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Nepal: Hundreds gather for mass prayer in mosque to mark Eid-ul-Fitr

Kathmandu | March 31, 2025 12:13:34 PM IST

The courtyards of Nepali Kashmir Jama Mosque in Kathmandu on Monday filled up with the faithful for the festival of Eid-ul-fitr, which marks the end of a month-long Ramzan fasting. ... read..

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa forms transitional govt with diverse cabinet

Damascus | March 31, 2025 12:13:18 PM IST

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has announced the formation of a transitional government, appointing 23 ministers in a diverse new cabinet, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday. ... read..

Operation Brahma: Teams begin rescue ops at U hla thein monastery

Mandalay | March 31, 2025 11:43:08 AM IST

India's National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has begun rescue operations under Operation Brahma at the U hla thein monastery, where around 170 monks are still stuck, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Monday. ... read..

"Tariffs will be more generous than other countries ": US President Trump on the prospect of higher tariffs

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 10:43:16 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) outlined his administration's approach to upcoming tariffs, the auto industry, and the economy, stating that the US would be more generous than other countries. ... read..

"He was never going to be a member of NATO": Trump on Ukraine President Zelenskyy

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 10:13:09 AM IST

US President Donald Trump, on Sunday (local time), addressed Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's intentions regarding the rare earth deal with the US and his aspirations for NATO membership. ... read..

Trump threatens Iran with bombing, tariffs if nuclear deal not reached

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 9:13:15 AM IST

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (local time) threatened Iran with "possible bombing" as well as the imposition of secondary tariffs on the Islamic Republic if they do not comply with the nuclear deal proposed by the US. ... read..

Trump hints at defying constitution with third term bid, says 'not joking'

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 7:13:19 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has set off a firestorm by suggesting he may seek a third term in office, despite the constitutional barriers, CBS News reported. ... read..

Israel cancels independence day fireworks out of respect for war victims

Middle East | March 31, 2025 7:13:17 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Transportation Minister Miri Regev in charge of Independence Day celebrations, announced on Sunday that this year's festivities will not include fireworks, including silent displays, due to the ongoing war a ... read..

Israeli tech saves life in Thailand: First survivor rescued from rubble

Middle East | March 31, 2025 7:13:16 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): After a devastating earthquake struck Thailand over the weekend, Israel dispatched missions on Sunday to assist in the disaster-stricken area and save lives. ... read..

Israel establishes directorate to help Gaza residents emigrate

Middle East | March 31, 2025 7:13:14 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 31 (ANI/TPS): Israel appointed a point man to facilitate Palestinian emigration from Gaza, the Defense Ministry announced on Sunday. ... read..

Trump agrees to meet with comedian Bill Maher at White House, says 'would be interesting'

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 7:13:09 AM IST

US President Donald Trump has accepted a request from his friend, American singer-songwriter Kid Rock, to meet comedian and host Bill Maher at the White House. ... read..

Thousands march in Dallas to protest Trump's immigration policies

Dallas | March 31, 2025 6:43:08 AM IST

A massive crowd marched through downtown Dallas today, protesting President Donald Trump's immigration policies and demanding the release of students who have been detained by immigration officials across the country, as reported by CNN. ... read..

Trump "pissed off" with Putin's actions, says end Ukraine war or face tariffs on Russian oil

Washington, DC | March 31, 2025 6:13:09 AM IST

President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin: cooperate on ending the Ukraine war or face additional tariffs on Russian oil, CNN reported. ... read..

Myanmar earthquake death toll rises to 1,700 as rescuers scramble to find survivors

Naypyidaw | March 31, 2025 4:43:08 AM IST

Rescue efforts are underway in Myanmar after a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the country, killing at least 1,700 people and leaving widespread destruction in its wake. The quake, which was felt as far away as Bangkok and Chinese provinces, h ... read..

Islamabad prepares for Eid-ul-Fitr, deploys over 3,500 police personnel for security

Islamabad | March 31, 2025 2:43:03 AM IST

As Islamabad gears up for the celebration of Eid-ul-Fitr, a large-scale security operation has been launched in the city, with more than 3,500 police officers and personnel deployed to ensure a peaceful and secure festive atmosphere, Ary News reported. ... read..

