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Israel takes steps to increase communications competition

Middle East | March 29, 2024 7:57:53 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 29 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Communications increased competition and "significantly and immediately" reduced the prices for using Bezeq's (Israel's national telephone company) infrastructure. ... read..

US destroys four drones launched by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen

Sanaa | March 29, 2024 7:57:49 AM IST

The United States Central Command successfully destroyed four unmanned aerial systems (UAS) launched by Iranian-backed Houthi terrorists in Yemen on Thursday, the US Central Command said. ... read..

"Brutal policy of killing, dumping Baloch people by state continues unabated": Baloch Yakjehti Committee

Balochistan | March 29, 2024 6:57:32 AM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee on Thursday emphasised that the brutal policy of killing and dumping Baloch people by the state continues unabated, adding that the enforced disappearances of Baloch people have deeply scarred the lives of Baloch people. ... read..

Earthquake of 4.6 magnitude jolts Afghanistan

Kabul | March 29, 2024 6:57:27 AM IST

An earthquake of 4.6 magnitude struck Afghanistan in the wee hours of Friday, the National Centre for Seismology stated. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar shares glimpse from his two-day visit to Malaysia

New Delhi | March 29, 2024 4:57:57 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar shared glimpse from his two-day official visit to Malaysia on Thursday, highlighting the meetings he held with the ministers. ... read..

South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma barred from running in May elections

Cape Town | March 29, 2024 4:57:53 AM IST

South Africa's former President Jacob Zuma has been barred from contesting upcoming elections scheduled for May, the electoral commission said, as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to hold rally on Sunday in solidarity with IHC judges

Islamabad | March 29, 2024 3:57:23 AM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) announced plans to hold a street power show on Sunday to extend support for the autonomy of the judiciary and the release of party founder Imran Khan, as reported by Geo News. ... read..

8 people killed after pickup truck falls into gorge in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | March 29, 2024 2:57:28 AM IST

At least eight people of a family died on Thursday after a pickup truck fell into a gorge in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Buner in Pakistan, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

"Government's attempts to scare and intimidate opposition leaders will fail', says Former Maldivian FM

Male | March 29, 2024 1:57:56 AM IST

Former Maldivian minister of foreign affairs, Abdulla Shahid, condemned the intimidation of opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) Chairperson Fayyaz Ismail by summoning him to be questioned on "baseless allegations" on Thursday. ... read..

Neurologist raises alarm on Epilepsy risk among injured Israeli soldiers

Middle East | March 28, 2024 11:58:14 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): With numerous Israeli soldiers being treated for war injuries showing symptoms of epilepsy, one doctor is working to raise awareness for the condition. ... read..

UAE: 'Birds of Goodness' executes 17th humanitarian aid airdrop in north Gaza

Middle East | March 28, 2024 11:58:10 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 28 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the implementation of the 17th airdrop of humanitarian and relief aid as part of the "Birds of Goodness" operation. ... read..

Emirates Red Crescent concludes Al Khair Medical Week in Yemen

Middle East | March 28, 2024 11:58:01 PM IST

Mukalla [Yemen], March 28 (ANI/WAM): Al Khair Medical Week organised by the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) at the Al Mahwar Medical Centre in Rabwat Khalaf in the city of Mukalla, Hadramaut Governorate, Yemen, witnessed a large turnout from the local populat ... read..

"India is completing rather than competing with Israel," says Israeli envoy Naor Gilon

Patiala (Punjab) | March 28, 2024 11:57:59 PM IST

Stating that India is "completing" rather than "competing" with Israel, Israeli Ambassador to India, Naor Gilon said that New Delhi and Tel Aviv can combine their technological capabilities in developing products and marketing them globally. ... read..

Pakistan Election Commission hints at postponing Senate polls in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Report

Islamabad | March 28, 2024 11:57:52 PM IST

Amid issue of oath-taking on reserved seats in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), in a seven-page verdict, has hinted at postponing the Senate election in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which is scheduled to be held on April 2, Pakistan-b ... read..

