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Australia's Foreign Minister in US to attend Trump's inauguration, meets counterparts from India, Japan
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 10:42:37 PM IST
Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Penny Wong, said that Australia is one of the few foreign government to have been invited to attend the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump. During her visit, Wong met her Quad colleagues - External Af ... read..


JD Vance sworn-in as 50th Vice President of United States
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 10:42:25 PM IST
JD Vance on Monday took oath as the 50th Vice President of the United States at the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington DC. ... read..


Donald Trump sworn-in as 47th President of United States
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 10:42:21 PM IST
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States as during the 60th Presidential Inauguration at the US Capitol in Washington, DC. US Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath to Trump. ... read..


Trump supporters eagerly await his inauguration as 47th US President
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 10:12:32 PM IST
The premises of US Capitol Rotunda building erupted with the chants of 'USA, USA' as the big screen shows outgoing President Joe Biden welcoming President-elect Donald Trump at the White House. President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath as the 47th p ... read..


Donald Trump, Joe Biden arrives together to Capitol Rotunda for swearing-in ceremony
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 10:12:30 PM IST
President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing US President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday. ... read..


Vice President-elect JD Vance, his wife received by Kamala Harris at White House
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 9:42:34 PM IST
US Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife, Usha Chilukuri Vance were received by outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband, Douglas Craig Emhoff at the White House. ... read..


Joe & Jill Biden welcome Donald & Melania Trump at White House for pre-inauguration tea
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 9:12:31 PM IST
Outgoing US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden welcomed President-elect Donald Trump and Melania Trump to the White House for pre-inauguration tea, ahead of the swearing-in ceremony. ... read..


"Open to dialogue with new US administration about Ukraine conflict": Putin ahead of Trump's inauguration
Moscow | January 20, 2025 9:12:23 PM IST
Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to hold communication with the incoming US administration about the Ukraine conflict and called elimination of the root cause of the crisis as ... read..


India-Japan bilateral meeting strengthens ties
New Delhi | January 20, 2025 8:42:40 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya on January 19, 2025, in Washington DC. ... read..


US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife at Blair House after attending church service
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 8:42:33 PM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump and his wife, Melania Trump, have arrived at Blair House, the President's guest house after attending church service alongside his family at St Johns Episcopal Church. ... read..


Andhra CM holds series of meetings with Swiss investors on first day of visit to Davos
Zurich | January 20, 2025 8:42:27 PM IST
On the first day of his visit to Davos on Monday, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu held a series of high-level meetings with investors and business leaders. His visit is part of his participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit, wh ... read..


10 Taiwanese arrested in Malaysia with NTD 860 million worth of drugs
Taipei | January 20, 2025 8:12:29 PM IST
Malaysian police have arrested 12 suspects, including 10 Taiwanese nationals, following raids targeting an international drug syndicate, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Baloch American Congress condemns violent police crackdown on Karachi rally
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 8:12:27 PM IST
The Baloch American Congress has strongly condemned the violent actions taken against a peaceful rally in Karachi, led by prominent activist Sammi Deen Baloch. ... read..


"To see them come home is heartwarming": Israel Consul to South India Orli Weitzman on first hostage release
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 20, 2025 7:42:40 PM IST
The Consul General of Israel to South India, Orli Weitzman, expressed that Israel sees the recent ceasefire deal with Hamas as a crucial step toward securing the return of all hostages taken during the brutal October 7 invasion. ... read..


Donald Trump and family attend church service before inauguration
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 7:42:39 PM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump and his family arrived at the St, Johns Episcopal Church to attend a church service ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States. ... read..


Pakistan: Karachi Police blacklists 110 house helpers in robberies cases
Islamabad | January 20, 2025 7:42:28 PM IST
Karachi Police has blacklisted 110 house helpers for criminal records relating to robberies against them, ARY News reported. ... read..


US: Biden issues pre-emptive pardons for Gen Milley, Fauci and Jan 6 panel members
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 7:42:26 PM IST
US President Joe Biden on Monday issued pre-emptive pardons for General Mark Milley, Dr Anthony Fauci and members of Congress who served on the committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol as a shield against possible retaliatory act ... read..