Hazza bin Zayed performs Eid Al-Fitr prayer, receives well-wishers

Middle East | March 30, 2025 11:43:19 PM IST

Al Ain [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, performed Eid Al-Fitr prayer this morning at the Sheikh Khalifa Grand Mosque in Al Ain Region. ... read..

Ministry of Culture launches 'Reading Ambassadors Initiative'

Middle East | March 30, 2025 11:43:17 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): To mark the conclusion of Reading Month 2025, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) concluded the National Reading Month 2025 with the launch of the Reading Ambassadors Initiative, in collaboration with the Supreme Council for ... read..

Pakistan to begin deporting Afghan nationals, ACC holders after March 31 deadline

Islamabad | March 30, 2025 11:43:10 PM IST

There is now one day remaining in the deadline announced for the eviction of illegal migrants in the country and Afghan Citizen Card (ACC) holders, ARY News. ... read..

Nine injured as mini truck collides with pickup van in Pakistan

Multan | March 30, 2025 11:13:11 PM IST

At least nine people were injured when a mini truck collided with a pickup van near Multan in Pakistan on Sunday morning, ARY News reported. ... read..

Hamad Al Sharqi receives Eid Al-Fitr well-wishers

Asia | March 30, 2025 11:13:07 PM IST

Fujairah [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, received well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr at his palace in Al Rumaila, accompanied by Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Cro ... read..

Nepal court grants 5-day police custody of pro-monarchists arrested after Friday's violence

Kathmandu | March 30, 2025 10:43:23 PM IST

A Nepal court on Sunday granted police permission to detain 42 pro-monarchists, including Rastriya Prajatantra Party (RPP) leaders Rabindra Mishra and Dhawal Shamsher Rana, for five days for further investigation following Friday's violent protest in Kath ... read..

"Can y'all please chill": OpenAI CEO says his team needs "sleep"

Washington DC | March 30, 2025 10:43:05 PM IST

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Sunday jested that netizens must stop generating AI images, as his team was losing on sleep! ... read..

Second earthquake in 24 hours jolts Tonga Islands

Others | March 30, 2025 10:13:10 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 on Richter Scale jolted Tonga Islands on Sunday, with this being a second earthquake in the same day. ... read..

Operation Brahma continues, Indian Navy ships carry 30 tonnes of aid to Myanmar: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi | March 30, 2025 9:43:20 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Sunday that Indian Navy ships INS Karmuk and LCU 52 are en route to Yangon, Myanmar, carrying aid supplies for earthquake-affected regions. ... read..

WHO medical supplies reach hospitals in earthquake-hit areas of Myanmar

New Delhi | March 30, 2025 9:43:08 PM IST

Responding to the immediate health needs of the thousands of people injured in the strong earthquakes that rocked Myanmar, the World Health Organization has provided nearly three tons of medical supplies to hospitals in the worst-hit Nay Pyi Taw and Manda ... read..

Operation Brahma: Indian relief team lands in Myanmar, begins rescue efforts

Mandalay | March 30, 2025 9:13:28 PM IST

The first Relief and Rescue Detachment of 10 personnel landed at Mandalay International Airport, Myanmar, at 5:45 pm MST on Sunday, according to the Indian Army. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 7 jolts Tonga Islands

Others | March 30, 2025 9:13:08 PM IST

An earthquake of 7.0 on the Richter Scale jolted Tonga Islands on Sunday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology said. ... read..

Muhammad Yunus's anti-corruption pledge crumbles amid allegations of power abuse, privilege

Dhaka | March 30, 2025 8:43:08 PM IST

In less than seven months into his tenure, Bangladesh's Chief Advisor, Muhammad Yunus, began to fall short of his lofty promises to prioritise rooting out corruption. This raised serious concerns about his commitment to the anti-corruption cause. ... read..

Op Brahma: India's first relief package lands at Myanmar

Mandalay | March 30, 2025 8:13:09 PM IST

The first Relief and Rescue Detachment of 10 personnel landed at Mandalay International Airport, Myanmar, at 5:45 pm MST on Sunday, according to the Indian Army. ... read..

Indian classical music recital in China's Shanghai draws crowds

Shanghai | March 30, 2025 7:43:19 PM IST

A classical music recital in Shanghai featuring Grammy-winning flautist Rakesh Chaurasia and sitarist Purbayan Chatterjee drew in a "full house audience," which the Indian Embassy said was the "largest ever" for an Indian cultural recital that China's mos ... read..

