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"Today I've seen a glimpse of what millions experience every day": UK Foreign Secy Cleverly

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

UK's Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Wednesday shared the harrowing experience of taking shelter when he was forced to run for cover amid rocket fire during a visit to southern Israel. ... read..

India, Sri Lanka launch logo celebrating 75 Years of diplomatic ties

Colombo | October 12, 2023 12:16:14 AM IST

Celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relationship with each other, India and Sri Lanka launched a logo earlier today. ... read..

UAE Barakah Exercise 2023 commences in Abu Dhabi

Middle East | October 12, 2023 12:15:57 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Barakah Exercise 2023, which is hosted by the UAE and will go on for two days, has commenced in Abu Dhabi, aiming to continue enhancing the efficiency of the national ecosystem to respond to emergency inciden ... read..

Aerial Incursion from Lebanon Was False Alarm: IDF

Middle East | October 12, 2023 12:15:55 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 11 (ANI/TPS): Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesman Daniel Hagari just told the Israeli public that the alarm that sounded in the north of Israel was definitely a false alarm. ... read..

Nepal to bring its 250 nationals from Israel, repatriation of student bodies to take time

Kathmandu | October 12, 2023 12:15:50 AM IST

In the first round of evacuation from Israel, Nepal has planned to evacuate a total of 250 nationals from Israel while the bodies of 10 Nepali students killed will be repatriated later, the Foreign Ministry announced on Wednesday. ... read..

UAE President receives phone call from Netherlands PM

Middle East | October 12, 2023 12:15:48 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, in which they discussed bilateral strategic cooperation and ways to enhance it for the ... read..

IDF on high alert since Saturday to restore safety, security in Israel: Retired IDF Lieutenant Colonel

Jerusalem | October 12, 2023 12:15:45 AM IST

Retired Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Lieutenant Colonel Peter Lerner has said the IDF has been on a state of high alert since Saturday in order to restore safety, security to the country and to embark on an operation to degrade and destroy Hamas's capabili ... read..

Netanyahu speaks with US President Biden again amid ongoing war with Hamas, thanks him for support

Tel Aviv | October 12, 2023 12:15:35 AM IST

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (local time) spoke with US President Joe Biden again amid the ongoing war with Hamas, and thanked the leader for his "unequivocal" support to the nation. ... read..

Pakistan: Govt employees launch sit-in against pension regulations in Lahore

Lahore | October 11, 2023 11:16:48 PM IST

The All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA) have started a sit-in outside the Civil Secretariat in Lahore in protest of the proposed sale of public schools, changes to pension rules, and a halt to leave encashment, Dawn reported. ... read..

Punjab Agricultural University introduces 'PBW1Chapati'

Ludhiana (Punjab) | October 11, 2023 10:18:25 PM IST

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) in Ludhiana has introduced 'PBW1Chapati,' a wheat variety specifically designed to revolutionize chapati-making, Khalsa Vox reported. ... read..

Rajnath Singh meets CEOs of top French defence companies in Paris

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 10:18:07 PM IST

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday met with the CEOs of the top French defence companies with a focus on their plans for collaboration with India in France. ... read..

UK Foreign Secy James Cleverly runs for cover amid rocket fire during Israel visit

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 10:17:51 PM IST

UK's Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Wednesday was forced to run for cover amid rocket fire during a visit to southern Israel, Sky News reported. ... read..

Pakistan HC puts former army chief, his spymaster on notice

Islamabad | October 11, 2023 9:19:05 PM IST

Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Aamer Farooq on Monday issued notices to former army chief Qamar Javed Bajwa, ex-spymaster Faiz Hamid and two journalists, in response to a petition seeking legal proceedings for allegedly flouting the Official Sec ... read..

Israeli volunteers rush to help families and soldiers amid war against Hamas in Sderot

By Ashoke Raj

Sderot | October 11, 2023 9:19:02 PM IST

Israeli volunteers have rushed to help families and soldiers in Israel who have been severely affected by the Hamas attacks by providing assistance and distributing goods in Sderot. ... read..

