Egypt

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 12:48:49 PM IST

As Egyptian President Al-Sisi, the US and Israel agreed to allow humanitarian aid to transfer into the Gaza territory via Egypt, family members of the Israelis being held captive by the Hamas terror group expressed anger on the decision, The Times of Isra ... read..

The Democracy Forum holds webinar on 'Bangladesh's path of global growth'

Dhaka | October 19, 2023 12:48:23 PM IST

A virtual seminar of The Democracy Forum was conducted on the theme of 'Bangladesh's path of global growth' and the panel of experts discussed the impressive development of the nation, as well as considered future prospects and challenges to further growt ... read..

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak lands in Tel Aviv amid ongoing Israel-Hamas war

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 12:48:21 PM IST

Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak landed in Tel Aviv on Thursday to meet the Israeli top leaders and express solidarity with the war-torn country. ... read..

"Hamas does not represent Palestinian people"; says US Vice President Kamala Harris

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 11:48:23 AM IST

Voicing concern for the civilian population of Palestine, US Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday expressed her support for their freedom and self-determination and said that Hamas does not represent the rights of Palestinians. ... read..

US Capitol police arrests demonstrators gathered urging ceasefire in Gaza

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 10:48:02 AM IST

US Capitol police arrested scores of demonstrators inside the building who had gathered on the National Mall urging the Biden administration to call for a "ceasefire now" amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. ... read..

Union Minister Muraleedharan visits historic Shiva temple in Oman

Muscat | October 19, 2023 10:47:50 AM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharam visited the historic Shiva temple in Muscat on Thursday and offered prayers for lasting friendship between India and Oman. ... read..

"What I don't see are bodies": Israel refutes claim of civilian deaths in Gaza Hospital explosion

Tel Aviv | October 19, 2023 9:51:28 AM IST

Israel Defence Force (IDF) on Thursday refuted claims made by the Palestinian side that Israel was behind the bomb explosion at the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza. The IDF also poked holes in the claims made by Hamas that several people had been killed ... read..

US Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib accuses Biden admin of 'genocide' on Palestinians

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 9:51:21 AM IST

US lawmaker Rashida Tlaib has accused the Joe Biden administration of funding a "genocide" against Palestinians and put the onus on Israeli military for bombing a hospital in Gaza, Fox News reported. ... read..

White House hosts Quad Investor Network for inaugural Quad Investment and Technology Dialogue

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 9:51:19 AM IST

The Quad Investor Network (QUIN), launched to foster co-investment in critical and emerging technologies across the Quad countries was held in the US, said a press statement from the White House. ... read..

India, France hold Military Sub Committee meeting in New Delhi

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 8:47:54 AM IST

India's Air Vice Marshal, Assistant Chief of Integrated Staff, (Military Cooperation), Ashish Vohra co-chaired the two-day 21st edition of the India-France Military Sub Committee (MSC) meeting at the Air Force Station here in the national capital, the Min ... read..

US President Biden speaks with Egypt's al Sisi, discusses humanitarian aid for Gaza

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 7:46:59 AM IST

US President Joe Biden spoke with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Wednesday and discussed ongoing coordination to deliver humanitarian assistance to Gaza and mechanisms to ensure the aid is distributed for the benefit of the civilian popu ... read..

Egypt has agreed to open Rafah crossing to allow aid trucks into Gaza: Biden

Berlin | October 19, 2023 7:46:51 AM IST

Egypt's President Al-Sisi has agreed to open the Rafah border crossing to allow roughly 20 trucks to provide humanitarian aid into Gaza, US President Joe Biden said. ... read..

India's development assistance to Mongolia

New Delhi | October 19, 2023 7:46:47 AM IST

The India-Mongolia partnership achieved a new milestone with the launch of construction of Mongolia's first oil refinery in a remote corner of the Gobi desert in June 2018. ... read..

Israel opens new hotline for Arabs needing help with ongoing crisis

Middle East | October 19, 2023 7:46:45 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 19 (ANI/TPS): The Authority for Economic Development in Minority Sectors at the Ministry of Social Equality launched an emergency hotline for information and support in Israel's Arab communities with the aim of helping the local ... read..

Israel lets Gaza area potato farmers get back to work

Middle East | October 19, 2023 7:46:43 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 19 (ANI/TPS): In order to allow for the continuation of agricultural work in the south of Israel, as well as to prevent future harm to the farmers in the areas surrounding Gaza, Israel's Ministry of Agriculture allowed the sowin ... read..

