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US: New York Capitol hit by cyberattack, budget deal delayed
New York | April 18, 2024 11:58:36 AM IST
The computer infrastructure of the New York State Legislature appeared to be the target of an alleged cyberattack overnight on Tuesday, delaying the already weeks-overdue state budget negotiations, reported The Hill. ... read..


Pakistan: Arrest warrant issued against Gilgit-Baltistan's former CM in fake degree case
Gilgit-Baltistan | April 18, 2024 10:58:46 AM IST
A senior Civil Judge has issued an arrest warrant for Khalid Khurshid Khan, the former chief minister (CM) of Gilgit-Baltistan in a fake degree case, according to ARY News. ... read..


US, China keenly await outcome of Solomon Islands polls
Honiara | April 18, 2024 10:58:33 AM IST
As voters cast their ballots for parliamentary elections on Wednesday, the first since the incumbent Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare signed a 'security pact' with China in 2022, the United States and China are keeping a close watch. ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan condemns alleged law violations in Bahawalnagar, says "law of jungle" prevailing in country
Islamabad | April 18, 2024 10:58:31 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan has strongly criticized the recent events in Bahawalnagar, alleging that powerful individuals not only violated the law but also sought impunity, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


Pakistan Election Commission hands over 6.23 million ballot papers to returning officers for by-elections
Islamabad | April 18, 2024 8:58:06 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) handed over 6.23 million ballot papers to concerned returning officers (ROs) for by-elections in 21 constituencies, ARY News reported, citing sources. ... read..


At least 17 people killed in Russian missile attack in Chernihiv, says Ukraine
Kyiv | April 18, 2024 7:58:18 AM IST
Amid the ongoing conflict between Kyiv and Moscow, at least 17 people were killed and several others were injured after three Russian missiles hit a busy downtown district of Chernihiv in Ukraine just before noon on Wednesday (local time), The New York Ti ... read..


UAE and Costa Rican Presidents witness signing of UAE-Costa Rica Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Middle East | April 18, 2024 6:58:14 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 18 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and Rodrigo Chaves Robles, President of Costa Rica, have witnessed the signing of the UAE-Costa Rica Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) during a virtua ... read..


Pakistan: PPP nominates Sherry Rehman as its parliamentary leader in Senate
Islamabad | April 18, 2024 6:58:08 AM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) has nominated Senator Sherry Rehman as its parliamentary leader in Pakistan's Senate, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gillani congratulated Senator Rehman on being nominated for the post. ... read..


US continues to stress importance of de-escalation amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel
Washington, DC | April 18, 2024 6:58:04 AM IST
As tensions between Israel and Iran escalate, the US emphasises the importance of avoiding further escalation and collaborating with regional and global partners to formulate a "unified diplomatic" response to Iran's "reckless and irresponsible behaviour, ... read..


Netanyahu tells European Foreign Ministers no famine in Gaza
Middle East | April 18, 2024 5:59:21 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 18 (ANI/TPS): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday met at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem with British Foreign Secretary David Cameron and German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock. ... read..


US: Biden offers support to Johnson's bill for Israel and Ukraine, calls for vote this week
Washington, DC | April 18, 2024 4:58:28 AM IST
US President Joe Biden has offered support to US House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal for three separate bills providing US aid to Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific, The Hill reported. ... read..


Biden says he'll urge US trade representative to consider tripling of tariffs on steel, aluminium imports from China
Washington, DC | April 18, 2024 4:58:24 AM IST
US President Joe Biden said on Wednesday that he would urge US Trade Representative Katherine Tai to consider tripling the tariff rates for steel and aluminium imports from China if the investigation into the Chinese government's trade practices confirms ... read..


"Support reforms to UN institutions": US on Musk's remarks on India's permanent UNSC seat
Washington, DC | April 18, 2024 3:59:05 AM IST
The US has offered support for reforms to United Nations institutions, including the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said in a press briefing on Wednesday. ... read..


11 injured as rocket strikes Israeli Community Center
Middle East | April 18, 2024 3:59:01 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 18 (ANI/TPS): Eleven people were injured when a rocket fired by Hezbollah directly hit a community center in the Bedouin village of Arab al-Aramshe in Israel's Western Galilee region on Wednesday. ... read..


