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Miniature Spectrometers for All: Israeli breakthrough in optical sensing
Tel Aviv | October 5, 2023 12:21:04 AM IST
Israeli researchers unveiled a tiny component based on artificial intelligence that could enable individuals to conduct a variety of tests, with their devices -- from checking blood oxygen levels to determining the amount of fat in a glass of milk and eve ... read..


Indian envoy conveys PM Modi's congratulatory message to newly elected Maldivian President Muizzu
Male | October 4, 2023 11:16:17 PM IST
Indian High Commissioner to the Republic of Maldives, Munu Mahawar, on Wednesday met with the newly elected Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, conveying Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message to the newly elected leader. ... read..


Kazakhstan: Astana to host meeting of world leaders, traditional religions
Astana | October 4, 2023 11:16:14 PM IST
The 21st meeting of the Secretariat of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions will take place in Astana on October 11, to further Kazakhstan's objective to promote its national values to the global community and showing an example of s ... read..


Russian journalist, who protested against Ukraine conflict on live TV, jailed in absentia
Moscow | October 4, 2023 11:16:12 PM IST
Russian journalist Marina Ovsyannikova, who staged a protest against the ongoing military conflict with Ukraine live on state-run television last year, was sentenced to eight and half years in prison in absentia, CNN reported on Wednesday citing a stateme ... read..


Mohamed Al Hussaini meets US Ambassador to UAE
Asia | October 4, 2023 11:15:58 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 4 (ANI/WAM): Mohamed bin Hadi Al Hussaini, UAE Minister of State for Financial Affairs, met with Martina Strong, the United States Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, at the Ministry's offices in Dubai, in the presence of several ... read..


DIFC opens inaugural Future Sustainability Forum
Asia | October 4, 2023 11:15:53 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 4 (ANI/WAM): In the presence of more than 1000 industry leaders and changemakers from across 30 countries, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) opened the first ever Future Sustainability Forum ("The Forum") today at the Ritz-C ... read..


"Proud to see US, India working together for more peaceful world": Envoy Eric Garcetti
By Saurabh Trivedi

New Delhi | October 4, 2023 11:15:43 PM IST
The US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, on Wednesday, said the "great minds" back in his homeland and India can find more paths to peace. ... read..


"Ready to take qualitative leap with India": Dominican Republic Vice President
New Delhi | October 4, 2023 10:19:16 PM IST
Stating that the future of bilateral relations between New Delhi and the Dominican Republic is 'bright', Vice President of the Dominican Republic, Raquel Pena Rodriguez on Wednesday extended support for India in its bid to become a permanent member of the ... read..


"A very wise man": Russian President Vladimir Putin praises PM Modi
Moscow | October 4, 2023 10:19:06 PM IST
Heaping praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin called him a "very wise man", adding that India is making great strides in development under his leadership, Russia-based media RT reported. ... read..


Asian Games: 'Tiananmen massacre' reference behind China censoring photo of two athletes
Beijing | October 4, 2023 9:19:44 PM IST
China reportedly censored a photograph of two Chinese hurdlers embracing after a race because their lane numbers formed an accidental reference to the Tiananmen massacre in 1989, CNN reported. ... read..


UK: PoK activists hold protest outside Pakistan consulate in Bradford
Bradford | October 4, 2023 8:19:20 PM IST
Exiled Kashmiris from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) gathered outside Pakistan's consulate in Bradford city of United Kingdom to demonstrate against Pakistani security forces for violating human rights. ... read..


India signs two MoUs in ocean sciences, medical product regulation with Dominican Republic
New Delhi | October 4, 2023 7:15:48 PM IST
India on Wedesday signed two Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) in ocean sciences and medical product regulation with Dominican Republic. ... read..


6.3 magnitude of earthquake jolts Philippines
Manila | October 4, 2023 7:15:30 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 on the Richer scale jolted the Philippines on Wednesday, the National Centre of Seismology (NCS) informed through a post on social media. ... read..


China spurns new Belt and Road projects for Pakistan citing 'political instability': Report
Islamabad | October 4, 2023 6:21:02 PM IST
China has rejected the calls for investing in fresh Belt and Road projects in Pakistan, citing political uncertainty and deteriorating security plaguing Islamabad, Nikkei Asia reported. ... read..


