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At least 40 babies killed, as Israel-Hamas war turns ghastly

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 9:17:13 PM IST

In one of the blood-curdling details from the Hamas attack on Israel, at least 40 babies were killed by the terror group, Israel-based i24 News reported on Tuesday. ... read..

"Blatant bias towards Zionist occupation": Hamas condemns joint statement against attack

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 8:17:41 PM IST

Condemning the joint statement issued by five countries -- US, UK Germany, France and Italy over the deadly attack on Israel, Hamas termed the reaction as "double standards" and their "blatant bias" towards "Zionist occupation", Times of Israel reported. ... read..

"No prisoner swap before end of war": Hamas

Ramallah | October 10, 2023 8:17:36 PM IST

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has said that the issue of prisoner swaps won't be addressed until the end of the war, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Nepal locals protest against Chinese crusher plant

Kathmandu | October 10, 2023 8:16:59 PM IST

The locals of Nepal's Tinau Rural Municipality have been protesting against a Chinese crusher plant set up around a month ago near the Tinau River in Ward 3. The locals allege the plant has been operating by flouting the safety standards set by the govern ... read..

Bhutan conducts training on strategies to enhance students' well-being

Thimphu | October 10, 2023 8:16:46 PM IST

Bhutan's Chhukha recently conducted training on strategies to enhance the well-being of students to strengthen mental health support in schools, The Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

"When leaders like PM Modi support Israel, it gives lot of power: Israeli Diplomat

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | October 10, 2023 8:16:35 PM IST

Israel's Consulate General to Mumbai Kobbi Shoshani has said that when leaders like Prime Minister Narendra Modi support Israel, it gives the country a lot of power. ... read..

Hamas threatens Ashkelon with major rocket attack as Israel-Gaza conflict grows intense

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 7:18:44 PM IST

As the ongoing conflict between Israel and terrorist group Hamas grows tense, the spokesperson for Hamas's Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Abu Obeida, has threatened the Israel's coastal city of Ashkelon with a major rocket barrage in the coming hours, The ... read..

Israel Media: 260 people killed by Hamas gunmen at outdoor music festival

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 6:18:52 PM IST

As many as 260 people have been killed by Hamas gunmen who invaded an outdoor music festival in southern Israel during their assault on the country over the weekend, an emergency group said on Sunday, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Israel-Hamas violence: Over 770 Palestinians including 140 children killed in air raids, as Israeli retaliation surges

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 6:18:45 PM IST

Over 770 Palestinians have been killed in air raids after Israel launched a strong retaliation after the 'surprise attack' by Hamas, Al Jazeera reported on Tuesday. ... read..

"People of India stand firmly with Israel": PM Modi as Netanyahu briefs him on situation

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 6:18:21 PM IST

Amid the onslaught by Israeli forces on Gaza following Hamas attacks, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and provided him an update about the ongoing situation. ... read..

UN Rights Chief condemns for ordering "full siege" on Gaza, urges defusion of situation

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 6:17:52 PM IST

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights has condemned the decision of Israel to order a "full siege" of Gaza, and also pleaded with "states with influence" to defuse the situation, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Islamabad police ask illegal immigrants to shift to special camp within 48 hours

Islamabad | October 10, 2023 6:17:49 PM IST

The Islamabad police have asked all illegal immigrants in Pakistan to shift to a camp set up for them at I-12 on a voluntary basis within 48 hours, Dawn reported. ... read..

Israel-Gaza Violence: Rocket sirens sound in Beersheba; Hamas claims responsibility

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 5:17:16 PM IST

Incoming rocket sirens were heard in the Southern city of Beersheba in Israel on Tuesday, according to the Times of Israel. ... read..

Israeli Air Force launches extensive attack against Hamas, hits terror targets

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 5:17:09 PM IST

As the Israeli retaliation against the Hamas attack entered the fourth day, the Israeli Air Force has launched an extensive attack against terror targets of Hamas in the Gaza Strip. ... read..