Pune's Jewish community worried about safety of relatives, families in Israel

Pune (Maharashtra) | October 11, 2023 9:19:00 PM IST

Members of the Bene Israel community staying in Pune are concerned about the safety of their relatives and family members in Israel amidst the ongoing war against Hamas. ... read..

Union Cabinet approves MoU between India, Papua New Guinea in digital solutions

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 9:18:46 PM IST

The Memorandum of Understanding was approved between the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology of India and the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology of Papua New Guinea on cooperation in the field of sharing successful digita ... read..

Pakistan: JUI-F chief criticises Pakistan's ongoing crackdown against Afghans

Islamabad | October 11, 2023 9:18:41 PM IST

Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has strongly criticised Pakistan's ongoing crackdown against Afghans, The Express Tribune newspaper reported. ... read..

Union Cabinet approves MoU between India, France in field of digital technology

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 8:18:16 PM IST

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and France on cooperation in the field of digital technologies. ... read..

"Hamas is worse than ISIS," says Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 8:17:41 PM IST

Sharing a picture of the barbaric killings carried out by the terrorist group Hamas, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday, in a post on social media platform X, said that Hamas is worse than ISIS. ... read..

"Middle East needs peace built on dialogue, courage of fraternity": Pope Francis on Israel-Hamas war

Vatican City | October 11, 2023 8:17:22 PM IST

Referring to the Hamas attack on Israel, Pope Francis called for peace and dialogue saying that terrorism, extremism do not help in resolving a conflict. ... read..

US, allies warn Hezbollah against escalating Israel-Hamas war

Washington DC | October 11, 2023 8:16:56 PM IST

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has been cautioned by the United States and its allies against escalating the conflict in Israel. This comes after the deployment of US military assets to prevent a potential widening of the war, multiple US officials ... read..

Gaza power plant ceases operation after running out of fuel

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 8:16:14 PM IST

The power plant in the Gaza Strip ceased operations on Wednesday afternoon after running out of fuel, the Gaza Energy Authority announced, The Jerusalem Post reported. ... read..

MEA sets up 24-hour control room in view of Israel-Palestine conflict

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 6:18:06 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has set up a 24-hour control room in view of the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. The control room will help monitor the situation and provide information and assistance. ... read..

India's commitment to IORA rooted in principles of peaceful coexistence, regional collaboration: EAM Jaishanakar

Colombo | October 11, 2023 6:17:58 PM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar has said India's commitment to the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) is deeply rooted in the principles of peaceful coexistence, shared prosperity, and regional collaboration. ... read..

Pak court give another month to govt to file report on 'Missing Baloch students' case

Islamabad | October 11, 2023 6:17:45 PM IST

The federal government was given an extra month by the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday to submit a report on putting an inquiry commission's recommendations into practice with regard to the issue of missing Baloch students, The News International re ... read..

"Monitoring the situation closely": Envoy Sanjeev Singla to members of Indian community in Israel

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 6:17:37 PM IST

In a message to the Indian diaspora residing in Israel, the Indian Ambassador to the war-torn country, Sanjeev Singla has said that the situation is being monitored "very closely" and that the embassy is working round the clock to keep the Indian national ... read..

India will work with member states to strengthen institutional, financial and legal framework of IORA: Jaishankar

Colombo | October 11, 2023 5:17:17 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India's priorities as Vice Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association will continue to develop an Indian Ocean community that is stable and prosperous, strong and resilient. ... read..

Israel Defense Forces carries out drone strike against Hezbollah post in southern Lebanon

Asia | October 11, 2023 5:16:24 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 11 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has said it carried out a drone strike against a Hezbollah post in southern Lebanon in response to an anti-tank guided missile attack on an army post on the border, which was claimed ... read..

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy launches mobile application development courses for Emiratis

Middle East | October 11, 2023 5:15:46 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under Dubai Chambers, has launched the foundational phase of the Emirati Training Academy. ... read..

