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US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden extend greetings on Mahavir Jayanti
Washington, DC | April 22, 2024 6:57:50 AM IST
US President Joe Biden and First Lady, Jill Biden, extended greetings to people of Jain faith on Mahavir Jayanti. ... read..


UAE welcomes agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia
Middle East | April 22, 2024 5:58:51 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has welcomed the agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia regarding the delimitation and demarcation of land borders, in the area of four villages, highlighting that the UAE is following the evolving confidence ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader alleges rigging tactics used in by-polls
Islamabad | April 22, 2024 5:58:49 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Ali Muhammad Khan alleged that rigging tactics used in the February 8 general elections were repeated in by-polls held on Sunday. He said that polling staffers were coerced in today's by-polls, Pakistan-based Geo News ... read..


Ecuador: People vote in referendum on tougher measures to fight gang-related crime
Quito | April 22, 2024 4:58:52 AM IST
People have begun voting in a referendum on proposed tougher steps to tackle gang-related crime in Ecuador amid rising violence that has seen two mayors killed in a week, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Sri Lanka: Seven people killed, 20 others injured as racing car veers off track
Colombo | April 22, 2024 4:58:49 AM IST
Seven were killed, including an eight-year-old child and 20 others have been injured after a racing car deviated from the track during the Fox Hill Super Cross 2024 racing event held in Sri Lanka's Diyatalawa on Sunday, Sri Lanka-based Daily Mirror report ... read..


UAE calls for international collaboration to solve global challenges
US | April 22, 2024 3:58:19 AM IST
Washington, DC [US], April 22 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates concluded its participation in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) held in Washington, DC. ... read..


Indian envoy hosts Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust officials, discuss ways to develop Ramayana Trail in Sri Lanka
Colombo | April 22, 2024 3:58:17 AM IST
The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha hosted Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust Treasurer Swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj and his accompanying team at India House on Sunday. The two sides discussed ways in which India can support the ... read..


China raises flood emergency response to level III in Guangdong amid heavy rains forecast
Beijing | April 22, 2024 2:57:47 AM IST
China's State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters has raised the flood emergency response warning for Guangdong province from level IV to level III, as it is forecasted that rainfall will continue in the region, leading to rising water levels in ... read..


Sri Lanka: Indian envoy attends inauguration of Ramayana Trail Project
Colombo | April 22, 2024 1:58:35 AM IST
The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, attended the inauguration of the Ramayana Trail Project, endorsed by Swami Govind Dev Giri Maharaj. Jha underscored that the Ramayana Trail Project will further the civilisational connect between Ind ... read..


Pakistan: Initial trends show PML-N leading in several seats in by-polls
Islamabad | April 22, 2024 1:58:27 AM IST
The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has taken the lead in the by-elections held on 21 vacant and national and provincial assembly seats on Sunday, as per unofficial and preliminary results, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Israeli operations against violent crime in arab communities continues
Middle East | April 22, 2024 12:28:56 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 21 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Police reported that in the past week alone its forces seized about one million Shekels (USD 271 million) in cash for future confiscation and in total 16,581,601 Shekels (USD 4.5 million) in cash was seize ... read..


CDS Gen Anil Chauhan embarks on official visit to France
New Delhi | April 21, 2024 11:28:15 PM IST
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has proceeded on an official visit to France to further reinforce the robust defence ties between the two nations, which have gained considerable momentum in the last few years, the Ministry of Defence sai ... read..


Chinese professor of Japanese University goes missing after visiting homeland
Tokyo | April 21, 2024 11:28:12 PM IST
A Chinese professor of Japan's Asia University has been missing in China since February last year, Kyodo News reported citing sources familiar with bilateral relations on Sunday. ... read..


Israel's military decries expected move by US to sanction one of its units
Asia | April 21, 2024 11:27:57 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 21 (ANI/TPS): The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken is expected to impose sanctions on the "Netzah Yehudah" (Judah Forever) Battalion of the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) over allegations that its members committed human rights ... read..


Sharjah Social Services Department launches Aman Safety Drive to support those affected by weather
Middle East | April 21, 2024 11:27:51 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Social Services Department today launched the Aman Safety Network for Those Affected by the Weather initiative to promote the spirit of social responsibility among individuals and institutions and support those a ... read..