International Council on Archives Congress Abu Dhabi 2023 opens

Middle East | October 10, 2023 4:17:50 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): The International Council on Archives (ICA) Congress Abu Dhabi 2023 was officially opened today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) under the patronage Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice Preside ... read..

'Leadership provided by Tanzanian President, PM Modi guides India, Tanzania relations to greater heights': Dharmendra Pradhan

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 4:17:42 PM IST

Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday lauded Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan's and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership which has guided India and Tanzania relations to greater h ... read..

UAE: MoHRE, ICP launch campaign on importance of rectifying violations of entry, residency, labour laws

Middle East | October 10, 2023 4:17:35 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation () and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Ports Security (ICP) have launched a campaign to raise awareness about entry and residency laws f ... read..

Borouge signs agreement with NPCC to supply critical materials for energy projects in UAE

Middle East | October 10, 2023 4:17:30 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Borouge Plc today announced that it has signed an agreement with the National Petroleum Construction Company (NPCC), a UAE-based Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Company. ... read..

"People of India stand firmly with Israel": PM Modi holds telephonic conversation with Netanyahu

Asia | October 10, 2023 4:17:05 PM IST

New Delhi [India], October 10 (ANI) Amid the fierce onslaught by Israeli forces on Gaza following the Haas terror attacks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday had a telephonic conversation with his counterpart Benjamin Netenyahu and reaffirmed his sup ... read..

US directs navy aircrafts towards Eastern Mediterranean amid Israel Hamas war

Washington, DC | October 10, 2023 4:16:40 PM IST

In wake of the Hamas attack on Israel, the US Secretary of Defence, Lloyd J. Austin ordered movement of US navy aircraft carriers to the Eastern Mediterranean and said that the United States government will be rapidly providing the Israel Defense Forces w ... read..

Israel's Zionist regime has suffered "irrevocable defeat", says Iran Supreme Leader Khamenei

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 4:17:45 PM IST

Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Tuesday claimed that Israel has "suffered an irrevocable defeat both in terms of military and intelligence," Iranian News Agency Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) reported. ... read..

Saudi Health Minister participates in 70th Session of WHO Regional Committee

Asia | October 10, 2023 3:14:41 PM IST

Cairo [Egypt], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Saudi Minister of Health Fahd bin Abdulrahman Al-Jalajel participated on Monday in the inauguration of the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for the Eastern Mediterranean, reported Saudi Press Agency (SPA). ... read..

Record number of Zayed University alumni sign up to mentor current students

Asia | October 10, 2023 3:14:35 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): Zayed University (ZU) has reported a marked rise in alumni participation as mentors in its Partner Challenges programme. This success follows the "Give Back" campaign, which was launched earlier this year by ZU's Alumni ... read..

On behalf of UAE President, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan attends Uganda National Day celebrations

Asia | October 10, 2023 3:14:27 PM IST

Kampala [Uganda], October 10 (ANI/WAM): On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with Yoweri Museveni, President of the Republic of Uganda, during his visit to th ... read..

"Hamas are monsters..they targeted women and children" says Israeli national as he returns home

Addis Ababa | October 10, 2023 3:14:21 PM IST

At the Addis Ababa airport a long queue of Israeli citizens await connecting flights back home. Many of them have been called up as Army reservists. The terror unleashed by Hamas has shocked them. One of those returning home is Erez Semaria, who called th ... read..

"Great pride for us to confer honourary doctorate by JNU on Tanzanian President": Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 2:14:54 PM IST

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan was on Tuesday conferred with an Honorary Doctorate by the Jawaharlal Nehru University for her pivotal role in fostering stronger India-Tanzania relations. ... read..

"Despite global disruption, bilateral trade has witnessed strong growth...": Jaishankar on India-Tanzania relations

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 2:14:38 PM IST

Despite the global disruption and challenges faced by the pandemic, India and Tanzania's bilateral trade has seen strong growth from both sides, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said while addressing the Jawaharlal Nehru University on Tuesday. ... read..

"This degree will forever be etched in my history": Tanzanian President Hassan on JNU honour

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 2:14:25 PM IST

Visiting Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan who was on Tuesday conferred with an Honorary Doctorate by the Jawaharlal Nehru University said that the honour will be forever etched in her memory as it is the first award to her in a foreign country. ... read..

