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UAE announces USD 50 million commitment to Lives and Livelihoods Fund 2.0

Middle East | April 24, 2024 6:59:38 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 24 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has committed USD 50 million to the second phase of the Lives and Livelihoods Fund 2.0 (LLF 2.0), a major multi-donor development initiative that supports the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) member countries in ... read..

US: Senate set to approve aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

Washington, DC | April 24, 2024 6:59:36 AM IST

Days after the US House of Representatives approved a USD 95.3 billion foreign-aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other American allies, the Senate is set to pass the multi-billion dollar national security package, and has cleared a procedural hurdle, s ... read..

Pakistan security forces kill 3 terrorists in Balochistan's Pishir district

Balochistan | April 24, 2024 5:59:39 AM IST

Three terrorists have been shot dead by security forces in an Intelligence-based Operation (IBO) in Pakistan's Balochistan, Dawn reported, citing the military's media wing. ... read..

UAE: Mansoor bin Mohammed attends opening of 1st GCC Youth Games

Middle East | April 24, 2024 5:59:37 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 24 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, highlighted the pivotal role that GCC sports tournaments play in elevating the standing of GCC sports on the global stage besides ... read..

UAE President, Chancellor of Austria discuss bilateral ties, regional developments

Middle East | April 24, 2024 5:59:29 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 24 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Karl Nehammer, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, during which the two sides discussed bilateral ties and ways to enhance these rela ... read..

5 asylum seekers die while crossing English Channel to UK

Paris | April 24, 2024 4:59:27 AM IST

Five asylum seekers died while crossing the English Channel from France to Britain in an overcrowded small boat on Tuesday, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Diffidence to confidence: EAM Jaishankar elaborates how "faith and vote bank" influenced India's foreign policy in past

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 24, 2024 4:59:21 AM IST

Stating that India's policy in the past was influenced by "faith" and "vote bank", External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that a change has taken place in the policymaking today. ... read..

"We're going to continue to disrupt": US warns Pakistan of "potential risk of sanctions" for doing trade with Iran

Washington, DC | April 24, 2024 3:59:10 AM IST

The US on Tuesday (local time) warned Pakistan of "potential risk of sanctions," adding that they will continue to disrupt and take actions against proliferation networks considering business deals with Iran. ... read..

Baloch National Movement Germany elects new cabinet at 5th General Body Meeting in Hannover

Hanover | April 24, 2024 3:59:08 AM IST

The German chapter of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) on Monday organized its fifth General Body Meeting in Hannover and elected its new cabinet, according to a press release by BNM. ... read..

Australian journalist's claims not allowed to cover elections "misleading, incorrect": Sources

New Delhi | April 24, 2024 2:58:55 AM IST

Avani Dias, an Australian journalist claimed that she was not allowed to cover the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and was compelled to leave the country, however, the sources highlighted that her claims are"not correct, misleading and mischievous." ... read..

Western media criticises our democracy because they think they are also political players in our election: Jaishankar

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 24, 2024 2:58:51 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar slammed Western media, emphasising that they criticise our democracy because they think they are also political players in our election and not because they lack information. ... read..

"Modi's guarantee doesn't stop at Indian borders, it's global": Jaishankar

Hyderabad (Telangana) | April 24, 2024 1:59:20 AM IST

Stressing that the security of Indians based or settled overseas, especially in conflict zones, was paramount for the government, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said 'Modi's guarantee' doesn't stop at the country's borders. ... read..

World Sindhi Congress highlight unlawful land accusation in Pakistan at UN

New York | April 24, 2024 1:59:19 AM IST

A group of delegates from the World Sindhi Congress (WSC), an organisation involved in Sindh rights advocacy, participated on Tuesday in the 23rd session of the ongoing UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNIPFII), raising concerns about the occupati ... read..

UAE, Oman railway project has entered implementation phase: CEO of Hafeet Rail

Middle East | April 24, 2024 1:59:17 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 24 (ANI/WAM): Ahmed Al Musawa Al Hashemi, CEO of Hafeet Rail, affirmed that the railway project between the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates has entered into the implementation phase on Tuesday. ... read..

