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UAE: 'Al Jundi' Magazine provides realistic understanding of military, security sector: Commander of Land Forces

Middle East | October 1, 2023 6:15:44 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 1 (ANI/WAM): For fifty years, "Al Jundi'' Magazine has influenced us with important topics in various defence and security fields by publishing studies, research, and reports that address issues of regional and international relev ... read..

EU foreign policy chief visits Odesa on 1-year anniversary of illegal annexations by Russia

Odesa | October 1, 2023 6:15:35 PM IST

European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell made a visit to Odesa on Saturday, marking the one-year anniversary of Russia's illegal annexation of four Ukrainian regions. The purpose of his visit was to show solidarity and support for Ukraine during ... read..

Israel searching for survivors as empty migrant boat washes ashore

Middle East | October 1, 2023 6:15:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 1 (ANI/TPS): Israeli authorities were searching for survivors after a migrant rubber boat containing documents and equipment washed up on a beach near Netanya but no people on Sunday morning. ... read..

Afghanistan: 3000 families in Baharak district lack safe drinking water

Kabul | October 1, 2023 6:15:29 PM IST

The Taliban-appointed officials of Baharak district in Takhar province of Afghanistan said 3000 families in the district lack safe drinking water, TOLO News reported. ... read..

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins tests positive for Covid

Auckland | October 1, 2023 6:15:24 PM IST

New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has tested Covid positive at a time when his general elections campaign has entered its last two weeks, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday. ... read..

Biden reaffirms support to Ukraine as government shutdown is narrowly averted

Washington | October 1, 2023 5:15:19 PM IST

In a high-stakes situation, United States (US) President Joe Biden has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting Ukraine while the United States narrowly sidestepped a government shutdown on Saturday, CNN reported. ... read..

Ministry of External Affairs officials participate in Swachhata Hi Seva campaign

New Delhi | October 1, 2023 5:15:09 PM IST

As part of Swachhata Hi Seva Shramdaan, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) organised a cleanliness drive at four of its complexes. The events witnessed the enthusiastic participation of MEA officials and their family members, Ministry of External Affa ... read..

UAE: ADIPEC gathers global energy leaders in Abu Dhabi tomorrow

Middle East | October 1, 2023 4:15:43 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 1 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and hosted by ADNOC, the ADIPEC 2023 will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from Monday, October 2, run until Thursday, Oc ... read..

UAE Pavilion shares the countrys agricultural legacy at the upcoming International Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha

Middle East | October 1, 2023 4:15:29 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 1 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Pavilion will present Nurturing Legacy at the upcoming International Horticultural Expo 2023 in Doha, Qatar, from October 2, 2023, to March 28, 2024, which will convene approximately 80 international partici ... read..

Women and men are not equal: Taliban Education Minister

Kabul | October 1, 2023 4:15:23 PM IST

Taliban-appointed acting minister of Higher Education, Neda Mohammad Nadim emphasized that based on Sharia, men and women are not equal, reported TOLO News. ... read..

Pakistan: Man arrested for impersonating police officer, extorting PKR 100,000

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 4:15:21 PM IST

A man was apprended on Saturday for allegedly impersonating a police officer and extorting at least Pakistani Rupee (PKR) 100,000 from a citizen, reported The Express Tribune. ... read..

"Disorderly behaviour": Glasgow Gurdwara General Secy condemns Indian envoy's denial of entry

London | October 1, 2023 4:15:19 PM IST

Prabhjot Kaur, General Secretary, Glasgow Gurdwara, has condemned the incident, where Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Vikram Doraiswami was stopped from attending a planned interaction at the religious site and termed it "disorderly behavi ... read..

Turkey: Suicide bomber detonates explosive device in Ankara, two police personnel injured

Ankara | October 1, 2023 3:16:15 PM IST

Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said that two police officers were injured after a suicide bomber detonated an explosive device in front of the ministry building in Ankara, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

"Decision to shut down Afghan embassy is not because of India": Former Indian envoy

New Delhi | October 1, 2023 3:16:13 PM IST

Following the closure of the Afghan embassy in India, Bhaswati Mukherjee, former Indian envoy to the Netherlands said that the decision to shut down the embassy is not because of India. ... read..

