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Victims of Baltimore bridge collapse include those from Mexico, Guatemala

Maryland | March 27, 2024 2:28:29 PM IST

Among those reported missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in the US are Mexican nationals, CNN reported, citing Rafael Laveaga, Chief of the Consular Section of Mexico's Embassy in Washington. ... read..

"A key country for us": Bill Gates affirms India central role in global progress

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:50 PM IST

Billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday emphasised India's pivotal role in his philanthropic endeavours and technological aspirations. ... read..

"A key country for us": Bill Gates affirms India's central role in global progress

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:33 PM IST

Billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday emphasised India's pivotal role in his philanthropic endeavours and technological aspirations. ... read..

Envoys of five nations present credentials to President of India

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:07 PM IST

President of India, Droupadi Murmu, accepted credentials from the Ambassadors/High Commissioner of Philippines, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Kenya and Georgia at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday, Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a press release. ... read..

Taiwan tracks 9 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval vessels operating around nation

Taipei | March 27, 2024 12:26:50 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) said that it detected nine Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating around Taiwan between 6 am (local time) on Tuesday to 6 am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..

"Personnel on board ship...undoubtedly saved lives": Biden credits quick action by Indian crew members in US bridge collapse

Washington, DC | March 27, 2024 11:28:16 AM IST

US President Joe Biden lauded the prompt action by personnel on board the cargo ship 'Dali', which struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore causing the bridge to plunge into the river below sending several people and vehicles into the water. ... read..

On Bangladesh's 54th National Day, India extols deep ties with "largest development partner"

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 11:28:02 AM IST

Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi, extended felicitations on the occasion of Bangladesh's 54th National Day as she gave a resounding tribute to the enduring camaraderie between India and Bangladesh. ... read..

6.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Suva in Fiji

Suva | March 27, 2024 9:27:07 AM IST

An earthquake of 6.4 magnitude struck the Suva in Fiji during the early hours of Wednesday (local time), the National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..

New York: Over 7000 Indians, Americans celebrate Holi with a taste of embassy's ODOP delights

New York | March 27, 2024 9:27:06 AM IST

The vibrant colours of Holi splashed across South Street Seaport in New York as more than 7,000 Indians and Americans came together to celebrate the festival of colours. ... read..

"They can't digest India's rise": Indian student alleges hate campaign against him during college elections in London

London | March 27, 2024 9:27:02 AM IST

Satyam Surana, the Indian student who came to the limelight for bravely retrieving the Tricolour amidst an attack on the Indian High Commission in the United Kingdom by extremists last year, is now speaking out against alleged hate and smear campaigns tar ... read..

UAE: Foreign minister Abdullah bin Zayed visits National Museum in Prague

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:24 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 27 (ANI/WAM): UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the National Museum in Prague on the sidelines of his working visit to the Czech Republic. ... read..

Leaders from Al-Azhar visit Muslim Council of Elders' HQ in Abu Dhabi to offer congratulations on 10th anniversary

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:22 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 27 (ANI/WAM): The Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, welcomed, at the Council's headquarters in Abu Dhabi, Professor Mohamed Abdel Rahman Al-Duweiny, the Deputy of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, who wa ... read..

Israel expects huge jump in International travellers in April

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:20 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Transportation expects that more than 1.2 million passengers will pass through Ben Gurion Airport in the month of April. ... read..

Mother of missing person Kabir Baloch urges people to participate in media campaign against forced disappearance

Balochistan | March 27, 2024 7:25:14 AM IST

The mother of Kabir Baloch, who has been missing for 15 years, urged everyone to participate in the media campaign against forced disappearance, which will be held today (Wednesday). ... read..

NADRA leaks data of over 2 million people of Pakistan: Report

Islamabad | March 27, 2024 7:25:09 AM IST

The Pakistan Joint Investigation Team (JIT) submitted a report to the interior ministry on Tuesday, regarding the leakage of citizens' data by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), as reported by The News International. ... read..

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Six missing workers presumed dead, says Maryland state police

Maryland | March 27, 2024 7:25:05 AM IST

The Maryland state police on Wednesday said that the six people who were missing after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed Tuesday in Baltimore, Maryland, have been presumed dead. ... read..

