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Huge bushfire raging in central Australia comes close to popular tourist town

Canberra | September 13, 2023 6:50:35 PM IST

A huge bushfire raging for over a week in central Australia has come very close to the popular tourist town of Tennant Creek, as authorities warn that changing wind conditions could pose a risk to residents, CNN reported. ... read..

One of the best Make in India projects ever: Indian envoy on C-295 aircraft made by Airbus

Seville | September 13, 2023 6:50:21 PM IST

Indian Ambassador to Spain, Dinesh K Patnaik, hailed the delivery of the first Indian C-295 to the Indian Air Force made by the global aircraft manufacturer Airbus and called it one of the best Make in India projects that has been ever done. ... read..

Lahore court to declare several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf leaders proclaimed offenders in May 9 violence case

Islamabad | September 13, 2023 5:45:47 PM IST

A Lahore anti-terrorism court (ATC) has begun the process of proclamation against several Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) leaders who were not arrested in connection with May 9 violence as they had concealed themselves, Dawn reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Two UAE aid planes arrive in flood-affected Libya

Middle East | September 13, 2023 3:45:59 PM IST

Benghazi [Libya], September 13 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has sent two aid planes carrying 150 tonnes of urgent food, relief and medical supplies to Benina Airport in Libya to support those affected by the devastating floods caused by the heavy ... read..

4 killed, 14 injured in road accident in Pakistan's Nowshera

Islamabad | September 13, 2023 3:45:35 PM IST

At least four people were killed and 14 others were injured when a passenger bus overturned near the Rashakai interchange in the Nowshera area of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

Ayodhya very important for us historically: South Korean envoy

New Delhi | September 13, 2023 2:46:42 PM IST

South Korean Ambassador to India, Chang Jae-Bok, on Tuesday said that Ayodhya was "very important" for India and South Korea. ... read..

Gopal Baglay appointed India's next high commissioner to Australia

New Delhi | September 13, 2023 2:46:40 PM IST

Gopal Baglay has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to Australia, the Ministry of External Affairs informed on Wednesday. ... read..

7 injured in Russian drone attack in Odesa, Sumy: Ukraine

Kyiv | September 13, 2023 2:46:28 PM IST

Seven people were injured after a Russian drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa and Sumy regions, CNN reported citing the head of the Odesa region military administration Oleh Kiper. ... read..

Pakistan: Court extends judicial remand of Imran Khan, Shah Mahmood Qureshi in cipher case

Islamabad | September 13, 2023 1:47:06 PM IST

A special court formed under the Official Secrets Act on Wednesday extended the judicial remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman Imran Khan and party's vice chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi till September 26 in the cipher case, Pakistan-based Geo N ... read..

IAF Chief VR Chaudhari to receive first C-295 transport aircraft for India in Spain

Seville | September 13, 2023 1:46:26 PM IST

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari will on Wednesday receive the first C-295 transport aircraft made for India by global aircraft manufacturer Airbus at a facility in Seville in Spain. ... read..

Mamata Banerjee meets Sri Lankan President in Dubai, invites him to business summit in West Bengal

Dubai | September 13, 2023 12:45:53 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee met Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe at Dubai International Airport and she invited him to the Bengal Global Business Summit 2023 to be held in Kolkata. ... read..

Russian President Vladimir Putin, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meet at space centre

Moscow | September 13, 2023 12:45:47 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Wednesday met at a remote space centre in Russia's Far East region Amur, CNN reported. ... read..

North Korea fires ballistic missile towards East Sea, says South Korea

Pyongyang | September 13, 2023 11:44:01 AM IST

North Korea has launched an unspecified ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Wednesday, Yonhap News Agency reported citing South Korea's military. ... read..

Bangladesh Navy Chief Admiral Mohammad Nazmul Hassan receives guard of honour

New Delhi | September 13, 2023 11:43:53 AM IST

Bangladesh's Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Mohammad Nazmul Hassan was accorded a guard of honour at South Block here on Wednesday. ... read..

