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PM Modi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum acknowledge Indian diaspora's contribution to Dubai's evolution into global hub for trade, services, tourism
Dubai | February 14, 2024 7:24:42 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as he met Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, on Wednesday, held a wide range of discussions. The two leaders also acknowledged the contribution of the Indian diaspora to Duba ... read..


International Energy Agency will benefit when India plays bigger role in it: PM Modi
New Delhi | February 14, 2024 6:24:24 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India is the world's fastest growing major economy and the International Energy Agency (IEA) will benefit from the talent, technology and innovation brought to the table by the country. ... read..


Grand inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi draws massive crowds amid 'PM Modi' chants
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 6:24:22 PM IST
The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is witnessing an overwhelming influx of people, resonating with enthusiastic "Modi-Modi" chants, as they eagerly await the historic inauguration ceremony by Prime Mi ... read..


Student federation in PoK protests against increased prices of electricity, wheat
Muzaffarabad | February 14, 2024 6:24:13 PM IST
The National Federation of Students (NFS) organised a protest and long march at various locations in Muzaffarabad in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK). ... read..


PoK: Protest against revengeful arrests in Gilgit Baltistan will continue, prominent leaders announce
Gilgit Baltistan | February 14, 2024 6:24:04 PM IST
The prominent members of the Awami Action Committee (AAC) announced on Wednesday that the protest against the government will continue in Gilgit Baltistan (GB). ... read..


Attacks by Houthis big concern, Indian Navy deployed for maintaining maritime security: Vice Navy chief
By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | February 14, 2024 6:23:57 PM IST
Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, said on Wednesday that Houthi attacks are a cause for concern and Indian Navy deployments are to contribute towards maintaining maritime security in the region. ... read..


"We have to listen to voice of Global South, bring forward their priorities": PM Modi in UAE
Dubai | February 14, 2024 6:23:50 PM IST
Highlighting the importance of inclusivity, PM Modi on Wednesday called upon the countries at the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai, to amplify the voices and priorities of the Global South in global decision-making processes. ... read..


"Hope to work on the untapped areas of cooperation," ASEAN Secretary General during India visit
Asia | February 14, 2024 5:25:10 PM IST
By Vishu Adhana ... read..


"World needs governments which are inclusive, take everyone along": PM Modi at World Governments Summit
Middle East | February 14, 2024 4:24:59 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 14 (ANI ): Noting that challenges of the previous century including food, health, water and energy security are increasing despite the progress in technology, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that the world needs govern ... read..


PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with VP and PM of UAE Mohammed bin Rashid
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 4:24:54 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum on Wednesday. ... read..


Israeli archaeologists uncover 1,800-year-old roman military base
Middle East | February 14, 2024 4:24:50 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 14 (ANI/TPS): Archaeologists uncovered the remains of an ancient Roman legionary base in northern Israel dating back 1,800 years, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced on Wednesday. ... read..


Air taxi to revolutionise urban transportation in Dubai: Joby Aviation CEO
Middle East | February 14, 2024 4:24:43 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): JoeBen Bevirt, Founder and CEO of Joby Aviation, announced the company's commitment to manufacturing and operating air taxi services in Dubai, slated for commercial launch in 2026. This move solidifies Dubai's posit ... read..


"My biggest principle has been minimum government, maximum governance": PM Modi at World Governments Summit
Dubai | February 14, 2024 4:24:42 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday emphasised that his biggest principle has been "minimum government, maximum governance" and noted that it is the government's job to ensure minimal government interference in people's lives. ... read..


Abu Dhabi: PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 3:25:03 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday held a bilateral meeting with Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina, in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


Not an absolute no from India on RCEP; door remains open: ASEAN Secy General Kao Kim Hourn
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | February 14, 2024 2:26:23 PM IST
The door for India to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) remains open, said ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn on Wednesday, expressing hope that New Delhi will reconsider its participation in the world's largest trade deal. ... read..