Israel military regains full control of Gaza border: Israel Defence Force

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 1:15:58 PM IST

The Israel Defense Forces' top spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari stressed that the military has regained full control of the Gaza border after Hamas terrorists blew up sections of the border fence during the attack on Saturday, reported The Times of I ... read..

World Mental Health Day: Mental Health is a Universal Human Right says WHO

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 1:15:45 PM IST

WHO Regional Director for South-East Asia, Poonam Khetrapal on Tuesday said that this year's theme of the World Mental Health Day, Mental Health is a Universal Human Right, calls for WHO, Member States and partners to accelerate efforts in mental health i ... read..

Pakistan 's Jamaat-e-Islami to hold marches in support of Palestinians

Sindh | October 10, 2023 1:15:32 PM IST

Pakistan's Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) will hold a protest in wake of the Israel attack on Hamas in which hundreds of people will join all across the country on Friday, Pak vernacular media Daily Jarasat reported. ... read..

Hamas terror group holding up to 150 hostages in Gaza, says Israel envoy to UN Gilad Erdan

New York | October 10, 2023 12:14:45 PM IST

As the Israel Hamas conflict enters the fourth day, Israeli authorities highlighted that up to 150 hostages are being held in Gaza as Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant ordered a "complete siege" of the Gaza Strip, Permanent Representative of Israel to ... read..

Divisions at the top raise questions about Xi's confidence in the PLA

Beijing | October 10, 2023 11:15:28 AM IST

Things were looking so promising for Chairman Xi Jinping, who sat undisputed at the top of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) totem pole. However, momentous events such as a COVID-19 pandemic, his Russian comrade's invasion of Ukraine, and the endemic rot ... read..

White House official John Kirby chokes up while speaking about Israeli victims

Washington, DC | October 10, 2023 11:15:26 AM IST

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby on Tuesday choked up while discussing the gloomy images from Israel, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Israel intensifies attack on Hamas, 1290 targets struck in Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 11:15:16 AM IST

At least 900 Israelis were killed and over 2,616 people injured after Hamas launched a barbaric attack on Israel. ... read..

Baloch Organizations host conferences at UN, urge action on human rights violations

New York City | October 10, 2023 11:15:05 AM IST

Baloch Voice Association, in collaboration with Baloch Peoples Congress and Voice for Baloch Missing Persons, organized two conferences within the United Nations during the 54th Human Rights Council Session. ... read..

Won't hesitate to adjust security posture to protect American lives, says FBI as Israel's war on Hamas rages

Washington, D.C | October 10, 2023 10:18:32 AM IST

America's premier investigating agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), said on Tuesday that they were probing any possible threats to the security of citizens in the United States in the wake of the terror attacks on Israel by Hamas. ... read..

US, UK, Germany, Italy, France extend support to Israel

Washington, DC | October 10, 2023 10:18:21 AM IST

The United States, Germany, France and Italy have issued a joint statement condemning the "appalling acts of terrorism" by Hamas and extended their "steadfast and united support" to Israel. ... read..

White House illuminated in Israel colours as a mark of solidarity

Washington, DC | October 10, 2023 10:18:18 AM IST

The White House on Monday night was illuminated with the blue and white light to show support for Israel following the attacks by Hamas on Israel that left as many as 800 people dead, The Hill reported on Sunday. ... read..

Rajnath Singh holds meeting with his Italian counterpart, signs agreement on Defence Corporation

Rome | October 10, 2023 10:18:06 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who is on an official visit to Italy, held a meeting with his Italian counterpart Guido Crosetto in Rome and signed an agreement on Defence cooperation between India and Italy. ... read..

'Fauda' star Lior Raz volunteers 'Brothers in Arms' movement in Israel, witnesses Hamas' rocket attacks

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 8:18:46 AM IST

Israeli actor Lior Raz, known worldwide for the television series 'Fauda' which he drew on experiences in Israel Defence Forces (IDF), took to the front lines of Israel's war against Hamas by joining a group of volunteers 'Brothers in Arms'. ... read..

