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El Salvador: Nayib Bukele expected to win easy second term as voting underway
San Salvador | February 4, 2024 9:53:56 PM IST
As the voting is underway in the El Salvador polls on Sunday, strongman president Nayib Bukele is expected to easily win a second term, CNN reported. ... read..


Pak: Baloch Raj Aajoi Sangar claims responsibility for 14 attacks on political party offices ahead of general elections
Balochistan | February 4, 2024 8:53:44 PM IST
The Baloch Raj Aajoi Sangar (BRAS), an alliance of several Baloch 'pro-independence' groups, claimed responsibility for 14 attacks on political party offices and personnel in different parts of Balochistan, as reported by The Balochistan Post. ... read..


Exiled PoK activist raises voice against Pakistan's Kashmir Solidarity Day
Scotland | February 4, 2024 8:53:27 PM IST
Amjad Ayub Mirza, a prominent exiled activist from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) has questioned the 'Kashmir Solidarity Day' while highlighting the fast-paced development in Jammu and Kashmir after the abrogation of Article 370. ... read..


Pakistan Police halt Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf election rally; seizes sound system
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 8:53:20 PM IST
Ahead of the February 8 general elections, the Pakistan police stopped the electoral rally of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) and seized their sound system along with the vehicles, as reported by The Express Tribune. ... read..


"India is going to be front row at the world's transformation": French President Macron
Paris | February 4, 2024 7:53:51 PM IST
President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday posted a video highlighting a glimpse from his recent visit to India during the Republic Day celebrations and stressed that France wants to have "more and more investments" in India. ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan says 'un-Islamic' marriage case lodged to "humiliate" him
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 6:54:06 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has termed the seven-year sentence in the "un-Islamic" marriage or the 'Iddat' case as "politically motivated," which is meant to "humiliate" him, Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Inquiry initiated against Imran Khan's sister Aleema Khan for "anti-state" speech
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 6:53:59 PM IST
Aleema Khan, sister of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, has been summoned by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on charges of "anti-state" speech, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


MEA aware of embassy staffer's arrest on spying charges, working with investigative authorities: Sources
New Delhi | February 4, 2024 5:53:18 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs is aware of the arrest of embassy staffer, Satendra Siwal, who was arrested in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, sources said on Sunday. ... read..


PoK: Viral video threatens attacks on those opposing Kashmir Solidarity Day on Feb 5
Gilgit Baltistan | February 4, 2024 3:53:06 PM IST
Several activists from around the world will be raising their voices for the rights of the people of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) on February 5 by organizing protests around the world. These protests will be organised to oppose the Kashmir Solidarity D ... read..


IDF toll in war with Hamas rises to 220, as 24-year-old solider loses life
Tel Aviv | February 4, 2024 2:54:26 PM IST
The toll of Israeli soldiers in the ongoing military conflict with Hamas rose to 225 after 24-year-old Sgt First Class (res.) Shimon Yehoshua Asulin died fighting in southern Gaza, The Times of Israel reported citing the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) on Su ... read..


Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed meets UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza
Asia | February 4, 2024 2:54:20 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region & Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has met with Sigrid Kaag, United Nations Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordina ... read..


Second Emirati aid ship sets sail from Fujairah for Palestinian people
Middle East | February 4, 2024 2:54:19 PM IST
Fujairah [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): The second UAE aid ship carrying 4,544 tonnes of humanitarian supplies set sail on Saturday for the city of Al Arish, Egypt, destined for the Gaza Strip. The shipment is part of the 'Gallant Knight 3' humanitarian ope ... read..


Dubai World Dental meeting kicks off at Novotel World Trade Centre
Middle East | February 4, 2024 2:54:10 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai World Dental Meeting (DWDM) officially kicked off today for three days at the Novotel World Trade Centre and Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre and includes some of the most advanced worksho ... read..


US: PTM organises massive sit-in demanding release of Manzoor Pashteen
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 2:54:08 PM IST
The Pashtun Tahafuz Movement, a social movement for Pashtun human rights, organised a sit-in at the White House in Washington, DC, on February 3, demanding the release of activist Manzoor Pashteen. ... read..


Pak polls: Punjab police to acquire 29,000 CCTVs worth PKR 1.35 billion
Punjab | February 4, 2024 2:54:06 PM IST
The police in Pakistan's Punjab province are set to acquire 29000 CCTV cameras worth Pakistani rupees (PKR) 1.35 billion for monitoring of general elections 2024, ARY News reported on Sunday. ... read..


US: President Biden wins first Democratic primary in South Carolina
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 1:53:40 PM IST
US President Joe Biden won the South Carolina primary on Saturday, giving him the kind of emphatic result he no doubt envisioned when he made the state the first contest on the Democrat's presidential nominating calendar, The New York Times reported. ... read..


Arab delegations commend success of Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show
Middle East | February 4, 2024 1:53:37 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): On the sidelines of the ongoing 53rd Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES 2024), hosted by Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS), the Centre has received official delegations from a number of Arab nations coming to gain i ... read..


UAE: Hamdan bin Zayed reaffirms EAD's commitment to efforts aimed at achieving food security
Middle East | February 4, 2024 1:53:35 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), said that the UAE has taken a number of proactive meas ... read..


UAE: SWAT team leaders visit Dubai Police headquarters
Middle East | February 4, 2024 1:53:34 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Police welcomed tactical team leaders from various countries around the world who arrived in the UAE to participate in the UAE SWAT Challenge. ... read..


