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Fuel prices hit record high in Pakistan, petrol crosses PKR 330 per litre
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 7:15:24 PM IST
The petrol and diesel prices in Pakistan have reached a record high after Pakistans interim government increased the prices by PKR 26.02 and PKR 17.34 per litre, respectively, Dawn News reported on Saturday. ... read..


Pakistan: Parvez Elahi rearrested after his legal team fails to pay bail bond
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 7:15:00 PM IST
A day after being given bail, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi was once again taken into custody by the Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab for non-payment of his bail bond, The News International reported on Saturday. ... read..


US varsity to award degree posthumously to Indian student killed by police vehicle
Seattle | September 16, 2023 7:14:53 PM IST
The Northeastern University will award Jaanhavi Kandula the Indian-origin student who was killed after being struck by a Seattle police patrol vehicle her degree posthumously. ... read..


Swedish woman falls in love with Pakistani man, flies to KP to marry him
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 6:15:07 PM IST
In yet another online love story, a Swedish woman travelled to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) to marry her Pakistani lover, ARY News reported. ... read..


Afghanistan among countries with worst educational conditions: Report
Kabul | September 16, 2023 6:15:00 PM IST
Highlighting the damage that has been done to the education system since the return of Taliban in Afghanistan, Maleiha Malik, Executive Director of Protect Education in Insecurity and Conflict (PEIC) said that the country is on the list with the worst edu ... read..


US: Donald Trump hits back after prosecutors request gag order in election interference case
Washington, DC | September 16, 2023 6:14:52 PM IST
Former US President Donald Trump slammed special counsel Jack Smith hours after the prosecutor asked for a partial gag order to restrict his statements in connection with the trial related to Trumps alleged effort to overturn the 2020 election, The Hill ... read..


"Our sincere thanks to PM Modi...:" Singapore HC Wong as he pays tribute to Lee Kuan
New Delhi | September 16, 2023 6:14:44 PM IST
Singapore High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong on Saturday conveyed his "sincere thanks" to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he paid tribute to former Singapore PM Lee Kuan on his 100th birth anniversary. ... read..


Indias historical connection to Buddhism goes back two millennia
Thimphu | September 16, 2023 5:15:30 PM IST
Over two millennia ago, a profound spiritual journey began amid the calm Himalayan scenery and throughout the wide plains of the Indian subcontinent. In addition to influencing India's spiritual environment, India's historical ties to Buddhism have also h ... read..


PM Modi pays tribute to former Singapore PM Lee Kuan Yew
New Delhi | September 16, 2023 4:16:17 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid his tributes to former Singapore Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew on the occasion of the latter's 100th birth anniversary. ... read..


UAE Space Agency supports international relief efforts in Morocco
Middle East | September 16, 2023 4:16:10 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 16 (ANI/WAM):The Geo-Spatial Analytics Platform project team within the UAE Space Agency's Space Data Centre, and in cooperation with Bayanat, contributed to submitting several analysis reports published on the International ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan files petition in Islamabad court, seeks post-arrest bail in cipher case
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 4:16:02 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Saturday filed a petition in the Islamabad High Court (IHC) seeking post-arrest bail in the cipher case, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. Khan's decision comes days after the special court formed to hear cases fil ... read..


Mexico extradites drug lord El Chapo's son to US
Washington, DC | September 16, 2023 4:15:51 PM IST
Mexican drug lord Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman's son Ovidio Guzman Lopez has been extraditied to the United States, according to the US Department of Justice. ... read..


Capturers one side of conversation: Seattle Police on video of police officer joking about Indian-origin womans death
Seattle | September 16, 2023 3:16:16 PM IST
The Seattle Police Officers Guild on Friday said the video of police officer Daniel Auderer joking about Indian-origin woman, Jaahnavi Kandulas death, captures only one side of the conversation and there is much more detail and nuance that has not be ... read..


World is 'well off track' to achieve SDG 8, new ILO research finds
Europe | September 16, 2023 3:16:12 PM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], September 16 (ANI/WAM):An analysis by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) of progress made towards SDG 8, has concluded that the world is well off track on nearly two-thirds of [the] SDG 8 indicators of progress, and that ... read..