US, Japan embrace 'warrior ethos' in response to China's threat, says Hegseth

Tokyo | March 30, 2025 7:43:12 PM IST

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasised the strong alliance between the United States and Japan in addressing Chinese aggression in the Taiwan Strait, as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..

India launches Operation Brahma for Myanmar quake relief; Navy ships sail with aid

New Delhi | March 30, 2025 5:43:11 PM IST

India has launched Operation Brahma to assist Myanmar in the wake of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake, with Indian Navy ships carrying relief material sailing for Yangon, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said on Sunday. ... read..

Pak: Balochistan imposes night travel ban on key highways

Balochistan | March 30, 2025 5:13:22 PM IST

The Balochistan government has imposed a night-time travel ban on major highways in several districts, primarily affecting public transport, in response to rising security concerns, Dawn reported. ... read..

BYC condemns abduction, torture of children in Balochistan amid protest

Balochistan | March 30, 2025 4:43:16 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) condemns the alarming actions in Kohlu, Balochistan, where the Pakistani military and law enforcement have been implicated in the illegal abduction, detention, and torture of children. ... read..

Sharjah Ruler receives Eid Al Fitr well-wishers

Middle East | March 30, 2025 4:43:14 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, received well-wishers on Sunday morning at Al Badi' Palace on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr. ... read..

Opposition, ruling party lawmakers squabble in Nepal's lower house following Friday's violent protests

Kathmandu | March 30, 2025 4:13:07 PM IST

Lawmakers from the Opposition and the ruling parties in Nepal's lower house, the House of Representatives, squabbled on Sunday over the issue of monarchy and the deposition of the electricity authority chief. ... read..

UAE participates at 'Global Conference on AI, Security, and Ethics' in Geneva

Europe | March 30, 2025 3:43:28 PM IST

Geneva [Switzerland], March 30 (ANI/WAM): Omran Sharaf, Assistant Foreign Minister for Advanced Science and Technology, participated in the Global Conference on AI, Security, and Ethics, alongside Robin Geiss, Director of the United Nations Institute for ... read..

UAE President, VPs receive messages of congratulations from leaders of Arab, Islamic nations on Eid Al-Fitr

Middle East | March 30, 2025 3:43:26 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received congratulatory messages from the Kings, Emirs, and Presidents of Arab and Islamic nations on the occasion of Eid Al-Fitr. ... read..

South Korea: Authorities confirm full containment of massive wildfires in Gyeongsang provinces

Seoul | March 30, 2025 3:13:23 PM IST

South Korean authorities on Sunday confirmed that the massive wildfires that devastated the North and South Gyeongsang provinces of the country last week have now been fully contained, Yonhap News Agency reported. ... read..

Pakistan finalises plans to detain, deport Afghan migrants as deadline approaches

Islamabad | March 30, 2025 3:13:04 PM IST

The Pakistani government has finalised its plans to detain and deport Afghan citizens as the March 31 deadline for their voluntary return to Afghanistan approaches, Khaama Press reported on Saturday. ... read..

UAE offers humanitarian aid to support Sudanese refugees in Chad

Middle East | March 30, 2025 2:43:03 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates continues to support relief and humanitarian aid efforts for Sudanese refugees in the Republic of Chad, as part of the country's commitment to alleviate the suffering of the most impacted refug ... read..

Ajman Ruler, Crown Prince receive Eid Al-Fitr well-wishers

Middle East | March 30, 2025 2:13:11 PM IST

Ajman [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, accompanied by Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, received well-wishers this mor ... read..

Thailand: Search, rescue operations continue in Bangkok as 30-storey building collapses after Myanmar earthquake

Bangkok | March 30, 2025 1:43:14 PM IST

Search and rescue operations continue outside JJ Mall Chatuchak in Thailand's Bangkok on Sunday following the collapse of a 30-storey under-construction building triggered by a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday. ... read..

