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Taiwan reports 5 Chinese aircraft breaching median line, 5 naval vessels operating nearby

Taipei | December 29, 2024 6:42:09 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Sunday reported the presence of five Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels operating near the island. ... read..

Winter woes in Pakistan: Severe cold wave causes spike in spread of seasonal diseases

Peshawar | December 29, 2024 5:42:08 AM IST

Severe cold waves sweeping through Pakistan have led to a spike in seasonal diseases, with health experts warning of a rise in pneumonia cases, particularly among children. ... read..

Kamal Adwan Hospital director held for questioning as an alleged suspect in terrorist activities, confirms IDF

Jerusalem | December 29, 2024 5:42:10 AM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed on Sunday that the director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza is being questioned for his suspected involvement in terrorist activities, following a raid that led to the arrest of over 240 alleged Hamas and Islamic ... read..

IDF claims to have arrested over 240 terrorists in operation at Gaza's Kamal Adwan hospital

Jerusalem | December 29, 2024 4:42:09 AM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have arrested over 240 terrorist operatives, including key Hamas members, during a military operation at Gaza's Kamal Adwan Hospital. ... read..

Pakistan: Sit-in protests continue in Balochistan against torture, enforced disappearances

Balochistan | December 29, 2024 3:42:08 AM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a leading human rights organisation in Balochistan, has reported that two sit-in protests are ongoing in Pakistan, protesting against state atrocities on the Baloch people. ... read..

IDF Intercepts Two Rockets Fired Toward Jerusalem

Middle East | December 29, 2024 3:12:11 AM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): After sirens sounded in several communities close to Jerusalem about an hour ago, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported it intercepted two long-range missiles fired from Gaza. ... read..

'Military base disguised as a village': IDF uncovers Hezbollah's hidden arsenal amid fragile ceasefire

Middle East | December 29, 2024 2:42:12 AM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): As the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) keep uncovering a significant cache of weapons hidden within civilian infrastructure in southern Lebanon. These discov ... read..

'Alarming' rise in climate disasters in Brazil: Study

Others | December 29, 2024 2:42:10 AM IST

Brasilia [Brazil], December 29 (ANI/WAM): Brazil has seen a dramatic rise of climate disasters in recent years, compared to two previous decades, a new study says. ... read..

INS Tushil strengthens India-Morocco maritime ties with port call in Casablanca

Casablanca | December 29, 2024 2:42:09 AM IST

Indian warship INS Tushil, on its maiden operational deployment, made a port call at Casablanca, Morocco, on December 27. ... read..

"Slavery should be immediately accepted": Pakistan Defence Minister slams Imran Khan, questions his loyalty

Islamabad | December 29, 2024 1:42:10 AM IST

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif lashed out at former Prime Minister Imran Khan, accusing him of seeking foreign intervention from the United States despite his past statements rejecting such involvement. ... read..

Pakistan Defence Minister slams Imran Khan, questions his loyalty for seeking help from the US

Islamabad | December 29, 2024 1:42:07 AM IST

Israel raids on Kamal Adwan hospital, detainees released, director's fate unknown

Ramallah | December 28, 2024 11:12:13 PM IST

Israel's detainees from its raid on Kamal Adwan Hospital have been released, but the fate of the hospital's director, Hussam Abu Safia, remains unknown, according to the Gaza Health Ministry, as reported by Al Jazeera on Saturday. ... read..

UAE industrial sector: Cornerstone of sustainable economic growth

Middle East | December 28, 2024 11:12:11 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The UAE's industry and advanced technology sector continues to achieve exceptional qualitative leaps, supported by a robust, sustainable infrastructure, flexible legislation, and a high-quality system of standards a ... read..

Light earthquake recorded in Falaj Al Mualla with no effect

Middle East | December 28, 2024 10:42:08 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM) -- The National Seismic Network, operated by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), recorded a light earthquake measuring 2.2 on the Richter scale in Falaj Al Mualla today, with no reported effects. ... read..

