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"Tremendous failure" of Israeli defence establishment: says former IDF spokesperson

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 8:46:11 PM IST

Calling the rocket strikes by Hamas on Israel a "tremendous failure" of the Israeli defence establishment, the former spokesperson of Israel Defence Forces, Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Conricus said that the current focus is on defending the lives and eli ... read..

"Don't help the enemy": Israel urges citizens not to spread rumours on social media

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 7:50:03 PM IST

Israel has issued a call to its citizens, urging them to exercise vigilance and not to disseminate rumours on social media platforms like WhatsApp after Hamas launched a " surprise attack". ... read..

At least 7 Nepali injured, 17 held captive by Hamas in Israel: Nepal's envoy

Kathmandu | October 7, 2023 7:49:58 PM IST

At least seven Nepali students studying at an Israel University have sustained injuries and are held captive by Hamas forces, Nepal's Ambassador to Israel confirmed. ... read..

"Never any justification for terrorism": US condemns attacks by Hamas 'terrorists'

Washington, DC | October 7, 2023 7:49:43 PM IST

Condemning the attacks carried out by Hamas terrorists against Israeli citizens, the United States said that there is never any justification for terrorism, adding that Washington stands firmly with the Government and people of Israel. ... read..

Israel: Death toll from Hamas rocket attack jumps to 40, over 700 injured

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 7:49:31 PM IST

The death toll in in Israel from the Hamas rocket attack rose to 40, The Times of Israel reported on Saturday citing Magen David Adom emergency service. ... read..

"Deeply shocked...we stand in solidarity with Israel": PM Modi

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 6:47:11 PM IST

Expressing solidarity with Israel over the rocket strikes launched by Hamas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that India's thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. ... read..

Israel: People attending outdoor party recount terrifying moments of gunshots

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 6:47:05 PM IST

People attending an outdoor party near Kibbutz Urim in Israel recounted horrifying moments of gunshots after Hamas terrorists attacked on Saturday, which led to immediate evacuation, The Jerusalem Post reported. ... read..

"Israel's response won't be confined to Gaza Strip," says former IDF spokesperson

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 6:46:18 PM IST

Describing the Hamas rocket attack as a "severe day", former spokesperson of Israel Defence Forces, Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Conricus said that Israel's response will be of an unprecedented magnitude and won't just be "confined to Gaza Strip". ... read..

Palestinians have right to defend themselves against 'terror': Palestinian President Abbas

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 5:44:58 PM IST

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas chaired a high-level meeting with some top defence officials on Saturday and said that the Palestinian people have the right to defend themselves against the "terror of settlers and occupation troops", the official news ... read..

Israel: Death toll from Hamas rocket fire rises to 22

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 5:44:53 PM IST

The death toll in Israel from the Hamas rocket fire rose to 22, The Times of Israel reported on Saturday citing Magen David Adom's emergency service. ... read..

"Remain vigilant, observe safety protocols": Indian Embassy in Israel issues advisory for citizens after Hamas attack

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 4:50:30 PM IST

Following the rocket attacks on Israel from the Gaza Strip by Hamas, the Indian Embassy in Israel on Saturday issued an advisory for its nationals, requesting them to remain vigilant and observe safety protocols. ... read..

"Foreign countries are manipulating Sikhs to turn against India...": It is foreign countries' conspiracy

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 4:50:18 PM IST

A Sikh restaurant owner based in London, Harman Singh Kapoor who has been receiving continuous threats and suffered attacks by Khalistani extremists, said on Saturday that as India is growing now, some foreign countries are manipulating Sikhs to turn agai ... read..

"India passed a revolutionary bill": K Kavitha lauds Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam

London | October 7, 2023 4:50:16 PM IST

Calling the Women's Reservation Bill 'revolutionary', Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha said that this Bill will bring many more women into the Parliament. ... read..