US: Probe launched into Seattle policeman caught on tape laughing after collision killed Indian student

Washington, DC | September 13, 2023 10:46:49 AM IST

An investigation has been launched against Seattle police union leaders after an officer was recorded on his body camera appearing to joke about the death of an Indian-origin woman who was killed by a police patrol vehicle in January this year, NBC News r ... read..

Pakistan: Four people, including two police personnel, injured in two grenade attacks

Quetta | September 13, 2023 9:43:36 AM IST

Four people, including two policemen, were injured in two hand grenade attacks on police vehicles on Tuesday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

Torkham crossing between Pakistan, Afghanistan remains closed for 7th consecutive day

Kabul | September 13, 2023 9:43:29 AM IST

The Torkham crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan remained closed for traffic for the seventh consecutive day, resulting in trucks carrying goods being stranded on both sides, Pakistan-based TOLO News reported. ... read..

Over 5000 presumed dead after two dams collapse due to heavy rains in Libya

Tripoli | September 13, 2023 7:44:00 AM IST

Over 5,000 people are presumed dead after two dams collapsed in northeastern Libya due to severe rainfall, dumping more water into already flooded areas, reported CNN. ... read..

Israel's Supreme Court holds first hearing challenging Netanyahu's judicial overhaul

Tel Aviv | September 13, 2023 7:43:56 AM IST

The Israeli Supreme Court has heard the first petition challenging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's contentious judicial overhaul, reported Al Jazeera on Tuesday. ... read..

Pakistan: Religious cleric gunned down in Karachi

Karachi | September 13, 2023 7:43:54 AM IST

A 46-year-old religious priest and seminary administrator was shot dead in Karachi's Gulistan-e-Jauhar neighbourhood on Tuesday night, ARY News reported quoting the police. ... read..

Afghan drivers criticise hike in fuel price, calls on Taliban to pay attention

Kabul | September 13, 2023 7:43:51 AM IST

Drivers in Afghanistan have criticised the hike in the price of petrol in the country's markets, claiming that it is harming their work and have therefore, urged the Taliban to pay attention to it, TOLOnews reported. ... read..

UAE: ADIA Lab symposium to address key challenges in climate change, health sciences

Middle East | September 13, 2023 7:43:49 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 13 (ANI/WAM): ADIA Lab, the independent Abu Dhabi-based institute dedicated to basic and applied research in data and computational sciences, will host the inaugural ADIA Lab Symposium at Abu Dhabi Global Market in Abu Dhabi on Nove ... read..

UAE commends consensus of GCC countries to ratify Kigali Amendment to Montreal Protocol

Middle East | September 13, 2023 7:43:46 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 13 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has expressed its appreciation of the consensus reached by GCC nations to proceed with the ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Lay ... read..

Israel sees moderate increase in Covid hospitalisations

Middle East | September 13, 2023 7:43:44 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], September 13 (ANI/TPS): Israels Ministry of Health said that it is constantly monitoring the trends in morbidity and variants of the coronavirus. It reported that a moderate increase in the number of hospitalized people is evident in I ... read..

US health agency recommends updated COVID boosters, President Biden calls it "important" milestone

Washington, DC | September 13, 2023 6:45:30 AM IST

The US health agency Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Tuesday authorized, approved, and recommended everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 booster. ... read..

CIA tried to 'cover up' findings that COVID lab leak was likely, reveals whistleblower

Washington, DC | September 13, 2023 5:47:20 AM IST

A new whistleblower testimony has alleged that in a letter sent to the chief of Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), William Burns on Tuesday, a senior CIA officer told House committee leaders that his agency tried to pay off six analysts who discovered SAR ... read..

China's arms exports face sharp decline due to defective quality, unreliable performance: Analysts

Beijing | September 13, 2023 5:47:16 AM IST

China's arms exports have declined due to poor quality, and weak and inconsistent performance, which puts buyer countries in peril. In the last decade, China's weaponry exports have dropped by nearly a quarter, according to a report by the Directus. ... read..

"Doing right thing in promoting Make in India programme:" Putin praises PM Modi's policies

Vladivostok | September 13, 2023 3:45:41 AM IST

Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies in the Russian port town of Vladivostok on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that PM Modi is just doing the "right thing" in promoting the Make in India programme. ... read..