Pope Francis extends wishes to Donald Trump, expresses hope Americans under his leadership will "strive to build more just society"
Vatican City | January 20, 2025 7:12:51 PM IST
Pope Francis on Monday offered wishes to US President-elect Donald Trump in a message sent ahead of the presidential inauguration ceremony in Washington, DC. He expressed hope that US under Trump's leadership will prosper and always strive to "build a mor ... read..


EAM Jaishankar to represent PM Modi as his Special Envoy at Donald Trump's swearing-in as US President
New Delhi | January 20, 2025 7:12:50 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will represent Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy at the inaugural function of President Donald Trump in Washington DC today. The External Affairs Minister is carrying a letter from the Prime Minister ... read..


People start to gather outside US Capitol Rotunda building ahead of Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 7:12:35 PM IST
People have started to gather outside the US Capitol Rotunda building, where US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is scheduled to be held today. ... read..


Taiwanese delegation returns home safely after Palau accident
Taipei | January 20, 2025 7:12:34 PM IST
A Taiwanese delegation has returned to Taiwan after sustaining minor injuries in a car accident in Palau on Friday night. The delegation had been in Palau to attend the inauguration of Palauan President Surangel Whipps Jr, Taipei Times reported. ... read..


"I Love Trump": Excitement builds at Capitol One centre ahead of Trump's inauguration
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 7:12:30 PM IST
People expressed enthusiasm as they gathered outside the US Capitol Rotunda building, where US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration is scheduled to be held Monday. ... read..


Pakistan: Power supply restored at Dhabeji Pumping Station, says KE spokesperson
Karachi | January 20, 2025 7:12:26 PM IST
Power supply to the Dhabeji pumping station has been promptly restored after a disruption that lasted many hours, rednering difficulty to the citizens, a Karachi Electric (KE) spokesperson confirmed, as per reports by ARY News. ... read..


Economic strain deepens as tourism industry struggles with fee hikes in PoGB
Gilgit | January 20, 2025 6:43:17 PM IST
The steep rise in royalty and mountaineering fees in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) has sparked concern among tour operators, who fear the region's growing adventure tourism industry could collapse, Dawn reported. ... read..


Myanmar Military, armed group signs ceasfire agreement, says China
Beijing | January 20, 2025 6:12:46 PM IST
The Myanmar military and the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army (MNDAA) signed a formal ceasefire agreement, which came into effect on Saturday, halting the constant fighting, Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Monday as reported by Xinhua. ... read..


"To see them come home is heartwarming": Israel Consul to Siuth India Orli Weitzman on first hostage release
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 20, 2025 6:12:42 PM IST
The Consul General of Israel to South India, Orli Weitzman, expressed that Israel sees the recent ceasefire deal with Hamas as a crucial step toward securing the return of all hostages taken during the brutal October 7 invasion. ... read..


UP CM's Chief Advisor briefs foreign media on various facets of Maha Kumbh 2025
Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 20, 2025 6:12:40 PM IST
Chief Advisor to Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Awanish Kumar Awasthi, and his delegation on Monday, briefed the foreign media on the various facets of the Maha Kumbh 2025 and its cultural, spiritual and digital significance. Ministry of External Affairs ( ... read..


Pakistan: Man arrested for posing as terrorist in extortion scheme
Punjab | January 20, 2025 6:12:35 PM IST
A resident of Weaver Colony in Ghulam Muhammadabad has been arrested by Pakistan's Counter-Terrorism Department (CTD) for posing as a member of a terrorist group to extort money from a local citizen, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Pak government to not form judicial commission to probe May 9 violence
Islamabad | January 20, 2025 6:12:33 PM IST
Pakistan government has decided against forming judicial commission to investigate May 9 2023 violene, which erupted after the arrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, ARY News reported, citing sources. ... read..


Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif urges Shehbaz Sharif to keep national interest supreme in talks with Imran Khan's party
Islamabad | January 20, 2025 5:42:36 PM IST
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif has urged Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to keep the national interest supreme in the ongoing talks with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Protests continue across Sindh Universities over appointment of bureaucrats as Vice-Chancellors
Karachi | January 20, 2025 5:12:35 PM IST
Academic activities in universities across Pakistan's Sindh province have been suspended for the fifth consecutive day as protests continue against the appointment of bureaucrats as vice-chancellors. ... read..


Karachi water supply severely impacted by Dhabeji Pumping Station power failure
Karachi | January 20, 2025 4:42:24 PM IST
Karachi's water supply has been significantly disrupted following a power failure at the Dhabeji pumping station. The incident, caused by an explosion during the breakdown, resulted in the rupture of two major pipelines, halting water delivery to several ... read..


East Turkistan Genocide Day: ETGE demands global action against Chinese atrocities
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 4:12:35 PM IST
The East Turkistan Genocide Recognition and Remembrance Day was commemorated on January 19, by the East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE), in remembrance of the millions of Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, and other Turkic peoples who suffered alleged atrocit ... read..


Pakistan: Islamabad's Polyclinic denies fake vaccine administration claims
Islamabad | January 20, 2025 4:12:24 PM IST
Amid allegations of counterfeit vaccines being administered to travellers and pilgrims at the International Vaccination Centre (IVC) in Polyclinic, the hospital's spokesperson clarified that the facility does not procure vaccines for travellers, Dawn repo ... read..


US: Melania Trump launches her cryptocurrency
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 4:12:22 PM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump, has launched her cryptocurrency ahead of Trump's inauguration, CNN reported. ... read..


Russian Envoy to India wishes NSA Doval on 80th birthday
Moscow | January 20, 2025 3:42:37 PM IST
Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov wished National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on his 80th birthday on Monday. ... read..


Abu Dhabi ranked world's safest city for 9th consecutive year
Middle East | January 20, 2025 3:42:36 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 20 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi has been ranked first on the world's safest cities list in 2025, the ninth consecutive year it has topped the list since 2017, according to online database Numbeo, reflecting the emirate's efforts to develo ... read..


Omani Foreign Minister receives Federal National Council Speaker
Middle East | January 20, 2025 3:42:30 PM IST
Muscat [Oman], January 20 (ANI/WAM): Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman, received today Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), who is on an official visit to Oman heading a parliamentary delegation. ... read..


UAE: MoFA receives credentials of Consul-General of Ghana
Middle East | January 20, 2025 3:42:28 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], January 20 (ANI/WAM): Rashid Abdulla Al Qaseer, Deputy Director of Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) Dubai Office, has met with Evelyn Korantemaa Ofosu Amable, Consul-General of the Republic of Ghana in Dubai, and received her credentials. ... read..


Bangladesh: Bail hearing of Hindu priest Chinmoy Brahmmachari likely to be held next week
Dhaka | January 20, 2025 3:42:23 PM IST
Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmmachari, the spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatani Jagran Jote, has applied for bail in the High Court in the sedition case on the charge of insulting the national flag of Bangladesh, a lawyer said on Monday. ... read..


Land mafia threatens future of Degree College in PoJK's Chinari
Chinari | January 20, 2025 3:12:48 PM IST
The Degree College in Chinari, located in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), has become the centre of a growing dispute over land encroachment, as a powerful land mafia threatens to undermine the institution's future. ... read..


"Japan and India have great responsibility for peace," Japanese Minister for Foreign Affairs says
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 3:12:43 PM IST
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya said that Japan and India, sharing common fundamental values, have a great responsibility for peace and prosperity of the international society, a statement by Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs sai ... read..


Our friendship is based on common interests in common values: Ambassador of Argentina to India
New Delhi | January 20, 2025 3:12:34 PM IST
Ambassador of Argentina to India, Mariano Caucino, highlighted the growing bilateral ties between the two nations, emphasising the strong foundation of friendship between them based on shared interests and values. ... read..


Pakistan: JUI-F chief calls for use of jirga system to resolve Kurram dispute, opposes using force
Mardan | January 20, 2025 3:12:30 PM IST
Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman has called for use of jirga system to resolve dispute between warring groups in Kurram, stressing that use of force or imposition of one-sided decision could further worsen the fragile situation in the vola ... read..