Pakistan: Kissan Ittehad to hold protest over low wheat support prices on April 19
Islamabad | April 18, 2024 3:59:00 AM IST
Kissan Ittehad chairman Khalid Hussain Bath said on Wednesday that the farmers will stage a sit-in in Pakistan over low wheat support prices on April 19, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


Israel will make its own decision to defend itself, says Benjamin Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | April 18, 2024 2:58:49 AM IST
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed at a cabinet meeting that Israel will make its own decisions and do whatever is necessary to protect itself, even if it contradicts the advice given by its allies, as reported by The Times of Israel. ... read..


Death toll from floods in Afghanistan rises to 66: Taliban-led ministry
Kabul | April 18, 2024 2:58:45 AM IST
The Taliban-led Ministry of State for Natural Disaster Management in Afghanistan has confirmed that the death toll in the recent floods has gone up to 66, the Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Australian woman charged with vandalising pro-Palestinian posters in Kochi
Ernakulam (Kerala) | April 18, 2024 12:29:27 AM IST
A Jewish Australian woman, travelling to Kerala, was charged with vandalising pro-Palestinian posters in the Jangar area of Fort Kochi, Ernakulam, on Wednesday. ... read..


Australian woman arrested for vandalising pro-Palestinian posters in Kochi
Ernakulam (Kerala) | April 18, 2024 12:29:10 AM IST
A Jewish Australian woman, travelling to Kerala, was arrested for vandalising pro-Palestinian posters in the Jangar area of Fort Kochi, Ernakulam, on Wednesday. ... read..


PoK: Conflict arises between traders, local administration in GB over advertisement boards
Gilgit Baltistan | April 17, 2024 11:29:34 PM IST
The local businessmen in Pakistan and the local administration conflicted in the Jatial city of Gilgit Baltistan because of the city's action against private advertisement boards. ... read..


UAE: Jebel Ali Port operations continue normally, says DP World
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:29:08 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): DP World affirmed that port operations are continuing normally at Jebel Ali despite the recent adverse weather conditions, and all terminals and gates remain open. ... read..


UAE: MoI announces end of weather fluctuations, efforts continue to complete recovery phase
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:29:04 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Interior (MoI), in collaboration with the National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority, the National Centre of Meteorology, and strategic partners, has announced the end of the weather f ... read..


Abu Dhabi to host Annual Investment Meeting 2024 on May 7
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:29:01 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): The AIM (Annual Investment Meeting) Congress 2024, the premier global investment platform, is set to convene in Abu Dhabi from May 7-9, 2024, under the theme "Adapting to a Shifting Investment Landscape: Harnessing New ... read..


Pakistan: Sindh Chief Minister inducts 8 more ministers into cabinet
Sindh | April 17, 2024 11:28:55 PM IST
The Chief Minister of Sindh province in Pakistan, Syed Murad Ali Shah inducted eight more ministers into his cabinet, ARY News reported. ... read..


Ancient skeletons unearthed in France disclose Italian Mafia-style killings
Paris | April 17, 2024 11:29:10 PM IST
Over 5,500 years ago, two women were tied up and probably buried alive in a ritual sacrifice in France using a form of torture associated today with the Italian Mafia, an analysis of skeletons discovered at an archaeological site showed, according to CNN. ... read..


UAE: AD Ports Group to establish Youth Council
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:28:52 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global facilitator of logistics, industry, and trade, has announced the establishment of its "Youth Council" in coordination with the Federal Youth Authority. This is in line wi ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 strikes Japan's Nagasaki
Nagasaki | April 17, 2024 11:28:41 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck the Nagasaki city of Japan on Wednesday evening, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


UAE MoEI, Japan Cooperation Centre for Middle East explore developments in water desalination at WFES 2024
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:28:39 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): On the sidelines of the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) 2024, the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI), in collaboration with the Japan Cooperation Centre for the Middle East, organised a joint session to exp ... read..


UAE: Etihad Cargo sees 37 per cent increase in pharmaceutical, healthcare shipments
Middle East | April 17, 2024 11:28:32 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, announced its celebration of its ten-year strategic partnership with Envirotainer, a global market leader in secure cold chain solutions for the air transpor ... read..