'Matter of pride, we are making a cultural icon here': Member of Indian diaspora in UAE on BAPS Hindu Temple
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 2:25:45 PM IST
As the world awaits the inauguration of the first Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi, a member of the Indian diaspora shared his excitement and said that it is a matter of pride that, apart from sports, finance and everything else, a cultural icon has been built h ... read..


"Important stakes involved...," Foreign Secy Kwatra says Israel-Palestine, Red Sea conflict feature in PM Modi-UAE President meeting
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 2:25:36 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan during their delegation level and one-to one talks, discussed significant global developments including the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict and tensions in the Red Sea, Forei ... read..


"India-UAE partnership one of most comprehensive partnerships India has with any of countries": Foreign Secretary Kwatra
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 1:24:24 PM IST
The partnership with the UAE is one of the most comprehensive partnerships India has with any country, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said on Wednesday in a special briefing on the PM's official two-day visit to the UAE. ... read..


'Aim is to see how quickly India-Middle East-Economic Corridor gets operated...': Foreign Secretary
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 1:24:20 PM IST
Highlighting the agreement signed between India and the UAE on the intergovernmental framework concerning cooperation on the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEC), Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra stressed that one of the aims is to see how quickly the ... read..


Not an absolute no from India on RCEP; door remains open: ASEAN Secy General
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | February 14, 2024 1:24:07 PM IST
The door for India to the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) remains open, said ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn CM on Wednesday, expressing hope that New Delhi will reconsider its participation in the world's largest trade deal. ... read..


Consecration ceremony of BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi begins ahead of its inauguration by PM Modi today
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 11:24:21 AM IST
The consecration ceremony of the BAPS Hindu Temple in Abu Dhabi is being done ahead of its inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi later today. ... read..


India, New Zealand working to address trade barriers: New Zealand envoy David Pine
Asia | February 14, 2024 10:24:50 AM IST
Acknowledging that trade in goods between New Delhi and Wellington is "pretty low," New Zealand's High Commissioner to India, David Pine said on Tuesday that both nations are working to address the trade barriers and find ways to stimulate the demands. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf open to talks with all parties, except PPP, PML-N: Imran Khan
Islamabad | February 14, 2024 10:24:43 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan on Wednesday said that his party is willing to talk to all political parties except with the Pakistan Peoples Party, Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and the Muttahida Qaumi Movement (MQM-P), as report ... read..


US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin urges Senate to pass National Security Bill "immediately"
Washington, DC | February 14, 2024 9:23:34 AM IST
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin urged the Senate to pass the national security bill immediately to invest in America's national security, which will further bolster its deterrence in the Indo-Pacific. ... read..


India has been at forefront of supporting action-oriented steps globally in response to climate change: Ruchira Kamboj
New York | February 14, 2024 9:23:32 AM IST
India's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, firmly emphasised that India has been at the forefront of supporting action-oriented steps at global level in response to climate change, adding that it will always be a "champion" fo ... read..


US envoy doesn't expect NATO invitation to Ukraine at Washington summit in July
Washington, DC | February 14, 2024 8:24:09 AM IST
The US Permanent Representative to NATO, Julianne Smith, said on Tuesday (local time) that she does not expect the North Atlantic Treaty Alliance (NATO) alliance to extend membership invitation to Ukraine at the NATO summit set to held in Washington in Ju ... read..


Islamabad Court summons Pakistan's caretaker PM on Feb 19 over failure to recover allegedly missing Baloch students
Islamabad | February 14, 2024 7:24:11 AM IST
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday summoned Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on February 19 over the failure to recover allegedly missing Baloch students, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Voting begins in Indonesia to elect new President, other leaders
Jakarta | February 14, 2024 7:24:04 AM IST
Voting started in Indonesia on Wednesday with more than 200 million voters casting their ballots to elect a new president amid concerns regarding the cost of living and human rights, CNN reported. ... read..


US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin discharged from hospital
Washington, DC | February 14, 2024 6:24:24 AM IST
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin was discharged from Walter Reed National Medical Center at 3:30 pm (local time) on Tuesday, the US Department of Defence announced in a statement. ... read..