PoGB: Unidentified assailants torch homes in Diamer Valley, targeting scholar's property

Gilgit | December 28, 2024 9:12:22 PM IST

Unidentified individuals set fire to more than a dozen houses, including the residence of a prominent religious scholar, in the Diamer Valley of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit - Balistian (PoGB). ... read..

Pakistan: Skardu witnesses -15C temperature amid snowfall

Skardu | December 28, 2024 8:42:41 PM IST

Snowfall in Skardu brought temperatures down to -15 degrees Celsius in upper areas and -10 in plains, ARY News reported. ... read..

China expands 200 detention facilities For Xi Jinping's anti-corruption drive

Beijing | December 28, 2024 8:42:29 PM IST

China has expanded over 200 specialised detention facilities across the country to interrogate suspects caught in President Xi Jinping's widening anti-corruption campaign, CNN reported on Saturday. ... read..

Pakistan: Lawyers' committee demands SC hearing on 26th amendment

Lahore | December 28, 2024 8:42:24 PM IST

The All Pakistan Lawyers Action Committee (APLAC) has reaffirmed its call for a full hearing by the Supreme Court regarding the petitions challenging the 26th Amendment. ... read..

Power outages and heating failures disrupt Skardu library services in PoGB

Gilgit | December 28, 2024 8:42:23 PM IST

The Skardu Municipal Library in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB), a vital resource for residents and students, has been facing significant operational challenges due to an ongoing power outage, as per Pamir Times. ... read..

Air Arabia launches first flight between Ras Al Khaimah, Moscow

Middle East | December 28, 2024 8:42:19 PM IST

Ras Al-Khaimah [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Air Arabia has officially launched its first direct flight between Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and Moscow Domodedovo International Airport. ... read..

Kuwait condemns Israel's burning of Kama Adwan Hospital in Gaza

Middle East | December 28, 2024 8:42:14 PM IST

Kuwait City [Kuwait], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The State of Kuwait condemned the heinous crime the Israeli occupation forces committed by burning down Kamal Adwan Hospital in north Gaza, which resulted in the evacuation of patients and medical staff, in a g ... read..

UAE supports diplomatic efforts to resolve crisis in Sudan

Middle East | December 28, 2024 8:42:11 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the diplomatic efforts of the brotherly Republic of Turkiye to resolve the ongoing crisis in Sudan, which also represents a priority for the UAE. ... read..

Russian President Putin apologises to Azerbaijan President after fatal plane crash

Moscow | December 28, 2024 7:42:19 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday apologised to Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev for the crash of Azerbaijan Airlines Flight 8432 in which 38 passengers were killed near Aktau in Kazakhstan, Euro News reported. ... read..

Palestine President writes to PM Modi, Congress President Kharge, offers condolences on Manmohan Singh's demise

Ramallah | December 28, 2024 7:12:14 PM IST

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has written letters to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to offer condolences on the passing away of former PM Manmohan Singh. ... read..

"Will serve America very well...": Indian diaspora group denounces 'racist' attacks on Trump's appointee Sriram Krishnan

Washington DC, | December 28, 2024 6:12:34 PM IST

Indiaspora on Saturday issued a media advisory strongly condemning the racist attacks on Sriram Krishnan, who was recently appointed as Senior AI Advisor by President-elect Donald Trump. ... read..

Taiwan cracks down on Chinese nationals submitting forged documents for entry

Taipei | December 28, 2024 6:12:20 PM IST

The National Immigration Agency (NIA) of Taiwan has revealed that it had uncovered 124 instances of suspected forged documents in entry applications from Chinese nationals and has initiated actions to prevent such activities. ... read..

Pak: Three die, five injured in a trailer-vehicle collision in Balochistan

Washuk | December 28, 2024 6:12:18 PM IST

Three people died, and five others injured in a head-on collision between a trailer and a vehicle in Washuk in Balochistan, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

Mansour bin Zayed meets citizens in Al Ain

Middle East | December 28, 2024 11:42:16 PM IST

Al Ain [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, received several citizens in the Rakna area of Al Ain. ... read..

Bhutanese King, Mauritius Foreign Minister pay tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 5:42:08 PM IST

Bhutanese King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck and Foreign Minister of Mauritius, Dhananjay Ramful paid floral tributes to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal said on Saturday. ... read..