Amid conflict, UK PM Rishi Sunak to visit Israel today

London | October 19, 2023 6:47:07 AM IST

The Prime Minister of the United KIngdom, Rishi Sunak is set to embark on a visit to Israel later on Thursday, where he will meet with the top leaders to discuss the country's ongoing war with Hamas, and express solidarity, Reuters reported citing the UK ... read..

'Killing more Palestinians will never make Israel more secure': Palestine's UN Ambassador

New York | October 19, 2023 6:47:04 AM IST

Palestine's Ambassador to the United Nations, Riyan Mansour, has slammed Israel, stating that killing more Palestinians will never make Israel more secure as he held the country responsible for the occupation of their land. ... read..

Pro-Palestinian groups hold protest in Chicago amid conflict with Israel

Chicago | October 19, 2023 6:47:02 AM IST

Several pro-Palestinian groups held an 'emergency protest' in Chicago on Wednesday amid the ongoing conflict with Israel, Reuters reported. ... read..

Demonstrators gather at US Capitol, urging ceasefire in Gaza

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington, DC | October 19, 2023 5:46:57 AM IST

Public access to the Capitol complex has been restricted after a sizable number of demonstrators calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas disrupted one of the House office buildings, ANI has learned from a source inside the Capitol Hill building. ... read..

Israeli envoy labels Hamas as 'terror organization like no other', describes attack as larger than 9/11

New York | October 19, 2023 4:48:24 AM IST

Labelling Hamas as a terror organisation like 'no other,' Israel's permanent representative to the United Nations, Gilad Erdan, has said that the attack carried out was "barbaric and a widescale terror attack in decades, even bigger than 9/11." ... read..

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution on 'humanitarian pauses' in Israel-Hamas war

New York | October 19, 2023 3:47:15 AM IST

The draft resolution on the Israel-Hamas war was not adopted on Wednesday after the United States vetoed the council's call that would have asked for "humanitarian pauses" to deliver lifesaving aid to millions in Gaza. ... read..

Muraleedharan, Oman's Economy minister discusses key aspects of bilateral economic ties

Muscat | October 19, 2023 1:48:09 AM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs V Muraleedharan on Wednesday held a meeting with Oman's Minister of Economy Said Al Saqri and discussed key aspects of economic relations between the two countries. ... read..

Sarah Al Amiri leads UAE delegation to Switzerland, discusses science diplomacy, quantum technologies

Middle East | October 18, 2023 11:48:10 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 18 (ANI/WAM): Sarah Al Amiri, UAE Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology and Chairwoman of Emirates Schools Establishment, led a UAE delegation to the Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipation Summit (GESDA ... read..

Berlin synagogue attacked with Molotov cocktails

Berlin | October 18, 2023 11:48:08 PM IST

A Berlin synagogue was attacked with Molotov cocktails early on Wednesday. The incident is now being investigated by German security agencies, CNN reported. ... read..

Pokhara Airport may become Nepal's Hambantota: Expert calls for stern govt action

Kathmandu | October 18, 2023 11:48:02 PM IST

Nepal's newly inaugurated Pokhara International Airport built with Chinese help has come under scrutiny and a foreign policy expert called for stern government actions before it turns out to be Nepal's Hambantota. ... read..

UNCTAD World Investment Forum plays pivotal role in assisting decision-makers: CEO Abu Dhabi Chamber

Middle East | October 18, 2023 11:47:46 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 18 (ANI/WAM): Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi, CEO of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, emphasised that the UNCTAD World Investment Forum 2023 plays a pivotal role in assisting decision-makers, policymakers, and stakeholder ... read..

US President Joe Biden compares Hamas attack to "fifteen 9/11s" for a nation the size of Israel

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 11:47:44 PM IST

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday compared the Hamas attack to "fifteen 9/11s" for a nation the size of Israel while retreating that America stood with Israelis and their demand for justice. ... read..

Abdullah bin Zayed, Portuguese FM discuss ways to reduce escalation in region, deliver humanitarian aid to civilians

Middle East | October 18, 2023 11:47:43 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 18 (ANI/WAM): UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Portugal counterpart Joao Gomes Cravinho discussed, over the phone, ways to calm the situation in the region and enhance the humanitarian response to c ... read..