UAE President receives Prime Minister of Albania
Middle East | February 14, 2024 6:24:22 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 14 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Edi Rama, Prime Minister of the Republic of Albania, discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance ties, especially in fields that serve development in both c ... read..


US has great military-to-military relationship with India: Pentagon
Washington, DC | February 14, 2024 5:24:38 AM IST
India and the US have a great military-to-military relationship and good communication with each other, the Pentagon's Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said in a press briefing on Tuesday (local time). ... read..


Pakistan: PDM 'cuddle up' to form coalition, invite PTI to become part of reconciliation process
Islamabad | February 14, 2024 5:24:34 AM IST
In a bid to form a government after the February 8 elections, the Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) has renewed its efforts to form a coalition, inviting Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to also become part of the reconciliation process. ... read..


Israel increases welfare services due to Gaza war
Middle East | February 14, 2024 4:24:29 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Welfare and Social Security implemented 510 new standards for welfare services in local authorities as a result of the war in Gaza. ... read..


Israel opens electricity services to competition
Middle East | February 14, 2024 4:24:27 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said that, for the first time since the establishment of the state, the electricity industry will be opened to competition. The change will come this summer. As such, ... read..


Ahead of PM Modi's address at World Government Summit, Burj Khalifa lit up with 'Guest of Honor - Republic of India'
Dubai | February 14, 2024 3:24:25 AM IST
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address at the World Government Summit, Burj Khalifa in Dubai lit up with the words 'Guest of Honor - Republic of India.' ... read..


Pak law enforcement agencies contines to forcibly abduct Baloch individuals: Report
Balochistan | February 14, 2024 3:24:20 AM IST
Abductions and extrajudicial killings by the hands of the Pakistan Army and Inter-Services Intelligence have been a long-standing issue. Pakistan's law enforcement agencies continue to forcibly abduct Baloch individuals. ... read..


"World looking at India as 'Vishwa Bandhu' ...voice heard in every major platform": PM Modi in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 2:24:22 AM IST
Noting that India is being recognised for its mega infrastructure projects and Digital India is being appreciated, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that the world is looking at India as a 'Vishwa Bandhu'. ... read..


Pakistan: Nawaz nominates brother Shehbaz for PM, daughter Maryam for Punjab CM
Islamabad | February 14, 2024 2:24:20 AM IST
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif has nominated his brother, Shehbaz Sharif, for the position of Pakistan Prime Minister. He has nominated Maryam Nawaz for the post of Punjab Chief Minister, Pakistan-based The Express Tribune repor ... read..


PM Modi announces opening of new CBSE office in Dubai
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 12:24:57 AM IST
Emphasizing the commitment to provide the best education in the UAE, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that a new Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) office will soon be established in Dubai. ... read..


"What India-UAE achieved in community and culture is model for the world": PM Modi
Abu Dhabi | February 14, 2024 12:24:43 AM IST
Highlighting the relationship between India and the UAE in terms of talent and innovation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that what the two countries have achieved in terms of community and culture is a model for the world. ... read..


Titan Lithium to set up AED5 billion lithium processing plant in KEZAD
Middle East | February 14, 2024 12:24:21 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD Group), the largest operator of integrated and purpose-built economic zones, and UAE-based Titan Lithium have announced the signing of a 50-year land lease agreement for the e ... read..


UK lawmaker shares concerns over Uyghur genocide in Xinjiang
London | February 14, 2024 12:24:16 AM IST
Alicia Kearns, a UK lawmaker in the House of Commons, recently shared her concerns on social media regarding the ongoing suppression and genocide of the Uyghur Muslim community in Xinjiang, China. ... read..


Indonesia goes to polls tomorrow as it seeks to enter new phase amid concerns
Jakarta | February 14, 2024 12:24:03 AM IST
Amid concerns regarding the cost of living and human rights, Indonesia will go to the polls tomorrow, as it aims to enter a new phase in politics after President Joko Widodo has completed his maximum term as president. ... read..