Indian envoy Harish Jain meets Ukrainian Dy Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha

Kyiv | April 24, 2024 1:59:13 AM IST

Indian envoy to Ukraine, Harish Jain on Tuesday held a meeting with the newly appointed Deputy Foreign Minister of Ukraine, Andrii Sybiha and congratulated him on his appointment to the Foreign Office. ... read..

Southern China battered with massive floods; 4 killed, evacuation underway

Beijing | April 23, 2024 10:59:40 PM IST

Deadly floods brought on by heavy rains have threatened to upend the lives of tens of millions of people in Southern China, following which rescuers have rushed to evacuate trapped residents, CNN reported. ... read..

UAE, Oman issue joint statement reaffirming their calls for peace, stability and prosperity for all nations

Middle East | April 23, 2024 10:59:33 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 23 (ANI/WAM): The UAE and the Sultanate of Oman have issued a joint statement following the two day visit of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, Sultan of Oman, to the UAE. ... read..

Jaishankar pitches for 'ASEAN unity', constructive role in Indo-Pacific

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 10:02:46 PM IST

Batting for enhanced cooperation between India and the ASEAN countries, External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Tuesday highlighted that the two sides, through greater collaboration, can play a major role in the emerging regional architecture of the In ... read..

"Strong, unified ASEAN can play constructive role in Indo-Pacific": Jaishankar

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 10:02:08 PM IST

Batting for enhanced cooperation between India and the ASEAN countries, External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Tuesday highlighted that the two sides, through greater collaboration, can play a major role in the emerging regional architecture of the In ... read..

French diplomat visits India, assumes co-chairship of Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 10:01:05 PM IST

French diplomat Aurelien Lechevallier visited India on Monday to participate in the Governing Council meeting of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) and advance Indo-French cooperation on culture and global commons, the French Forei ... read..

Far-right German leader's aide arrested on charges of spying for China

Berlin | April 23, 2024 10:00:58 PM IST

Jian G, an aide of a far-right Member of the European Parliament, was arrested by the German police on spying charges for China late Monday, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese naval vessels, 2 military aircraft around nation

Taipei | April 23, 2024 10:00:48 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected six Chinese naval vessels and two military aircraft around the country between 6 am on Monday and 6 am on Tuesday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..

China aims to up pressure on Taiwan with new air routes: Report

Taipei | April 23, 2024 10:00:20 PM IST

The opening of two new air routes, with flight paths near two outlying islands controlled by Taiwan, is the latest move by China to up the pressure on Taiwan ahead of the swearing-in of the president-elect, Lai Ching-te, Voice of America reported, citing ... read..

Former chief Bajwa denies Pak army role in no-trust vote against Imran Khan: Report

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 9:59:27 PM IST

Former Pakistan Army chief General Qamar Bajwa (retd) refuted the claims of the Pakistan Army's involvement in the no-trust vote against former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's government on Tuesday, The News International reported. ... read..

Nepal President welcomes Qatari Emir on two-day state visit

Kathmandu | April 23, 2024 9:59:22 PM IST

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani arrived on Tuesday in Nepal for his two-day state visit. ... read..

Australian envoy praises Kapil Dev's 'Khushi' NGO in mental health partnership

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 4:00:46 PM IST

Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green OAM, has expressed enthusiastic support for mental health initiatives, highlighting the critical importance of addressing mental well-being in today's society. ... read..

Saudi Arabia to host WEF Special Meeting on Global Collaboration on April 28

Middle East | April 23, 2024 4:00:45 PM IST

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], April 23 (ANI/WAM): Saudi Arabia will host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development on 28th-29th April, reported the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). ... read..

UAE: Dubai Airports back to normal operations

Asia | April 23, 2024 4:00:22 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 23 (ANI/WAM): After the heaviest rainfall the UAE experienced in 75 years, Dubai Airports is making remarkable strides in restoring and normalizing operations at Dubai International Airport (DXB). ... read..

India among Asian countries hit by heatwave in 2003: UN report

Asia | April 23, 2024 3:00:53 PM IST

Asia was among the world's most disaster-hit region from weather, climate and water hazards in 2023, the United Nations said on Tuesday, with floods and storms the chief cause of casualties. ... read..