President of Guyana receives UAE Foreign Minister for discussions on bilateral cooperation, climate action under COP28

Others | October 1, 2023 3:16:04 PM IST

Georgetown [Guyana], October 1 (ANI/WAM): President Mohamed Irfaan Ali of Guyana received Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, on a working lunch here in the presence of Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, Prime Minister Mark P ... read..

Pakistan: Cop, two terrorists killed in attack on Mianwali patrolling post

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 3:15:58 PM IST

A policeman and two terrorists were killed in Pakistan after a group of terrorists attacked a Punjab Highway Patrolling (PHP) Post in Mianwali, reported ARY News. ... read..

Pakistan: Court issues bailable arrest warrant for Moonis Elahi in money laundering case

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 2:15:34 PM IST

A local court in Lahore on Saturday issued a bailable arrest warrant for Pakistan's former federal minister and Pakistan Tehreek Insaaf (PTI) leader Moonis Elahi in a case related to money laundering, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

India, Bangladesh conclude 15th Joint Working Group on Trade Meeting, discuss several bilateral issues

New Delhi | October 1, 2023 2:15:22 PM IST

The 15th Meeting of the Joint Working Group on Trade (JWG) between India and Bangladesh was held on September 26 and 27 in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where the two nations discussed various bilateral issues, including removal of port restrictions, the groundwork ... read..

Pakistan: Awami National Party leader Javed Khan shot dead in Swabi

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 2:15:18 PM IST

Awami National Party (ANP) provincial council member Javed Khan aged 55 years was shot dead by two unidentified motorcyclists in the Swabi region of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

PML-N to approach Lahore Court for Nawaz Sharif's bail before his arrival in Pakistan

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 1:16:23 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has decided to approach the Lahore High Court (LHC) for PML-N supremo Nawaz Sharif's bail before he arrives in Pakistan, Pakistan-based Geo News reported citing The News. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf calls for formation of judicial commission to probe cipher case

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 1:16:17 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday rejected a challan submitted by Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) and called for the formation of a judicial commission to investigate the cipher case, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

'New India is an India of Chandrayaan, CoWIN, 5G...": EAM Jaishankar

Washington DC | October 1, 2023 12:17:21 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday highlighted the major achievements of India in the field of space, technology and pharmacy and said that the new India is an India of Chandrayaan, an India of CoWIN, and an India of 5G. ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Mohamed Muizzu for winning Maldives presidential polls

New Delhi | October 1, 2023 12:17:15 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Mohamed Muizzu, who the Maldivian presidential elections. ... read..

'Success of G20 is success of India-US partnership': Jaishankar

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC | October 1, 2023 12:17:00 PM IST

Hailing India's success in hosting the G20 summit this year, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India's approach to the international summit was a success of the India-US partnership. ... read..

Global acceptance of Taliban depends on respecting womens rights: US Envoy

Kabul | October 1, 2023 10:15:32 AM IST

If Taliban does not respect womens rights, it cannot join the international community, the US envoy for Afghan women and human rights, Rina Amiri said, Khaama Press reported on Saturday. ... read..

India, US see each other as very desirable, optimal, comfortable partners: EAM Jaishankar

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington DC | October 1, 2023 9:16:52 AM IST

Stating that there is no limit to the India-US relationship, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that today, New Delhi and Washington see each other as desirable, optimal, comfortable partners. ... read..

US: Senate passes stopgap funding bill, averts shutdown till mid-November

Washington DC | October 1, 2023 9:16:38 AM IST

The United States Senate passed a stopgap funding measure on Saturday evening within its deadline to prevent a federal government shutdown, reported CNN. ... read..

UAE: Hamdan bin Mohammed witnesses graduation of third cohort of Dubai Future Experts Programme

Middle East | October 1, 2023 8:15:32 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 1 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of the Executive Council and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Dubai Future Foundation, witnessed the graduation of candidates from ... read..