US: Speaker McCarthy directs House committees to open Biden impeachment inquiry

Washington, DC | September 13, 2023 2:44:47 AM IST

Speaker Kevin McCarthy authorised House committees on Tuesday to launch a formal impeachment probe on US President Joe Biden based on the House GOP's investigations into his family's foreign business ties and the prosecution of his son Hunter Biden, The H ... read..

Ahmad bin Hasher Al Maktoum visits Sharjah Sports Club

Middle East | September 12, 2023 11:45:36 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Ahmad bin Hasher Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Shooting Federation, visited the Individual Games Department at the Sharjah Sports Club and held an extensive meeting with the Individual Games Department in t ... read..

Islamabad High Court reserves verdict on Imran Khans plea against trial in Attock jail

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 11:45:32 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) reserved its verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chief Imran Khans plea challenging the Law Ministrys decision to hold the former prime ministers trial in Attock jail in a cypher case, The News International reporte ... read..

UAE: Ahmad bin Hasher Al Maktoum visits Sharjah Sports Club

Middle East | September 12, 2023 11:45:10 PM IST

Level-playing field not available to all political parties in country: PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 11:45:08 PM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has said a level playing field is not available to all the political parties in the country. He claimed that political leaders do not have equal opportunities to contest the upcoming general ele ... read..

UAE: Expo Centre Sharjah takes part in Expo! Expo! MENA, showcasing Sharjah's exhibition sector leadership

Middle East | September 12, 2023 11:45:00 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): Expo Centre Sharjah has taken part in Expo! Expo! MENA, a prestigious global event dedicated to the exhibition and conference industry. The Expo, held from September 10 to 12 at the Riyadh International Convention &a ... read..

Pakistan: SC upholds convictions of ex-army officers guilty of plotting to topple Benazir Bhutto govt in 1995

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 11:44:50 PM IST

The Pakistan Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed pleas filed by two ex-army officers for plotting to overthrow former PM Benazir Bhuttos government in 1995 calling them without merit, Pakistan-based Dawn reported on Tuesday. ... read..

US standing at brink of total shutdown, Americans feel the bite

Washington, DC | September 12, 2023 11:44:40 PM IST

Months after averting it, the US is again standing at the brink of total shutdown, if Congress struggling with the dispute between Democrats and Republicans is not able to pass the spending bills before October 1, The Hill reported. ... read..

Israeli startups lab-grown chicken gets certified by largest US kosher agency

Asia | September 12, 2023 11:44:59 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], September 12 (ANI/TPS): The latest of more than 1.3 million products that the US-based Orthodox Union certifies as kosher is lab-grown chicken, which is produced by the Tel Aviv-based startup, SuperMeat. It is the first lab-grown mea ... read..

Union Minister Sonowal extends invitation for Indo-Russian workshop on Eastern Maritime Corridor in Chennai

Vladivostok | September 12, 2023 11:44:33 PM IST

The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, extended an invitation for an Indo-Russian workshop on Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) here on Tuesday, informed the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. ... read..

How Mirasis are serving as guardians of Punjabs dying folk traditions?

Chandigarh (Punjab) | September 12, 2023 10:44:17 PM IST

The Mirasis, a syncretic community of entertainers and artistes, have been the torchbearers of Punjabs ancient folk traditions, particularly folk theatre, for centuries, Khalsa Vox reported. ... read..

Kudos to Indian presidencyoutcome exceeded expectations: German envoy on G20

By Naveen Kapoor

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 10:44:11 PM IST

Germany has given a thumbs up to India for building a consensus on the G20 declaration under what it calls very difficult circumstances. ... read..

Nawaz Sharif to return to Pakistan on October 21, confirms brother Shehbaz

London | September 12, 2023 10:44:05 PM IST

Amid speculations, Former Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed on Tuesday that his elder brother and Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif will return to Pakistan on October 21, Geo News reported. ... read..

MEA Secy presides signing of contract to develop India-Mongolia Friendship Secondary School

Ulaanbaatar | September 12, 2023 9:46:01 PM IST

India and Mongolia signed a contract for the construction of the India-Mongolia Friendship Secondary School on Tuesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated. ... read..