"This honour is not just mine but of crores of Indians...": PM Modi recalls UAE's highest civilian award conferred on him
Middle East | February 13, 2024 11:24:21 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI) Noting that this was the seventh visit to UAE in the last 10 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed his gratitude for UAE's highest civilian award - 'The Order of Zayed' which was conferred on him in 2 ... read..


"I didn't need to worry...": PM Modi recalls how UAE President took care of Indians during Covid
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 11:24:19 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for acknowledging the significant contribution of Indians to UAE's development. ... read..


"I guarantee to make India third largest economy in my third term": PM Modi
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 11:24:17 PM IST
Exuding confidence of returning to power in the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he has given a "guarantee" to make India the third largest economy in his third term. ... read..


India likely to use indigenous engines in Arjun tanks as German engines getting delayed by 4 years
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | February 13, 2024 10:24:46 PM IST
India is now planning to go for developing an indigenous power plant for Arjun Mark 1A tanks as the German engines used for powering the indigenous tanks are likely to be delayed by around four years. ... read..


Pak: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari keen on his father becoming President again
Islamabad | February 13, 2024 10:24:42 PM IST
Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman and former Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Tuesday called for making his father, Asif Ali Zardari, the president again, Dawn reported. ... read..


Soldiers uncover booby-trapped tunnel in Jenin refugee camp
Middle East | February 13, 2024 10:24:40 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 13 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested 18 wanted Palestinian terror suspects during counterterror raids in Judea and Samaria on Monday night, the Israel Defense Forces said on Tuesday. ... read..


Communities near Gaza, Lebanon borders to receive armored vehicles
Middle East | February 13, 2024 10:24:38 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 13 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Defence Ministry said it has earmarked 150 million shekels (USD 41 million) to provide 200 armoured vehicles to civilian security teams near the Gaza and Lebanon borders, and in Judea and Samaria. ... read..


AI will not replace humans any time soon, Chief AI Scientist at Meta tells WGS 2024
Middle East | February 13, 2024 10:24:33 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): During the second day of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024, Dr Yann LeCun, Turing Award Laureate, Vice President and Chief AI Scientist at Meta, said that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not replace humans in ma ... read..


Documenting Darkness: National Library of Israel preserving 'collective memory' of Oct 7
Middle East | February 13, 2024 10:24:31 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 13 (ANI/TPS): The National Library of Israel has embarked on a massive project to collect and archive any materials from around the world that have been published about the October 7 massacre, both the good and the bad. ... read..


"You have created a new history... Bharat is proud of you": PM Modi tells Indian diaspora at 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 10:24:25 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told a gathering of the Indian diaspora in UAE that he has brought with him the fragrance of the soil where they were born and a message of 140 crore citizens of India that "Bharat is proud of you". ... read..


Opening new doors; expanding international education: New Zealand varsities acclaim NEP
New Delhi | February 13, 2024 9:24:41 PM IST
New Zealand universities lauded India's National Education Policy (NEP), acknowledging its role in facilitating collaboration with foreign universities and contributing to the expansion of international education opportunities. ... read..


Abu Dhabi: UK MP Priti Patel joins 'Ahlan Modi' event, calls it celebration of diaspora
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 9:24:35 PM IST
British MP Priti Patel, who is in Abu Dhabi to attend the 'Ahlan Modi' event, said that the event is a celebration of culture and diaspora here in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


PM Modi interacts with first batch of IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi campus
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 9:24:32 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the first batch of students from the IIT Delhi-Abu Dhabi Campus and appreciated the project for bringing the students of two countries together. ... read..


Hamas commander arrested in Jenin
Middle East | February 13, 2024 9:24:06 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 13 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested a high-level Hamas commander in Jenin, the Israel Defence Forces announced on Tuesday. ... read..


India signs MoU to interlink UPI with UAE's instant payment platform AANI
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 8:24:28 PM IST
Multiple memoranda of understanding, including an MoU on interlinking of the instant payment platforms - UPI and UAE's AANI, were exchanged between India and the United Arab Emirates in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Mohamm ... read..