Price hike in PoJK: Local leader blames government for inflated costs

Muzaffarabad | March 30, 2025 1:43:13 PM IST

As the holy month of Ramzan continues, residents of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) are struggling with soaring prices on essential goods, making daily survival increasingly difficult. The sharp inflation has placed a heavy burden on ordinary c ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.6 jolts Myanmar

Naypyidaw | March 30, 2025 1:43:11 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.6 jolted Myanmar on Sunday at 12:38 pm (IST), the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..

Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in Rameswaram urge Centre, TN govt to facilitate their return

Rameswaram (Tamil Nadu) | March 30, 2025 1:43:09 PM IST

Struggling with uncertainty and a lack of recognition, Sri Lankan Tamil refugees in India have urged the central and State governments to facilitate their return to Sri Lanka. These individuals, who fled their homeland due to the economic crisis, have bee ... read..

Taiwan condemns China's new reporting system as interference in internal affairs

Taipei | March 30, 2025 1:43:06 PM IST

Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) criticised China for launching a new online reporting system targeting individuals who advocate for "Taiwan independence" and their supporters, calling it a "comprehensive interference in Taiwan's internal affairs", ... read..

Baloch activist urges UN to address human rights violations in Balochistan

Geneva | March 30, 2025 1:13:21 PM IST

Manzoor Baloch, a prominent Baloch activist, delivered a powerful speech urging the council to address the dire human rights violations occurring in Balochistan during the 58th session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva. ... read..

Myanmar Earthquake: Death toll surpasses 1,600 amid ongoing rescue efforts

Naypyidaw | March 30, 2025 12:43:08 PM IST

The official death toll from the 7.7 magnitude powerful earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday has surpassed 1,600, the New York Times reported on Saturday, citing the country's military leaders. ... read..

UAE conducts urgent medical evacuation of 188 injured people, family members from Gaza

Middle East | March 30, 2025 12:13:09 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 30 (ANI/WAM): The 24th evacuation flight has arrived in the United Arab Emirates at dawn on Friday - in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO) - carrying 81 injured people and cancer patients from the Gaza Strip, half ... read..

India deploys specialised HDRA team to earthquake-hit Myanmar under Operation Brahma

Naypyidaw | March 30, 2025 11:43:19 AM IST

As part of India's commitment to Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations, a specialised rescue team from the 50 (I) Para Brigade was deployed to Myanmar under Operation Brahma on Saturday after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the c ... read..

Taiwan receives first long-awaited F-16C/D Block 70 Jets from US

Taipei | March 30, 2025 11:43:09 AM IST

Taiwan on Friday received the first of its long-awaited 66 F-16C/D Block 70 jets from the US during a delivery ceremony held at Lockheed Martin's factory in the US's Greenville, South Carolina, Taipei Times reported on Sunday. ... read..

Pakistan: Kurram tribes reach 8-month peace agreement ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr

Islamabad | March 30, 2025 10:13:11 AM IST

The Warring tribes in the Kurram district of Pakistan have reached an eight-month peace agreement, ARY News reported on Saturday. This agreement marks a significant milestone for peace just before Eid-ul-Fitr 2025. ... read..

"I'm glad you're the President": US citizen Hall thanks Trump after being freed from Taliban

Washington DC | March 30, 2025 9:43:09 AM IST

American citizen Faye Hall, who was recently freed from Taliban captivity, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to US President Donald Trump in a message released on Saturday (local time). ... read..

Items belonging to October 7 victim Menachem Godard located in Gaza, body still missing

Middle East | March 30, 2025 7:13:12 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 30 (ANI/TPS): Israeli forces in Israeli forceslocated and returned items that belonged to the late Menachem Godard (73), who was murdered during the October 7 massacre and his body was taken to the Gaza Strip by terrorists, where ... read..

Israeli Military launches new operation against Gaza terror bases

Middle East | March 30, 2025 7:13:07 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 30 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) said that Saturday afternoon, its forces began ground operations in the Al-Jenina neighborhood of Rafah in Gaza, with the aim of expanding the security zone in the southern Gaza Strip. ... read..

Taiwan records rise in Chinese military activity near its territory

Taipei | March 30, 2025 7:13:06 AM IST

Taiwan detected one sortie of Chinese aircraft and seven Chinese vessels until 6 am (local time) on Sunday, a statement by Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) said. ... read..