Pakistan: Death toll in Mastung suicide blast jumps to 59

Quetta | October 1, 2023 8:15:31 AM IST

Seven more people succumbed to their injuries from the suicide blast in Balochistan's Mastung district, as death toll from the incident rose to 59, Geo News reported on Saturday citing a spokesperson of the Civil Hospital in Quetta. ... read..

Gloabl acceptance of Taliban depends on respecting womens rights: US Envoy

Kabul | October 1, 2023 8:15:27 AM IST

If Taliban does not respect womens rights, it cannot join the international community, the US envoy for Afghan women and human rights, Rina Amiri said, Khaama Press reported on Saturday. ... read..

Maktaba launches 11th Little Writer in the Big Book competition

Middle East | October 1, 2023 8:15:25 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 1 (ANI/WAM): Maktaba at the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT-Abu Dhabi) has launched the 11th edition of its Little Writer in the Big Book competition for 2023-2024. This years edition will focus on sustainabili ... read..

Growing Diplomacy: Israel and Morocco sign agriculture agreement

Middle East | October 1, 2023 8:15:23 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], October 1 (ANI/TPS): In a significant move toward expanding agricultural collaboration, Israels Minister of Agriculture, Avi Dichter, and his Moroccan counterpart, Mohammed Sadiki, have signed a declaration to bolster agricultural coop ... read..

SIMBEX 23: India, Singapore bilateral maritime exercise concludes

Asia | October 1, 2023 7:15:26 AM IST

Indian Naval Ships Ranvijay (guided-missile Destroyer), Kavaratti (ASW Corvette), submarine Sindhukesari and a long range Maritime Patrol Aircraft P8I participated in the 30th edition of Singapore India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) in Singapore, t ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan being mentally tortured in Adiala jail, alleged lawyer

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 7:15:24 AM IST

The lawyer of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan alleged on Saturday that the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) is being mentally tortured in the Adiala Jail, ARY News reported. ... read..

Women activists protest in Germany against Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan

Kabul | October 1, 2023 7:15:20 AM IST

A group of womens rights activists in Afghanistan have initiated a campaign to officially recognize gender apartheid in Afghanistan under the Taliban regime, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

UK: Glasgow Gurdwara strongly condemns disorderly behaviour of stopping Indian envoy from attending event

London | October 1, 2023 6:15:57 AM IST

Glasgow Gurdwara has strongly condemned the incident, where Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Vikram Doraiswami was stopped from attending a planned interaction at the religious site on Saturday, ... read..

US: Spending bill passes in House, heads to Senate as shutdown fear looms

Washington DC | October 1, 2023 6:15:55 AM IST

The United States House on Saturday approved a 45-day stopgap funding bill to avert a government shutdown, sending the legislation to the Senate for consideration hours before the midnight funding deadline, The Hill reported. ... read..

"The High Commissioner deserves an apology": Colin Bloom on Glasgow incident

By Soumik Saha London | October 1, 2023 5:15:59 AM IST

Apparently criticising the British government for not tackling the extremist elements, Colin Bloom, a former advisor to the Boris Johnson government, has demanded an apology for the Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Vikram Doraiswami, foll ... read..

Mohamed Muizzu wins Maldives presidential polls, calls for Abdulla Yameens release

Male | October 1, 2023 4:16:55 AM IST

Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) candidate Mohamed Muizzu, won the Maldivian presidential elections on Saturday, Al Jazeera reported citing local media. ... read..

Afghan Embassy in India closes operations, calls Taliban illegitimate regime

New Delhi | October 1, 2023 3:15:32 AM IST

In a major development, the Afghan Embassy in India, announced the closure of its operations citing lack of resources and failure to meet Afghanistans interests by the Taliban regime. ... read..

"Western governments have not done enough...": Colin Bloom on rising Khalistan extremism

London | October 1, 2023 3:15:30 AM IST

Expressing his concerns over the recent rise in the incidents of Khalistan extremism, Colin Bloom, former advisor to the UK government said that the situation has escalated because the Western governments have not done enough to tackle the sinister an ... read..