Indian Embassy sets up 24-hour helpline desk amid Israel-Gaza war, asks Indian nationals to stay vigilant

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 5:15:43 PM IST

As the war between Israel and Hamas grows intense, the Indian Embassy in Israel has set up a 24-hour helpline desk for the citizens stranded there and has asked them to follow the security advisories. ... read..

Israel carrying out strikes in Lebanon after anti-tank missile fire: IDF

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 4:17:52 PM IST

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) on Wednesday said it was carrying out strikes in Lebanon in retaliation to the attack on its border with anti-tank guided missiles, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Nepal: Diplomat hands over school built with Indian assistance in Kathmandu

Kathmandu | October 11, 2023 4:17:13 PM IST

Deputy Chief of Mission at the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu, Prasanna Shrivastava, on Wednesday handed over the building of Mahendra Rashtriya Secondary School here to the local authorities. ... read..

Nepal to send aircraft to evacuate its citizens from Israel

Kathmandu | October 11, 2023 4:17:11 PM IST

Nepal will be sending flights from its flagship carrier -- Nepal Airlines -- on Wednesday evening to Israel to evacuate its citizens from Israel, who have been stranded since terrorist outfit Hamas launched 'surprise attacks on Saturday. ... read..

Palestinian UN envoy accuses Israel of 'genocidal' campaign against Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 4:16:38 PM IST

Palestinian envoy to the U.N. Riyad Mansour wrote in a letter to the U.N. Security Council on Tuesday and said that the Israel has declared an all-out war on the Palestinian people, ratcheting up its long-running campaign of violence and State terror agai ... read..

UAE participates in 25th Ministerial Meeting of Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Equatorial Guinea

Others | October 11, 2023 4:16:36 PM IST

Malabo [Equatorial Guinea], October 11 (ANI/WAM): Ahmed Al Kaabi, Assistant Undersecretary for Electricity, Water, and Future Energy Sector at the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, led the UAE delegation at the 25th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas ... read..

Israel-Hamas Conflict: Nearly 1,000 people killed, 5000 others injured in Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 3:17:47 PM IST

Nearly 1,000 people have been killed and 5,000 others have been injured in Gaza after Israel launched a strong retaliation after the 'surprise attack' by Hamas, CNN reported citing Gaza Health Ministry. ... read..

"While we were sleeping, a rocket was dropped.."; Israeli citizen narrates devastating scenes of Hamas attack

By Ashoke Raj

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 3:17:28 PM IST

As the Israel-Hamas conflict intensifies it continues to wreak havoc on the lives of Israeli citizens, a lot of whom lost their houses in the barbaric rocket attack by Hamas. The residents of Yahuda Halevi in the South Israel are among those who suffered ... read..

BEEAH launches 'Future Leadership Programme'

Asia | October 11, 2023 3:17:13 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): BEEAH Education, the pioneering environmental education and awarding organisation dedicated to fostering sustainability, has announced the launch of the BEEAH Future Leadership Programme. ... read..

UAE Foreign Minister, Greek counterpart discuss ties

Asia | October 11, 2023 3:17:08 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, has received George Gerapetritis, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece. ... read..

Ajman Ruler receives Consul-General of Qatar

Asia | October 11, 2023 3:17:03 PM IST

Ajman [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, today received Saeed bin Ali Al Hajri, Consul-General of the State of Qatar in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, who came to pay a courtesy vi ... read..

"We need to destroy Hamas"; Israeli Consul General to South India

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | October 11, 2023 2:17:49 PM IST

The Consul General of Israel to South India, Tammy Ben-Haim said on Wednesday that her country's main priority at present is to stop the ongoing situation with Hamas and make sure that Hamas won't try the same in future. ... read..