Nobel Prize in Chemistry honours innovators of 'quantum dots' technology
Stockholm | October 4, 2023 6:20:57 PM IST
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry for the year 2023 has been awarded to three scientists - Moungi G Bawendi, Louis E Brus, and Alexei I Ekimov - for their discovery and synthesis of 'quantum dots'. ... read..


China stalling IMF relief for debt grip Sri Lanka: Report
Colombo | October 4, 2023 6:20:24 PM IST
Sri Lanka's is facing a big challenge from its largest bilateral lender, China to secure a concrete debt relief framework, as it is blocking access to desperately needed cash bailout of 3 billion US dollars' from International Monetary fund, Nikkei Asia r ... read..


UK Media report claims, 55 Chinese sailors killed after nuclear submarine accident in August
London | October 4, 2023 4:20:39 PM IST
Following an unfortunate capture of their nuclear submarine in a trap meant to snare British as well as the US sub-surface vessels in the Yellow Sea, at least 55 Chinese sailors were killed in an accident in August in the Yellow Sea, according to a report ... read..


Dubai Municipality upgrades its 'Mobile Food Testing Lab' to include chemical, gemological testing
Europe | October 4, 2023 4:20:34 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 4 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality has unveiled significant upgrades to its "Mobile Food Testing Lab", transforming the scope of services it offers in Dubai. This innovative laboratory now incorporates additional testing capabilities, in ... read..


ADFD delegation explores opportunities for strategic collaboration with NAFFCO
Middle East | October 4, 2023 4:19:58 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 4 (ANI/WAM): A high-level delegation representing Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) and the Abu Dhabi Exports Office (ADEX) recently visited NAFFCO, a global leader in fire safety solutions. ... read..


Afghanistan: Two people killed in road accident in Jawzjan
Kabul | October 4, 2023 4:19:51 PM IST
At least two people have been killed in a road accident on the Balkh-Jawzjan highway in Afghanistan. One person, as a result of the accident, has also sustained injuries, reported Khaama Press citing the provincial authorities. ... read..


MoIAT launches Green ICV to reward companies for adopting sustainable practices
Middle East | October 4, 2023 4:19:49 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 4 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has announced the adoption of the new Green ICV criteria and bonus within the National In-Country Value (ICV) Programme to encourage sustainability practices throug ... read..


'High-powered' collaboration between China, Pakistan under CPEC diminishes due to economic realities
Islamabad | October 4, 2023 3:19:26 PM IST
The so-called 'high powered' collaboration between Beijing and Islamabad under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a 3000 km Chinese infrastructure network project undertaken in Pakistan now appears to take a noticeable shift, facing significant ... read..


Pakistan: Eight persons detained over suspicion of involvement in Mastung suicide attack
Islamabad | October 4, 2023 3:19:21 PM IST
Eight people have been detained on suspicion of helping to plan or be involved in a suicide blast in BAlochistan district of Mastung, ARY News reported citing the investigation sources on Wednesday. ... read..


UN member states should "not vote for China" for seat at UNHRC: Human Rights Watch China director
Beijing | October 4, 2023 2:20:04 PM IST
The Human Rights Watch China director, Sophie Richardson has urged the United Nations(UN) Member countries to make a choice and "note vote for China" for a seat at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) amid its growing human rights violations ag ... read..


Five people injured in Baltimore Campus shooting, search for shooters underway
Washington, DC | October 4, 2023 1:16:02 PM IST
Five people have been injured after a shooter on the Morgan State University Campus began shooting at multiple people on Tuesday night, CBS News reported citing the officials. ... read..


Pakistan mulls selling its Reko Diq shares to Saudi Arabia, anticipates USD10 billion refinery deal
Islamabad | October 4, 2023 1:15:13 PM IST
The federal government is considering selling the shares it now owns in the Reko Diq project to Saudi Arabia in order to attract investment from the Gulf state, reported The News International. ... read..