Indian envoy calls on Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov, discusses regional, global issues
Moscow | April 17, 2024 9:29:35 PM IST
Indian envoy to Russia, Vinay Kumar on Wednesday called on Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and discussed regional and global issues. ... read..


Independent journalists face pressure and harassment in China: Report
Beijing | April 17, 2024 9:29:33 PM IST
The Foreign Correspondents Club of China (FCCC) released its latest 13-page report on working conditions for independent reporters and journalists titled "Masks Off, Barriers Remain" and described that interruptions and difficulties in the media persist ... read..


India envoy Adarsh Swaika praises Kuwait's Dy PM for his "expatriate-friendly measures"
Kuwait City | April 17, 2024 9:29:22 PM IST
The Indian ambassador to Kuwait, Adarsh Swaika, called on the Kuwait Deputy Prime Minister, Sheikh Fahad Yousef Saud Al-Sabah, on Wednesday and lauded his expatriate-friendly measures instituted during his tenure and apprised him of developments in the In ... read..


Pak: Sindh HC orders Interior Ministry to revoke directives regarding suspension of X within a week
Islamabad | April 17, 2024 9:29:02 PM IST
The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Wednesday directed the Pakistan Interior Ministry to revoke its letter regarding suspension of social media 'X' within one week, reported The News International. ... read..


Ukrainian frontline may collapse this summer: Report
Kyiv | April 17, 2024 9:28:49 PM IST
The Ukrainian frontline, which has been held by the country for several months in the special military operation zone, is expected to collapse this summer, TASS reported, citing Politico newspaper. ... read..


Lahore HC sets aside victory notifications of two Nawaz Sharif's party leaders
Islamabad | April 17, 2024 7:28:23 PM IST
The ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) on Tuesday lost two of its National Assembly seats after separate benches of the Lahore High Court (LHC) set aside the victory notifications of its lawmakers elected from Gujranwala and Lodhran, Dawn reporte ... read..


Ukraine could not thwart Russian airstrike on power plant as it ran out of missiles: Zelenskyy
Kyiv | April 17, 2024 7:27:51 PM IST
Ukraine could not thwart a Russian airstrike on its biggest power plant in Kyiv region as it ran out of missiles, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, CNN reported. ... read..


Baloch human rights organisation condemns enforced disappearances in Pakistan
Quetta | April 17, 2024 6:29:25 PM IST
A Baloch rights organisation, PAANK, raised concerns on Wednesday over another incident of enforced disappearance in Balochistan, marking the third incident within seven days, allegedly orchestrated by Pakistan's Defence forces. ... read..


Iran's President warns Israel that next retaliatory operation will not be limited
Tehran | April 17, 2024 6:29:14 PM IST
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi said on Wednesday that if Israel makes the slightest act of aggression on Iran's soil, it will be dealt a powerful and fierce blow. ... read..


Pakistan Interior Ministry says, ban on 'X' to 'address concerns regarding its misuse'
Islamabad | April 17, 2024 6:29:03 PM IST
The Pakistan Interior Ministry on Wednesday told the Islamabad High Court (IHC) that the disruption of social media platform 'X' in the country is to address the concerns of its misuse, Dawn reported. ... read..


Indian envoy to Ukraine visits Ivano-Frankivsk city, meets governor
Kyiv | April 17, 2024 6:28:39 PM IST
The Indian ambassador to Ukraine, Harsh Jain, paid a visit to Ivano-Frankivsk on Tuesday and met with governor Svitlana Onyshchuk as well as members of the Indian diaspora in the city. ... read..


US Defence Secretary holds talks with Chinese counterpart, first since 2022
US | April 17, 2024 4:29:56 PM IST
Washington [US], April 17 (ANI) United States Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and and his Chinese counterpart Dong Jun held talks in nearly 18 months and discussed US-China defence relations and regional and global security issues, the Pentagon said. ... read..


Israeli airstrikes hit 40 Hamas targets in central Gaza
Middle East | April 17, 2024 4:29:52 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 17 (ANI/TPS): Israeli forces in central Gaza destroyed rocket launchers and Hamas terror infrastructure, while also eliminating terrorists, the Israel Defence Forces said on Wednesday morning. ... read..