Israeli couple ties the knot on eve of military deployment

Middle East | October 10, 2023 8:18:40 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 10 (ANI/TPS): Among the thousands of Israeli military reservists called up for duty were Uri Mintzer and Elinor Yosefin, who decided to hold an impromptu wedding ceremony on Sunday night before reporting to their respective unit ... read..

Israel Air Force continues destruction of Gaza infrastructure

Middle East | October 10, 2023 8:18:38 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 10 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that Israel Air Force (IAF) aircraft attacked many targets in the Gaza Strip since the morning hours of Monday. ... read..

OPEC sees global oil demand at 116 mb/d in 2045

Middle East | October 10, 2023 8:18:36 AM IST

Riyadh [UAE], October 10 (ANI/WAM): The 2023 OPEC World Oil Outlook (WOO) was launched today at the King Abdullah Petroleum Studies and Research Center (KAPSARC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. First published in 2007, the WOO offers a detailed review and ... read..

London: Pro-Israeli, pro-Palestinian protestors clash amid conflict in Israel

By Soumik Saha London | October 10, 2023 7:15:20 AM IST

Amid protest rallies over the Israel-Hamas conflict, groups of pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli protesters clashed at High Street Kensington Tube Station in London on Monday evening. ... read..

Dalai Lama postpones his Gangtok, Salugara visits in view of Sikkim floods

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 7:15:16 AM IST

As rescue operations in flood-hit Sikkim are underway, Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama has postponed his planned visits to Gangtok and Salugara until further notice. ... read..

African Union's inclusion in G20 "master stroke", India "voice of Global South": UNGA President

New York City | October 10, 2023 8:18:42 AM IST

Terming the inclusion of the African Union in the G20 "a master stroke," United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis hailed India as a "voice of the Global South". ... read..

Israel-Hamas conflict: "Violence not pathway to resolution," says UNGA President

By Ayushi Agarwal New York City | October 10, 2023 6:14:30 AM IST

Stating "violence is not a pathway to a resolution of the conflict," United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis has called to "halt the hostilities" in Israel. ... read..

Over 700 dead, 2300 injured in "worst massacre of Israeli civilians" in history: Israel Defence Forces

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 4:14:59 AM IST

As many as 2,300 people have sustained injuries and more than 700 have died in the "worst massacre of Israeli civilians" by Hamas, Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said. ... read..

Israel didn't start this war but will finish it: Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 4:14:57 AM IST

In a stern warning to Hamas, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday said that "though Israel did not start this war" but "will finish it". ... read..

India, France space collaboration will help explore new frontiers: French envoy

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 2:18:41 AM IST

India and France's collaboration in the field of space can drive the two countries forward to reach new heights and explore new frontiers, said French Ambassador-designate Thierry Mathou on Monday. ... read..

Nepal: Candle light vigil held to commemorate students killed in Israel

Lalitpur | October 10, 2023 2:18:39 AM IST

Dozens of students held a candlelight vigil on the premises of Patan Durbar Square here commemorating the 10 Nepali students killed by Hamas in Israel. ... read..

India, Tanzania sign MoUs in maritime sector, sports; Indian Navy to share White Shipping Information

New Delhi | October 10, 2023 12:20:25 AM IST

India and Tanzania signed multiple Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) ranging in various sectors including digital transformation, maritime sector and sports aiming to enhance cooperation between the two nations. ... read..

"Pakistan steadfast in supporting cross border terrorism," says Kashmiri journalist

Geneva | October 10, 2023 12:20:18 AM IST

Senior Kashmiri Journalist and author Khalid Jehangir during his intervention at the 54th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) reiterated that Pakistan continues to support cross-border terrorism in India's Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..

India, Spain hold foreign office consultations, agree to intensify engagement through joint working groups

Madrid | October 10, 2023 12:20:14 AM IST

The seventh India-Spain Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held in Madrid on Monday, during which the two sides undertook a comprehensive review of their bilateral relations and agreed to intensify engagement through Joint Working Groups. ... read..

