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Belarus FM Sergei Aleinik thanks India for supporting its SCO membership

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 11:26:11 PM IST

Belarus Foreign Minister Sergei Aleinik thanked India for supporting its application for full-fledged membership at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), while pressing for a just, fair and multi-polar world order. ... read..

Taiwan: Supervisory Committee impeach male judge for molesting female colleague

Asia | March 13, 2024 11:25:55 PM IST

Taipei [Taiwan], March 13 (ANI/CNA): A male judge of the Shilin District Court surnamed Cai was suspended for allegedly molesting a female colleague. ... read..

US House passes bill to ban Chinese social media TikTok, headed for Senate's approval

Washington DC | March 13, 2024 10:27:10 PM IST

The US House of Representatives passed a bill on Wednesday that could ban Chinese social media TikTok for US users, CNN reported. ... read..

"India's importance to New Zealand's society, economy and security is growing," says New Zealand Dy PM

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 10:26:52 PM IST

New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters, who is on a three-day official visit to India, has said that India's importance to New Zealand's society, economy and security is growing, as he lauded the ties between the two nations. ... read..

Jain delegation meets German envoy Ackermann, requests for handing over Baby Ariha

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 9:26:40 PM IST

A Jain delegation met German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann on Tuesday, and highlighted the "heartbreaking" situation of Baby Ariha, who is in German foster care and requested him to work on handing over the child's custody to the Indian government. ... read..

"My responsibility has increased...": Nepal PM after winning third floor test in 15 months

Kathmandu | March 13, 2024 9:26:33 PM IST

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, after winning the vote of confidence in the Nepali Parliament for the third time in 15 months, said that he feels that his responsibility has further increased as the country is struggling to maintain political sta ... read..

Nepal PM secures majority for third time in 15 months

Kathmandu | March 13, 2024 8:25:54 PM IST

Amid a string of political upheavals in Nepal, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' secured a majority in a vote of confidence on Wednesday. ... read..

President Murmu successfully wraps up her 3-day state visit to Mauritius, receives warm send-off from PM Jugnauth

Port Louis | March 13, 2024 8:25:48 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu successfully concluded her State visit to Mauritius on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..

World Sindhi Congress General Secy raises concern over religious extremism

Geneva | March 13, 2024 8:25:29 PM IST

The General Secretary of World Sindhi Congress Lakhu Lohana participated in the Symposium on Religious Extremism and Terrorism in Africa and Asia held in Geneva. ... read..

Five terrorists stopped attempting Jerusalem terror attack

Middle East | March 13, 2024 7:26:48 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 13 (ANI/TPS): Overnight, five terrorists were shot and stopped by Israeli security forces when they attempted to carry out a terrorist attack on a road that runs along the northern end of Jerusalem, between the Ramot and Givat Ze' ... read..

PoK: Price hikes in Gilgit-Baltistan make life difficult for traders during Ramzan

Skardu | March 13, 2024 7:26:36 PM IST

Uncontrolled inflation in Pakistan is now becoming a matter of concern for citizens in Pakistan, especially during the ongoing month of Ramzan. ... read..

"India's development partnership anchored on Mauritian priorities": Foreign Secretary Kwatra

Port Louis | March 13, 2024 7:26:25 PM IST

India on Wednesday highlighted that the development partnership with Mauritius and Global South is based on the priorities of receiving countries under its 'Neighbourhood First' policy. ... read..

Japan: Tokyo Metropolitan government working for solar future using perovskite technology

Tokyo | March 13, 2024 7:26:03 PM IST

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is spearheading de-carbonization activity at the Morigasaki Water Reclamation Center in Ota District, Tokyo, under which the latest solar power generation perovskite solar cell has been set up as a demonstration experimen ... read..

China: Two killed in deadly restaurant blast in city near Beijing

Beijing | March 13, 2024 7:26:02 PM IST

At least two people were killed and 26 more were injured after a massive blast, suspected to be a gas explosion, ripped through a residential neighbourhood in northern China on Wednesday, CNN reported. ... read..