Israel exploring food security alliances with Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan

Asia | September 12, 2023 9:45:54 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], September 12 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Minister of Agriculture Avi Dichter signed declaration of intent agreements with Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan for the joint production and cultivation of wheat on Monday, his ministry announced on Tuesday. ... read..

BSF's 18-member team to scale world's 8th highest peak Mt Manaslu in Nepal

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 9:45:50 PM IST

An 18-member Border Security Force (BSF) team on Tuesday left for a mountaineering expedition to scale Mount Manaslu, the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 meters (26,775 feet) in Nepal. ... read..

Tensions high as Israeli Supreme Court convenes on judicial overhaul

Middle East | September 12, 2023 9:45:48 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], September 12 (ANI/TPS): Tensions were high at Israels Supreme Court as justices gathered on Tuesday morning to hear petitions against a key component of the governments judicial overhaul initiative. ... read..

India offered services of 'Air India One' to PM Trudeau after snag in aircraft; Canadian side chose to wait

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 9:45:39 PM IST

India had offered services of aircraft 'Air India One' to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after his special aircraft developed a technical glitch shortly before his departure from New Delhi after the G20 Summit, said sources. ... read..

Nobel laureate Maria Ressa acquitted of last tax evasion charge

Manila | September 12, 2023 8:44:34 PM IST

In the latest legal victory for veteran Filipino journalist Maria Ressa, the Nobel Peace laureate was acquitted of tax evasion charges, CNN reported on Tuesday citing news site Rappler. ... read..

Pakistan: Daughter launches social media campaign for her missing father's release

Karachi | September 12, 2023 8:44:15 PM IST

A social media campaign has been launched by the daughter of Abdul Hameed Zahari, a Baloch allegedly abducted by Pakistani security agencies. The campaign is aimed towards Zahari's release. ... read..

Nepal: Leaders pay tribute to former House Speaker, day of mourning announced

Lalitpur | September 12, 2023 8:43:57 PM IST

Grieving leaders, fellow MPs and supporters paid their last respects to Subash Chandra Nembwang (70), former House Speaker who passed away on Tuesday morning after suffering a cardiac arrest. ... read..

India has shown it will become 'global leader in future': South Korea on G20 declaration

Asia | September 12, 2023 8:43:51 PM IST

New Delhi [India], September 12 (ANI) India has shown the world that it is ready and will become a "global leader in the future", said South Korean ambassador Chang Jae-bok while lauding New Delhi's "tremendous" work in reaching a G20 declaration. ... read..

Pakistan army hand in gloves with timber smugglers, alleges PoK residents

Kotli | September 12, 2023 7:45:41 PM IST

The people in Kotli district of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) carried out a sit-in protest against a ban on timber extraction in the region. ... read..

Madan Lal Raigar appointed next Indian envoy to Republic of Congo

Brazzaville | September 12, 2023 7:45:29 PM IST

Madan Lal Raigar, has been appointed as the next Indian Ambassador to the Republic of Congo, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. ... read..

India delivers 50,000 MTs of wheat, 28 tons of disaster relief to Afghanistan

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 7:45:24 PM IST

Amid reports of worsening humanitarian situation in neighbouring Afghanistan, India said it delivered 50,000 MTs of wheat, 28 tons of disaster relief, and 200 tons of medicines, vaccines and other medical items to the country. ... read..

Pak: Remittances plunge 22 pc in July-August as expats use informal channels amid currency gap

Karachi | September 12, 2023 7:45:20 PM IST

Remittances in Pakistan decreased by 22 per cent in the first two months of the fiscal year, as expatriate workers chose unauthorised methods to send money home amid the widening gulf betweenofficial and unofficial currency rates, The News International ... read..

Authorities in southern China launch operation to recapture 70 crocodiles set loose by heavy flooding

Beijing | September 12, 2023 7:45:10 PM IST

Authorities in a southern Chinese city have launched an operation to recapture more than 70 crocodiles that escaped from a commercial farm after intense flooding swept through the region, CNN reported citing multiple state media outlets. ... read..