US: 'Multiple victims' confirmed after active shooter situation at Morgan State University in Baltimore
Washington, DC | October 4, 2023 12:20:53 PM IST
An 'active shooter situation' has been reported at the Morgan State University in Baltimore on Tuesday night (local time), with 'multiple victims' being confirmed, CNN reported citing Baltimore police officials. ... read..


US: Vivek Ramaswamy says chaos 'not a bad thing' after House Speaker McCarthy's ouster
Washington, DC | October 4, 2023 12:20:22 PM IST
Following the ouster of US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday, Indian-American entrepreneur and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has said that the resultant chaos is a positive thing, according to The Hill. ... read..


Pakistan: 10 terrorists killed in gun battle with security forces in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Rawalpindi | October 4, 2023 10:21:03 AM IST
At least 10 terrorists were killed in a gun battle with the security forces in the Tank region of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Pezu neighbourhood on Tuesday, ARY News reported citing the country's military media wing. ... read..


Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy, principles highlighted during event in Geneva
Geneva | October 4, 2023 10:20:57 AM IST
During the ongoing Human Rights Council session in Geneva at the iconic UN HQ, Palais des Nations, the principles of Mahatma Gandhi were highlighted to commemorate the International Day of Non-Violence. ... read..


Canada wants "private talks" with India to resolve diplomatic dispute: Foreign Minister Melanie Joly
Ottawa | October 4, 2023 8:19:58 AM IST
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Tuesday said that the country wants "private talks with India to resolve a diplomatic dispute" over the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Reuters reported. ... read..


China's military releases animation on Taiwan 'reunification'
Beijing | October 4, 2023 8:19:56 AM IST
Chinas military on Sunday released an animation depicting the journey to reunite two halves of a torn scroll across the Taiwan Strait, according to CNN. ... read..


2 US army soldiers die in Alaska after vehicle flips
Alaska | October 4, 2023 7:15:31 AM IST
Two US Army soldiers have died, 12 others are injured after a military vehicle flipped on its way to a training exercise in Alaska on Monday, the US Army Alaska said, The New York Times reported. ... read..


Joe Biden thanks Qatars emir for US-Iran prisoner swap deal
Washington DC | October 4, 2023 7:15:27 AM IST
US President Joe Biden has thanked Qatars Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani for his help in mediating a landmark prisoner swap deal with Iran, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


EU calls for immediate release of detained women in Afghanistan
Kabul | October 4, 2023 6:18:23 AM IST
The European Union (EU) has called for the immediate release of women detained in Afghanistan for defending their and others rights and said arbitrary detentions undermine the caretaker governments domestic legitimacy, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Italy: Bus crash near Venice kills 21 people
Rome | October 4, 2023 6:18:20 AM IST
As many as 21 people have been killed, including two children after a passenger bus carrying Italians and foreigners fell off a bridge in Mestre, Italy, near Venice on Tuesday, CNN reported. ... read..


18 killed in explosion at illegal oil refinery in southern Nigeria
Abuja | October 4, 2023 6:18:18 AM IST
As many as 18 people including a pregnant woman have been killed in an explosion at an illegal oil refinery in southern Nigeria, a security official and residents said, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


US House removes McCarthy as Speaker
Washington DC | October 4, 2023 6:18:27 AM IST
The US House of Representatives on Tuesday (US local time) voted to oust Republican Kevin McCarthy as Speaker, a never-before-seen historic vote that leaves the lower chamber of Congress in chaos, The Hill reported. ... read..


Pakistan sets November 1 as deadline for illegal immigrants to leave country
Islamabad | October 4, 2023 4:19:10 AM IST
Pakistans caretaker federal government has set November 1 as the deadline for illegal immigrants to leave the country or else face deportation, ARY News reported. ... read..


2 children killed in mine explosion in Afghanistans Jowzjan
Kabul | October 4, 2023 4:19:07 AM IST
Two children were killed while one sustained injuries in a mine explosion in Afghanistans Jowzjan province, said local government officials, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


"We're aware of those concerns but...": US over raids on journalists for Chinese link
Washington DC | October 4, 2023 3:16:12 AM IST
Responding to the raids on journalists in India and allegations of connection to China, the US has said it is aware of these concerns and has taken note of the reporting regarding the affiliations of these outlets with the People's Republic of China (PRC) ... read..