'This is no ordinary bridge...path to normalcy will not be easy': US Transportation Secy on Baltimore bridge collapse

By Reena Bharadwaj Maryland | March 27, 2024 6:26:11 AM IST

US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg emphasised that the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, which collapsed earlier on Tuesday, was not an ordinary bridge and was one of the cathedrals of American infrastructure and added that the path to nor ... read..

India releases second tranche of INR/Nu 5 billion to Bhutan for GyalSung Infrastructure Project

Thimphu | March 27, 2024 6:26:09 AM IST

India handed over the second tranche of INR/Nu Five billion for the development of infrastructure related to the GyalSung Project to Bhutan on Tuesday. ... read..

Link between Moscow terror attack and suicide attack in Pakistan, claims Pashtun activist

Geneva | March 27, 2024 4:26:28 AM IST

Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) member Fazal-ur-Rehman Afridi alleged that there seems to be a link between the Moscow terror attack and the recent attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Shangla district, which has killed five Chinese nationals. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar visits Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Paheredar in Manila

Manila | March 27, 2024 4:26:25 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Paheredar on Tuesday during its port call to Manila and said that India's Act East policy and Indo-Pacific vision will continue to give it a more contemporary form. ... read..

"Need to verify numbers of crew on board and their status": US National Transportation Safety Board on Baltimore bridge collapse

Washington, DC | March 27, 2024 3:25:42 AM IST

US National Transportation Safety Board Chair Jennifer Homendy said that she has heard conflicting information regarding the on-board crew and their nationality who were on the container ship that collided with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, M ... read..

Islamabad HC judges, in letter to Supreme Judicial Council, allege Pakistan's ISI interference in judicial matters

Islamabad | March 27, 2024 2:26:33 AM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) judges have urged the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) to convene a judicial convention over the alleged interference of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) in judicial matters, according to Geo News. ... read..

"They can't digest India's rise...": Indian student alleges hate campaign against him during college elections in London

London | March 27, 2024 2:26:28 AM IST

Satyam Surana, an Indian student, who came to the limelight when he picked up the tricolour from the road, defying the attack at the Indian High Commission in the United Kingdom by extremist elements last year, is now alleging hate and smear campaigns ag ... read..

Ship that crashed into pillar leading to Baltimore Bridge collapse had all-Indian crew, says shipping company

Maryland | March 27, 2024 12:27:20 AM IST

The Singapore-flagged vessel that collided with one of the pillars of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland, leading to its collapse on Tuesday, had an all-Indian crew of 22 members, the ship company said. ... read..

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Maryland Governor says 'mayday' call by ship helped in saving lives

Maryland | March 27, 2024 12:27:09 AM IST

Maryland Governor Wes Moore said that the container ship, before colliding with the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, made a 'mayday' call, which prompted officials to stop traffic and try to evacuate people on the bridge, the New York Times reported ... read..

China demands "thorough investigation" into suicide blast killing five Chinese engineers

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | March 27, 2024 12:26:28 AM IST

China has demanded a "thorough investigation" after five of its nationals were killed in an attack on a convoy in Bisham tehsil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Shangla, Dawn reported. ... read..

Strong diaspora can contribute to strengthening India-Armenia bilateral relations: RS Dy Chairman Harivansh

Geneva | March 27, 2024 12:26:27 AM IST

The Indian parliamentary delegation led by Deputy Chairman Rajya Sabha Harivansh held a bilateral meeting with the parliamentary delegation of Armenia led by Hakob Arshakyan, the Vice President of the national assembly, on the sidelines of Inter-Parliamen ... read..

UAE Parliamentary Division highlights importance of strengthening culture of coexistence, tolerance to resolve global conflicts

Middle East | March 27, 2024 12:26:19 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 26 (ANI/WAM): Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, Head of the Federal National Council (FNC) Parliamentary Division Group at the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), highlighted the importance of promoting parliamentary diplomacy, which plays a cruci ... read..

Israel confirms deepest airstrike in Lebanon since October 7

Middle East | March 27, 2024 12:26:17 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces on Tuesday confirmed the deepest airstrikes in Lebanon on Hezbollah targets since October 7. The strikes came after the Iran-backed terror group fired rockets at a military air traffic contr ... read..