Mauritius one of very important component...under India's neighbourhood policy priorities: FS Kwatra

Port Louis | March 13, 2024 6:27:15 PM IST

Lauding the partnership between the two nations, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra has said that Mauritius is a very important component and segment of the priorities under India's neighbourhood policy. ... read..

ADIO expands Abu Dhabi's trade links with Western Australia

Middle East | March 13, 2024 4:27:51 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 13 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has signed a collaboration Letter of Intent with Western Australia's (WA) Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation to accelerate growth across shared areas of economic ... read..

"India setting itself up for major logistics success", says DHL Express CEO

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 4:27:50 PM IST

John Pearson, global CEO of DHL Express, emphasized on Wednesday that India is a good market for them, adding that the country is poised for major logistics success. ... read..

India, Dominican Republic sign agreement on establishing joint eco, trade committee

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 4:27:42 PM IST

India and the Dominican Republic has signed a protocol for the establishment of the Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO) with the Dominican Republic at Santo Domingo, the Ministry of Commerce said in a statement on Wednesday. ... read..

Russian president Putin warns west, says Russia 'ready for nuclear war'

Moscow | March 13, 2024 3:26:51 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that Russia is ready for a nuclear war if the US harms their sovereignty and independence, Russian state media RIA Novosti stated. ... read..

New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters calls on Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 3:26:44 PM IST

New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, called on Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday at the Upa-Rashtrapati Nivas in New Delhi. ... read..

Bhutan PM Dasho Tshering Tobgay to visit India from March 14-18

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 3:26:27 PM IST

Bhutan's Prime Minister, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, will pay an official visit to India from March 14 to 18 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Baloch human rights activists urge UNHRC to intervene in deteriorating rights violations in Balochistan

Geneva | March 13, 2024 1:26:25 PM IST

A Baloch Human Rights Council (BHRC) delegation, during the 55th session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), submitted a memorandum highlighting the deteriorating human rights situation in Balochistan and urging the international organisation to inter ... read..

Japan's first private-sector rocket explodes seconds after launch

Tokyo | March 13, 2024 12:27:03 PM IST

A Japanese first privately developed rocket, 'Kairos', exploded seconds after liftoff from a spaceport in western Japan, following its launch on Wednesday, reported Kyodo News. ... read..

US: Biden, Trump clinch presidential nominations, set for another general election rematch

Washington, DC | March 13, 2024 10:29:41 AM IST

US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have secured the Democratic and Republican presidential nominations, respectively, setting up a rematch with each other, according to CNN. ... read..

Amid dropping popularity, Nepal PM Prachanda heads for third vote of confidence within 15 months

Kathmandu | March 13, 2024 9:29:43 AM IST

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal is set to take his third vote of confidence within 15 months after forging a new alliance earlier this month. ... read..

Putin critic Navalny's former chief of staff, Leonid Volkov, attacked in Lithuania

Vilnius | March 13, 2024 9:29:39 AM IST

Late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's former chief of staff, Leonid Volkov, was attacked outside his house in the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, reported CNN, citing Navalny's spokesperson. ... read..

'New Bharat on way to become one of top three global economies': President Murmu in Mauritius

Port Louis | March 13, 2024 7:30:17 AM IST

During her state visit to Mauritius, President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday declared India's advancement across all domains, emphasizing the nation's dynamic and progressive trajectory. She said that the 'New Bharat' is on the brink of joining the top three ... read..

Speculation continues to swirl around fate of Hamas leader possibly killed in airstrike

Middle East | March 13, 2024 7:30:13 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 13 (ANI/TPS): Both Hamas and the Israel Defence Forces are trying to ascertain whether the terror group's number three man in Gaza was killed in an airstrike over the weekend. ... read..

2nd Sharjah Animation Conference to take place from May 1-5

Middle East | March 13, 2024 7:30:11 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], March 13 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is set to return with the 2nd edition of the Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC), a first-of-its-kind event that brings the vibrancy and creativity of the animation and publishing industry ... read..

