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UAE sends hundreds of tonnes of food to Gaza

Middle East | April 28, 2024 11:00:04 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has partnered with the American Near East Refugee Aid (Anera) to scale the humanitarian assistance to the brotherly people of Gaza and address the humanitarian crisis. ... read..

Ignorance and incompetence of PoK administration causes major education crisis

Muzaffarabad | April 28, 2024 10:59:47 PM IST

The status of educational infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir has declined in the past few years. The issue has now become a serious problem for both parents and students. ... read..

Indian officials, Russian Deputy Minister attend India-Russia Investment Forum

Moscow | April 28, 2024 10:01:41 PM IST

Secretary at the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Rajesh Kumar Singh, India's Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, and Russian Deputy Minister of Economic Development Vladimir Ilyichev attended ... read..

BRICS Forum in Russia: Kashmiri political leader Mir Junaid rejects all forms of cross-border terrorism

Grozny | April 28, 2024 10:01:15 PM IST

Mir Junaid, a political leader from Srinagar, delivered a powerful message of global unity during his address at the BRICS Forum held in Grozny, Russia. ... read..

Baloch Yakjeheti Committee vows to continue struggle against enforced disappearances in Balochistan

Shapak | April 28, 2024 10:00:53 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjeheti Committee, an organization engaged in Baloch rights advocacy, in its statement released on Saturday declared that their struggle will continue despite Pakistan's repeated attempts to stop their protests. The statement was issued refer ... read..

Opposed PML-N's decision to choose "power politics at all costs": Former Pakistan PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 10:00:27 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi said that he had opposed the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) party's decision to choose "power politics at all costs." ... read..

Israeli military hit 270 Gaza terror targets since start of Passover Holiday

Middle East | April 28, 2024 10:00:21 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 28 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that over the first six day of the Passover holiday its forces attacked about 270 terrorist targets throughout the Gaza Strip, of which more than 20 were terror infrastructures t ... read..

Hamas releases video of hostages pleading Israeli PM Netanyahu for negotiation

Tel Aviv | April 28, 2024 10:00:15 PM IST

Amid deadlock on ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel, Hamas on Saturday released a video of two hostages who were seen pleading Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate for their release, as reported by CNN. ... read..

Chile President declares mourning after assailants kill three policemen

Santiago | April 28, 2024 8:01:02 PM IST

Chile President Gabriel Boric on Saturday declared a three-day mourning after armed assailants ambushed and killed three police officers in southern Chile, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf seeking to return to power with establishment support: PML-N leader Rana Sanaullah

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 8:01:00 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Rana Sanaullah has said that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf was seeking to return to power with the support of the establishment, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

Two more persons arrested in UK on charges of spying for China

London | April 28, 2024 8:00:32 PM IST

Merely days after four individuals were arrested in Germany, two more individuals suspected to be spies for China have been arrested in UK's London on the charges of spying for China. Commenting on the security scenario, intelligence experts on Sunday sug ... read..

Pakistan judge kidnapped at gunpoint in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | April 28, 2024 8:00:26 PM IST

The District and Sessions Judge Shakirullah Marwat serving his duties in South Waziristan was kidnapped by armed men near the border area of Tank and Dera Ismail Khan in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Geo News reported citing police. ... read..

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif appoints Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar as Deputy PM

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 8:00:22 PM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has appointed Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar as Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister with immediate effect, Samaa TV reported. ... read..

Forbes journalist placed under house arrest in Russia for spreading 'fake news' about armed forces

Moscow | April 28, 2024 8:00:13 PM IST

A journalist working for the Russian edition of the US magazine Forbes has been placed under house arrest after being detained for allegedly spreading "fake news" about the armed forces, reported CNN, citing Russian state-run RIA news agency on Saturday. ... read..

Indian warship responds to attack on Panama-flagged vessel

New Delhi | April 28, 2024 8:00:11 PM IST

Indian warship, INS Kochi on Sunday responded to the maritime security incident involving an attack on a Panama-flagged crude oil tanker, MV Andromeda Star PM, Indian Navy said in a statement on Sunday. ... read..