Slow progress on Pakistan's Karimabad underpass causes traffic chaos and public frustration

Karachi | December 28, 2024 5:12:26 PM IST

The slow progress and extensive excavation required to prevent damage to an underground main water line on the already delayed Karimabad underpass project have not only increased hardships for the public but have also led to a rise in the project cost fro ... read..

Trial to import petrol, kerosene from India via petro-pipeline from India starts in Nepal

Kathmandu | December 28, 2024 5:12:23 PM IST

Trial to import petroleum products from India via the expanded Motihari-Amlekhgunj pipeline following the completion of its infrastructure enhancement has started from Saturday. ... read..

Afghanistan Taliban targets "several points" in Pakistan, tensions increase

Kabul | December 28, 2024 5:12:14 PM IST

Afghanistan's Taliban forces targeted "several points" in Pakistan on Saturday, Taliban said, days after Pakistani aircraft carried out aerial bombardments inside the country, as per Al Jazeera. ... read..

Chinese court sentences man to death for driving car into crowd and killing 35 people

Beijing | December 28, 2024 5:12:12 PM IST

A Chinese court has given the death sentence to a man who killed 35 people by plowing his car into a crowd at a sports center in southern China, CNN reported, citing state media. Fan Weiqiu (62), rammed his car into people who were doing exercise at the o ... read..

Bhutan holds national prayer ceremony for former Indian PM Manmohan Singh

Thimphu | December 28, 2024 4:42:27 PM IST

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck led Bhutan in honouring the late Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, with a solemn prayer ceremony at the Kuenrey of Tashichhodzong. ... read..

Pakistan: Karachi faces severe traffic disruptions as MWM protests over parachinar killings continues

Karachi | December 28, 2024 4:42:22 PM IST

As protests organized by the Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen (MWM) over the killings in Parachinar stretched into their fourth day on Friday, the blockade of key roads resulted in severe traffic disruptions across all seven districts of the city, causing signif ... read..

Balochistan: Two more persons reported missing after detained by Pakistani forces

Balochistan | December 28, 2024 3:42:22 PM IST

Two persons have reportedly gone missing after allgedly being detained by Pakistani armed forces in Balochistan. The first case involves a 13-year-old boy named Balach, the son of Sabrullah, from the Panjgur district. ... read..

Bangladesh imposes restrictions on journalists' access to Secretariat

Dhaka | December 28, 2024 3:42:15 PM IST

Bangladesh interim government has cancelled the accreditation card of journalists due to security reasons. As a result, the journalists will be restricted to enter the Secretariat. ... read..

AQU celebrates graduation of eighth batch of students

Middle East | December 28, 2024 3:42:12 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Al Qasimia University (AQU), under the patronage of Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, celebrated the graduation of its eighth batch of students. ... read..

Public finance of GCC countries witnessed significant financial surplus in 2022, 2023: GCC-Stat

Middle East | December 28, 2024 3:42:10 PM IST

Muscat [Oman], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The data issued by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) indicate that the financial risks of the GCC countries will be low in the short term amid forecasts o ... read..

Kazakhstan tops regional investment with USD 15.7 billion in 2024

Astana | December 28, 2024 3:12:33 PM IST

Kazakhstan has solidified its position as the leading investment destination in North and Central Asia, drawing USD 15.7 billion in new projects in 2024, as per the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) report rele ... read..

"Palestine stands with India" says Charge d' affaires Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer on former PM Manmohan Singh's passing

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 3:12:28 PM IST

Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer, Charge d'affaires of the Palestine Embassy in New Delhi, expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, offering condolences to the Congress party, the people of India, and Singh's family. ... read..

Mauritius flag to be flown at half mast today as mark of respect to former PM Manmohan Singh

Port Louis | December 28, 2024 2:42:20 PM IST

Mauritius flag will be flown at half mast on all government buildings until sunset on Saturday as a mark of respect to India's former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Mauritius Prime Minister's Office announced in a statement. ... read..