Russia claims thwarting attacks by pro-Ukrainian Russian forces on its territory

Kyiv | March 13, 2024 6:25:49 AM IST

The Russian Defence Ministry claimed on Tuesday that it thwarted attacks by 'Ukrainian terrorist formations' after they attempted to enter its territory from three directions, CNN reported. ... read..

Haiti PM Ariel Henry resigns amid escalating violence and looting

Port-au-Prince | March 13, 2024 5:26:10 AM IST

Haiti's Prime Minister Ariel Henry has tendered his resignation to step down from his post after violence and looting loomed in the Caribbean nation, where gangs have been attacking government structures and social order is on the brink of collapse, Al Ja ... read..

NIELIT, ITI Egypt sign MoU to enhance workforce skills and foster international cooperation

Cairo | March 13, 2024 4:25:37 AM IST

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) in India and the Information Technology Institute (ITI) in Egypt signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance workforce skills, promote employment opportunities, address sk ... read..

15 killed as Russian military cargo plane crashes near Moscow

Moscow | March 13, 2024 4:25:33 AM IST

15 people were killed after a Russian military cargo plane crashed near a cemetery in the Ivanovo region northeast of Moscow on Tuesday, as reported by The New York Post. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar discusses UNSC reforms, global issues with New Zealand counterpart

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 3:25:24 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a 'productive' meeting with New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, on Tuesday, discussing cooperation in Commonwealth and the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) ref ... read..

Thailand: Over 2 lakh devotees pay respects to Buddha's relics on last day of exposition in Ubon Ratchathani

Ubon Ratchathani | March 13, 2024 3:25:21 AM IST

Thousands of devotees paid homage to the holy relics of Lord Buddha and his two disciples in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, on Tuesday. ... read..

"India very important to us": New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters on bilateral visit

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 2:26:05 AM IST

New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister, Winston Peters, who is on an official visit to India, emphasized the significance of India to his country and highlighted the importance of the meetings for strengthening bilateral relations. ... read..

Israel hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Middle East | March 13, 2024 12:26:40 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that its fighter jets attacked Tuesday morning three rocket launchers in Lebanon belonging to the terrorist group Hezbollah. Rockets were fired from these launchers at the Gol ... read..

Israel's Foreign Minister applied 'great pressure' on UN over Israeli hostages in Gaza

Middle East | March 13, 2024 12:26:38 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz is returning to Israel from New York with a delegation of families of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza that attended a meeting of the UN Security Council on the findings of the rep ... read..

Israel's exports drop in 2023

Middle East | March 13, 2024 12:26:36 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reported that the country's foreign trade price indices for the year 2023 dropped. ... read..

'We continue to work as partners to achieve free, open Indo-Pacific': US on India testing missile with MIRV

Washington DC | March 13, 2024 12:26:29 AM IST

Reaffirming the vision of a 'free and open' Indo-Pacific after India tested the Agni-5 missile with MIRV technology, the United States said that it will continue to work as a partner with India and other countries in the region. ... read..

US trying to help India get lower prices for Russian oil, says advisor to Joe Biden

Washington DC | March 13, 2024 12:26:03 AM IST

As the United States is deepening sanctions on tankers carrying petroleum above Western price caps, it is also trying to help India negotiate lower prices for Russian oil, Reuters reported citing the Biden administration's energy envoy on Tuesday. ... read..

PM Modi, Rishi Sunak discuss 'Roadmap 2030'; assess progress on FTA

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 12:25:59 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation on Tuesday with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rishi Sunak and both leaders expressed satisfaction with the progress made under the Roadmap 2030. ... read..

Mauritius: President Murmu holds discussions with several top leaders

Port Louis | March 13, 2024 12:25:44 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu held meetings with several top leaders in Mauritius on Tuesday, during her ongoing visit to the nation. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters

New Delhi | March 13, 2024 12:25:30 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the Foreign Minister of New Zealand, Winston Peters on Tuesday and said that he looks forward to 'productive talks'. ... read..

