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Pakistan: Accountability court grants bail to former prime minister Nawaz Sharif's sons
Islamabad | March 14, 2024 10:57:35 PM IST
Pakistan's former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's sons Hassan and Hussain Nawaz, were granted bail by an accountability court in Islamabad, ARY News reported on Thursday. ... read..


China condemns US move to arm Taiwan, vows to "safeguard sovereignty"
Beijing | March 14, 2024 9:56:42 PM IST
Strongly criticising the United States' budget proposal to allocate USD 100 million in defence aid to Taiwan for the financial year 2025, China has vowed to take resolute measures to firmly safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity, as reported ... read..


JP Nadda meets Bhutan PM Tobgay, talks about BJP's ideology, initiatives
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 9:56:27 PM IST
Bharatiya Janata Party President JP Nadda met Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay, who is on a five-day visit to India and explained to him about the BJP's ideology, organisational structure and initiatives. ... read..


Pakistan's poll body issues election schedule for 48 Senate seats
Islamabad | March 14, 2024 9:56:25 PM IST
The schedule for elections to fill 48 open Senate seats was released by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday, reported ARY News. ... read..


Vladimir Putin expected to secure record fifth term as Russia goes to polls amid Ukraine conflict
Moscow | March 14, 2024 9:56:23 PM IST
As the ongoing war in Ukraine continues for over two years and conflict with the US and West rages on, Russia will go to the polls on Friday, with President Vladimir Putin most certain to return for a fifth term in power. ... read..


PM Modi meets Bhutan counterpart Tshering Tobgay, holds 'productive discussions'
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 9:56:14 PM IST
Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay, who is on a visit to India, called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his official residence on Thursday, and the two leaders held productive discussions regarding the "unique and special" partnership between N ... read..


2nd Foreign Office Consultations held between India, Ivory Coast in New Delhi
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 7:57:03 PM IST
The 2nd Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) were held between India and Ivory Coast in New Delhi on Thursday, with both sides reviewing the entire gamut of bilateral relations, the Ministry of External Affairs said. ... read..


India, Singapore sign MoU for cooperation in law, dispute resolution
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 7:56:45 PM IST
India and Singapore signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation between the two countries in the sphere of Law and Dispute Resolution on Thursday. ... read..


Taiwan deploys forces after tracking Chinese military aircraft, naval ships circling it
Taipei | March 14, 2024 6:57:14 PM IST
Taiwan dispatched aircraft and naval ships and deployed air defence missile systems to monitor the activities of Chinese military planes and naval vessels that encircled it, the defence ministry of the island country said on Thursday, as cited by Taiwan N ... read..


Japan: Osprey aircraft resumes flights at US base after being grounded over deadly crash
Okinawa | March 14, 2024 6:57:12 PM IST
An Osprey transport aircraft on Thursday resumed flights at a US base in Japan's southern prefecture of Okinawa for the first time since last November when the entire fleet was grounded following a deadly crash, Japan-based NHK reported. ... read..


In rare move, Denmark to expand conscription, draft women into military
Copenhagen | March 14, 2024 6:57:09 PM IST
In response to the shifting security landscape in Europe, Denmark is expanding conscription and will call up women in addition to men to enlist in the military, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


Chairman of UKPNP highlights major concerns faced by citizens of PoK and Gilgit-Baltistan
Geneva | March 14, 2024 6:57:03 PM IST
Shaukat Ali Kashmiri, Chairman of the United Kashmir People's National Party, highlighted on the sidelines of the 55th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) the atrocities faced by the people living in the regions of Pakistan-occupied ... read..


In landmark ruling, Japan High Court terms ban on same-sex marriage 'unconstitutional'
Tokyo | March 14, 2024 6:56:54 PM IST
In a landmark ruling, the Japanese High Court said that the country's lack of legal recognition of same-sex marriage is "unconstitutional," the Japan Times reported. ... read..


Taiwan-China rescue mission underway after boat capsizes in Kinmen islands
Taipei | March 14, 2024 6:56:30 PM IST
Taiwan and China have initiated a joint rescue mission following a fishing boat capsizing incident near Taiwan's Kinmen Islands, aimed at locating two missing crew members, as reported by Aljazeera. ... read..


UN experts condemn Chinese inaction in rights activist Cao Shunli's death, renew calls for accountability
Geneva | March 14, 2024 5:56:40 PM IST
UN experts have condemned the continued failure of Chinese authorities to investigate the death of human rights defender Cao Shunli and bring to justice those responsible, even a decade after she was killed. ... read..


Pakistan: Another blow to Imran Khan's party as Peshawar HC rejects plea on reserved seats
Peshawar | March 14, 2024 5:56:34 PM IST
The Peshawar High Court on Thursday dismissed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)-backed Sunni Ittehad Council's petition challenging the Election Commission of Pakistan's decision to deny reserved seats to the party, Geo News reported. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar explores new areas of collaboration with Ireland Minister
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 4:57:24 PM IST
External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Thursday met Ireland's Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, Simon Coveney and the two held discussions on forging new avenues of collaboration between the two nations. ... read..