Protesters target 277 Tesla locations in US over Elon Musk's government role, demand resignation

Washington, DC | March 30, 2025 6:43:04 AM IST

Protesters across the United States and Europe have gathered outside Tesla dealerships to express their opposition to billionaire Elon Musk's involvement in the US government, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Israel sends rescue team to Thailand after earthquake

Middle East | March 30, 2025 6:43:02 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 30 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu instructed that an Israeli professional rescue and aid team be sent to Thailand to help with the aftermath of the earthquake there. ... read..

American Woman Faye Hall freed from Taliban custody in Afghanistan

Washington, DC | March 30, 2025 6:13:09 AM IST

Faye Hall, an American woman detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan since February, has been released and is reported to be in "good health," CNN reported, citing a source statement. ... read..

Hamas agrees to Egyptian proposal for hostage release, ceasefire

Cairo | March 30, 2025 5:13:10 AM IST

Hamas has accepted a new proposal put forward by Egypt to release five hostages, including American-Israeli Edan Alexander, in exchange for a renewed ceasefire, CNN reported, citing a Hamas source statement. ... read..

Pakistan: Polio virus detected in sewage samples of 15 districts

Islamabad | March 30, 2025 4:13:04 AM IST

A recent environmental testing revealed the presence of Wild Poliovirus Type 1 (WPV1) in sewage samples from 15 districts across Pakistan, ARY News reported. ... read..

Iran's envoy to India voices solidarity with Palestinians, calls resistance "just defense"

New Delhi | March 30, 2025 4:13:01 AM IST

Iran's Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, expressed solidarity and voiced his support for the Palestinian people during a gathering in Delhi. ... read..

Two C-17 aircraft with 60 tonnes of relief material land in Myanmar

New Delhi | March 30, 2025 1:43:05 AM IST

Two C-17 aircraft carrying a 118-member Indian Army Field Hospital Unit, along with 60 tonnes of relief material, have landed in Myanmar as part of India's Operation Brahma after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on Friday. ... read..

Sectoral expert-level engagements under proposed India-US BTA to start virtually in coming weeks

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 11:43:23 PM IST

Representatives of India's Department of Commerce and the Office of the US Trade Representative held meeting in the national capital for four days beginning March 26 as a follow up to the two countries agreeing to expand bilateral trade to reach USD 500 b ... read..

Ukrainian apples in India signify 'strong bilateral trade ties'

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 11:43:16 PM IST

Ukrainian apples arrived in Delhi, signifying strengthening bilateral relations between both countries, Ukraine's Embassy in India said. ... read..

Pak: BNP-M rally faces suicide blast

Mastung | March 29, 2025 11:43:08 PM IST

A suicide blast was reported near the BNP-M rally at Luk Pass, Balochistan, as per ARY News on Saturday. ... read..

"Tribute to India-France friendship," French Embassy shares Ghibli art of PM Modi, Macron

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 11:43:05 PM IST

Hopping on to the Studio Ghibli-style trend that has taken social media by storm, the French Embassy in India shared an AI image of French President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Thailand deploys robotic mules to assist rescue teams in Bangkok

Bangkok | March 29, 2025 11:13:32 PM IST

Thai rescue teams used robotic mules on Saturday in front of JJ Mall Chatuchak, Thailand, where an under-construction building collapsed after an earthquake of 7.7 magnitude on the Richter scale hit Sagaing, Myanmar, yesterday. ... read..

South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas praises India as "massive centre of global growth"

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 29, 2025 10:43:10 PM IST

South Australia Premier Peter Malinauskas praised India as a "massive centre of global growth" with increasing influence on the world economy. ... read..

UN lauds India's efforts in mitigating childhood mortality, stillbirth

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 10:43:07 PM IST

United Nations Inter-agency Group for Child Mortality Estimation (UN IGME) report stated that significant achievement has been highlighted in reduction of childhood mortality and stillbirth in India, a statement said. ... read..

India's NDRF team with aid lands in quake-hit Myanmar

Naypyitaw | March 29, 2025 10:13:15 PM IST

As per the XP Division of the Ministry of External Affairs, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team landed in Naypyitaw on Saturday and was warmly received by officials there. ... read..