No woman appointed senior, parliamentary vice minister under Japans reshuffled Cabinet
Tokyo | September 16, 2023 3:16:10 PM IST
Japanese Prime Minster Fumio Kishida's government on Friday approved a list of new senior and parliamentary vice ministers, devoid of any women members. This is in contrast to the reshuffled Cabinet line-up with a record-tying five women, Kyodo News repor ... read..


Jaishankar congratulates Krisjanis Karins on being appointed Latvia's Foreign Minister
New Delhi | September 16, 2023 3:16:06 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday congratulated Krisjanis Karins on his appointment as Latvia's new Foreign Minister and stated that he looked forward to working together to strengthen ties between India and Latvia. ... read..


Activist from Gilgit Baltistan raises human rights issues at UNHRC
Geneva | September 16, 2023 3:16:04 PM IST
A human rights activist from Gilgit Baltistan has highlighted coercive measures employed by Pakistan to commit human rights violations in the occupied region. ... read..


Chinese Vice President Han Zheng to attend UN General Assembly session
Beijing | September 16, 2023 3:16:02 PM IST
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng will represent China at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Mao Ning announced on Friday, suggesting that the country's most senior diplomat, Wang Yi, w ... read..


Russian Soyuz with two cosmonauts, one US astronaut docks at International Space Station
Moscow | September 16, 2023 3:15:58 PM IST
Two Russian cosmonauts and an astronaut from the United States have docked with the International Space Station (ISS) after taking off from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan amid raging tensions between Moscow and Washington over the invasion of Ukraine, ... read..


Pakistan Election Commission decides to frame charges against Imran Khan, Fawad Chaudhry
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 2:16:16 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan has taken the decision to frame charges against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and other party leaders Asad Umar and Fawad Chaudhry in a contempt case, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Israel: Dung Gate renovations completed
Asia | September 16, 2023 2:16:15 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 16 (ANI/TPS): Israels Ministry of Jerusalem and Israel Tradition reported that the renovation works of the Dung Gate complex at the southeast corner of the Old City Walls that leads into the Kotel Plaza and at the entrance to ... read..


New UN survey underlines need for inclusive policies, greater international cooperation to ease trade
Europe | September 16, 2023 2:16:00 PM IST
Geneva[Switzerland], September 16 (ANI/WAM): A new UN survey underlines the need for inclusive policies and greater international cooperation to ease trade for the benefit of all. ... read..


Pakistan: Three members of family killed in accident in Mastung
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 2:15:56 PM IST
Three members of a family were killed in a collision between a pick-up van and a passenger coach on the Quetta-Karachi highway in Pakistan's Mastung on Friday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


RAK Jobs and Internships Festival provides opportunities for over 850 Emirati jobseekers
Middle East | September 16, 2023 2:15:52 PM IST
Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], September 16 (ANI/WAM): The Ras Al Khaimah Jobs and Internships Festival, hosted by the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research in Ras Al Khaimah, commenced on Friday and will continue through September 16, 2023 ... read..


4.3 magnitude earthquake hits Afghanistans Fayzabad
Kabul | September 16, 2023 1:15:39 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale jolted Afghanistans Fayzabad on Saturday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


Canada postpones October trade mission to India
Ottawa | September 16, 2023 12:16:07 PM IST
Canada has announced that it would postpone an October trade mission to India, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


India strongly condemns assault on Sikh student in Canada, calls for prompt action
Ottawa | September 16, 2023 11:14:58 AM IST
The Consulate General of India in Vancouver has strongly condemned the assault on a Sikh student in Canadas British Columbia province and called for prompt action against perpetrators. ... read..


