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Imran Khan orders call-off of talks with govt over judicial commission delay: Barrister Gohar

Islamabad | January 24, 2025 8:42:29 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman and founder Imran Khan has directed his party to terminate ongoing talks with the government, citing delays in the formation of judicial commissions to investigate key political events, Dawn reported. ... read..

Judge blocks Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, citing unconstitutionality

Seattle | January 24, 2025 8:42:25 AM IST

A federal judge in Seattle has temporarily blocked former President Donald Trump's executive order seeking to terminate birthright citizenship in the United States, calling the policy "blatantly unconstitutional," CNN reported. ... read..

'Time for American people to know TRUTH': Donald Trump orders declassification of assassination files of John F Kennedy, Martin Luther King

Washington, DC | January 24, 2025 8:12:33 AM IST

United States President Donald Trump signed the executive order ordering the declassification of records regarding the assassinations of President John F Kennedy, Senator Robert F Kennedy, and the Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr, and said it is time ... read..

India reaffirms commitment to collaborative efforts for 'revitalisation' of UN General Assembly

New York | January 24, 2025 7:42:26 AM IST

India emphasised the need for the 'revitalization' of the United States General Assembly, and reiterated its commitment to working with all member states in a constructive and forward-looking manner. ... read..

Plans to greatly expand Kiryat Shmona

Middle East | January 24, 2025 7:12:37 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 24 (ANI/TPS): Israel is promoting two major plans to strengthen Kiryat Shmona, a city in northern Israel near the border with Lebanon. Located in the "Finger of the Galilee," the city has been hit hard economically due to attack ... read..

Prayagraj: Devotees from Russia, Ukraine participate in Maha Kumbh Mela, chant 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna'

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | January 24, 2025 7:12:35 AM IST

Several devotees from Russia and Ukraine -- two countries embroiled in deadly conflict for close to three years -- attended the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj on Thursday and presented a message of spiritual unity. ... read..

Taiwan MND detects 10 Chinese aircraft, 7 vessels around its territory

Taipei | January 24, 2025 7:12:33 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has detected 10 Chinese aircraft and 7 naval vessels around the island as of 6 am (UTC+8) on Friday. ... read..

Jerusalem man arrested for Hezbollah ties

Middle East | January 24, 2025 7:12:31 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 24 (ANI/TPS): The Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service) and the Central Unit of the Jerusalem District arrested a 32-year-old suspect from the Jerusalem Arab neighbourhood Isawiya on suspicion of contacting el ... read..

Hungarian, Israeli Ministers condemn ICC over arrest warrants for Israeli leaders

Middle East | January 24, 2025 7:12:30 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 24 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar slammed the International Criminal Court during a joint media appearance in Budapest with his Hungarian counterpart, Peter Szerto on Thursday. ... read..

"We just want level playing field...": Donald Trump criticises "unfair" trade relationship with China

Washinton, DC | January 24, 2025 6:12:27 AM IST

US President Donald Trump, affirmed hope of having a "very good relationship" with China under his administration, while also stressing on the need to have a "level-playing field" regarding trade situation. ... read..

US Senate confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA Director

Washington, DC | January 24, 2025 4:42:23 AM IST

John Ratcliffe has been confirmed to lead the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) after the Senate confirmed his appointment. ... read..

US: Judge blocks Trump's executive order stopping birthright citizenship, calls it 'blatantly unconstitutional'

Washington, DC | January 24, 2025 3:12:30 AM IST

A federal judge ruled Thursday that President Donald Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship is "blatantly unconstitutional" and issued a temporary restraining order to block the policy from taking effect, CNN reported. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 hits Myanmar

Naypyidaw | January 24, 2025 3:12:28 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.8 on the Richter Scale jolted Myanmar in the early hours of Friday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..

'If you don't make your product in America, you'll have to pay tariff': Donald Trump at WEF

Davos | January 24, 2025 3:12:24 AM IST

US President Donald Trump, called on companies globally to manufacture their products in the United States, while also issuing a stern warning to those doing otherwise that they will have to pay tariffs worth 'billions and trillions' of dollars. ... read..

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrives in India ahead of 76th Republic Day celebrations

New Delhi | January 24, 2025 2:42:32 AM IST

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto arrived in the national capital on Friday night, on his first state visit to India. ... read..