Ecuador declares energy emergency as El Nino-fueled drought hits region
Guayaquil | April 17, 2024 4:29:26 PM IST
Ecuador has been plunged into an energy emergency as a severe regional drought exacerbated by the El Nino weather phenomenon has forced Colombia to halt the export of electricity to its neighbour, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Dubai Airports issues travel advisory, Emirates Airlines suspends travel procedures from Dubai until midnight April 18
Middle East | April 17, 2024 4:29:20 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): Dubai International (DXB) is advising passengers not to come to the airport, unless absolutely necessary due to the unprecedented weather conditions in the country. ... read..


Pakistan's anti-corruption agency clears Nawaz Sharif in Toshakhana vehicle case
Karachi | April 17, 2024 4:28:36 PM IST
The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has granted a clean chit to former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in the Toshakhana vehicle reference, Dawn reported. ... read..


Iran's appearance of power a mirage after failed attack, says Saudi analyst
Middle East | April 17, 2024 4:28:24 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 17 (ANI/TPS): After attacking Israel directly for the first time and failing in such a high-profile way, Iran must prove to the Arab world that its appearance of power is no mirage, a prominent Saudi commentator said. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to stage sit-in for Imran Khan's release
Islamabad | April 17, 2024 1:29:38 PM IST
A prominent leader of Imran Khan's Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Sher Afzal Marwat, has announced the party's intention to hold a sit-in demanding the release of its founder from jail, ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Karachi police chief replaced amid surge in street crimes
Karachi | April 17, 2024 1:29:32 PM IST
The Sindh government has opted to replace Karachi's police chief in response to a notable uptick in street crimes within the city, as per reports by ARY News, citing sources. ... read..


India-Uzbekistan defence collaboration: General Manoj Pande inaugurates state-of-the-art IT lab
Tashkent | April 17, 2024 1:28:52 PM IST
In a significant step forward in strengthening bilateral ties between India and Uzbekistan, General Manoj Pande, the Chief of the Army Staff, inaugurated a high-tech IT Laboratory at the Uzbek Academy of Armed Forces ... read..


Putin urges restraint in call with Raisi amid Iran-Israel escalating tensions
Moscow | April 17, 2024 1:28:50 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for restraint amid escalating tensions following Iran's weekend drone and missile attack on Israel, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Pak: 4 more die in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain-related deaths rise to 25
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | April 17, 2024 11:29:56 AM IST
Rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) have claimed the lives of four more individuals, bringing the death toll to 25 in the province, Dawn reported, citing officials. ... read..


Whistleblower alleges UN cover-up of special favours for China, ahead of UK's foreign affairs committee inquiry
London | April 17, 2024 11:29:54 AM IST
In a significant revelation, former Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) employee Emma Reilly has levelled serious accusations against the United Nations, alleging a disturbing nexus between the OHCHR and the Chinese government. ... read..


Day-2 of Trump's New York hush-money trial sees seven jurors selected
New York | April 17, 2024 11:29:36 AM IST
A swift pace of jury selection marked the second day of former President Donald Trump's trial in New York, with seven jurors seated, bringing anticipation for the trial's progression, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


13 killed, several injured after strike at Al-Maghazi refugee camp in Gaza
Gaza City | April 17, 2024 8:28:48 AM IST
At least 13 people, including seven children, were killed and over 25 others were injured after a strike targeted an Al-Maghazi refugee camp in central Gaza on Tuesday, CNN reported, citing Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital officials. ... read..


US to impose new sanctions against Iran after attack on Israel
Washington, DC | April 17, 2024 7:28:27 AM IST
White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has said that the US will impose new sanctions on Iran's missile and drone programmes and new sanctions against entities backing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iran's Defence Ministry i ... read..


IMD delegation participates in WMO event in Switzerland's Geneva
Geneva | April 17, 2024 7:28:25 AM IST
A delegation from the Indian Meteorological Department participated at an event organised by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Commission for Observation, Infrastructure, and Information Systems (INFCOM-3) in Geneva, Switzerland, on Tuesday. ... read..


Abdullah bin Zayed, Hungarian FM discuss fallout of growing regional tensions
Middle East | April 17, 2024 7:28:23 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 17 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed with Peter Szijjarto, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Hungary, recent developments in the region and their fallout on regional ... read..