Gilgit Baltistan: NATCO employees protest over non-payment of salaries
Asia | October 4, 2023 2:19:53 AM IST
The North Area Transport Company (NATCO) of Gilgit Baltistan is finding itself in a state of economic crisis. ... read..


"We continue to be deeply concerned...": US on Canada's allegations regarding Nijjar killing
Washington DC | October 4, 2023 2:19:51 AM IST
The US has said it is "deeply concerned" about Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeaus allegations regarding the Indian government's 'potential role' in the fatal shooting of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. ... read..


UAE Minister Thani Al Zeyoudi meets Japanese counterpart to discuss strengthening bilateral economic cooperation
Middle East | October 3, 2023 11:45:34 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade, met Iwata Kazuchika, Japans newly appointed State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, in Abu Dhabi for talks on deepening the two countries ... read..


UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention, WHO team up for three-day workshop on child nutrition
Middle East | October 3, 2023 11:45:30 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), in collaboration with the WHO Regional Office for the Eastern Mediterranean, has organised a comprehensive three-day training workshop in a proactive move aimed at bolsteri ... read..


Pakistan to deport 1.1 million illegal immigrants, including Afghan refugees
Kabul | October 3, 2023 11:45:19 PM IST
In a recent announcement, the Pakistani government revealed its plan to deport 1.1 million illegal immigrants from the country, including individuals with Afghan refugees permits, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar, Dominican Republic Vice President discuss strengthening of bilateral ties
New Delhi | October 3, 2023 11:45:10 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held a meeting with Dominican Republic Vice President Raquel Pena Rodriguez and discussed further strengthening of bilateral ties, particulary in trade, commerce, education, defence, space and renewables. ... read..


MoS Lekhi, Catherine Russel discuss strengthening India-UNICEF partnership
New Delhi | October 3, 2023 11:45:06 PM IST
Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs and Culture, Meenakashi Lekhi, on Tuesday met the Global Executive Director of UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund), Catherine Russell, and discussed ways to strengthen India-UNICEF t ... read..


Bangladesh reports 13 more deaths from dengue, fatalities reach 1,030
Dhaka | October 3, 2023 10:50:12 PM IST
Bangladesh reported 13 more deaths from dengue in 24 hours till Tuesday morning, taking the total number of fatalities from mosquito-borne disease to 1,030 this year, Bangladesh-based Dhaka Tribune reported. ... read..


Thousands celebrate Sukkot holiday in Hebron
Middle East | October 3, 2023 10:50:08 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 3 (ANI/TPS): While the traditional Priestly Blessing at the Western Wall in Jerusalem is best known Israeli highlight of the Sukkot holiday, thousands of Jews visited Hebron and its Tomb of the Patriarchs on Tuesday. ... read..


Its important that diplomats remain on ground: Canadian Foreign Minister amid row with India
Ottawa | October 3, 2023 10:49:39 PM IST
Amid the continuing diplomatic fallout of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's claim of the involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar,Canada's Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Tuesday called it important that d ... read..


Canada not looking to escalate situation with India, will continue to "engage responsibly": Justin Trudeau
Ottawa | October 3, 2023 10:49:37 PM IST
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday said that his country was not "looking to escalate the situation with India," adding that Ottawa wants to remain on the ground in New Delhi to help Canadians, Reuters reported. ... read..


Jamaica: Over 60 school kids hospitalised after eating cannabis candy
Kingston | October 3, 2023 9:45:18 PM IST
More than 60 elementary school students were hospitalised after inadvertently consuming cannabis-laced candy, CNN reported citing officials. ... read..


Blinken to visit Israel, Saudi Arabia amid normalisation push
Middle East | October 3, 2023 9:45:02 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 3 (ANI/TPS): US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit Israel and Saudi Arabia later this month amid a diplomatic push to bring the Sunni kingdom into the Abraham Accords. ... read..


David Litvinov and heavy lifting of Israeli-Saudi peace
Middle East | October 3, 2023 9:44:59 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 3 (ANI/TPS): As Israel and Saudi Arabia continue inching their way towards peace, a member of an Israeli weightlifting team that was the first to compete in athletic tournament inside the desert kingdom shared with the Tazpit Pr ... read..