Gold price in Pakistan hits record high
Asia | April 21, 2024 10:28:00 PM IST
Islamabad [Pakistan], April 21 (ANI); Amid the economic crisis in Pakistan, the rate for 10-gram gold has climbed to an all-time high of Pakistan currency (PKR) 216,221, while one tola gold (12.5 gram) has now touched PKR 252,200 on Saturday, Dawn reporte ... read..


India allows "revocation order" for Goans with Portuguese citizenship to apply for OCI cards
Asia | April 21, 2024 10:27:58 PM IST
New Delhi [India], April 21 (ANI); In a significant move, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has directed passport authorities to issue a "revocation order" for individuals from Goa and Daman & Diu, who had their Indian passports revoked after acq ... read..


Human rights organisation report exposes China's persecution of families of activists
Asia | April 21, 2024 9:28:26 PM IST
Beijing [China], April 21 [ANI]: An annual report by Chinese Human Rights Defenders (CHRD) reveals ongoing persecution of the families of dissidents by Beijing. ... read..


Leaked documents reportedly expose China's extensive cyber-espionage operations
Asia | April 21, 2024 9:28:15 PM IST
Beijing [China], April 21 [ANI]: Leaked documents from i-Soon, a Chinese cybersecurity company linked to the country's cybersecurity apparatus, have reportedly provided fresh evidence of China's extensive cyber espionage operations. ... read..


PoK activist condemns arrest of Kashmiri woman by Pak police, demands immediate release
Asia | April 21, 2024 9:28:11 PM IST
Poonch [PoK], April 21 [ANI]: PoK human rights activist Amjad Ayub Mirza has strongly denounced the arrest of a young Kashmiri woman, Shazia Haleem, in the Poonch district of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and called for her immediate release. ... read..


Qatari Amir to visit Nepal for two-day state visit
Kathmandu | April 21, 2024 8:29:58 PM IST
Qatari Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani will embark on a two-day state visit to Nepal on Tuesday at the invitation of Nepali President Ramchandra Paudel, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) announced on Sunday. ... read..


Maldivian opposition leader Abdulla Shahid casts his vote in parliamentary election
Male | April 21, 2024 8:29:50 PM IST
President of the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Abdulla Shahid and his mother cast their vote in the parliamentary elections in the Maldives on Saturday. ... read..


Pakistan: Voting for by-polls ends amid cellular network shutdowns, violence
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 8:29:08 PM IST
The voting for 21 national and provincial seats ended amid the temporary suspension of cellular services in "specific districts" of Punjab and Balochistan provinces, which authorities claim were steps to "safeguard" the electoral process, Dawn reported on ... read..


FIR lodged for abduction of foreign national in Pakistan: Report
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 8:28:55 PM IST
The Margalla Police station in Pakistan's Islamabad registered an FIR after a foreign national was reportedly abducted from the city on Sunday, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Russia warns Pakistan it might ban rice imports over safety concerns
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 8:28:51 PM IST
Russia has warned Pakistan it might ban rice imports if their phytosanitary concerns are not addressed in future consignments, Dawn reported on Sunday. ... read..


"South Pacific shouldn't become arena for great power competition": China attacks AUKUS
Port Moresby | April 21, 2024 8:28:36 PM IST
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi targeted Western powers in the AUKUS trilateral security partnership and accused them of provoking division and raising nuclear proliferation risks in the South Pacific, Nikkei Asia reported on Sunday. ... read..


Israeli minister Gantz condemns US sanctions on IDF soldiers, calls it 'dangerous precedent'
Tel Aviv | April 21, 2024 4:30:22 PM IST
Israeli war Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz joined a growing chorus of criticism by fellow politicians over US President Joe Biden's administration decision to impose sanctions on a unit of Israel Defence Forces, calling it a 'dangerous precedent'. He said i ... read..


Taiwan detects 21 Chinese military aircraft, 7 naval ships encircling it
Taipei | April 21, 2024 4:30:10 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has announced that it has detected 21 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Saturday and 6 am on Sunday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


BrahMos missile system supplies from India continue to reach Philippines under USD375 million deal
New Delhi | April 21, 2024 4:30:08 PM IST
Supplies of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles from India to the Philippines under a USD 375 million deal, continue as part of the contract between the two nations, defence officials said. ... read..