Rishi Sunak speaks to Benjamin Netanyahu, reiterates UK's support for Israel's security
London | April 17, 2024 6:28:53 AM IST
United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak held a telephonic conversation with his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, on Tuesday and reiterated the UK's support for Israel's security after Iran's attack over the weekend. The UK PM noted that further ... read..


India's tariff removal on several US products benefiting farmers: Katherine Tai
Washington, DC | April 17, 2024 6:28:51 AM IST
US Trade Representative Katherine Tai said on Tuesday that India's decision to remove retaliatory tariffs on several US products has improved access to chickpeas, lentils, almonds, walnuts, and apples and is benefiting farmers across the country. ... read..


Germany: Indian envoy visits Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research, German Biomass Research Centre
Berlin | April 17, 2024 5:30:22 AM IST
India's Ambassador to Germany, Harish Parvathaneni, visited the Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research and the German Biomass Research Centre on Tuesday. ... read..


India to remain global growth driver in foreseeable future: IMF Executive Director
Washington, DC | April 17, 2024 8:28:46 AM IST
Krishnamurthy V Subramaniam, the Executive Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), said on Tuesday that India will continue to be a driver for global growth in the foreseeable future. ... read..


"Don't support standalone bill that only funds Israel": White House urges inclusion of Ukraine aid
Washington, DC | April 17, 2024 4:28:27 AM IST
White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby has expressed the Biden administration's opposition to a standalone Israel aid bill without aid to Ukraine. ... read..


We 'encourage' India, Pakistan to avoid escalation: US responds to PM Modi's remarks on killing terrorists
Washington, DC | April 17, 2024 3:28:38 AM IST
The US has encouraged India and Pakistan to avoid escalation and find a resolution through dialogue, US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said on Tuesday (local time). ... read..


Brazilian envoy pays courtesy call to Gujarat CM; discusses cooperation in automotive, energy sectors
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | April 17, 2024 12:28:51 AM IST
Brazil ambassador to India, Kenneth H Met Da Nobrega met Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday and expressed interest in advancing cooperation with Gujarat in the automotive, energy, and agriculture sectors. ... read..


22 students fall unconscious after inhaling generator's fumes in Karachi school
Karachi | April 16, 2024 11:29:28 PM IST
22 students fell unconscious after inhaling fumes emitted by a generator at a school in Karachi, reported ARY News on Tuesday, with police confirming the incident. ... read..


Human Rights Commission of Pakistan demands "Right to Health" as fundamental right
Lahore | April 16, 2024 11:29:20 PM IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) on Tuesday, in their manifesto, demanded the "Rights to Health" be recognised as a fundamental right in Pakistan, the HRCP said in a report. ... read..


Chinese runner's victory in Beijing Half Marathon sparks probe
Asia | April 16, 2024 11:29:14 PM IST
The victory of Chinese runner He Jie in the Beijing Half Marathon on Sunday has sparked controversy, with his win being questioned after African runners appeared to deliberately slow down to let him cross the finish line first, CNN reported. ... read..


India to test 130 km strike range Astra Mark-2 missile this year
Asia | April 16, 2024 11:29:30 PM IST
New Delhi [India], April 16 (ANI) In a major capability boost for the Air Force's fighter fleet, India is planning to carry out the first test of the 120-130 km strike range Astra Mark 2 air-to-air missile in next few months. ... read..


"We love our Indian brothers and sisters": Israeli Embassy on claims of Indian YouTuber denied entry into its nightclubs
New Delhi | April 16, 2024 11:28:34 PM IST
The Israeli Embassy on Tuesday hit back at the hate speech against Indians and urged people to fact-check before falling for any fake news and propoganda, as incidents of hate speech are on the rise after the conflict in the Gaza Strip and Iran-Israel ten ... read..


Pak police brutality: Woman passenger in train assaulted; bystanders watch in silence
Karachi | April 16, 2024 11:28:20 PM IST
A policeman brutally beating a woman identified as Maryam Bibi and her two children from Jaranwala on the Millat Express has taken centre stage in Pakistan and has exposed police brutality in Pakistan. ... read..


20 decomposed bodies found in boat off coast of Brazil
Brasilia | April 16, 2024 9:29:37 PM IST
At least 20 severely decomposed bodies have been found in a boat off the coast of northeastern Brazil, CNN reported, citing officials. ... read..