China deploys hundreds of troops to Larung Gar, intensifies religious crackdown in Tibet

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 28, 2024 2:42:18 PM IST

Larung Gar Buddhist Academy, recognised as the world's largest Tibetan Buddhist study center, has witnessed a sharp rise in Chinese military presence, signifying intensified surveillance and stricter regulations on religious practices, the Central Tibetan ... read..

Taiwan's presidential office holds "tabletop" exercise simulating military escalations by China

Taipei | December 28, 2024 2:12:16 PM IST

Taiwan's presidential office conducted a "tabletop" exercise on Thursday simulating military escalations by China. The exercise was first-of-its-kind drill which involved government agencies beyond the armed forces that demonstrates Taiwan's urgency in en ... read..

INS Sarvekshak arrives at Port Louis for joint hydrographic survey with Mauritius

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 1:42:18 PM IST

INS Sarvekshak, the Indian Navy's hydrographic survey ship, arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, on December 26, 2024, to undertake a joint hydrographic survey, an official press release by the Ministry of National Defence stated. ... read..

Jaishankar meets Trump's NSA pick Michael Waltz; discusses India-US partnership, global issues

Washington, DC | December 28, 2024 1:12:09 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with the next US National Security Advisor, Michael Waltz on Friday evening (local time) during his visit to the United States. ... read..

"Palestine stands with former PM Manmohan Singh," says envoy Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer on his passing

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 12:42:15 PM IST

Mauritius Foreign Minister, Bhutan King arrive in Delhi to attend funeral of former PM Manmohan Singh

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 12:42:08 PM IST

Mauritius Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration, and International Trade, Dhananjay Ramful and Bhutan King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck have arrived in New Delhi to attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, according to sou ... read..

China unveils next-generation amphibious assault ship in naval expansion effort

Beijing | December 28, 2024 12:12:30 PM IST

China has unveiled its first next-generation amphibious assault ship, marking a significant step in the country's ongoing efforts to expand its military capabilities, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Mahrang Baloch expresses concern over "military barbarism" by "Death Squad", urges support for Turbat sit-in

Balochistan | December 28, 2024 12:12:24 PM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch has expressed concern over the rise in incidents of "military barbarism", enforced disappearances and dumping by local militias backed by state security forces in Pakistan's Balochistan province. ... read..

Indian Army contingent departs for Nepal to participate in exercise Surya Kiran

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 11:12:15 AM IST

Indian Army contingent comprising more than 300 personnel departed for Nepal today to participate in India-Nepal joint military exercise Surya Kiran, set to be held in Saljhandi from December 29-January 13. ... read..

Trump asks US Supreme Court to halt ban on TikTok

Washington, DC | December 28, 2024 10:42:19 AM IST

US President-elect Donald Trump has filed a brief with the US Supreme Court urging the justices to block a law that mandates the popular social media platform TikTok to either sell its US operations or shut down by January 19, the New York Times reported. ... read..

US: Divide in Trump's camp as Musk, Ramaswamy face backlash after advocating visas for 'skilled' workers

Washington, DC | December 28, 2024 10:42:16 AM IST

A major divide has emerged within Donald Trump's MAGA team in the United States, as Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy who advocated for the expansion of the visa program for 'highly skilled workers' faced heavy backlash from within President-elect's base, CNN ... read..

"A true statesman and dedicated public servant," says President Biden on the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh

Washington, DC | December 28, 2024 10:12:16 AM IST

US President Joe Biden expressed condolences on the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, recognising his contributions to US-India relations and global cooperation. ... read..

"They don't see you as one of them", says Neera Tanden on Indian Americans amid H1B visa debate

Washington DC | December 28, 2024 9:12:14 AM IST

Neera Tanden, Director of the United States Domestic Policy Council, has highlighted concerns about biases in the ongoing immigration debate, particularly in relation to Indian Americans. ... read..

"Invest in our American workforce first": Nikki Haley joins debate on H1B visa allocations

Washington DC | December 28, 2024 7:12:12 AM IST

Former South Carolina Governor, Nikki Haley has entered the debate of H1B visa allocations in the US, amid discussions by billionaire Elon Musk, Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, along with Sriram Krishnan--President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Whit ... read..