UN's First International Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure held under India's leadership

New York | April 28, 2024 7:59:58 PM IST

The United Nation's First International Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure was held under India's leadership to harness the technology to propel Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and foster inclusivity, India's Permanent Representative to UN, ... read..

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan concludes France visit, reaffirms strategic partnership

Paris | April 28, 2024 7:59:40 PM IST

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan visited France and reaffirmed the long-standing strategic partnership between New Delhi and Paris and further reinforced the bilateral defence cooperation between the two nations, according to an official ... read..

Death toll due to heavy rain in Balochistan reaches to 22

Balochistan | April 28, 2024 4:59:50 PM IST

The death toll reached to 22 due to heavy rains that lashed various districts of Balochistan, including its capital, on Saturday, Dawn reported. ... read..

"Tehreek-e-Insaf always ready to hold talks, but with 'real' associates," says Pakistan Senate Opposition leader

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 4:59:48 PM IST

Pakistan's incarcerated former Prime Minister Imran Khan's Tehreek-e-Insaf party leader, Senator Shibli Faraz has reiterated readiness to hold talks with the opposition but only with those who have the "real power," Dawn reported. ... read..

UAE committee tasked with assessing flood damage holds first meeting

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:59:39 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): The UAE committee tasked with assessing damage from floods held its first meeting to set priorities and plans to evaluate the condition of infrastructure, roads, and dams after the unprecedented weather event. The Committe ... read..

WEF convenes Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development in Riyadh

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:59:33 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): With geopolitical upheavals and complex economic challenges destabilising a fractured world, the World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development is hosting 1,000 global ... read..

Indian-American doctor who drove family off cliff in US was having psychotic breakdown, says therapist

Washington, DC | April 28, 2024 4:59:28 PM IST

An Indian-American radiologist who drove his family off the cliff had a 'psychotic breakdown' and believed his children were at risk of being sex trafficked, a psychologist testified regarding the case, according to San Francisco Chronicle. ... read..

Bank of Sharjah acts as Joint Lead Manager, Bookrunner in USD300 million sukuk

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:59:09 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): Bank of Sharjah acted as a joint lead manager and bookrunner in a USD300 million Additional Tier 1 (AT1) 5.5-year sukuk for Kuwait International Bank (KIB), alongside other international and regional banks. ... read..

Pakistan: PM Shehbaz Sharif raises wheat procurement target amid farmer protests

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 4:59:02 PM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has finally responded to farmer protests in his country over delays in the grain's buying process by ordering an increase in the wheat procurement target from USD 1.4 million tonnes to USD 1.8 million tonnes, Dawn re ... read..

Investopia 2024 emphasises importance of driving new economy projects in AI, fintech, healthcare, environment

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:58:50 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): Investopia 2024 organised an all-encompassing strategic discussion, bringing together more than 105 speakers, including ministers, policymakers, leading investors, economic experts, and entrepreneurs from different reg ... read..

Mohammed bin Rashid approves designs, start of work on new AED128 billion passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:58:48 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, reviewed the strategic plan of the Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects and approved designs for the new passenger terminal at Al ... read..

Bin Touq, Estonian counterpart explore potential avenues for expanding cooperation

Middle East | April 28, 2024 4:58:45 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy, held a bilateral meeting with Tiit Riisalo, Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology in the Republic of Estonia. ... read..

Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Netanyahu government, in support of hostage deal

Tel Aviv | April 28, 2024 3:00:33 PM IST

Amid the impending hostage deal, thousands of protesters rallied across Israel against the government on Saturday night, following the release of videos by Hamas showing signs of life from several Israeli hostages held captive by them, according to The Ti ... read..

Security forces thwart attack on passenger bus in Balochistan, one terrorist killed

Balochistan | April 28, 2024 1:00:47 PM IST

A terrorist was killed by security forces on Saturday after they foiled an attack on a passenger bus in Balochistan's Harnai District, according to ARY News, which quoted Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ... read..

Afghanistan: World Food Programme says it has been giving food, cash to 6 mn people monthly

Kabul | April 28, 2024 1:00:40 PM IST

As Afghanistan battles a humanitarian crisis, the World Food Programme said it has been distributing food and cash to six million people every month there, according to Khaama Press. ... read..

