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US: Indian student found dead in Indiana; fifth such incident this year, second from university
Indiana | February 7, 2024 11:24:03 PM IST
In the fifth such incident this year, 23-year-old Indian student Sameer Kamath was found dead in Warren County, Indiana in the United States. ... read..


Hamas unveils three-phase plan in response to Israel's proposed deal
Tel Aviv | February 7, 2024 9:25:32 PM IST
Hamas has put forward a three-phase plan in response to Israel's proposed deal, which entails a ceasefire and the provision of humanitarian aid in exchange for the release of hostages held in Gaza, CNN reported. ... read..


Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra meets Japanese ministers; discusses bilateral trade, defence cooperation
Tokyo | February 7, 2024 9:25:26 PM IST
Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra held discussions with Japanese Vice Ministers Shin Hosaka and Kiyoshi Serizawa in Japan's capital city Tokyo on Wednesday. ... read..


Guyana PM Mark Phillips calls on President Droupadi Murmu
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 9:25:15 PM IST
Prime Minister of Guyana, Brigadier (Retd) Mark Phillips, called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday. ... read..


Pakistan poll body hints at delay in election results in some places due to security, other reasons
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 8:25:00 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday, noted that polling results can be delayed in different constituencies due to security and other reasons, as reported by Geo News. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar calls on Guyana PM, leaders discuss partnerships in different sectors
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 8:24:49 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Guyana's Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret'd) Mark Phillips and discussed partnerships in the fields of economy, energy, security and development cooperation. ... read..


Bangladesh Foreign Minister discusses regional security cooperation with NSA Ajit Doval
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 7:25:33 PM IST
Foreign Minister of Bangladesh, Hasan Mahmud, met with National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, and the two leaders held discussions on exploring avenues for enhanced regional cooperation to ensure security and foster greater stability not only within the re ... read..


Unrelenting tragedy: Enforced disappearances cast shadow over Balochistan in January 2024
Quetta | February 7, 2024 7:25:15 PM IST
The history of enforced disappearances in Balochistan is quite terrifying. The issue was at the top of the agenda of the rally taken out in December in Pakistan's capital, Islamabad. ... read..


Taiwan tracks nine Chinese military aircraft, five naval ships; deploys missiles to monitor actions
Taipei | February 7, 2024 7:25:13 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) tracked nine Chinese military aircraft and five naval vessels on Wednesday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Taliban forces detain 10 people in Afghanistan for singing, playing musical instruments
Kabul | February 7, 2024 7:25:12 PM IST
As the Taliban continues to expand restrictions on Afghan people's lives, at least 10 people in the Yengi Qala district of Afghanistan have been arrested for singing and playing musical instruments, sources from Takhar province said, according to Khaama P ... read..


Antony Blinken meets with Israeli PM Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | February 7, 2024 7:24:40 PM IST
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday in Tel Aviv, according to a pool of reporters travelling with the secretary, CNN reported. ... read..


Gilgit Baltistan: Awami Action Committee postpones sit-in, says movement not over
Gilgit Baltistan | February 7, 2024 7:24:35 PM IST
The Awami Action Committee has postponed for three weeks a week-long sit-in against the Gilgit-Baltistan authority in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) after negotiations with the Pakistan government, reported Pakistani vernacular media, the Daily K2. ... read..


Amnesty International expresses concerns after back-to-back blasts in Balochistan ahead of polls
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 7:24:25 PM IST
Human rights group Amnesty International has expressed concern over the "lethal and targeted violence" being carried out in the run-up to the general elections on Thursday. ... read..


Rights group World Uyghur Congress nominated for Nobel Peace Prize 2024
Munich | February 7, 2024 6:24:51 PM IST
The World Uyghur Congress (WUC), a Germany-based rights organization, that voices for the human rights and freedom of the Uyghur People through peaceful means, was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize 2024 on Wednesday. ... read..