"Would like to meet President Putin soon...": Donald Trump reiterates need to end "horrible" Russia-Ukraine war

Washington DC | January 24, 2025 2:42:30 AM IST

Highlighting the massive implications of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, US President Donald Trump reiterated the urgent need for a peace settlement to end the "horrible" war and expressed his desire to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin soon. ... read..

Assam CM Himanta meets top Japanese officials, discusses strengthening Assam-Japan ties

Tokyo | January 24, 2025 2:42:29 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister, during his ongoing visit to Assam, held multiple engagements with top Japanese officials, discussing the strengthening of Assam-Japan ties and inviting more investment into his state. ... read..

Members of Indonesia's marching contingent "excited" over visit to India, participation in R-Day Parade

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 11:42:31 PM IST

Members of Indonesia's military contingent, which will take part in this year's Republic Day, are excited over their visit to India and their participation in the parade at the Kartvaya Path. ... read..

Indonesian President Prabowo to arrive on four-day visit to India; several MoUs expected to be signed

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 11:13:07 PM IST

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be on a four-day visit to India on Thursday during which he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attend the Republic Day Parade as Chief Guest. ... read..

Donald Trump urges NATO nations to increase defence spending to 5 per cent of GDP

Davos | January 23, 2025 11:12:43 PM IST

US President Donald Trump, speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday, called for NATO nations to increase their defense spending to 5 percent of GDP, emphasizing that the United States has been shouldering an unfair burden in global defens ... read..

Indonesian President Prabowo to arrive on four-day visit on Thursday; several MoUs expected to be signed

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 10:42:29 PM IST

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto will be on a four-day visit to India during which he will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and attend the Republic Day Parade as Chief Guest. ... read..

'Every Day, There are Ceasefire Violations': Israel Mulls Steps as Lebanese Ceasefire Due to Expire

Middle East | January 23, 2025 10:12:40 PM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], January 23 (ANI/TPS): As a Sunday deadline approaches for withdrawing Israeli military forces from Lebanon, experts and residents of the north told The Press Service of Israel that Hezbollah violations of the ceasefire leave them skept ... read..

United States: Pentagon orders 1,500 troops, additional assets to southern border

Washington DC | January 23, 2025 10:12:30 PM IST

The US Department of Defense is deploying 1,500 active-duty service members along with additional air and intelligence assets to the southern border to support enforcement operations already underway. Acting Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses made the a ... read..

Palestinian Islamic Jihad Terrorists Killed After 4-Hour Shootout

Middle East | January 23, 2025 10:12:28 PM IST

Jerusalem [Israel], January 23 (ANI/TPS): Two Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists responsible for deadly shooting attack were killed during an ongoing counterterror operation in Burqin, near Jenin, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday morning. ... read..

Sharjah Literature Festival concludes inaugural edition

Middle East | January 23, 2025 9:42:43 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 23 (ANI/WAM): The inaugural edition of the Sharjah Literature Festival concluded, marking a distinguished cultural event that illuminated the emirate's literary landscape with the theme 'Emirati Tales Inspire the Future'. ... read..

Emirates Health Services unveils 13 pioneering projects at 2025 Arab Health

Middle East | January 23, 2025 9:42:36 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 23 (ANI/WAM): Under the theme "The Future of Health Now", Emirates Health Services (EHS) is gearing up for one of its most significant participations to date at the 50th edition of Arab Health 2025. ... read..

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit China on January 26-27

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 9:42:30 PM IST

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit Beijing on January 26 and 27 for a meeting of the Foreign Secretary-Vice Minister mechanism between India and China. ... read..

UAE-India CEPA Council, FICCI-FLO collaborate to support women entrepreneurs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 23, 2025 9:12:26 PM IST

The UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC), in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Ladies Organisation (FICCI-FLO Mumbai Chapter), hosted a business roundtable with over 40 Indian women business owners and entrepreneurs to ... read..

ICC files arrest warrant applications against Taliban leaders over "persecution on gender grounds"

The Hague | January 23, 2025 8:42:35 PM IST

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has taken a significant step toward addressing alleged crimes in Afghanistan, with Prosecutor Karim AA Khan KC announcing the filing of two arrest warrant applications against senior Taliban leaders. ... read..

