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Hamas rejects Israel's ceasefire proposal, reaffirms original demands

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hundreds march in Niger demanding withdrawal of US troops

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Haiti creates transitional council for choosing next leadership

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Italy PM Giorgia Meloni calls surrogacy "inhuman"

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

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

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

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

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

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

By Ashoke Raj

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

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

Second edition of Janakpurdham Cultural Festival held in Nepal

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Prof Mona Maron appointed first Arab rector of an Israeli university

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UKPNP delegation meets UK Parliament members to discuss issues in PoK

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

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

CJI DY Chandrachud advocates for ethical AI integration in legal research

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 1:27:44 PM IST

In a keynote address at the Indo-Singapore Judicial Conference, Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasised the crucial role of technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), in reshaping legal research and the judiciary while stressing the i ... read..

Supreme Court to host 2-day conference on technology, judicial dialogue with Singapore

New Delhi | April 13, 2024 12:28:58 PM IST

Aiming to explore the intersection of technology and the legal system, particularly focusing on the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in judiciary, the Supreme Court is organising a two-day conference on Technology and Dialogue between t ... read..

Pakistan: Lightning kills three as rains lash parts of Balochistan

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 12:28:47 PM IST

Three people, including two children, were killed by lightning strikes and two others were injured as heavy rains lashed parts of Balochistan on Friday, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pak: Police denounce 'fake propaganda' after video of policemen being beaten up goes viral

Lahore | April 13, 2024 12:28:45 PM IST

The Punjab Police found themselves embroiled in a controversy as videos circulated on social media purportedly showing Pakistan Army officers engaged in altercations with cops in Bahawalnagar, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pak: Section 144 imposed in Pishin ahead of opposition's gathering

Pishin (Balochistan) | April 13, 2024 12:28:27 PM IST

Ahead of the joint opposition's scheduled gathering on April 13, Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) has been enforced in Pishin, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

A protester charged for threats to 'murder' Bakersfield lawmakers during a city council meeting

California | April 13, 2024 12:29:02 PM IST

During Bakersfield city council meeting in California on Wednesday, a protester Riddhi Patel made alarming threats towards council members and Republican Mayor Karen Goh, citing their lack of support for a cease-fire resolution against Israel and increase ... read..

Pakistan: Opposition alliance names Mehmood Achakzai President, plans nationwide protest

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 12:28:11 PM IST

Six opposition parties have unanimously chosen Mehmood Khan Achakzai as the president of their newly established alliance, "Tehreek Tahafuz-e-Aaeen" (Constitution Protection Movement), reported ARY News. ... read..

Foreign Secy Kwatra reviews advancements in India-US strategic partnership

Washington, DC | April 13, 2024 9:28:32 AM IST

Foreign Secretary Vinay Mohan Kwatra visited Washington, DC, United States, from April 10-12. During his visit, Foreign Secretary Kwatra undertook a detailed review of the progress made towards further consolidating the India-US Comprehensive Global Strat ... read..

PTI to launch protest against alleged election rigging from Balochistan

Islamabad | April 13, 2024 6:28:54 AM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Omar Ayub Khan on Friday confirmed that his party will launch a nationwide protest movement against the alleged election rigging in the February 8 general elections for "restoration of the Constitution and democracy" in the ... read..

German police break up pro-Palestine event in Berlin

Berlin | April 13, 2024 6:28:52 AM IST

Police in Berlin interrupted and cancelled a pro-Palestine conference soon after it started, citing a risk of speech by a speaker banned from any political activity and imposed ban till Sunday, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Foreign Secy Vinay Kwatra bolsters India-US relations on Washington visit

Washington, DC | April 13, 2024 6:28:50 AM IST

Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra, who embarked on a pivotal visit to the US from April 10 to 12, held multiple meetings with senior American officials and undertook a detailed review of the progress made towards further consolidating the India-US Comprehens ... read..

UAE President exchanges Eid greetings with Syrian counterpart, Iraq PM

Middle East | April 13, 2024 6:28:48 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 13 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan exchanged Eid Al-Fitr greetings during phone calls today with His Excellency Bashar Al-Assad, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, and Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, Prime ... read..

China helping Russia expand its defence base amid Ukraine conflict: Report

Moscow | April 13, 2024 6:28:46 AM IST

Amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, China is helping Russia ramp up its defence industrial base at such a large scale that Moscow is now undertaking its most ambitious expansion in military manufacturing since the Soviet era, CNN reported, citing senior Bide ... read..

Attacks on search team for missing Israeli shepard

Middle East | April 13, 2024 6:28:45 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 13 (ANI/TPS): Injuries were reported during the search for 14-year-old Binyamin Achmair, who disappeared Friday morning while tending sheep near the Angels of Peace (Malachei Hashalom) farm in the Binyamin region. The search effor ... read..