Two terror attacks in Judea, Samaria since morning
Middle East | April 21, 2024 4:30:06 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 21 (ANI/TPS): IDF forces successfully thwarted an attempted terrorist attack earlier this morning in the Hebron area. Two terrorists arrived at the Beit Anon junction, with one attempting to stab IDF soldiers at the location, whil ... read..


Africa needs USD 277 billion per year for climate adaptation: African Development Bank Group
Others | April 21, 2024 4:29:40 PM IST
Washington, DC [US], April 21(ANI/WAM): African Development Bank Group President Akinwumi Adesina called for more urgent action as climate change continues to wreak havoc in many African countries. ... read..


Pakistan: Gumen kill 2 more customs officials in another Dera Ismail Khan attack
Dera Ismail Khan | April 21, 2024 4:29:36 PM IST
Unknown gunmen killed two customs officers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Dera Ismail Khan in an attack that followed the April 18 strike in which five officials of the Customs Intelligence and two civilians, including a five-year-old girl, were killed in an amb ... read..


Yamaha Motor announces participation in Formula E, aiming to contribute to carbon neutrality
Tokyo | April 21, 2024 4:29:30 PM IST
Yamaha Motor, a leading Japanese company, has pledged its support for Carbon Neutral 2050 within the Formula E World Championship arena. ... read..


Saif Al Sharqi crowns winners of UIM Motosurf World Championship Fujairah Grand Prix 2024
Middle East | April 21, 2024 4:29:28 PM IST
Fujairah [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Sheikh Saif bin Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, Chairman of Fujairah Free Zone Authority and Chairman of Fujairah Internationa ... read..


Blinken set to visit China next week; analysts say no major advances expected from trip
Washington, DC | April 21, 2024 4:29:16 PM IST
At a time when China's friendliness towards Russia is seen as a growing threat among many nations, the upcoming visit of the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, to Beijing next week, is not seen as something that would do much to agendas the two countr ... read..


Shimizu Corporation revolutionises construction with innovative 3D printing robots
Tokyo | April 21, 2024 4:28:56 PM IST
At construction sites, Shimizu Corporation addresses labour shortages by employing 3D printing robots. ... read..


Thousands protest against over-tourism in Spain's Canary Islands
Madrid | April 21, 2024 4:28:54 PM IST
Tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of the Canary Islands in Spain to call for changes to the mass tourism model that they claim is overtaking the Atlantic archipelago, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


UAE stresses importance of uniting global efforts to confront international development challenges
Middle East | April 21, 2024 4:28:51 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): The UAE concluded its participation in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group, held in Washington, DC, where the main ministerial meetings and events were held during the perio ... read..


Third international conference of Khalifa Prize for Education begins on May 14
Middle East | April 21, 2024 4:28:47 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, Head of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Khalifa Educational Awa ... read..


Pakistan byelections: Polling underway for 21 vacant seats under strict security
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 1:29:55 PM IST
Voting for by-elections in Pakistan is underway for twenty-one vacant seats of National and Provincial assemblies amid strict security on Sunday, ARY News reported. ... read..


Voting begins for Maldives parliamentary election
Male | April 21, 2024 1:29:31 PM IST
Maldivians started voting in parliamentary elections Sunday, marking a crucial ballot for President Mohamed Muizzu, whose policies are closely monitored by India and China, both vying for influence in the Island nation, The Washington Post reported. ... read..


Pakistan deports over 800 Afghan refugees: Report
Kabul | April 21, 2024 12:28:44 PM IST
Over 800 Afghan refugees were deported from Pakistan via the Torkham and Spin Boldak crossings, Khaama Press reported on Sunday. ... read..


1 killed, 7 missing as Japan's two military helicopters crash during drills
Tokyo | April 21, 2024 11:30:25 AM IST
One crew member was killed and seven are missing after two Japanese Maritime Self-Defence Force helicopters crashed during a drill in the Pacific late Saturday, Kyodo News reported, citing the country's defence minister. ... read..