Grateful for PM Modi, President Zayed for driving relationship, says UAE Ambassador

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 23, 2025 8:12:42 PM IST

UAE Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, underlined the strengthening of economic ties between India and the UAE, highlighting key initiatives such as the UAE-India CEPA Council, which aims to boost bilateral trade and entrepreneurship. ... read..

Grateful for PM Modi, Sheikh Zayed for driving relationship, says UAE Ambassador

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 23, 2025 7:42:37 PM IST

CM Chandrababu Naidu showcases Andhra Pradesh at WEF, boosts global interest

Davos | January 23, 2025 7:42:35 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu concluded a highly impactful four-day engagement at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland. The visit focused on promoting the state's brand image, attracting global investments, an ... read..

Internet shutdown attempts to silence voices ahead of Baloch Genocide Remembrance Day: Mahrang Baloch

Quetta | January 23, 2025 7:42:30 PM IST

Pakistani authorities have imposed an internet blackout in Dalbandin, raising serious concerns among human rights groups and activists about the looming threat of violence in Balochistan, according to a post shared on X by Mahrang Baloch on Thursday. ... read..

Nepal: Fire guts property worth millions in Kathmandu godown

Kathmandu | January 23, 2025 7:12:33 PM IST

Properties worth millions were destroyed in a fire at a godown of home appliances in Kathmandu. ... read..

South Korea's anti-graft agency hands over martial law probe to prosecutors

Seoul | January 23, 2025 6:42:31 PM IST

South Korea's anti-corruption agency has handed over its investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol's alleged attempt to impose martial law to the prosecution, urging that he be charged with insurrection and abuse of power, according to a report by Yonhap ... read..

Karachi faces severe water shortages amid another leak at Dhabeji pumping station

Karachi | January 23, 2025 6:12:35 PM IST

The water crisis in Karachi has worsened as a recently repaired pipeline at the Dhabeji pumping station has sprung another leak, as reported by the Express Tribune. ... read..

Inaugural edition of 'Technology Dialogue' by MEA to take place in Bengaluru from January 24-25

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 5:42:48 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs announced on Thursday that it will host the inaugural edition of the 'Technology Dialogue' from January 24 to January 25 in Bengaluru. ... read..

Trump's pick for UN Ambassador pledges to boost Taiwan's participation in international bodies

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 4:42:44 PM IST

US nominee for Ambassador to the UN, Elise Stefanik, currently a member of the House of Representatives, has pledged to work toward Taiwan's maximum meaningful participation in international organisations, the Taipei Times reported. ... read..

Thailand becomes first Southeast Asian nation to legalise same-sex marriage

Bangkok | January 23, 2025 4:42:26 PM IST

Hundreds of same-sex couples are tying the knot in Thailand on Thursday, as the country becomes the first in Southeast Asia to legalize marriage equality, according to a report by CNN. ... read..

West Bengal: BSF, BGB hold high-level coordination meeting to strengthen Indo-Bangladesh border security

Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 23, 2025 4:12:45 PM IST

The Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) held a sector commander-level coordination meeting on Wednesday at the Sonamasjid border outpost in Bangladesh. ... read..

Sikyong Penpa Tsering addresses Dimapur tibetan community amid Chinese suppression

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | January 23, 2025 4:12:32 PM IST

Sikyong Penpa Tsering, the head of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA), has commenced the second phase of his official visits to Tibetan settlements in Northeast India, aimed at understanding the challenges faced by the Tibetan community in exile. ... read..

Pakistan: Govt employees stage protest for better salaries, reversal of pension reforms in Islamabad

Islamabad | January 23, 2025 2:42:26 PM IST

Government employees in Pakistan, under the banner of the All Government Employees Grand Alliance (AGEGA), staged a protest outside the Pakistan Secretariat on Wednesday, demanding better salaries and the reversal of recent pension reforms, as reported by ... read..

Government employees protest pension cuts in PoGB, demand reversal

Gilgit | January 23, 2025 2:12:59 PM IST

A large group of government employees staged a protest in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit Baltistan (PoGB)'s Gilgit, demanding the reversal of recent pension cuts imposed by the provincial government, as reported by the Pamir Times. ... read..

