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UN Special Rapporteur expresses concern about media restrictions in Afghanistan
Kabul | May 5, 2024 5:30:20 AM IST
The United Nations Human Rights Council's Special Rapporteur for Afghanistan, Richard Bennett, has expressed concern about the surge in restrictions on media in Afghanistan, according to TOLOnews. ... read..


At least 56 killed due to torrential rains in Brazil
Brasilia | May 5, 2024 4:29:12 AM IST
At least 56 people were killed due to torrential rains, followed by floods and mudslides in Brazil, forcing thousands of people out of their homes, reported Al Jazeera citing the government. ... read..


Pakistan: Faisal Karim Kundi takes oath as Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor
Islamabad | May 5, 2024 3:29:46 AM IST
Pakistan People's Party's Faisal Karim Kundi took oath as the governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Saturday, according to ARY News. ... read..


Anti-Taliban protests enter second day in Afghanistan's Badakhshan
Kabul | May 5, 2024 3:29:43 AM IST
The anti-Taliban protests in Afghanistan's Badakhshan's Darayim district entered its second day on Saturday as the residents expressed concern over the detention of these five community leaders, according to Khaama Press. ... read..


Pakistan: Six terrorists killed in exchange of fire with security forces in North Waziristan
Islamabad | May 5, 2024 2:29:36 AM IST
Six terrorists were gunned down by the security forces in North Waziristan on Saturday, ARY News reported, citing military media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ... read..


UAE: Sharjah Consultative Council committee reviews works of Sharjah Health Authority
Middle East | May 5, 2024 12:30:36 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Health, Labour and Social Affairs Committee of the Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) received an in-depth review of the operations of the Sharjah Health Authority and its crucial role in healthcare within the Emirate ... read..


UN demands better protection for journalists on environment beat
Middle East | May 5, 2024 12:30:28 AM IST
New York [US], May 4 (ANI/WAM): Marking the World Press Freedom Day on Friday, 3rd May, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres highlighted an uptick in violence faced by journalists covering environmental issues, which has made the profession increasingly ... read..


Muslim Council of Elders organises seminar on women's rights at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Middle East | May 5, 2024 12:30:22 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Muslim Council of Elders' Pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2024 organised a seminar titled "Reading of the book 'Concern for Female Rights." ... read..


Emirate of Ajman records 7 pc growth in tourism revenue in Q1-24
Middle East | May 5, 2024 12:30:21 AM IST
Ajman [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Emirate of Ajman witnessed a 7 per cent increase in total tourism revenue in the first quarter of 2024, driven by a 3 per cent rise in occupancy rates and a 9% growth in visitor numbers compared to the same period in 2023 ... read..


Know BJP: United Russia Party leader discusses development of inter-party cooperation with Chattisgarh CM
Moscow | May 5, 2024 12:29:52 AM IST
International Relations Department Head of the United Russia Party, Valeria Gorokhova, attended the "Know BJP" programme in Chattisgarh and discussed the prospects for the development of inter-party cooperation among the regions. ... read..


Labour's Sadiq Khan makes history, wins third term as London Mayor
London | May 4, 2024 11:29:31 PM IST
Pakistani-origin Sadiq Khan Saturday won a third term as London's mayor, capping a round of local elections across England that confirmed the political supremacy of the Labour Party and spelt misery for Britain's Conservative government, CNN reported. ... read..


Sharjah Petroleum Council announces discovery of new reserves at Al Hadiba gas field
Asia | May 4, 2024 11:29:23 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], May 4 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Petroleum Council (SPC), a Government of Sharjah undertaking, has announced the discovery of new gas reserves in Al Hadiba field, located north of the Al Sajaa Industrial Area in Sharjah, in promising economical ... read..


"PM Modi's govt will never compromise when it comes to national security": Jaishankar on India-China borders' clashes
Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 10:31:07 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said that India has "very strongly countered" China by deploying thousands of troops along LAC and emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will never compromise when it comes to nationa ... read..


1 in 26 Uyghurs jailed, accounting 1/3 of China's prison population: Uyghur Human Rights Project report
Washington DC | May 4, 2024 10:30:52 PM IST
An annual report by a Uyghur advocacy group revealed ongoing persecution in China's far-western Xinjiang province, with an estimated 1 in 26 Uyghurs jailed, accounting for a third of China's prison population, 3.5 times the world's highest rate of impriso ... read..