Egypt: India Army troops participate in 34 nations Exercise Bright Star

Cairo | September 12, 2023 7:45:03 PM IST

Indian Army troops on Tuesday took part in the 34 nations Exercise Bright Star in Egypt. ... read..

Pakistan: Protests in Sindh as govt fails to rescue victims of abduction

Karachi | September 12, 2023 7:44:54 PM IST

The organisers of the Minority Rights and Aurat March held their second protest at Teen Talwar in Karachis Clifton on Monday to condemn the failure of the police and the caretaker Sindh cabinet to ensure the rescue of abducted minority Hindus Sagar Kumar ... read..

UAE launches new version of Al Hosn app

Asia | September 12, 2023 7:44:52 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): The UAE health authorities have launched an updated version of "Al Hosn" app, the national digital healthcare platform for vaccinations and more in the UAE. ... read..

Ukraine should withdraw presidential decree banning talks with Russia: Putin

Vladivostok | September 12, 2023 7:44:50 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said Ukraine should withdraw its presidential decree banning talks with Russia, adding this will come as the first step toward a dialogue, TASS reported. ... read..

RAK Ruler receives Ambassador of Kuwait

Middle East | September 12, 2023 7:44:48 PM IST

Ras Al Khaimah[UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi today received Ambassador of Kuwait to the UAE, Jamal Al Ghunaim, at his Palace at the Saqr bin Mohammed City. ... read..

US: Broward County in Florida declares November as Hindu Heritage Month

By Reena Bhardwaj

Florida | September 12, 2023 6:43:33 PM IST

Broward County in Florida has declared the month of November as Hindu Heritage Month, acknowledging Hinduism as one of the worlds largest and oldest religions. ... read..

UAE exempts citizens of Armenia from pre-entry visas

Middle East | September 12, 2023 5:44:53 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM):The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs signed a protocol amending a Memorandum of Understanding to waive pre-entry visas between the UAE and Armenia for stays of up to 90 days, facilitating the movement of citizens of ... read..

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau finally flies out from Delhi, after aircraft troubles sorted

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 5:44:55 PM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who had been stranded in Delhi for two days after the G20 Leaders Summit due to a technical snag in his flight, departed from the national capital on Tuesday afternoon. ... read..

Pakistan: Anti-Terror Court acquits four men 'having links with separatist outfits' for lack of evidence

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 5:44:23 PM IST

Pakistan's Anti-Terrorism Court has acquitted four men who were accused of having links with banned separatist outfits pertaining to possession of explosive material for want of evidence, reported The News International. ... read..

Pakistans debt servicing heads towards record PKR 8 trillion as interest rate hike looms

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 5:43:54 PM IST

Pakistans entire debt servicing is on track to reach a historic high of Pakistan Rupee (PKR) 8 trillion, with the prospect of a minor increase in the policy rate in the region of 1 per cent against the anticipated allocation of PKR 7.3 trillion for the c ... read..

Ukraine launches drones at Zaporizhzhia's Enerhodar: Rosatom head

Moscow | September 12, 2023 4:44:18 PM IST

Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom head Alexey Likhachev said that Ukraine attacked Enerhodar city in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia on Monday and added that two drones were downed, Russia-based Sputnik reported. ... read..

UAE: DEWAs hydroelectric power plant in Hatta is 74 pc complete

Middle East | September 12, 2023 4:44:10 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM):Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), announced that the pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant site DEWA is building in Hatta, with a planned production capacity of 250 ... read..

From Kashmiri Pashmina to Zighrana Ittar, PM Modi gifts handcrafted artefacts to G20 leaders signifying India's rich culture

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 4:44:04 PM IST

Visiting G20 Heads of State, leaders and their spouses were presented with handcrafted artefacts signifying India's rich culture by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor project will benefit Russia: Putin

Moscow | September 12, 2023 4:43:59 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday said he sees nothing in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) that can hinder Russia and that the project according to him benefits Russia, TASS reported. ... read..

Pakistan's caretaker PM says, Election Commission not President empowered to decide on polls

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 3:44:21 PM IST

Amid speculations over the announcement of the poll date, Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar on Monday said the president is not empowered to do so, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. He further said that the Election Commission of Pak ... read..