At least 9 American citizens killed in Hamas attack on Israel, says US

Washington DC | October 10, 2023 12:19:37 AM IST

The deseased from the deadly attack launched on Israel by Hamas, includes at least nine US citizens, US National Security Council spokesperson said, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..

Israel refutes reports that claim Netanyahu received warning of Hamas attack from Egypt

Tel Aviv | October 10, 2023 12:19:18 AM IST

Israel has refuted all reports that claimed that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received a message in advance from Egypt regarding the Hamas attack. ... read..

President Murmu meets Tanzanian counterpart Hassan at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 11:20:19 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday met her Tanzanian counterpart Samia Suluhu Hassan and her delegation at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..

"We have just begun...": Benjamin Netanyahu vows "tough and terrible" things for Hamas

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 11:20:15 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a strongly worded statement, affirmed that the Israeli retaliation has just begun, and Hamas will go through much "tough and terrible" things, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Members of Scottish Parliament call on Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar

London | October 9, 2023 10:22:17 PM IST

Five Members of Scottish Parliament (MSP) called on Vice President Jagdeep Dhankar as part of Cross Party Group on India in Scottish Parliament. ... read..

"Only way to fight Hamas is to make everyone involved pay the price": Israeli MFA spokesperson

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 10:21:59 PM IST

Calling Hamas a "terror organisation", Lior Haiat, the spokesperson of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that the only way to fight the terror group is to make everyone involved in the attack "pay the price". ... read..

Gulf Cooperation Council to make COP28 turning point: Secretary-General

Middle East | October 9, 2023 9:22:49 PM IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], October 9 (ANI/WAM): Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), said Sunday that GCC member states are determined to continue their efforts to address climate change repercussions and make COP ... read..

COP28 Presidency unveils steps supporting women's leadership in climate diplomacy

Middle East | October 9, 2023 9:22:45 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): The COP28 Presidency has announced measures to support the representation and participation of women at the UN Climate Change Conference COP28 in th UAE. ... read..

Conflict will continue if Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as capital is not set up: Palestine envoy

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 9:22:40 PM IST

Citing US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's remarks, Palestine Ambassador to India Adnan Abu Al-Haija refuted Israel's claims of "Iran's hand" behind the Hamas attack on Israel, and stated that unless the "Palestinian state is established with East Jeru ... read..

India and France forge deeper ties in Space sector at Indian Space Conclave 2023

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 9:22:37 PM IST

The Indian Space Association (ISpA) and the French Aerospace Industries Association (GIFAS) signed a significant MoU aiming to enhance the understanding of space industry capabilities and increase awareness of business opportunities in France and India at ... read..

Death toll from Hamas attack in Israel rises to 800, over 2500 injured

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 9:22:35 PM IST

The estimated death toll in Hamas attack in Israel and subsequent battles has jumped to 800, The Times of Israel reported citing uncorroborated Hebrew media reports ... read..

China: Former Jiangxi senior legislator expelled from CCP, public office over violation of discipline

Beijing | October 9, 2023 9:22:30 PM IST

Yin Meigen, former senior legislator in China's Jiangxi province, has been expelled from the Communist Party of China (CPC) and dismissed from public office over severe violations of discipline and law, China-based Xinhua reported. ... read..

Manipal Academy of Higher Education announces special corner in library for writings of Indian diplomats

Manipal (Karnataka) | October 9, 2023 9:22:15 PM IST

The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), has announced the creation of a special corner for writings by Indian diplomats at its library, on the occasion of the 77th Indian Foreign Service Day. ... read..

India, Tanzania decide to work together to form 5-year roadmap in defence sector

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 8:19:33 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held a meeting with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan and reviewed the full range of bilateral ties. He said that the two nations have decided to work together to form a five-year roadmap in the defence sector. ... read..

UAE chairs 2023 International Conference on Climate Change and Nuclear Energy

Europe | October 9, 2023 8:19:23 PM IST

Vienna [Austria], September 9 (ANI/WAM): The UAE is chairing the 2023 International Conference on Climate Change and Nuclear Energy, organised by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) from 9th to 13th October. ... read..