As PM Modi seeks third term, Overseas Friends of BJP Germany organise "Chai Pe Charcha with Modi ka Parivaar"
By Suchitra Mukherjee

Munich | April 21, 2024 11:30:21 AM IST
Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) in Munich, Germany organised "Chai Pe Charcha with Modi ka Parivaar" to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Abki Baar 400 Paar' target as he seeks a third consecutive term. ... read..


Pakistan: 13 more dead in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, toll from rains goes up to 59
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | April 21, 2024 11:30:13 AM IST
With the loss of nearly two dozen lives recorded in a single day, the death toll from the severe weather conditions in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa surged to 59, Dawn reported, citing provincial disaster management authority (PDMA) reports. ... read..


Pakistan: No evidence of Bushra Bibi being poisoned, say doctors
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 11:30:02 AM IST
Following Pakistan PM Imran Khan allegations that his wife, Bushra Bibi who is serving time in jail was given food mixed with "toilet cleaner," the Islamabad accountability court ordered a medical examination, in which doctors have given Bushra Bibi a cle ... read..


Pak by-polls: Election Commission instructs security personnel to ensure peace
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 11:29:50 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has called for the deployment of security personnel in by-elections, with the exception of armed forces, in order to maintain law and order in the provinces of the country, especially throughout the counting proce ... read..


Memphis shooting: 2 dead, 14 hospitalised after Block Party turns deadly
Memphis | April 21, 2024 11:29:41 AM IST
Two people were killed while 14 others were admitted to hospital after a block party turned deadly at a park in Memphis, Tennessee according to police as per a CNN report. ... read..


Taiwan to exercise its air traffic control rights amid China's unilateral flight path announcement: Report
Taipei | April 21, 2024 8:29:50 AM IST
Taiwan will continue to exercise its right to control air traffic around its airspace after China unilaterally launched two flight paths in the Taiwan Strait, Central News Agency (CNA) reported, citing a national security source. ... read..


Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, Israel PM Netanyahu thank US lawmakers for passage of aid package
Kyiv | April 21, 2024 7:30:14 AM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked US lawmakers after they voted in favour of aid packages for their countries. ... read..


2024 elections in Pakistan more rigged than 2018 elections, says JUI-F chief
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 7:30:12 AM IST
Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazalur Rehman said that the polls in 2024 were "more rigged" than the elections held in 2018, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


Afghanistan: Nine people killed due to floods in Helmand
Kabul | April 21, 2024 6:29:59 AM IST
Nine people were killed after their houses collapsed due to heavy rainfall and flooding in the Greshk and Kajaki districts of Afghanistan's Helmand province, Khaama Press reported, citing the Taliban-appointed local authorities. ... read..


Dubai Crown Prince approves series of initiatives to mitigate impact of severe weather in Dubai
Middle East | April 21, 2024 6:29:57 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, said that guided by the visionary leadership of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan writes letter to Chief Justice Isa demanding punishment for subverters of constitution
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 6:29:53 AM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan wrote a letter to Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Saturday, demanding punishment for those who have subverted the Constitution in matters related to allegations by six Islamabad High Court (IHC) j ... read..


Dalai Lama imparts teachings to Mongolian pilgrims in Dharamshala; thousands attend gathering
Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | April 21, 2024 5:29:00 AM IST
Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama conferred teachings to hundreds of Mongolian pilgrims in the Tsuglagkhang courtyard in Himachal Pradesh's Dharamshala on Saturday. ... read..


UAE President, UN Secretary-General discuss regional developments and efforts to contain regional escalation in phone call
Middle East | April 21, 2024 5:28:57 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 21 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, discussed during a phone call cooperation between the UAE and the United Nations, especially in the humani ... read..


UAE Chamber boosts trade cooperation with Colombia
Middle East | April 21, 2024 5:28:53 AM IST
Bogota [Colombia], April 21 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Federation of the Chambers signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Colombian counterparts to boost investment and trade opportunities between the two nations. These MoUs also establish a joint busin ... read..