China executes man for deadly car rampage that killed 35 people in Zhuhai
Beijing | January 20, 2025 3:12:27 PM IST
China has executed the man who killed 35 people by driving his car into a crowd at a sports center in November, marking the deadliest public attack in the country in a decade, CNN reported, citing state media reports on Monday. ... read..


Kazakhstan's rare earth resources boost India's renewable energy goals
By By Dr Chandan Kumar

New Delhi | January 20, 2025 2:42:36 PM IST
As the global push for clean energy intensifies, the demand for rare earth elements--critical for renewable energy technologies--continues to surge. ... read..


"Something needs to change," Musk questions X's ban in China after TikTok ban reversal
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 2:12:26 PM IST
Tesla CEO Elon Musk hailed US President-Elect Donald Trump's decision to not ban Chinese social media app TikTok. ... read..


US: Hindus for America highlights growing Indian American support for Trump
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 1:42:49 PM IST
Founder and chairman of Hindus for America First PAC, Utsav Sanduja, spoke about the growing support for US President-elect Donald Trump from the Indian American community, stating that the backing from the community grew from 22 per cent in 2020 to 31 pe ... read..


Paank condemns two enforced disappearances
Balochistan | January 20, 2025 1:42:44 PM IST
Paank, a Baloch human rights organization, denounced the forcible disappearance of two Baloch people, Jawad Baloch and Zubair Ahmed. These occurrences point to a pattern of human rights violations that require quick attention and responsibility, according ... read..


Tibetan MPs embark on Nordic advocacy tour for Tibet from January 22-30
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | January 20, 2025 1:42:36 PM IST
A parliamentary delegation from the Tibetan Parliament-in-Exile will go to Denmark, Norway, and Sweden from January 22 to 30, 2025, as part of the Tibet advocacy campaign in Europe. ... read..


Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs confident about Trump's backing to AUKUS
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 1:12:30 PM IST
Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong expressed her faith in Australian Ambassador to the US, Kevin Rudd for forming an effective relationship with the Trump administration. ... read..


Usha Vance's grandaunt congratulates US Vice President-elect JD Vance, his wife ahead of inauguration
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | January 20, 2025 12:42:58 PM IST
US Vice President-elect JD Vance's wife, Usha Vance's grandaunt, Professor C Santhamma, extended her congratulations to the couple on their new roles ahead of their inauguration as the Vice President and Second Lady of the US. ... read..


Pleased at invitation extended to Quad Foreign Ministers at Trump's inauguration, demonstrates iron-clad commitment to alliance: Australia's Foreign Minister
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 12:42:55 PM IST
Australia's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Penny Wong, has expressed happiness over the invitation extended to Foreign Ministers of India, US, Australia and Japan for inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump and stressed that it demonstrates "collec ... read..


"Quad shares unwavering commitment to peaceful Indo-Pacific"
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 12:42:40 PM IST
Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Penny Wong said that she looked forward to meeting her Quad partners and expanding their cooperation. ... read..


Swearing-in, ball dance, and more- what is to happen at Trump's inauguration as US President
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 12:12:52 PM IST
The stage is set for a grand ceremony leading up to US President-Elect Donald Trump's swearing-in on Monday. The events are set to begin with Trump's departure to St John's Church and offering of service. He will then go to the Blair House, The President' ... read..


"Will revoke dozens of destructive, radical executive orders of Biden administration": Trump
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 11:42:59 AM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) said that within hours of him taking office as the 47th President of the US, he would be revoking dozens of "destructive and radical" executive orders issued by the Biden administration, declaring tho ... read..


"Today we save our nation, begin making America great again": US President-elect Trump
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 11:12:39 AM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) expressed his gratitude towards the gathering during a candlelight dinner at the National Building Museum in Washington DC, saying that it was the day their nation was saved and the beginning of makin ... read..


Bangladesh: Bail hearing of Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das likely to be held today
Dhaka | January 20, 2025 11:12:30 AM IST
Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatani Jagran Jote spokesperson, Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmmachari, has applied for bail in the high court in the sedition case on the charge of insulting the national flag of Bangladesh, a lawyer said on Monday. ... read..