Shimla: Tibetan women-in-exile hold candle march marking 65th national women uprising anniversary

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 12, 2024 11:26:18 PM IST

Tibetan women-in-exile held a candle march in the north Indian hill town of Shimla, marking the 65th anniversary of Tibetan Women's National Uprising Day and protesting against the atrocities being committed by the Chinese authorities in Tibet. ... read..

Will free January 6 "hostages" on first day if re-elected, says Donald Trump

Washington DC | March 12, 2024 10:25:20 PM IST

Former President Donald Trump has vowed that he will free all the people who are imprisoned in connection with the January 6 Capitol Riots, on the very first day of assuming office, Fox News reported. ... read..

Social audits fail to identify state-imposed forced labour: World Uyghur Congress

Munich | March 12, 2024 10:25:05 PM IST

The atrocities of China in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region (XUAR) were highlighted by 62 major human rights groups, stating that any audit will fail to comprehend the level of suppression that the Uyghur community faces in China, World Uyghur Congre ... read..

PM Modi, Rishi Sunak discuss early conclusion of "mutually beneficial" Free Trade Agreement

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 10:24:58 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a conversation with his British counterpart Rishi Sunak and discussed the early conclusion of the Free Trade Agreement between India and the United Kingdom. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan, Qureshi have no right to appeal against cypher case conviction, argues Federal Investigation Agency

Islamabad | March 12, 2024 9:26:23 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) witnessed a debate when the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) challenged the right of former Prime Minister Imran Khan and ex-Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi to appeal against their conviction in the cypher case, Paki ... read..

Baloch activists raise 'anti-Pakistan' slogans at UNHRC in Geneva

Geneva | March 12, 2024 9:26:16 PM IST

The Baloch National Movement (BNM) organized an 'anti-Pakistan protest' at the Broken Chair sculpture in Geneva during the 55th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Tuesday. ... read..

President Murmu participates as Chief Guest at Mauritius National Day, witnesses Indian Navy contingent

Port Louis | March 12, 2024 9:26:00 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu participated as the Chief Guest at the 56th Mauritius Independence Day celebrations and appreciated the growing ties between the two countries. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan's party plans 'shadow cabinet' to scrutinise "stolen mandate government" in Punjab

Lahore | March 12, 2024 8:25:45 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has decided to form a shadow cabinet in Punjab to monitor the performance of the provincial government in each administrative department, Dawn reported. ... read..

PoK: Government employees organise sit-ins demanding timely salaries, promotions, regularisation

Muzaffarabad | March 12, 2024 8:25:27 PM IST

Hundreds of government employees belonging to the Maternal Child Programme (MNCH) on Monday, protested outside the Muzaffarabad CM secretariat, alleging being backstabbed by the Pakistani administration. ... read..

EAM S Jaishankar holds discussions with Belarusian Foreign Minister on defence partnership

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 7:27:29 PM IST

External Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held discussions with Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Aleinik on bilateral ties including development partnership in the field of defence. ... read..

Ishaq Dar assumes office as Pakistan's new foreign minister

Islamabad | March 12, 2024 7:26:56 PM IST

Pakistan's new foreign minister, Muhammad Ishaq Dar formally assumed office on Tuesday, according to a statement by the country's ministry of foreign affairs. ... read..

"Securing shared Indian Ocean waters, sharing Covid vaccines...": President Murmu hails India-Mauritius relations

Port Louis | March 12, 2024 7:26:49 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu hailed the ties between India and Mauritius, stating that the relations have grown stronger through the decades, while securing the shared waters of the Indian Ocean, sharing Covid vaccines during the pandemic and supporting each ... read..