14 killed in Israel's operation on refugee camp in West Bank, says Palestinian health ministry
Ramallah | April 21, 2024 5:28:49 AM IST
Amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, at least 14 people have been killed during the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) operation at the Nur al-Shams refugee camp in the West Bank, CNN reported, citing the Palestinian Ministry of Health. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf claims party leaders, workers facing 'crackdown' after announcement of by-poll schedule
Islamabad | April 21, 2024 4:29:08 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Secretary Information Raoof Hasan said that party leaders and workers were facing a crackdown after the announcement of the by-poll schedule for 21 national and provincial seats, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


US House passes aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies
Washington, DC | April 21, 2024 3:27:52 AM IST
The House of Representatives approved a USD 95.3 billion foreign-aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other American allies on Saturday. Lawmakers approved the package, most of which is direct military assistance, in separate votes, New York Post reported ... read..


US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit China next week
Washington, DC | April 21, 2024 3:27:48 AM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will visit China on April 24-26, US Department of State announced in a statement. ... read..


US House passes bill that could lead to ban on TikTok
Washington, DC | April 21, 2024 2:28:47 AM IST
The US House of Representatives on Saturday approved a bill that could ban social media app TikTok, CNN reported. ... read..


BrahMos consignment to Philippines: "Could this have been imagined during Congress rule?" asks PM Modi
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 20, 2024 11:29:48 PM IST
Referring to the first consignment of India's BrahMos missile to the Phillippines, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday asked whether all this could have been imagined during Congress rule. ... read..


Pak security agencies conduct raids on houses of Baloch activists
Karachi | April 20, 2024 11:29:41 PM IST
Personnel of Pakistani law enforcement agencies conducted house raids on the activists of the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) in Karachi, the capital city of Sindh province in Pakistan, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


During bad weather, Dubai assisted over 400,000 passengers with quality service across airports, ports
Middle East | April 20, 2024 11:29:18 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's air, land, and seaport officers ensured smooth passenger flow despite recent bad weather. Their dedication minimised disruptions for travellers. ... read..


UAE Pavilion at Venice Biennale opens its doors to visitors
Europe | April 20, 2024 11:29:17 PM IST
Venice [Italy], April 20 (ANI/WAM): The National Pavilion UAE at the Venice Biennale International Art Exhibition opened its doors today to visitors to explore the artistic worlds of Abdullah Al Saadi in an enchanting exhibition that unfolds like a story ... read..


UAE Chamber boosts trade cooperation with Colombia
Middle East | April 20, 2024 11:29:15 PM IST
Bogota [Columbia], April 20 (ANI/WAM): The UAE Federation of the Chambers signed two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Colombian counterparts to boost investment and trade opportunities between the two nations. These MoUs also establish a joint busin ... read..


Pakistan journalist expresses concern over rise in street crimes in Karachi
Karachi | April 20, 2024 11:29:09 PM IST
Pakistani journalist Syed Zeeshan expressed concern on Saturday over the rising street crimes including killings, and noted that the situation in the city is getting worse day by day, urging that the police should restrategize to curb the situation. ... read..


India, Uzbekistan armed forces perform Yoga during joint military exercise 'DUSTLIK'
New Delhi | April 20, 2024 11:29:03 PM IST
The Indian and Uzbekistan armed forces performed yoga on Saturday under the ongoing joint military exercise 'DUSTLIK' in the Termez District of Uzbekistan. ... read..


Chinese military drone spotted flying close to the Philippines ahead of BrahMos delivery from India
Manila | April 20, 2024 9:29:38 PM IST
A WZ-7 Soaring Dragon drone of the Chinese People's Liberation Army was spotted flying in close proximity to the Philippines, ahead of preparations by the Southeast Asian country to receive the delivery of Indian BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, The Eu ... read..


Pakistan government borrows record PKR 5.5 trillion from banks, PKR 650 bn in one week amid crisis
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 9:29:22 PM IST
Owing to the economic crisis, the Pakistan government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif borrowed over Pakistan currency (PKR) 650 billion from banks to meet its rising expenditures within a week, Dawn reported on Saturday. ... read..


Philippines to hold military exercise with US amid escalating tensions with China
Manila | April 20, 2024 9:29:20 PM IST
After reaffirming their bilateral ties at the unprecedented trilateral summit held at the White House on April 12, Philippines is set to hold a military exercise with the forces of US and Japan from April 22 to May 10, Nikkei Asia reported. ... read..