Tibet Youth Congress' All-India Bike Rally culminates in Delhi with enthusiastic support

New Delhi | January 23, 2025 2:12:53 PM IST

The Tibet Youth Congress (TYC) wrapped up their All-India Bike Rally at Delhi's Tibetan Colony, Majnu Ka Tilla on 22 January 2025. The rally covered more than 20,000 kilometres through 20 Indian states after starting on November 22, 2024, near Bumla Pass ... read..

Kazakhstan showcases its potential as Regional Academic Hub at Bett Show in UK

London | January 23, 2025 2:12:48 PM IST

Kazakhstan presented a national pavilion at one of the world's largest international education exhibitions--the Bett Show--for the first time that started on January 22 will continue until January 24 in London. ... read..

HRCP report highlights rising migration of Hindus from Sindh amid violence, discrimination

Karachi | January 23, 2025 2:12:41 PM IST

A new report by the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), titled "Exodus: Is the Hindu Community Leaving Sindh?" underscores the alarming trend of Hindu families migrating from Sindh due to ongoing violence, economic hardships, and climate change. ... read..

Trump announces potential tariffs on Chinese imports as early as next week

Washington | January 23, 2025 2:12:23 PM IST

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that the first phase of US tariffs on Chinese imports could be implemented as soon as next week, as reported by Radio Free Asia. ... read..

Pakistan security forces abduct young individual from Balochistan

Balochistan | January 23, 2025 1:12:32 PM IST

Pakistani security forces have reportedly abducted a young man during a raid in Balochistan's Kech district on Monday night, as reported by the Balochistan Post. ... read..

Pakistan govt expresses regret over PTI's 'rigid' stance on talks as 4th round remains uncertain

Islamabad | January 23, 2025 12:42:44 PM IST

The Pakistani government has expressed disappointment over Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) refusal to attend the fourth round of talks unless a judicial commission is formed, calling the opposition party's stance "rigid," as reported by Geo News on Wedne ... read..

Pakistan: PPP 'displeased' with PML-N over lack of consultation on key issues

Islamabad | January 23, 2025 12:12:43 PM IST

The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) has expressed frustration with the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) government for excluding them from key decisions, as reported by ARY News on Wednesday, citing sources. ... read..

Bangladesh: 22 injured in clashes between BNP factions in Shyamnagar despite section 144

Dhaka | January 23, 2025 11:43:03 AM IST

At least 22 people, including police officers and security personnel, were injured in clashes between two factions of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Bangladesh's Shyamnagar upazila in Satkhira District on Wednesday, despite Section 144 being im ... read..

Pakistan's govt proposes PECA amendments to tackle fake news, online content

Islamabad | January 23, 2025 11:42:36 AM IST

The Pakistani government has introduced amendments to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) aimed at combating fake news and unlawful online content, The Express Tribune reported on Wednesday. ... read..

US: Man pardoned for Jan 6 Capitol riot arrested on federal gun charge

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 10:12:24 AM IST

Just a day after receiving a full pardon for his charges for the January 6, 2021, US Capitol riots by US President Donald Trump, Daniel Ball managed to find himself in trouble again on Tuesday but this time for a federal gun charge, The Hill reported. ... read..

Global leaders call for action on AI, regional reforms, environmental initiatives at WEF 2025

Davos | January 23, 2025 9:42:25 AM IST

Global leaders have called for action on artificial intelligence, regional reforms, and environmental initiatives at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2025, discussing key issues such as social media reform in Europe, closer regional integrati ... read..

US Instagram users complain about inability to unfollow Trump, Vance

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 9:12:24 AM IST

Social media users, including celebrities like Demi Lovato and Gracie Abrams, have been grumbling as they aren't able to unfollow US President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and First Lady Melania Trump on Instagram, stating that the multinational ... read..

Trump administration clearly prioritising bilateral ties with India: Jaishankar

Washington DC | January 23, 2025 8:42:39 AM IST

Noting that the Trump administration was keen to have India present at the inaugural itself and is prioritising the bilateral relationship, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday that the ties are being built further on the strong founda ... read..