China: National People's Congress stresses on tighter control, push for high-tech

Beijing | March 12, 2024 7:26:48 PM IST

As China continues to grapple with a struggling economy, the main message by the leaders at the National People's Congress was pushing for a high-tech powerhouse amid an intensifying tech war with the United States, CNN reported. ... read..

At Geneva, Baloch National movement seek urgent global support against rights violations by Pakistan

Geneva | March 12, 2024 7:26:06 PM IST

The Baloch National Movement (BNM) highlighted the issue of human rights violations by Pakistan in Balochistan and demanded urgent action on the situation while seeking support from the international community. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan barred from holding meetings in Adiala Jail for two weeks

Rawalpindi | March 12, 2024 7:25:50 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder and the country's former Prime Minister Imran Khan has been prohibited for two weeks from holding meetings inside Rawalpindi's Adiala jail, where is currently serving sentence, Geo News reported on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel extends mandatory retirement age

Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:40 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel is extending the mandatory retirement age for employees. ... read..

Hamas compound found as Israeli raids continue in Khan Yunis

Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:38 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel uncovered a Hamas military compound and seized weapons as raids in the Hamad Towers district of Khan Yunis continued, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday. ... read..

Israel's Foreign Ministers slams UN Secy Gen for 'unacceptable' response to Hamas massacre

Middle East | March 12, 2024 4:27:34 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 12 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister, Israel Katz, sent a letter of rebuke to UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres over his response to the atrocities committed by the Hamas terrorist group during the massacre of October 7, 20 ... read..

EAM Jaishankar thanks outgoing UK envoy Alex Ellis for strengthening ties with India

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 3:26:44 PM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, on Tuesday warmly welcomed and bid farewell to the outgoing UK High Commissioner, Alex Ellis, while thanking him for strengthening bilateral relationship with India. ... read..

US intelligence report raises concerns over Netanyahu's political "viability" as leader of Israel

Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 3:26:34 PM IST

US intelligence community has highlighted concerns over the political future of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, indicating that his "viability as a leader" is "in jeopardy," CNN reported. ... read..

Pak Senate faces dysfunction as over half of members retire, elections set for April 2

Islamabad | March 12, 2024 3:25:58 PM IST

The Pakistan Senate found itself in a state of dysfunction as more than half of its members retired on Monday night, leaving the upper house of parliament in a challenging situation for the next three weeks, Dawn reported. ... read..

"India is just getting started in this": US Congressman hails PM Modi's engagement in averting Russia's 'nuclear threat' to Ukraine

Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 2:26:08 PM IST

In light of a recent report that credits outreach by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, among other global leaders, to Russian President Vladamir Putin in helping to prevent a "potential nuclear attack" on Ukraine, two US Congressmen opine that India, known fo ... read..

Pak senior police official arrested for smuggling Gutka, drugs

Karachi | March 12, 2024 2:26:06 PM IST

A Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Ahmed Karim Jilani, found himself in legal trouble after being apprehended in the act of smuggling Gutka and various drugs, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu conferred with honorary doctorate by University of Mauritius

Port Louis | March 12, 2024 2:25:26 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the honorary degree of Doctor of Civil Law by the University of Mauritius on Tuesday. ... read..

Rights activists highlight concerns over terrorism, extremism in Pakistan, call for action at international symposium

Geneva | March 12, 2024 1:27:17 PM IST

In a symposium held in Geneva, experts and activists shed light on the ongoing issues of terrorism and religious extremism in Pakistan, emphasising the impact on peace in South Asia. ... read..

"Does not stand to reason": India rejects comments by China on PM Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 12:26:40 PM IST

India on Monday sent out a strong rebuttal to China for the latter's comments on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Arunachal Pradesh stating that the northeastern State will always be "an integral and inalienable part of India". ... read..

Deinstitutionalise mental health care, strengthen community-based services: WHO

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 11:26:50 AM IST

The World Health Organisation today called on countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region to prioritise the transition from long-stay institutional mental health services to community-based care, to ensure these services are accessible, equitable, and sti ... read..