TikTok execs meet Israel's president in Jerusalem to discuss its antisemitism problem
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:26:03 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): Israeli President Herzog met with senior figures from TikTok's global management at the President's Residence in Jerusalem on Tuesday. The meeting came against the background of the increase in cases of antisemitis ... read..


Israel's FM tells senior UN official UNWRA can't be trusted
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:59 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz met Tuesday with Sigrid Kaag, the UN operations coordinator, and discussed with her the matter of providing aid to Gaza. ... read..


US State Secretary Blinken to begin crucial meetings in Israel to press for a "humanitarian pause"
Doha | February 7, 2024 5:25:51 PM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken is set to begin meetings with key government officials in Israel on Wednesday, to press for a "humanitarian pause" as international and domestic US pressure to end the conflict in Gaza continues to mount, as reported by C ... read..


Abu Dhabi Municipality launches campaign for cleaner construction sites
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:49 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi City Municipality, under its Environment, Health, and Safety Department, has launched a campaign targeting the cleaning of new construction sites in Abu Dhabi. ... read..


Iranian cyberattacks, disinformation have soared since October 7: Report
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:45 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): Iran's online disinformation activities and cyber attacks on Israel have soared since October 7, a Microsoft report released on Tuesday said. ... read..


UAE: Innovation is fundamental pillar for enhancing energy efficiency, sustainability: DoE Chairman
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:44 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, Chairman of the Department of Energy (DoE), has emphasised that innovation represents a solid cornerstone and a fundamental driver to achieve the UAE goals in enhancing energy efficiency, su ... read..


UAE: ADNOC Distribution reports record USD 1 billion EBITDA in 2023
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:40 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): ADNOC Distribution today reported robust results for 2023, recording a 4.6 per cent year-on-year growth in earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) to USD 1.002 billion (AED3.68 billion). ... read..


Israeli military kills dozens of terrorists in Khan Yunis
Middle East | February 7, 2024 5:25:39 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) reported that troops from its Paratroopers Brigade killed dozens of terrorists in Khan Yunis over the past 24 hours as IDF ground troops continue to coordinate with the Israel Air Fo ... read..


Depreciating natural resources, severe water shortage continue in PoK
Muzaffarabad | February 7, 2024 5:25:26 PM IST
People in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir have been facing severe environmental hazards due to the exploitation of natural resources by Pakistan for over several decades. ... read..


Kazakhstan appoints Olzhas Bektenov as new Prime Minister amid government reshuffle
Astana | February 7, 2024 5:25:05 PM IST
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a decree appointing Olzhas Bektenov as the new Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, The Astana Times reported, citing the Akorda press service. ... read..


New Delhi to host first ever EU-India roundtable on countering terrorist exploitation of drones
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 5:24:48 PM IST
The first ever European Union (EU)-India Track 1.5 dialogue on countering the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) by extremists and non-state actors will take place in New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..


26 killed, several injured in two blasts in Balochistan ahead of general elections
Balochistan | February 7, 2024 5:24:46 PM IST
At least 26 people have been killed, and several others injured after two back-to-back blasts jolted Balochistan on Wednesday, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Kenyan cult leader charged with killing 191 children
Nairobi | February 7, 2024 5:24:44 PM IST
Kenyan Christian cult leader Paul Nthenge Mackenzie, along with 29 other suspects have been charged with murdering 191 children by the Malindi High Court, as reported by CNN. ... read..


Guatemala to continue maintaining relations with Taiwan despite desire to develop trade ties with China
Taipei | February 7, 2024 3:25:36 PM IST
Guatemala's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) on Tuesday said that the new Guatemalan government's intention to develop trade ties with China does not conflict with the country's policy of maintaining diplomatic relations with Taiwan, Focus Taiwan report ... read..


Election campaign ends in Pakistan following ECP advisory
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 3:25:23 PM IST
The election campaign in Pakistan came to an end on Tuesday as the country's election commission issued an advisory restraining all political parties and candidates from electioneering for the polls on Thursday, Dawn reported. ... read..