US: Protesters drape huge Palestinian flag at venue of White House Correspondents' Dinner amid growing campus outrage over Gaza

Washington, DC | April 28, 2024 1:00:29 PM IST

Amid the disquiet in Israel over the rising tide of anti-Semitic protests in the US, especially across Ivy League campuses, at a time when support has been pouring in for the people of Gaza in the face of the relentless armed offensive against Hamas; a Wh ... read..

US: Protesters drape huge Palestinian flag at venue of White House Correspondents' Dinner amid growing Gaza outrage

Washington, DC | April 28, 2024 1:00:25 PM IST

Tesla CEO Elon Musk heads to China in surprise visit to country: Report

Shanghai | April 28, 2024 1:00:21 PM IST

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has headed to China on Sunday on a surprise visit to the country, which is also the second biggest market of the electric vehicle giant, news agency Reuters reported citing two people with knowledge of the matter. ... read..

China aims to exert influence on Afghan mining sector via investments

Kabul | April 28, 2024 1:00:06 PM IST

Ever since the Taliban seized power in Afghanistan, China has kept its aim sharp at the country's mining sector through its investment initiatives, thus ensuring an influence on it, reported Khaama Press. ... read..

Pakistan: Electricity bills to rise as govt set to privatise power distribution companies

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 7:59:35 AM IST

The Pakistani government has finalised a plan to privatise profit-making power distribution companies (Disco), adding that electricity prices are likely to go up reported ARY News, citing sources. ... read..

Open Forum Riyadh 2024 to spark debate on global challenges, opportunities

Middle East | April 28, 2024 7:59:32 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): The World Economic Forum, together with the Ministry of Economy and Planning of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, will host an Open forum in parallel to the Forum's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy ... read..

UAE: Saif bin Zayed attends DIHAD Humanitarian College graduation ceremony

Middle East | April 28, 2024 7:59:30 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, graced the inaugural Graduation Ceremony of the DIHAD Humanitarian College Master's Programme in Sustainable Humanitarian ... read..

Pakistan: Jamaat-e-Islami to hold protest across Punjab to raise voice for farmers' demands

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 7:59:28 AM IST

The Jamaat-e-Islami has announced to hold protest demonstrations across Punjab province in Pakistan to advocate the approval of farmers' demands, reported ARY News. ... read..

Release from Chinese military could help Taiwanese Kinmen angler to return from China

Taipei | April 28, 2024 7:59:26 AM IST

A Taiwanese angler from the outlying island of Kinmen held for over a month by China could be freed if he is discharged from the military, a Taiwanese lawmaker said, reported Taiwan News. ... read..

US condemns Iraq's law to criminalise same-sex marriage, says 'will weaken country's ability to diversify its economy'

Washington, DC | April 28, 2024 7:59:19 AM IST

The United States condemned the Iraqi Council of Representatives' passage of the Anti-Prostitution and Homosexuality Law, banning same-sex relations with steep fines and imprisonment for those promoting homosexuality. ... read..

UAE: Arab ministerial coordination meeting in Riyadh reiterates importance of ending war in Gaza

Middle East | April 28, 2024 5:58:53 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 28 (ANI/WAM): An Arab ministerial coordination meeting in Riyadh today emphasised the necessity of ending the war on the Gaza Strip, reaching an immediate and complete ceasefire, ensuring the protection of civilians in accordance wi ... read..

Five dead, 33 injured as Tornado hits Southern China

Beijing | April 28, 2024 4:01:02 AM IST

Five people have died and 33 have been injured in a tornado that struck Guangzhou, in southern China, reported CNN, citing Chinese state media. ... read..

US State Secy Blinken to visit Saudi Arabia on April 29, to discuss efforts for ceasefire in Gaza

Washington, DC | April 28, 2024 2:59:19 AM IST

US State Secretary Antony Blinken is set to embark on his visit to Saudi Arabia on April 29 to meet with regional partners. ... read..

Sunni Ittehad Council chairman says Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's talks with JUI-F chief a "mistake"

Islamabad | April 28, 2024 1:58:50 AM IST

Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) Chairman Sahibzada Hamid Raza expressed disappointment with the talks held between Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf and Jamiat Ulema-i-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman, calling them a mistake on the former's part, Dawn re ... read..