EDF, ORF report explores G20 carbon pricing experience, Global South prospects

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 10:26:53 AM IST

The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) and Observer Research Foundation (ORF) on Tuesday unveiled their collaborative report, titled "Navigating Carbon Pricing: The G20 Experience and Global South Prospects," to highlight the "complex landscape" of carbon p ... read..

Visit by NSA Doval to Israel, meeting with PM Netanyahu reaffirms India's "genuine friendship, empathy": American Jewish Community official

Washington, DC | March 12, 2024 10:26:38 AM IST

Following a pivotal meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel, the American Jewish Community has emphasised the significance of India's support for the West Asian country during the current challe ... read..

India questions 'Veto' blocking terrorist listings at UNSC, citing doublespeak concerns

New York | March 12, 2024 9:27:11 AM IST

India has strongly condemned the countries that use their veto powers to block evidence-based terrorist listings at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and said the practice is uncalled for and smacks of doublespeak to the council's commitment in t ... read..

China maintains defence budget growth despite economic travails

Asia | March 12, 2024 9:27:10 AM IST

At the 14th National People's Congress, China announced its defence budget for 2024 and interestingly maintained the growth rate of its military expenditure at precisely the same percentage as last year, as Chairman Xi Jinping continues to prioritize the ... read..

India approves OCI card for 7th generation of Indian-origin Mauritians: President Murmu

Port Louis | March 12, 2024 7:26:45 AM IST

In a landmark decision, India approved a special provision to grant an Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) card to the 7th generation of Indian origin people in Mauritius, President Droupadi Murmu said on Monday. ... read..

India brought in new global vision through philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam': Hardeep Puri

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 6:25:38 AM IST

Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, met with representatives of United Nations missions and agencies in India on Monday, emphasizing India's new global vision through the philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.' ... read..

'Big win for persecuted minorities': US-based advocacy group welcomes CAA rules' notification

New Jersey | March 12, 2024 5:26:48 AM IST

The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA), a US-based advocacy group, welcomed the formal notification of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in India and said that the decision is a 'big win' for the persecuted religious minorities of Pakistan, Ba ... read..

Deputy PM of New Zealand Winston Peters arrives in Delhi for bilateral talks

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 4:26:15 AM IST

New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters, who is on an official visit to India, arrived in New Delhi on Monday evening. ... read..

Belarusian Foreign Minister Sergei Aleinik arrives in Delhi

New Delhi | March 12, 2024 4:26:13 AM IST

Belarusian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sergei Aleinik, arrived in Delhi on Monday night to hold meetings with prominent leaders and ministers and discuss India-Belarus bilateral ties. ... read..

President Murmu presents RuPay card to Mauritius PM Jugnauth; discusses bilateral relations

Port Louis | March 12, 2024 4:26:11 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu held a "tete-a-tete" meeting with Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jagnauth on Monday to discuss ways to further strengthen India-Mauritius bilateral relations. ... read..

NSA Ajit Doval discusses Gaza war, humanitarian assistance with Israeli PM Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | March 12, 2024 2:26:13 AM IST

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Monday called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed the ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza. ... read..

Indian, Russian students compare traditions of Maslenitsa and Holi festivals during TV BRICS teleconference

New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:50 PM IST

TV BRICS and the global outreach initiative "Modern Russian" convened a teleconference with Jawaharlal Nehru University's Center of Russian Studies in New Delhi for the third time on Monday. ... read..

"A proud Atmanirbhar Bharat moment": EAM Jaishankar congratulates DRDO on first flight test of Agni-5 missile

New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:37 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar congratulated the scientists of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday for the first flight test of the Agni-5 missile, and said that it is a proud 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' moment. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar engages with Central Asian Youth Delegation, highlights India's tech-tradition blend

New Delhi | March 11, 2024 11:55:31 PM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, recently hosted a youth delegation from Central Asian countries during their immersion visit to India. ... read..