US: 1 killed in Nashville School cafeteria shooting, teen shooter kills self

Nashville | January 23, 2025 7:12:44 AM IST

A shooting occurred at Antioch High School in Nashville on Wednesday morning, leaving one female student dead and another student injured, CNN reported citing police. ... read..

Taiwan MND detects 35 Chinese aircraft, 6 vessels around its territory

Taipei | January 23, 2025 7:12:41 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has detected 35 Chinese aircraft and 6 naval vessels around the island as of 6 am (UTC+8) on Thursday ... read..

Israeli forces fire on armed men in Gaza, Islamic Jihad operative killed

Middle East | January 23, 2025 7:12:35 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 23 (ANI/TPS): Israeli troops in Gaza identified several armed terrorists who posed a threat despite the ceasefire in several incidents, the Israel Defense Forces said on Wednesday night. ... read..

One terrorist killed in Gaza as Israeli military responds to ceasefire violations

Middle East | January 23, 2025 7:12:32 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 23 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that during the last day, its forces acted to defend themselves after they came under threats posed to them in the Gaza Strip, despite the terms of the ceasefire agreement t ... read..

Israeli town renames planned neighborhood after Trump

Middle East | January 23, 2025 7:12:27 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 23 (ANI/TPS): The mayor of Ma'ale Adumim, an Israeli town in Judea, announced on Wednesday the renaming of a significant tract of municipal land to "Trump One" (T1) in honor of US President Donald Trump. ... read..

How Ben-Gvir repeated a 'Netanyahu' with his resignation from cabinet: Report

Tel Aviv | January 23, 2025 6:42:31 AM IST

Just as the ceasefire deal with Hamas in Gaza was about to take effect, Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, pulled the plug on his government position Sunday morning, but there is a strong, similar and calculative parallel with what Prime ... read..

Germany: Afghan man kills two including toddler in knife attack, arrested

Berlin | January 23, 2025 6:42:29 AM IST

As many as two people including a toddler were killed and three others sustained injuries in a brutal knife attack in a park in Aschaffenburg, southern Germany, The Washington Post reported. ... read..

Elon Musk worked Vivek Ramaswamy out of DOGE following 'differences': Report

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 5:42:30 AM IST

As Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy pulled out of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), just 69 days after he was announced the co-head of the team along with tech billionaire Elon Musk, a report has revealed that ... read..

India's brand has been reinforced under PM Modi's leadership: Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu

Davos | January 23, 2025 5:12:21 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, saying that the brand of India has been reinforced under his leadership. ... read..

"We expect accountability": EAM Jaishankar on attack on Indian consulate in San Francisco

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 4:12:28 AM IST

Calling the attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco in 2023, a "very serious matter," External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India expects accountability for the incident and those responsible to be held accountable. ... read..

India supportive of legal mobility, open to "legitimate return" of its nationals living illegally: EAM Jaishankar

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 8:42:30 AM IST

Clarifying India's stance, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that New Delhi is open to the "legitimate return" of Indian nationals living 'illegally' abroad, including in the United States. ... read..

Davos: Andhra CM Naidu meets Bill Gates, Unilever official, Cenmat CEO on sidelines of WEF

Davos | January 23, 2025 1:42:39 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu met Microsoft and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) Founder, Bill Gates, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum summit in Davos. ... read..

"Strong sense that current administration would reciprocate our desire to take Quad further": EAM Jaishankar

Washington DC | January 23, 2025 1:42:37 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the Trump administration's strong focus on strengthening India-US ties and prioritising India's presence at the inauguration. He also emphasised a shared commitment to advancing the Quad partnership, with ... read..

"We didn't stop trading..." says EAM Jaishankar on trade with Pakistan, calls 'MFN status' "longstanding concern"

Washington, DC | January 23, 2025 1:42:24 AM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar addressed the status of India's trade relations with Pakistan, clarifying that New Delhi didn't cease trade, but rather, it was the Islamabad administration that decided to halt trading in 2019. ... read..

New cases of bird flu found in Israel

Middle East | January 22, 2025 11:42:40 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 22 (ANI/TPS): H5N1 bird flu was diagnosed in a flock of turkeys at Kibbutz Tzora in the Mateh Yehuda Regional Council. Following an unusual mortality of approximately 19,300 turkeys, aged 6.7 weeks, in four chicken coops, sample ... read..