Nepal: KMC imposes NRs 793k fine on former King Gyanendra for property damage

Kathmandu | March 29, 2025 9:43:16 PM IST

The Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) on Saturday imposed a fine of Nepali Rupees (NRs) 7,93,000 on former King Gyanendra Shah for the property damage caused by the pro-monarchy protesters on Friday in the Tinkune area of the capital. ... read..

Nepal celebrates "Ghode Jatra", traditional festival observed in Chaitra

Kathmandu | March 29, 2025 9:43:14 PM IST

Nepal on Saturday celebrated "Ghode Jatra", the Horse Racing Day with special ceremony at the Army pavilion in Kathmandu attended by head of state along with other high-level officials. ... read..

India sends medical task force under Operation Brahma to quake-hit Myanmar

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 9:13:05 PM IST

In a swift response to the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday, the Indian Army, under 'Operation Brahma', is deploying a specialised medical task force to provide urgent humanitarian assistance on Saturday, a statement by the Ministry of ... read..

Pakistan: Lahore HC raises alarm over water crisis, proposes 'emergency'

Lahore | March 29, 2025 8:43:25 PM IST

Lahore High Court (LHC) raised alarms about the falling water levels, highlighting that the situation is leading to drought-like conditions. ... read..

"When we say Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, we mean it": MEA on India swiftly responding to devastating earthquake in Myanmar

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 8:13:07 PM IST

India on Saturday underscored its swift response to the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, reaffirming its commitment to being the "first responder," highlighting the meaning of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (the world is one family). ... read..

Balochistan: Protest rally in Panjgur demands justice for Baloch Unity Committee leaders

Panjgur | March 29, 2025 8:13:04 PM IST

Thousands of people took to the streets in Panjgur, protesting against the arrests of Baloch Unity Committee (BYC) leaders, including Mahrang Baloch, Sammi Deen Baloch, Beberg Baloch, Bebo Baloch, and others. ... read..

Trump administration to formally end USAID

Washington DC | March 29, 2025 7:13:05 PM IST

US President Donald Trump's administration is moving to formally end the US Agency for International Development (USAID), notifying the remaining employees they will be terminated and the agency will be merged with the State Department, The Hill reported. ... read..

China spikes military activity around Taiwan

Taipei | March 29, 2025 5:13:21 PM IST

Taiwan detected one sortie of Chinese aircraft, eight Chinese vessels and one official ship until 6 am (local time) on Saturday, a statement by Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence said. ... read..

India sends 40 tonnes of aid to quake-hit Myanmar

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 4:43:23 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday stated that Indian Navy Ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri have headed to Yangon port in Myanmar carrying aid under Operation Brahma. ... read..

US to strengthen military ties with Philippines to counter China's aggression in Indo-Pacific

Manila | March 29, 2025 3:13:23 PM IST

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, during his visit to Manila, said that the United States will strengthen its military partnership with the Philippines to "reinforce deterrence" against "China's aggression" in the Indo-Pacific region, as reported by CNN ... read..

India sends 80-member NDRF team to earthquake-hit Myanmar

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 3:13:13 PM IST

India has sent an 80-member National Disaster Response Force team to earthquake-hit Myanmar under 'Operation Brahma' to assist in the rescue operations. ... read..

PoGB: Tensions rise as protest over Diamer-Bhasha dam enters seventh week

Gilgit | March 29, 2025 3:13:05 PM IST

The sit-in by those affected by the Diamer-Bhasha Dam entered its 42nd day on Friday, with no agreement reached between the Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) government and other stakeholders, as reported by the Dawn. ... read..

PM Modi speaks to Myanmar military junta chief, offers condolences and assistance

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 2:44:20 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Myanmar military junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, and offered condolences on the loss of lives in the earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday. He expressed India's readiness to stand in solidarity with the people ... read..

Baloch activist demands global action against human rights violations in Balochistan

Geneva | March 29, 2025 2:44:02 PM IST

Baloch activist Mahan Baloch delivered a powerful intervention that shed light on the ongoing human rights violations in Balochistan during the 58th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council and urged for global intervention against Baloch genoci ... read..

Uyghur rapper imprisoned in China for writing lyrics deemed to "promote extremism"

Beijing | March 29, 2025 2:13:35 PM IST

A young Uyghur rapper and singer-songwriter, has not been seen since his arrest 20 months back in China and serving a three-year sentence for writing lyrics deemed to "promote extremism", Radio Free Asia reported, citing the Chinese rights advocacy group ... read..