India among Asian countries hit by heatwave in 2023: UN report

Asia | April 23, 2024 3:00:49 PM IST

Asia was among the world's most disaster-hit region from weather, climate and water hazards in 2023, the United Nations said on Tuesday, with floods and storms the chief cause of casualties. ... read..

Look forward to more Indian students coming to Australia next year: Envoy Philip Green

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | April 23, 2024 3:00:04 PM IST

The Australian High Commissioner to India, Philip Green on Tuesday said that he is looking forward to having more Indian students coming to Australia next year for their education. ... read..

Amid political tensions, PML-N's Rana Sanaullah gives 'reconciliation offer' to Imran Khan

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 2:59:55 PM IST

Pakistan Muslim League- Nawaz's Rana Sanaullah has extended a reconciliation offer to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan and said that both the parties, if together, can steer the nation out of the crisis, according to Geo News. ... read..

Technion scientists harness ultrasound for drug delivery and tissue implantation

Middle East | April 23, 2024 2:59:48 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 23 (ANI/TPS): Scientists from the Technion Faculty of Biomedical Engineering in Haifa made a breakthrough in drug delivery and tissue implantation, assisted by ultrasound. ... read..

"Enough is enough...No more delay": UK PM Sunak promises Rwanda deportation flights in 10-12 weeks

London | April 23, 2024 1:59:16 PM IST

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, in a strong message, has announced that there will now, be no delay in the flights to Rwanda and has promised to start sending asylum seekers there within 10 to 12 weeks, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..

Kim Jong-un guided simulated nuclear counterattack drill, says North Korea

Pyongyang | April 23, 2024 1:59:09 PM IST

North Korea has reportedly conducted a tactical drill simulating a nuclear counterattack, featuring super-large multiple rocket launchers, as revealed by state media on Tuesday. ... read..

Malaysian Navy helicopters collide in mid-air, 10 killed

Kuala Lumpur | April 23, 2024 1:00:22 PM IST

Ten crew members have been killed after two Malaysian Navy helicopters met a tragic fate on Tuesday after they collided mid-air, and later crashed to the ground, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

"This is encouraging to see!": PM Modi after President of QS University rankings lauds India's growth

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 12:00:39 PM IST

In response to the appreciation of India for its growth by QS University Rankings President, Nunzio Quacquarelli, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that it is "encouraging" to see this happening. ... read..

US, India regularly consult at highest levels on democracy, human rights issues: State Department official

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 10:58:40 AM IST

The United States and India regularly consult at the highest levels on democracy and human rights issues, a senior US State Department official said on Monday (local time) in response to an official report released. ... read..

Nawaz Sharif heads to China on 'low-profile' visit

Islamabad | April 23, 2024 10:58:35 AM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif embarked on a 'low-key' visit to China for five days, shrouded in secrecy as the ruling PML-N declined to disclose specifics regarding the purpose of his trip, Dawn reported. ... read..

EU announces new Schengen visa rules with longer validity, easier access to Indian nationals

Brussels | April 23, 2024 10:58:26 AM IST

The European Commission announced adoption of specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals, which are more favourable than the standard rules of the Visa Code that applied to date. ... read..

Eid Celebrations 2024: Indian Muslim Community lights Up Indian consulate in New York

New York | April 23, 2024 10:58:18 AM IST

The Indian Muslim Community hosted Eid celebrations 2024 at the Indian Consulate in New York on Monday. ... read..

UK passes Rishi Sunak's ambitious Rwanda migrant bill after facing two years of challenges

London | April 23, 2024 9:58:29 AM IST

The UK Parliament has passed the contentious bill, allowing the government to send asylum seekers to Rwanda for their claims to be considered by the East African nation, reported CNN. ... read..

Pakistan government "rarely took credible steps" to identify, punish officials violating human rights: US report

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 9:58:25 AM IST

Pakistan faces a range of significant human rights challenges, including unlawful killings, enforced disappearances, harsh prison conditions, arbitrary detention, and restrictions on freedom of expression and media freedom, a US report noted. ... read..

