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Nawaz Sharif engaged in cabinet selection amid speculations of PML-N, PPP coalition: Report

Islamabad | February 19, 2024 3:25:06 PM IST

Amid the February 8 polls, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Nawaz Sharif is keeping a low profile but active behind the scenes in the formation of federal and Punjab governments, as Dawn reported on February 17. ... read..

Taiwan rejects China's criticism over kinmen boat chase, vows to uphold Maritime Law

Taipei | February 19, 2024 3:24:51 PM IST

Taiwan has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding maritime law within its dominion, rejecting Beijing's ongoing criticism of the Taiwanese Coast Guard's handling of an incident near Kinmen that resulted in the deaths of two Chinese fishermen, as reported ... read..

Israel threatens to expand military operations in Rafah if hostages not returned before Ramadan

Tel Aviv | February 19, 2024 3:24:44 PM IST

Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz issued a stark warning, declaring that Israeli military operations in Rafah would be expanded if hostages held by Hamas were not returned by the commencement of Ramadan, expected on March 10 or 11, CNN reported. ... read..

Pak: SC rejects withdrawal, orders plaintiff's presence in plea seeking 2024 election annulment

Islamabad | February 19, 2024 2:25:24 PM IST

The Pakistan Supreme Court (SC) on Monday rejected the withdrawal of a plea seeking the annulment of the 2024 elections and directed the police to present the plaintiff, Ali Khan, before the three-member bench, ARY News reported. ... read..

International Court of Justice to hold hearings on legality of Israel's occupation of Palestinian territories

The Hague | February 19, 2024 2:25:04 PM IST

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is preparing to commence historic hearings on the legality of Israel's 57-year occupation of Palestinian territories. Scheduled for a week at The Hague, the proceedings coincide with Israel's ongoing military offen ... read..

China-Taiwan tensions surge as Beijing increases patrolling following fishermen's deaths

Beijing | February 19, 2024 1:24:02 PM IST

Tensions are escalating in the waters near Taiwan as China intensifies patrols around a group of islands controlled by Taiwan. This move comes in the aftermath of the death of two Chinese fishermen who drowned during a pursuit by Taiwan's coast guard, acc ... read..

Pak: Bilawal rejects power-sharing proposal, declares Zardari as PPP's presidential candidate

Karachi | February 19, 2024 12:25:11 PM IST

Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari disclosed that he has declined a proposed power-sharing arrangement, wherein the prime minister's office would be shared between two parties. Bilawal firmly stated that his father, former presi ... read..

Taiwan reinstitutes NBC gas chamber training as compulsory military service, extends to 1 yr

Taipei | February 19, 2024 12:24:55 PM IST

In a significant move to bolster Taiwan's military preparedness, a cohort of new conscripts underwent nuclear, biological, and chemical (NBC) training inside a gas chamber for the first time in over a decade, Focus Taiwan reported. ... read..

Taiwan reinstitutes NBC gas chamber training as compulsory military service extends to 1 yr

Taipei | February 19, 2024 12:24:53 PM IST

Afghanistan: UN Deputy Secretary-General initiates women-centric talks

Kabul | February 19, 2024 12:24:49 PM IST

Kanni Wignaraja, the UN Assistant Secretary-General, has arrived in Afghanistan to delve into conversations regarding projects concerning women, including livelihood, empowerment, the provision of essential services, and participation in society, as repor ... read..

PPP asserts confidence in forming govt in Balochistan with PML-N support: Sarfraz Bugti

Balochistan | February 19, 2024 12:24:44 PM IST

The Pakistan People's Party (PPP) firmly claimed that it is poised to establish its government in Balochistan, citing full support from the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) in the province, Dawn reported. ... read..

Tribal violence in Papua New Guinea leaves 64 dead

Port Moresby | February 19, 2024 11:25:45 AM IST

In what has been described as the biggest tribal clashes in recent history, Papua New Guinea's northern highlands witnessed a devastating episode resulting in at least 64 casualties, Al Jazeera reported citing local reports. ... read..

JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman rejects alliance with Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf

Islamabad | February 19, 2024 11:25:44 AM IST

Maulana Fazlur Rehman, the chief of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F), categorically dismissed the prospect of forming an alliance with the Imran Khan-led Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), citing insurmountable differences between the two parties, ARY N ... read..