Taiwan reports seven Chinese military aircrafts, five vessels near its territory

Taipei | December 28, 2024 7:12:09 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) on Saturday reported the operation of seven Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels around its territory. ... read..

Six killed, three injured in road accident due to dense fog in Pakistan's Tandianwala

Tandianwala | December 28, 2024 6:42:16 AM IST

At least six people, including women and children, died and three others were injured in a car accident caused by dense fog at Tandianwala in Pakistan's Punjab, Ary News reported. ... read..

IDF launches military operation near Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza over terrorist activities

Jerusalem | December 28, 2024 6:42:14 AM IST

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched a military operation around the Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza on Friday after receiving intelligence about terrorist infrastructure and operatives conducting terrorist activities in the area. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Police enforce comprehensive security plan for New Year's Eve celebrations

Middle East | December 28, 2024 6:12:17 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Police have developed a comprehensive security plan to ensure the safety and security of New Year's Eve celebrations across the emirate, in collaboration with strategic partners. The plan aims to facilitat ... read..

UAE President confers Zayed Second Medal on President of Indigenous Women and Peoples Association of Chad

Middle East | December 28, 2024 6:12:15 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has conferred the Zayed the Second Medal on Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, President of the Indigenous Women and Peoples Association of Chad, in recognition of her prominent contri ... read..

Israel Air Force strikes area of weapons transfer to Hezbollah from Syria

Middle East | December 28, 2024 6:12:14 AM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], December 28 ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that Friday morning Israel Air Force fighter jets attacked infrastructure at the Janta crossing on the Syria-Lebanon border, which was used to transfer weapons through Syri ... read..

US: EAM Jaishankar concludes meeting with Indian Embassy team and Consuls General

Washington DC | December 28, 2024 6:12:08 AM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar concluded a two-day conference of the team at the Indian Embassy in the US and Consuls General. He expressed confidence in the deliberations and noted that they would plummet the India-US partnership. ... read..

Pakistan: PTI chief Imran Khan rejects offer of house arrest, demands release of political prisoners

Rawalpindi | December 28, 2024 5:12:12 AM IST

Incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan alleged that he was offered the option of house arrest in exchange for agreeing to negotiations. However, Khan rejected the offer, saying that political prisoners must first be released. ... read..

Pakistan: Ceasefire agreement in Kurram expected within one or two days, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM Advisor

Peshawar | December 28, 2024 3:42:09 AM IST

Muhammad Ali Saif, advisor to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister, expressed hope that a ceasefire agreement will be signed between the warring tribes in Kurram in the coming days, as reported by Ary News. ... read..

Mauritius: INS Sarvekshak arrives at Port Louis

Port Louis | December 28, 2024 3:42:08 AM IST

The Indian Navy Ship, INS Sarvekshak has arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius to undertake the Joint Hydrographic Survey, as per the Ministry of Defence. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar express grief over passing of auto industry leader Osamu Suzuki

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 3:12:09 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed his grief over the passing of former Suzuki Motor Corporation President, Chairman, and CEO Osamu Suzuki. Jaishankar highlighted how Suzuki's leadership revolutionized auto-making in India and transformed In ... read..

EAM Jaishankar expresses grief over passing of auto industry leader Osamu Suzuki

New Delhi | December 28, 2024 3:12:08 AM IST

UK Foreign Secretary pays tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh

London | December 28, 2024 1:12:08 AM IST

David Lammy, UK's Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, on Friday, paid tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh and highlighted Singh's legacy in laying the foundations for thriving India-UK partnership. ... read..

Pakistan's Information Minister dismisses Tehreek-e-Insaf's Jan 31 deadline for talks

Islamabad | December 27, 2024 11:12:15 PM IST

Information Minister Attaullah Tarar on Friday said that the federal government does not take the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)'s January 31 deadline for result-orientated talks seriously, Geo News reported. ... read..

"A life dedicated to his country": Portuguese PM condoles demise of former PM Manmohan Singh

Lisbon | December 27, 2024 10:42:14 PM IST

Prime Minister Luis Montenegro of Portugal on Friday condoled the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. ... read..