Kremlin says no conditions exist for talks between Russia, Ukraine at this time

Moscow | April 27, 2024 11:29:55 PM IST

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that no conditions exist for talks between Russia and Ukraine at this time, and Moscow's military action continues in Kyiv, Russia-based TASS reported. ... read..

MQM-P President Altaf Hussain accuses Pakistan military, ISIS of manipulating general elections

London | April 27, 2024 11:29:53 PM IST

President of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P), Altaf Hussain once again targeted the Pakistan military and ISIS for manipulating the Pakistan general elections and alleged that the military powers are controlling parliament and Pakistan Prime ... read..

'Will remain loyal to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Imran Khan come what may': Omar Ayub

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 10:32:03 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub Khan has said that he will remain loyal to his party and the PTI founder, Imran Khan, come what may, Dunya News reported. ... read..

Egyptian delegation arrives in Israel to take forward ceasefire, hostage talks amid war

Tel Aviv | April 27, 2024 10:31:49 PM IST

Amid deadlock on ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel, an Egyptian delegation has arrived in Israel to take forward the negotiations and implement a ceasefire in Gaza, CNN reported citing Egyptian and Israeli officials on Saturday. ... read..

Pakistan: Opposition boycotts Punjab assembly over wheat procurement policy, plans protest

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 10:31:33 PM IST

Opposition members in the Punjab Assembly boycotted house proceedings on Friday, as reported by Pakistan-based Dawn, to show solidarity with wheat growers. They also announced plans to launch a protest on Monday against what they termed the poor wheat pro ... read..

EAD announces 2024 Grazing Season in Abu Dhabi from May 15 to October 15

Middle East | April 27, 2024 10:31:29 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the dates of the 2024 grazing season in the emirate, running from May 15 to October 15, in order to ensure the recovery of vegetation and enhance and sustain biodi ... read..

Kenya: At least 70 people killed in flooding, authorities order more evacuations from at-risk areas

Nairobi | April 27, 2024 10:31:26 PM IST

At least 70 people have died in flooding in Kenya as authorities ordered more evacuations of people from at-risk areas due to ongoing rainfall, CNN reported, citing a government spokesperson. ... read..

Pakistan: Kidnappers kill 13-year-old boy over non-payment of ransom money

Shikarpur | April 27, 2024 10:31:13 PM IST

A gang of kidnappers has killed a 13-year-old boy who was abducted 20 days ago, ARY News reported citing police on Saturday. ... read..

UAE: Abu Dhabi Customs emphasises role of IP in driving national economic growth

Middle East | April 27, 2024 10:31:08 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Customs attaches great importance to the intellectual property (IP) sector, believing in its active role in supporting the growth of the national economy and enhancing its regional and global competitiveness, ... read..

US: Three Indian women killed, one injured in road crash in South Carolina

South Carolina | April 27, 2024 10:30:39 PM IST

Three Indian women identified as Rekhaben Patel, Sangitaben Patel, and Manishaben Patel have died and another is hospitalized after a crash near Greenville County, South Carolina on Friday. ... read..

UAE expresses deep concern over heightened tensions in North Darfur

Middle East | April 27, 2024 10:30:35 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates expresses deep concern over the heightened tensions in the El Fasher region in North Darfur and the threat this poses to Sudanese civilians. ... read..

Sheikha Bodour urges collaboration at 3rd Booksellers Conference

Asia | April 27, 2024 10:30:26 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): Welcoming over 550 professionals to the 3rd annual Sharjah International Booksellers Conference on Saturday, Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), has urged publishers, distributors, ... read..

UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani Al Zeyoudi holds talks with Estonia's Minister of Economic Affairs and ICT to strengthen bilateral trade ties

Middle East | April 27, 2024 10:30:04 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): Thani Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, held talks with Tiit Riisalo, Estonia's Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, in the UAE today to further develop the trade and investment r ... read..

Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 3 returns to Maldives waters for second visit

Male | April 27, 2024 6:31:01 PM IST

Chinese marine research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 3 has returned in Maldivian waters, marking its second visit to the archipelago nation within two months after Pro-China Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's ruling People's National Congress (PNC) has won the ... read..