US report exposes arbitrary detention of Uyghurs, other Muslim minority groups by Chinese government

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 9:58:23 AM IST

A recent report by the United States has shed light on a series of human rights violations in China, including arbitrary arrests, restrictions on freedom of expression, and systemic abuses against ethnic minority groups. ... read..

Xi Jinping's governance mistakes look set to continue

Asia | April 23, 2024 9:58:18 AM IST

Chairman Xi Jinping ascended the highest throne of the Chinese political hierarchy nearly 14 years ago. His leadership was initially almost faultless from China's point of view, as the nation prospered economically, diplomatically and militarily. However, ... read..

US expresses 'troubling' concerns over Israeli human rights abuses in Gaza

By Reena Bhardwaj Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 6:58:14 AM IST

The US State Department released its annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices and highlighted Israel, underscoring concerns over human rights abuses in Gaza. ... read..

"Indian Ocean has connected two friendly countries together...": Iranian envoy to India on maritime security

New Delhi | April 23, 2024 4:58:27 AM IST

Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi on the occasion of Iran Army Day stressed that the Indian Ocean has connected two friendly countries (Iran and India) and has provided the basis for mutual cooperation between the two sides on maritime security. ... read..

Germany, UK arrest three people on suspicion of spying, supplying sensitive technologies to China

Berlin | April 23, 2024 4:58:25 AM IST

Germany has arrested three people suspected of supplying sensitive technologies to China, whereas, the UK has arrested two, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

USISPF congratulates India, Space Department for allowing 100 pc FDI in all three sectors of space manufacturing

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 3:58:34 AM IST

The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum congratulated India and the Department of Space for permitting 100 per cent Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in all three sectors of space manufacturing. ... read..

Chinese govt arbitrarily detains over 1 mn Uyghurs, members of other Muslim minority groups: US report

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 2:58:43 AM IST

The Chinese government has arbitrarily arrested and detained over one million Uyghurs and members of other predominantly Muslim minority groups from 2017 to 2023, according to a report released by the United States. ... read..

Taiwan's ruling party DPP proposes bill to root out China's spies

Taipei | April 23, 2024 2:58:41 AM IST

Taiwan is battling a sustained Chinese espionage campaign and to root out those spies, the legislators of Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) have proposed an amendment to strip benefits from military retirees who have received suspended se ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 jolts Taiwan

Taipei | April 23, 2024 2:58:35 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on the Richter jolted Taiwan on Tuesday, according to National Centre for Seismology (NCS) data. ... read..

Pakistan rarely took steps to identify, punish officials committing human rights abuses: US report

Washington, DC | April 23, 2024 1:57:48 AM IST

Pakistan has been witnessing some significant human rights issues including, extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearance and arbitrary detention among many others. However, their government rarely took credible steps to identify and punish officials wh ... read..

Nawaz Sharif likely to be re-elected as Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz president: Report

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 11:29:06 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is expected to retain his post of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) president following the general council meeting, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar extends 'Passover' festival greetings to his Israeli counterpart

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 11:29:05 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended wishes to his Israeli counterpart, Israel Katz on the occasion of the Jewish festival, Passover, also called Pesach. ... read..

Indian nationals can now apply for multiple entry Schengen visa with longer validity

Brussels | April 22, 2024 11:28:59 PM IST

European Commission has announced that on April 18, it adopted specific rules on the issuing of multiple entry visas to Indian nationals, which are more favourable than the standard rules of the Visa Code that applied to date. ... read..

Official opening ceremony of first Gulf Youth Games take place at Dubai Opera

Middle East | April 22, 2024 11:28:51 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): The official opening ceremony of the first Gulf Youth Games UAE 2024 will take place at the iconic Dubai Opera on Tuesday. ... read..

On 54th Earth Day, Indian poet-diplomat Abhay K's Earth Anthem translated into 160 languages

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 11:28:47 PM IST

The Earth Anthem penned by the Indian poet-diplomat Abhay K. has been gaining wide popularity and so far has been translated into 160 languages spoken across the globe. ... read..