"Foreign countries are manipulating Sikhs to turn against India...": Sikh restaurant owner in London

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 4:50:03 PM IST

"India passed revolutionary bill": At UK event, Telangana leader Kavitha hails passage of Women's Reservation Bill

London | October 7, 2023 4:49:50 PM IST

Calling the passage of the Women's Reservation Bill 'revolutionary', Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) MLC K Kavitha said that this Bill will bring many more women into the Parliament while addressing the Bridge India event at Central Hall, Westminster. ... read..

"We are at war and we will win: Israel PM Netanyahu after Hamas attack

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 4:49:38 PM IST

In his first reaction after Hamas launched a "surprise attack", Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday said Israel "was at war" and has ordered mobilization of reserves to give it back with the magnitude the enemy has not expected, assertin ... read..

"Glad to note unanimous appreciation": Jaishankar on Parliamentary Consultative Committee discussion on India's G20 Presidency

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 3:46:23 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday acknowledged the Parliamentary Consultative Committee's "unanimous appreciation" of India's G20 Presidency and underlined the positive impact of the 'Jan Bhagidari' (public involvement) approach. ... read..

"We are at war, Our enemy will pay price" Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu after Hamas attack

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 3:45:58 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday after hundreds of rockets fired by Hamas terrorists hit Israel today. ... read..

"Israel will repel combined assault of rocket fire and ground infiltration of Hamas terrorists": India envoy Gilon

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 3:45:56 PM IST

Following the barrage of rockets on Israel from the Gaza Strip, Israel's Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon, on Saturday said his country will "repel this combined assault of rocket fire and ground infiltration of Hamas terrorists". ... read..

Israel Defence Forces launch Operation 'Iron Swords' after Hamas' surprise attack

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 3:45:53 PM IST

The Israel Defence Forces on Saturday launched operation 'Iron Swords' in response to Hamas's surprise attack on Israel, the Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Mayor of Israel town killed in Hamas rocket fire

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 2:49:34 PM IST

The head of the Sha'ar Hanegev Regional Council, Ofir Liebstein, was killed in the deadly rocket fire from Hamas into Israel on Saturday morning, The Times of Israel reported, citing local sources. ... read..

"The situation is not simple but Israel will prevail": Israel envoy on Hamas attack

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 1:51:07 PM IST

Following a massive barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip fired towards Israel, Naor Gilon, Israel's Ambassador to India stressed that the situation is not simple but Israel will prevail. ... read..

Israel: Death toll from Hamas rocket fire rises to 4

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 2:49:51 PM IST

The toll in the Hamas rocket fire from the Gaza Strip into Israel on Saturday climbed to 4, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Earthquake of 4.9 magnitude jolts Nepal

Kathmandu | October 7, 2023 1:50:45 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 on the Richter Scale struck Nepal on Saturday, the National Centre of Seismology (NCS) informed through a post on social media 'X'. ... read..

6.1 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistan

Kabul | October 7, 2023 1:50:42 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolted Afghanistan on Saturday. ... read..

3 killed in Canada plane crash

Ottawa | October 7, 2023 12:50:20 PM IST

Three people were killed after a small plane crashed in Chilliwack in Canada's British Columbia, according to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), reported CBC News. ... read..

Israel: IDF declares 'readiness for war' after rocket attacks from Gaza

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 12:50:15 PM IST

The Israel Defense Forces on Saturday declared a state of readiness for war following a massive barrage of rockets from the Gaza Strip and infiltration of Hamas terrorists into Israel, The Times of Israel (TOI) reported. ... read..

1 killed as Palestinian attackers launch rocket barrages on Israel

Tel Aviv | October 7, 2023 11:51:34 AM IST

One person has died and at least three sustained injuires after rockets were fired from Gaza toward Israel Saturday morning, according to CNN. ... read..

Shehbaz Sharif confirms PML-N leader Nawaz's return to Pakistan

Islamabad | October 7, 2023 11:51:27 AM IST

Following the medical report sent to the Lahore High Court, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) President and Nawaz Sharif's younger brother Shehbaz Sharif confirmed the PML-N leader would return to Pakistan as planned on October 21, reported Dawn. ... read..