UAE's Huda Al Matroushi elected Vice President of Asian Modern Pentathlon Confederation

Middle East | April 13, 2024 6:28:41 AM IST

Seoul [South Korea], April 13 (ANI/WAM): The General Assembly of the Asian Modern Pentathlon Confederation (AMPC) elected the new board members of the AMPC during a meeting held today, Friday, in Seoul, South Korea. ... read..

US President Biden says he expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later'

Washington, DC | April 13, 2024 5:27:40 AM IST

Amid fears of the ongoing hostilities in Gaza devolving into a larger Middle-Eastern conflict, US President Joe Biden on Friday said he expects Iran to attack Israel 'sooner than later', CNN reported. ... read..

"The answer to terrorists cannot have any rules": EAM Jaishankar reaffirms muscular response to cross-border terrorism

Pune (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 4:28:29 AM IST

After a report in the leading British daily The Guardian claimed that the country's external espionage agency R&AW took out wanted terrorists deep inside Pakistan at the behest of the Centre, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday underlined ... read..

Nepal cabinet recommends prorogation of winter session of lower House

Kathmandu | April 13, 2024 2:28:35 AM IST

The Nepal cabinet on Friday recommended President Ram Chandra Paudel to prorogue the ongoing winter session of the lower House past Sunday midnight. The decision by the cabinet comes ahead of the Nepal Investment Summit, which is set to be held at the end ... read..

Amid fears of retaliation to Iranian airstrike, Hezbollah fires dozens of missiles towards northern Israel

Tel Aviv | April 13, 2024 2:28:30 AM IST

The Iran-backed Lebanese aimed militia, Hezbollah, on Friday, fired a barrage of missiles towards northern Israel, The Times of Israel reported, adding that the projectiles were intercepted by the country's defence systems, while some impacted open areas ... read..

Amid fears of retaliation to airstrike on Iranian embassy, Hezbollah fires dozens of missiles towards northern Israel

Tel Aviv | April 13, 2024 2:28:28 AM IST

"20,000 children who came back from Ukraine were Modi ki Guarantee": EAM Jaishankar

Pune (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 12:28:30 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday emphasised that the 20,000 children who came back from Ukraine were "Modi ki Guarantee," adding that foreign policy is not just for diplomats, but has an impact on every person's life. ... read..

Action-packed night guaranteed in Abu Dhabi as UFC 308 confirmed for October 26

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:24 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), the world's premier mixed martial arts organisation, and the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today announced the UFC's much anticipated next champio ... read..

Attacks on search operation for missing Israeli shepherd

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:20 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 12 (ANI/TPS): Injuries were reported during the search for 14-year-old Binyamin Achmair, who disappeared Friday morning while tending sheep near the Angels of Peace (Malachei Hashalom) farm in the Binyamin region. ... read..

Israel allocates US 3.2M to enhance accessibility at tourist sites

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:19 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], April 12 (ANI/TPS): Aiming to enhance the tourist experience and foster inclusivity, Israel's Tourism Ministry announced a 20 million shekel (USD 3.2 million) plan to improve accessibility at tourist sites across the country. ... read..

Pak: Traders in Karachi terms 2024 Eid-ul-Fitr season "most disappointing year" in 75-year history

Karachi | April 13, 2024 12:28:13 AM IST

As Pakistan continues to deal with economic challenges, traders in Karachi have termed the 2024 Eid-ul-Fitr season the most disappointing year in the city's 75-year history, blaming the rising inflation for a significant decline in their business, reporte ... read..

UAE: 190 guests from 25 countries set to enrich young minds at SCRF

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:11 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Children's Reading Festival (SCRF), renowned for its ability to unite global literary enthusiasts and bring the undeniable power of reading to the youth, is once again set to captivate audiences with an array o ... read..

UAE: 'Birds of Goodness' delivers over 2,000 tonnes of aid via 32 airdrops since humanitarian operation began

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:07 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the successful completion of the 32nd "Birds of Goodness" airdrop operation, delivering 87 tonnes of humanitarian aid and Eid clothing to northern Gaza. ... read..

EAD receives two Champion Plus Awards for conservation of migratory species

Middle East | April 13, 2024 12:28:05 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) has won two Champion Plus Awards for its commitment and efforts in supporting the "Conservation of Migratory Birds of Prey in Africa & Eurasia", as well as the "Conservation of ... read..

America will always want to have a partnership with PM Modi: Jaishankar

Pune (Maharashtra) | April 13, 2024 12:28:02 AM IST

Highlighting the ties shared between India and the US, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that America will always want to have a partnership with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and added that whosoever will be the President of the US wi ... read..

"Till borders are secured, forces are there and will remain there": EAM Jaishankar on India-China border dispute

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 11:28:36 PM IST

On the India and China border dispute, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said that till the borders are secured the forces will remain there while interacting with the youths of Pune about India's global rise and improved opportunities. ... read..