French envoy Thierry Mathou meets Telangana CM Revanth Reddy

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 11:57:50 PM IST

The French Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, held a meeting with Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Thursday. He stressed that Telangana is already a destination of choice for many firms and expressed willingness to do more together for innovati ... read..

Pakistan: Power regulatory authority allows govt to hike electricity rates by PKR 2.75 per unit

Islamabad | March 28, 2024 11:57:45 PM IST

The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Thursday permitted Pakistan's federal government to increase electricity rates by Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 2.75 per unit for all consumers in Pakistan for three months from April to June, with addi ... read..

In close touch with Indians on board ship, local authorities: MEA on Maryland bridge collapse

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 10:58:44 PM IST

India is in close touch with the Indians on board and the local authorities in the US, regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Maryland after the Singapore-flagged container ship 'Dali' collided with one of the pillars, the Ministry of External ... read..

Pakistan's top court allows military courts to pronounce reserved verdicts in May 9 riots

Islamabad | March 28, 2024 10:58:42 PM IST

The Pakistani Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the military courts to pronounce reserved verdicts in cases pertaining to civilians held for their alleged involvement in the May 9 riots, Dawn reported. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Chamber establishes working group to champion needs of startups and SMEs in Abu Dhabi

Middle East | March 28, 2024 10:58:29 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 28 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) has formed a working group specifically for startups and small and medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

New video released to increase awareness on October 7 acts of violence against women

Middle East | March 28, 2024 9:58:22 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Authority for the Advancement of the Status of Women released a "Unity" video intended to increase awareness about the barbaric acts of violence committed against women during the October 7th massacre. ... read..

"No role for any gratuitous advice by unrelated third parties": MEA on China's comments on Pannun case

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 9:58:15 PM IST

Hitting back at China over its comments on the investigation into the foiled assassination plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the Ministry of External Affairs said that India and the United States are capable of dealing with any is ... read..

Dubai Municipality issues guidance for businesses on single use plastics ban

Asia | March 28, 2024 9:58:08 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], March 28 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality (DM) has published additional guidance for businesses on the single use plastics ban that was issued in January following a resolution by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of ... read..

India sees UNSC resolution on ceasefire in Gaza as "positive development": MEA

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 8:58:11 PM IST

India sees the UN Security Council resolution calling for an "immediate ceasefire" in Gaza and the "unconditional" release of all hostages by Hamas, as a "positive development", the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. ... read..

Sita Ram Meena appointed as India's next ambassador to Niger

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 8:58:02 PM IST

Sita Ram Meena has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Niger, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan: PM Shehbaz holds meeting with Chief Justice Isa on allegations by judges of ISI interference

Islamabad | March 28, 2024 8:57:40 PM IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with Chief Justice of Pakistan Qazi Faez Isa to discuss the allegations levelled by Islamabad High Court judges accusing the country's spy agencies of interfering in judicial matters, Geo News reported ... read..

"China may repeat its baseless claims...": India lambasts Beijing on Arunachal Pradesh

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 7:58:13 PM IST

Reiterating that Arunachal Pradesh is an "integral and inalienable part of India," the Ministry of External Affairs said that China may repeat its "baseless claims" as many times as they want. but that will not change the position. ... read..

Constantly in touch with Russian authorities: MEA on Indian nationals seeking discharge from Russian Army

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 7:57:57 PM IST

India is constantly in touch with Russian authorities to have Indian nationals released and discharged from the Russian army as early as possible, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a press briefing on Thursday. ... read..

"Shehbaz Sharif-led govt will collapse if...": JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman

Islamabad | March 28, 2024 6:59:19 PM IST

Expressing doubts over the future of the Shehbaz Sharif-led ruling coalition in Pakistan, Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said the new government will not be able to deliver and collapse if people take to the streets, Geo New ... read..

Any external imputation "completely unacceptable": India after US' remarks on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 6:59:13 PM IST

Stating that India is proud of its "robust and independent" democratic institutions, the Ministry of External Affairs called the remarks by US State Department on the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal as "unwarranted", adding that any such ex ... read..