Pakistan to take legal action against companies resisting to block SIM cards of tax evaders
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 9:30:26 PM IST
The Pakistan government on Friday decided to legally move against any telecom operator or others trying to create hindrances in disabling the mobile phone SIMs of over half a million tax evaders, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


China among world's 10 most dangerous countries for media professionals: Report
Beijing | May 4, 2024 9:30:17 PM IST
China is among the world's 10 most dangerous countries for media professionals in the 2024 rankings, Voice of America (VOA) reported. ... read..


4 killed after Pakistan security forces open fire on peaceful protest in Balochistan
Balochistan | May 4, 2024 9:30:09 PM IST
Striking against the freedom of speech and expression, Pakistan's paramilitary Frontier Corps opened fire at the people protesting peacefully in the Balochistan province of Pakistan. ... read..


Pakistan Telecommunication Authority rejects govt demand to block over 0.5 million SIMs of non-filers
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 9:30:01 PM IST
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has rejected the Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) demand to block SIMs of approximately 0.6 million non-filers, arguing that such an order would not have legal bindings and contrary to the legal framework, Ge ... read..


"Our GDP is at 7 pc, check others": EAM refutes US President's "xenophobic" remark
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 8:30:31 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday refuted US President Joe Biden's "xenophobia" remark and argued that India's economic growth is at 7 per cent which is higher than many other countries. ... read..


Pak: Anti-Terrorism Court issues arrest warrants for 14 suspects for skipping May 9 case trial
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 7:30:39 PM IST
An Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) of Pakistan issued bailable arrest warrants for 14 suspects for skipping trial proceedings of two cases related to the May 9 riots, reported Dawn. ... read..


CJI Chandrachud flags economic disparity, family breakdowns as drivers of juvenile delinquency
Kathmandu | May 4, 2024 7:30:26 PM IST
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud on Saturday delivered a lecture on juvenile justice at a symposium organized by the Supreme Court of Nepal in association with UNICEF and highlighted that children are often driven to delinquent behaviour due to econo ... read..


15 dead after landslides, flooding hits Indonesia'S South Sulawesi province
Jakarta | May 4, 2024 7:30:28 PM IST
At least 15 people died after heavy rains in Indonesia's South Sulawesi province triggered landslides and flooding, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..


Someone who wants to leave country or avoid incarceration makes a deal: Imran Khan
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 7:29:40 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan on Friday, emphasised that a deal is made by someone who wants to leave the country or avoid incarceration, reported The News International. ... read..


"Things have changed after Modi ji came ": EAM Jaishankar vows firm response to Pakistan's terrorism
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 7:29:38 PM IST
Vowing to give an appropriate response to Pakistan's cross-border terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday that after Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office, India's stance to handle the neighbouring country has changed, unlike ... read..


"They unilaterally took some measures": EAM Jaishankar on Nepal introducing new Rs 100 currency note featuring disputed Indian territories
Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | May 4, 2024 7:29:23 PM IST
Contesting Nepal's decision to introduce a new Rs 100 currency note featuring disputed Indian territories External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi's position is very clear adding that Kathmandu unilaterally took some measures on their si ... read..


Media bodies express concern over state of 'free media' in Pakistan
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 4:31:01 PM IST
While observing World Press Freedom Day, media bodies voiced concerns over the state of free media in Pakistan, with a focus particularly on mainstream media and social media restrictions during election days, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Pak: JUI-F chief announces grand event for 50th anniversary of declaring Ahmadis non-Muslims
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 4:30:24 PM IST
Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman has announced that his party would hold a "grand event" at the Lahore's tower Minar-i- Pakistan on September 7 this year to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1974 decision that declared Ahmadis ... read..


Afghan Consul General in Mumbai Zakia Wardak steps down over 'personal attacks and defamation'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | May 4, 2024 4:30:18 PM IST
Afghanistan's Consul General in Mumbai Zakia Wardak has announced her decision to step down from her role at the Consulate and Embassy of Afghanistan in India. Wardak said that she has faced numerous "personal attacks and defamation" over the past year. ... read..


