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Gilgit Baltistan CM seeks federal cooperation to address unemployment, underdevelopment in Diamer

Gilgit Baltistan | April 15, 2024 10:59:01 PM IST

Gilgit Baltistan Chief Minister Haji Gulbar Khan held a press conference in the Chilas district of Gilgit Baltistan to address the issues and problems faced by the people in the region, the Gilgit Baltistan local news channel, Pamir Times reported. ... read..

Sydney mass stabbing: Chinese woman killed in Bondi Junction Westfield

Beijing | April 15, 2024 10:58:59 PM IST

A Chinese woman is among five females who died after a 40-year-old man brutally stabbed people at a busy shopping centre in Sydney's beach suburb of Bondi, Hong Kong based publication, The Standard reported. ... read..

"Time to de-escalate war between Iran and Israel": German envoy Ackermann

By Tanya Chugh

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 10:58:49 PM IST

The German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, highlighted his country's stand on Iran's attack on Israel on Monday, stressing that their stand is clear and now is the time to de-escalate the war and bring the tensions down. ... read..

Sydney Bondi junction shooting offender "suffered from mental health", police say

Sydney | April 15, 2024 10:58:46 PM IST

The offender of the Bondi Junction Westfield, who went on a shooting and stabbing spree, was not linked to terrorism or any particular ideology, however, he "suffered from mental health," The Sydney Morning Herald, reported, citing the police. ... read..

UK's Interpol candidate visit India, discusses future of international crime-fighting

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 10:58:40 PM IST

Stephen Kavanagh, a British police officer and the current Executive Director of Policing Services at INTERPOL, arrived in the national capital on Monday for high-level meetings and to discuss the future of international crime-fighting with the government ... read..

UAE: Sharjah Ruler inaugurates Wasit Nursery

Middle East | April 15, 2024 9:59:13 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, underscored the importance of the ongoing work to establish more nurseries in the second phase of this transformative educational project. ... read..

Annual conference of Middle East Academy of Otolaryngology to begin from April 19

Middle East | April 15, 2024 9:59:11 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): Dubai will host the 19th Annual Conference of the Middle East Academy of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, which will be held from 19th-21st April at the InterContinental Dubai Festival City, and the 21st TSES ... read..

India-Middle-East-Europe Economic Corridor will be game changer like Silk Route: PM Modi

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 9:59:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that India-Middle-East-Europe Economic Corridor, for which an agreement was reached during the G20 summit hosted India last year, will be a "big game changer like the silk route". ... read..

Indian diaspora organises "Modi ka Parivar" March at Times Square, Hollywood, Detroit and Chicago

New York | April 15, 2024 9:58:48 PM IST

Hundreds of members of the Indian diaspora and volunteers of the Overseas Friends of the BJP (OFBJP)-USA orchestrated a vibrant "Modi Ka Parivar" march across the United States, including at Times Square, Los Angeles, Detroit and Chicago. ... read..

Digital School empowers 100,000 students in Iraqi Kurdistan

Middle East | April 15, 2024 9:58:16 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): The Digital School, an initiative by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has initiated a new phase of partnership with the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government. ... read..

Army Chief General Manoj Pande embarks on 4-day visit to Uzbekistan

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 7:59:19 PM IST

Chief of Army Staff, General Manoj Pande, is all set to embark on visit to Uzbekistan from April 15-18, marking a significant step in bolstering the defence cooperation between India and Republic of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Defence said. ... read..

Pakistan: Bushra Bibi moves Islamabad HC, seeking medical examination amid chemical-laced food concerns

Islamabad | April 15, 2024 7:59:07 PM IST

Former First Lady of Pakistan Bushra Bibi moved the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Monday for a medical examination in Shaukat Khanum hospital after allegations that she is being given poisonous substances at the Bani Gala sub-jail, ARY News reported. ... read..

Amid crippling economy, Pak delegation reaches US to negotiate with IMF for fresh loan

Islamabad | April 15, 2024 7:59:06 PM IST

A delegation from Pakistan, headed by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, has arrived in Washington, DC, to take part in the World Bank and International Monetary Fund's spring meetings, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

UAE: 2,900 individuals participates in 'Move for MS' initiative

Middle East | April 15, 2024 7:58:23 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS) concluded its Move for MS initiative, which ran throughout the holy month of Ramadan, coinciding with MS Awareness Month. ... read..