Working together for a healthier, safer world: WHO and IPU renew partnership

Middle East | March 27, 2024 12:26:09 AM IST

Geneva [Switzerland], March 26 (ANI/WAM): The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) today signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU), reaffirming the critical role that parliamentarians play in enabling good health to ... read..

Rescue operation underway, ship traffic in Baltimore port suspended till further notice: Joe Biden on Baltimore bridge collapse

Washington DC | March 27, 2024 12:25:56 AM IST

US President Joe Biden informed on Tuesday that eight people were unaccounted for after the Baltimore Bridge collapse, out of which two have been rescued, while the rescue operation is ongoing for the remaining six. ... read..

UK Royal Navy vessels arrive in Chennai for joint maritime exercise, enhanced cooperation

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 26, 2024 10:31:09 PM IST

The United Kingdom's Littoral Response Group (LRG) arrived in Chennai on Tuesday as the first engagement of its deployment to the Indian Ocean region, the British High Commission informed in a statement. ... read..

"US, UK, Ukraine behind Crocus City Hall terror attack," claims Russian intelligence chief

Moscow | March 26, 2024 10:30:56 PM IST

In a major allegation amid the ongoing investigation into the Crocus City Hall attack, Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) chief Alexander Bortnikov said on Tuesday that the United States, the United Kingdom and Ukraine are behind the terrorist attack ... read..

Israel's defense minister meets with US National Security Advisor

Middle East | March 26, 2024 8:34:18 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant met with US National Security Advisor (NSA) Jake Sullivan at the White House in Washington. (The NSA's office is at the White House.) Gallant told Sullivan, "The outcomes of ... read..

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev prioritizes country's well-being, officials say

Astana | March 26, 2024 8:34:16 PM IST

Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid close attention to economic growth, improving the quality of citizens' lives, and integrated regional development, as confirmed in his address at the National Kurultai in Atyrau, State Counselor Erlan Karin ... read..

Decoding dolphins: Researchers uncover effects of ship noise on sea mammal communication

Middle East | March 26, 2024 8:34:12 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Israeli researchers uncovered compelling evidence of the impact of ship noise on dolphins, shedding new light on maritime traffic's influence on marine mammal behavior and communication patterns, and noting implicati ... read..

UK: London court stays Julian Assange's 'immediate' extradition; asks US to file assurances of his rights

London | March 26, 2024 8:34:02 PM IST

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has fended off the threat of immediate extradition to the United States after the latest ruling by the High Court in London, which has signalled it may allow him to appeal his case, CNN reported. ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Belgian counterpart on Nuclear Energy Summit; Belgium to send trade mission to India

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 8:33:58 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Belgian PM Alexander De Croo and congratulated him for the successful hosting of the First Nuclear Energy Summit in Brussels. ... read..

Indian Army provides logistic support to Indian Air Force for upcoming Exercise Gagan Shakti

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 8:33:51 PM IST

The Indian Army is providing logistic support to the Indian Air Force (IAF) for its upcoming mega Exercise Gagan Shakti 2024, showcasing the spirit of synergy between the divisions of armed forces, according to an official statement. ... read..

Pakistan needs another IMF loan programme for stability, says PM Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad | March 26, 2024 7:31:11 PM IST

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Tuesday that Pakistan needs another loan programme from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to stabilize its fragile economy, ARY News reported. ... read..

US: Maryland governor declares state of emergency after Francis Scott Key Bridge collapses in Baltimore

Maryland | March 26, 2024 6:27:00 PM IST

Following the collapse of Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland's Baltimore, Maryland governor Wes Moore declared a state of emergency on Monday, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan: At least six killed in suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | March 26, 2024 6:26:41 PM IST

At least six people, including five Chinese nationals and one Pakistani, have been killed in a suicide blast in Besham city in Shangla, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Geo News reported, citing officials. ... read..

Baloch activist hits back at Pakistani media for spreading 'propaganda' about disappearance of Karim Jan

London | March 26, 2024 6:26:17 PM IST

A prominent Baloch rights activist and the media coordinator of Baloch National Movement (BNM), Jamal Baloch on Monday strongly condemned the alleged propaganda being run by the Pakistani media against the enforced disappearances in the country. ... read..