Indian Air Force refuels Egyptian Rafale fighters as part of Exercise Bright Star-23

Cairo | September 12, 2023 1:47:31 PM IST

An Indian Air Force (IAF) IL-78 tanker refuelled Mig 29 M and Rafale fighter aircraft of the Egyptian Air Force as part of the Exercise Bright Star-23, Indian Air Force said on Tuesday. ... read..

Pakistan International Airlines risks grounding 15 planes amid financial crisis

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 1:47:20 PM IST

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is at risk of grounding 15 planes as it is yet to clear dues worth up to Rs 20 billion, Geo News reported. ... read..

People in Bhutan celebrate birth of royal princess

Thimphu | September 12, 2023 12:44:32 PM IST

People in Bhutan celebrate the birth of a royal princess. Celebrations started after King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and his wife Queen Jetsun Puma were blessed with a daughter, the couple's third child and first daughter, The Bhutan Live reported. ... read..

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia

Moscow | September 12, 2023 11:46:56 AM IST

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Russia on Tuesday ahead of an expected and closely watched summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, reported CNN citing state media. ... read..

US welcomes India's nod to lower tariffs on several American agri products

Washington, DC | September 12, 2023 11:46:47 AM IST

The United States has welcomed India's consent to reduce tariffs on several American agricultural products. ... read..

Pakistan: Special court allows Imran Khan to talk to his sons over phone

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 11:46:34 AM IST

The Official Secrets Act Special Court has permitted the former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan to talk to his sons over the phone till September 15, reported The News International. ... read..

Afghanistan: Central Bank to ban use of Pakistani currency soon

Kabul | September 12, 2023 11:46:19 AM IST

The Central Bank of Afghanistan has initiated the promotion of the Afghani currency in the countrys southwestern region since last week and is likely to ban the use of Pakistani currency soon, reported Khaama Press. ... read..

Analyzing New Delhi Declaration: Insights from G20 Summit

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 10:46:10 AM IST

The G20 summit reached a successful conclusion in Delhi on September 10, featuring numerous prominent global leaders who also engaged in a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines. The summit led to the consolidation of a comprehensive framework with ... read..

Pakistan court issues arrest warrant for Islamabad Inspector General of Police in Elahi arrest case

Islamabad | September 12, 2023 10:46:06 AM IST

Lahore High Court has issued a bailable arrest warrant for Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Akbar Nisar Khan for not appearing before the court in a case related to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi's arrest, Pakis ... read..

Afghanistan: Malala Yousafzais father condemns 'gender apartheid', anti-women policies

Kabul | September 12, 2023 10:46:00 AM IST

Father of Nobel Laureate Malala Yousafzai, has condemned anti-women policies and "gender apartheid" in Afghanistan, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Afghan refugees in Pakistan complain about mistreatment by police: Report

Kabul | September 12, 2023 9:44:15 AM IST

Amid the ongoing tensions between Kabul and Islamabad, Afghan refugees in Pakistan complained about mistreatment by the country's police, Afghanistan-based TOLO News reported. ... read..

Rural residents most affected after deadly earthquake hits Morocco

Rabat | September 12, 2023 9:44:07 AM IST

As the 6.8-magnitude earthquake hit southwest Morocco on Friday, the poor rural villages that line the valleys and peaks of one of the Atlas Mountains near the city of Marrakesh are the most affected ones, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel condoles demise of former House Speaker Nembwang

Kathmandu | September 12, 2023 8:43:14 AM IST

Nepal President Ramchandra Paudel on Tuesday condoled the demise of former house speaker and Vice-Chairman of Nepal opposition CPN-UML- Subash Chandra Nembwang at the age of 70. ... read..

Why little Chinese investments despite India being top investment opportunity destination

Asia | September 12, 2023 8:43:10 AM IST

When solely considering investment opportunities, India is the top destination for Chinese companies, but it falls to 11th place in the overall rank as the most attractive destination when other factors are considered. ... read..