Mauritius: First training squadron of Indian Navy arrives at Port Louis

Port Louis | March 11, 2024 10:56:25 PM IST

Building bridges of friendship whilst training young minds, the ships of the First Training Squadron (1TS) comprising INS Tir and CGS Sarathi arrived in Port Louis, Mauritius on Monday. ... read..

US singer Mary Millben hails Citizenship Amendment Act as 'Pathway to Peace'

New Delhi | March 11, 2024 10:56:18 PM IST

African-American actress and singer Mary Millben expressed her support for India's recent implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act on Monday, stating, "This is a pathway towards peace. This is a true act of democracy." ... read..

Pakistan: PTI Chairman appeals court to meet Imran Khan in Adiala Jail

Islamabad | March 11, 2024 9:56:21 PM IST

The Chairman of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, petitioned the court on Monday, seeking permission to meet former Prime Minister Imran Khan at Adiala Jail, according to ARY News. ... read..

New Zealand's Deputy PM Winston Peters meets Gujarat CM

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 11, 2024 9:56:01 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel held a meeting with New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, in Gandhinagar on Monday. ... read..

Pakistan: PTI's Omar Ayub urges nationwide peaceful protests against rigging in general elections

Islamabad | March 11, 2024 9:55:59 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Omar Ayub called for nationwide peaceful protests across Pakistan against alleged rigging in the general elections held on February 8, reported Dunya News. ... read..

"I do occasionally experiment...": Princess of Wales apologizes for editing Mother's Day photo

London | March 11, 2024 9:55:57 PM IST

Over rising concerns about the Mother's Day picture being manipulated, Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has taken responsibility and apologized for the edited official photograph, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..

Islamabad Police register FIR against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders

Islamabad | March 11, 2024 8:56:38 PM IST

Police in Islamabad have registered new complaints against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders, including Sher Afzal Marwat and others for allegedly blocking the road during protests, ARY News reported on Monday. ... read..

Kazakhstan advances preservation efforts under its Chairmanship of International Fund for Saving Aral Sea

Astana | March 11, 2024 8:56:22 PM IST

After assuming the chairmanship of the International Fund for Saving Aral Sea for 2024-2026, Astana is increasing cooperation on the integrated use and protection of water resources, addressing environmental issues, socio-economic aspects, and introducing ... read..

Iceland's Foreign Minister taps geothermal potential in Ladakh and Himachal; optimistic on direct air connectivity

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | March 11, 2024 7:56:18 PM IST

The Foreign Minister of Iceland, Bjarni Benediktsson, emphasized on Monday that the two countries, India and Iceland, are collaborating closely on tapping geothermal energy in Ladakh and Himachal Pradesh. ... read..

Ahmadiyya community in UK organises National Peace Symposium

London | March 11, 2024 6:56:41 PM IST

The Ahmadiyya Community in London organised a National Peace Symposium on March 9 amidst the escalating regional and global conflicts, with the theme 'Building a Sustainable Peace'. ... read..

PoK: Secretariat employees association holds rally, demands fair treatment

Muzaffarabad | March 11, 2024 5:56:52 PM IST

In response to the government's discriminatory policies, the Secretariat Employees Association held a rally in Muzaffarabad, a city in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. ... read..

Israel's Defence Minister prepares for new Gaza pier for delivering aid

Middle East | March 11, 2024 5:56:48 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 11 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant on Sunday sailed together with Israeli naval forces near the shores of Gaza, in order to assess the work planned for the establishment of a maritime corridor for the delivery ... read..

Pakistan: President Zardari administers oath to PM Shehbaz's 19-member cabinet

Islamabad | March 11, 2024 5:56:28 PM IST

President Asif Ali Zardari has officiated the oath-taking ceremony for a 19-member cabinet, a proposal put forth earlier on Monday by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. ... read..

President Murmu arrives in Mauritius on 3-day state visit, to inaugurate 14 India-assisted projects with PM Jugnauth

Port Louis | March 11, 2024 5:55:59 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Mauritius on a three day state visit on Monday. ... read..

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