UAE: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi launches inaugural flights to Yekaterinburg in Russia

Middle East | December 27, 2024 10:42:12 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27(ANI/WAM): Air Arabia Abu Dhabi today operated its latest route to Yekaterinburg, Russia, marking a significant expansion in its growing network. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Mobility introduces new category of commercial motorcycle licence plates

Middle East | December 27, 2024 10:42:09 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, launched a new category of commercial motorcycle plates to support Abu Dhabi's vision of sustainable developmen ... read..

President Putin, world leaders extend condolences on demise of former PM Manmohan Singh

Moscow | December 27, 2024 9:42:17 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday extended his condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. ... read..

Pakistani PM Shehbaz urges Taliban regime in Afghanistan to act against TTP

Islamabad | December 27, 2024 9:42:13 PM IST

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the ongoing terrorist activities of the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) from across the Afghanistan border, calling them intolerable and a red line, and urged the Taliban regime in Afghanistan to take imme ... read..

"I deplore the killing of Afghan civilians": UN Special Rapporteur on Pak's airstrike

Kabul | December 27, 2024 8:12:16 PM IST

The United Nations Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett on Friday strongly condemned the killing of Afghan civilians, including women and children, in the recent airstrike by the Pakistani military in Afghanistan's Barmal district of Paktika province on Dec ... read..

Pakistan: Doctors across Swat halt services, call for enforcement of anti-violence healthcare law

Peshawar | December 27, 2024 8:12:09 PM IST

People in Pakistan's Swat continue to endure hardship due to ongoing doctor strikes protesting attacks by patients' relatives in hospitals, as the government has been slow to implement the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Healthcare Service Providers and Facilities (Pr ... read..

PoGB: Protest erupts in Gilgit amid ongoing violence, blockade in Parachinar

Gilgit | December 27, 2024 8:12:06 PM IST

Residents of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan staged a mass protest against the ongoing violence, killings, and road blockades in Pakistan's Parachinar, in Kurram District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. ... read..

China detains blogger Liu Hanbin for exposing protests over land seizures

Beijing | December 27, 2024 7:12:09 PM IST

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has called for the immediate release of Chinese blogger Liu Hanbin, who has been in detention for one month after sharing a video about farmers' protest against forced land seizures in Inner Mongolia. ... read..

Manmohan Singh's demise: Japan's PM, FM send condolences

Tokyo | December 27, 2024 6:42:21 PM IST

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya on Friday remembered former Indian PM Manmohan Singh for "his endeavours which built the foundation" for the development of bilateral relations between the two nations. ... read..

Bangladesh Chief Adviser conveys deep condolences on demise of former PM Manmohan Singh

Dhaka | December 27, 2024 6:42:17 PM IST

Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus conveyed his profound grief and deep condolences on the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, whom he called a close friend. ... read..

BYC condemns cancer crisis in Balochistan amid environmental degradation, lack of facilities

Balochistan | December 27, 2024 6:42:14 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee condemned the catastrophic surge in cancer cases due to uranium mining, hazardous waste disposal, and unchecked environmental degradation in the regions of Dera Ghazi Khan, Taunsa Sharif, and the surrounding areas of Koh-e-Su ... read..

Prime Ministers of Nepal, Mauritius condole demise of former PM Manmohan Singh, call him "gentleman politician, eminent economist"

Kathmandu | December 27, 2024 6:12:28 PM IST

Tributes from across the globe continued to pour in following former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's death in Delhi on Thursday, acknowledging his distinguished career as an economist and politician. ... read..

Israel: Terrorist who murdered woman in stabbing attack identified

Middle East | December 27, 2024 6:12:19 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): The man suspected of carrying out the terrorist stabbing attack Friday morning in Herzliya in which one woman was murdered has been identified by authorities as a Palestinian resident of the Samaria region. ... read..

EcoWASTE 2025 kicks off in Abu Dhabi on January 14

Middle East | December 27, 2024 6:42:20 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The 11th edition of the EcoWASTE Exhibition and Forum in Abu Dhabi is returning next month and is set to solidify its role as a regional leader in sustainable waste management. ... read..