Abu Dhabi: EAD expands its native tree-tagging programme
Middle East | April 16, 2024 9:29:32 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 16 (ANI/WAM): The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has announced the expansion of its native tree-tagging programme to encompass all naturally occurring native trees in Abu Dhabi's wild habitats and natural reserves. ... read..


Pak: Oil tanker owners halt fuel supply, demand fair treatment
Rawalpindi | April 16, 2024 9:29:28 PM IST
Oil tanker owners have halted oil supply to press for the fulfilment of their demands and staged a protest outside the Pakistan State Oil (PSO) terminal, ARY News reported. ... read..


Year of civil war in Sudan: Millions starving; faces humanitarian crisis
Khartoum | April 16, 2024 9:29:11 PM IST
As Sudan marks the one-year anniversary of the civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF), aid agencies have warned that the country is on the verge of collapse and facing an unprecedented human ... read..


Pakistan delegation to appeal for new multi-billion-dollar agreement with IMF during Washington visit
Islamabad | April 16, 2024 8:31:23 PM IST
Pakistan has initiated discussions with the global lender, International Monetary Fund (IMF), over a new multi-billion-dollar agreement to support its economic reform programme, stressing that the country will at least be appealing for a three-year progra ... read..


Heavy rains lash UAE, authorites issue 'unsettled weather' warning
Middle East | April 16, 2024 8:31:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 16 (ANI) Authorities in the United Arab Emirates have urged residents to stay at home after large parts of the region was lashed by torrential rain, hail and thunderstorms on Tuesday. schools have shifted to online classes and gover ... read..


"Action against Iran's interests will be met with painful response": President Ebrahim Raisi
Tehran | April 16, 2024 8:31:09 PM IST
Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi, during a phone call with Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim ibn Hamad Al Thani, issued a stern warning, emphasising that any action against Iran's interests will be met with a severe and extensive response against all those involv ... read..


Human Rights Watch criticises Pakistan for forceful eviction of farmers for infra projects
New York | April 16, 2024 8:31:02 PM IST
Human Rights Watch has condemned Pakistan's eviction of thousands of farmers for a plan to build the 'world's largest riverfront city' near the city of Lahore. ... read..


Dubai International named world's busiest international airport for 10th consecutive year
Middle East | April 16, 2024 8:30:40 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 16 (ANI/WAM): The Airports Council International (ACI) today unveiled the highly anticipated preliminary top 10 busiest airports worldwide for 2023, showcasing significant shifts driven by the resurgence of international air travel, whe ... read..


Mansour bin Zayed attends annual festival for purebred Arabian camel racing
Middle East | April 16, 2024 8:30:38 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], April 16 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, attended the competitions of the Festival for Purebred Arabian Camel Racing, where the participants have vie ... read..


Pakistan: ATC issues arrest warrant against PTI activist Khadija Shah in Askari Tower attack case
Lahore | April 16, 2024 8:30:34 PM IST
The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) on Tuesday issued an arrest warrant against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist Khadija Shah in the Askari Tower attack case, following the cancellation of a warrant in the Jinnah House attack case, ARY News reported. ... read..


Families of abducted Baloch individuals block Quetta Karachi highway in Pakistan
Quetta | April 16, 2024 8:30:14 PM IST
The families of forcibly abducted Baloch individuals blocked the Quetta-Karachi highway near the Mastung district of Balochistan on Tuesday, demanding the safe return of their loved ones, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) stated. ... read..


Indian Navy's INS Talwar seizes 940 kgs of narcotics in operation Crimson Barracuda
New Delhi | April 16, 2024 8:29:43 PM IST
Indian Naval warship INS Talwa intercepted a suspicious dhow on Monday and apprehended 940 Kg narcotics from it. ... read..


Indians travelling to South America transiting via Istanbul airport will now require "Electronic Airport Transit Visa"
Ankara | April 16, 2024 8:29:29 PM IST
The Turkish Embassy in New Delhi announced that Turkish authorities will now require the "Electronic Airport Transit Visa" (e-ATV) for Indian and Nepalese passport holders travelling to Mexico, Panama, Colombia and Venezuela, transiting via the Istanbul A ... read..


Devastating flash floods wreak havoc across Balochistan
Balochistan | April 16, 2024 8:29:27 PM IST
Balochistan finds itself in the grip of a relentless onslaught of devastating flash floods and unyielding rainfall, as reported by ARY News on Tuesday. ... read..