Security situation in Myanmar remains "precarious", "deteriorating," says MEA as Indian Embassy staff relocated from Sitwee to Yangon

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:30:47 PM IST

Amid the ongoing fighting in the Rakhine state and other areas, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday that Indian embassy is "actively monitoring" the security situation in Myanmar that remains "precarious and deteriorating" and has issued advis ... read..

People's purchasing power has collapsed in PoK and GB: Activist

Glasgow | April 12, 2024 10:30:45 PM IST

Amjad Ayub Mirza, a political activist from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), stressed on Friday that the situation in the region is getting worse by the day, adding that the people's buying power has collapsed. ... read..

"Reasons are multicausal": MEA on deaths of Indian students in US, says two cases are currently under investigation

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:30:32 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Friday condemned the deaths of Indian students in the US and said that the cause of their deaths was more than one, adding that the investigations of two recent cases are underway, with Indian authorities taking up the ... read..

Need to fulfil certain requirements: MEA on 8th ex-Indian Naval officer who is still in Qatar

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:30:17 PM IST

The eighth ex-Indian Navy veteran has "certain requirements to fulfil", the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday, clarifying his status. He was put on death row by a Qatar court in an espionage case before being released. ... read..

UK foreign office adds Pakistan to its list of countries "too dangerous to travel"

Islamabad | April 12, 2024 10:29:54 PM IST

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) of the United Kingdom has recently added Pakistan to its list of countries that it states are "too dangerous" for UK citizens to travel, reported Geo News. ... read..

MEA advises Indians not to travel to Iran, Israel amid escalating tensions

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:29:43 PM IST

Amid ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel, the Ministry of External Affairs issued a travel advisory to Indian citizens on Friday and asked them to refrain from travelling to both countries until further notice. ... read..

Afghan girls, deprived of education says 'no joy' during Eid holidays

Kabul | April 12, 2024 10:29:30 PM IST

Amid the Taliban's restrictions on the basic rights of women, and girls to attain education, female students in Afghanistan have expressed that their lack of education has diminished the spirit of Eid holidays, reported TOLONews. ... read..

"I'll keep my speech short": Japan PM Fumio Kishida draws laughter from White House dinner attendees

Washington, DC | April 12, 2024 10:29:28 PM IST

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida drew laughter from attendees at a state dinner held at the White House in Washington on Wednesday evening, Kyodo News reported. ... read..

UN experts lambast Pakistan for failing to stop forced conversions, marriages of minor girls

Geneva | April 12, 2024 10:29:26 PM IST

A panel of experts from the United Nations on Thursday expressed major dismay at the continuing lack of protection for young women and girls belonging to minority communities in Pakistan, the United Nations Human Rights Office of the High Commissioner sai ... read..

"Administrative matter, must be taken to Canadian side...": MEA on Canada's diplomatic staff leaving India

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:29:20 PM IST

Highlighting that nearly 100 Canadian diplomatic staffers have left India over the past couple of months, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the reduction has happened on account of the local staffing, adding that it is an ... read..

"Positive development": India on Taliban restoring property rights for Afghan Hindus, Sikhs

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 10:28:51 PM IST

India on Friday said that it is a "positive development" that the Taliban is restoring property rights for Afghan Hindus and Sikhs in the country. ... read..

Pak: Sindh CM blames previous caretaker govt for surge in street crimes, abductions

Islamabad | April 12, 2024 6:29:02 PM IST

Blaming the previous caretaker government, again for the deteriorating law and order situation, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has said that for the rising incidents of street crimes, extortion, and abductions in the province particularly in Karachi, ... read..

Rise in average temperatures shifts season cycle in Gilgit-Baltistan

Gilgit-Baltistan | April 12, 2024 6:29:00 PM IST

Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) has seen significant climatic changes over the past recent decades, such as a considerable increase in annual mean temperature and shifts in precipitation patterns, influencing the vegetation in the region. ... read..

Taiwan blasts Russia's foreign minister for calling it an 'integral part' of China

Taipei | April 12, 2024 6:28:55 PM IST

Taiwan slammed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for calling it an "integral part of China" and said that the "Chinese Communist Party regime has never governed Taiwan." ... read..

Sikh delegation visits Gurudwara Kartarpur Sahib, offers prayers for successful continuation of PM Modi's leadership

Kartarpur | April 12, 2024 6:28:08 PM IST

On the eve of Baisakhi, the Indian Minorities Foundation (IMF)-led Sikh delegation extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and offered prayers at Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara for a successful continuation of his leadership in future. ... read..

Alexey Navalny's memoir 'Patriot' set for release this October

Moscow | April 12, 2024 4:29:33 PM IST

Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's memoir is set to be published posthumously this autumn, his widow Yulia Navalnaya announced on Thursday, CNN reported. ... read..