Bangladesh: Six people missing as trawler capsizes in Meghna River

Dhaka | October 7, 2023 10:49:04 AM IST

Six people went missing as a trawler capsized after colliding with a bulkhead in the Meghna River near Gajaria ghat in the Munshiganj district of Bangladesh, reported Dhaka Tribune. ... read..

Pak: Upcoming mandated govt would carry on economic plan of previous regime, says Ishaq Dar

Islamabad | October 7, 2023 9:50:13 AM IST

Ahead of the general elections, senior Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader and former finance minister, Ishaq Dar, highlighted that the next elected government would carry forward the policies initiated by the current caretaker government, Geo New ... read..

Ukraine would die in a week, if Western military aid stops, says Russian President Putin

Moscow | October 7, 2023 9:49:55 AM IST

As the West continues to provide aid for war-torn Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin stressed that Ukraine would not survive for more than "a week" without Western military and financial aid, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

"Want everyone to help advance investigation:" US Special Envoy on India-Canada diplomatic row over Nijjar killing

Washington, DC | October 7, 2023 7:48:51 AM IST

Amid the diplomatic sparring and souring of bilateral ties in the wake of Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's allegation of Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Special Envoy and Coordinator, Global Engagement Cen ... read..

First land trip service connecting Ras Al Khaimah with Oman's Musandam launched

Middle East | October 7, 2023 6:45:24 AM IST

Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], October 7 (ANI/WAM): The RAK Transport Authority today launched the maiden land trip service connecting Ras Al Khaimah with Musandam, Sultanate of Oman. The service was launched in partnership with Musandam Governorate and will opera ... read..

Dubai Culture organises 'History of Arabic Calligraphy in UAE' Exhibition

Middle East | October 7, 2023 6:45:22 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 7 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has welcomed visitors to explore an exhibition at Al Shindagha Museum, the UAE's largest heritage museum, titled "History of Arabic Calligraphy in the United Arab Emirates" ... read..

90 pc polio cases in Pakistan 'imported' from Afghanistan: Interim Health Minister Nadeem Jan

Islamabad | October 7, 2023 6:45:14 AM IST

Pakistan Interim Health Minister Nadeem Jan has said that 90 per cent of polio cases in Pakistan have been "imported from Afghanistan", Dawn reported. ... read..

White House planning November meeting between Joe Biden, Xi Jinping

Washington DC | October 7, 2023 5:44:30 AM IST

The White House is planning for a November meeting between US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in San Francisco, The Washington Post reported. ... read..

UAE President, US Senator Joni Ernst discuss bilateral strategic alliance

Middle East | October 7, 2023 5:44:26 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 7 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Friday met with US Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa to discuss ways to further solidify the strategic alliance between the two nations in various fields. ... read..

Pakistan: Human skeleton found in bungalow in Karachi

Karachi | October 7, 2023 4:45:01 AM IST

A human skeleton was found in a bungalow located near Zamzama within the realm of the Clifton police station in Pakistan's Karachi, the police said on Friday, ARY News reported. ... read..

Former Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai condemns Pakistan's expulsion of Afghan refugees

Kabul | October 7, 2023 4:44:59 AM IST

Former Afghan president Hamid Karzai has strongly criticized Pakistan's widespread expulsion of Afghan refugees. He has labelled it as inappropriate and inconsistent with the principles of good neighbouring and humanitarian values, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Bus crash in Mexico's Oaxaca kills 18

Oaxaca | October 7, 2023 4:44:55 AM IST

A bus crash in the Mexican state of Oaxaca killed 18 people on Friday, according to local authorities, CNN reported. ... read..

Taiwan looks forward to joining hands with India to strengthen global supply chain: Representative Baushuan Ger

New Delhi | October 7, 2023 3:44:44 AM IST

Taiwan's Representative to India Baushuan Ger on Friday said that Taiwan looks forward to joining hands with India to strengthen the global supply chain to safeguard peace, stability across the Strait and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific and to maintai ... read..

Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif's fresh medical report submitted to Lahore High Court

Islamabad | October 7, 2023 3:44:42 AM IST

A fresh medical report of former Pakistan premier Nawaz Sharif, who is scheduled to return to Pakistan on October 21, was submitted to the Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday, ARY News reported. ... read..