Indiaspora congratulates Trump on second term, highlights growing Indian-American influence
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 11:12:28 AM IST
The Indian diaspora organisation, Indiaspora, in the US extended their congratulations to the incoming Trump administration, particularly from the community on Monday ahead of his inauguration as the 47th President of the US, according to a press statemen ... read..


Draped in traditional Kanchipuram Silk saree, Nita Ambani puts spotlight on Indian craft at President-elect Trump's reception
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 10:42:32 AM IST
As the world gathers in Washington for President-Elect Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony, Nita Ambani, Chairperson Reliance Foundation, graced the Private Reception on Saturday with her characteristic elegance. ... read..


"Today we save our nation, begin making America great again": Trump: US President-elect Donald Trump
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 10:42:28 AM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) expressed his gratitude towards the gathering during a candlelight dinner at the National Building Museum in Washington DC, saying that it was the day their nation was saved and the beginning of makin ... read..


"Tomorrow begins a new Golden Age!" US Speaker gives sneak peek into arrangements in Capitol Hill
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 9:42:55 AM IST
US Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson on Monday showed the 'behind the scenes activity' before the inauguration of US President-Elect Donald Trump. ... read..


Washington: EAM Jaishankar meets Japan, Australia's Foreign Ministers, discusses bilateral ties
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 9:42:52 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday met Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Washington DC. ... read..


London: Pro-Khalistan extremists disrupt screening of "Emergency" in Harrow cinema
London | January 20, 2025 9:42:35 AM IST
A group of pro-Khalistan extremists stormed a cinema in the London town of Harrow and attempted to stop the screening of the Kangana Ranaut starrer film "Emergency," the social movement of British Hindus and Indians, Insight UK, stated on Monday. ... read..


Very soon we will begin the largest deportation exercise in American history: Trump at MAGA rally
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 8:42:41 AM IST
Hours before his inauguration, US President-elect Donald Trump said, "very soon we will begin the largest deportation exercise in American history." ... read..


Tibetans prepare for Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration amid succession speculation
Dharmashala (Himachal Pradesh) | January 20, 2025 8:42:37 AM IST
The Tibetan government in exile is preparing for the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday celebration on July 6, 2025, with speculation surrounding the Dalai Lama addressing the issue of his succession during that time. ... read..


Taiwan detects 4 Chinese aircraft, 6 vessels around its territory
Taipei | January 20, 2025 8:12:34 AM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MSD) has detected four Chinese aircraft and six naval vessels around the island as of 6 am (UTC+8) on Monday. ... read..


Israel-Hamas epic ceasefire result of historic victory in November: Trump at MAGA Victory Rally
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 7:42:38 AM IST
Calling the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas a "first step" towards lasting peace in the Middle East, US President-elect Donald Trump claimed that the "epic" agreement could happen "only" due to his historic victory in November presidential polls. ... read..


Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 launches largest relief phase in Gaza amid ceasefire
Middle East | January 20, 2025 7:42:29 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 20 (ANI/WAM): The largest phase of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 was launched today to provide relief aid to Gaza residents, in line with the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to extend all forms of assis ... read..


"We need to save TikTok...don't want to give our business to China": Trump at MAGA Victory Rally
Washington DC | January 20, 2025 6:42:23 AM IST
Hours before his inauguration, President-elect Donald Trump said that he agreed to "approve" TikTok on the condition that the USA will own 50 per cent of the Chinese app to "save" American jobs and prevent "our business" going to the communist nation. ... read..


'No development in negotiations between PTI and government': JUI-F Chief Fazl
Islamabad | January 20, 2025 5:42:23 AM IST
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) leader Maulana Fazlur Rehman has expressed doubts about the ongoing talks between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and the government, and stated that he sees no development in the negotiations, ARY News reported. ... read..


TikTok thanks President-elect Donald Trump as it restores service in US
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 4:42:50 AM IST
Expressing gratitude to US President-elect Donald Trump for "providing the necessary clarity and assurance," the Chinese short-form video service app TikTok has confirmed that it was in the process of restoring service in the United States. ... read..