Islamabad High Court issues written order summoning interim PM Kakar in missing Baloch students case

Islamabad | February 19, 2024 11:25:35 AM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) has issued a written order reaffirming its earlier directives to caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar and secretaries of relevant ministries to personally attend the upcoming hearing on Monday regarding the case of m ... read..

Sunni Ittehad Council joins hands with PTI, aims for government formation

Islamabad | February 19, 2024 11:25:19 AM IST

In a strategic move aimed at securing government formations in various regions, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced an alliance with the Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC), marking a significant shift in its political maneuvers following the Februar ... read..

Alexie Navalny's widow to meet EU foreign ministers: Josep Borrell

Moscow | February 19, 2024 11:25:17 AM IST

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, is scheduled to meet with European foreign ministers in Brussels on Monday, according to the European Union's foreign policy chief, c, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

French Senate Chairman, visits India to boost bilateral relations

New Delhi | February 19, 2024 11:24:59 AM IST

Gerard Larcher, Chairman of the French Senate, is on an official visit to India on February 19 and 20, 2024, accompanied by a delegation of five senators, the French Embassy in India said. ... read..

US: First responder, two police officers killed in Minneapolis shooting

Minnesota | February 19, 2024 8:23:54 AM IST

Two police officers and a firefighter were fatally shot and another officer was left injured after responding to a domestic incident early Sunday morning in Burnsville, Minnesota, CNN reported, citing local authorities. ... read..

World Police Summit addresses contemporary challenges through knowledge exchange: Assistant Chief of Police in Minnesota

Middle East | February 19, 2024 7:23:35 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 19 (ANI/WAM): Rudy Perez, Assistant Chief of Police at the City of Golden Valley, MN, US, said that the World Police Summit, which will be held in Dubai on March 5-7, 2024, is a global platform for innovation, cooperation, and progre ... read..

Israeli-led research team unlocks new era in plant cloning technology

Middle East | February 19, 2024 7:23:33 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], February 19 (ANI/TPS): An international team of Israeli-led researchers unveiled a significant improvement to the process of genetically cloning plants, potentially revolutionizing modern agriculture. ... read..

Alexei Navalny's wife makes first post since husband's death in Russian prison

Moscow | February 19, 2024 6:23:43 AM IST

Yulia Navalnaya, the wife of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, who died mysteriously in prison, posted for the first time on Sunday after her husband's death. ... read..

Rebutting Biden again, Israeli cabinet unanimously reject Palestinian statehood

Tel Aviv | February 19, 2024 5:24:06 AM IST

Further showcasing the growing friction between the US and Israel, the Israeli cabinet unanimously approved a declaration strongly opposing any plan for Palestinian statehood, the Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Brazilian President Lula compares Gaza operation to 'Holocaust'; outraged Israel says 'red line' crossed

Tel Aviv | February 19, 2024 5:23:58 AM IST

Brazilian President Lula da Silva compared Israel's ongoing operation in Gaza to the 'Holocaust' against the Palestinian people, a remark that left Tel Aviv 'livid' as it hit back, calling the remarks "shameful," the Times of Israel reported. ... read..

China resorting to 'grey zone' tactics after deadly Kinmen boat incident: Experts

Taipei | February 19, 2024 5:23:49 AM IST

China's claim that the waters between Taiwan's Kinmen archipelago and China's Xiamen are not a restricted area is an example of Beijing employing "grey zone" tactics to ratchet up pressure against Taipei, Focus Taiwan reported, citing experts on Sunday. ... read..

"Will continue to enforce law on...": Taiwan rejects China's criticisms over Kinmen incident

Taipei | February 19, 2024 4:23:30 AM IST

Taiwan rejected Beijing's criticism of the Taiwanese Coast Guard's handling of a case near Kinmen that left two Chinese fishermen dead and said that Taipei will continue to "enforce the law in waters it controls," Focus Taiwan reported. ... read..

Nikki Haley calls Trump's NATO remarks "bone-chilling", accuses him of "empowering" Putin

Washington DC | February 19, 2024 4:23:29 AM IST

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley slammed former President Donald Trump over his recent comments on NATO, and accused him of 'empowering' Russian President Vladimir Putin, CNN reported. ... read..