COAS Manoj Pande addresses Tanzanias National Defence College on security scenario
Dodoma | October 3, 2023 8:45:05 PM IST
Chief of Army Staff General Manoj Pande Tuesday addressed the faculty at Tanzanias National Defence College on Current Security Scenario and need for joint efforts through Bilateral Collaborations. ... read..


Bhutan King attends opening ceremony of last session of third Parliament
Thimphu | October 3, 2023 8:45:00 PM IST
Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck attended the opening ceremony of the last session of the third Parliament, The Bhutan Live reported. ... read..


Inflation in Pakistan rises to 31 pc in September
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 8:44:55 PM IST
Inflation in Pakistan jumped to 31.4 per cent in September, the highest rate in four months, due to an increase in prices of electricity and fuel, affecting the people the maximum at a time when poverty and unemployment were already witnessing a sharp ris ... read..


G20 a glimpse of what future of India-UK ties can be: Rishi Sunak
Manchester | October 3, 2023 7:45:09 PM IST
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the Group of Twenty (G20) Summit, was merely a glimpse of what India and United Kingdom relationship can achieve. ... read..


Afghan refugees in Pakistan, Iran complain about mistreatment: Report
Kabul | October 3, 2023 7:45:04 PM IST
Afghan refugees in Pakistan and Iran have complained about mistreatment by the host countries, Afghanistan-based TOLO News reported. ... read..


4.7 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistans Fayzabad
Kabul | October 3, 2023 6:44:39 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 on the Richter Scale jolted Afghanistans Fayzabad on Tuesday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


MoS Ranjan Singhs Timor-Leste visit adds momentum to bilateral cooperation
New Delhi | October 3, 2023 6:44:29 PM IST
Minister of State (MoS) of External Affairs, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, paid an official visit to Timor-Leste from September 30 - October 2, the first ministerial-level visit from India to Timor-Leste since 2018, Ministry of External Affairs informed. ... read..


Three persons killed, four others injured in shooting at Bangkok shopping mall
Bangkok | October 3, 2023 6:44:10 PM IST
Three persons were killed and four others injured in a shooting at a shopping mall in Bangkok on Tuesday. Police in Thailand have arrested a 14-year-old after the shooting incident in the mall. ... read..


US President Biden's son Hunter to appear in court in Delaware over gun charges
Washington, DC | October 3, 2023 5:44:59 PM IST
US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden is due to appear in federal court in Delaware's Wilmington on Tuesday to be arraigned on firearms charges brought by special counsel David Weiss, CNN reported. ... read..


5 hospitalised as 3 back-to-back earthquakes strike Nepal; landslide blocks highway
Kathmandu | October 3, 2023 5:44:21 PM IST
A third earthquake of 3.8 magnitude struck Nepal shortly after twin earthquakes jolted the western part of the Himalayan country on Tuesday afternoon. ... read..


Two earthquakes jolt Nepal in quick succession
Kathmandu | October 3, 2023 4:51:06 PM IST
Two earthquakes of magnitude 6.2 and 4.6 on the Richter Scale struck Nepal on Tuesday, with tremors felt in large parts of India, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..


Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, Anne LHuillier win Nobel Prize in Physics
Stockholm | October 3, 2023 4:50:42 PM IST
Scientists Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz and Anne LHuillier have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics "for experimental methods that generate attosecond pulses of light for the study of electron dynamics in matter." ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan moves Islamabad HC against bail suspension in Toshakhana case
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 3:45:51 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chief and former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan filed a petition with the Islamabad High Court on Tuesday to challenge the suspension of his interim bails in the cases involving Toshakhana and 190 million pounds, ARY News ... read..


Dutch researcher's Pakistan quake prediction takes social media by storm
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 3:45:42 PM IST
A Dutch research organisation's warning that Pakistan may soon see a strong earthquake has not only gone viral on social media, but even the authorities appear to be taking it seriously, according to Dawn. ... read..