Former Nepal House Speaker Subash Chandra Nembwang passes away

Kathmandu | September 12, 2023 7:44:33 AM IST

Nepals former House Speaker and Vice-Chairman of Nepal opposition CPN-UML- Subash Chandra Nembwang on Tuesday succumbed to a heart attack at the age of 70, his party officials confirmed. ... read..

Donald Trump demand recusal of US Judge in 2020 federal election case

Washington, DC | September 12, 2023 7:44:32 AM IST

Former US President Trump has demanded the recusal of the federal judge in charge of his 2020 election subversion case in Washington, DC. on Monday, The Hill reported. ... read..

UAE and Philippines explore enhancing trade, investments opportunities

Middle East | September 12, 2023 7:44:28 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, today received a high-level delegation from the Philippines at the headquarters of the Ministry of Economy in Dubai. ... read..

UAE President offers condolences by phone to Libyas Dbeibeh and Haftar over flood victims

Middle East | September 12, 2023 7:44:26 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], September 12 (ANI/WAM): President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has extended his condolences over two phone calls to Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, Prime Minister of Libyas Government of National Unity, and Field Marshal Khalifa ... read..

More Park and Ride spaces added to ease Tel Aviv congestion

Middle East | September 12, 2023 7:44:24 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], September 12 (ANI/TPS): The Ministry of Transportation and Cross Israel inaugurated the new and upgraded HaNetiv parking lot at the entrance to the Gush Dan (greater Tel Aviv) area intended to encourage more people to take advantage o ... read..

India-UK hold 12th Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) in New Delhi

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 7:44:21 AM IST

The 12th Round of Ministerial India-UK Economic and Financial Dialogue was held in New Delhi on Monday. ... read..

Morocco quake death toll passes 2800, rescue operation underway

Rabat | September 12, 2023 6:44:57 AM IST

The death toll in the Morocco earthquake has passed 2800 after a powerful 6.8 earthquake hit the country on Friday last week, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

River of red wine flows through Portuguese town after distillery accident

Lisbon | September 12, 2023 5:45:08 AM IST

Following an accident at a distillery in the small Portuguese town of So Lorenco de Bairro, a river of red wine was seen flowing through the streets there, the New York Post reported. ... read..

Storm Daniel sweeps Libya, over 2000 feared dead

Tripoli | September 12, 2023 5:45:06 AM IST

More than 2,000 people are feared dead amid devastating flooding caused by Storm Daniel, which blasted across the country's east, CNN reported. ... read..

Protest held in Afghanistan's Nangarhar over closure of Torkham crossing

Kabul | September 12, 2023 5:45:03 AM IST

Amid the closure of Torkham crossing as the clashes continued for the 5th continuous day, the people in Afghanistan's Nangarhar held protests to revolt against the ongoing situation, reported TOLOnews. ... read..

"Absolutely believe it was a success:" US on recently concluded G20 Leaders' Summit in Delhi

Washington, DC | September 12, 2023 4:43:41 AM IST

As the G20 Leaders' Summit concluded with great fervour in Delhi under India's presidency on Sunday, the United States also called it an 'absolute success.' ... read..

Bill Gates hails PM Modi's leadership as G20 reaches consensus on role of digital public infrastructure?

Washington | September 12, 2023 4:43:37 AM IST

Microsoft founder Bill Gates on Monday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and praised the G20 grouping for reaching the "groundbreaking" consensus on the role of digital public infrastructure?as a critical accelerator of the Sustainable Deve ... read..

Pak: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chitral region under massive cross-border tensions

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | September 12, 2023 3:43:38 AM IST

The Chitral region in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has recently made headlines owing to a fatal cross-border incursion on September 6, Dawn reported. ... read..

PM Modi reviews trade ties with Saudi Arabia Crown Prince in Delhi

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 2:44:35 AM IST

Reviewing trade ties with his Saudi Arabia Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored that both countries are confident of commercial linkages to grow even further in future. ... read..

India and Saudi Arabia sign agreement on cooperation in Energy Sector

New Delhi | September 12, 2023 1:44:21 AM IST

India and Saudi Arabia on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of energy to develop a stronger partnership between India and Saudi Arabia in the field of energy. ... read..

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