Overseas Friends of BJP urges UK Foreign Secretary to take action to safeguard security of Indian diplomats

London | October 7, 2023 2:44:51 AM IST

The Overseas Friends of BJP (UK) have asked UK Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly to take urgent action to safeguard the security of Indian diplomats in the country. ... read..

In terms of economic contribution, Gujarat seen as a leader in India: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 11:50:10 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that in terms of its economic contribution to the country, Gujarat is seen as a leader in India. ... read..

FAB issues largest-ever USD tier 2 bond from a UAE Bank

Middle East | October 6, 2023 11:50:00 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), UAE's largest bank and one of the world's largest and strongest financial institutions, successfully issued its inaugural USD Tier 2 capital securities on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. ... read..

Indian govt considering reducing minimum export price of basmati rice: Piyush Goyal

Dubai | October 6, 2023 10:46:21 PM IST

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal on Friday said that the government is seriously considering reducing the minimum export price (MEP) of basmati rice. ... read..

Sharjah Consultative Council meets Sharjah Youth Delegation

Asia | October 6, 2023 10:46:16 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Consultative Council of Sharjah welcomed a delegation from the Sharjah Youth Council, headed by Majid Khaled Al Hammadi, Chairman of the Sharjah Youth Council. ... read..

UAE President Diplomatic Adviser Gargash meets UN Envoy for Libya

Asia | October 6, 2023 10:46:08 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): Dr. Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, today met with Abdoulaye Bathily, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Libya. ... read..

Pakistani women can perform Hajj without close male relative, says Pak ministry

Islamabad | October 6, 2023 10:45:55 PM IST

Pakistan's Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony has said that Pakistani women would be allowed to perform Hajj without a mehram (a close male relative) as per the Hajj Policy 2024, ARY News reported on Friday. ... read..

Mohammed bin Rashid orders third airlift of relief aid to Libya as part of ongoing humanitarian efforts

Asia | October 6, 2023 10:45:52 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered a third airlift of relief aid mobilised by Dubai's International Humanitarian City (IHC) to Benghazi, Libya, as part of ... read..

Nobel Peace Prize: Know who is Narges Mohammadi, the Iranian activist jailed for 31 years

Tehran | October 6, 2023 10:45:19 PM IST

Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi, who has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2023 for her fight against the oppression of women, has become synonymous with the battle for human rights in Iran. ... read..

Afghan students, teachers mark World Teachers' Day amid closed doors for girls

Kabul | October 6, 2023 9:49:19 PM IST

On October 5, students and teachers in Afghanistan observed World Teachers' Day for the second consecutive year while the doors of schools and universities remained closed to girls due to gender-based discrimination, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

5th AccessAbilities Expo to open in Dubai on October 9th

Middle East | October 6, 2023 9:49:12 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The much-anticipated 5th edition of the AccessAbilities Expo will get underway under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairm ... read..

"India is a priority for our business expansion": Sharaf Group Vice Chairman

Abu Dhabi | October 6, 2023 9:49:10 PM IST

Stating that the group has already invested 400 million USD in India, UAE-based Sharaf Group Vice Chairman Major General Sharafuddin Sharaf (Retd) said that India is a priority for the company's motive of business expansion. ... read..

Taiwan probes firms for providing services to Chinese companies linked to Huawei

Taipei | October 6, 2023 9:48:45 PM IST

Taiwan is currently conducting an investigation to determine whether four of its companies violated US sanctions or Taiwanese investment regulations by providing services to Chinese firms reportedly assisting Huawei in building semiconductor plants, CNN r ... read..

Dubai's weeklong real estate transactions exceed AED9.5bn

Middle East | October 6, 2023 9:48:42 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): A total of 1,445 real estate transactions worth over AED 9.5 billion were conducted during the week ending October 6, 2023, according to figures released by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets Tanzanian counterpart, discusses Tanzanian President's state visit to India

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 9:48:29 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Tanzanian Foreign Minister January Makamba and discussed the upcoming state visit of Tanzanian President Samia Hassan to India this week. ... read..