German Embassy hosts GSDP conversation series on India's sustainable food systems

Bangalore (Karnataka) | April 22, 2024 10:29:27 PM IST

On World Earth Day, the German embassy in Delhi hosted the second edition of the Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) Conversation Series titled 'India's Growing Strength in Sustainable Food Systems' in Karnataka's Bengaluru. The series ex ... read..

China accuses US of "stoking military confrontation" with missile deployment in Philippines

Beijing | April 22, 2024 10:28:51 PM IST

China has accused the United States of escalating military tensions in the region following the recent deployment of a powerful missile launcher in the Philippines capable of firing weapons with a range of up to 1,600 kilometers, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..

Experts warn of China trap after Maldives ruling party secures supermajority in parliamentary elections

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 9:29:40 PM IST

Following the sweeping victory of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu's ruling People's National Congress (PNC) in the parliamentary elections, foreign affairs experts expressed concern about increasing Chinese influence in the island nation and reaffirmed ... read..

Dominican Republic eyes clean energy cooperation with UAE to combat climate change

Middle East | April 22, 2024 9:29:33 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): In an ambitious move to combat climate change through clean energy initiatives, the Dominican Republic has expressed a strong interest in fostering robust cooperation with the UAE. ... read..

Finance Minister Aurangzeb expects Pakistan International Airlines privatisation by end of June or early July

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 9:29:16 PM IST

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb said on Sunday that the privatization of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) is expected by the end of June or early July, with Islamabad airport potentially following suit shortly after, Dawn reported. ... read..

Diplomats from various missions in India to experience BJP's election campaign in Rajasthan

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | April 22, 2024 6:58:30 PM IST

As part of BJP's global outreach program "KNOW BJP", a seven-member delegation of diplomats from various missions in India has been visiting Rajasthan's Jodhpur from April 22-24 to experience the first-hand insight of the election campaign of the Bharatiy ... read..

US: Taiwanese, Tibetan students disrupt Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng's speech at Harvard

Washington | April 22, 2024 6:58:23 PM IST

A group of Taiwanese-American and Tibetan Harvard students disrupted the speech of Chinese Ambassador to the United States Xie Feng at Harvard University on Saturday, accusing the country of human rights violations. The incident occurred during the openin ... read..

Taiwan to commission two more stealth missile corvettes amid rising tensions with China

Taipei | April 22, 2024 5:58:37 PM IST

In what seems to be a step to safeguard its waters from China's military aggression, Taiwan's Navy is expected to commission two more domestically-built Tou Jiang-class stealth missile corvettes into service next month, Central News Agency Taiwan reported ... read..

Five earthquakes hit Taiwan's Hualien in nine minutes

Hualien | April 22, 2024 5:58:08 PM IST

Five earthquakes struck Shoufeng Township, Hualien County, in eastern Taiwan on Monday within just 9 minutes, as reported by Central News Agency Focus Taiwan. ... read..

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi arrives in Pakistan on a three day visit

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 5:00:21 PM IST

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi arrived in Pakistan on a three-day visit on Monday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan said. ... read..

Pakistan: Petroleum dealers warn of strike amid prices deregulation plan

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 5:00:12 PM IST

Petroleum dealers in Pakistan have allegedly threatened to close their doors due to government efforts to loosen price regulations on fuel goods, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

"Jewish students deserve safety, respect, and action, not just words": Israel's Foreign Minister decries Columbia University crisis

Tel Aviv | April 22, 2024 5:00:10 PM IST

Decrying the Columbia University crisis, Israel's Foreign Minister, Israel Katz said that he is appalled by the wave of antisemitism that is going on there. ... read..

Israeli-led researchers discover Milky Way's heaviest black hole

Middle East | April 22, 2024 5:00:08 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 22 (ANI/TPS): An international team of astronomers, led by Tel Aviv University Professor Tsevi Mazeh discovered a black hole more than three times heavier than the other known black holes in the Milky Way galaxy. ... read..