Ajman Ruler approves emirate's 2025 budget worth AED3.7 billion

Middle East | December 27, 2024 6:12:07 PM IST

Ajman [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has approved the Ajman Government's 2025 general budget worth AED3.7 billion. ... read..

US Mission to India issues over one million non-immigrant visas for second consecutive year

New Delhi | December 27, 2024 5:42:13 PM IST

The US has issued over one million non-immigrant visas to Indians for the second year in a row, including a record number of visitor visas, showcasing the huge demand for travelling to the US for tourism, business and education. ... read..

"Goodbye, my mitra, my bhai": Malaysian PM condoles Manmohan Singh's demise

Kuala Lumpur | December 27, 2024 5:42:09 PM IST

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Friday condoled the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92. ... read..

Russia-Ukraine conflict: With three years into war, end in sight?

Kyiv | December 27, 2024 5:12:17 PM IST

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has been raging for three years, and the question on everyone's mind is: when will it end? Unfortunately, the answer remains uncertain. Despite diplomatic efforts and economic sanctions, the fighting continues to escalate, caus ... read..

EAM Jaishankar, US counterpart Blinken review advancement of bilateral partnership

Washington, DC | December 27, 2024 5:12:16 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with his US counterpart Antony Blinken in Washington, DC on Thursday. The two leaders reviewed the advancement of India-US partnership over the past four years and agreed that cooperation has strengthe ... read..

President, ex-President of Sri Lanka condole Manmohan Singh's demise

New Delhi | December 27, 2024 4:42:19 PM IST

Following the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday night, tributes poured in from global leaders who praised his exceptional leadership and contributions to India's development. ... read..

UAE keeps pace with present, foresees future with proactive legislative system

Middle East | December 27, 2024 3:42:20 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates continued throughout 2024 to modernise its legislative system, ensuring it remains aligned with current demands and anticipates future developments. ... read..

GCAA adopts Protocol for Autopsy and Aviation Medicine in Air Accident Investigations

Middle East | December 27, 2024 3:42:18 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), has approved the "Protocol for Autopsy and Aviation Medicine in Air Accident Investi ... read..

South Korea's National Assembly votes to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo

Seoul | December 27, 2024 3:12:27 PM IST

South Korea's National Assembly voted on Friday to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo, less than two weeks after he took for President Yoon Suk Yeol who was impeached for declaring martial law, Yonhap News Agency reported. ... read..

Balochistan: Families of missing persons hold protest to mark sixth anniversary of Rashid Hussain's enforced disappearance

Balochistan | December 27, 2024 3:12:16 PM IST

Families of missing persons staged a protest in Hub Chowki, Balochistan, to mark the sixth anniversary of Rashid Hussain's enforced disappearance. The protest came mid the ongoing enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Balochistan by Pakist ... read..

Diplomats extend tributes to former PM Manmohan Singh after his demise

New Delhi | December 27, 2024 3:12:12 PM IST

Following the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on December 26, 2024, tributes poured in from global leaders who praised his exceptional leadership and contributions to India's development. His passing at the age of 92 was deeply mour ... read..

DoH awards research projects over AED 19 million to transform healthcare in Abu Dhabi

Middle East | December 27, 2024 3:12:09 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH), the regulator of the healthcare sector in the Emirate, in partnership with the Authority of Social Contribution - Ma'an, the Abu Dhabi Government's dedicated platform that ... read..

Finnish authorities detains oil tanker linked to Russia over undersea cable sabotage

Helsinki | December 27, 2024 3:12:07 PM IST

Finnish authorities detained an oil tanker on Thursday over suspicions of involvement in damaging critical undersea cables, with indications that the vessel may be linked to Russia's "shadow fleet" designed to bypass Western sanctions, according to a repo ... read..

World diplomats pay tribute to former Indian PM Manmohan Singh

New Delhi | December 27, 2024 2:42:41 PM IST

Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92, was honoured by global leaders for his transformative impact on India and its international relations. ... read..

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