"We need to destroy Hamas"; says Israeli Consul General to South India

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | October 11, 2023 2:17:44 PM IST

India will continue contributing to safety and security in Indian Ocean region: S Jaishankar

Colombo | October 11, 2023 2:17:29 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India will continue its approach of contributing to build capacity, secure safety and security in the Indian Ocean Region, including as first responder and a net security provider. ... read..

Turkey ready for any kind of mediation: Turkish President Erdogan on Israel-Hamas conflict

Ankara | October 11, 2023 1:21:14 PM IST

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has offered to mediate in the Hamas-Israel conflict. He said that Turkey continues to step up its diplomatic efforts, Turkey-based Anadolu Agency reported. ... read..

"India's G20 marked a historic Milestone"; says UNGA President Dennis Francis

New York | October 11, 2023 12:18:13 PM IST

United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President, Dennis Francis on Wednesday appreciated India's G20 presidency this year and said that India under its leadership has reminded the countries of their responsibility to save the world. ... read..

G20 Summit showcased India's commitment to fostering global togetherness: Ruchira Kamboj

New York | October 11, 2023 12:18:06 PM IST

India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, on Tuesday (local time) said that the G20 Summit held in New Delhi showcased the country's commitment to "fostering a sense of global togetherness." ... read..

"We are moving to full offence, Gaza will never go back to what it was": Israeli Defence Minister

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 11:16:43 AM IST

Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Tuesday said the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) is moving to "full offence" against Hamas targets as the counter-offensive in the wake of the terror attacks rages on, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Hamas won't have military capabilities after war says Israeli Army

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 11:16:27 AM IST

The Israel Defence Force (IDF) spokesperson Lieutenant Col. Jonathan Conricus said on Wednesday that 1200 Israelis were killed and more than 2,700 wounded and emphasised that the Israeli soldiers are ready to execute mission in Gaza. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 jolts Tajikistan

Dushanbe | October 11, 2023 11:16:20 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richer Scale jolted Tajikistan on Wednesday, the National Centre of Seismology (NCS) informed. ... read..

Blinken reiterates US support for Israel's right to defend itself against terrorist attacks

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 10:16:56 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday held talks with Israeli Minister for Strategic Affairs, Ron Dermer, offering condolences for the lives lost in the Hamas terror attacks. ... read..

Air Canada grounds first officer pilot for wearing pro palestinian colors in uniform

Ottawa | October 11, 2023 10:16:54 AM IST

The Canadian Airline, Air Canada grounded a pilot to a Montreal-based B787 for wearing pro-Palestinian colours while in Uniform, The Toronto Sun reported on Tuesday. ... read..

US navy aircraft arrives in Eastern Mediterranean sea amid Israel attack on Hamas

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 10:16:46 AM IST

Amid the Israel conflict with Hamas, US navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford Carrier strike group arrived in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea, US Central Command said in a press release on Wednesday. ... read..

US navy aircraft carrier USS Gerald Ford in Eastern Mediterranean sea amid Israel-Hamas conflict

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 10:16:44 AM IST

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolts Afghanistan

Kabul | October 11, 2023 9:16:45 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on the Richter scale jolted Afghanistan on Wednesday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..

Israel bombs house of Hamas military chief's father as air assault on terror group continues

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 9:16:35 AM IST

Continuing its air assault on Hamas in the wake of the multi-pronged terror attacks, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it struck over 200 targets of the terrorist group in the Al Furkan neighbourhood of the besieged Gaza Strip on Wednesday. ... read..

First plane laden with US armaments arrive in Israel

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 8:16:25 AM IST

The first plane carrying US armaments landed in southern Israel on Tuesday evening, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said. ... read..

UAE's MoHAP hosts meeting of National Committee for Promotion of Mental Health

Middle East | October 11, 2023 7:16:27 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 11 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Health and Prevention hosted a meeting of the UAE's National Committee for the Promotion of Mental Health at its Dubai headquarters. ... read..