Taiwan, US hold trade talks in Taipei, discuss agricultural products and forced labour
Taipei | May 4, 2024 2:30:10 PM IST
Taiwan's government expressed hope that the US will open its market to Taiwanese mangoes and pineapples, among other agricultural products during the trade talks between the US and Taiwan, Central News Agency (CNA) reported. ... read..


Jaishankar rejects US President Biden's remarks, says, "India not xenophobic, but very open and welcoming"
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:43 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has rejected recent remarks by US President Joe Biden describing India as "xenophobic" and emphasised that the country has been open and welcoming to people from diverse societies. ... read..


Indian warship helps Pakistani crew onboard Iranian fishing vessel
New Delhi | May 4, 2024 2:29:21 PM IST
Indian Navy has responded to a distress call and provided critical medical assistance to a Pakistani crew member onboard an Iranian fishing vessel Al Rahmani, an Indian Navy spokesperson said. ... read..


India, Sweden welcome progress in bilateral cooperation, stress on need to focus on emerging technologies
Stockholm | May 4, 2024 2:28:56 PM IST
India and Sweden held the 7th session of Foreign Office Consultations in Stockholm on Friday and welcomed the progress in all areas of bilateral cooperation and deliberated on the way forward in priority sectors of innovation and sustainability, trade and ... read..


Canadian Politician Jagmeet Singh alleges India hand in Nijjar killing despite police not giving any such proof
Ottawa | May 4, 2024 11:30:33 AM IST
Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has again alleged an Indian government hand in the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar despite police personnel not giving any evidence of any link to India's involvement in t ... read..


Taiwan detects nine Chinese military aircraft, five naval vessels around nation
Taipei | May 4, 2024 9:30:32 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Saturday said that nine Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels were detected operating around nation from 6 am (local time) on Friday to 6 am (local time) on Saturday. ... read..


Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing: Canadian police release pictures of accused, other evidence
Ottawa | May 4, 2024 9:30:27 AM IST
Canadian police on Saturday released photographs of all three persons arrested in the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year amid an ongoing probe into alleged connections of the Indian government. ... read..


Brazil's Southern region grapples with deadly rains, mudslides; 37 killed
Rio Grande do Sul | May 4, 2024 7:30:48 AM IST
In what authorities are describing as the worst disaster in its history, Brazil's southern state of Rio Grande do Sul is reeling from the devastating effects of heavy rains and mudslides. The death toll has surged to 37, with 74 individuals reported missi ... read..


'I have no campus to go back to': Israeli students denounce US university demonstrations
Middle East | May 4, 2024 6:30:41 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 4 (ANI/TPS): Israeli students studying at Columbia and Harvard Universities denounced American administrators for mishandling pro-Palestinian demonstrations on those campuses. ... read..


Canada: Indian couple, their grandchild killed in multi-vehicle accident
Whitby (Ontario) | May 4, 2024 5:30:35 AM IST
An Indian couple and their grandchild were among four people who lost their lives in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Whitby on Monday. ... read..


India's Panchayati Raj system highlights strides made in women's leadership: Ruchira Kamboj
New York | May 4, 2024 5:30:31 AM IST
India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj, shed light on the remarkable progress made in women's leadership within India's Panchayati Raj system, saying, "India prides itself on a unique system of rural governance known as the Panchayati ... read..


Chinese media revoke entries from South Asian journalism awards
Beijing | May 4, 2024 4:30:42 AM IST
A Chinese media organisation, Caixin Media, is distancing itself from participating in Asia's high-profile journalism award, Nikkei Asia reported. ... read..


UK: Boris Johnson turned away from polling station for forgetting ID
Oxfordshire | May 4, 2024 4:30:37 AM IST
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson was turned away from a polling station during the United Kingdom's local elections due to his forgetfulness regarding ID, a requirement he himself had introduced while in office, CNN reported. ... read..


India to replace military personnel from Maldives by May 10
Male | May 4, 2024 3:30:42 AM IST
India and Maldives held the 4th meeting of the bilateral High-Level Core Group on Friday and reviewed the replacement of Indian military personnel from the Island nation by May 10 and noted that government will replace military personnel before the noted ... read..