Israeli military intel chief, who claimed responsibility for Oct 7 failures, resigns

Tel Aviv | April 22, 2024 5:00:05 PM IST

Israel's military intelligence Chief Major-General Aharon Haliva resigned on Monday, citing failure to prevent Hamas' deadly surprise attack last October. He becomes the first senior official to take responsibility and step down, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Jerusalem prepares events for massive visitation over Passover holiday

Middle East | April 22, 2024 4:59:59 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 22 (ANI/TPS): Preparations are being made for the arrival of tens of thousands of visitors to Jerusalem over the Passover holiday, specifically to the Jewish Quarter of the Old City. The holiday begins Monday night. ... read..

Israel's chief Rabbis 'sell' the country's 'chametz'

Middle East | April 22, 2024 4:59:55 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 22 (ANI/TPS): As in every year, Israel's two chief rabbis "sold" all of the country's chametz to a non-Jewish person ahead of the Passover holiday. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar commends Brussels terror attack survivor's resilience

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 4:59:53 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed admiration for Nidhi Chaphekar, a survivor of the 2016 Brussels terror attack, who has chronicled her harrowing moments in her book "UNBROKEN." ... read..

COP28 President receives inaugural 'Global Energy Transition Impact Award' from World Energy Council

Middle East | April 22, 2024 4:59:48 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President Dr. Sultan Al Jaber was recognised with an award by the World Energy Council for his leadership in advancing the energy transition through the delivery of th ... read..

Col Edison Napyo to serve as Papua New Guinea's first Defence Advisor to India

Port Moresby | April 22, 2024 4:59:46 PM IST

Papua New Guinea (PNG) has appointed Colonel Edison Napyo as its inaugural Defence Advisor to India, PNG's Office of Chief of Defence Force informed in a press release. ... read..

Afghanistan Economic Crisis: Special market for women shuts down due to non-payment of shop rents

Kabul | April 22, 2024 4:59:40 PM IST

The situation of women in Afghanistan under the Taliban rule continues to deteriorate, as in yet another case, the "Khadijah Al-Kubra" market, specifically for women in Mazar-e-Sharif city, has been closed due to the non-payment of shop rents, Khaama Pres ... read..

UAE showed high effectiveness in dealing with unprecedented weather conditions: MoEI

Middle East | April 22, 2024 4:59:34 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): Hassan Al Mansoori, Undersecretary for Infrastructure and Transport Affairs at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), highlighted that the UAE has proved highly effective in dealing with the consequences of the ... read..

Pakistan's medical infrastructure crisis makes essential medicines out of reach

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 4:59:12 PM IST

A major chunk of Pakistan's population does not have access to primary and basic healthcare. The situation of medical infrastructure in Pakistan is becoming critical, especially for people who need essential medicines and injections like insulin, as the c ... read..

Under Xi Jinping, China's powerful spy agency drastically raises its public profile

Beijing | April 22, 2024 2:59:55 PM IST

China's 'notoriously secretive' spy agency, the Ministry of State Security (MSS) has taken centre stage, raising its public profile and broadening its remit under Xi Jinping, according to CNN. ... read..

Delhi: Ambassador of Israel to India joins plantation drive on World Earth Day

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 2:59:45 PM IST

In celebration of World Earth Day, Ambassador of Israel to India, Naor Gilon, marked the occasion by participating in a special plantation drive at a government school located in the bustling Moti Bagh area of the national capital on Monday. ... read..

Iran's Supreme leader commends army's anti-Israel operation, says "missiles hitting targets" of "secondary importance"

Tehran | April 22, 2024 2:59:36 PM IST

Iran's Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei congratulated commanders of the country's army for "displaying a good appearance of their abilities and authority," during Tehran's April 13 attack on Israel, according to state media. ... read..

Taiwan says it would continue to "negotiate" with US to ensure new funding is spent in right places

Taipei | April 22, 2024 2:59:15 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence has said that it would continue to negotiate with the United States via existing channels in order to ensure that the aid provided to them is spent in right places, the Central News Agency Taiwan reported. ... read..

North Korea launches missile off east coast, says Japan

Tokyo | April 22, 2024 2:58:52 PM IST

North Korea launched at least one ballistic missile towards the Sea of Japan on Monday, NHK World reported citing the Japanese Defence Ministry. ... read..