US conducts five strikes in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen, including underwater vessel

Sanaa | February 19, 2024 3:22:58 AM IST

Amid escalating tensions in the Red Sea, the United States conducted five strikes in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen on Sunday, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. ... read..

Dubai Municipality to review integrated digital programmes, services at Gulfood 2024

Middle East | February 19, 2024 12:23:33 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Municipality is set to participate in Gulfood 2024, one of the largest food and beverage exhibitions to be held from 19th to 23rd February at Dubai World Trade Centre, to review its integrated digital programmes a ... read..

Latifa bint Mohammed inaugurates 'Introducing Zayed National Museum

Middle East | February 19, 2024 12:23:31 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council, today inaugurated the 'Introducing Zayed National Museum: The Foundati ... read..

Can ratify Sweden's accession to NATO in February, says Hungary PM Orban

Budapest | February 19, 2024 12:23:29 AM IST

In a recent move, the Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orban, announced that the Hungarian parliament can ratify Sweden's NATO membership when it convenes for its new session later this month, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..

UAE: Sharjah Consultative Council discusses cooperation with Police Research Centre

Asia | February 18, 2024 11:23:28 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Consultative Council (SCC) has discussed with the Police Research Centre at the Sharjah Police General Command the strengthening of joint cooperation in the fields of scientific research by proposing and p ... read..

Forward-looking vision of wise leadership reflected in UAE's non-oil foreign trade: Al Zeyoudi

Asia | February 18, 2024 11:23:25 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, stressed that the forward-looking vision of the wise leadership to expand the network of trade and investment partners was significantly reflected ... read..

Saqr Ghobash meets with Acting President of Jordanian Senate

Asia | February 18, 2024 11:23:22 PM IST

Amman [Jorden], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), met with Dr. Abdullah Ensour, Acting President of the Jordanian Senate, during his current official visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan at the head of ... read..

Omar Ayub will become Pak PM if poll panel releases results on basis of Form 45: PTI chairman

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 11:23:16 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman, Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, said that Omar Ayub Khan would become Prime Minister of the country if the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) released results on the basis of Form 45, according to ARY News. ... read..

"Look forward to working with new Presidency": PM Modi congratulates Indonesia's newly elected President Prabowo Subianto

New Delhi | February 18, 2024 11:23:15 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Indonesia's newly-elected president, Prabowo Subianto, and said that he is looking forward to further strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries. ... read..

Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin Shinawatra freed after six months in detention

Bangkok | February 18, 2024 11:23:08 PM IST

After spending more than 15 years in self-imposed exile, former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra was freed from detention on Sunday after serving six months in jail, CNN reported. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar wishes government and people of Gambia on their Independence Day

Munich | February 18, 2024 11:23:06 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended his wishes to the government and the people of Gambia on their Independence Day on Sunday. ... read..

"World is seeing how our relations with many countries are strong...": PM Modi on foreign policy

New Delhi | February 18, 2024 10:24:59 PM IST

Lauding how India's foreign policy is going strong, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that the world is seeing how New Delhi's relations with many countries continue to grow stronger in trade, tourism, technology and various other aspects. ... read..

Pakistan: Amid rigging allegations, Rawalpindi police officer takes 15-day leave for UK family trip

Rawalpindi | February 18, 2024 10:24:56 PM IST

After Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chatha confessed to his role in rigging the recent Pakistan elections, the city's regional police officer, Syed Khurram Ali, took 15-day leave on Sunday, the Express Tribune reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Calls for justice as Amnesty International condemns killing of Hidayat Lohar

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 10:24:44 PM IST

Amnesty International (NGO that campaigns for human rights) has issued a statement condemning the murder of Sindhi political activist and teacher Hidayatullah Lohar, emphasising the urgent need for an independent and impartial investigation by Pakistani a ... read..

Jaishankar meets Palestinian Foreign Minister Riyad al-Maliki, discusses Gaza situation

Munich | February 18, 2024 10:24:40 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the foreign minister of Palestine, Riyad al-Maliki, in Munich on Sunday and discussed the situation in Gaza. ... read..

Extension of limit for India's HICD Project made under legislative jurisdiction: Nepal PM

Kathmandu | February 18, 2024 9:23:17 PM IST

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal on Sunday informed parliamentarians that the extension of High Impact Community Development (HICD) Projects has been made under the legislative jurisdiction. ... read..