Israel orders "Complete Siege" on Gaza; Cuts off electricity, water, food

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 7:19:20 PM IST

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant said he has ordered a "complete siege" of the Gaza Strip. ... read..

India, Tanzania working on agreement to expand bilateral trade using local currencies

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 7:19:12 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that India and Tanzania are important partners for mutual trade and investment and both sides are working on an agreement to increase trade in local currencies. ... read..

US: Largest Hindu Temple outside India opens its doors for public in New Jersey

By Reena Bhardwaj Robbinsville (New Jersey) | October 9, 2023 7:18:59 PM IST

The largest Hindu temple in the US opened its doors on Sunday in New Jersey. The temple in Robbinsville city is said to be the largest Hindu temple outside India in the modern era. ... read..

77-yr-old US professor Claudia Goldin wins Nobel Economics 2023

Stockholm | October 9, 2023 6:20:24 PM IST

American economic historian and labour economist Claudia Goldin won the 2023 Nobel Economics Prize for her work examining wage inequality between men and women, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said on Monday. ... read..

India, Tanzania elevate ties to Strategic Partnership, to enhance cooperation in Indian Ocean region

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 6:19:29 PM IST

Aiming to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation, India and Tanzania elevated their ties to the level of 'Strategic Partnership', following the bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hass ... read..

Tanzania has important place in India's vision of SAGAR initiative: MEA

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 6:19:25 PM IST

Citing the long history of trade and people-to-people linkages between India and Tanzania, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan discussed the need for cooperation in maritime security, adding that Dodoma has an importan ... read..

Dubai Chambers attracts world's biggest family business conference

Middle East | October 9, 2023 5:15:59 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Chambers has attracted the world's biggest and most significant family business conference to Dubai, underlining the emirate's status as a leading destination for prestigious global events. ... read..

Tanzania is India's largest, closest development partner in Africa: PM Modi

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 5:15:48 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the Exchange programme, stressed that Tanzania is the largest and the closest development partner of India in Africa, noting that today marks a historic day in India-Tanzania relations. ... read..

India, Tanzania discuss issues related to United Nations reforms: MEA

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 5:15:25 PM IST

India and Tanzania on Monday discussed issues related to reforms of the United Nations, a Ministry of External Affairs official said on Monday. ... read..

"Tanzania is biggest, closest partner of India in Africa": PM Modi at MoU exchange programme

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 4:15:42 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi while addressing the Exchange programme, stressed that Tanzania is the biggest and the closest partner of India in the entire Africa, noting that today marks a historic day in India-Tanzania relations. ... read..

Nepal: Families in shock after students killed in Hamas attack in Israel

Dhanusha | October 9, 2023 4:15:28 PM IST

Family members of Aanand Sah, one of the Nepalese students killed by Hamas terrorists in Israel are shocked and grief-stricken. ... read..

India, Tanzania ties growing in terms of trade, investment ": Tanzanian President

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 4:15:16 PM IST

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Monday said that India and Tanzania are growing in terms of trade and investment "The numbers are satisfying," further noting that India is the third largest trading partner in Tanzania. ... read..

UAE: ERRA first Middle Eastern member to participate in World Conference of IFFRO 2023

Middle East | October 9, 2023 4:15:04 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Reprographic Rights Management Association (ERRA) made history as the first Middle Eastern member to participate in the 2023 World Conference of the International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organis ... read..

Iranian officials helped Hamas plan attack on Israel: Report

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 3:16:25 PM IST

Iranian security officials helped Hamas plan the deadly attack on Israel in which the death toll has risen to thousands the Wall Street Journal reported. ... read..

Palestine envoy refuses to condemn Hamas attack on Israel

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 3:16:05 PM IST

Palestine Ambassador to India Adnan Abu Al-Hija on Monday refused to condemn the Hamas attack on Israel. He instead questioned world leaders for not condemning Israeli militias action in West Bank. ... read..