Pakistan: Five Chinese nationals killed in suicide attack in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | March 26, 2024 5:27:42 PM IST

Five Chinese nationals were killed in a suicide attack in Besham city in Shangla, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Geo News reported, citing the police. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to lodge FIR against PML-N leader for 'threatening to kill Imran Khan'

Islamabad | March 26, 2024 5:27:37 PM IST

The leadership of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) in Karachi approached the Sir Syed Town Police Station to register a first information report (FIR) against the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) senior leader Rana Sanaullah for allegedly issuing ... read..

Pak: 47,000 sacks of wheat worth PKR 800 mn go missing from warehouse in Sindh

Khairpur | March 26, 2024 5:27:17 PM IST

As many as 47,000 wheat sacks worth Pakistan currency (PKR) 800 million which were produced by the Sindh government, have gone missing from the government's warehouse in Sindh's Khairpur district, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar conveys PM Modi's greetings as he calls on Philippine President Marcos

Manila | March 26, 2024 4:27:36 PM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Tuesday called on Philippine President Bongbong Marcos and conveyed the greetings of President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister NarendraModi to President Marcos. ... read..

Indian Coast Guard ship docks at Manila port amid tensions in South China Sea

Manila | March 26, 2024 4:27:33 PM IST

Amid tensions in the South China Sea, the Indian Coast Guard ship, Samudra Paheredar docked at the Manila Bay in the Philippines as part of a broader initiative aimed at demonstrating ICG Marine Pollution Response capabilities, the Ministry of Defence (Mo ... read..

EU to probe Apple, Meta, Alphabet under new digital law

Brussels | March 26, 2024 3:27:17 PM IST

The European Commission has opened its first "non-compliance" investigations against Alphabet, Apple and Meta under the Digital Markets Act, a law that is designed to stop Big Tech companies from cornering digital markets. ... read..

Maryland: Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses after large ship collision

Maryland | March 26, 2024 3:26:59 PM IST

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday morning after it was struck by a large ship, CNN reported citing video obtained by the outlet. ... read..

Netanyahu says US 'abandoned' Israel in UN Vote

Middle East | March 26, 2024 3:26:45 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu accused the US of "abandoning" Israel after it abstained in a vote held Monday by the UN Security Council, which called for a suspension of fighting in Gaza during the rema ... read..

Israel intensifies air strikes on Hamas, presses operations in hospital compound

Middle East | March 26, 2024 7:31:40 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Israeli fighter jets struck over 60 Hamas targets across Gaza during the last 24 hours, the Israel Defense Forces said on Tuesday morning. ... read..

Jaishankar, Philippines counterpart discuss shared interests in ensuring maritime safety

Manila | March 26, 2024 3:26:33 PM IST

India has briefed the Philippines on the Indian Navy's deployments in the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea to counter ongoing threats, external affairs minister Jaishankar said on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel's Defence Minister in US says lack of Gaza victory could lead to war in North

Middle East | March 26, 2024 3:26:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant is in Washington and spoke about his upcoming meetings with American officials. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar discusses security, maritime cooperation with his Philippine counterpart in Manila

Manila | March 26, 2024 3:26:11 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on an official visit to Manila, held a 'warm and productive' meeting with Philippines Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Enrique Manalo on Tuesday and discussed wide-ranging issues of security and maritime cooper ... read..

"We firmly support Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty": EAM Jaishankar in Manila

Manila | March 26, 2024 2:26:59 PM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, who is on a formal visit to Manila, said on Tuesday that India firmly supports the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty and will continue to further enhance cooperation in various fields, including def ... read..

India, Philippines have seen very perceptible growth in recent times: Jaishankar

Manila | March 26, 2024 2:26:58 PM IST

Hailing ties between India and the Philippines, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a visit to the Philippines on Tuesday, said that ties between Delhi and Manila have witnessed a very perceptible growth in recent times. ... read..