Indian Navy conducts Exercise Poorvi Lehar on East Coast to enhance maritime security
New Delhi | April 20, 2024 9:29:13 PM IST
The Indian Navy on Saturday conducted Exercise Poorvi Lehar on the East Coast under the operational control of the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. ... read..


G7 foreign ministers express concern over China's human rights violations in Xinjiang, Tibet
Taipei | April 20, 2024 9:29:04 PM IST
The G7 foreign ministers on Friday reiterated the importance of peace in the Taiwan Strait and expressed their concern over the human rights violations in Xinjiang and Tibet by Chinese authorities, Taiwan News reported citing a joint statement issued on F ... read..


China's tech sector faces stagnation as government policies tighten grip
Beijing | April 20, 2024 9:28:38 PM IST
Nina Xiang, Managing Director at TH Capital and author of "US-China Tech War: What Chinese Tech History Reveals About Future Tech Rivalry," has shed light on growing concerns over China's economic trajectory in the technology sector, Nikkei Asia reported ... read..


China announces activation of new aviation routes near Taiwan's restricted airspace
Taipei | April 20, 2024 6:31:25 PM IST
The Civil Aviation Administration of China recently announced the initiation of new air routes to the cities of Xiamen and Fuzhou, which are positioned in close proximity to the Taiwan-controlled islands of Kinmen and Matsu, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Not afraid of jungle monkeys: Bilawal Bhutto assails opposition for using 'abusive language' during Pak Prez Zardari's address
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 6:31:23 PM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) chairman, Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari, has slammed the opposition for using derogatory language during President Asif Ali Zardari's speech at parliament on Friday and added that his party has a history of opposing dictators and tha ... read..


Taiwan detects 21 Chinese military aircraft, 17 cross Taiwan Strait median line, says Ministry
Taipei | April 20, 2024 6:31:11 PM IST
Taiwan has detected 21 Chinese military aircraft, including Shenyang J-16 fighter jets, Shaanxi Y-8 transport aircraft, and drones, of which 17 crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait or its extension on Saturday morning, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Argentina's decision to buy American-made F-16 fighter jets to cease Beijing's momentum: Analysts
Washington, DC | April 20, 2024 6:31:00 PM IST
With Argentina's recent decision to purchase F-16 fighter jets made in the United States and its announcement in early April to collaborate with the US military on a naval base at the southern tip of South America, international affairs analysts see a shi ... read..


Hanoi to host 2024 Vietnam Medipharm Expo from May 9-12
Asia | April 20, 2024 6:30:50 PM IST
Hanoi [Vietnam], April 20 (ANI/WAM): The 31st Vietnam International Medical and Pharmaceutical Exhibition (Vietnam Medipharm Expo 2024) is scheduled to take place in Hanoi from May 9-12, an official of the Ministry of Health (MoH) told a press conference ... read..


DEWA launches the second edition of its technical infrastructure manual
Middle East | April 20, 2024 6:30:46 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) launched the second edition of its Infrastructure NOC (No-Objection Certificate) Technical Manual, to be a reference for contractors, consultants, and developers accredited by D ... read..


UAE: Dubai Airports advises travellers against arriving too early to avoid overcrowding
Middle East | April 20, 2024 6:30:44 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Airports has issued an alert urging guests departing from Dubai International (DXB) to arrive at Terminal 3 hours before their departure time. ... read..


US: Sunderkand Parivar launches historic "Sunderkand Path 108 Baar for Abki Baar 400 Paar" initiative in Chicago
By Suchitra Mukherjee

Chicago | April 20, 2024 6:30:40 PM IST
Sunderkand Parivar, a prominent organisation dedicated to spiritual and cultural pursuits, has embarked on a momentous journey with the commencement of "Sunderkand Path 108 Baar for Abki Baar 400 Paar" in Chicago. ... read..


Ecuador declares second state of emergency over energy crisis
Middle East | April 20, 2024 6:30:38 PM IST
Quito [Ecuador], April 20 (ANI/WAM): Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa declared a second state of emergency on Friday over an energy crisis that has already led to rationing in the South American country. ... read..


Flydubai resumes operating its full flight schedule
Middle East | April 20, 2024 6:30:34 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): Flydubai has returned to operating its full flight schedule from Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB). ... read..