Prince Harry returns to UK following news of his father's cancer diagnosis
London | February 7, 2024 3:25:06 PM IST
Prince Harry has flown back to the UK to see his father King Charles III following news of his cancer diagnosis, as per media reports, CNN said. ... read..


Wife of Indian student attacked in Chicago seeks EAM Jaishankar's help
Hyderabad | February 7, 2024 3:24:51 PM IST
The wife of the Indian student who was allegedly brutally attacked in Chicago has written to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar requesting his assistance in getting him medical aid. ... read..


Pakistan Peoples Party tops with most public rallies ahead of general elections
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 3:24:42 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) deadline for canvassing for the general elections has ended with the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) standing on the top with most public rallies gathering across the country, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Pod of 10 killer whales trapped by sea ice off Japan's northern island of Hokkaido
Tokyo | February 7, 2024 3:24:38 PM IST
A pod of at least ten killer whales appears to be trapped by sea ice off Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, public broadcaster NHK reported on Tuesday, as per CNN. ... read..


Nine grenade attacks rock Balochistan, target election offices of candidates and polling stations
Quetta | February 7, 2024 3:24:36 PM IST
With Pakistan's general elections drawing near, at least nine grenade attacks, targeting election offices of candidates and polling stations, were carried out in various parts of Pakistan's Makran division and Quetta, on Tuesday, Pakistan-based Dawn repor ... read..


EAM Jaishankar, Greek NSA Athanasios Ntokos discuss key regional issues
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:24:13 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday exchanged views on key regional issues with Greece's National Security Advisor Athanasios Ntokos. ... read..


BMW's Cultural head Thomas Girst expresses optimism for India's growth
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:24:04 PM IST
The global head of cultural engagement at BMW Group, Thomas Girst has expressed his optimism for India's growth. He highlighted the growing international interest in India's potential and the unique role companies like BMW can play in its journey, Khalsa ... read..


Argentina's President pledges continued support for Israel
Middle East | February 7, 2024 3:23:55 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): President of Israel Isaac Herzog Tuesday evening met at his residence in Jerusalem with President Javier Milei of Argentina who is visiting Israel, making his first State Visit abroad since assuming office. ... read..


Israel alleges Iran directly funding Hamas, documents for transfer of "over USD 150 million" found in tunnels
Tel Aviv | February 7, 2024 3:23:39 PM IST
Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has alleged that they have uncovered documents from a tunnel in the Gaza Strip, that indicate direct links and coordination with Iran of the Hamas terror group. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Cambodia lauds ASI's discovery of five exquisite sandstone sculptures
Phnom Penh | February 7, 2024 3:23:28 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Cambodia on Wednesday lauded Archaeological Survey of India's discovery of five exquisite sandstone sculptures during the removal of scattered stones and dismantling the superstructure of the Entrance Gopura. The Archaeological Surve ... read..


15 killed, 30 injured in explosion outside election office of independent candidate in Balochistan's Pishin
Balochistan | February 7, 2024 3:23:19 PM IST
As many as 15 people were killed and more than 30 injured on Wednesday in an explosion outside the election office of an independent candidate in Balochistan's Pishin, Geo News reported. ... read..


Pakistan Caretaker Govt hints at possible suspension of internet access on elections day
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 3:23:16 PM IST
Pakistan's Caretaker Interior Minister Gohar Ejaz on Tuesday indicated about the possible suspension of the internet access in case of security issues in any area on the day of elections which is February 8, while Amnesty International called for uninterr ... read..


Surrey shooting more than mere crime; a complex web of international relations, community fears: Report
Surrey | February 7, 2024 3:23:36 PM IST
The Surrey shooting is more than a mere crime; it is a complex web of international relations, community fears, and the haunting specter of vigilantism, as per Khalsa Vox. ... read..