Nijjar murder remains "very much under active investigation"; 3 Indian nationals arrested: Canada police
Surrey (British Columbia) | May 4, 2024 3:30:38 AM IST
The Canadian Police have arrested and charged three individuals in connection with the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, amid ongoing investigations into alleged connections to the Indian government. ... read..


Journalism in Pakistan "under threat"; journalists have become "punching bags": IFJ report
Islamabad | May 4, 2024 12:01:55 AM IST
Journalism in Pakistan is "under threat," the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) said in its report on Friday on the occasion of Press Freedom Day, reported Geo News. ... read..


Littoral Response Group's visit adds "new dimension to India-UK defence partnership": British High Commission
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | May 3, 2024 12:01:12 AM IST
The British High Commission appreciated the completion of the landmark visit of the United Kingdom's Littoral Response Group (LRG) to India, and stated that it adds a new dimension to the existing UK-India defence partnership. ... read..


UAE: Sharjah Airport Authority announces its participation at ATM 2024
Middle East | May 3, 2024 12:01:01 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 3 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) announced its participation in the 31st edition of the Arabian Travel Market 2024 (ATM), scheduled to start on May 6 and continue until May 9 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ... read..


Indian nationals advised to "remain vigilant" while travelling to Israel, Iran: MEA
New Delhi | May 3, 2024 12:00:59 AM IST
Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday advised Indian nationals travelling to the two countries to "remain vigilant" and stay in contact with the Indian Embassy. ... read..


Nepal to incorporate new political map on Nepali Rupee 100 banknotes
Kathmandu | May 3, 2024 10:59:33 PM IST
A cabinet meeting on Friday has decided to incorporate a new political map of Nepal on 100 rupee banknotes, a government spokesperson confirmed. ... read..


Indian Navy begins trials in Rs 60,000 crore tender for 6 advanced submarines
New Delhi | May 3, 2024 9:59:34 PM IST
The Indian Navy has begun trials for building six highly advanced submarines in the country in a Rs 60,000 crore tender, as it is working towards the modernisation of its conventional submarine fleet. ... read..


India, Indonesia hold Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting, to enhance collaboration in maritime security
New Delhi | May 3, 2024 9:59:22 PM IST
The seventh India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting was held here on Friday with the two sides agreeing to enhance collaboration in areas of defence industry, maritime security and multilateral cooperation. ... read..


India, Sweden hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss bilateral ties
Stockholm | May 3, 2024 9:59:20 PM IST
India and Sweden held the 7th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Friday in Stockholm and discussed bilateral relations as well as global issues of mutual interest. ... read..


India's 'Mandvi to Muscat' lecture series creates awareness about contributions of Indian community in boosting ties
Muscat | May 3, 2024 9:59:18 PM IST
The eight-month-long India's iconic 'Mandvi to Muscat' lecture series has concluded with the lecture increasing awareness about the contributions of the Indian community in strengthening India-Oman ties. ... read..


Pakistan: Campaign launched for safe return of missing Baloch journalist
Quetta | May 3, 2024 8:01:55 PM IST
Several human rights activists and Baloch leaders announced the launch of a social media campaign to find out the whereabouts of Rashid Hussain Brohi, a Baloch journalist and human rights activist missing since 2018. ... read..


Taiwan in peak period of weapon acquisition to strengthen "kill chain" functionality against China: Taiwan Defence Ministry
Taipei | May 3, 2024 8:01:35 PM IST
The Taiwan Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Friday said that the country is in the peak period of weapon acquisition to strengthen its integrated "kill chain" functionality and prevent a Chinese attack, reported Taiwan News. ... read..


International committee urges Pakistani authorities to "swiftly, impartially investigate death threats against journalists"
Islamabad | May 3, 2024 8:01:23 PM IST
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CJP) has urged the Pakistani authorities to "swiftly and impartially investigate the death threats and online harassment against senior journalists in the country, stressing on the anchorperson Hamid Mir, reported Geo ... read..


Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa witnessed 179 terror attacks in 2024, says report
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | May 3, 2024 8:01:18 PM IST
A total of 179 terrorist incidents were recorded in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province of Pakistan till April 30 this year, according to the Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD), as reported by ARY News. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar receives ASEAN delegation, says "comprehensive strategic partnership will grow from strength to strength"
New Delhi | May 3, 2024 8:00:19 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday met ASEAN Senior Officials in the national capital and expressed confidence that the ASEAN-India comprehensive strategic partnership will grow from strength to strength. ... read..


India, Netherlands hold Foreign Office Consultations, agree to further strengthen bilateral ties
Hague | May 3, 2024 5:00:37 PM IST
India and the Netherlands held the 12th Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Thursday in Hague and agreed to further strengthen bilateral ties by focusing on new and emerging technologies like semiconductors and green hydrogen. ... read..


Israeli Defence Minister and US Secretary of Defence discuss Gaza
Middle East | May 3, 2024 5:00:35 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 3 (ANI/TPS): Overnight, Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant spoke with US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. The discussion focused on operational developments in the southern and northern arenas, as well as the shared commitm ... read..


Dubai RTA launches 'Stadium' Bus Station, improves several bus routes
Middle East | May 3, 2024 4:00:16 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], May 3 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to inaugurate on Friday, 3rd May, the new Stadium Bus Station, which is located at the Al Qusais Area besides the Stadium Metro Station, which boasts a strategic location tha ... read..


PoK: 20 people killed, 21 others injured after bus falls into ravine in Gilgit-Baltistan's Diamer
Gilgit-Baltistan | May 3, 2024 3:01:34 PM IST
At least 20 people were killed and 21 others injured after a passenger bus veered off a narrow mountain road and fell into a ravine in Diamer district of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir's Gilgit-Baltistan, Geo News reported, citing police. ... read..


Eight Syrian soldiers injured in Israeli airstrike near Damascus
Damascus | May 3, 2024 3:01:08 PM IST
Syrian defence ministry claimed on Friday that eight Syrian soldiers were injured in an Israeli airstrike near Damascus. ... read..


Philippines summons Chinese envoy over South China Sea water cannon attack
Manila | May 3, 2024 8:01:28 PM IST
The Philippines has summoned a Chinese envoy after Beijing's use of a water cannon against two Philippine vessels during a patrol in the South China Sea and accused China of "harassment" and "dangerous maneuvers," Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko to visit Nepal on May 5
Kathmandu | May 3, 2024 3:00:06 PM IST
Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs, Kamikawa Yoko, will travel to Nepal on Sunday, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Friday. ... read..


South Korea: Baloch National Movement protests at Biff Square against 'state-sponsored' oppression
Seoul | May 3, 2024 3:00:02 PM IST
The South Korean chapter of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) staged a protest at Biff Square in South Korea's Busan calling for an end to what they describe as "state-sponsored" oppression against the Baloch people, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


India, Nigeria agree for early conclusion of local currency settlement system treaty to strengthen economic ties
New Delhi | May 3, 2024 2:59:55 PM IST
A seven-member delegation from India held a Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting with their Nigerian counterparts in Abuja and identified several areas of focus for enhancing bilateral trade and mutually beneficial investments. The two sides agreed for an ... read..


Taiwan bans its people from working at China's Confucius Institutes
Taipei | May 3, 2024 11:00:30 AM IST
Confucius Institutes (CIs), non-profit educational institutions funded by the Chinese government, have been added to a list of political, governmental, and military bodies of China where Taiwan's citizens are banned from working, the Central News Agency ( ... read..


Taiwan detects 26 Chinese military aircraft, five naval vessels around nation
Taipei | May 3, 2024 11:00:28 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Friday said that it detected 26 Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels operating around the nation from 6 am (local time) on Thursday and 6 am (local time) on Friday. ... read..


Turkey halts trade with Israel over Gaza humanitarian crisis
Ankara | May 3, 2024 9:00:13 AM IST
Turkey has halted all exports and imports to and from Israel, citing the escalating humanitarian situation in Gaza, announced the Turkish Ministry of Trade, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Israel: Kibbutz Be'eri announces resident slain by Hamas on Oct 7; body held in Gaza
Tel Aviv | May 3, 2024 9:00:08 AM IST
Kibbutz Be'eri has announced the tragic loss of its resident, Dror Or, who fell victim to Hamas' terror assault on October 7, and his body remains held in Gaza, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Erez crossing reopens - Hundreds of trucks filled with aid enter Northern Gaza
Middle East | May 3, 2024 9:00:06 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 3 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) reported that the Erez crossing into Gaza on its northern border with Israel opened for t ... read..