Ukraine Foreign Minister Kuleba, Jaishankar to discuss global and regional issues of common concern: MEA

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 6:58:48 PM IST

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, who is on a two-day visit to India, will meet External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and discuss global and regional issues of common concern, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official spokesperson Randhir Jaisw ... read..

"Sadiq Khan must be proud...": Former England cricket captain Pieterson shreds London mayor over train stabbing incident

London | March 28, 2024 5:57:22 PM IST

Former England cricket captain and batting great Kevin Pieterson came down heavily on London Mayor Sadiq Khan on Thursday and voiced concern over the prevailing law and order situation in the metropolis in light of a stabbing incident in a train. ... read..

Taiwan detects 20 Chinese military aircraft, 8 navy vessels around nation

Taipei | March 28, 2024 4:58:58 PM IST

Taiwan Defence Ministry detected 20 Chinese military aircraft and eight navy vessels around its nation and entered Taiwan's northern, south-west, and south-east regions between Wednesday (6 am (local time) to Thursday 6 am (local time). ... read..

Israel and cyprus move forward on underwater electric cable plan

Middle East | March 28, 2024 4:58:53 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Cohen, met Wednesday with the Minister of Energy, Trade and Industry of Cyprus, George Papenstasio. During the meeting, it was agreed that the construction of the u ... read..

Manhunt for terrorist after 3 Israelis injured in Jordan valley shooting

Middle East | March 28, 2024 4:58:50 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): At least three Israelis were injured in a shooting attack on a bus in the Jordan Valley. ... read..

Philippines announces decisive measures amid tensions with China

Manila | March 28, 2024 3:58:19 PM IST

Amid the escalating tensions in the South China Sea, Philippine President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr has announced decisive measures to protect his country's sovereignty and maritime rights while ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. ... read..

200 palestinian terrorists holed up in Gaza hospital compound killed

Middle East | March 28, 2024 3:58:13 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers continued operations against Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists holed up in Gaza City's Shifa Hospital and in Khan Yunis, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday morning. ... read..

US congressmen's visit part of larger visit to Indo-Pacific, says American Institute in Taiwan

Taipei | March 28, 2024 3:58:00 PM IST

A United States congressional delegation's visit to Taiwan from Wednesday to Friday is part of a larger visit to the Indo-Pacific region, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) said in a statement on Thursday, Channel News Asia (CNA) reported. ... read..

Ukraine FM says will focus on 'Peace Formula' during ongoing India visit

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 3:57:45 PM IST

Ukrainian Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba who arrived in India on Thursday, said that his two-day official visit will look to boost bilateral ties between the two countries and build on the dialogue between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Volod ... read..

Moscow to attack Europe after Ukraine is 'utter nonsense': Putin

Moscow | March 28, 2024 1:57:59 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected reports of Moscow to attack Europe and NATO countries after Ukraine and said, "This is just nonsense," RT news agency reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Taiwan detects 2 Chinese military aircraft, 8 navy vessels around nation

Taipei | March 28, 2024 12:57:24 PM IST

US reaffirms support for Philippines sovereignty amid its tensions with China

Washington, DC | March 28, 2024 12:57:01 PM IST

US Secretary of Defence Llyod Austin has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to Manila in defending its sovereignty while criticising China's "dangerous" water cannon attack at the Philippine supply mission vessel on Saturday. ... read..

UN: India launches new database to promote accountability for crime against peacekeepers

New York | March 28, 2024 11:57:06 AM IST

In a bid to promote accountability for crimes against peacekeepers, the India-led Group of Friends (GOF) comprising 40 member states, convened its second meeting to deliberate on strategies to strengthen legal frameworks against perpetrators of malicious ... read..

French envoy to India Thierry Mathou inaugurates 'Bureau de France' in Telangana

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 28, 2024 11:56:53 AM IST

In a major milestone for India-France relations, French ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou inaugurated the "Bureau de France" in Hyderabad to enhance cooperation between France and Telangana. ... read..