Pak: 4 more dies in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods; urban flood emergency imposed in Quetta

Quetta | April 15, 2024 7:58:21 PM IST

As the heavy rains continue to lash in several provinces of Pakistan, four more people have died in rain-related incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the Balochistan government has imposed an "urban flood emergency" in Quetta, reported Dawn. ... read..

"Munich ki pukaar, Modi phir ek baar", echoes as Overseas Friends of BJP organise Havan in Germany

Munich | April 15, 2024 7:58:06 PM IST

The Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) in Germany organised a Havan to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi in realising the vision of "Abki Baar 400 Paar" for the ensuing Lok Sabha polls. ... read..

Ducab Group amplifies international standing by operating in 75 countries

Middle East | April 15, 2024 5:59:55 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): Ducab Group has revealed its strategic expansion into 20 new markets, bringing its geographic footprint to 75 countries. ... read..

Israel's military chief thanks US military for aid during Iranian attack

Middle East | April 15, 2024 5:59:51 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 15 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff, Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi, spoke Sunday morning with the Commander of the US Military's Central Command (CENTCOM), General Michael Erik Kurilla. The Chief of Staf ... read..

US destroyed dozens of drones, six ballistic missiles aimed at Israel from Iran, Yemen, says its military

Washington, DC | April 15, 2024 5:59:43 PM IST

Amid rising tensions between Israel and Iran, US military said on Monday that they have destroyed more than 80 drones and at least six ballistic missiles aimed at Israel from Iran and Yemen, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Balochistan to revive security plans post Noshki killings: CM Sarfraz Bugti

Quetta | April 15, 2024 5:59:33 PM IST

The Chief Minister of Balochistan, Sarfraz Bugti, headed a high-level meeting with the law and order officials of Balochistan on Sunday to revise and improve the security situation in the province, according to Dawn. ... read..

PoK: Neglected Gilgit Baltistan villages remain underdeveloped due to administrative negligence

Gilgit-Baltistan | April 15, 2024 5:59:25 PM IST

In the remote Gilgit Baltistan region, the village of Hamirsal near the Shigar area epitomises the struggle of several communities deprived of essential infrastructure and governmental support. ... read..

"We want to get India connected to global value chains": EAM Jaishankar hails BJP's manifesto

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 5:59:17 PM IST

Hailing the BJP's manifesto in Bengaluru on Monday, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted India's immense potential in the global value chains that foster an enabling environment for trade, investing in infrastructure, and nurturing a skilled ... read..

Constantly reminding, tracking the process of establishing US consulate in Bengaluru, says Jaishankar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | April 15, 2024 5:59:09 PM IST

EAM S Jaishankar said on Monday that he is tracking the process of establishing a US consulate in Bengaluru and constantly reminding them. ... read..

58 dead in Tanzania floods in past two weeks

Dodoma | April 15, 2024 5:58:43 PM IST

As many as 58 people have died in Tanzania floods over the last two weeks, seeking an answer in the country about the infrastructure projects, to prevent flooding in the future, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..

Sydney: Christian leader, worshippers injured in mass stabbing, 1 arrested

Sydney | April 15, 2024 5:58:37 PM IST

Just two days after a mass shooting-stabbing incident at a shopping mall at Bondi Junction Westfield, several people were again stabbed at a church in Wakeley, a suburb of Sydney, on Monday night, The Sydney Morning Herald reported. ... read..

"My flag became my guarantee": PM Modi on Indian students brought back from Ukraine, personal intervention

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 5:58:33 PM IST

Noting the power of the tricolour in a foreign land, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it was the strength of the Indian flag that became his guarantee when so many people from India, as well as the youth, were trapped in Ukraine at the time of the c ... read..

US: Two officers shot dead in New York's Salina; suspect also killed

New York | April 15, 2024 3:59:19 PM IST

As incidents related to gun violence continue to spike in the US, a police officer and a sheriff's deputy were shot dead in another heinous act of killing in New York on Sunday in the town of Salina, Fox News reported, citing the officials. ... read..

At least 33 killed, 27 injured in flash floods in Afghanistan

Kabul | April 15, 2024 3:59:11 PM IST

At least 33 people were killed after snow, rain, and subsequent flooding wreaked havoc in the country over the past three days, according to TOLOnews. ... read..