Indian diaspora gives warm welcome to PM Modi in Abu Dhabi, eagerly await BAPS Mandir inauguration
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 7:24:34 PM IST
Chants of "Modi Hai Toh Mumkin Hai" and "Ahlan Modi" resonated through the air as the Indian diaspora gathered in Abu Dhabi expressed their fervent excitement after meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..


"Shows your love for India": PM Modi thanks UAE President for BAPS Mandir
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 7:24:32 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for the BAPS Hindu Temple that will be inaugurated tomorrow, and said that it reflects his love and respect for India. ... read..


PM Modi arrives in Abu Dhabi to rousing welcome; to address 'Ahlan Modi' event today
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 6:24:56 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome as he arrived in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. ... read..


'Ahlan Modi': Display of "Unity in Diversity," as artistes from various Indian states await PM Modi
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 6:24:43 PM IST
In a vibrant display of "Unity in Diversity," artistes from various Indian states are gearing up for a cultural spectacle as they eagerly await the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the diaspora event, 'Ahlan Modi' to be held at the Zayed Sports ... read..


Traders in PoK raise concerns over overpriced electricity, severe load-shedding
Muzaffarabad | February 13, 2024 6:24:40 PM IST
The people and traders in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) for a long time have been suffering from severe power cuts and extremely overpriced electricity bills. The issue has been affecting all sections of society as the people who already suffer from rap ... read..


Biden, Jordan's King Abdullah call for enduring end to Israel-Hamas crisis
Washington, DC | February 13, 2024 6:24:38 PM IST
US President Joe Biden held discussions with Jordan's King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein and the two leaders have affirmed their commitment to work together to produce an enduring end to the Israel-Hamas crisis, the White House said in a statement. ... read..


'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' 'Ahlan Modi' slogans reverberate in Abu Dhabi as Indian diaspora awaits PM Modi's address
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 6:24:36 PM IST
The Indian diaspora in Abu Dhabi is eagerly awaiting the address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the 'Ahlan Modi' event later today. ... read..


PM Modi hold bilateral talks with UAE President Al Nahyan; India-UAE exchange MoUs
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 6:24:25 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a bilateral meeting, and several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were exchanged in their presence here on Tuesday. ... read..


Japan: JETRO invites global buyers to exclusive Fukushima, Sanriku seafood tour
Fukushima | February 13, 2024 5:25:56 PM IST
Japan External Trade Oganisation (JETRO) recently orchestrated an exclusive tour for global buyers, exploring the seafood offerings in Fukushima and Sanriku. ... read..


Kazakhstan: Second Annual Astana International Forum in June to focus on cross border diplomacy, collaboration
Astana | February 13, 2024 5:25:51 PM IST
Central Asia's leading international conference, the Astana International Forum (AIF), will take place under the aegis of the Kazakhstan President, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, on June 13-14 in Astana, the Embassy of Kazakhstan in India, stated in a press relea ... read..


Punjab: BSF intercepts heroin, China-manufactured drone in border villages
Amritsar (Punjab) | February 13, 2024 5:25:42 PM IST
A China-manufactured drone and a huge quantity of drugs were intercepted by the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police near border villages along the international border, Khalsa Vox reported. ... read..


Japan: Miyako fish market in Iwate once again attracts buyers and sellers
Iwate | February 13, 2024 4:26:43 PM IST
The newly renovated Miyako Fish Market in Japan's Iwate has been gathering attention for digital gear as sellers are using tablets to collect and share the amount of fish and other sea food items. ... read..


Israeli combat team eliminates over 30 Hamas terrorists
Middle East | February 13, 2024 4:26:26 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 13 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers continued their operations in the Gaza Strip as one combat team eliminated more than 30 Hamas terrorists during the past day, the Israel Defence Forces said. ... read..


UAE's healthcare progress praised by WHO Director-General at World Governments Summit 2024
Middle East | February 13, 2024 4:26:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): Tedros Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), has lauded the United Arab Emirates for substantial advancements in its healthcare sector. ... read..