Active firing in southern city of Sderot in Israel for the third day, reports Israel Media

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 2:16:03 PM IST

As the Hamas terror group attacks on Israel continue for the third day, there is a very active scene in the southern city of Sderot in Israel as people living there can still hear explosions happening in the distance, reported Israeli-based i24NEWS. ... read..

Nepal Prime Minister summons emergency cabinet meeting to discuss Israel situation

Kathmandu | October 9, 2023 1:23:48 PM IST

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' has summoned an emergency cabinet meeting on Monday to discuss ongoing situation in Israel and the repatriation of Nepali citizens. ... read..

PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 1:23:32 PM IST

President of Tanzania Samia Suluhu Hassan who is on a State visit to India on Monday met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Nepal embassy in Israel asks its citizens to register for repatriation as Hamas kills 10 Nepalese students

Kathmandu | October 9, 2023 12:16:00 PM IST

After at least 10 students from Nepal were killed in the ongoing attack by Hamas terrorists in Israel, the Nepal government has called on its citizens residing in Israel to register themselves online as it plans to repatriate them. ... read..

700 people dead, over 2000 injured in Israel as Hamas attack continues for 3rd day

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 12:15:42 PM IST

As Hamas terror groups continued their attack on Israel for the third consecutive day, at least 700 people have been killed and over 2000 injured and the numbers are expected to rise further, reported The Times of Israel. ... read..

Visit will open new avenues for political and economic development of our countries: Tanzanian President

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 11:21:36 AM IST

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan. who is on a state visit to India, on Monday, appreciated the excellent existing relationship between the two countries, noting that her visit will open new avenues for the political and economic development of Indi ... read..

"These terrorists broke into homes, shot people point blank as if they were stomping on insects": Israel's representative at UN

New York | October 9, 2023 10:16:08 AM IST

Gilad Erdan, Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations on Monday highlighted the severity of war crimes of Hamas terrorists, who in a "surprise attack" killed hundreds of Israelis, killing them at will and stomping on them as if they were i ... read..

"Hamas is no different than ISIS, Al Qaeda...": Israel envoy Gilad Erdan at UN

New York | October 9, 2023 10:15:53 AM IST

Permanent Representative of Israel to the United Nations Gilad Erdan in response to the deadly Hamas attack, said that "Hamas is a genocidal Islamist jihadist terror organization. It is no different than ISIS, Al Qaeda" adding that, they do not want dialo ... read..

Israel Air Force destroys headquarters linked with senior Hamas naval force

Tel Aviv | October 9, 2023 9:21:32 AM IST

In a retaliatory move against the Hamas attack in Israel, the Israel Air Force on Monday attacked various buildings where the leaders of terrorist organization Hamas was staying, along with several operational headquarters. ... read..

MoS Muraleedharan extends wishes on opening of US' largest hand-carved Hindu temple in New Jersey

New Delhi | October 9, 2023 9:21:26 AM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan on Sunday extended wishes for the grand opening of the US' largest hand-carved Hindu temple, Akshardham in New Jersey. ... read..

Nikki Haley criticises Blinken for saying no link between Israel attack, release of USD 6bn to Iran

Washington, DC | October 9, 2023 7:21:34 AM IST

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley has slammed Secretary of State Antony Blinken, labelling his comments as "irresponsible." This follows Blinken's statement asserting there was no connection between the recent Hamas terrorist attack on Israel ... read..

Abdullah bin Zayed, Antony Blinken discuss latest regional developments

Middle East | October 9, 2023 7:21:32 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and US Secretary of State Antony J Blinken discussed, during a telephone conversation, the latest developments in the region, and the ongoing escalatio ... read..

Dubai Press Club, MBRU host health science training programme

Middle East | October 9, 2023 7:21:30 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Press Club (DPC), in partnership with the Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), organised a training programme titled 'Introduction to Health Science for Journalists' focused on ... read..

DHA and DCAS to participate in AccessAbilities Expo

Middle East | October 9, 2023 7:21:28 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 9 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Dubai Corporate for Ambulance Services (DCAS) are showcasing their efforts at the AccessAbilities Expo. ... read..

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