US designates Russian firms that helped others in evading war-related sanctions

Washington, DC | March 26, 2024 1:26:39 PM IST

The US has imposed sanctions against 13 entities and two individuals for operating in the financial services and technology sectors of the Russian Federation economy, including persons developing or offering services in virtual assets that enable the evas ... read..

White House "perplexed" after Netanyahu cancels Israeli delegation's visit to US

Washington, DC | March 26, 2024 12:26:54 PM IST

White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby said that they are "perplexed" by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel Israeli delegation's visit to the US. ... read..

At UN women's gathering, India highlights importance of public, private sectors in advancing global equality initiatives

New York | March 26, 2024 11:27:05 AM IST

India at the 68th annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW68), the UN's largest annual gathering on gender equality and women's empowerment has underscored the importance of collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors in advancing gl ... read..

Taiwan tracks 13 Chinese military aircraft, seven naval vessels operating around nation

Taipei | March 26, 2024 11:26:43 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) stated that it detected 13 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels operating around Taiwan between 6 am (local time) on Monday to 6 am (local time) on Tuesday. ... read..

US, Britain take action against China-linked firm, hackers for cyber attacks

Washington DC | March 26, 2024 10:27:14 AM IST

The United States and Britain on Monday have sanctioned two individuals and one Wuhan-based company that allegedly targeted critical infrastructure sectors in the US as part of an expansive hacking effort. ... read..

Russia: Putin says "radical Islamists" behind Moscow attack, still implies Ukraine involvement

Moscow | March 26, 2024 10:27:08 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged for the first time that "radical Islamists" were responsible for last week's attack on a concert hall outside Moscow. However, he suggested that Ukraine was also somehow involved, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Under Secy General for Humanitarian Affairs, Emergency Relief Coordinator to step down for health reasons

Middle East | March 26, 2024 8:26:46 AM IST

New York [US], March 26 (ANI/WAM): The Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Martin Griffiths, has informed the UN Secretary-General of his intention to step down for health reasons. ... read..

Israel's defense minister in US says lack of Gaza victory could lead to war in North

Middle East | March 26, 2024 8:26:42 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant is in Washington and spoke about his upcoming meetings with American officials. ... read..

Hong Kong demonstrates its "red" credentials by passing security law

Others | March 26, 2024 8:26:38 AM IST

It has long been a cherished ambition of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and Chairman Xi Jinping - but not of the vast majority of Hong Kong people - to enact security regulations that outlaw dissent against the governing regime. ... read..

No evidence that Ukrainian government had anything to do with Moscow attack: US

Washington, DC | March 26, 2024 7:25:44 AM IST

Reaffirming that the terrorist attack at the concert hall in Moscow was carried out by ISIS at Crocus, the United States said that there is no evidence that the Ukrainian government had anything to do with this attack. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar, Singapore PM exchange views on deepening engagement in fintech, digitalization, green economy

New Delhi | March 26, 2024 6:25:45 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong exchanged views on deepening engagement in fintech, digitalization, the green economy, skills development and food security. ... read..

New York judge sets April 15 trial date in Trump "hush money" case

New York | March 26, 2024 6:25:43 AM IST

A New York judge has scheduled former US President Donald Trump's hush money trial to begin on April 15, enabling his first criminal trial to begin this spring following a last-minute delay, as reported by The Hill. ... read..

US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill extend Holi wishes

Washington, DC | March 26, 2024 4:26:53 AM IST

US President Joe Biden extended Holi wishes on Monday, emphasising that millions of people globally will join together to celebrate the festival, the arrival of Spring, with Gulal and vibrant colours. ... read..

US takes actions against cyber threat group linked to Chinese govt

Washington, DC | March 26, 2024 4:26:51 AM IST

The United States has taken a series of actions against APT 31, a cyber threat group connected to the Chinese government that has targeted US officials, politicians and many others, the US State Department said. ... read..

US Navy personnel express joy in spending time in Visakhapatnam during Exercise Tiger Triumph

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 26, 2024 3:26:00 AM IST

Following Exercise Tiger Triumph, the Surface Warfare Officer on the USS Somerset, Brnjic, expressed his happiness to spend time in Visakhapatnam with Indian Navy personnel, adding that they learned a lot from them. ... read..