PML-N eyes early lead in by-polls across Pakistan

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 12:58:16 PM IST

The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) has emerged with a significant advantage following the conclusion of polling in 21 constituencies nationwide as initial and unofficial results have suggested a commanding position for the party, Dawn reporte ... read..

US: 18-year-old woman shot dead at Delaware State University campus, probe underway

Delaware | April 22, 2024 11:59:17 AM IST

An 18-year-old woman was fatally shot on the Delaware State University campus on Sunday morning, prompting authorities to keep the campus shut as an investigation remains underway, CNN reported. ... read..

US: Indian-American businessman Ajay Bhutoria appreciates President Biden's message commemorating Mahavir Jayanti

By Reena Bharadwaj Washington, DC | April 22, 2024 11:58:55 AM IST

Indian-American businessman, and an eminent Jain community leader, Ajay Bhutoria has expressed a deep appreciation for US President Joe Biden's message commemorating Mahavir Jayanti, as well as his recognition of the significance of the festival. ... read..

Chinese ambassador departs from Canada amid strained relations

Ottawa | April 22, 2024 11:58:51 AM IST

The departure of China's ambassador to Canada has been confirmed by Global Affairs Canada, marking a pivotal moment as efforts to thaw the frosty relations between the two nations continue, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) reported. ... read..

Taiwan detects 10 Chinese military aircraft, six naval ships around nation

Taipei | April 22, 2024 11:58:38 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence detected 10 Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels around the nation between 6 a.m. on Sunday (April 21) and 6 a.m. on Monday (April 22), reported Taiwan News. ... read..

CDS Gen Anil Chauhan embarks on official France visit to reinforce defence ties

New Delhi | April 22, 2024 11:58:36 AM IST

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan has proceeded on an official visit to France from April 22 to 25, the Ministry of Defence informed in a press release. ... read..

Pakistan: 20 pairs of shoes stolen from mosque in Parliament complex

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 9:58:28 AM IST

The Pakistan parliament's sanctity was disrupted by an unusual incident as thieves managed to slip past security, leaving officials and journalists perplexed as they found themselves barefooted, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

Pak: More poliovirus detected in sewage samples from Quetta, concerns rise

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 9:58:24 AM IST

Two additional sewage samples, this time from Quetta and Karachi, have tested positive for the presence of wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1), sparking concern among health officials, Dawn reported. ... read..

Is Faizabad sit-in inquiry report another chapter in Pakistan's probe commission history?

Islamabad | April 22, 2024 9:58:15 AM IST

An additional chapter in the history of the nation's investigative commission is 'The Faizabad sit-in inquiry report', which like other probes, is unable to meet its conclusion, says an opinion piece in the Dawn newspaper. ... read..

Maldives: President Mohamed Muizzu's ruling PNC secures supermajority in parliamentary elections

Male | April 22, 2024 8:58:58 AM IST

President Mohamed Muizzu's ruling People's National Congress (PNC) has won a supermajority in the Maldives Parliament. His party won 60 seats in the parliamentary elections held on Sunday, Maldives-based Sun Online reported. Over 200,000 people voted in t ... read..

First ever Hindi radio broadcast starts in Kuwait

Kuwait City | April 22, 2024 8:58:54 AM IST

The first-ever Hindi radio broadcast has started in Kuwait, the Indian Embassy in Kuwait said on Monday. The Indian Embassy in Kuwait lauded Kuwait's Ministry of Information for starting a Hindi programme on Kuwait Radio on FM 93.3 and AM 96.3 every Sunda ... read..

Second Industrialists Career Exhibition launches in Abu Dhabi

Middle East | April 22, 2024 6:57:56 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 22 (ANI/WAM): The second edition of the Industrialists Career Exhibition began today in the presence of Sultan Al Jaber, UAE's Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Ghanam Butti Al Mazrouei, Secretary General of the Emirati ... read..

Israel war cabinet discusses efforts to free hostages held in Gaza

Tel Aviv | April 22, 2024 6:57:58 AM IST

The Israeli war cabinet held a meeting late Sunday (local time) to discuss efforts for the release of remaining hostages held in Gaza, CNN reported, citing an Israeli official. ... read..

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..

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