Israeli FM calls Turkish FM dictator after Turkey imposes total trade embargo
Middle East | May 3, 2024 9:00:03 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 3 (ANI/TPS): Israel's foreign minister Israel Katz condemned Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his decision Thursday to end all imports from and exports to Israel, closing Turkish ports to Israeli trade, calling the Turkis ... read..


Gaza war military leaders promoted
Middle East | May 3, 2024 9:00:01 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], May 3 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces' (IDF) Spokesman said that, after a "lengthy process," Minister of Defence, Yoav Galant, and IDF Chief of the General Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, agreed on the promotion of commande ... read..


Imran Khan will become Shehbaz Sharif if he makes deal with 'establishment': Fawad Chaudhry
Islamabad | May 3, 2024 8:59:57 AM IST
Former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Fawad Chaudhry said Thursday that the party's founder would become Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif if he makes a deal with the establishment, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Persistent negative views of China prevail among Americans, survey reveals
Washington, DC | May 3, 2024 6:59:40 AM IST
For the fifth consecutive year, approximately eight out of ten Americans maintain unfavourable perceptions of China, with a significant portion advocating for constraints on Beijing's influence, according to a recent public opinion poll, Voice of America ... read..


Saudi women's rights activist sentenced to 11 years in prison
Riyadh | May 3, 2024 5:59:36 AM IST
Saudi activist Manahel al-Otaibi, 29, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for advocating women's rights and her manner of dress, CNN reported, citing, human rights organisations. ... read..


Russian, US troops operating at same Niger Base amid Ukraine war tensions
Niamey | May 3, 2024 5:59:28 AM IST
Russian and US troops have been operating out of the same military base in Niger for several weeks, according to a US defence official and another source familiar with the situation, as reported by CNN. ... read..


President "respects" his allies, partners: White House defends Biden calling Japan, India 'xenophobic'
Washington, DC | May 3, 2024 1:59:19 AM IST
Hours after President Joe Biden termed India, Japan and other nations, "xenophobic," the White House clarified the President's intentions, emphasising his "respect" for allies and partners. ... read..


Taiwan tracks four Chinese military aircraft, naval vessels around the country
Taipei | May 2, 2024 12:00:38 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) said that it detected four Chinese military aircraft and four naval vessels around the country, among which three crossed the median line between 6 am Wednesday and 6 am Thursday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


India, Indonesia to hold 7th Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting tomorrow
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:00:36 AM IST
India and Indonesia will hold the seventh Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) meeting in the national capital on Friday. ... read..


Internet connection disrupted in Nepal as ISPs default payments for upstream services
Kathmandu | May 2, 2024 12:00:33 AM IST
The majority of internet users in Nepal have been facing disruption in internet connection since Thursday evening as the Internet Service Providers (ISPs) failed to settle their dues. ... read..


India refutes reports of Indian companies taking over visa issuance at Colombo airport
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 12:00:20 AM IST
India has refuted reports of Indian companies taking over visa issuance at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Colombo. ... read..


'Know BJP Initiative': Seven-member delegation of foreign diplomats attends JP Nadda's rally in Madhya Pradesh
Vidisha (Madhya Pradesh) | May 2, 2024 12:00:18 AM IST
As part of the BJP's global outreach program, a seven-member delegation of diplomats from different missions in India attended BJP national president JP Nadda's political rally in Sironj town of Vidisha district in Madhya Pradesh. ... read..


European Union condemns violence, threats against journalists
Middle East | May 2, 2024 12:00:16 AM IST
Brussels [Belgium], May 2 (ANI/WAM): Josep Borrell, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, affirmed the EU's firm condemnation of all acts of violence, including threats, against journalists for exercising their ... read..


UAE President receives condolences on passing of Tahnoun bin Mohammed from Egyptian President, King of Jordan
Middle East | May 2, 2024 12:00:14 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 2 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received a cable of condolence from Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, on the passing of Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan. ... read..