US: Tornadoes sweep through Nebraska, Iowa; at least nine people injured

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 6:30:58 PM IST

At least nine people were injured when tornadoes swept through parts of Nebraska and Iowa in the US on Friday, levelling dozens of houses and causing the collapse of an industrial building, The News York Times reported. ... read..

Iraqi TikTok star Om Fahad shot dead in Baghdad

Baghdad | April 27, 2024 6:30:47 PM IST

Iraqi TikTok star Om Fahad was shot dead in a late-night attack outside her home in eastern Baghdad's Zoyouna district, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday. ... read..

Sindhi nationalist raises voice against forced conversion of Hindu girls

Karachi | April 27, 2024 5:30:22 PM IST

In a recent video message, Sohail Abro, chairman of the Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM), urged international human rights organizations to intervene for the safe release of Priya Kumari, a young Hindu girl who went missing two years ago while serving m ... read..

UAE: MoI begins work to cancel traffic violations for citizens of Sultanate of Oman

Middle East | April 27, 2024 5:30:13 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The Federal Traffic Council at the Ministry of Interior, in response to the initiative launched by the UAE government under the directives of its wise leadership, announced the start of activating the decision to cancel tr ... read..

World Sindhi Congress highlights plight of Sindhi Hindus at International Religious Freedom Conference

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 5:30:09 PM IST

In a demonstration of solidarity and advocacy, the World Sindhi Congress (WSC) took centre stage at a conference convened by the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) on April 23. ... read..

'Last chance' for hostage deal before launch of Rafah offensive: Israel tells Egyptian delegation

Tel Aviv | April 27, 2024 4:30:40 PM IST

Amid rising tensions in West Asia and fears of the ongoing conflict between the Israeli forces and Hamas spreading to Rafah, which is home to several refugee camps; Israel issued a stern warning, saying that it was giving the ongoing negotiations to secur ... read..

Pakistan: Federal government proposed to impose tax on solar panel users

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 4:30:27 PM IST

The federal government is considering a proposal put forth by the Central Power Purchasing Agency to levy tax on individuals using solar panels for residential or commercial purposes, ARY News reported. ... read..

"We're looking them to act, if they don't, we will," US warns China over its support for Russia

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 4:30:16 PM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken after concluding his three-day visit to China that he used his meeting to raise the Joe Biden administration's concerns about Beijing's support for Russia's defence industrial base, reported CNN. ... read..

Former President Hamid Karzai says education of girls "vital issue" for Afghanistan

Kabul | April 27, 2024 4:30:12 PM IST

Former President of Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai has said that the education of girls is a "vital issue" for Afghanistan, as the basic rights of the females in the country are curtailed under the Taliban regime, according to Khaama Press. ... read..

ADB operations reach USD23.6 billion in 2023, achieve record climate finance of USD9.8 billion

Middle East | April 27, 2024 4:30:05 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The Asian Development Bank (ADB) committed USD 23.6 billion from its own resources in 2023, including USD 9.8 billion for climate action, to help Asia and the Pacific progress on sustainable development. ... read..

Queen of Pahang State, Anwar Gargash attend premiere of 'Children in the UAE' film

Middle East | April 27, 2024 4:29:59 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): Queen Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, Consort of the King of Malaysia and Queen of Pahang State, attended the premiere of the film "Children in the UAE," at the Supreme Motherhood and Childhood Council's theatre ... read..

Pakistan: Weekly inflation rises 27 per cent

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 4:29:42 PM IST

The week ending April 25 witnessed a significant surge in short-term inflation, as measured by the Sensitive Price Index (SPI), leading to an unprecedented rise in gas prices and essential food items. The increase amounted to nearly 27 per cent on an annu ... read..

Russian gas production to gain 4.6 per cent in 2024, says Economy Ministry

Middle East | April 27, 2024 4:29:35 PM IST

Moscow [Russia], April 27 (ANI/WAM): In 2024, natural gas production in Russia is expected to add 4.6 per cent and climb to 666.7 bln cubic meters in the base case scenario, the Russian Ministry of Economic Development said in its socioeconomic developmen ... read..

UAE welcomes 16th group of wounded Palestinian children, cancer patients

Middle East | April 27, 2024 5:30:18 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The 16th group of wounded Palestinian children and cancer patients arrived in the UAE early Saturday in implementation of the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to provide medical treatment for 1,00 ... read..