Announcing date for elections beyond mandate for interim govt: Pakistan caretaker PM
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 11:14:37 AM IST
Pakistan caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Friday said that announcing the date for elections was beyond the mandate of the interim government, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets Russian Defence Ministry Sergei Shoigu at Knevichi airfield
Moscow | September 16, 2023 12:16:35 PM IST
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Saturday met with Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu at the Knevichi airfield in Russias Vladivostok, TASS reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Karachi University teachers boycott evening classes over non-payment of remuneration
Karachi | September 16, 2023 10:14:36 AM IST
Teachers at the Karachi University (KU) on Thursday boycotted evening classes on campus in protest against non-payment of their remuneration, which has been withheld for more than a year, Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari calls for immediate announcement of election schedule
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 10:14:34 AM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday called for immediate announcement of a date and schedule for the general elections. He emphasised that only polls could move Pakistan out of economic and political crises, Pakistan-based Daw ... read..


Pakistan: Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Ltd disconnects 241 gas connections
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 10:14:18 AM IST
Pakistans Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL) has disconnected 241 gas connections in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Islamabad, imposing a Rs 2.7 million detection bill on many consumers, Dawn reported. ... read..


Italy: Winemaker dies while trying to save colleague who passed out in wine vat
Rome | September 16, 2023 9:14:43 AM IST
A winemaker in Italy died while trying to save his colleague who had passed out in a wine vat, as per Italys fire brigade, CNN reported. ... read..


Pakistan caretaker government increases price of petrol, high-speed diesel
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 9:14:41 AM IST
The Pakistan caretaker government on Friday announced another hike in the prices of petrol by Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 26.02 per litre and high-speed diesel by PKR 17.34 per litre, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


8 dead, 2 injured in a road accident in Pakistan's Sadiqabad
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 7:15:25 AM IST
As many as eight people died and two others suffered injuries in an accident in Sadiqabad, Pakistan, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..


Taliban arrests 18 International Assistance Mission employees in Afghanistan's Ghor
Kabul | September 16, 2023 7:15:21 AM IST
The Taliban on Friday arrested 18 International Assistance Mission (IAM) employees in Ghor province of Afghanistan, including an international staff member, reported Khaama Press. ... read..


3rd Abu Dhabi Brain Conference discusses latest advancements and research findings in neurology
Middle East | September 16, 2023 7:15:19 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 16 (ANI/WAM): Leading local, regional and international experts, researchers, and professionals in the field of neurology gathered in Abu Dhabi to share the latest advancements and research findings in the field of neurology. ... read..


Emirates Red Crescent intensifies its relief efforts in Libya
Middle East | September 16, 2023 7:15:17 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 16 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has intensified its relief efforts to alleviate the suffering of flood-affected people in Libya, as it continues its drive to deliver humanitarian support in the most affected areas, ... read..


High-level Israeli delegation readies to join Netanyahu at UN
Middle East | September 16, 2023 7:15:15 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 16 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli government has planned to send a high-level delegation to next weeks UN General Assembly in New York City, the Tazpit Press Service has learned. ... read..


French ambassador "being held hostage at French Embassy " in Niger, says President Macron
Paris | September 16, 2023 5:15:08 AM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said that the French Ambassador to Niger and other French diplomats are "literally being held hostage at the French Embassy," reported CNN. ... read..


Biden to host Zelenskyy next week, "additional weapons to go to Ukraine": NSA Sullivan
Washington DC | September 16, 2023 4:14:49 AM IST
US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan on Saturday said that US President Joe Biden is set to host Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Thursday, noting that it will be their third meeting. ... read..


"Objective is for Ukraine to succeed in regaining its sovereignity, territorial integrity": US State Secy Blinken
Washington DC | September 16, 2023 4:14:43 AM IST
Extending immense support for Ukraine, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Saturday emphasized that the objective is for Ukraine to succeed in regaining its sovereignty and territorial integrity. ... read..


CM Mamata Banerjee attends Bengal Global Business Summit in Madrid, says "summit served as a gateway to Bengal"
Madrid | September 16, 2023 3:14:12 AM IST
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed her delight in attending the Bengal Global Business Summit in Madrid, Spain. Noting that the summit served as a "gateway to Bengal", she said it is a land of immense potential and possibilities. ... read..


Pak: TLP leader makes death threat against Faraz Pervaiz, alleges him of blasphemy
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 3:14:10 AM IST
Faraz Pervaiz, a Pakistani national belonging to the Christian religious minority shared a post on social media saying that he is under threat as Muslim clerics are calling for his death for allegedly making blasphemous comments. ... read..