US National Transportation Safety Board interviews captain, crew of ship that struck Baltimore bridge

Maryland | March 28, 2024 10:56:51 AM IST

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) interviewed the ship's captain, his mate, the chief engineer, and one other engineer onboard the merchant vessel MV Dali, which struck Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy said a ... read..

Baloch Human Rights Council seeks UN fact-finding mission to investigate rights violation in Balochistan

Geneva | March 28, 2024 10:56:49 AM IST

Amid the increase in cases of alleged enforced disappearances in Pakistan, the Baloch Human Rights Council urged the United Nations to dispatch a fact finding mission to investigate the human rights violations in Balochistan, Baloch Human Rights Council s ... read..

India-China hold 29th round of diplomatic talks, discuss disengagement in border areas

New Delhi | March 28, 2024 9:57:08 AM IST

Amid border tensions, India and China exchanged views on ways of achieving complete disengagement and resolving the issues along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Western Sector of India-China border areas, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in ... read..

EAM S Jaishankar concludes two-day official visit to Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur | March 28, 2024 9:56:59 AM IST

External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Thursday held a meeting with the Malaysian Minister of Digital, Gobind Singh Deo and concluded his two-day official visit to the country. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Afghanistan

Kabul | March 28, 2024 7:56:26 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 jolted Afghanistan on Thursday, as per National Centre for Seismology data. ... read..

'There were power challenges as freight was coming up on bridge': Maryland Governor Wes Moore

Maryland | March 28, 2024 7:56:22 AM IST

Maryland Governor Wes Moore on Wednesday (local time) said that it has been documented that there were power challenges as the freight was coming up on the bridge when the Mayday call was received. ... read..

'Enforced disappearances continue to devastate Balochistan': Baloch activist

Balochistan | March 28, 2024 6:57:14 AM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch emphasised that enforced disappearances continue to devastate Balochistan and have been leaving the families of the victims in unimaginable distress. ... read..

Baloch Human Rights activist highlights negative impacts of CPEC in Balochistan

London | March 28, 2024 5:55:41 AM IST

Khurshid Ahmed, the Information Secretary of the Baloch Human Rights Council, highlighted the negative implications of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) in Pakistan's province of Balochistan. ... read..

Baloch community observe 'Black Day' on March 27

Amsterdam | March 28, 2024 5:55:37 AM IST

The Baloch community worldwide observed Black Day on March 27. On this occasion, the Baloch National Movement in the Netherlands called for global attention to the Baloch genocide and organised a protest rally in Amsterdam. ... read..

"The crew is cooperating with what we need": US Coast Guard official on investigation in bridge collapse

Maryland | March 28, 2024 5:55:35 AM IST

As the investigation proceeds, Deputy Commandant for Operations for the US Coast Guard, Vice Admiral Peter Gautier, highlighted that the crew, predominantly including Indian and Sri Lankan members, is cooperating with what they need. ... read..

Baltimore bridge collapse: Bodies of 2 victims recovered from submerged truck in wreckage of collapsed structure

Maryland | March 28, 2024 5:55:31 AM IST

The bodies of two victims in the Key Bridge collapse were recovered from a truck in the wreckage of the collapsed structure, the Maryland state police confirmed on Thursday. ... read..

Berklee Abu Dhabi to host 'Harmony Across Cultures Concert' tomorrow

Middle East | March 28, 2024 4:56:21 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 28 (ANI/WAM): Following the successful participation of the TAWASL Ensemble, comprised of Berklee Abu Dhabi and Bait Al Oud musicians, at the Jeonju International Sori Festival (JISF) last year, as well as the inaugural exchange con ... read..

Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with US Congressional Delegation

Middle East | March 28, 2024 4:56:19 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 28 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met on Wednesday at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem with a bipartisan US Congressional delegation, organised by AIPAC, the America Israel Public Affairs Committee. ... read..

Maryland Bridge Collapse: Synergy Marine Group expresses sympathies for affected and their families

Maryland | March 28, 2024 3:56:08 AM IST

The Synergy Marine Group expressed sympathies on Wednesday to "everyone affected and their families" in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Maryland after the Singapore-flagged container ship 'Dali' collided with one of the pillars leading to the col ... read..