Preparatory meetings for UMEX and SimTEX 2024 get underway

Middle East | October 6, 2023 9:48:24 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Higher Organising Committee of the sixth edition of the Unmanned Systems Exhibition (UMEX) and Simulation and Training Exhibition (SimTEX) and the conference which accompanies them held its first meeting ahead of ... read..

"There is no problem right now, everyone is going to Canada normally": Immigration expert Kadian

Chandigarh (Punjab) | October 6, 2023 8:49:42 PM IST

Canada immigration expert Arvind Kumar Kadian on Friday said that there is no effect of the India-Canada standoff on student immigration visa processing between two countries and the situation is normal. ... read..

US: Aiming to be kingmaker, Donald Trump endorses Jim Jordan for House Speaker

Washington DC | October 6, 2023 8:49:32 PM IST

Aiming to play the 'kingmaker', former US President Donald Trump has endorsed Ohio representative Jim Jordan's bid for the Speaker of the House of Representatives, days after the ouster of Kevin McCarthy from the post, CNN reported. ... read..

CWC 2023: Cricket fever grips Australian High Commission, as diplomats test 'Hindi vocabulary' of cricketing terms

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 8:49:06 PM IST

As the cricket fever has reached its peak gripping every fan across the globe for the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup in India, the diplomats at the Australian High Commission also engaged in a fun game of 'Hindi Cricket vocabulary'. ... read..

Four members of Indian-origin family found dead in US

New Jersey | October 6, 2023 8:49:01 PM IST

An Indian-origin couple and their two children were found dead at their residence in Plainsboro town of New Jersey in US, and the case is being investigated as a homicide, said the Plainsboro Township Police Department. ... read..

US-based LAM Research plans to set up semiconductor lab in Karnataka

San Francisco | October 6, 2023 7:49:44 PM IST

LAM Research, a global provider of semiconductor equipment and services, has shown interest in setting up a new lab in Karnataka. ... read..

Dominican Republic Vice President's visit gives further momentum to bilateral relations with India: MEA

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 7:49:33 PM IST

The visit by Dominican Republic Vice President, Raquel Pena Rodriguez to India further bolstered the bilateral relationship between the two nations, which recently celebrated 25 years of diplomatic ties, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statemen ... read..

Venezuela issues arrest warrant for ex-opposition leader Juan Guaido

Caracas | October 6, 2023 7:49:26 PM IST

Venezuelan authorities have issued an arrest warrant for former opposition leader Juan Guaido, as announced by the country's Attorney General, Tarek William Saab, CNN reported. ... read..

PM Modi to inaugurate 9th Parliamentary Speakers' Summit on October 13

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 7:49:21 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 9th G20 Parliamentary Speakers' (P20) Summit on October 13, which aims to hold discussions on how Parliaments can effectively advance the objectives of the P20. ... read..

India, Italy condemn terrorism in all its forms; call for rule of law to combat terrorism

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 7:49:08 PM IST

India and Italy have once again jointly condemned terrorism in all its forms and reaffirmed their commitment to a zero-tolerance, comprehensive approach to prevent and combat terrorism based on the rule of law, informed the Ministry of External Affairs. ... read..

Tanzanian President to visit India, will hold bilateral dialogue with PM Modi

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 6:45:45 PM IST

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan will visit India from October 8 to 10, said the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday. ... read..

"It commits Finland to principle of collective defence", says envoy on joining NATO

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 6:45:38 PM IST

Stating that Finland joining the NATO military alliance reflects a "major shift" in its foreign and security policy, Finland Ambassador to India, Kimmo Lahdevirta emphasized that it signifies their commitment to the principle of collective defense. ... read..

Pakistan: Hepatitis patients await medicine supply in Punjab

Punjab | October 6, 2023 6:44:58 PM IST

The patients who have registered with the Hepatitis Control Program in Pakistan's Lahore have been waiting for medicines to complete their course, ARY News reported on Friday. ... read..