UK: 17-year-old boy stabbed to death in east London

London | February 18, 2024 9:23:06 PM IST

A 17-year-old boy died after he was stabbed at Hackney Road near the junction with Cremer Street in east London on Saturday, police said in an official statement. ... read..

'Confident' of congress approval for renewed military aid, US President assures Ukraine's Zelenskyy

Washington, DC | February 18, 2024 8:24:53 PM IST

Following Ukraine's withdrawal of troops from the key eastern town of Avdiivka, United States President Joe Biden has assured Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that he is confident that Congress will renew military aid to fight Russia, Al Jazeera re ... read..

Netherlands: Rival groups clash in The Hague, set police cars on fire, throw stones

The Hague | February 18, 2024 8:24:46 PM IST

The Hague police officers on Saturday used tear gas in an attempt to disperse the crowd after a brawl broke out between two groups of Eritreans at the Opera conference hall on Fruitweg, NL Times reported. ... read..

US threatens to veto new Gaza ceasefire resolution at UNSC

Washington, DC | February 18, 2024 8:24:45 PM IST

The United States on Saturday warned of exercising its veto power at the UN Security Council against a resolution calling for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N leader claims Zardari, Shehbaz finalised terms of govt formation

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 8:24:38 PM IST

Former National Assembly opposition leader Raja Riaz, who is also the leader of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), claimed that Pakistan People's Party's co-chair Asif Ali Zardari and former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif have settled the parameters of ... read..

Amid ageing population, Japan's famed 'Naked man' festival held one last time

Tokyo | February 18, 2024 7:24:26 PM IST

Amid growing concerns over an ageing population and declining childbirths, a weird Japanese festival that features almost-naked men fighting over a hemp bag filled with charms took place for one last time on February 17 in Iwate prefecture, according to A ... read..

Revolt rocks Pakistan as citizens bear brunt of severe inflation

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 7:24:17 PM IST

Pakistan, in order to cater to its economic downfall, once again raised the prices of domestic natural gas. This action has now become the reason for a countrywide revolt. ... read..

Indo-US MQ-9B Predator drone deal expected to be signed in next few months: Navy Chief

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 18, 2024 6:24:04 PM IST

Indian Navy chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on Sunday said the all-important deal for buying 31 Predator drones from the US has been cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council and is expected to be signed in the next few months. ... read..

Earthquake of 5.1 magnitude jolts Afghanistan

Kabul | February 18, 2024 6:23:48 PM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 5.1 on the Richter scale was recorded in Afghanistan on Sunday evening, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..

Pakistan electoral body delays notifying results of majority of PTI-backed independents, voters express concern

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 6:23:46 PM IST

Even as Pakistan political parties are deliberating to form their government, the Pakistan electoral body is yet to notify the victory of most of the independent candidates who won the National Assembly (NA) seats in general elections, Dawn reported on Su ... read..

Royal Australian Navy warship docks in Vishakhapatnam, to take part in 'MILAN2024' exercise

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 18, 2024 5:23:46 PM IST

HMAS Warramunga, an Anzac-class frigate of the Royal Australian Navy on Sunday arrived in Visakhapatnam to take part in the multilateral naval exercise, 'MILAN 2024,' the Eastern Naval Command said. ... read..

'Pakistan now faces a question of morality': POK rights activist Amjad Ayub Mirza

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 4:23:53 PM IST

Exiled human rights activist from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (POK) Amjad Ayub Mirza emphasised that Pakistan now faces a severe crisis, not just about elections, and and poll rigging but, "morality." ... read..

Visakhapatnam: Navy Chief hails 'MILAN 24' as largest naval exercise of all time

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | February 18, 2024 4:23:49 PM IST

In the bustling maritime city of Visakhapatnam, the stage is set for MILAN 24, the largest multilateral naval exercise to date. As the naval forces converge, Navy Chief Admiral Hari Kumar illuminated the significance of this grand gathering. ... read..

Balochistan nationalist parties call for province-wide wheel jam strike today

Balochistan | February 18, 2024 4:23:47 PM IST

Leaders from a coalition of Baloch, Pashtoon and Hazara nationalist parties accused the process of being marred by corruption, and called for a wheel jam strike today (Sunday), as reported by Dawn. ... read..