Israeli military's head pledges 'no stone unturned' in October 7 investigation
Middle East | February 7, 2024 3:23:01 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 7 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi pledged that "no stone will go unturned" in the IDF's internal investigations on the failures that led to the October 7 massacre. ... read..


Ahead of polls, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf approaches SC to seek review of verdict on electoral symbol
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 10:54:02 AM IST
Ahead of the elections set to be held on February 8, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has approached the Supreme Court seeking review of the apex court's verdict on the party's intra-party elections and electoral symbol, Pakistan-based The News Internat ... read..


Islamabad hospitals on high alert ahead of general elections
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 10:53:57 AM IST
Hospitals in Islamabad are on high alert for any untoward situation ahead of the general elections on Thursday, ARY News reported. ... read..


Hyrbyair Marri urges Baloch people to boycott Pakistan's 'sham elections'
London | February 7, 2024 9:53:13 AM IST
The pro-freedom Baloch leader and Free Balochistan Movement President Hyrbyair Marri has urged Baloch people not to participate in Pakistan's elections set to be held on February 8. ... read..


Amnesty International urges Pakistan authorities to ensure uninterrupted internet access throughout polling process
Islamabad | February 7, 2024 9:53:02 AM IST
Human rights group Amnesty International has written an open letter urging Pakistan authorities to guarantee uninterrupted internet access for everyone throughout the polling process, Dawn reported. ... read..


US Senate confirms Biden's top Asia aide Kurt Campbell as Deputy Secy of State
Washington, DC | February 7, 2024 9:52:59 AM IST
The US Senate confirmed US President Joe Biden's top Asia aide, Kurt Campbell, as the Deputy Secretary of State on Tuesday, Voice of America (VOA) News reported. ... read..


UAE: Anti-Narcotic Council launches National Anti-Narcotics Charter
Middle East | February 7, 2024 7:53:21 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, led the inaugural 2024 meeting of the UAE Anti-Narcotic Council. ... read..


16th Emirates Airline Festival of Literature draws to a close
Middle East | February 7, 2024 7:53:19 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): The 16th edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature drew to a triumphant close today after a seven-day extravaganza featuring 160 sessions with more than 160 authors from around the world and the region. ... read..


Fifth meeting of Somalia Quint Member States convenes in Abu Dhabi
Middle East | February 7, 2024 7:53:17 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 7 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates hosted the fifth meeting of Somalia Quint Member States, which included representatives from the United Arab Emirates, the State of Qatar, the Republic of Turkiye, the United Kingdom, and the Uni ... read..


Hamas has given 'generally positive' response to proposed truce deal with Israel, says Qatar
Doha | February 7, 2024 6:54:35 AM IST
Qatar's Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, in a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, said that Hamas has given a "generally positive" response to a proposed truce deal with Israel, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Former President of Chile Sebastian Pinera dies in helicopter crash
Santiago | February 7, 2024 6:54:31 AM IST
Former Chilean President Sebastian Pinera passed away in a helicopter crash in Chile, according to CNN. ... read..


MoS Muraleedharan visits Namibian High Commission, condoles demise of President Geingob
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 5:53:57 AM IST
The Union Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, visited the Namibian High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday to offer condolences on the passing away of the President of Namibia, Hage G. Geingob. ... read..


India's UN envoy Arindam Bagchi meets UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk in Geneva
Geneva | February 7, 2024 4:53:21 AM IST
India's permanent representative to the United Nations in Geneva, Arindam Bagchi, met the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, on Tuesday and discussed a range of issues of mutual interest. ... read..


"Exercise will get as real as it can be": Captain Shobhit Mishra as IAF gears up for Exercise Vayushakti 2024
Jodhpur (Rajasthan) | February 7, 2024 3:53:16 AM IST
The preparations of the Indian Air Force for 'Exercise Vayushakti 2024' are in full swing. It will take place on February 17 and all frontline aircraft, including the Rafale fighter jets. ... read..


Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud arrives in Delhi on first official visit to India
Dhaka | February 7, 2024 3:53:15 AM IST
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud arrived in New Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..


First Iran-India joint working group meeting on agriculture held in Delhi
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 3:53:11 AM IST
The first joint working group meeting on agriculture took place between Iran and India on Tuesday. ... read..


Indian student brutally attacked in Chicago, Indian mission assures assistance
Chicago | February 7, 2024 2:52:31 AM IST
In yet another distressing incident, an Indian student faced a brutal attack in Chicago on Tuesday (local time). ... read..


CM Yogi meets Nepal delegation in Lucknow, affirms commitment for Ayodhya-Janakpur circuit
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | February 7, 2024 12:25:58 AM IST
Nepal's visiting parliamentary committee delegation called on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at his official residence in Lucknow on Tuesday. ... read..


PoK: Gilgit Baltistan authorities compelled to suspend tax collection amid mounting protests
Gilgit Baltistan | February 7, 2024 12:25:56 AM IST
The Gilgit-Baltistan authority in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) was compelled to suspend tax collection after heavy protests, Pakistan-based vernacular media reported. ... read..


'Every war is ultimately reflected in the banks': Israeli bank freezes UNRWA's account
Middle East | February 7, 2024 12:25:54 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): The embattled UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestinian refugees was notified that its Israeli bank account was blocked over unusual activity as an expert explained to the Tazpit Press Service that "every war is u ... read..


'We must fight lies and hatred': Israeli President discusses antisemitism with TikTok executives
Middle East | February 7, 2024 12:25:49 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): Israeli President Isaac Herzog met with senior officials from TikTok's global management on Tuesday amid a surge in antisemitism, fake news and hatred of Israel on the social media platform. ... read..


Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets with French Foreign Minister
Middle East | February 7, 2024 12:25:47 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday met with French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. ... read..


Israeli report shows Mediterranean is getting warmer and saltier
Middle East | February 7, 2024 12:25:27 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection, Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and its Seas and Lakes Research Institute published the 2022 Mediterranean National Monitoring Report. ... read..


Delhi Police registers FIR in visa scam duping Indian, Nepali nationals on pretext of overseas jobs
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 12:25:12 AM IST
Based on the complaint filed by the US Embassy, Delhi Police has registered an FIR in the case where several Indian and Nepali citizens were allegedly being duped on the pretext of getting US visas and job in US companies. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets Thai delegation, appreciates their 'warm sentiments'
New Delhi | February 7, 2024 12:24:54 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met a Thai Senate delegation led by Senator Pikulkeaw Krairiksh in the national capital on Tuesday. ... read..


UK: Indian envoy Doraiswami meets Wales MP David Davies; discusses trade, partnership
London | February 7, 2024 12:24:32 AM IST
Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami met the Secretary of State for Wales and discussed trade and partnership in technologies like life sciences and green transitions. ... read..


Federal court rules Donald Trump not immune from prosecution in election subversion case
Washington DC | February 6, 2024 11:23:37 PM IST
In a major setback to Donald Trump, a federal appeals court ruled on Tuesday that the former US President is not immune from prosecution in the January 6 election subversion case, CNN reported. ... read..


Israel presses offensive in Khan Yunis as Netanyahu vows 'Complete Victory'
Middle East | February 6, 2024 11:23:27 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli military pressed its offensive against Hamas in Khan Yunis and in raids in northern and central Gaza, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday morning. ... read..


Assam, Arunachal CMs laud Centre's decision to fence Indo-Myanmar border
Assam | February 6, 2024 11:23:19 PM IST
Chief Ministers of Assam and Arunachal Pradesh applauded Union Home Minister Amit Shah's announcement on Tuesday that the Modi government would fence the Indo-Myanmar border to facilitate better surveillance and ensure a patrol track along the border. ... read..