Iran "complicit, in a broad sense," in Hamas attack on Israel: White House

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 7:16:25 AM IST

Iran is "complicit, in a broad sense," in Hamas attack in which at least 900 Israelis were killed, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said here on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel Defence Forces confirms 3 soldiers killed in Lebanon border attack

Middle East | October 11, 2023 7:16:22 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 11 (ANI/TPS): A senior Israel Defence Forces (IDF) officer and two soldiers were killed during a firefight with terrorists who infiltrated into Israeli territory from southern Lebanon on Monday afternoon, the military confirmed ... read..

Israeli President Herzog in Time Magazine: Our darkest hour casts a shadow on the entire world

Middle East | October 11, 2023 7:16:20 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 11 (ANI/TPS): Time Magazine published a statement from the President of Israel Isaac Herzog in which he said, "Not since the Holocaust have we seen such images of innocent Jewish mothers and children, teenagers and old women loa ... read..

Putin blames US for Middle East crisis, advocates two-State solution

Moscow | October 11, 2023 7:16:18 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has criticised the United States for its role in the ongoing Middle East crisis, triggered by the surprise Hamas attack in southern Israel, RT reported. ... read..

Pak: Over 1,700 Afghan immigrants held in ongoing crackdown

Karachi | October 11, 2023 6:18:31 AM IST

In an ongoing nationwide crackdown on illegal immigrants, law enforcement agencies have apprehended more than 1,700 Afghan nationals in Karachi for residing without valid documents, Dawn reported. ... read..

'Crazy chaos': Israeli survivor describes attack on beach rave

Middle East | October 11, 2023 6:18:23 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 11 (ANI/TPS): The Supernova Sukkot Music Festival was supposed to be an all-night rave on the beach of Kibbutz Re'im. But Sahar Ben Sela and the event's 3,000 participants could not have known that they would be at the epicentre ... read..

Biden confirms 14 American deaths, US hostages in Israel; calls Hamas attack "pure unadulterated evil"

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 5:16:13 AM IST

Condemning the attacks on Israel as "pure unadulterated evil," US President Joe Biden on Tuesday said the stated purpose of the terrorist organisation Hamas is "to kill Jews." ... read..

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Israel

Washington, DC | October 11, 2023 5:16:09 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Israel "to engage our Israeli partners directly about the situation on the ground," the US said on Tuesday. ... read..

"Rocket fell on building, no shelter": Israelis narrate harrowing moments from Hamas attack

By Ashoke Raj

Ashkelon | October 11, 2023 9:16:37 AM IST

The Israel-Hamas war continues to wreak havoc on the lives of Israeli residents, with many forced to flee their homes and seek refuge as rocket attacks intensify. Residents of Ashkelon, a city in southern Israel, are among those enduring the daily fear an ... read..

Sirens blare, people rush for cover as rocket barrage hits Israel's coastal city

By Ashoke Raj

Ashkelon | October 11, 2023 3:16:14 AM IST

The calm of Tuesday evening was shattered all of a sudden by deafening blares of sirens in Ashkelon, 50 kilometres south of Tel Aviv and 13 kilometres north of the border with the Gaza Strip, and people swiftly sought refuge in bomb shelters as a barrage ... read..

Geneva: Bangladeshi activists dub BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami as "collaborators of terrorism"

Geneva | October 11, 2023 3:16:12 AM IST

A group of political activists from Bangladesh, who are living in Europe, gathered at the monumental sculpture 'Broken Chair' in front of the United Nations in Geneva to condemn the religious extremism and terrorism perpetrated by Bangladesh Nationalist P ... read..

Bhutan: Cold storage infrastructure inaugurated at Gomchu in Trashigang

Thimphu | October 11, 2023 12:16:45 AM IST

Farmers in the east no longer have to be concerned about getting poor prices for their agriculture products, and a much-needed cold storage infrastructure for the same was inaugurated in Trashigang's Gomchu, reported Bhutan Live. ... read..

Indian diaspora in Israel expresses confidence in country's military, says they want to live peacefully

Tel Aviv | October 11, 2023 12:16:28 AM IST

Amid the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, the Indian diaspora in Israel has expressed confidence in the country's military and said they want to live peacefully. ... read..