PML-N, PPP committees to hold next round of talks tomorrow

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 4:23:36 PM IST

The coordination committees of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) convened on February 17 to deliberate on key proposals concerning government formation, indicating progress on multiple fronts, as reported by The ... read..

Pak elections: JUI-F to launch protest against 'rigging' in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 3:24:32 PM IST

The Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUIF) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter rejected the poll results and announced a protest campaign against alleged rigging in the February 8 general elections, The News International reported. ... read..

Determined to help anybody who's in distress, says Navy Chief

New Delhi | February 18, 2024 3:24:26 PM IST

After the Pakistani and Iranian crew expressed gratitude towards the Indian Navy for saving them from Somali pirates, Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on Sunday emphasised that they are determined to help anybody who's in distress, adding that they ... read..

UAE: Friends of Arthritis Patients to launch 11th marathon on February 25

Middle East | February 18, 2024 3:24:14 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): The Friends of Arthritis Patients, one of the health-supporting associations affiliated with the Health Promotion Department of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah, announced its intention to launch th ... read..

Double podium for UAE Team Emirates in Spain, Portugal

Middle East | February 18, 2024 3:24:12 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): UAE Team Emirates took two podiums in two races today with Juan Ayuso taking 2nd on the 4.5km TT at the Vuelta Andalucia, while Rui Oliveira sprinted to a close 2nd place on stage 3 of the Volta Algarve. ... read..

Pakistan poll shocker: Rawalpindi Commissioner owns up to 'electoral misconduct', resigns

Rawalpindi | February 18, 2024 2:24:05 PM IST

In a stunning turn of events, Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chatha claimed that the results of the February 8 general elections were 'manipulated' under his supervision, Dawn reported, adding that he tendered his resignation immediately after making ... read..

Report claims Chinese authorities spying on exiled Tibetans

Lhasa | February 18, 2024 2:24:03 PM IST

The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRS) released a report, followed by an organisation based in the North Indian hill town of Dharamshala, revealing Chinese authorities' surveillance of exile Tibetans to collect personal information. ... read..

"No compromise on Rafah operation": Israeli PM vows to continue fight despite global appeals

Jerusalem | February 18, 2024 1:23:54 PM IST

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded on February 17 to rising appeals from world leaders to avoid a ground operation in Rafah, remarking that doing so would mean "losing the war against Hamas," as reported by The Times of Israel. ... read..

Tour groups visiting China call for a halt; former Taiwan President calls for cross-strait dialogue to resolve issue

Asia | February 18, 2024 1:23:50 PM IST

Taipei [Taiwan], February 18 (ANI/CNA): Taiwan's former President Ma Ying-jeou called for a halt to tour groups travelling to China and called for cross-strait dialogue to resolve the issue. ... read..

Pakistan: Bushra Bibi challenges Toshakhana sentence in Islamabad High Court

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 12:23:56 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi has challenged her conviction in the Toshakhana case before the Islamabad High Court (IHC), as reported by Dawn. ... read..

Symphony of teamwork, strategy at India-France Naval exercises over Bay of Bengal

New Delhi | February 18, 2024 11:23:57 AM IST

Aircraft of the Indian and French Navies joined forces over the Bay of Bengal and created a symphony of teamwork and strategy. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar engages in brief interaction with his Chinese counterpart at Munich Security Conference

Munich | February 18, 2024 10:24:12 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in a brief conversation on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Saturday. ... read..

Russia captures Avdiivka after Ukraine withdraws from key eastern town

Avdiivka | February 18, 2024 10:24:03 AM IST

Following Ukraine's withdrawal of troops from the key eastern town of Avdiivka, Russian President Vladimir Putin has hailed his army's capture of the Ukrainian town of Avdiivka as an "important victory", as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..

Balochistan's call for transparency: Protesters refuse to call off protest until 'originally' elected members notified

Quetta | February 18, 2024 10:24:02 AM IST

Despite the passage of more than a week, workers and supporters of various political parties have refused to call off their protest against the alleged rigging in the elections, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

Hamed bin Zayed crowns winner of UAE President's Cup for Purebred Arabian Horses

Middle East | February 18, 2024 8:23:49 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, Sheikh Hamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan crowned the winner of the main race in the UA ... read..

Labour protests witness rapid rise in China amid ongoing economic challenges: Report

Beijing | February 18, 2024 8:23:45 AM IST

Labour protests in China have witnessed a rapid surge since August, 2023, VOA News reported, citing rights groups. ... read..