India-Saudi Arabia Joint exercise 'SADA TANSEEQ' enters ninth day
Rajasthan | February 6, 2024 10:24:21 PM IST
The India-Saudi Arabia Joint Military Exercise 'SADA TANSEEQ' entered its ninth day, with both the Indian Army and Royal Saudi Land Force personnel participating in the professional and sports competitions, the Indian Army's South Western Command informed ... read..


Iran announces 15-day visa-free policy for Indian tourists
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 10:24:08 PM IST
Tehran on Tuesday announced the initiation of a 15-day visa-free policy for Indian tourists visiting the country, the Iran Embassy said in a statement here. ... read..


India's Petronet, Qatar Energy sign long-term contract for LNG sale, purchase agreement
Panaji (Goa) | February 6, 2024 9:23:50 PM IST
A long-term contract for LNG Sale and Purchase Agreement was signed on Tuesday between India's state-run oil and gas company 'Petronet LNG' and Qatar's 'Qatar Energy'. ... read..


India issues advisory against travelling to Myanmar's Rakhine State amid deteriorating situation
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 9:23:47 PM IST
India has issued an advisory for Indian citizens, advising them not to travel to the Rakhine state of Myanmar amid a deteriorating security situation. ... read..


Viral video uncovers Pakistan's heinous acts of extrajudicial killing in Balochistan
Balochistan | February 6, 2024 9:23:34 PM IST
A recent video shared by Balochistan Times on social media platform 'X' exposed the tactics employed by Pakistan's police personnel to cover up their heinous acts of extrajudicial killings. ... read..


In a first, Indian-origin Australian Senator Varun Ghosh takes oath on Bhagavad Gita
Canberra | February 6, 2024 8:24:42 PM IST
Barrister Varun Ghosh on Tuesday became the first ever India-born member of the Australian Parliament to take oath on Bhagavad Gita. ... read..


PoK: Scribes vent fury over 'malpractices' in journalism
Muzaffarabad | February 6, 2024 8:24:30 PM IST
The journalists in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) vented their anger and resentment over the alleged malpractices in journalism in the occupied region. ... read..


UN slams Pakistan ahead of general elections; deplores acts of violence, Imran Khan's disqualification
Geneva | February 6, 2024 8:24:26 PM IST
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) has deplored the acts of violence against political parties and candidates in Pakistan ahead of the general elections on February 8 and has urged the authorities to ensure "free and fair" elections. ... read..


Modi government to fence entire 1643 km Indo-Myanmar border: Amit Shah
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 8:24:24 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday that the government has decided to construct a fence along the entire 1643-kilometer-long Indo-Myanmar border to facilitate better surveillance and ensure a patrol track along the border. ... read..


Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud on India visit from February 7
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 7:23:55 PM IST
Bangladesh Foreign Minister Hasan Mahmud will arrive in India on Wednesday at the invitation of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 4.3 hits Afghanistan
Kabul | February 6, 2024 11:23:32 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 on the Richter scale was recorded in Afghanistan on Tuesday evening, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


USISPF lauds Interim Budget 2024, says it represents "welcome statement of responsible fiscal management"
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 6:24:21 PM IST
US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) has commended the Interim Budget 2024 and said that with no major policy pronouncements in an election year, it represents a "welcome statement of responsible fiscal management." ... read..


Pakistan: Three kids injured in grenade attack on PPP candidate's election office
Quetta | February 6, 2024 6:24:15 PM IST
Three children sustained injuries in a grenade attack at the election office of a PPP candidate in the industrial town of Hub, Dawn reported. ... read..


Baloch Yakjehti Committee to run 'EndBalochGenocide' campaign against Pakistan atrocities
Balochistan | February 6, 2024 5:24:07 PM IST
In the wake of continuous atrocities against the Baloch people in Pakistan, the human rights group Baloch Yakjehti Committee on Tuesday announced that it will run a social media campaign to raise their voice against the 'enforced disappearances' and 'extr ... read..