Sydney shopping centre attack specifically 'targeted' women, says Australian police

Sydney | April 15, 2024 3:58:36 PM IST

In another revelation, the Australian Police has said that the Sydney shopping centre attack specifically targeted women, reported Al Jazeera. In the brutal stabbing incident that took place on Saturday afternoon, five women and a man were killed. ... read..

'All sound, no fury': How Iranian projectiles failed to breach iron-clad Israeli air defence

Tel Aviv | April 15, 2024 10:58:41 AM IST

In its first ever direct attack on Israel to avenge the airstrike on its embassy in Syria, Iran unleashed more than 300 drones and missiles towards the enemy country, marking a further escalation in tensions in West Asia. However, the Iranian air raids in ... read..

Blinken calls up Turkish, Egyptian, Jordanian and Saudi counterparts following Iranian attacks on Israel

Washington, DC | April 15, 2024 7:57:59 AM IST

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken on Sunday spoke with his Turkish counterpart, Hakan Fidan to discuss the 'blatant' and 'unprecedented' attack by Iran and its proxies on Israel, US Department of State spokesperson M ... read..

UAE President, King of Bahrain discuss regional developments, humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Middle East | April 15, 2024 6:57:30 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 15 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed during a phone call with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain, fraternal relations and ways to enhance joint cooperation in all fields to serve their mut ... read..

Israel prepares for chemical contaminations possibly caused by Iranian attacks

Middle East | April 15, 2024 6:57:28 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection said it is prepared for the state of emergency declared by the Israel Defense Forces' Home Front Command in providing a response to environmental incidents in regards to ... read..

Israel's Defence Minister speaks to US counterpart

Middle East | April 15, 2024 6:57:26 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant held a call with his American counterpart, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Sunday. ... read..

"Neither region nor world can afford more war": UN chief at emergency meeting on Iran strikes

New York | April 15, 2024 6:57:24 AM IST

Addressing the emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, which was convened after Iranian drone and missile launches into Israel, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday said the 'Middle East' was on the brink, adding that neither the region n ... read..

Hamas proposes new ceasefire deal, demands six-week break from hostilities before release of hostages

Tel Aviv | April 15, 2024 6:57:21 AM IST

After rejecting the Israeli proposal of a ceasefire amid the continuing hostilities in Gaza, Hamas presented a ceasefire and hostage release deal to mediators, demanding that Israel observe a six-week ceasefire before it receives any of the 129 hostages h ... read..

"Provoking uncontrollable regional escalation": G7 countries condemn Iran's air raid on Israel

Tehran | April 15, 2024 5:56:51 AM IST

Condemning Iran's retaliatory drone and missile strikes on Israel in response to the attack on its consulate earlier this month, the leaders of the G7 countries said the Islamic nation has further 'stepped up' the destabilisation of the region, CNN report ... read..

All sound but no fury: How Israel's advanced missile defence repelled Iran's air raid

Tel Aviv | April 15, 2024 4:57:54 AM IST

Biden says "US won't participate in any offensive action against Iran", tells Bibi further Israeli response "unnecessary"

Washington, DC | April 15, 2024 4:57:52 AM IST

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, US President Joe Biden made it clear to his counterparts that America will not get drawn into any offensive action against Iran after it launched a barrage of missiles against Israel on Saturday, CNN reported, citing US ... read..

"Middle East on brink": UN Secretary-General Guterres calls for de-escalation in region

New York | April 15, 2024 4:57:50 AM IST

United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres on Sunday called for an immediate defusion and de-escalation in the 'Middle East', saying that the region was on the 'brink'. ... read..

All sound but no fury: How Israel's advanced air defence repelled Iran's air raid

Tel Aviv | April 15, 2024 3:58:00 AM IST

"Security of Indians our priority": PM Modi stresses need for stable govt amid global tensions

New Delhi | April 15, 2024 2:57:56 AM IST

Amid rising tensions in West Asia, which were rendered far worse after Iran launched over 300 projectiles towards Israel in response to the air strike on its embassy in Syria, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted on Sunday that amid global hostilities an ... read..

Indian embassy issues safety advisory for its nationals amid Israel-Iran tensions

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 2:28:38 PM IST

The Indian embassy in Israel on Sunday issued an advisory to Indian citizens in Israel to stay calm and adhere to the safety protocols issued by the local authorities. ... read..