Killing of Baloch labourer showcases lack of safety for people n Balochistan: Mahrang Baloch

Balochistan | February 18, 2024 8:23:42 AM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch has said that the tragic killing of a Baloch labourer by the Pakistani Coast Guard in Gwadar's Jewani underscores the alarming lack of safety for Baloch people in Balochistan. She said that Baloch people continue to face gra ... read..

Taliban-appointed minister calls unity among Pashtun tribes in Pakistan crucial for their freedom

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 7:24:31 AM IST

Taliban-appointed Deputy Foreign Minister Sher Mohammad Abbas Stanikzai has called unity among Pashtun tribes in Pakistan crucial for their freedom, The Balochistan Post reported. He said that the Durand Line has divided half of Afghanistan from them and ... read..

Russian opposition leader Navalny's team confirms his death, demands return of body

Moscow | February 18, 2024 7:24:29 AM IST

Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's spokesperson, Kira Yarmysh, has confirmed his death and demanded that his body be handed over to his family "immediately." Yarmysh accused Russian officials of lying in order to delay the process, CNN reported. ... read..

Jaishankar calls for a "permanent fix" to Israel-Palestine conflict

Munich | February 18, 2024 6:24:18 AM IST

Calling Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7 an act of terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that Israel should have been "very mindful" of civilian casualties in its response and emphasised its "obligation to observe international humani ... read..

Hungary could ratify Sweden's NATO bid in February: Viktor Orban

Budapest | February 18, 2024 6:24:16 AM IST

Hungary Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Saturday announced that Hungary can ratify Sweden's North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) bid as soon as February 26, CNN reported. ... read..

Sharjah Deputy Ruler Sultan bin Ahmed attends UOS Alumni Association ceremony

Middle East | February 18, 2024 5:23:39 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], February 18 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and President of the University of Sharjah, attended the annual ceremony of the University of Sharjah (UOS) Alumni Association 2024, under the slo ... read..

Second UAE aid ship arrives at Al Arish Port; carrying 4,544 tonnes of humanitarian supplies

Middle East | February 18, 2024 3:24:24 AM IST

Al Arish [Egypt], February 18 (ANI/WAM): The second UAE aid ship carrying 4,544 tonnes of humanitarian supplies arrived at the Port of Al Arish in preparation for its entry into the Gaza Strip, as part of Operation "Gallant Knight 3", launched by the UAE ... read..

Pakistan Election Commission forms committee to probe Rawalpindi commissioner's rigging allegations

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 3:24:21 AM IST

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has established a high-level committee to probe the rigging allegations made by Rawalpindi Commissioner Liaquat Ali Chatha, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar, former US State Secy Mike Pompeo exchange views on contemporary politics

Munich | February 18, 2024 3:24:19 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (local time) held a meeting with former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and exchanged views on contemporary politics. The meeting between two leaders was held on the sidelines of the Munich Security Con ... read..

Political stalemate continues in Pakistan as PPP, PML-N fail to reach agreement on coalition govt formation

Islamabad | February 18, 2024 2:24:16 AM IST

A political stalemate in Pakistan continued as Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) failed to reach an agreement on government formation following a split mandate in national elections, Pakistan-based The Express Tribune r ... read..

Jaishankar, Saudi Arabian counterpart discuss strategic partnership, West Asia

Munich | February 18, 2024 2:24:13 AM IST

On the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (local time) held a meeting with his Saudi Arabian counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and discussed the West Asia situation and the strategic partner ... read..

Apache, Rafale, LCH Prachand mark stunning debut in Vayushakti 2024 as IAF displays combat firepower

By Sahil Pandey

Pokhran (Rajasthan) | February 17, 2024 11:54:38 PM IST

The Indian Air Force (IAD) on Saturday displayed its combat firepower in 'Exercise Vayushakti 2024' at Pokhran Range near Jaisalmer. A range of the country's enviable air assets, including Rafale fighters, LCH Prachand Chinook and Apache demonstrated thei ... read..

Pak: Gwadar witnesses agitations after labour killed by Coast Guard

Gwadar | February 17, 2024 11:54:36 PM IST

A protest erupted on Saturday in the Kuntani Hor area of Gwadar, Balochistan, after the Pakistani coast guard killed a local Baloch labourer at sea. Reportedly, the coast guard killed the labourer by hitting their speedboat onto his kayak, The Balochistan ... read..