'We encourage fair, transparent and timely legal processes': US State Department on Arvind Kejriwal's arrest

Washington, DC | March 28, 2024 3:56:06 AM IST

On comments by a US diplomat regarding the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for alleged money laundering in connection with the Delhi excise policy case, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said that they encourage fair, transpar ... read..

With landmark bill, Thailand moves closer to legalise same-sex marriage

Bangkok | March 28, 2024 2:56:07 AM IST

In a landmark development, the Thai Parliament on Wednesday overwhelmingly passed the bill legalising same-sex marriage on Wednesday, bringing Thailand closer to becoming the first Southeast-Asian country to recognise equality, the New York Times reported ... read..

'Looking to work constructively with Indian govt...': Canadian PM on Nijjar's killing

Ottawa | March 28, 2024 2:56:06 AM IST

Responding to the update on the investigation regarding the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, after taking a long pause, said that they are looking to work constructively with the Indian go ... read..

Trinidad man hopes to walk tall with 'Jaipur Foot', wishes visiting Ram Mandir in Ayodhya

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington, DC | March 28, 2024 12:26:40 AM IST

A Trinidad man, Seunath Jaggernauth, is on his way to Jaipur to get a low-cost prosthetic limb, an innovative and affordable design developed for those who have lost limbs above the knee. ... read..

Israel Aerospace Industries launches Indian subsidiary

Middle East | March 28, 2024 12:26:14 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) inaugurated its Indian subsidiary, AeroSpace Services India (ASI), in New Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..

India, Malaysia discuss better market access, air connectivity, tourism during Jaishankar's visit

Kuala Lumpur | March 28, 2024 12:26:12 AM IST

India and Malaysia discussed working towards better market access to each other, increasing scale of investment, air connectivity, tourism and mobility regime, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday. ... read..

Netanyahu decries US failure to veto UN resolution in meeting with visiting senator

Middle East | March 28, 2024 12:26:08 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday met at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem with US Senator Rick Scott (Republican - Florida) and thanked him for visiting Jerusalem and for his unwavering support f ... read..

Older Israelis show higher resilience than young adults to war stress, study finds

Middle East | March 28, 2024 12:26:04 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Bar-Ilan University researchers investigating the psychological toll of war on Israelis found older adults showed greater resilience to acute stress and post-traumatic stress disorder than younger adults. ... read..

"Underlying fact is that Palestinians have been denied their homeland": EAM Jaishankar on Israel-Palestine conflict

Kuala Lumpur | March 27, 2024 11:26:21 PM IST

In a strong statement on the Israel-Palestine issue, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that whatever the rights and wrongs in the whole conflict between Israel and Palestine, the underlying fact is that the Palestinians have been denied their ri ... read..

India has spoken with Russia "frankly and bluntly" on Ukraine conflict: Jaishankar

Kuala Lumpur | March 27, 2024 11:26:19 PM IST

Highlighting India's efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India has had the opportunity to talk to Moscow "very frankly and bluntly" on the issue. ... read..

"Ukraine sees India as important global power with powerful international voice": FM Kuleba ahead of visit

Kyiv | March 27, 2024 10:27:20 PM IST

Ahead of his visit to India, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on Wednesday that Kyiv views New Delhi as an "important global partner" with a "powerful international voice". ... read..

Ukraine Foreign Minister to visit India from March 28, discuss regional, and global issues

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 9:26:20 PM IST

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba will embark on a two-day visit to India during which he will discuss bilateral ties as well as cooperation on regional and global issues of mutual interest. ... read..

MQM founder Altaf Hussain warns against Balochistan CM's 'assurances', demands handing over province to Baloch people

London | March 27, 2024 9:26:03 PM IST

Founder and leader of Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM), Altaf Hussain, warned the Baloch people against the promise made by Balochistan Chief Minister and asked what guarantee would be given to Baloch fighters if they gave up fighting. ... read..