Pakistan: FIA submits challan oin cipher case against Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi

Islamabad | October 1, 2023 2:16:04 AM IST

The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Saturday submitted the challan in the cipher case against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

US expresses concern over Serbian military build-up near Kosovo border

Washington, DC | October 1, 2023 2:16:02 AM IST

The United States has expressed deep concern over Serbia's significant military mobilisation near the Kosovo border, calling it an "unprecedented" development, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show day four: Rare jewels and unparalleled craftsmanship dazzle attendees

Asia | September 30, 2023 11:46:47 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], September 30 (ANI/WAM): As the Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show progresses into its fourth day at Expo Centre Sharjah, attendees continue to marvel at a stunning collection of rare and exquisite jewellery pieces, including unique gold ... read..

Casios G-Shock watches: 40 years of resilience and innovation

Tokyo | September 30, 2023 11:46:45 PM IST

The year 2023 is special for the Japanese watch company Casio. ... read..

Theme of World Green Economy Summit 2023 revealed

Asia | September 30, 2023 11:46:43 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 30 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO), and the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy announced that the theme of the 9th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) is Bridging the ... read..

Pakistan: Train services temporarily suspended between Lahore, Faisalabad after collapse of railway bridge

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 11:46:37 PM IST

Railway authorities in Pakistan have temporarily suspended train services between Lahore and Faisalabad after the collapse of the railway bridge near Shahdara, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

France takes action as Paris grapples with bedbug infestation

Paris | September 30, 2023 11:46:35 PM IST

The French government has pledged to take action to address a surge in bedbugs in the capital city of Paris, emphasizing the need to "reassure and protect" the public, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan notifies hike in LPG price by PKR 20 per kg, domestic cylinder price touches PKR 3079

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 11:46:29 PM IST

Dealing a further blow to the people already saddled with mounting inflation, Pakistan's Oil and Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA) increased the prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) by Rs 20.86 per kg, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

Federal Investigation Agency's former director joins Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 11:46:27 PM IST

Former Director General (DG) of Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Bashir Memon has joined the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N Senator files FIR against Imran Khan's lawyer after fistfight on television channel

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 11:46:22 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz senator Afnan Ullah Khan got an FIR filed against the former Prime Minister Imran Khans lawyer, Sher Afzal Khan, for allegedly assaulting him on a live media show, Dawn news reported on Saturday. ... read..

Overseas Friends of BJP member calls for action over Indian envoy being stopped at Glasgow gurudwara

London | September 30, 2023 11:46:06 PM IST

After the Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, was stopped from entering a Gurudwara in Scotland, Overseas Friends of BJP-United Kingdom president and executive member of Ram Mandir, Southall, Kuldeep Shekhawat on Saturday called on the ... read..

London: Sikh restaurant owners car reportedly shot at, vandalised by alleged Khalistan supporters

London | September 30, 2023 10:47:58 PM IST

A Sikh restaurant owner, who earlier received threats from Khalistani elements for being vocal against them, has nowclaimed that his car was shot at and vandalised by the extremists in West London. ... read..

Pakistan: Three persons abducted in Kandhkot Katcha area, PKR six million demanded as ransom

Kandhkot | September 30, 2023 10:47:48 PM IST

Three persons of Katch area of Kandhkot in Pakistan were kidnapped by a gang of bandits, ARY News reported on Saturday, adding that the abductors demanded ransom money for their release. ... read..

Sharjah Housing empowers seniors through innovative programmes

Asia | September 30, 2023 10:47:43 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], September 30 (ANI/WAM): The 'Sharjah Housing' programme places significant emphasis on providing comprehensive services that cater to the needs of senior citizens, aligning with the 'International Day of Older Persons.' ... read..

Pakistan: PIA service hit as five aircraft with no engines grounded

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 10:47:33 PM IST

Flight services of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) were disrupted after five three Boing 777 aircraft were grounded as they had no engines, ARY News reported on Saturday, adding that the fleet included twopermanently grounded aircraft. ... read..

Scotland Police responds to incident of Indian envoy being stopped at Glasgow gurudwara, says inquiry ongoing

London | September 30, 2023 10:47:31 PM IST

Scotland Police said it responded to a report of disturbance in the Albert Drive area of Glasgow around 1:05 pm (local time) on Friday, adding that an inquiry is ongoing toestablish the full circumstances around the incident. ... read..