South Korean companies eyeing expansion in UAE's oil and gas sector: Officials
Asia | October 3, 2023 3:45:39 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): Top executives from South Korean companies have affirmed that numerous firms are actively looking to expand and inject new investments into the UAE's oil and gas sector, noting that the UAE is attracting capital seeki ... read..


Dubai Chambers reveals four key pillars that will shape agenda at Dubai Business Forum
Middle East | October 3, 2023 3:45:32 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Chambers has announced details of the Dubai Business Forums key thematic pillars ahead of the eagerly anticipated event, which will bring the global business community together at Madinat Jumeirah from November ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi moves IHC, fears Khan could be "poisoned" in Adiala Jail
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 3:45:12 PM IST
Pakistan former prime minister Imran Khans wife Bushra Bibi has approached the Islamabad High Court (IHC) to seek enhanced security for her husband in Adiala jail, fearing that he could be "poisoned", reported The Express Tribune. ... read..


Islamabad police detain over 60 foreigners staying illegally in Pakistan
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 3:45:07 PM IST
The Islamabad police have detained 61 foreigners staying illegally in the capital, reported Dawn. ... read..


ADNOC first company in Middle East to receive ISCC Certification to produce sustainable aviation fuel
Middle East | October 3, 2023 3:45:04 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): ADNOC announced on Tuesday that its Ruwais Refinery had received International Sustainability Carbon Certification (ISCC) for the production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), making it the first company in the Middl ... read..


Bhutan plans on reducing 'expensive' airfares to boost tourism
Thimphu | October 3, 2023 3:45:24 PM IST
In order to boost the tourism sector, Bhutan has planned to reduce the 'expensive' airfares to lower the price for visitors travelling to the country, Bhutan Live reported. ... read..


US, Philippines launch military drills amid surge in China tensions
Washington, DC | October 3, 2023 3:44:53 PM IST
In the midst of escalating tensions between Manila and Beijing over territorial disputes in the South China Sea, the US military began two weeks of multilateral exercises on Monday with its Philippine allies and other foreign partners, according to CNN. ... read..


Dominican Republic Vice President calls on President Murmu
New Delhi | October 3, 2023 2:45:59 PM IST
Vice President of the Dominican Republic, Raquel Pena Rodriguez on Tuesday called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..


US: Over 30 American youth initiated as monks at BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville
Robbinsville (New Jersey) | October 3, 2023 2:45:27 PM IST
In a first-of-its-kind event in the US, over 30 American youths were initiated as Hindu Swamis (monks) by Mahant Swami Maharaj, pledging a life of service, sacrifice, and devotion. ... read..


Pakistan: EC rejects concerns raised by Free and Fair Election Network over preliminary delimitation
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 1:51:10 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has addressed concerns raised by the Free and Fair Election Network (Fafen) on the core aspects of its preliminary delimitation report, reported ARY News. ... read..


Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to run for third term in December polls
Cairo | October 3, 2023 1:51:07 PM IST
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has announced that he would run for a third term in the next election in December, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


CBUAE lifts monitoring imposed on bank operating in UAE
Middle East | October 3, 2023 1:50:51 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) announced the conclusion of administrative measures it had previously imposed on a bank operating in the UAE. ... read..


Thousands attend priestly blessing at Jerusalems western wall
Middle East | October 3, 2023 1:50:48 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], October 3 (ANI/TPS): Thousands of Jews converged on the Western Wall in Jerusalem on Monday for Sukkot holiday prayers, including the Birkat Kohanim (Priestly Blessing). ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister, Chilean counterpart discuss bilateral cooperation in Santiago
Middle East | October 3, 2023 1:50:36 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], October 3 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Alberto van Klaveren, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Chile, discussed bilateral relations and means to further develop them across various sectors. ... read..


Afghan woman entrepreneur creates job opportunities, empowers women
Kabul | October 3, 2023 12:45:58 PM IST
Afghan entrepreneur Sima Noorzadeh has empowered numerous women by creating job opportunities for them despite the harsh restrictions placed by the Taliban since its rise to power. ... read..


DR Congo's Nobel Laureate Denis Mukwege announces presidential bid
Kinshasa | October 3, 2023 12:45:46 PM IST
The Nobel Peace Prize Laureate of Democratic Republic of Congo, Denis Mukwege has declared his bid for the presidential polls that are slated to take place in December, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..