Dinkar Asthana to take over as Indian High Commissioner to Gambia

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 8:27:07 PM IST

Dinkar Asthana, who is currently serving as the Indian Ambassador to Senegal, has been concurrently accredited as High Commissioner to Gambia, the Ministry of External Affairs informed through a press release. ... read..

"It's a charge sheet": PTI demands probe into allegations by judges of ISI interference

Islamabad | March 27, 2024 7:27:02 PM IST

Imran Khan-founded Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has demanded an "impartial inquiry" into the allegations raised by Islamabad High Court judges of alleged interference by ISI in judicial matters, Dawn reported. ... read..

'Exercise Tiger Triumph': India, US Navies commence Sea Phase in Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 27, 2024 7:26:52 PM IST

The Sea Phase of Exercise Tiger Triumph 2024 commenced on Wednesday, with Indian Navy and US Navy ships sailing out together. ... read..

PoK activist applauds improved living conditions in Jammu-Kashmir

Geneva | March 27, 2024 6:25:54 PM IST

Professor Sajjad Raja, the Chairman of the National Equality Party for Jammu Kashmir Gilgit Baltistan and Ladakh (NEP-JKGBL), made a striking comparison between the people living in Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh region and those in the Pakistan-Occupied Kashmi ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan renews demand for judicial inquiry into May 9 riots

Islamabad | March 27, 2024 6:25:51 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated demand for a judicial inquiry into the May 9 violence and the alleged rigging in the February 8 elections, Dawn reported. ... read..

Kashmiri activist exposes 'malicious propaganda', shows mirror to Pakistan

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 5:26:41 PM IST

Tasleema Akhtar, a Kashmiri female activist who recently attended the 55th session of the United Nations, busted the "malicious propaganda" on Kashmir and showed the mirror to Pakistan by highlighting the state-sponsored terrorism there. ... read..

India outpacing world in renewable energy adoption: US envoy Garcetti

Asia | March 27, 2024 4:27:22 PM IST

India is outpacing the world when it comes to adopting renewable energy, said US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti, on Wednesday, while calling for deeper collaboration between New Delhi and Washington to win the fight against climate change. ... read..

India strongly objects to remarks of US State Department Spokesperson on Arvind Kejriwal

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 4:27:21 PM IST

India has taken "strong objection" to remarks of the United States State Department Spokesperson about certain legal proceedings in India. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar calls on Malaysian PM, appreciates his vision for India-Malaysia ties

Kuala Lumpur | March 27, 2024 4:26:56 PM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar called on Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Wednesday and expressed admiration for his vision aimed at fostering stronger ties between India and Malaysia. ... read..

Student discovers Roman-era lamp during school trip

Middle East | March 27, 2024 4:26:52 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): A sixteen-year-old Israeli student discovered a 1,600-year-old Roman-era lamp during his high school's annual trip in southern Israel. ... read..

Israel: Victim of rocket strike identified as Druze labourer

Middle East | March 27, 2024 4:26:49 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): The 25-year-old laborer killed in this morning's Hezbollah rocket barrage was identified as Zohar Bashara from the Druze village of Ein Qiniyye. ... read..

Islamic Jihad Operative confirms terror groups use Shifa Hospital as Israel continues raid

Middle East | March 27, 2024 4:26:38 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers continued operations against Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorists holed up in Gaza City's Shifa Hospital and in Khan Yunis, the Israel Defence Forces said on Wednesday morning. ... read..

Victims of Baltimore bridge collapse include those from Mexico, Guatemala

Maryland | March 27, 2024 2:28:29 PM IST

Among those reported missing following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore in the US are Mexican nationals, CNN reported, citing Rafael Laveaga, Chief of the Consular Section of Mexico's Embassy in Washington. ... read..

"A key country for us": Bill Gates affirms India central role in global progress

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:50 PM IST

Billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday emphasised India's pivotal role in his philanthropic endeavours and technological aspirations. ... read..

"A key country for us": Bill Gates affirms India's central role in global progress

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:33 PM IST

Billionaire and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday emphasised India's pivotal role in his philanthropic endeavours and technological aspirations. ... read..