UN to send mission to Nagorno-Karabakh as 80 per cent population displaced

Baku | September 30, 2023 9:46:55 PM IST

In the aftermath of Azerbaijans victory over the Nagorno-Karabakh and thousands of people displaced from the territory, United Nations will send a mission to the territory, CNN reported on Saturday. ... read..

Pakistan: FIR registered in Mastung blast case; death toll jumps to 55

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 9:46:40 PM IST

The Pakistan security forces in Balochistan registered the first information report (FIR) regarding the Mastung suicide blast which killed at least 55 people, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

India condemns disgraceful incident after High Commissioner to UK denied entry to Glasgow Gurudwara

London | September 30, 2023 8:48:40 PM IST

Indias High Commission to the United Kingdom on Saturday said it has reported to authorities in the UK the disgraceful incident at the Glasgow Gurudwara where elements from outside Scotland deliberately disrupted a planned interaction organised for t ... read..

Concerned to see Indian envoy was stopped from meeting with Gurudwara Committee: UK Minister

Europe | September 30, 2023 8:48:25 PM IST

London [UK], September 30 (ANI) United Kingdom Minister of State for the Indo-Pacific Anne-Marie Trevelyan on Saturday said that she was "concerned" to see that the Indian High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami was stopped from meeting the Gurudwara Committe ... read..

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed, Barbados PM discuss joint cooperation, climate action

Others | September 30, 2023 8:47:58 PM IST

Bridgetown [Barbados], September 30 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, met Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados, to discuss prospects for bolstering bilateral cooperation, particularly in climate actio ... read..

PoK: Massive protests in Muzaffarabad over rising electricity bills

Muzaffarabad | September 30, 2023 7:47:30 PM IST

Massive protests against exorbitant electricity bills have shaken Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as outraged citizens hit streets across the area. ... read..

UK needs to do more to deal with extremist fringe elements, says Bloom Review author after Indian envoy barred Gurdwara entry

London | September 30, 2023 7:47:27 PM IST

The author of a United Kingdom government-commissioned review of official engagement with people of different faith has reiterated that the British government needs to put in greater effort in dealing with extremist fringe elements. ... read..

MoS Ranjan Singh, New Zealand PM take part in 1st India Business Summit 2023

New Delhi | September 30, 2023 7:47:21 PM IST

On his maiden official visit to New Zealand, ?Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, along with New Zealands Prime Minister Chris Hipkins took part in the 1st India Business Summit 2023, the Ministry of External Affairs infor ... read..

Timor-Leste President welcomes PM Modi's decision to open Indian Embassy in Dili

Dili | September 30, 2023 7:46:40 PM IST

President of Timor-Leste, Jose Ramos-Horta, on Saturday, welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modis decision to open an Indian Embassy in his countrys capital city, Dili. ... read..

Russia: India participates in 5th meeting of Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan in Kazan

Moscow | September 30, 2023 7:46:30 PM IST

Special representatives and senior officials from India, Russia, China, Pakistan, Iran, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan took part in the fifth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultation on Afghanistan in the Russian city of Kazan ... read..

Pakistan: Soldier killed in encounter with terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Parachinar

Islamabad | September 30, 2023 6:46:10 PM IST

A soldier was killed during an encounter with terrorists in the Parachinar area of Kurram district of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, ARY News reported citing ISPR. ... read..

PoK: Massive protests in Muzzafarabad over rising electricity bills

Muzzafarabad | September 30, 2023 6:46:03 PM IST

Massive protests against exorbitant electricity bills have shaken Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as outraged citizens hit streets across the area. ... read..

Dignity, respect for High Commissioner should have been maintained: Former envoy to UK Ruchi Ghanashyam

New Delhi | September 30, 2023 5:47:57 PM IST

Former High Commissioner of India to the UK, Ruchi Ghanashyam has condemned the incident where the countrys current envoy Vikram Doraiswami was prevented from entering a gurdwara in Scotland reportedly by radical Sikh elements. ... read..