Sharjah's real estate transactions hit record AED40 billion in 2024

Middle East | January 22, 2025 11:12:33 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 22 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah real estate has succeeded in achieving exceptional and unprecedented growth during 2024, with transactions volume amounting to AED 40 billion, and a growth rate of 48 per cent compared to 2023. ... read..

Beirut Airport receives 23rd relief plane carrying 35 tonnes of medical supplies as part of 'UAE stands with Lebanon'

Middle East | January 22, 2025 11:12:31 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE] January 22 (ANI/WAM): Beirut International Airport has received the 23rd UAE relief plane as part of the "UAE stands with Lebanon" campaign, carrying 35 tonnes of medical supplies, including advanced devices and equipment and medical essenti ... read..

Trump administration clearly prioritising bilateral ties with India: Jaishankar

Washington DC | January 22, 2025 11:12:25 PM IST

"I'm not looking to hurt Russia": Trump calls to stop war; threatens tariffs, sanctions

Washington DC | January 22, 2025 10:42:46 PM IST

US President Donald Trump has called for an immediate resolution to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine and warned of potential economic consequences for Russia, including "taxes, tariffs, and sanctions." ... read..

MoHAP set to take part in 50th Arab Health

Middle East | January 22, 2025 10:42:40 PM IST

Dubai [UAE] January 22 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) is gearing up to participate in the 50th edition of Arab Health, the Middle East's largest healthcare event, set to take place from 27th to 30th January 2025, at the Dubai Wor ... read..

Sharjah Public Libraries celebrates centenary

Middle East | January 22, 2025 10:42:31 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE] January 22 (ANI/WAM): Under the directive of Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the supervision of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), ... read..

Dubai Business Women Council, Oracle launch sAIdaty 2025

Middle East | January 22, 2025 10:42:29 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 22 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) and Oracle today announced the launch of sAIdaty 2025, the second edition of the transformative training programme that aims to empower women professionals and entrepreneurs in Dub ... read..

Drought-like conditions emerge in Pakistan due to scarce rainfall

Islamabad | January 22, 2025 9:42:32 PM IST

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Wednesday issued an alert about emerging drought conditions in the country after scarce rainfall, Ary News reported. ... read..

MEA inaugurates Post Office Passport Seva Kendra in tribal region of Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh | January 22, 2025 9:12:39 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has inaugurated a new Post Office Passport Seva Kendra (POPSK) in the tribal region of Araku Alluri Seetharamaraju district of Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday in collaboration with the Department of Posts. ... read..

Congress MP Surjewala urges PM Modi to defend Indian immigrants in US

New Delhi | January 22, 2025 9:12:29 PM IST

Congress MP Randeep Singh Surjewala on Wednesday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take a stand in defending the rights of Indian immigrants in the United States. ... read..

"As emerging economies, China, India need to engage in cooperation": Chinese Foreign Ministry

Beijing | January 22, 2025 9:12:26 PM IST

After External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the need for "mutual respect, sensitivity, and interests" in India-China relations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun highlighted the importance of cooperation between the two nations ... read..

Assam CM Sarma meets 160 business leaders in Japan, advocates for collaboration in healthcare

Tokyo | January 22, 2025 8:12:38 PM IST

After winding up the visit to Seoul for the first leg of the Advantage Assam 2.0 Roadshow, Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma reached Tokyo, to take forward the Advantage Assam Roadshow. ... read..

"Trump will be a friend of Hindu Americans, all Americans," former spiritual advisor to Trump

Davos | January 22, 2025 8:12:24 PM IST

Johnnie Moore, former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump on Wednesday spoke about religious freedom as a priority for the Trump 2.0 administration, the issue of Khalistan, revised immigration policies and how India-US ties would progress under Donald Trump ... read..

Imran Khan defends Al Qadir Trust, Bushra Bibi, calls for international support on human rights violations

Rawalpindi | January 22, 2025 7:42:34 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan held a conversation with his lawyers and media representatives at Adiala Jail, where he defended the Al-Qadir Trust, addressed the cases against his wife Bushra Bibi, and called for the establishment of a judicial ... read..