Indian defence forces studying Hamas attacks on Israel in detail

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 12:16:41 AM IST

The Indian defence forces are studying in detail the deadly Hamas attack on Israel two days back in which scores of Israeli and foreign nationals were abducted, raped and killed by the terror group. ... read..

India, Tanzania to work for collective good of Africa and India: Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | October 11, 2023 12:16:20 AM IST

In an address to the India-Tanzania Investment Forum in New Delhi today, Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal noted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is a big advocate of bringing the Global South on one platform. The India-Africa partnership has flourish ... read..

Small vegetable counter in Bhutan's Pema Gatshel contributing to local economy: Report

Thimphu | October 11, 2023 12:16:14 AM IST

The villagers and commuters in Khothagpa, Pema Gatshel, are greatly benefiting from a little vegetable sales booth established along the roadside. In addition to offering locally farmed, fresh fruit, it is also contributing to the local economy, Bhutan Li ... read..

RTA resumes Global Village bus routes and electric Abra service

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:16:12 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to restart the operation of four bus routes to serve the guests of Global Village for its upcoming 28th season 2023-2024. The services will resume on October 18, coincid ... read..

Reem Al Hashimy participates in Joint Gulf-European Ministerial Meeting

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:16:05 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation Reem bint Ebrahim Al Hashimy participated in the 27th Joint Ministerial Meeting between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the European Union (EU), held in th ... read..

Hamdan bin Mohammed receives Commander of the National Guard

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:55 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today received a delegation from the National Guard Command led by Staff Major General Salem Saeed Ghafan Al Jaberi, Commander of the National Guard. ... read..

UAE: Fujairah CP receives ambassadors of Maldives, Tunisia, Germany

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:47 AM IST

Fujairah [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, held separate meetings with Aminath Shabeena, Ambassador of the Maldives to the UAE, Mu'izz bin Abdul Sattar Binameem, Ambassador of Tunisia ... read..

Dubai Municipality adds 'Wosool' seal on building completion certificates to certify buildings friendly for people of determination

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:45 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality has announced a special 'Wosool' seal for building permits and building completion certificates in the Emirates of Dubai, confirming the buildings comply with the standards for people of determination ... read..

UAE: Mubadala Capital closes its second successful Fund in Brazil with over USD 710 million of Commitments

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:39 AM IST

New York [US], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Mubadala Capital, the wholly-owned asset management subsidiary of Mubadala Investment Company ("Mubadala"), held a final close on its second flagship investment fund in Brazil, Brazil Special Opportunities Fund II ("BS ... read..

GITEX GLOBAL, Expand North Star 2023 centre world's attention on booming AI economy

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:37 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Dubai will unleash a new era of global AI dominance next week, as the UAE hosts the world's largest tech and start-up show, converging the best minds, future-focused governments, and most advanced companies to redraw the ... read..

Mohammed bin Rashid, Georgian PM witness signing of UAE-Georgia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:30 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and Irakli Garibashvili, Prime Minister of Georgia, today witnessed the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partners ... read..

UAE close to signing new six new CEPAs by year end: Minister

Middle East | October 11, 2023 12:15:26 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, announced that the UAE is close to finalising several new comprehensive economic partnership agreements (CEPA), with South Korea, Thailand, Chile, Costa Ri ... read..

Closely monitoring for any domestic threats in connection with Hamas attack: Joe Biden

Washington DC | October 11, 2023 12:15:20 AM IST

US President Joe Biden said that in the wake of the deadly Hamas attack on Israel, the local and federal law enforcement partners in the US cities are closely monitoring for any 'domestic threats'. ... read..

Israel Defense Forces say all schools to remain shut; limitations imposed on businesses, gatherings

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 11:17:35 PM IST

Amid ongoing war between Israel and terrorist group Hamas at the Gaza strip, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have announced that schools across the entire country will remain closed in the coming days, according to The Times of Israel. ... read..