Man dies after whale strikes boat in waters off Australia

Canberra | September 30, 2023 4:47:56 PM IST

One man was killed and another injured after a boat reportedly struck by a whale capsized in the waters off Sydney in Australia on Saturday morning (local time), CNN reported. ... read..

Russian language ambassadors visit India for ongoing culture exchange programme

New Delhi | September 30, 2023 4:47:40 PM IST

Language Ambassadors from Russia are now on their first educational and awareness expedition to India. The classes under the initiative started on September 27 this year and will last for a month, and more than 200 Russian students will be attending it, T ... read..

African Development Bank launches country-by-country reports on Africa's climate change, green growth financing needs

Others | September 30, 2023 3:47:16 PM IST

Abidjan[Cte dIvoire], September 30 (ANI/WAM): Ahead of the 28th United Nations Conference on Climate Change (COP 28), the African Development Bank Group has launched country-by-country economic reports to guide African policymakers in their discussions ... read..

IMF Executive Board approves USD 1.3 bn for Morocco under Resilience and Sustainability Facility Arrangement

Asia | September 30, 2023 3:47:14 PM IST

Washington DC [US], September 30 (ANI/WAM): The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board approved a Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) for Morocco in the amount of about USD 1.3 billion. ... read..

World Bank approves USD 365 mn for advancing girls, women empowerment in Western, Central Africa

Others | September 30, 2023 3:47:11 PM IST

Washington DC [US], September 30 (ANI/WAM): The World Bank Board of Directors today approved USD 365 million in International Development Association (IDA) financing to increase girls and womens access to learning, economic opportunities, and utilizatio ... read..

US Congress House Session starts with Sikh prayer for first time in history

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 1:50:06 PM IST

In a historic first, the session of the US House of Representatives began with a Sikh prayer. ... read..

India raises with UK denial of envoy's entry into Scotland Gurdwara

New Delhi | September 30, 2023 1:49:58 PM IST

India has raised with the United Kingdom foreign office and the police the incident in which its High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami was prevented from entering a gurdwara in Scotland, according to government sources. ... read..

Amidst India-Canada row over Khalistan terrorist killing, Indian envoy to UK stopped from entering Scotland Gurdwara

London | September 30, 2023 12:49:03 PM IST

Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami was on Friday prevented from entering a gurdwara in Glasgow, Scotland. ... read..

"Anyone from any religion, community can visit gurdwara": BJPs Manjinder Sirsa after Indias UK envoy stopped in Scotland

New Delhi | September 30, 2023 12:48:48 PM IST

BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa has condemned the incident where Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami was allegedly stopped from entering a gurdwara in Scotland. ... read..

Amidst India-Canada row over Khalistan terrorist killing, Indian envoy to UK stopped from entering Scotland Gurudwara

London | September 30, 2023 11:45:04 AM IST

Indian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Vikram Doraiswami was on Friday prevented from entering a gurdwara in Glasgow, Scotland. ... read..

India, Argentina sign Social Security Agreement

Buenos Aires | September 30, 2023 11:44:54 AM IST

India and Argentina on Friday signed a Social Security Agreement (SSA). The agreement was signed by Indias Ambassador to Argentina Dinesh Bhatia and Argentinas Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship Santiago Cafiero in the presence ... read..

Indian, US Army carry out joint tactical exercise in Alaska as part of Yudh Abhyas 2023

Alaska | September 30, 2023 10:48:34 AM IST

The Indian and US Armies carried out a joint tactical exercise in Alaska as part of the ongoing Exercise Yudh Abhyas. ... read..

Indian soldiers vital role in World War I brought to life in National Army Museum Exhibition in London

London | September 30, 2023 9:45:27 AM IST

The National Army Museum is currently highlighting the critical contribution of the British Indian Army during the First World War through a temporary exhibition titled British Indian Army: Soldiers of the First World War. ... read..

India took up G20 presidency with approach of bringing world together: Jaishankar at World Cultural Festival

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 8:49:47 AM IST

Lauding Indias G20 presidency for bringing the world together, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi managed to install new energy in sustainable development, green growth and digital delivery. ... read..