"Ahlan Modi marks major milestone in India-UAE relations", says member of Indian diaspora
New Delhi | February 13, 2024 4:26:16 PM IST
Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's arrival in Abu Dhabi for a bilateral visit there is a sense of anticipation amidst the Indian community as the Prime Minister is due to attend a community reception 'Ahlan Modi' in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


Punjabi University brings revolution, introduces "PURAN" system to enhance typing in Gurmukhi script on internet
Chandigarh (Punjab) | February 13, 2024 3:25:49 PM IST
A revolutionary system has been developed at the Department of Computer Science in Punjabi University to enhance the typing experience in the Gurmukhi script on the internet, as repotred by Khalsa Vox. ... read..


US envoy Eric Garcetti celebrates Tibetan New Year in Uttarakhand
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | February 13, 2024 2:25:16 PM IST
US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti shared the joy of being in Uttarakhand during the Tibetan New Year. ... read..


World Governments Summit 2024: WAM organises roundtable on future of business media
Middle East | February 13, 2024 2:25:12 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates News Agency (WAM) organised a roundtable entitled "Shaping Economic Narratives: The Role of News Agencies" as part of Day 1 of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2024, which kicked off today. ... read..


Pakistan general elections: Protests erupt in Balochistan over 'election rigging and military intimidation'
Balochistan | February 13, 2024 2:25:05 PM IST
Following Pakistan's general elections, protests have erupted in Balochistan as allegations were raised that there has been electoral interference that has allegedly favoured certain political parties, as reported by The Balochistan Post. ... read..


PM Modi's 'Ahlan Modi' event gathers enthusiastic response in Abu Dhabi
New Delhi | February 13, 2024 2:24:58 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has embarked on his official visit to the United Arab Emirates from February 13 to 14, where he will hold discussions with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on taking forward our Comprehensive Strategic Partners ... read..


PM Modi to meet UAE president in Abu Dhabi; to discuss Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
New Delhi | February 13, 2024 1:24:56 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on his official visit to the United Arab Emirates from February 13 to 14, where he will hold discussions with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on taking forward our Comprehensive Strategic Part ... read..


Indian-American Sonali Korde sworn in to lead USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance
Washington, DC | February 13, 2024 1:24:51 PM IST
Indian-American Sonali Korde has been officially sworn in as the Assistant to the Administrator for the Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). ... read..


"Eager to meet my brother" says PM Modi as he embarks on UAE visit
New Delhi | February 13, 2024 1:24:46 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day official visit to the UAE and Qatar from New Delhi on Tuesday morning. ... read..


Pak poll panel denies rigging charge but owns up to 'few irregularities'
Islamabad | February 13, 2024 1:24:17 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday refuted allegations of rigging during the vote count after the February 8 general elections but acknowledged the occurrence of a 'few irregularities', ARY News reported. ... read..


EU's Borrell calls on US, allies to cease arms supply to Israel over Rafah attack
Jerusalem | February 13, 2024 12:25:26 PM IST
European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has called on Israel's allies, especially the United States, to cease supplying it with weapons as "too many people" are being killed in Gaza, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Ahead of "Ahlan Modi" event, Abu Dhabi stadium gears up to welcome PM Modi
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 12:25:21 PM IST
Ahead of the "Ahlan Modi" event, the Zayed Sports City Stadium in Abu Dhabi is all decked up for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address to the Indian diaspora on Tuesday. ... read..


Train services in New Zealand's Auckland cancelled due to heat
Auckland | February 13, 2024 11:25:06 AM IST
Commuters in New Zealand's Auckland city were faced with disruptions and travel delays as authorities cancelled multiple trains in the city due to soaring summer heat, which led to "hot tracks," local media reported. ... read..


"Very proud of our diaspora, their efforts to deepen our engagement with world", says PM Modi ahead of Ahlan Modi event
Abu Dhabi | February 13, 2024 11:25:04 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed that he is proud of the Indian diaspora and their efforts to deepen India's engagement with the world, as the 'Ahlan Modi' event in Abu Dhabi is set to take place today. ... read..