"It's going to be golden age for Indian-American friendship!": Former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump

Davos | January 22, 2025 7:42:30 PM IST

Johnnie Moore, former spiritual advisor to Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed the India-US ties under US President Donald Trump's first administration and expressed confidence for the ties to deepen further with the onset of the second term of US President ... read..

Quad nations commit to strengthen regional maritime, supply chain security in Indo-Pacific

New Delhi | January 22, 2025 7:12:31 PM IST

The Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, Japan, and the United States Secretary of State on Tuesday emphasized the Quad alliance's commitment to boosting regional maritime, economic, technology, and supply chain security in the Indo-Pacific. ... read..

TThailand announces measures against Pakistanis travelling with fake documents

Islamabad | January 22, 2025 7:12:22 PM IST

Thailand has announced stringent measures against Pakistanis travelling on forged documents, according to a report by ARY News. ... read..

Indonesian marching contingent to take part in Republic Day Parade, several MoUs expected to be signed during President Prabowo's visit

New Delhi | January 22, 2025 6:42:37 PM IST

With Indonesia President Prabowo Subianto as Chief Guest at this year's Republic Day, a 352-member marching and band contingent from the country will be participating in at the Parade on the Kartvya Path in the national capital. ... read..

UAE Ambassador meets Bahraini Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications

Middle East | January 22, 2025 6:12:48 PM IST

Manama [Bahrain], January 22 (ANI/WAM): Fahad Mohammed bin Kardous Alameri, UAE Ambassador to Bahrain, has met with Sheikh Abdullah bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, and discussed strengthening cooperation ... read..

Taiwan prosecutors indict retired military personnel, five others for allegedly creating organisation to assist China

Taipei | January 22, 2025 6:12:37 PM IST

Taiwan's High Prosecutors' Office said on Wednesday that it has indicted retired army lieutenant general Kao An-kuo and five others for allegedly creating an organization in Taiwan to assist China in the event of a military invasion, according to the Taip ... read..

UAE President receives Iranian Vice President during working visit to UAE

Middle East | January 22, 2025 6:12:34 PM IST

Al Ain [UAE], January 22 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Shina Ansari, Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Head of the Department of Environment, who is on a working visit to the UAE. ... read..

UK: Prince Harry settles lawsuit against News Group Newspapers, receives "unequivocal apology"

London | January 22, 2025 6:12:24 PM IST

Prince Harry has resolved his legal dispute with News Group Newspapers (NGN), the UK media company owned by Rupert Murdoch, according to his lawyer, as reported by CBS News. ... read..

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te encourages local army garrisons in Taitung to safeguard national security

Taitung | January 22, 2025 5:42:32 PM IST

Taiwan's President, Lai Ching-te, paid a visit to Taitung on Tuesday to motivate and encourage the local army garrisons and highlight the role they play in safeguarding national security. ... read..

"Ukraine glad to see people in captivity returning home": Zelenskyy during meeting with Israeli counterpart

Davos | January 22, 2025 4:42:47 PM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, speaking at the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), highlighted key discussions on Ukrainian-Israeli cooperation during a meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog. ... read..

RAK to host Stevie Awards ceremony on February 22

Middle East | January 22, 2025 3:43:04 PM IST

Ras Al Khaimah [UAE], January 22 (ANI)/WAM): The Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah will host a ceremony on 22nd February to honour the winners of the Stevie Awards for the Middle East and North Africa for 2025. ... read..

UAE leaders offer condolences to Turkish President over victims of hotel fire

Middle East | January 22, 2025 3:42:43 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 22 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkiye over the victims of a fire in a hotel in Bolu Province, which resulted in dozens of deaths a ... read..

UAE: Domotex Middle East to launch on April 22 in Dubai

Middle East | January 22, 2025 3:42:39 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 22 (ANI/WAM): Building on the resounding success of its 2024 edition, DOMOTEX Middle East is set to return to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from 22 to 24 April 2025, promising an expanded showcase of cutting-edge flooring innova ... read..

Ukraine Embassy in India celebrates "Chain of Unity"

New Delhi | January 22, 2025 3:12:50 PM IST

The Ukrainian Embassy in India celebrated the "Chain of Unity" on Wednesday. The Ukraine Embassy team in India along with the Ukrainian community formed a symbolic "Chain of Unity" to honour the occasion. ... read..

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