Ukrainian forces withdraw from Avdiivka amid escalating Russian attacks

Kyiv | February 17, 2024 11:54:32 PM IST

Ukrainian forces have withdrawn from the key eastern town of Avdiivka after months of intense fighting. The town, which had become one of the most fiercely contested battlegrounds on the eastern front, witnessed an escalation of Moscow's attacks, includin ... read..

"Individuals with concerns...": Pak caretaker PM opens on rigging claims

Islamabad | February 17, 2024 11:54:31 PM IST

Amid rigging accusations in Pakistan's general elections by political parties and individuals, caretaker Prime Minister, Anwar ul-Haq Kakar said that whoever harbours any concerns regarding electoral irregularities is encouraged to pursue legal recourse t ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets counterparts from Portugal, Poland, Belgium on sidelines of Security Conference in Munich

Munich | February 17, 2024 11:54:29 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his counterparts from Poland, Belgium, and Portugal on the sidelines of the Security Conference in Munich on Saturday. ... read..

"Will take Pakistan towards political stability, not revenge," after coming to power: Imran Khan

Rawalpindi | February 17, 2024 11:54:27 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan stressed on Friday that there would be no political vendetta if his party came to power and said they would work for the development of the country, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

India-Taiwan sign Mou to bring in Indian workers

Taipei | February 17, 2024 11:54:25 PM IST

In a further boost to bilateral ties between India and Taiwan, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the two countries Friday to enable Indian migrant workers to find jobs there. ... read..

India sends second consignment of humanitarian assistance to Zambia amid cholera outbreak

New Delhi | February 17, 2024 11:54:05 PM IST

India on Saturday sent the second humanitarian aid to Zambia amid the ongoing cholera outbreak in the country. ... read..

France to deliver arms, train Ukraine soldiers in key agreement with Kyiv

Kyiv | February 17, 2024 10:54:14 PM IST

Amid the ongoing war with Russia, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a new long-term security pact with France, hours after securing a similar deal and aid from Germany, Al Jazeera reported on Saturday. ... read..

"All of us follow enormous efforts which Tony is putting in right now": EAM lauds Blinken's West Asia tours

Munich | February 17, 2024 10:54:12 PM IST

Amid multiple conflicts and crises that have taken hold of West Asia, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said all global partners of the US have aligned themselves and made common cause with the efforts at peace and resolution that Secreta ... read..

" Clearly, 30 countries saw value in it...": Jaishankar commends BRICS at Munich Security Conference

Munich | February 17, 2024 9:53:39 PM IST

Addressing the rise of BRICS and other middle powers in the evolving geopolitical landscape, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday applauded the intergovernmental organisation, stating a large number of countries "willing to join" the platfor ... read..

"Appreciated her guidance on India Bangladesh Maitri": Jaishankar after calling on PM Sheikh Hasina in Munich

Munich | February 17, 2024 9:53:20 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday called on Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on the sidelines of the ongoing Munich Security Conference 2024, congratulating the Awami League on the fresh mandate in the recent national elections. ... read..

Jaishankar calls on WHO chief 'Tulsi Bhai', discusses traditional medicine, pandemic preparedness

Munich | February 17, 2024 8:53:58 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on the Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, on the sidelines of the ongoing Munich Security Conference on Saturday. ... read..

"Our peculiar election has also confused Google...": Former Pak PM Abbasi

Islamabad | February 17, 2024 7:54:19 PM IST

Amid the frenetic power play and uncertainty around the formation of the new government in Pakistan, former Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, said the politics of grabbing power has always been harmful to the country and its people. ... read..

Greek PM set for State visit to India, first in 15 years

New Delhi | February 17, 2024 7:54:17 PM IST

At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis of Greece will pay a State visit to India from February 21-22, the Ministry of External Affairs announced. ... read..

"I am smart enough to have multiple options...": EAM Jaishankar reasserts Indian stand to buy Russian oil

Munich | February 17, 2024 7:54:06 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday reaffirmed India's stand and commitment to buy Russian oil despite respective sanctions on Moscow amid the military conflict with Ukraine, saying it should not be a problem for others. ... read..

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