US President Biden announces USD 100 million in humanitarian aid for Gaza, West Bank

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 10:47:46 PM IST

US President Joe Biden, who is on a visit to Israel amid the Israel-Hamas war, has announced humanitarian assistance for both Gaza and the West Bank worth USD 100 million following the deadly airstrike in Gaza, Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority highlights its system for automatic change of circumstance system

Middle East | October 18, 2023 10:47:44 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 18 (ANI/WAM): During the GITEX Global 2023 exhibition, held from October 16 to 20, 2023, and participating under the umbrella of the Abu Dhabi government, the Abu Dhabi Social Support Authority (ADSSA) highlighted the Automatic Ch ... read..

"I want you to know you are not alone": Biden reassures Israel amid Hamas terror attack

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 9:46:19 PM IST

US President Joe Biden reassured Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of the United States' unwavering support for Israel. He emphasized the commitment to stand by Israel as it defends its citizens, particularly in the face of recent terrorist attac ... read..

MeitY enters into partnership with IBM in AI, semiconductors

New Delhi | October 18, 2023 9:46:17 PM IST

The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) and IBM entered into a partnership to collaborate in quantum, AI and semiconductors to shape the future. ... read..

Pakistan army extends "diplomatic, moral and political support" to Palestinians amid Israel-Hamas war

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 9:46:03 PM IST

Amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Pakistan's top military brass Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Wednesday extended "diplomatic, moral and political support of the Pakistani nation" to Palestinians, reported The Express Tribune. ... read..

Israel President Herzog meets with US President Biden in Tel Aviv

Middle East | October 18, 2023 9:46:01 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 18 (ANI/TPS): Israel's President Isaac Herzog on Wednesday met with the visiting US President Joe Biden in Tel Aviv. ... read..

Pakistan: Hindu girl abducted, forcibly married in Sindh

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 8:46:53 PM IST

A Hindu girl identified as Rajita Kolhi was kidnapped and forcibly married to her abductors in the Mirpurkhas area of Pakistan's Sindh province. ... read..

Sumit Seth accredited as India's next envoy to Costa Rica

New Delhi | October 18, 2023 8:46:42 PM IST

Sumit Seth, an Indian Foreign Service officer of the 2005 batch, has been concurrently accredited as India's next Ambassador to Costa Rica, as per a release issued by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..

Israelis advised to 'immediately' leave Turkey amid anti-war demonstrations

Middle East | October 18, 2023 7:47:56 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 18 (ANI/TPS): Amidst Israel's war with Hamas and rising Arab terror threats abroad, Israel's National Security Council issued new warnings on Wednesday against citizens travelling to Arab countries, singling out Turkey as the gr ... read..

"Iran doing everything to make sure Israelis, Jews die...": Israel's Deputy head of mission to India

New Delhi | October 18, 2023 7:47:49 PM IST

Israel's Deputy head of mission to India, Ohad Nakash Kaynar on Wednesday accused Iran of orchestrating Hamas attack on the Jewish nation. ... read..

UN Security Council to hold emergency session after Gaza hospital blast

Middle East | October 18, 2023 7:47:43 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 18 (ANI/TPS): The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to hold an emergency session on Wednesday following an explosion at a Gaza hospital that has set the Middle East on edge. ... read..

Pakistan: IHC issues notices to NAB on Nawaz's pleas seeking protective bail in Avenfield, Al-Azizia cases

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 7:47:39 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Wednesday issued notices to the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) on two petitions filed by Pakistan Muslim League (N) (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif seeking protective bail in the Avenfield and Al-Azizia cases, Dawn rep ... read..

Israeli produce near Lebanese border risks rotting on trees

Middle East | October 18, 2023 7:47:32 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 18 (ANI/TPS): Produce growing in areas near the Lebanese border risks going to waste during the war if no solutions are found, warned Amir Bakr, CEO of 'Avocado Gal' at the 'Galilee Development Company. ... read..

US President Joe Biden admires "courage, bravery" of Israelis amid Hamas attack

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 7:47:22 PM IST

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday reiterated his country's support to Israel amid the ongoing war with Hamas and admired the courage, commitment, and bravery of Israelis, as per The Times of Israel. ... read..

Pakistan NGOs ready to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 7:47:10 PM IST

Non-governmental organisations in Pakistan are ready to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians, but they cite blockade and logistical issues as key challenges, Dawn reported. ... read..