Envoys of five nations present credentials to President of India

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 2:27:07 PM IST

President of India, Droupadi Murmu, accepted credentials from the Ambassadors/High Commissioner of Philippines, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Kenya and Georgia at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday, Rashtrapati Bhavan said in a press release. ... read..

Taiwan tracks 9 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval vessels operating around nation

Taipei | March 27, 2024 12:26:50 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) said that it detected nine Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels operating around Taiwan between 6 am (local time) on Tuesday to 6 am (local time) on Wednesday. ... read..

"Personnel on board ship...undoubtedly saved lives": Biden credits quick action by Indian crew members in US bridge collapse

Washington, DC | March 27, 2024 11:28:16 AM IST

US President Joe Biden lauded the prompt action by personnel on board the cargo ship 'Dali', which struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore causing the bridge to plunge into the river below sending several people and vehicles into the water. ... read..

On Bangladesh's 54th National Day, India extols deep ties with "largest development partner"

New Delhi | March 27, 2024 11:28:02 AM IST

Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi, extended felicitations on the occasion of Bangladesh's 54th National Day as she gave a resounding tribute to the enduring camaraderie between India and Bangladesh. ... read..

6.4 magnitude earthquake jolts Suva in Fiji

Suva | March 27, 2024 9:27:07 AM IST

An earthquake of 6.4 magnitude struck the Suva in Fiji during the early hours of Wednesday (local time), the National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported. ... read..

New York: Over 7000 Indians, Americans celebrate Holi with a taste of embassy's ODOP delights

New York | March 27, 2024 9:27:06 AM IST

The vibrant colours of Holi splashed across South Street Seaport in New York as more than 7,000 Indians and Americans came together to celebrate the festival of colours. ... read..

"They can't digest India's rise": Indian student alleges hate campaign against him during college elections in London

London | March 27, 2024 9:27:02 AM IST

Satyam Surana, the Indian student who came to the limelight for bravely retrieving the Tricolour amidst an attack on the Indian High Commission in the United Kingdom by extremists last year, is now speaking out against alleged hate and smear campaigns tar ... read..

UAE: Foreign minister Abdullah bin Zayed visits National Museum in Prague

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:24 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 27 (ANI/WAM): UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited the National Museum in Prague on the sidelines of his working visit to the Czech Republic. ... read..

Leaders from Al-Azhar visit Muslim Council of Elders' HQ in Abu Dhabi to offer congratulations on 10th anniversary

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:22 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 27 (ANI/WAM): The Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, welcomed, at the Council's headquarters in Abu Dhabi, Professor Mohamed Abdel Rahman Al-Duweiny, the Deputy of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, who wa ... read..

Israel expects huge jump in International travellers in April

Middle East | March 27, 2024 8:26:20 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], March 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Transportation expects that more than 1.2 million passengers will pass through Ben Gurion Airport in the month of April. ... read..

Mother of missing person Kabir Baloch urges people to participate in media campaign against forced disappearance

Balochistan | March 27, 2024 7:25:14 AM IST

The mother of Kabir Baloch, who has been missing for 15 years, urged everyone to participate in the media campaign against forced disappearance, which will be held today (Wednesday). ... read..

NADRA leaks data of over 2 million people of Pakistan: Report

Islamabad | March 27, 2024 7:25:09 AM IST

The Pakistan Joint Investigation Team (JIT) submitted a report to the interior ministry on Tuesday, regarding the leakage of citizens' data by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), as reported by The News International. ... read..

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Six missing workers presumed dead, says Maryland state police

Maryland | March 27, 2024 7:25:05 AM IST

The Maryland state police on Wednesday said that the six people who were missing after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed Tuesday in Baltimore, Maryland, have been presumed dead. ... read..

'This is no ordinary bridge...path to normalcy will not be easy': US Transportation Secy on Baltimore bridge collapse

By Reena Bharadwaj

Maryland | March 27, 2024 6:26:11 AM IST

US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg emphasised that the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, which collapsed earlier on Tuesday, was not an ordinary bridge and was one of the cathedrals of American infrastructure and added that the path to nor ... read..

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