India, US, South Korea commit to co-ordinate measures to protect sensitive technologies in region and globally
Seoul | March 14, 2024 4:57:15 PM IST
India, the United States and South Korea have committed to co-ordinate measures to protect sensitive technologies and build trusted technology ecosystems in the region and globally. ... read..


Aviation body blames lack of professionalism for Pakistani airlines ban in EU
Rawalpindi | March 14, 2024 4:57:11 PM IST
Pakistan's Aircraft Owners and Operators Association (AOOA) recently released a white paper shedding light on the aviation industry's setbacks, attributing them to a lack of professionalism resulting in pilot license issues which led to the European Union ... read..


Bhutan PM arrives in India for maiden overseas visit after assuming office
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 4:57:05 PM IST
Bhutan's Prime Minister, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, arrived in the national capital on a five-day official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..


World Sindhi Congress organises protest at UNHRC headquarters, demands halt in Pakistan's genocide in Sindh
Geneva | March 14, 2024 3:57:17 PM IST
The World Sindhi Congress (WSC), an organisation involved in Sindh rights advocacy organised a protest outside the United Nations Human Rights Council headquarters in Geneva, to highlight the atrocities of the Pakistan administration on the people of Sind ... read..


PHDCCI International Week kicks off, with focus on 'Unleashing innovation, collaboration, global impact'
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 3:57:09 PM IST
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) International Week has begun with the second day of session focusing on unleashing innovation and collaboration. ... read..


Pakistan: Sindh's 13-member cabinet sworn in with only one woman included
Karachi | March 14, 2024 3:56:37 PM IST
Only one woman has secured a spot in Sindh's 13-member cabinet, marking a notable gender imbalance in the provincial leadership, Dawn reported. ... read..


Israeli raids on Hamas facilities in Khan Yunis continue
Middle East | March 14, 2024 3:56:28 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 14 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers continued raiding Hamas facilities in Khan Yunis, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday. ... read..


Senior Hamas terrorist Muhammad Abu Hasna killed in Israeli military strike in Gaza
Middle East | March 14, 2024 3:56:26 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 14 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) confirmed that earlier on Wednesday Muhammad Abu Hasna, a Hamas terrorist in the operations department of the Rafah area in Gaza, was killed in an air strike. ... read..


Dubai World Trade Centre receives 2.47 million visitors in 2023
Middle East | March 14, 2024 3:56:24 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], March 14 (ANI/WAM): Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) has welcomed 2.47 million participants in 2023, marking a 25 per cent increase in visitation compared to the previous year. ... read..


In shift, Israel engaging Palestinian Authority on governing post-war Gaza
Middle East | March 14, 2024 2:56:34 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel is holding talks with representatives of the Palestinian Authority and Fatah for the distribution of aid in the Gaza Strip and "semi-official" discussions on running Gaza after the war. ... read..


Dormancy vs Aggression: Israeli researchers unravel mystery of virus behaviour
Middle East | March 14, 2024 2:56:30 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 14 (ANI/TPS): Israeli researchers unravelled the mystery of the previously hidden decision-making process of viruses, shedding new light on how they choose between states of benign dormancy and virulent aggression. The study opens ... read..


Revolutionising Geoscience: Israeli study unveils unified theory for sand ripples across planets
Middle East | March 14, 2024 2:56:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], March 14 (ANI/TPS): The findings of an Israeli study of sand ripples on Mars is challenging prevailing scientific understandings of the phenomenon on Earth. The researchers have already advanced a "unified theory" to explain the phenome ... read..


New Zealand stresses need for investigation to "run its course" into Canadian allegations against India
By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | March 14, 2024 1:56:45 PM IST
New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters emphasised the importance of allowing the ongoing investigation to unfold before definitive conclusions are drawn in the allegations made by the Canadian government against India concerning the killing of ... read..


Belarussian FM, Union minister Piyush Goyal highlight need to create awareness on business opportunities in two countries
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 12:56:22 PM IST
Belarusian Foreign Minister Sergei Aleinik and Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal stressed the need to generate awareness about business opportunities in the two countries. ... read..


European Union to provide USD 5.48 billion for military support to Ukraine
Brussels | March 14, 2024 12:56:21 PM IST
The European Union has agreed to provide five billion euros (USD 5.48 billion) for military support to Ukraine, as part of a revamp of an EU-run assistance fund, reported Al Jazeera. ... read..


Ukraine strikes oil refineries in Russian territory, escalating drone attacks ahead of Putin's expected re-election
Kyiv | March 14, 2024 11:57:53 AM IST
Ukraine launched drone strikes on three oil refineries situated deep within Russian territory, escalating cross-border attacks just days before President Vladimir Putin's anticipated re-election, CNN reported. ... read..


Imran Khan condemns "rigged elections", predicts Sri Lanka-like situation in Pakistan
Islamabad | March 14, 2024 11:57:31 AM IST
Incarcerated Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan, slamming the 2024 general elections, has predicted that Pakistan will witness a Sri Lanka-like situation as the nation's hopes were shattered by "stealing the mandate", Geo News reported. ... read..