Jaishankar hails India-Vietnam strategic ties, calls it a "source of security, stability"

Ho Chi Minh | October 18, 2023 6:47:07 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hailed India-Vietnam strategic ties and called it a "source of security, stability and progress in the region," while reaffirming the long maritime tradition between the two nations. ... read..

"Wait for the facts...": UK Foreign Secy Cleverly on Gaza hospital explosion

London | October 18, 2023 6:47:03 PM IST

While condemning the attack on Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza which claimed the lives of hundreds of people UK's Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Wednesday suggested that the international community should wait for the facts to come out before jumping to con ... read..

Israel bans private flights, civilian drones due to war

Middle East | October 18, 2023 6:46:42 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 18 (ANI/TPS): Due to the war situation, Israeli authorities have banned private flights and the use of civilian drones, Israel's Civil Aviation Authority and Transportation Ministry announced on Wednesday morning. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan gets permission to hold telephonic conversation with his sons

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 6:46:30 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan on Wednesday got permission to hold a telephonic conversation with his sons, Qasim and Suleiman, from the court conducting the trial in the cypher case, The Express Tribune newspaper reported. ... read..

US will ensure Israel has what it needs to defend itself Biden to Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 4:48:41 PM IST

United States President Joe Biden who arrived on Wednesday on an official visit to Tel Aviv backed Israel's claim that the strike on a hospital in Gaza hospital seemed to have been carried out by the "other team" in reference to Palestine terror group Ham ... read..

IDF releases critical Technical Intel evidence of Islamic Jihad hand in Gaza Hospital explosion

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 4:48:31 PM IST

The Israel Defence force today released what they claimed was technical evidence to prove that the explosion at the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital was due to a rocket misfired by the Islamic Jihad terror group. ... read..

Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks US President Joe Biden for 'unequivocal' support against Hamas

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 3:46:37 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday appreciated US President Joe Biden's "unequivocal" support to his country which was in a war with Hamas noting that "unprecedented" level of cooperation between two countries. ... read..

UN Special Rapporteur urges release of Chinese human rights defender Guo Feixiong

Geneva | October 18, 2023 3:46:35 PM IST

UN Special Rapporteur, Mary Lawlor on Wednesday said that the Chinese authorities can no longer ignore calls for the release of human rights defender Guo Feixiong, whose health has been seriously deteriorating in prison. ... read..

IDF releases critical Technical Intel evidence of Hamas hand in Gaza Hospital explosion

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 2:46:46 PM IST

The Israel Defence force today released what they claimed was technical evidence to prove that the explosion at the Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital was due to a Hamas rocket misfire. ... read..

US President Joe Biden arrives in Tel Aviv as Israel-Hamas war enters 12th day

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 2:46:41 PM IST

US President Joe Biden arrived in Tel Aviv on Wednesday to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and show support to its Middle Eastern ally as Israel entered into the 12th day of war against the Hamas terror group. ... read..

Putin, Xi Jinping gather for family photo at "One Belt, One Road" forum in China

Beijing | October 18, 2023 2:46:33 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping posed for a family photograph ceremony at the 3rd International Forum "One Belt, One Road" on Wednesday. ... read..

US President Joe Biden arrives in Tel Aviv as Israel-Hamas war enters Day 12

Tel Aviv | October 18, 2023 2:46:10 PM IST

Deeply shocked, civilian deaths concerning: PM Modi after explosion at Gaza hospital

New Delhi | October 18, 2023 2:46:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday condoled the loss of lives in an explosion at a hospital in Gaza, saying he was "deeply shocked" by the incident. ... read..

Pakistan: PIA cancels flights over non-payment of dues to fuel supplier

Islamabad | October 18, 2023 1:49:04 PM IST

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) faced fresh turbulence as its domestic flight operations were disrupted on account of non-payment of dues, leading to a complete halt in the supply of aviation turbine fuel to the carrier, the Dawn reported. ... read..

Amid Israel-Hamas war, US warns citizens not to travel to Lebanon

Washington, DC | October 18, 2023 12:48:34 PM IST

The US State Department has updated its travel advisory for Lebanon to "do not travel" citing an "unpredictable security situation" amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah on the Lebanon border. ... read..

"They tried to hit our children, but hit their own children": Israeli envoy to India on Gaza Hospital attack

New Delhi | October 18, 2023 12:48:30 PM IST

Israeli Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon on Wednesday said that the Hamas terror group is afraid of the Israel Defence Forces and is putting pressure on them to prevent any further action on Hamas. ... read..

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