Pak elections: PPP's Central Executive Committee meeting to be held today as final decision yet to be made
Islamabad | February 13, 2024 10:24:18 AM IST
Pakistan People's Party (PPP)'s Central Executive Committee (CEC) meeting is expected to be continued today (Tuesday) afternoon, the party's senior leader Sherry Rehman said, adding that a "final decision" is yet to be made, as reported by Geo News. ... read..


Pakistan: No headway in PML-N, PPP talks for Punjab provincial government formation
Islamabad | February 13, 2024 10:24:09 AM IST
Members of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) struggle with internal differences in government formation talks in Punjab's new provincial government alongside the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), as reported by Samaa TV. ... read..


China "Pushes the Boundaries" with its expanding borders
Beijing | February 13, 2024 9:23:52 AM IST
In late 2021, Chairman Xi Jinping famously told President Joe Biden, "Aggression or hegemony is not in the blood of the Chinese nation. Since the founding of the people's republic, China has never started a single war or conflict, and has never taken one ... read..


Terror threat looms over Karachi: National Counter Terrorism Authority raises alarm
Karachi | February 13, 2024 9:23:37 AM IST
The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) has issued a threat alert for Karachi, the capital of Sindh, cautioning of potential terrorist attacks at significant locations, as per ARY News. ... read..


Iranian-backed Houthi militants attack cargo ships in Bab al-Mandeb Strait
Washington, DC | February 13, 2024 9:23:30 AM IST
In the latest attack, the Iranian-backed Houthi militants fired two missiles from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen towards the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated. ... read..


1 dead, 5 injured in New York City subway station shooting
New York | February 13, 2024 7:53:19 AM IST
One person was killed and five others injured in a shooting incident at a subway station in the Bronx country in New York on Monday evening, ABC News reported quoting police. ... read..


Pakistan should ensure fair, peaceful transition of power: Human Rights watch
Islamabad | February 13, 2024 7:53:17 AM IST
Amid hectic parleys around government formation and allegations of rigging by the PTI, the Human Rights Watch said on Tuesday that Pakistani authorities should ensure the peaceful transfer of power following national parliamentary elections on February 8, ... read..


Trump urges Supreme Court to block ruling he lacks immunity in January 6 criminal case
Washington, DC | February 13, 2024 6:53:01 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump urged the Supreme Court to suspend the lower court ruling that he does not have presidential immunity from prosecution, CNN reported on Monday. ... read..


UAE President receives President of Congo-Brazzaville
Asia | February 13, 2024 6:52:59 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Denis Sassou Nguesso, President of Congo-Brazzaville, who is on a working visit to the UAE. ... read..


World Government Summit explores future challenges, pathways to shared visions
Asia | February 13, 2024 6:52:57 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): The World Governments Summit (WGS), which opened today in Dubai and runs until February 14, seeks to answer several questions that will shape the future of the world in various areas, including artificial intelligence, ... read..


UAE: Reem Hospital launches dedicated mental health centre
Asia | February 13, 2024 6:52:55 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 13 (ANI/WAM): Reem Hospital, renowned for its integrated rehabilitation services, has expanded its offerings with the launch of the Reem Neuroscience Centre. This new Centre provides comprehensive mental health care through both ... read..


Dutch court orders Netherlands govt to halt delivery of fighter jet parts to Israel
Amsterdam | February 13, 2024 5:54:18 AM IST
Amid the intense Israeli operations in Gaza, a Dutch court ordered the Netherlands government to halt the delivery of parts of F-35 fighter jets used by Israel in its bombardment of Gaza Strip, Al Jazeera reported on Monday. ... read..


UK announces new sanctions against Israeli settlers over 'human rights abuses' on Palestinians
London | February 13, 2024 5:54:15 AM IST
The United Kingdom on Monday announced new sanctions on the four extremist Israeli settlers, who committed alleged human rights abuses against Palestinian communities in the West Bank, UK foreign secretary said in an official statement. ... read..


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