US Development Finance Corporation announces full slate of investments in India

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | October 10, 2023 11:17:26 PM IST

The US Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has announced its full slate of investments in India. ... read..

"India at decisive turning point, has strength to shape new world order", says former Deputy NSA

Brussels | October 10, 2023 11:17:18 PM IST

India is at a decisive turning point and has the strength to shape the new world order, former Deputy National Security Advisor, Pankaj Saran said on Monday. ... read..

Presiding officers of G20 member countries, invited countries begin arriving in India for 9th P20 Summit

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 11:17:16 PM IST

Presiding officers of G20 member countries and invited countries have begun to arrive in New Delhi for the opening of the 9th edition of the G20 Parliamentary Speakers' Summit (P20 Summit). ... read..

Afghanistan: Death toll in Herat earthquakes surpasses 4,000

Kabul | October 10, 2023 11:17:08 PM IST

The earthquake in Herat province of Afghanistan has claimed over 4000 lives and has destroyed thousands of residential houses, Khaama Press reported citing the Taliban ministry. ... read..

Envoy Naor Gilon thanks PM Modi for expressing solidarity to Israel, says got "so much support"

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 11:17:04 PM IST

Israel's Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, has thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for expressing solidarity with Israel at a time when the country is at war. ... read..

PoK residents defy oppression, demand basic rights in region-wide protests

Muzaffarabad | October 10, 2023 11:16:59 PM IST

People from all walks of life in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) took to the streets in a region-wide protest against a range of issues they have been grappling with for an extended period. ... read..

Israel Defense Forces carrying out fresh airstrikes in Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 11:16:44 PM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) says it is carrying out a new wave of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Israeli Air Force executes two big Hamas leaders as counter-offensive escalates

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 10:19:28 PM IST

In a major development in the ongoing Israeli counter-offensive against the deadly attack by Hamas, two big leaders of the terror group were eliminated by the Israeli Air Force on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel: Hamas launches barrage of rockets at Ashkelon, hours after warning

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 10:19:25 PM IST

Hours after issuing a warning, terrorist group Hamas launched a rocket attack at the southern coastal city of Ashkelon in Israel on Tuesday, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Jaishankar reaches Colombo, to take part in Indian Ocean Rim Association ministers' meeting

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 10:19:22 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reached Colombo on Tuesday on a three-day visit during which he will attend the 23rd Council of Ministers (COM) meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA). ... read..

Indian woman spends day as British High Commissioner, engages in multiple activities

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 10:19:06 PM IST

21-year-old Shreya Dharmarajan from Chennai became the British High Commissioner to India for one full day, getting a rare behind-the-scenes look at the life of a diplomat and seeing the UK-India partnership in action. ... read..

Chandigarh University organizes Global Education Summit, hails India's G20 presidency under PM Modi's leadership

Chandigarh | October 10, 2023 10:18:43 PM IST

The Chandigarh University has organized a Global Education Summit 2023 on the theme 'India: Voice of Global South', in which international dignitaries deliberated on how India's global image was enhanced under the nine years of Prime Minister Narendra Mod ... read..

US: Police fatally shoots driver who crashed into Chinese Consulate in San Francisco

San Francisco | October 10, 2023 10:18:35 PM IST

The San Francisco police on Monday fatally shot a driver who crashed into the visa office at the Chinese consulate in the city, The New York Times reported citing police department. ... read..

UN Human Rights Chief urges states to defuse "powder keg" situation in Israel and OPT

Geneva | October 10, 2023 9:17:26 PM IST

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk on Tuesday issued an urgent plea to all states with influence to take steps to defuse the "powder keg" situation in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPT). He stressed that international hum ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacts with CEOs, top industry leaders of Italian defence companies in Rome

Rome | October 10, 2023 9:17:18 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with CEOs and top industry leaders of Italian defence companies in Rome on Tuesday and highlighted the defence manufacturing opportunities in India. ... read..

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