"Vicious cycle of attack and counter-attack will lead nowhere": UNGA president on Iran's attack on Israel

New York | April 14, 2024 1:27:59 PM IST

United Nations General Assembly President Dennis Francis said while expressing deep concerns on Sunday in response to the Iran's attack on Israel, that this vicious cycle of attack and counter-attack will lead nowhere, but inevitably, to more death, suffe ... read..

"We do not seek conflict with Iran, but will not hesitate to protect American, Israeli forces': US Defense Secy

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 1:27:57 PM IST

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has stressed that the US does not seek conflict with Iran but will not hesitate to act to protect their forces and support Israel's defence. ... read..

US President Biden to convene G7 leaders to coordinate 'diplomatic response' after Iran attack

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 12:27:25 PM IST

In its support for Israel, US President Joe Biden condemned Iran's attack on Israeli soil, adding that he will convene G7 leaders on Monday to coordinate a united diplomatic response. ... read..

Biden, Netanyahu speak after Iran's attack on Israel

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 12:27:03 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently in talks with US President Joe Biden, following meetings with the Security Cabinet and the War Cabinet, after Iran launched drones towards Israel on Saturday night in response to the air strike on its ... read..

Israel closes schools, educational systems in wake of Iran's airstrikes

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 12:27:01 PM IST

Israel, in a move to protect its citizens, has announced to close all schools and other educational systems, effective Sunday, as the country's defence forces remain on high alert following Iran hitting Israel with over 200 projectiles, the Jerusalem Post ... read..

'Prayas: Dharohar Kashi Ki': Envoys, diplomats attend Ganga Aarti at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | April 14, 2024 10:28:16 AM IST

Several envoys and diplomats attended the specular Ganga Aarti at Varanasi's Dashashwamedh Ghat on Saturday as part of a mega event 'Prayas: Dharohar Kashi Ki' called by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Iran's response will be "stronger, more resolute" if Israel attacks again: Iran says in its letter to UN

Tehran | April 14, 2024 10:28:14 AM IST

Following its attack on Israel with drone strikes in the late hours on Saturday, Iran, in a letter to the United Nations, emphasised that it will not hesitate to exercise its inherent right of self defense when required, adding that if Israel commits any ... read..

Commitment to Israel's security against threats from Iran, its proxies is "ironclad": US President Biden

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 10:28:08 AM IST

US President Joe Biden met with the national security team for updates on Iran's attacks against Israel, further calling its commitment to Israel's security against threats from proxies and Iran "ironclad." ... read..

India calls for immediate de-escalation, exercise of restraint in wake of hostilities between Israel, Iran

New Delhi | April 14, 2024 10:27:59 AM IST

After Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Israel, India on Sunday expressed concerns highlighting the threat to the peace and security in the region. ... read..

UN chief Guterres condemns Iranian drone strikes on Israel, flags danger of "devastating region-wide escalation"

New York | April 14, 2024 8:27:36 AM IST

Coming out with a strong condemnation of the Iranian drone strikes on Israel in reprisal for the earlier attack on its embassy in Syria, United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres called for an immediate cessation of hostilities on Sunday. ... read..

Forces shooting down Iranian drones targeting Israel, says US defence official

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 8:27:34 AM IST

US forces have been shooting down drones launched by Iran towards Israel, a defence official told reporters on Sunday. ... read..

Israel calls for emergency UNSC meet as Iran strikes its territory, demands 'terrorist' tag for its revolutionary guards corps

New York | April 14, 2024 8:27:32 AM IST

In the wake of the Iranian drone strikes on its soil in response to the attack on its consulate in Syria, Israel put in a request with the United Nations Security Council to immediately convene a meeting to unequivocally condemn Iran and designate its Isl ... read..

"Conflict with Israeli regime, stay away": Iran warns US after drone strikes on Israel

New York | April 14, 2024 8:27:30 AM IST

Iran came out in defence of its retaliatory attack on Israel on Saturday in response to an attack on its consulate in Syria, saying that the "matter can be deemed concluded". ... read..

UAE strongly condemns stabbing attack in Australia

Middle East | April 14, 2024 7:28:14 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 14 (ANI/WAM): The UAE has strongly condemned the stabbing attack in Sydney, Australia, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries to innocent people. ... read..