Geneva: Rights advocates call for recognising 1971 Bangladesh genocide by Pakistan Army

Geneva | October 6, 2023 5:46:56 PM IST

Many rights activists urged for international recognition and awareness of the genocide of Bengalis in Bangladesh, then known as East Pakistan, in 1971 by the Pakistani Army, informed Global Human Rights Defence (GHRD). ... read..

Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins 2023 Nobel Peace Prize

Stockholm | October 6, 2023 4:51:15 PM IST

Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and her fight to promote human rights and freedom for all. ... read..

MoIAT, Nafis launch training programmes to empower national talent across key sectors

Middle East | October 6, 2023 4:50:23 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has partnered with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) to launch 4 trainings under 'The Industrialist Programme'. ... read..

Dubai Municipality receives UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award for its 'FOG WATCH' initiative

Middle East | October 6, 2023 4:50:20 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality has been awarded the UN-Habitat Scroll of Honour Award in recognition of its ground-breaking 'FOG WATCH' initiative that aims to automate the disposal, final treatment, recycling, and primary use of foo ... read..

Zayed Higher Organisation, Abu Dhabi Racket Club to promote inclusive sports

Middle East | October 6, 2023 4:50:18 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) has inked a Memorandum of Understanding with the Abu Dhabi Racquet Games Club, underscoring their commitment to bolstering services for People of Determinati ... read..

Report claims Canadian diplomats outside Delhi moved to Kuala Lumpur, Singapore amid row

Ottawa | October 6, 2023 4:50:15 PM IST

Amid the ongoing diplomatic standoff between India and Canada in light of the latter's allegation of Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Toronto-based media publication, CTV News, claimed in a report that a ... read..

'Immense potential for India-Finland ties': Finland envoy Kimmo Lahdevirta

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 5:46:14 PM IST

As 2024 marks the 75th year of the diplomatic relationship between India and Finland, Ambassador of Finland to India Kimmo Lahdevirta, on Friday emphasized that the ongoing free trade negotiations between India and the European Union would produce benefic ... read..

EAM Jaishankar discusses trade, investments with Maltese counterpart

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 4:49:49 PM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Friday welcomed his Maltese counterpart, Ian Borg, to the national capital and the two held discussions on India's increasing trade and commerce and investments in the Mediterranean region. ... read..

10 yr old killed as Russian drone strikes residential building in Ukraine's Kharkiv

Kharkiv | October 6, 2023 4:49:42 PM IST

Russian forces launched a strike on a residential building in Ukraine's Kharkiv, killing a 10-year-old boy and injuring 26 on Friday, Al Jazeera reported quoting the regional governor. ... read..

Zayed Educational Complexes: A proactive vision for future UAE's generations

Middle East | October 6, 2023 3:46:16 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Zayed Educational Complexes project, implemented by the Emirates Schools Establishment () in cooperation with the Presidential Court and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, is one of the largest educational ... read..

UAE: MoIAT, Nafis launch training programmes to empower national talent across key sectors

Middle East | October 6, 2023 3:46:03 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has partnered with the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (Nafis) to launch 4 trainings under 'The Industrialist Programme'. ... read..

ICA Congress Abu Dhabi 2023 organises 'Hackathon' for school and university students

Middle East | October 6, 2023 3:46:00 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 6 (ANI/WAM): The International Council on Archives (ICA) Congress Abu Dhabi 2023 is organising the "Archives Hackathon" from October 10 to 12 as part of the Congress's events. ... read..

Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande visits Command and Staff College-Duluti in Tanzania

Dodoma | October 6, 2023 3:45:33 PM IST

Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande visited the Command and Staff College-Duluti in Tanzania on Thursday. ... read..

At least 100 killed, over 240 injured in drone attack on Syria military college

Damascus | October 6, 2023 3:45:31 PM IST

The death toll has risen to 100 in a drone attack on a Syria military college that took place in Homs province of the country early Friday, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Pak: Election Commission asks Sindh govt to withdraw perks, privileges of former ministers

Islamabad | October 6, 2023 2:45:54 PM IST

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), in a letter to the Sindh government, asked the Balochistan chief secretary to immediately reshuffle the additional chief secretary and three other senior officials of the province, The News International reported ... read..