Egypt: INS Sumedha participates with several navies in Exercise Bright Star-23
Cairo | September 16, 2023 3:14:08 AM IST
The Indian Navy Ship (INS) Sumedha participated in Exercise Bright Star-23 with multiple other navies which began on September 3, till September 15. ... read..


Affinity of Australian diplomats towards Hindi is very interesting, says PM Modi
New Delhi | September 16, 2023 3:14:04 AM IST
Following the Hindi Diwas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Australian diplomats as they recited their favourite hindi proverbs in celebration of Hindi Diwas. ... read..


UK officially proscribes Russia's Wagner Group as terrorist organization
London | September 16, 2023 2:15:40 AM IST
The UK has officially proscribed the Russian mercenary Wagner Group as a terrorist organization, after order was laid in parliament and backed on September 6 by lawmakers, which will make it illegal to be a member or to support it. ... read..


Pak ex-MNA Dawar raises concern over crackdown on vulnerable Afghan refugees in Karachi
Islamabad | September 16, 2023 2:15:37 AM IST
Amid the ongoing crackdown on Afghan refugees in Pakistan, a former Member of National Assembly (MNA) from North Waziristan and Central Chairman National Democratic Movement, Mohsin Dawar raised concerns over the recent crackdown on vulnerable Afghan refu ... read..


UAE, Russia discuss cooperation in higher education, scientific research
Asia | September 15, 2023 11:45:11 PM IST
Moscow [Russia], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Education, and Valery Falkov, Minister of Science and Higher Education of Russia, discussed ways of strengthening the bilateral cooperation in higher education, scientific resea ... read..


UAE Show Jumping Team scoops 6 golds, 2 silvers in Germany, Belgium
Asia | September 15, 2023 11:45:09 PM IST
Berlin [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Show Jumping Team achieved outstanding results in two championships in Europe, claiming 6 golds, 2 silvers and 2 bronze medals, as part of their preparations for the Asian Games in China, which will take place ... read..


Pakistan's unemployed figure to reach 5.6 million this year
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 11:45:06 PM IST
The number of unemployed people in Pakistan is projected to reach 5.6 million this year, an increase of 1.5 million since 2021, Dawn News reported on Friday. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Kathmandu organises two-day exhibition on Sambhota Bhoti script
Kathmandu | September 15, 2023 11:45:02 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu in collaboration with B.P Koirala India-Nepal Foundation and Nepal Buddhist Federation organized a two-day exhibition on Sambhota/ Bhoti script at the Nepal Art Council in Kathmandus Babarmahal, according to the Indian Emb ... read..


India Water Foundation at UNHRC highlights progress in sanitation and rights to water
Geneva | September 15, 2023 11:44:58 PM IST
India Water Foundation highlighted the countrys commendable progress in the field of sanitation and rights to water at the 54th Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva on Thursday. ... read..


No evidence of UFO having extraterrestrial origins: NASA
Washington, DC | September 15, 2023 11:44:55 PM IST
A NASA panel, formed to study unidentified anomalous phenomena more widely known as UFOs, said on Thursday that it has found no evidence that any of the reported objects were extra-terrestrial in origin, The Washington Post reported. ... read..


Fig leaf designed to deflect attention: Vivek Ramaswamy on Hunter Bidens indictment
Washington, DC | September 15, 2023 11:44:53 PM IST
Reacting to the indictment of President Joe Bidens son Hunter, Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy called it a fig leaf designed to divert attention. ... read..


UAE: Lunate launches in Abu Dhabi with over USD 50 billion AuM
Middle East | September 15, 2023 11:44:49 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Lunate, a new Partner-led and independent global alternative investment manager, today announced it will launch with more than USD 50 billion of Assets under Management (AuM), making it one of the largest in the ME ... read..


Future Food Forum 2023 to continue pioneering advancement of F&B sector in the region
Middle East | September 15, 2023 11:44:44 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): UAE Food and Beverage Business Group (F&B Group), under the patronage of the UAE Ministry of Economy and Dubai Chamber of Commerce, announced the 5th edition of the Future Food Forum 2023, which continues to drive ... read..