Ambassador Lana Nusseibeh ends tenure as Permanent Representative of UAE to UN

Middle East | April 14, 2024 7:28:12 AM IST

New York [US], April 14 (ANI/WAM): Ambassador Lana Nusseibeh ends her tenure as Permanent Representative of the UAE to the UN with her final meeting with United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in that capacity and will be succeeded by Ambassado ... read..

Former diplomat to US, Devyani Khobrogade, surfaces on social media; dresses up as 'Apsara' to wish Cambodia on New Year

Phnom Penh | April 14, 2024 7:28:10 AM IST

Devyani Khobrogade, the current Indian ambassador to Combodia, who was at the centre of a controversy that fueled tensions between India and the US earlier, surfaced on social media on Saturday in an image from a photoshoot in traditional Cambodian attire ... read..

Sirens go off in Jerusalem and other areas of Israel

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 7:28:08 AM IST

Sirens and loud booms were heard in the sky over Jerusalem after Iran launched attack drones, Israeli news agency, TPS reported. ... read..

UK deploys several jets, air refuelling tankers in response to Iranian attack on Israel

London | April 14, 2024 7:28:06 AM IST

After Iran launched drones into Israel in retaliation to the air strike on its embassy in Syria, the UK moved several additional Royal Air Force jets and air refuelling tankers to the region, the country's Ministry of Defence said in a statement on Sunday ... read..

Hezbollah launches dozens of rockets at Israel amid Iran's reprisal for embassy strike

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 6:26:45 AM IST

After drone and missile strikes by Iran to avenge the Israeli air strike on its Syrian consulate, Labanese group Hezbollah launched dozens of Katyusha rockets targeting the air defence headquarters of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) in the Kaila barracks ... read..

Biden being regularly briefed as Iran launches drones towards Israel; Bibi calls meeting of war cabinet

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 5:27:36 AM IST

US President Joe Biden would meet his national security team at the White House shortly and was being briefed regularly on the escalating tensions in West Asia after Iran launched drones towards Israel in response to the air strike on its embassy in Syria ... read..

Hamas rejects Israel's ceasefire proposal, reaffirms original demands

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 5:27:34 AM IST

Hamas on Saturday submitted its response to Israel's hostage deal negotiations and ceasefire and rejected the latter's proposal, sticking to its original demands, Xinhua reported. ... read..

"We are ready for any scenario, both defensively, offensively": Israeli PM vows response to Iran attack

Tel Aviv | April 14, 2024 5:27:32 AM IST

After Iran launched drone and missile attacks on Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to respond defensively and offensively, saying that Israel has been preparing for a direct attack by Iran for years. ... read..

Iran launches drones towards Israel in response to attack on its consulate in Syria

Tehran | April 14, 2024 4:27:40 AM IST

In a major escalation amid the ongoing military offensive on Hamas in Gaza, Iran launched several drones and missiles towards Israel in retaliation to the air strike on its consulate in Syria that resulted in the killing of three top generals, The Times o ... read..

Jordan, Iraq close airspace amid fears of Iranian counter-strike on Israel

Amman | April 14, 2024 4:27:38 AM IST

Shortly before Iran launched drones towards Israel in response to its air strike on the latter's embassy in Syria, Jordan temporarily closed its airspace for all incoming, departing and transit aircraft, The Times of Israel reported, citing state-owned Al ... read..

"Wish you warmth, community, and joy": US President Biden, First Lady extend Baisakhi and Navratri wishes

Washington, DC | April 14, 2024 4:27:36 AM IST

US President Joe Biden and first Lady Jill Biden extended their greetings on the occasion of Baisakhi and Navratri on Saturday, wishing warmth and joy. ... read..

Hundreds march in Niger demanding withdrawal of US troops

Niamey | April 14, 2024 4:27:34 AM IST

Hundreds of people erupted in protest on the streets of the Niger capital, demanding the withdrawal of US troops after the military rulers further shifted their strategy by ending a defence accord with the US and welcoming Russian military instructors, Al ... read..

'Prayas: Dharohar Kashi Ki': Varanasi rolls out red carpet for diplomats in celebration of country's heritage

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | April 14, 2024 3:28:29 AM IST

Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to preserve and celebrate India's rich spiritual and cultural heritage as part of 'Prayas: Dharohar Kashi Ki', in the spirit of 'Vikas Bhi, Virasat Bhi' (a thrust on progress combined with the preservation ... read..