"Tricky subject...support Canada's investigation:" US Special Envoy amid diplomatic row over Nijjar killing

Washington, DC | October 6, 2023 2:45:17 PM IST

India is big investment for us, expansion could be announced in Vibrant Gujarat Summit: EMAAR group CEO

Dubai | October 6, 2023 2:45:15 PM IST

UAE-based Emaar Properties Group CEO Amit Jain on Friday said India is a big investment for his company and the expansion announcement could be seen during the Vibrant Gujarat summit in New Delhi. ... read..

"Parity has been brought in to put pressure on Canada:" Former envoy on India's demand to reduce Canadian diplomats amid row

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 1:47:31 PM IST

Amid the ongoing India-Canada diplomatic row and New Delhi's demand to reduce the Canadian diplomatic staff here in the national capital, Former Indian diplomat KP Fabian has said that parity has been brought in to put pressure on Canada. ... read..

Putin indicates Russia could return to nuclear testing

Moscow | October 6, 2023 1:47:05 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking at a meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club, suggested that Russia could return to nuclear weapons testing and might withdraw from the nuclear test ban treaty, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Following McCarthy's ouster, Donald Trump says he would temporarily be speaker 'if necessary'

Washington, DC | October 6, 2023 1:46:57 PM IST

Following Kevin McCarthy's ouster, former president Donald Trump said he would accept a temporary position as Speaker of the House of Representatives in order to act as a "unifier" for the Republican Party until lawmakers decide on a candidate for the pos ... read..

Pakistan: Court initiates proceedings to declare former minister Elahi as 'proclaimed offender' in corruption case

Islamabad | October 6, 2023 1:46:53 PM IST

An accountability court of Pakistan on Thursday initiated proceedings to declare former federal minister Moonis Elahi as a 'proclaimed offender' (PO) in a case related to alleged corruption in development projects, reported Dawn. ... read..

Maltese Foreign Affairs Minister Ian Borg arrives in Delhi, to hold talks with EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | October 6, 2023 12:49:29 PM IST

The minister for Foreign Affairs, European Affairs and Trade of Malta, Ian Borg, arrived in India on Friday. ... read..

China rocket launch detected over Taiwan zone

Taipei | October 6, 2023 11:49:52 AM IST

China has launched a Long March rocket carrying a spy satellite that was reportedly spotted over Taiwan's air defence identification zone (ADIZ) on Thursday morning, according to Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND). ... read..

European Union Parliament condemns 'gender apartheid policy' of Taliban in Afghanistan

Kabul | October 6, 2023 11:49:25 AM IST

The European Union Parliament passed a resolution, criticising the severe violation of human rights in Afghanistan and the "gender apartheid policy of the Taliban", reported Khaama Press. ... read..

Indian-origin professor Joyeeta Gupta receives prestigious Dutch Prize for climate change work

Amsterdam | October 6, 2023 10:45:21 AM IST

Indian-origin professor Dr Joyeeta Gupta received the prestigious Dutch Prize for her work in the field of climate change. ... read..

'Pakistan holds sovereign right to expel any individuals, including Afghans': Balochistan govt

Islamabad | October 6, 2023 10:45:02 AM IST

Amid the ongoing row between Pakistan and Afghanistan over Afghan immigrants, Balochistan's Caretaker Information Minister Jan Achakzai said that Pakistan holds the sovereign right to expel any individuals, including those from Afghanistan if necessary, r ... read..

Putin suggests Wagner chief Prigozhin's plane crash was blown up inside, found detonated hand grenades

Moscow | October 6, 2023 9:45:13 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin suggested that the plane crash that killed the head of the Wagner mercenary force, Yevgeny Prigozhin, happened as hand grenades exploded inside the aircraft, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

6.0 magnitude earthquake hits Southeast of Honshu, Japan

Tokyo | October 6, 2023 9:45:07 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 on the Richter scale struck Southeast of Honshu in Japan on Friday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..

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