"Pacific family committed to enhancing relations with India": New Zealand Dy PM
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 11:57:14 AM IST
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters, who was on an official visit to India, said on Wednesday that the Pacific community is committed to enhancing ties with India, adding that relationship is already getting stronger. ... read..


India endorses new measures to improve access to justice at Commonwealth law ministers meeting
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 11:57:07 AM IST
Commonwealth countries, including India, endorsed a new set of measures at the Commonwealth law ministers meeting in Zanzibar which are designed to improve people's access to justice, The Commonwealth said in a press release. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf finalises Senate candidates; elections set for April 2
Islamabad | March 14, 2024 11:57:01 AM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), following an initial consultation, has finalised the names of two more candidates to contest the impending Senate elections on April 2 as reported by ARY News. ... read..


China: Death toll rises to 7 in deadly gas explosion; 27 injured
Beijing | March 14, 2024 11:56:57 AM IST
Seven people have been killed and 27 injured in a deadly explosion that took place in a building in Yanjiao town in China on Wednesday, reported Global Times. ... read..


Judge dismisses 'some' Trump Georgia election subversion charges, case continues to be intact
Georgia | March 14, 2024 9:56:49 AM IST
In a significant development in the legal battle surrounding former President Donald Trump and his associates, Georgia Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee has issued a ruling that alters the landscape of the case. The decision, while dismissing certain char ... read..


Global child deaths reach historic low in 2022: UN report
Asia | March 14, 2024 7:56:27 AM IST
Geneva [Switzerland], March 14 (ANI/WAM): The number of children who died before their fifth birthday has reached a historic low, dropping to 4.9 million in 2022, according to the latest estimates released today by the United Nations Inter-agency Group fo ... read..


"He's had a whirlwind three days": New Zealand envoy on Dy PM Peters' visit to India
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 7:56:20 AM IST
New Zealand High Commissioner to India, David Pine, shared details of the country's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Winston Peters' official visit to India saying he had a 'whirlwind' three days and also had very serious conversations with lea ... read..


Russia threatens troop deployment along Finland border after it joins NATO
Moscow | March 14, 2024 5:56:09 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday vowed to deploy its troops and strike systems near the Finnish border following its accession to NATO, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Russian President Putin urges citizens to take part in March 17 polls
Moscow | March 14, 2024 4:55:20 AM IST
President Vladimir Putin called on Russians to take part in the upcoming presidential election to be held on March 15-17, state news agency TASS reported on Thursday. ... read..


European Union lawmakers approve law to limit use of AI
Brussels | March 14, 2024 4:55:19 AM IST
European Union lawmakers on Wednesday gave final approval to a landmark law governing artificial intelligence (AI) to limit its use in businesses and organizations in Europe for everything from health care decisions to policing, CNN reported. ... read..


"I am calling on you...": Putin urges Russians to take part in presidential polls
Moscow | March 14, 2024 4:55:17 AM IST
President Vladimir Putin called on Russians to take part in the upcoming presidential election to be held on March 15-17, state news agency TASS reported on Thursday. ... read..


President Murmu overseas signing of MoUs between India and Mauritius
Port Louis | March 14, 2024 3:55:50 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday oversaw the signing of four Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) between India and Mauritius to enhance cooperation in the financial services sector, information sharing and capacity building to combat corruption and mone ... read..


UK grants asylum to Palestinian citizen of Israel, citing persecution concerns upon return
London | March 14, 2024 3:55:48 AM IST
The United Kingdom granted asylum to a Palestinian, who also held residentship of Israel, saying he would likely be persecuted if he returned, Al Jazeera reported on Wednesday. ... read..


"UNSC reforms should be facilitated": Belarussian FM backs India's bid of permanent seat in world body
New Delhi | March 14, 2024 2:56:36 AM IST
Joining the chorus for reforms in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), Belarusian Foreign Minister Sergei Aleinik, who is currently on a visit to India, said Minsk would support India's call for a permanent seat in the world body. ... read..


President Murmu performs 'Jalabhishek' at Mangalmurti Mahadev in Mauritius
Port Louis | March 14, 2024 1:56:04 AM IST
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday performed 'Jalabhishek' at the Mangalmurti Mahadev during her ongoing state visit to Mauritius while offering prayers along with Gangajal at the sacred Ganga Talao. ... read..


"Will eventually backfire on the US itself," China on possible TikTok ban in America
Beijing | March 13, 2024 11:26:33 PM IST
China has condemned the bill passed on Wednesday in the US House of Representatives, which could potentially ban Chinese social media TikTok for users in America, with Beijing terming it as an "act of bullying" that will backfire on the US, CNN reported. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 5.3 jolts Afghanistan
Kabul | March 13, 2024 11:26:24 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 5.3 on the Richter scale jolted Afghanistan on Wednesday, the National Center for Seismology reported. ... read..


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..


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