President-elect Trump, VP-elect JD Vance lay wreath at Arlington Cemetery ahead of inauguration
Washington, DC | January 20, 2025 3:12:23 AM IST
United States President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance on Sunday (local time) participated in a solemn ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, where they laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on the eve of the ... read..


"Israel committed to returning all of the hostages": Netanyahu after release of 3 women under Gaza ceasefire deal
Tel Aviv | January 20, 2025 2:42:30 AM IST
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed its commitment to securing the release of all hostages after the Hamas handed over the three Israeli women as part of the first phase of the landmark Gaza ceasefire agreement. ... read..


ASAS launches phase two of Sajaa Industrial Lands project
Middle East | January 19, 2025 11:42:36 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): ASAS Real Estate, a subsidiary of Sharjah Islamic Bank, has announced the launch of sales for phase two of the Sajaa Industrial Lands project in a strategic location in Sharjah's Sajaa Industrial Area. ... read..


"Picture abhi baki hain mere dost": Eric Garcetti reflects on his journey as he bids farewell as 26th US Ambassador
New Delhi | January 19, 2025 11:42:24 PM IST
Reflecting on his time in the country, the outgoing US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, in his farewell bid, spoke about the strong bonds forged between the two nations during his tenure as the 26th US envoy. ... read..


Saqr Ghobash holds discussion session with Chairman of Omani Shura Council
Middle East | January 19, 2025 11:12:48 PM IST
Muscat [Oman], January 19 (ANI/WAM): Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), and Khalid bin Hilal Al Maawali, Khalid bin Hilal Al Maawali, Chairman of the Shura Council in the Sultanate of Oman, held a discussion session at the Shura ... read..


Ethiopian delegation explores Dubai Culture's strategic projects, practices
Middle East | January 19, 2025 11:12:47 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): A high-ranking delegation from the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia visited the headquarters of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral collaborati ... read..


Piyush Goyal holds high-level dialogue with European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security
Brussels | January 19, 2025 11:12:39 PM IST
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met with Maros Sefcovic, the European Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, in Brussels from January 18-19, 2025, an official press release by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry stated. ... read..


Trump promises to delay TikTok ban, proposes US ownership stake
Washington, DC | January 19, 2025 10:43:03 PM IST
US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that he plans to issue an executive order on Monday to delay the enforcement of the TikTok ban for 90 days. ... read..


"They're home": Hamas returns three hostages to Israel in first phase of ceasefire deal
Tel Aviv | January 19, 2025 10:42:53 PM IST
In a major breakthrough, the first set of three Israeli hostages have been handed over to Israel on Sunday, in accordance with the hostage release framework for the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. ... read..


US President Biden welcomes release of three Israeli hostages under Gaza ceasefire deal
Washington, DC | January 19, 2025 10:42:37 PM IST
In a landmark step under the Gaza ceasefire agreement, US President Joe Biden announced the release of three Israeli hostages who had been held in captivity for 471 days, as per an official press conference by the White House. ... read..


US: Kundan Spaces MD Ashish Jain attends Trump's private reception ahead of his inauguration
Washington DC | January 19, 2025 10:42:29 PM IST
The Managing Director of Pune-based real estate firm Kundan Spaces, Ashish Jain, on Sunday made his notable presence among other Indian business leaders during a private reception in Washington DC, ahead of the inauguration of Donald Trump as as the 47th ... read..


Ahmed bin Mohammed launches Media Leadership Programme
Middle East | January 19, 2025 10:42:27 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, launched the Media Leadership Programme, a strategic initiative aimed at shaping a new generation of ... read..


TikTok goes offline in US ahead of ban, company pins hopes on 'potential reinstatement' under Trump
Washington DC | January 19, 2025 9:42:30 PM IST
The Chinese short-form video service app TikTok went offline in the US on Saturday night (local time), just hours before a law banning the app was set to take effect, CNN reported. ... read..