Amid humanitarian crisis, Afghanistan receives 169 tonnes of aid from Uzbekistan

Kabul | April 27, 2024 2:29:55 PM IST

Afghanistan has received 169 tonnes of aid from Uzbekistan at a time when the country is grappling with a severe humanitarian crisis, Khaama Press reported, adding that the package was delivered to Balkh province from Termez. ... read..

Tibetans rally in Oslo, demand release of 11th Panchen Lama

Oslo | April 27, 2024 2:29:40 PM IST

In a display of solidarity with the 11 Panchen Lama, who is under detention by the Chinese authorities; the Norwegian Tibet Committee orchestrated a protest on April 25, outside the Embassy of China in Oslo. ... read..

'Minor damage' to UK-owned vessel after Houthis fire missiles in Red Sea: US

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 1:32:38 PM IST

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said that Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi fighters fired three anti-ship ballistic missiles at two vessels in the Red Sea, which resulted in 'minor damage' to the UK-owned vessel. ... read..

US: Delta Airlines plane makes emergency return as exit slide of Boeing aircraft falls off mid flight

New York | April 27, 2024 1:32:34 PM IST

A Boeing 767 Delta Airlines plane was forced to make an emergency return to the John F Kennedy International Airport in New York City after its emergency exit slide fell off after take-off, reported US-based media outlet NPR citing the airline. ... read..

US to "move immediately" Patriot missiles to Ukraine in USD 6 bn aid package

Washington DC | April 27, 2024 1:32:19 PM IST

United States has announced an additional aid of USD 6 billion to Ukraine, which will enable for procurement of weapons, including critical interceptors Patriot and NASAMS (National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System) air defence systems, the US Defen ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf holds nationwide protests against election 'rigging' amid police crackdown

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 1:32:17 PM IST

Incarnated former prime minister Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party held nationwide protests on Friday against alleged rigging and vote fraud in by-polls held on April 21 amid reports of a police crackdown on the party's activists in parts ... read..

Taiwan tracks 22 Chinese military aircraft, amid mounting tensions

Taipei | April 27, 2024 1:32:10 PM IST

Taiwan detected 22 Chinese military aircraft circling the island country from Saturday morning, the Ministry of National Defence said. ... read..

Pakistan: Govt employees stage strike at Karachi port

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 11:30:34 AM IST

The government employees of major institutions staged protests at Karachi Port on Friday, which caused a backlog in import and export traffic since containers were left at the port, with no clearance in place, according to ARY News. ... read..

Pakistan faces internet disruption as sea-cables damaged

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 11:30:12 AM IST

In a major setback for the users, damaged sea cables resulted in internet disruption across Pakistan, reported ARY News on Friday. ... read..

"Dangerous, appalling statements": White House criticises comments of Columbia student protest leader

Columbia | April 27, 2024 9:30:44 AM IST

At a time when varsities in the United States are rocked by pro-Palestinian protests, the White House has come in for strong criticism of the "appaling and dangerous" comments made by a student leader of the pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University ... read..

Uyghur activists call for immediate global action against China's ongoing genocide in East Turkistan

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 8:31:01 AM IST

The Uyghur rights leaders called for immediate global action to address the ongoing genocide and crimes done by China against the Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, and other Turkic ethnic groups in the East Turkistan region. ... read..

Qatar pledges USD 3 million aid to Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner Office for Human Rights

Doha | April 27, 2024 6:29:20 AM IST

Qatar on Friday announced that it will provide USD 3 million to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights to strengthen the necessary infrastructure to provide effective services aimed at supporting families and children affected by the ongoi ... read..

UAE: Burjeel Medical City carries out first deceased donor liver transplant

Middle East | April 27, 2024 6:29:16 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The medical team at Burjeel Medical City (BMC) in Abu Dhabi, the flagship facility of Burjeel Holdings, performed a successful liver transplant surgery for a 66-year-old patient, thanks to a deceased 23-year-old donor, ... read..

UAE: Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed reviews preparations ahead of Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League

Middle East | April 27, 2024 6:29:11 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan attended the inaugural edition of Abu Dhabi Mobility Week at Yas Marina Circuit. ... read..