UAE President, Bill Gates discuss ways to enhance humanitarian cooperation

Middle East | April 12, 2024 4:29:22 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received a phone call today from Bill Gates, Co-Chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. During the call, Gates extended his congratulations to on the occasion of E ... read..

US airlines ask to Biden administration to stop additional flights to China

Washington, DC | April 12, 2024 4:29:21 PM IST

US airlines have asked the Biden administration to stop approving any more flights between the US and China because their "existing harmful anti-competitive policies" hurt American airlines and workers, CNN reported. ... read..

Colombia's capital implements water rationing amid historic drought exacerbated by El Nino

Bogota | April 12, 2024 4:29:17 PM IST

Bogota, the capital of Colombia, is set to implement water rationing this week as several reservoirs grapple with historically low levels exacerbated by the El Nino climate phenomenon, CNN reported. ... read..

WETEX 2024 to commence in Dubai in October

Middle East | April 12, 2024 4:29:13 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is organising the 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) from 1st to 3rd October 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. ... read..

UAE: Interest in space is booming, and may bring humanity closer together

Middle East | April 12, 2024 4:29:12 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): A local newspaper said that the first total solar eclipse humans ever recorded was seen in the sky above modern-day Latakia, Syria, more than three millennia ago. "The Sun was put to shame," a historian back then wrote ... read..

Oil demand will grow 2.25 million bpd: OPEC

Europe | April 12, 2024 4:29:10 PM IST

Vienna [Austria], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) said on Thursday that world oil demand will rise by 2.25 million barrels per day (bpd) in 2024 and by 1.85 million bpd in 2025. ... read..

UN experts condemn forced marriages, religious conversions in Pakistan

Geneva | April 12, 2024 4:29:08 PM IST

United Nations (UN) human rights experts sounded alarm at the lack of protection for women and girls belonging to minority communities in Pakistan, saying that they remained vulnerable to forced marriages and conversions, Dawn reported. ... read..

iPhone users in 92 countries receive spyware attack warning from Apple

Middle East | April 12, 2024 4:29:04 PM IST

Washington, DC [US], April 12 (ANI/WAM): Apple sent notifications to individuals in 92 countries warning them that they may have been the target of mercenary spyware attacks, TechCrunch reports. ... read..

'Birds of Goodness' executes 31st airdrop on northern Gaza, delivering humanitarian aid, Eid clothing on 2nd day of Eid Al Fitr

Middle East | April 12, 2024 4:29:06 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], April 12 (ANI/WAM): The Joint Operations Command of the Ministry of Defence announced the successful completion of the 31st "Birds of Goodness" airdrop operation, delivering 81 tonnes of humanitarian aid and Eid clothing to northern Gaza. ... read..

US airlines ask Biden administration not to approve additional flights to China

Washington, DC | April 12, 2024 4:28:44 PM IST

Poverty-stricken man in Pakistan kills wife, 7 children including infant

Muzaffargarh | April 12, 2024 4:28:42 PM IST

Pushed to the edge by poverty, a man in Alipur Tehsil in Pakistan's Muzaffargarh District murdered his wife and seven children, ARY News reported. ... read..

Ukraine's largest power-generating plant destroyed in Russian missile strikes

Kyiv | April 12, 2024 4:28:35 PM IST

Ukraine's largest power-generating plant was destroyed followed by Russian airstrikes on Thursday, CNN reported. ... read..

US vows 'ironclad' defence of Philippines, Japan amid growing China provocations

Washington, DC | April 12, 2024 2:29:41 PM IST

The United States' defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines are "ironclad," US President Joe Biden said on Thursday as he hosted the first-ever trilateral summit between the three countries, welcoming Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos Jr to the ... read..

US National Security Advisor Sullivan to travel to India next week

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington, DC | April 12, 2024 2:29:31 PM IST

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan will visit India next week, with plans to focus on reviewing progress under the Initiative for Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) with his counterpart Ajit Doval, people familiar with the development told AN ... read..

Taiwan says it detected 14 Chinese military aircraft, 8 naval vessels around nation

Taipei | April 12, 2024 2:28:40 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has announced that it has detected fourteen Chinese military aircraft and eight naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Thursday and 6 am on Friday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..

Hong Kong deports advocate planning to monitor Jimmy Lai trial

Asia | April 12, 2024 12:29:37 PM IST

Hong Kong authorities have expelled an official of a media watchdog who arrived to cover the trial of pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai, Voice of America (VOA) has reported. ... read..

India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise DUSTLIK begins on April 15

New Delhi | April 12, 2024 12:29:34 PM IST

The fifth edition of India-Uzbekistan Joint Military Exercise Dustlik will commence at Termez District in Uzbekistan from April 15 onwards, the Indian Army said in a statement on Friday. ... read..

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