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch denied in-person family visit, sister calls for justice

Balochistan | March 29, 2025 1:43:09 PM IST

Nadia Baloch, the sister of prominent Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch, has revealed disturbing details about the treatment of her sister in prison. Speaking out against the violations of her sister's rights, Nadia Baloch shared the harrowing experience of ... read..

UKPNP leader Jamil Maqsood urges UNHRC to probe human rights violations in PoJK, PoGB

Geneva | March 29, 2025 1:13:13 PM IST

The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) witnessed a strong intervention from Jamil Maqsood, the President of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP), during the General Debate under Agenda Item 4 at its ... read..

Chinese airlines to operate Chittagong-Kunming flights

Dhaka | March 29, 2025 1:13:07 PM IST

China Eastern Airlines has planned to operate flights from Bangladesh's port city of Chittagong to Kunming to help people from the country's east to take treatment in hospitals in the southern Chinese city, officials said on Saturday. ... read..

MEA Secretary inaugurates revamped digitization project of MEA's Archives and Records Management Division

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 12:43:41 PM IST

Secretary (East), Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Jaideep Mazumdar, inaugurated the revamped digitization project of MEA Archives by the Archives and Records Management Division of MEA on Friday. ... read..

India hands over first tranche of relief material to Myanmar

Yangon | March 29, 2025 12:43:32 PM IST

India handed over the relief material to Myanmar on Saturday following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on Friday. India's Ambassador to Myanmar, Abhay Thakur, handed over relief material to Yangon's Chief Minister, U Soe Thein. ... read..

Nepal's former PM Dahal accuses former King of inciting violence, urges govt to take actions

By Binod Adhikari Kathmandu | March 29, 2025 12:13:26 PM IST

Nepal's former Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has accused former King Gyanendra Shah of inciting violence on Friday, which claimed lives of two people. He urged government to take actions against the former monarchy. ... read..

"Many aspects of Hinduism misrepresented, portrayed negatively": Indian-American student on Hindu religion course offered by Houston University

Washington, DC | March 29, 2025 12:13:20 PM IST

Indian-American student and activist Vasant Bhatt has said that many aspects of Hinduism were "misinterpreted and portrayed negatively" in the Hindu Religion Course offered by Houston University. He said that the course heavily emphasised that Hinduism is ... read..

Nepal authorities arrest 51 people including top monarchist leaders; pro-king activities to be curbed

Kathmandu | March 29, 2025 11:13:17 AM IST

The Nepal police arrested a total of 51 people, including the senior vice-chairman of the Rastriya Prajatantra Party Rabindra Mishra, General Secretary Dhawal Sumsher Rana, pro-monarchy activists like Swagat Nepal, Shepherd Limbu and Santosh Tamang as wel ... read..

Indian tourists return to Delhi from Bangkok after earthquake; recount harrowing experiences

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 10:43:26 AM IST

Following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake which was felt across Myanmar, Thailand, China, and Vietnam, Indian tourists in Bangkok returned safely to New Delhi Airport on Saturday and recounted the difficulty they faced in trying to return home. ... read..

Death toll from 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar rises to 674, with 1670 injured

Naypyidaw | March 29, 2025 10:13:18 AM IST

The Death toll from the magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar has jumped to 694, and 1670 people have been injured, the country's military junta said on Saturday, CNN reported. The figures were only for the Mandalay region in the center of the country, and ... read..

India's launches 'Operation Brahma' for Myanmar, first tranche of relief material reaches Yangon

New Delhi | March 29, 2025 10:13:04 AM IST

India has launched 'Operation Brahma' to support earthquake-impacted Myanmar. Indian Air Force C-130 J aircraft carrying approximately 15 tonnes of relief material, including tents, blankets, sleeping bags, food packets, hygiene kits, generators, and esse ... read..

Under construction building collapses in front of JJ Mall in Bangkok after earthquake

Bangkok | March 29, 2025 9:43:31 AM IST

Under contruction building collapsed in front of JJ Mall in Chatuchak market in Thailand's capital, Bangkok, as an earthquake of 7.7 magnitude, which occurred in Myanmar's Mandalay, was felt across Thailand, China and Vietnam. ... read..

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