Israel cuts fees for Mikvahs Ritual Baths
Middle East | September 15, 2023 11:44:32 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 15 (ANI/TPS): Israels Ministry of Religious Services announced to the general public a reduction in the entrance fees to mikvahs religious ritual baths. And entry will be free on Rosh Hashanah Eve and Yom Kippur. ... read..


Rishi Sunak vows to ban dog breed after recent attacks
London | September 15, 2023 11:44:30 PM IST
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Friday vowed to ban the American XL bully dog breed, amid reports of attacks by the animal leading to fatalities. ... read..


Another one bites dust, Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu under investigation for corruption
Beijing | September 15, 2023 10:44:55 PM IST
In the latest episode of top Beijing official facing purges, Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu who has not been seen in weeks is being investigated for corruption and likely will be removed, The Washington Post reported citing two US officials. ... read..


Its too early to comment on Prigozhin plane crash as investigation is going on: Kremlin
Moscow | September 15, 2023 10:44:43 PM IST
The Kremlin said that it is too early to comment on the death of Wagner Private Military Company chief Yevgeny Prigozhin in a plane crash as investigations are still going on, CNN reported on Friday. ... read..


Pakistan SC verdict on NAB amendments will not affect Nawaz's return, says spokesperson
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 9:44:40 PM IST
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif's spokesperson Muhammad Zubair said that Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan despite the Supreme Court verdict regarding amendment in corruption cases against political leaders, ARY News reporte ... read..


Ukraine 'liberated' village near Bakhmut, claims military
Kyiv | September 15, 2023 9:44:35 PM IST
In a major development in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, Kyiv has reclaimed the village of Andriivka near Bakhmut, CNN reported on Friday citing the Ukrainian forces. ... read..


North Korean leader visits Yuri Gagarin Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aviation plant in Russia
Moscow | September 15, 2023 9:44:29 PM IST
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Friday inspected the engineering centre and production shops of the Yuri Gagarin Komsomolsk-on-Amur Aviation Plant in Russia's Far East. During his visit to the aviation plant, he was accompanied by Russian Deputy Prime ... read..


Pakistan: 3 terrorists, one soldier killed in exchange of fire with terrorists in Quetta
Quetta | September 15, 2023 9:44:27 PM IST
At least three terrorists and a soldier of the Pakistan Army in an exchange of fire between security forces and terrorists in Quetta, Dawn reported on Friday citing the militarys media affairs wing. ... read..


Israel PM Netanyahu headed to New York for UN opening
Middle East | September 15, 2023 9:44:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 15 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will take off after the end of the Rosh Hashanah holiday Sunday night for a political visit to the United States, during which he will address the United Nations General ... read..


Thailand: Limjaroenrat resigns as Move Forward Party leader
Bangkok | September 15, 2023 9:44:16 PM IST
Pita Limjaroenrat has resigned as leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP) to enable his successor to take up the post of opposition leader due to his suspension as an MP, Bangkok Post reported on Friday. ... read..


Pakistan: PTI leader Parvez Elahi granted bail in judicial complex attack case
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 8:44:29 PM IST
An Islamabad anti-terrorism court (ATC) on Friday granted bail to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi in a case related to allegedly rioting outside the Federal Judicial Complex (FJC) in March this year, Dawn reported on Friday. ... read..


Indian Naval Ship Nireekshak arrives at Trincomalee Port in Sri Lanka
Trincomalee | September 15, 2023 8:44:08 PM IST
The highly advanced Indian Naval Ship Nireekshak arrived at the port of Trincomalee to facilitate Mixed Gas Diving training for the Sri Lanka Navy, according to the press release from the Indian High Commission in Colombo. ... read..


Man arrested for sexually assaulting journalist live on air in Spain
Madrid | September 15, 2023 7:47:38 PM IST
Police arrested a man for sexually assaulting a female reporter while she was doing live coverage from the streets of Madrid, CNN reported on Friday. ... read..