Jaishankar discusses bilateral cooperation with British Shadow Secretaries David Lammy, Jonathan Reynolds
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 5:24:00 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met British Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy and Shadow Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds on Tuesday here in the national capital. ... read..


Tokyo Metropolitan government paving way for solar future, embraces perovskite technology
Tokyo | February 6, 2024 5:23:55 PM IST
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is spearheading de-carbonization activity at the Morigasaki Water Reclamation Center in Ota District, Tokyo, the latest solar power generation perovskite solar cell, set up as a demonstration experiment. ... read..


Worldwide protest held to decry Pakistan's Kashmir Solidarity Day
London | February 6, 2024 5:23:41 PM IST
Kashmiris living in different parts of the world organised protests outside Pakistan's high commissions and consulates to condemn Islamabad's fake narrative on Kashmir and denounce Pakistan's propoganda of marking February 5 as Kashmir Solidarity Day. ... read..


Israel: Haifa's largest hospital hit by suspected cyber attack
Middle East | February 6, 2024 4:24:31 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): The Rambam Medical Center, Haifa's largest hospital, was hit by a suspected cyber attack on Sunday night. ... read..


Israeli hospital uses heated rocks to reduce pollution
Middle East | February 6, 2024 4:24:26 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): The Wolfson Medical Center in Holon (just south of Tel Aviv) is reducing the emission of pollutants into the atmosphere with the help of heating crushed rocks. The hospital will install a heat energy storage system ... read..


EAM commends Argentina envoy's efforts to strengthen ties
Asia | February 6, 2024 4:24:24 PM IST
The External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, took to Twitter to express appreciation for Ambassador Hugo Javier Gobbi of Argentina, as he bid farewell following his tenure. ... read..


UN establishes 'independent' review group to review UNRWA
Middle East | February 6, 2024 4:24:21 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 6 (ANI/TPS): UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has established an "independent" Review Group to look into how UNRWA (UN Relief Workers Agency for the Palestinian areas) workers took part in the atrocities committed by Hamas ... read..


United States raises concern about integrity of Pakistan elections
Washington | February 6, 2024 3:23:49 PM IST
In a press briefing on February 5, Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson of the US State Department raised concerns regarding the fairness of the upcoming Pakistani elections, especially in light of former Prime Minister Imran Khan's incarceration a ... read..


US says MQ-9B drones will provide India with enhanced maritime security
Washington, DC | February 6, 2024 3:23:29 PM IST
The US has said MQ-9B drones will provide India with enhanced maritime security and maritime domain awareness capability. ... read..


12 Tamil Nadu fishermen released from Sri Lanka, 11 still held in detention
Chennai | February 6, 2024 2:24:57 PM IST
Twelve fishermen from Tamil Nadu, who were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy on January 13, have been released and reached Chennai airport on Tuesday. ... read..


PM Modi wishes speedy recovery, good health to UK's King Charles III following news of his cancer diagnosis
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 1:25:07 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished speedy recovery and good health to UK's King Charles III following news of his cancer diagnosis. ... read..


Khyber Pakhtunkhwa CM, visits Dera Ismail Khan, ensures election security preparations
Islamabad | February 6, 2024 1:25:06 PM IST
Caretaker Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Arshad Hussain Shah undertook a visit to Dera Ismail Khan to evaluate the prevailing security conditions for the forthcoming general elections, as per reports from Dawn. ... read..


India sends humanitarian aid to Zambia amid cholera outbreak in country
New Delhi | February 6, 2024 12:24:54 PM IST
India on Tuesday sent humanitarian aid on commercial cargo aircraft to Zambia following cholera outbreak in the country, as per the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). ... read..


Pakistan: Arrest warrants issued as government employees skip election duties
Jamshoro | February 6, 2024 11:24:22 AM IST
Arrest warrants have been issued for government employees who have failed to fulfil their election duties for the 2024 elections, as reported by ARY News ... read..


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