UAE: Dialogue sessions, workshops featured on closing day of Fujairah Media Forum 2024

Middle East | April 27, 2024 5:30:56 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 27 (ANI/WAM): The second day of the Fujairah Media Forum 2024 featured multiple dialogue sessions involving distinguished Emirati and Arab media professionals. Concurrently, a workshop titled "Media Influence and How to Attract the ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan rejects possibility of 'deal' with other parties at PTI's 28th Foundation Day

Islamabad | April 27, 2024 4:30:26 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan ruled out any chances of striking a "deal" with other parties in a message released for the party's 28th Foundation Day, reported Dawn. ... read..

Indian Defence Ministry's Goa Shipyard Limited signs MoU with Netherlands' based Damen Shipyards

New Delhi | April 27, 2024 4:30:22 AM IST

The Indian Defence Ministry's Goa Shipyard Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Damen Shipyards for collaborating in the field of e-Tugs, in the presence of the Netherlands' Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, Liesje ... read..

China seeks to "influence and arguably interfere" upcoming US elections: Blinken

Washington, DC | April 27, 2024 4:30:17 AM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, while closing his three-day trip to China, said that the US has seen evidence of Chinese attempts to "influence and arguably interfere" with the upcoming US elections, despite Chinese President Xi Jinping's earlier co ... read..

King Charles III to shortly return to 'public-facing duties' after cancer treatment

London | April 27, 2024 2:31:19 AM IST

The British Royal Family announced on Friday that King Charles III will shortly return to public-facing duties after a period of treatment and recuperation following his recent cancer diagnosis. ... read..

"I can't breathe": Black man in Ohio dies after US cops pin him down

Ohio | April 27, 2024 2:30:59 AM IST

The Ohio Police has released body camera footage of a black man who died after repeatedly telling the police officers that "I can't breathe" as they pinned him down to arrest him, reported WKYC, a local news network in Cleveland. ... read..

Arctic University of Norway expands collaboration with Indian institutions, signs 6 MoUs

New Delhi | April 26, 2024 10:01:06 PM IST

In a landmark event strengthening bilateral ties in education and research, the Arctic University of Norway (UiT) has inked six Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with prominent Indian institutions, the Norwegian Embassy in India said on Friday. ... read..

Buddhist leaders urge international community to investigate whereabouts of 11th Panchen Lama

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | April 26, 2024 10:00:45 PM IST

Senior Buddhist monks and leaders on Friday demanded a probe to find out the whereabouts of the 11th Panchen Lama, a press statement by the Central Tibetan Administration said. ... read..

Reiterated US' serious concern about China providing components 'powering' Russia's 'brutal' war against Ukraine: Antony Blinken

Beijing | April 26, 2024 9:00:30 PM IST

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken reiterated serious concerns of the US about China providing components that are powering Russia's war against Ukraine. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf accuses Maryam Nawaz of asking police to conduct raids to arrest workers ahead of protest

Islamabad | April 26, 2024 9:00:21 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has accused Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz of asking IG police to carry out raids in Faisalabad division (to arrest workers) ahead of the party's protest plan for Friday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

Indian diplomat inaugurates high impact community development project in Nepal

Kathmandu | April 26, 2024 8:01:43 PM IST

First secretary at the Indian embassy in Kathmandu, Avinash Kumar Singh and Mayor of Khairani Municipality in Nepal, Shashi Kumar Khaniya jointly inaugurated the Embankment and Launching Apron Dhungre Khola River Training Works project at Khairahani Munic ... read..

India stresses peace and cooperation at SCO Defence Ministers' meeting in Kazakhstan

Astana | April 26, 2024 8:01:38 PM IST

Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane joined his counterparts from Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states in Kazakhstan capital, Astana for a pivotal Defence Ministers' meeting on Friday, the Ministry of Defence said in an official press state ... read..

EAM Jaishankar receives copy of book 'India's Nuclear Titans'

New Delhi | April 26, 2024 8:01:36 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar received a copy of the book 'India's Nuclear Titans' edited by Soumya Awasthi and Shrabana Barua. He said it is important that the contributions of nuclear titans is recognised by the emerging generations. ... read..

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