PM Modi remains leader with highest Global Approval Ratings after G20: Morning Consult
Washington | September 15, 2023 7:47:06 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to top global ratings among world leaders with an approval rating of 76 per cent, according to a survey by Morning Consult. ... read..


Pakistan army expands operation in Balochistan, target civilians
Quetta | September 15, 2023 7:46:29 PM IST
Baloch political activists have blamed the Pakistan army for using excessive force against civilians as an operation has been intensified in Balochistan to rescue six young footballers abducted in the Dera Bugti area last Saturday. ... read..


Pakistan, Afghanistan Torkham border reopens after eight days of closure
Karachi | September 15, 2023 7:46:15 PM IST
The Pakistan-Afghanistan Torkham border has been reopened after eight days of closure, The Express Tribune reported on Friday. ... read..


Dogra Sadar Sabha calls out Indian govt to help people with miserable life under Pakistan's occupation
Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 15, 2023 7:46:05 PM IST
Muhammad Sajjad Raja, the International Coordinator of Dogra Sadar Sabha (DSS) requested the DSS Jammu, Central President to raise the issue of rights of people of Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir (PoK) with the Indian government. ... read..


Pakistan SC rules to restore corruption cases against political leaders
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 7:45:50 PM IST
Pakistans Apex Court has approved the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Imran Khans petition challenging amendments made to the countrys accountability laws during the tenure of the previous Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM)- led government, Geo News re ... read..


India and its people have taught me so much: Outgoing French envoy Lenain
New Delhi | September 15, 2023 4:46:48 PM IST
France's Ambassador to India, Emmanuel Lenain, on Friday thanked New Delhi, terming the country's energy, optimism, and confidence in the friendship between the two nations as "invaluable." He said India and its people have taught him so much and he will ... read..


PM Modi greets Netanyahu, people of Israel on Jewish New Year
New Delhi | September 15, 2023 4:46:30 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended greetings to his friend Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu and Jewish community around the world on Jewish New Year Rosh Hashanah. ... read..


India shares unique relationship with UNCITRAL: MoS Rajkumar Ranjan Singh
New Delhi | September 15, 2023 4:45:50 PM IST
Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs Rajkumar Ranjan Singh has said that India shares a unique relationship with UNCITRAL and has been a member of UNCITRAL since its inception. He spoke about the diversity of the region and the economic strides ma ... read..


Todays Resources... Tomorrows Wealth: 12th IGCF at UAEs Sharjah urges sustainable resource management
By Durgesh Bhadauria

Sharjah | September 15, 2023 3:44:47 PM IST
In a display of commitment to addressing climate change, the 12th International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) was held in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Government delegation visits Singapore to gain insight on advanced governance practices
Middle East | September 15, 2023 3:44:20 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi government delegation led by Ahmed Tamim Hisham Al Kuttab, Chairman of Abu Dhabis Department of Government Support (DGS), concluded a three-day visit to Singapore to gain insight on the Republics best p ... read..


US envoy questions over Chinese Defence Minister's absence from public view
Tokyo | September 15, 2023 2:44:18 PM IST
The US ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, on Friday raised questions over the absence of Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu's absence from the public view for three weeks. Emanuel asked whether Li Shangfu missed his meeting with the Singaporean Chief of ... read..


US envoy questions Chinese Defence Minister's absence from public view
Tokyo | September 15, 2023 2:44:16 PM IST
The US ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel, on Friday raised questions over the absence of Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu's absence from the public view for three weeks. Emanuel asked whether Li Shangfu missed his meeting with the Singaporean Chief of ... read..


Pakistan Peoples Party expresses concern over delay in announcement of general elections
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 1:44:07 PM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has expressed concerns over the inclusion of the pro-Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) people in the caretaker cabinet, the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) ban on development projects in Sindh and the delay in the a ... read..


Kazan to host fifth meeting of Moscow Format Consultations on Afghan situation: Russian Foreign Ministry
Moscow | September 15, 2023 11:44:23 AM IST
Kazan will play host to the fifth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan on September 29, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday. ... read..