Nepal, India have close, people-to-people connection, says CM of Madhesh

Janakpur | April 14, 2024 3:28:28 AM IST

Saroj Kumar Yadav, the chief minister of Nepal's Madhesh province, invoked the historic ties between the two nations on Saturday, saying that they share a close people-to-people connection. ... read..

Thailand Foreign Minister visits Myanmar border town amid escalating clashes between Junta, armed groups

Burma | April 14, 2024 2:27:40 AM IST

Thailand's Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara visited Mae Sot, a border town near Myanmar, on Friday amid escalating clashes that have resulted in troops of the ruling military Junta into retreat by ethnic minority armed groups, while hundreds of r ... read..

Haiti creates transitional council for choosing next leadership

Port-au-Prince | April 13, 2024 11:30:01 PM IST

Haiti has created a transitional council responsible for choosing the next leadership following weeks of uncertainty, CNN reported, citing a decree published in Haiti's state journal. ... read..

"Iran will bear consequences for choosing to escalate situation any further": Israel

Tel Aviv | April 13, 2024 11:29:59 PM IST

Israel Defence Forces (IDF) spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari has asserted that Iran will "bear the consequences for choosing to escalate the situation any further," The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Israel-linked cargo ship 'MSC Aries' seized by Iran have 17 Indian nationals onboard: Sources

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 11:29:38 PM IST

Israel-linked cargo ship 'MSC Aries' seized by Iran on Saturday near the Strait of Hormuz had 17 Indian nationals onboard, according to the sources. ... read..

UAE to participate in 2024 Spring Meetings of IMF and World Bank Group

Middle East | April 13, 2024 11:29:26 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 13 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates, represented by the Ministry of Finance, announced its participation in the 2024 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) taking place in Washingt ... read..

'Psychological Warfare': Hamas admits incomplete data on one-third of Gaza death toll

Middle East | April 13, 2024 11:29:22 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 13 (ANI/TPS): Raising new questions about the credibility of Palestinian death toll figures being reported from Gaza, the Strip's Hamas-run Health Ministry announced that it had incomplete data on one-third of the casualties. ... read..

'Birds of Goodness' executes 33rd humanitarian aid airdrop in north Gaza

Middle East | April 13, 2024 11:29:19 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 13 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the implementation of the 33rd airdrop of humanitarian and relief aid as part of the "Birds of Goodness" operation. ... read..

UAE: Supreme Council of Energy launches Dubai Demand Side Management Recognition Programme

Middle East | April 13, 2024 11:29:10 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 13 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has launched the Dubai Demand Side Management Recognition Programme, a unique platform to recognise and honour the exemplary efforts of organisations and individuals who contribute to en ... read..

Italy PM Giorgia Meloni calls surrogacy "inhuman"

Rome | April 13, 2024 11:29:01 PM IST

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called surrogacy "inhuman" and is supporting strict penalties against the practice, including fines of up to USD 1 million and multiple-year prison sentences, CNN reported. ... read..

Kristalina Georgieva gets selected as managing director of IMF for second term

Washington, DC | April 13, 2024 11:28:57 PM IST

Kristalina Georgieva was selected as the managing director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the second term on Friday by the Executive Board of the organization. ... read..

Indian airlines avoiding Iranian airspace amid rising tensions between Iran, Israel

By Ashoke Raj

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 11:28:31 PM IST

In response to the heightened tensions resembling a wartime scenario between Iran and Israel, Indian airlines have opted to avoid Iranian airspace and utilise alternative routes to ensure the safety and security of their operations. ... read..

Second edition of Janakpurdham Cultural Festival held in Nepal

Kathmandu | April 13, 2024 11:28:22 PM IST

The second edition of the Janakpurdham Cultural Festival was held in Nepal on Saturday, coinciding with the Nepali New Year, as per the traditional Bikram Sambat 2081 calendar. ... read..

Six killed in Sydney mall stabbing; attacker shot dead, says police

Sydney | April 13, 2024 11:28:02 PM IST

Six people were killed and several others were injured, including a nine-month old baby in a Sydney shopping mall mass stabbing on Saturday afternoon (local time), reported CNN. ... read..

Pakistan: PPP leader says PML-N-led govt will perform better "when it's given tough time"

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 11:27:58 PM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) leader and Member of National Assembly (MNA) Syed Khurshid Ahmed Shah on Saturday said that Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N)-led coalition government will perform better under pressure, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

Iran seizes Israel-linked ship MCS ARIES near Strait of Hormuz

Tel Aviv | April 13, 2024 7:28:43 PM IST

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy seized the Israel-linked MSC ARIES container ship near the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, The Times of Israel reported, citing Iranian news agency. ... read..