Pakistan: Islamabad HC disposes of Bushra Bibi's plea seeking transfer from Bani Gala sub-jail to Adiala Jail
Islamabad | April 16, 2024 5:28:33 PM IST
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday disposed of a petition filed by Pakistan's former first lady, Bushra Bibi, seeking her transfer from Bani Gala sub-jail to Adiala Jail, Dawn reported. ... read..


Denmark's old stock exchange engulfed in massive fire, no injuries reported so far
Copenhagen | April 16, 2024 4:28:57 PM IST
A massive fire ripped through the old stock exchange of Denmark on Tuesday morning, with plumes of smoke billowing through the historic building of the Scandinavian country, reported CNN. ... read..


Israeli military confirms two arabs killed after attack on Jewish shephard
Middle East | April 16, 2024 4:28:39 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], April 16 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) confirmed that after a Palestinian suspect attacked a Jewish shepherd in the area of Gitit, a town in the Jordan Valley region, leading to a "violent confrontation" between Palestinian ... read..


Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi 'demands' medical checkup of own choice claims of heartburn, aches in throat
Islamabad | April 16, 2024 3:30:27 PM IST
Former First Lady of Pakistan, Bushra Bibi, filed a petition before the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday and appealed to the court for a check-up and medical tests from Shaukat Khanum Hospital or any other private hospital of her choice to examine if ... read..


Fourth body recovered from Baltimore Bridge collapse site
Maryland | April 16, 2024 3:30:19 PM IST
The authorities announced on Monday that they had recovered the body of a fourth person killed in last month's Baltimore Bridge collapse from the scene, The Hill reported. ... read..


India calls for inclusive framework, decisive action on UN Security Council reform
New York | April 16, 2024 3:30:13 PM IST
India on Tuesday called for decisive action on Security Council reform, championing an inclusive framework that truly represents the dynamic global landscape of today. ... read..


Pakistan: Balochistan Counter Terrorism Department files FIR in Noshki attack
Quetta | April 16, 2024 3:29:44 PM IST
Balochistan Police's Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) has filed the FIR regarding the Noshki attack, in which nine men from Punjab were fatally shot after being forced off a bus, Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: PTI, JUI-F 'agree on increasing contacts' amid calls for movement against poll rigging
Islamabad | April 16, 2024 3:29:30 PM IST
The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), led by Maulana Fazl, and Imran Khan-founded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), have "agreed on increasing party-level contacts" as the former pulled up for starting a nationwide movement against election rigging, accord ... read..


Taiwan detects 11 Chinese military aircraft, 8 naval ships in its waters
Taipei | April 16, 2024 3:29:21 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has announced that it has detected 11 Chinese military aircraft and eight naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Monday and 6 am on Tuesday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


At least 17 killed in flash floods triggered by heavy rains in Oman
Muscat | April 16, 2024 3:29:13 PM IST
At least 17 people have been killed in flash floods triggered by heavy downpour across Oman since Sunday, CNN reported, citing the country's National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) reports. ... read..


Australia: Stabbing of bishop at Sydney church a 'terrorist act,' says police
Sydney | April 16, 2024 3:28:36 PM IST
Just two days after a mass stabbing in a crowded shopping mall rocked the Australian metropolis, police reported that a bishop and a priest were stabbed in an alleged "terrorist act" in a Sydney cathedral, sparking a riot on Monday, according to CNN. ... read..


Singapore announces Lawrence Wong to take over as Prime Minister on May 15
Asia | April 16, 2024 3:28:30 PM IST
Singapore has announced that Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will take over as the country's next Prime Minister on May 15, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


Bramha Kumar appointed as India's next Ambassador to Zimbabwe
New Delhi | April 16, 2024 3:28:22 PM IST
Bramha Kumar has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Zimbabwe, the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..


Kazakhstan: President Tokayev signs laws aimed at protecting the rights of women, safety of children
Astana | April 16, 2024 3:28:10 PM IST
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has enacted the laws of Kazakhstan "On Amendments and Additions to Certain Legislative Acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan Regarding the Protection of Women's Rights and Children's Safety, " the Embassy of Kazakhstan said in ... read..


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