"Both free speech and rule of law must be upheld': US President Biden on pro-Palestine protests on campuses
Washington, DC | May 2, 2024 12:00:10 AM IST
US President Joe Biden on Thursday broke the silence on the ongoing pro-Palestinian protests in several universities across the nation, emphasising that both free speech and the rule of law must be upheld. ... read..


US President Joe Biden calls Japan, India 'xenophobic' nations that do not welcome immigrants
Washington, DC | May 2, 2024 12:00:12 AM IST
US President Joe Biden on Thursday said the "Xenophobic" nature of India, China, Japan and Russia for their economic troubles and argued that America's economy is growing because it welcomes immigrants to its soil. ... read..


NYU Abu Dhabi researchers utilise Webb Telescope to uncover new insights on giant exoplanet
Middle East | May 2, 2024 11:59:49 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 2 (ANI/WAM): NYU Abu Dhabi Research Scientist Jasmina Blecic and Associate Professor Ian Dobbs-Dixon from the Centre for Astrophysics and Space Science (CASS), together with colleagues from the James Webb Space Telescope Transiting Ex ... read..


Russia's gas production rises to 196 billion cubic metres
Middle East | May 2, 2024 11:59:47 PM IST
Moscow [Russia], May 2 (ANI/WAM): Gas production in Russia in the first three months of this year, from January to March, increased by 9.4 per cent compared to the same period last year to reach 196 billion cubic metres. ... read..


Sharjah Institute for Heritage participates in Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Middle East | May 2, 2024 11:59:39 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 2 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Institute for Heritage (SIH) is actively participating in the 33rd session of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, showcasing over 800 titles covering various aspects of cultural heritage. ... read..


Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology leads UAE delegation at GCC industry meetings in Qatar
Middle East | May 2, 2024 11:59:38 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 2 (ANI/WAM): Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, on Wednesday, led a UAE delegation participating in a series of regional industrial meetings taking place in Doha, Qatar. ... read..


China: Death toll in highway collapse in Guangdong rises to 48
Beijing | May 2, 2024 11:59:10 PM IST
The death toll in an expressway collapse in South China's Guangdong Province early Wednesday has risen to 48, Xinhua reported, citing authorities. ... read..


Indian ships Saryu, LCU58 dock at Yangon port in Myanmar
Naypyidaw | May 2, 2024 10:01:36 PM IST
In a bid to combat illegal fishing, Indian ships Saryu and LCU58 made a port call at the Yangon port in Myanmar. ... read..


"He travelled on diplomatic passport": MEA on Prajwal Revanna
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 10:01:01 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday clarified that JD (S) MP Prajwal Revanna from Hassan Lok Sabha Constituency, who is facing a SIT probe over allegations of sexual abuse neither did seek nor was granted political clearance for his trip to trave ... read..


Gautam Adani meets British envoy to India Lindy Cameron
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 10:00:47 PM IST
Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani on Thursday met with the British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, and discussed a wide range of topics including cybersecurity and the future of nuclear energy. ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan's party issues white paper, demands judicial commission to probe 'rigging' in Feb 8 elections
Islamabad | May 2, 2024 10:00:37 PM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has issued a white paper on alleged rigging in the February 8 general elections, and demanded the formation of the judicial commission to probe the "snatching of the 180 seats," reported Geo News. ... read..


Pakistan Army pushes Baloch individuals to bonded labour: Activist
Balochistan | May 2, 2024 10:00:29 PM IST
Baloch rights activist Sammi Deen Baloch on Thursday expressed serious concern over the atrocities inflicted by the Pakistan Army on the locals of Mashkay, who are being forced into labour camps for the reconstruction of the alleged army post attacked rec ... read..


"Trudeau's remarks illustrate political space given in Canada to extremism, violence...": MEA
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 9:00:34 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday condemned the pro-Khalistan slogans at a public event attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, and stressed that this shows the kind of political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, ex ... read..


India 'watchful' of Chinese vessel docked in Maldives: MEA
New Delhi | May 2, 2024 8:59:58 PM IST
India is "watchful" of the presence of a Chinese vessel in the Maldives and taking "appropriate measures" to safeguard its national and economic security, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday. ... read..


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