Over AED 14.3 million provided to support global bird conservation
Middle East | April 20, 2024 6:30:21 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 20 (ANI/WAM): The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund (MBZF) has provided more than 390 grants of more than AED 14.3 million since its establishment to support the conservation of threatened bird species around the world, accord ... read..


Afghanistan: Amid health sector challenges, Turkish doctors arrive in Kabul for free pediatric care
Kabul | April 20, 2024 6:30:05 PM IST
At a time when Afghanistan is grappling with a poor economy and the healthcare system is in a deteriorated state, Turkish doctors have arrived in Kabul to provide free paediatric care in the Taliban-ruled nation, reported Khaama Press. ... read..


Japan, China spar over Beijing's actions in Indo-Pacific
Beijing | April 20, 2024 6:30:04 PM IST
China is challenging Japan's recent evaluation of the threat posed to the Indo-Pacific region by Beijing, dismissing it as a hyped-up threat and a false accusation, Voice of America reported. ... read..


US urges Cambodia to be transparent in China-financed canal project which alarms Vietnam
Phnom Penh | April 20, 2024 6:29:48 PM IST
The United States has called on Cambodia to be transparent in a proposed USD 1.7 billion canal project financed by China, which has worried neighbouring Vietnam over its potential impact on water resource management. VOA reported on Friday. ... read..


Pakistan: Election Commission set for by-polls on April 21 as electioneering ends
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 12:29:17 PM IST
In accordance with Section 182 of the Election Act, 2017, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) reminded candidates of the electioneering deadline, which ended at midnight on Friday, Geo News reported. ... read..


276 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza on Friday, says Israeli military
Tel Aviv | April 20, 2024 12:28:58 PM IST
Israel's COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories) said on Friday that 276 aid trucks carrying humanitarian supplies underwent inspection and were permitted entry into Gaza on Friday, CNN reported. ... read..


14-member cabinet takes oath in Pakistan's Balochistan
Balochistan | April 20, 2024 11:29:24 AM IST
Balochistan Governor Abdul Wali Kakar on Friday administered the oath to a 14-member, three-party cabinet in Balochistan, including a female minister, Raheela Hameed Khan Durrani, who had also served as the Balochistan Assembly speaker, reported Dawn. ... read..


Elon Musk delays India visit says, "Tesla obligations require visit to be delayed"
New Delhi | April 20, 2024 11:29:03 AM IST
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has delayed his trip to India. In a post replying to a news report that cited the delay of his India Trip, Elon Musk posted on X "Unfortunately, very heavy Tesla obligations require that the visit to India be delayed, but I do very muc ... read..


Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif urges nationwide drive against smuggling
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 11:29:01 AM IST
PM Shehbaz Sharif directed a meeting on Friday, reiterating his resolve to purge the country of smuggling and instructing relevant authorities to accelerate the nationwide drive against the menace, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Court orders medical checkup of Imran Khan, his wife
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 10:30:06 AM IST
The Islamabad accountability court has accepted the requests for the medical examination of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, and directed Bushra Bibi's endoscopy in a private hospital w ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 jolts Tibet's Xizang
Xizang | April 20, 2024 10:29:53 AM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter Scale struck Tibet's Xizang on Saturday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..


Explosions rock pro-Iran military base in Iraq, three injured
Baghdad | April 20, 2024 10:29:51 AM IST
At least three people were injured following five explosions at a pro-Iran military base in Iraq on Saturday, CNN reported, citing a security official. ... read..


Pakistan: Two lawmakers suspended for using 'abusive language' during President Zardari's address
Islamabad | April 20, 2024 8:30:30 AM IST
Pakistan's National Assembly (NA) Speaker Ayaz Sadiq on Friday suspended the membership of two Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) lawmakers, Jamshed Ahmad Khan Dasti and Muhammad Iqbal Khan for the current session over the u ... read..


US: Opening statements in Donald Trump's hush-money trial set for Monday
Washington, DC | April 20, 2024 8:30:28 AM IST
A jury is set to hear opening statements on Monday on whether former US President Donald Trump falsified bank records to hide an alleged affair from people in the 2016 election, The Washington Post reported. ... read..


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