Israeli envoy thanks India's "overwhelming support" after Israel-Hamas ceasefire comes into effect
New Delhi | January 19, 2025 8:42:34 PM IST
As the ceasefire agreement with Hamas came into effect today, Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, emphasised that it could help in bringing back the hostages and ensuring that Hamas is not able to repeat a "massacre" of Israelis like the October 7 a ... read..


Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant against cricketer Shakib Al Hasan
Dhaka | January 19, 2025 7:42:46 PM IST
A court in Dhaka on Sunday issued an arrest warrant against Bangladeshi cricketer Shakib Al Hasan in a dishonoured cheque case, the lawyers related to the matter said. ... read..


US Sentator Marco Rubio vows to oppose Uyghur deportations by Thailand
Washington, DC | January 19, 2025 7:12:44 PM IST
US Senator Marco Rubio, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump as Secretary of State, has promised to exert diplomatic pressure on Thailand to prevent the deportation of 48 Uyghur detainees who have been held in the country since 2014. ... read..


US: Nita, Mukesh Ambani congratulate President-elect Trump ahead of inauguration
Washington DC | January 19, 2025 7:12:28 PM IST
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation founder and chairperson Nita Ambani on Sunday extended their congratulations to US President-elect Donald Trump at a private reception in Washington DC ahead of his inauguration. ... read..


Japan's elderly women turn to prison for stability amid struggles
Tokyo | January 19, 2025 6:42:52 PM IST
The increasing number of elderly women in Japanese prisons highlights broader social challenges, including poverty and isolation among the aging population, CNN reported. ... read..


Chinese manufacturers in Mexico brace for potential US tariffs under Trump
Monterrey | January 19, 2025 6:42:41 PM IST
The growth of Chinese manufacturing near the US-Mexico border has boosted the local economy and created an industrial hub in northern Mexico. The area is home to one of the many "industrial Chinatowns" that have emerged, with Chinese companies establishin ... read..


India, Italy strengthen cooperation on counterterrorism, organised crime at 5th JWF meet
Rome | January 19, 2025 5:42:27 PM IST
India and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora against terrorism and organised crime during the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime, the Ministry of External ... read..


Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal comes into effect after Israel confirms getting list of hostages
Tel Aviv | January 19, 2025 5:12:39 PM IST
Following a delay over Israel demanding the list of hostages to be released by Hamas, the implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire-hostage deal in Gaza between Hamas and Israel, came into effect today. ... read..


Sharjah Classic Cars Festival drives passion, innovation
Middle East | January 19, 2025 3:12:38 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Classic Cars Festival is set to return for its second edition from 13th to 17th February, under the theme 'Where the Story Begins'. ... read..


Fresh FIR filed against Mahrang Baloch prior to 'Baloch Genocide Remembrance Day'
Balochistan | January 19, 2025 3:12:35 PM IST
Pakistan authorities registered another FIR against Mahrang Baloch, the central organizer of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), and 80 participants in a gathering held in the Tepul area of Naseerabad. ... read..


UAE provides winter aid to 12,500 displaced people in Gaza
Middle East | January 19, 2025 3:12:29 PM IST
Gaza city [Gaza], January 19 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates concluded on Saturday a major campaign to distribute winter clothing to residents of southern Gaza shelter camps as part of "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3", the largest relief initiative in ... read..


BNM pays tribute to Sham-e-Sar victims, calls international communities for justice
Balochistan | January 19, 2025 2:42:58 PM IST
The Baloch National Movement paid tribute to the victims of Sham-e-Sar of an atrocious Pakistan Army airstrike on January 18, 2024, in Western Balochistan according to a post by BNM. ... read..


Singapore President visits vaccine facility in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | January 19, 2025 2:42:50 PM IST
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam visited the state-of-the-art Sapigen Biologix vaccine facility in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, which has been established with an investment of Rs 1,500 crore. The plant is expected to have the capacity to produce eight ... read..


Residents of Skardu district protest against prolonged power outages
Skardu | January 19, 2025 2:42:36 PM IST
Residents of Baghardu, a locality in the Skardu district of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan, staged a protest on Thursday against frequent and unscheduled power outages that have been severely affecting daily life, according to Pamir Times. ... read..


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