UN Chief on Ramadan solidarity visit to Jordan, to meet Palestine refugees served by UNRWA

New York | March 26, 2024 3:25:58 AM IST

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres visited the Wihdat Camp for Palestine refugees during his ongoing Ramadan solidarity visit to Jordan. ... read..

Israeli military captures hundreds of terrorists in shifa hospital

Middle East | March 26, 2024 12:27:48 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 25 (ANI/TPS): IDF (Israel Defence Forces) spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari Monday morning provided an update after six days of Israel's continuing military operation against Hamas and Islamic Jihad terrorists who use the Shif ... read..

Parliamentary diplomacy offers avenue for fostering peace among nations: Rajya Sabha Dy Chairman Harivansh

Asia | March 26, 2024 12:27:40 AM IST

Noting that the world today faces several transnational challenges in an era of increasing interdependence and inter-connectedness, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh on Monday said that parliamentary diplomacy offers an avenue for fostering collaborat ... read..

UK: Holi Dhamka 2024 delights attendees with vibrant celebrations at Slough Cricket Club

London | March 26, 2024 12:27:09 AM IST

In a spectacle of colours and cultural harmony, Holi Dhamka 2024, organised by Alrich Events in collaboration with IDUK Group, unfolded at the picturesque Slough Cricket Club in UK. The event, eagerly anticipated by the Indian diaspora and locals alike, w ... read..

Ukrainian Foreign Minister extends Holi wishes, announces bilateral visit to India

Kyiv | March 26, 2024 12:27:01 AM IST

Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dmytro Kuleba on Monday extended his Holi wishes and announced that he will be visiting India this week, adding that the visit will further strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries. ... read..

UN Security Council passes resolution demanding immediate Gaza ceasefire

New York | March 25, 2024 10:26:10 PM IST

The United Nations Security Council on Monday approved the resolution calling for an "immediate ceasefire" in Gaza and the "unconditional" release of all hostages held by Hamas following the October 7 attack on Israel, United Nations Secretary-General Ant ... read..

US Vice President Kamala Harris warns Israel of "consequences" of Rafah assault

Washington, DC | March 25, 2024 9:25:08 PM IST

US Vice President Kamala Harris has warned Israel of "consequences" if it launches a ground assault on the city of Rafah in southern Gaza, Al Jazeera reported on Monday. ... read..

Holi in Israel: Indian diaspora celebrates festival of colours in Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv | March 25, 2024 8:26:46 PM IST

The Indian diaspora, along with Israeli nationals, celebrated the festival of colours and the Jewish festival of 'Purim' on Monday. ... read..

"Wishing a joyful Holi": US State Secretary Antony Blinken extends greetings

Washington, DC | March 25, 2024 8:26:43 PM IST

US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, extended his wishes for the festival of Holi on Monday and hoped that the festival of colours would bring happiness and friendship across the world. ... read..

Israel agrees to US-proposed prisoner-hostage exchange deal with Hamas

Tel Aviv | March 25, 2024 7:25:40 PM IST

Israel has nodded to a US proposal on a prisoner-hostage exchange deal, under which Tel Aviv would release over 700 Palestinian prisoners, including 100 serving life sentences for killing Israeli nationals, in exchange for the release of 40 Israeli hostag ... read..

PM Modi welcomed as family during private dinner hosted at Lingkana Palace by Bhutan's King- Pics showcase bonhomie

Thimphu | March 25, 2024 6:26:58 PM IST

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent State visit to Bhutan, the Himalayan country's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck hosted a special family dinner for him. The rare and special gesture reflected the friendship and camaraderie shared between th ... read..

Philippines lodges strong protest with China over water cannon attack in disputed South China Sea

Manila | March 25, 2024 5:27:11 PM IST

In the wake of accusation by the Philippines that the Chinese Coast Guard wounded three of its soldiers during a water cannon attack in the disputed South China Sea, Manila on Monday summoned Beijing's envoy to lodge its strong protest, Al Jazeera reporte ... read..

Jaishankar calls on Singapore PM Lee Hsien Loong, values his perspective on current state of world

Asia | March 25, 2024 4:26:41 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday and conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Jaishankar valued Lee Hsien Loong's perspectives on the current state of the world. ... read..