Russia expels two US diplomats, Washington vows to "respond appropriately"
Moscow | September 15, 2023 11:43:59 AM IST
The Russian government has expelled two US diplomats for allegedly maintaining contact with a Russian national who worked for the US Mission and is accused by Moscow of being an informant," CNN reported. The two diplomats - Jeffrey Sillin and David Berns ... read..


US Congressman Sherman raises enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings in Pakistan
Washington, DC | September 15, 2023 10:48:07 AM IST
US Congressman Brad Sherman on Friday raised the issue of kidnappings by criminals, enforced disappearances, extrajudicial killings and imprisonment of women by authorities without due process in Pakistan, particularly in Sindh. ... read..


Supreme Court returns Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insafs petition seeking polls within 90 days
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 9:45:57 AM IST
Pakistan Supreme Court's registrar on Thursday with objections returned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insafs (PTI) petition seeking nationwide elections in the country within 90 days, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: JUI-F, MQM-P form alliance against PPP in Sindh
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 8:44:23 AM IST
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) and Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) on Thursday announced that they have formed an alliance against the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) in Sindh, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


A fortnight on, internet still banned in Gilgit Baltistan
Asia | September 15, 2023 8:44:20 AM IST
Amid sectarian tensions between Shias and Sunnis in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan, the local administration continues to suspend all internet services in the region causing inconvenience to the residents. ... read..


Ukrainian President Zelenskyy set to visit Washington for aid-related discussions
Kyiv | September 15, 2023 7:44:05 AM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Washington, US, next week as he sets to make the case for ongoing aid-related discussions for his country, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..


Israeli Air Force holds exercises with Greek Air Force
Middle East | September 15, 2023 7:44:01 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], September 15 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli Air Force and Greeces Hellenic Air Force held a joint exercise in Israel last week, during which dozens of planes took off and flew for thousands of kilometers. ... read..


UAE: Masdar to showcase nations renewables leadership with prominent presence at COP28
Middle East | September 15, 2023 7:44:00 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar), is gearing up to support the nations renewable energy ambitions and leadership at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28). ... read..


Afghanistan "will be very much on the agenda" of 78th UNGA meeting: UN Chief Guterres
Kabul | September 15, 2023 6:44:21 AM IST
Following the deteriorating situations in Afghanistan, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday said that women and girls' rights in Afghanistan will be an issue that "will be very much on the agenda" of the 78th session of the United Nations Gen ... read..


Dacoits kill 65-year-old woman over resistance in Karachi
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 6:44:19 AM IST
An elderly woman was killed by dacoits on Thursday in Karachi as she resisted them while they were robbing, reported ARY News. ... read..


Pak: President Alvi's proposed election date 'under pressure', says former opposition leader Raja Riaz
Islamabad | September 15, 2023 6:44:15 AM IST
Following the Pakistan President Arif Alvi's suggestion on election date, former opposition leader in National Assembly (NA) Raja Riaz said that President suggested the elections' date 'under pressure', reported ARY News. ... read..


UAE Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence, COP28 Presidency sign MoU to promote tolerance, human fraternity during COP28
Middle East | September 15, 2023 6:44:11 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 15 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence and the COP28 Presidency have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote tolerance, coexistence, and human fraternity during COP28. ... read..


BSF, Border Guard Bangladesh Co-ordination Conference concludes, issues of bilateral interests discussed to enhance cooperation
Chattogram | September 15, 2023 5:45:28 AM IST
The Border Security Force (BSF)and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) Co-ordination Conference concluded on Thursday, where the issues of bilateral interests were discussed to pave way for enhanced understanding and increased cooperation between both forces. ... read..


Domestic, foreign terrorism among top threats in US: Report
Washington, DC | September 15, 2023 5:45:24 AM IST
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said in a report that domestic and foreign terrorism are among the top threats in the country, reported The Hill. ... read..


Bangladesh Govt "utterly disappointed" by European Parliament's resolution on "Odhikar"
Dhaka | September 15, 2023 4:45:11 AM IST
Bangladesh government on Thursday expressed "utter disappointment" at the adoption of an European Parliament's resolution on "Human Rights situation in Bangladesh, notably the case of Odhikar". ... read..


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