Those who talk about terrorism, represent a small minority: Jaishankar

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 7:49:20 AM IST

Emphasising that the Modi government has paid a lot of attention to the issues of the Sikh community, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the extremist elements are just a small minority and do not represent the entire community. ... read..

Russia: Putin meets former Wagner commander Andrey Troshev, orders forming units for combat missions

Moscow | September 30, 2023 7:49:04 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with and former Wagner commander Andrey Troshev, who is now already working with the Defence Ministry, CNN reported on Friday citing a statement by Kremlin. ... read..

"...Hopefully Americans have seen what I said: Jaishankar on Canadas allegations

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 6:44:35 AM IST

Stating that he is aware of US reaction on the ongoing India-Canada row, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that both sides have articulated each others views on the matter. ... read..

It's not that our doors are shut to looking at something: EAM Jaishankar on Canadas allegations

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 6:44:31 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar reiterated the stand that India is ready to look at any information shared by the Canadian side regarding its allegations about the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. ... read..

Jaishankar meets Raimondo, Austin; attends meeting with US defence industry

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 6:44:29 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday held a meeting with the US Defence Industry at US-India Business Council and discussed about strategic convergence and technology collaboration. ... read..

Baloch National Movement organises exhibition outside UN to showcase human rights violations in Balochistan

Geneva | September 30, 2023 6:44:27 AM IST

The Baloch National Movement organised a three-day long exhibition showcasing about the history and violations of human rights in Balochistan province of Pakistan. ... read..

We don't think freedom of speech extends to incitement to violence: EAM Jaishankar

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 5:49:27 AM IST

Stating that India does not require lessons from others on the concept of freedom of speech, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar,in an apparent reference to Canada, said that freedom of expression should not extend to incitement of violence. ... read..

US: Congressman Shri Thanedar launches Caucus to protect the interests of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, Jains

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 5:49:21 AM IST

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar on Friday launched the formation of a new Congressional Caucus aimed at protecting the interests of Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs and Jains living in United States. ... read..

Ongoing problem with Canada for some years now: EAM Jaishankar

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 4:49:38 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the ongoing problem with Canada has been there for some years because of the permissiveness by the government regarding terrorism, extremism and violence in the country. ... read..

US: Emergency declared in New York City as torrential rain floods subways, roads, basements

New York City | September 30, 2023 4:49:31 AM IST

Roads were closed, subway services were disrupted and basements were overwhelmed in the New York City area after dangerous and life-threatening torrential rain surged across the concrete expanse on Friday, CNN reported. ... read..

Lets not normalise what is happening in Canada: Jaishankar

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 4:49:29 AM IST

Highlighting incidents of threats, violence, and intimidation against Indian diplomats and missions in Canada, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar questioned whether the reaction would have been the same if a similar situation had occurred in any othe ... read..

Issue of enforced disappearances in Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa echoed at UNHRC

Geneva | September 30, 2023 3:48:06 AM IST

Baloch and Pashtun political activists have raised the growing issue of enforced disappearances in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces of Pakistan during the 54th Session of the UN Human Rights Council Session on Friday. ... read..

Canadas allegations on India raised during meeting with Jaishankar: Antony Blinken

Washington DC | September 30, 2023 2:48:49 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated United States stand urging India to cooperate in the investigation regarding Canadian allegations, adding that the issue was also raised during his meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thu ... read..

Suspect arrested 27 years after murder of US rapper Tupac Shakur in 1996

Las Vegas | September 30, 2023 2:48:43 AM IST

An arrest was made by the Las Vegas police in connection with the 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur, 27 years after the rappers death, New York Post reported. ... read..

Families stage protest sit-ins in Pakistan's Nawabshah against killings in joint operation

Sindh | September 30, 2023 12:21:00 AM IST

Families staged protest sit-ins against joint operation killings in Sindh's Nawabshah on Friday after Pakistan Rangers and police personnel indiscriminately opened fire upon innocent civilians. ... read..

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