Our support for Ukraine permanent, says European Union Chief Borell in Kyiv
Kyiv | October 3, 2023 12:45:44 PM IST
European Union Foreign Affairs Chief Josep Borrell has reaffirmed to Ukraine that the EU's support for Ukraine does not depend on one-day battlefield advances, reported CNN. ... read..


Afghan refugees in Iran rises to 5 million in past two years
Kabul | October 3, 2023 12:45:39 PM IST
The number of Afghan refugees in Iran has surged from approximately 2 million to 5 million over the past two years, reported Khaama Press. ... read..


At least 10 killed in Zimbabwe gold mine collapse, search operation underway
Harare | October 3, 2023 12:45:19 PM IST
At least 10 people were killed after a gold mine collapsed in Zimbabwe's Chegutu district, reported CNN. ... read..


Amnesty urges France to facilitate visa issuance for Afghan women, girls
Kabul | October 3, 2023 11:50:14 AM IST
In a recent move, Amnesty International has launched a campaign to urge the French government to facilitate the issuance of visas for Afghan women and girls, reported Khaama Press. ... read..


Trump campaign sent birdcage, bird food to her hotel room, claims Nikki Haley
Washington, DC | October 3, 2023 11:49:59 AM IST
Republican candidate for 2024 US Presidential elections Nikki Haley claimed that she received a birdcage and bird food in her hotel room from Trump Campaign, according to The Hill. ... read..


Pakistan People's Party 'only party' that wants timely elections: PPP chief
Islamabad | October 3, 2023 11:49:53 AM IST
Amid tensions related to Pakistan general elections, the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) claimed that it is the "only" political party in the country that wanted timely elections, Dawn reported. ... read..


Indian envoy to Panama pays floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, Indian diaspora ladies sing 'Gandhi bhajans'
Panama City | October 3, 2023 10:44:38 AM IST
India's ambassador to Panama Sumit Seth paid floral tribute at the Gandhi statue on the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on Monday. ... read..


Dominican Republic Vice President Raquel Pena Rodriguez arrives in Delhi, kickstarts 3-day visit
New Delhi | October 3, 2023 9:44:24 AM IST
Vice President of the Dominican Republic, Raquel Pena Rodriguez arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday on a three-day visit to India. ... read..


Philadelphia journalist and advocate Josh Kruger shot dead at home
Philadelphia (Pennsylvania) | October 3, 2023 9:44:20 AM IST
Philadelphia journalist and advocate Josh Kruger was shot and killed on Monday morning, CNN reported citing police officials. ... read..


China mocks Taiwan's first indigenous submarine
Asia | October 3, 2023 10:44:40 AM IST
China responded with mocking derision when Taiwan unveiled its first Indigenous Defense Submarine (IDS), which displaces approximately 2,700 tons, at a ceremony in Kaohsiung on 28 September. Taiwan is planning to construct up to eight such submarines and, ... read..


"Over 400 Indian companies have invested in Vietnam...": Indian envoy
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | October 3, 2023 7:44:05 AM IST
Indias Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Madan Mohan Sethi highlighted the cordial and friendly relationship between India and Vietnam, emphasizing their historical ties through civilization that spans over 2,000 years. ... read..


Bangladesh dengue outbreak: Death toll crosses 1000
Dhaka | October 3, 2023 7:44:00 AM IST
More than 1,000 people in Bangladesh have died of dengue fever in 2023, shows official data, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


UK companies to design, manufacture AUKUS nuclear submarines
London | October 3, 2023 7:43:58 AM IST
The United Kingdom has awarded three UK companies a 4 billion pound ( USD 4.9 bn) contract to design and manufacture a nuclear-powered attack submarine as part of the countrys AUKUS programme with Australia and the United States, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Indias Consulate General in New York celebrates Gandhi Jayanti in collaboration with Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
New York | October 3, 2023 7:43:56 AM IST
Indias Consulate General in New York on Monday celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and the International Day of Non-violence in Manhattan in collaboration with Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan. ... read..


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