Israel slams UN Secretary General's claim it is not letting enough aid into Gaza

Middle East | March 25, 2024 4:26:34 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 25 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) refuted claims made by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres that Israel is preventing ... read..

Pakistan: Islamabad court orders to produce Imran Khan and his wife on April 4

Islamabad | March 25, 2024 4:26:31 PM IST

A district and session court in Islamabad ordered to produce former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on April 4, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

'Happy Holi to all who celebrate,' Apple CEO Tim Cook extends greetings

California | March 25, 2024 3:26:43 PM IST

Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook extended wishes on Monday for the festival of Holi, conveying 'Happy Holi' to all who celebrate. ... read..

FCA, 'UAE Equestrian' collaborate to bring equine assisted therapy to family care services in Abu Dhabi

Asia | March 25, 2024 3:26:39 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 25 (ANI/WAM): The Family Care Authority (FCA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UAE Equestrian and Racing Federation, marking a significant step in expanding FCA's services into the equestrian field. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Judicial Department releases upgraded app offering advanced legal services

Asia | March 25, 2024 3:26:33 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 25 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has launched a new version of its application to provide an integrated and advanced platform for customers to easily access their judicial files and keep up to date with the dev ... read..

Employees of University of Balochistan without pay for past three months, demand release of salaries

Islamabad | March 25, 2024 3:26:16 PM IST

Leaders of the joint action committee, including Professor Kaleemullah Barech, Shah Ali Bugti, Nazir Ahmed Lehri, Fareed Khan Achakzai, and others, on Sunday said that the professors and employees of the University of Balochistan (UoB) have not received s ... read..

Protests held against alleged abduction, forced marriage of underage girl from Gilgit

Gilgit Baltistan | March 25, 2024 3:26:10 PM IST

Protest demonstrations took place in Hunza and Islamabad on Sunday in response to the alleged abduction and forced marriage of an underage girl from Gilgit Baltistan, Dawn reported. ... read..

4 suspects in Moscow concert hall attack detained by Russia court

Moscow | March 25, 2024 3:26:04 PM IST

Russia has arrested and charged four men it accused of the deadly attack in a Moscow concert hall that killed at least 137 people, state news agency TASS reported on Monday. ... read..

Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar on overseas deployment to ASEAN, arrives im Phillipines

Manila | March 25, 2024 2:27:08 PM IST

India Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, a specialized Pollution Control Vessel, reached Manila, Philippines on Monday, marking the commencement of its (overseas deployment) OSD mission to Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) countries. ... read..

Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar on overseas deployment to ASEAN nations, arrives in Philippines

Manila | March 25, 2024 2:26:58 PM IST

India Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar, a specialized Pollution Control Vessel, reached Manila, Philippines on Monday, marking the commencement of its (overseas deployment) OSD mission to Association of Southeast Asian Nation (ASEAN) countries. ... read..

Jaishankar, Singapore counterpart Balakrishnan exchange views on Indo-Pacific and West Asia

Asia | March 25, 2024 2:26:54 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Singapore counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan and reviewed the progress of bilateral cooperation. The two leaders exchanged views on the Indo-Pacific and West Asia. ... read..

US, Japan plan to strengthen security pact inked over 60 years ago

Paris | March 25, 2024 2:26:43 PM IST

The US military plans to bolster functions of its command headquarters in Japan, as it aims for smoother cooperation with the Asian country's self-defence forces in tackling security threats posed by China and North Korea according to diplomatic sources c ... read..

Pakistan starts preparations to launch second phase of repatriation of Afghans: Report

Islamabad | March 25, 2024 2:26:27 PM IST

Pakistan has started preparations to launch the second phase of its repatriation drive to send nearly one million 'documented' Afghans back to Afghanistan, with orders given to district authorities and police to find and gather data of their whereabouts a ... read..

Indian Coast Guard rescues crew of sinking fishing boat off Gujarat coast

Porbandar (Gujarat) | March 25, 2024 1:26:25 PM IST

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued five fishermen from a sinking Indian fishing boat Premsagar, at mid-sea, approximately 50 km from Porbandar on Sunday. ... read..

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