Pakistan: Lightning kills 14 as heavy rains batter Balochistan, Punjab

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 7:28:14 PM IST

At least 14 people were killed following lightning strikes in Balochistan and Punjab as heavy downpours hit parts of provinces on Saturday, Geo News reported, citing officials. ... read..

Pakistan: Opposition alliance launches protest movement against govt in Balochistan's Pishin

Balochistan | April 13, 2024 7:28:11 PM IST

Launching its protest against the government, the six-party opposition alliance held a rally in the Pishin area of Balochistan, where Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub vowed to reclaim their rights through the "Tehreek Tahafuz Ayin," Pakista ... read..

Pakistan: Balochistan rejects claims of thousands of missing persons, links some to terror

Balochistan | April 13, 2024 5:30:04 PM IST

Amid the recent surge in cases of alleged enforced disappearances of citizens in Balochistan, the government issued a clarification, outright rejecting claims of "thousands of missing persons' cases," Geo News reported. ... read..

Australia: At least 4 believed dead, several injured in multiple stabbing-shooting incident

Sydney | April 13, 2024 5:29:49 PM IST

At least four people were reported to be dead after a man entered a mall in Sydney's eastern suburbs on Saturday afternoon and began randomly shooting and stabbing people, local media reported. ... read..

Pak: Probe ordered in Bahawalnagar "stand-off" between army, police personnel

Lahore | April 13, 2024 5:29:44 PM IST

The Punjab government and Pakistan Army have initiated transparent investigations into a purported "face-off" between police and army personnel in Bahawalnagar, Dawn reported. ... read..

ADAFSA advises farmers, livestock breeders on precautions to take during unstable weather

Middle East | April 13, 2024 5:29:19 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 13 (ANI/WAM): In response to the recent fluctuations in weather conditions, the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has issued a set of guidelines for farmers and livestock breeders to ensure the safety of their ... read..

Prof Mona Maron appointed first Arab rector of an Israeli university

Middle East | April 13, 2024 5:29:11 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 13 (ANI/TPS): Haifa University appointed Professor Mona Maron as rector on Thursday, making her the first Israeli Arab to be appointed to the position in an Israeli university. ... read..

"Multiple casualties reported," says Australian PM after stabbing attack in Sydney shopping mall

Sydney | April 13, 2024 5:28:59 PM IST

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Saturday said that multiple casualties have been reported from the Bondi Junction's Westfield shopping centre in which six people including a suspected attacker was killed. ... read..

Pakistan: Gunmen abduct, kill 9 bus passengers after checking ID cards

Lahore | April 13, 2024 5:28:57 PM IST

Unidentified gunmen shot dead at least nine people hailing from Punjab after abducting them from a passenger bus in Noshki, officials said. Another attack on a separate vehicle killed one person and injured four, Dawn reported. ... read..

UN Chief appoints Muhannad Hadi as new Deputy Special Coordinator for Middle East Peace

Middle East | April 13, 2024 5:28:38 PM IST

New York [US], April 13 (ANI/WAM): United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced today the appointment of Muhannad Hadi of Jordan as his new Deputy Special Coordinator and Resident Coordinator, Office of the United Nations Special Coordinato ... read..

Taiwan detects 16 Chinese military aircraft, eight naval vessels around nation

Taipei | April 13, 2024 5:28:06 PM IST

Taiwan has detected 16 Chinese military aircraft and eight naval vessels around the nation during the last 24 hours till 6 am (local time) on Saturday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..

Protesters in Pakistan block Karakoram highway, over suspension of cops in Bisham attack

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 1:28:08 PM IST

People in Pakistan's northwestern upper and lower Kohistan districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa blocked the Karakoram highway on Friday against the suspension of senior police officers following the Bisham suicide attack, Dawn reported. ... read..

UKPNP delegation meets UK Parliament members to discuss issues in PoK

Leeds | April 13, 2024 1:27:46 PM IST

Political activists from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under the aegis of United Kashmir People's National Party (UKPNP) UK Zone, convened a dinner meeting with the Labour Members of the British Parliament, Fabian Hamilton and Richard Burgon to discuss ... read..

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