"Public gatherings have potential...": US cautions citizens against visiting Pak during polls
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 12:53:04 PM IST
The US on Saturday cautioned the American citizens intending to visit Pakistan, asking them to exercise vigilance during the upcoming general elections scheduled on February 8, the State Department said in an official statement. ... read..


Namibian President Hage Geingob passes away at 82
Windhoek | February 4, 2024 11:54:19 AM IST
Namibian President Hage Geingob passed away at the age of 82, a month after it was announced he would undergo cancer treatment, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday. ... read..


Pakistan: Election Commission conducts mock test of EMS to be used for general elections
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 11:54:16 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday conducted another mock test of the Election Management System (EMS) to be used for the upcoming February 8 general elections, Dawn reported. ... read..


Pakistan: 28 sewage samples test positive for wild poliovirus
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 11:54:14 AM IST
As many as 28 environmental samples collected from Pakistan's 19 districts in January and two collected from Quetta and Khuzdar in December have tested positive for wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1), Dawn reported. ... read..


Operation 'Dara-e-Bolan': Baloch Liberation Army claims to have killed 78 Pak troops
Balochistan | February 4, 2024 10:54:12 AM IST
The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) killed 78 Pakistani soldiers as it conducted its Operation Dara-e-Bolan, a two-day campaign featuring 385 'Baloch freedom fighters' including 12 fidayeen, Balochistan Post reported citing a statement from the Baloch Libera ... read..


US conducts strike on Houthi anti-ship cruise missile prepared to target against ships in Red Sea
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 10:54:08 AM IST
The US on Sunday conducted a strike against a Houthi anti-ship cruise missile prepared for launch against ships in the Red Sea, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. ... read..


UK advises citizens against travelling to Afghanistan
Kabul | February 4, 2024 10:54:05 AM IST
The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advised British nationals against travelling to Afghanistan, TOLO News reported. ... read..


US conducts strike on Houthi anti-ship cruise missile prepared target vessels in Red Sea
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 10:53:58 AM IST
The US on Sunday conducted a strike against a Houthi anti-ship cruise missile prepared for launch against ships in the Red Sea, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. ... read..


Raging forest fires in Chile kill 46; toll likely to rise
Santiago | February 4, 2024 9:53:19 AM IST
As many as 46 people have been killed in forest fires raging in Chile, President Gabriel Boric said on Saturday. He added that the number of victims is likely to rise, NBC News reported. ... read..


US: President Biden set to win first official Democratic primary in South Carolina
South Carolina | February 4, 2024 9:53:15 AM IST
US President Joe Biden is set to win the South Carolina primary on Saturday, CNN projected, adding that the state that launched him to the Democratic nomination four years ago will deliver the president his first official primary victory of the 2024 campa ... read..


Pakistan: Karachi experiences heavy rainfall; water accumulated on highways
Karachi | February 4, 2024 9:53:14 AM IST
Pakistan's Karachi on Saturday experienced heavy rainfall resulting in the accumulation of rainwater on numerous highways and transportation issues for the metropolis' residents, ARY News reported. ... read..


Baloch suffering due to military aggression between Pakistan, Iran: Pro-freedom leader Marri
London | February 4, 2024 9:53:10 AM IST
The pro-freedom Baloch leader and the head of the Free Balochistan Movement, Hyrbyair Marri, in a statement to the media said both Pakistan and Iran were in collusion in perpetrating war crimes against the Baloch Nation in 'occupied Balochistan'. ... read..


Several people, including foreign journalists, detained in Moscow amid crackdown on protests
Moscow | February 4, 2024 9:53:06 AM IST
Several people, including journalists from foreign press organisations, were detained in Moscow after authorities cracked down on protesters at Russian President Vladimir Putin's election headquarters, independent media outlets reported, according to CNN. ... read..


SEDD, RUWAD participate in Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival
Middle East | February 4, 2024 8:52:16 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Department of Economic Development "SEDD" and Sharjah Foundation to Support Pioneering Entrepreneurs "RUWAD" participated in the seventh edition of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival organised by Sharjah Entrepren ... read..


5th Edition of UAE SWAT Challenge 2024 opens in Dubai
Middle East | February 4, 2024 8:52:15 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): The UAE SWAT Challenge 2024, now in its fifth edition, commenced with a spectacular display of fireworks and a massive public turnout at the Al Ruwayyah Training City in Dubai. ... read..


Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival hosts first Arab mountaineer to Everest, Lhotse
Middle East | February 4, 2024 8:52:13 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 4 (ANI/WAM): In November 2021, Fahad Badar, an Arab mountaineer from Qatar, underwent surgery, having four fingers on his left hand amputated due to frostbite at 8,051 metres on Broadpeak. ... read..


"He's not for anything; he's against everything": Biden hits out at Trump in campaign HQ speech
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 7:53:01 AM IST
During a rally at his campaign headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, near his family home, United States President Joe Biden slammed former President Donald Trump, alleging the GOP front-runner "stands for nothing," as reported by The Hill. ... read..


Afghanistan: UN experts express concerns over arbitrary detention of women, girls by Taliban
Kabul | February 4, 2024 7:53:00 AM IST
In a recent report, United Nations experts voiced concerns about the Taliban's "arbitrary" arrest of women and children in Afghanistan. ... read..


Michelle O'Neil becomes Northern Ireland's first nationalist leader
Dublin | February 4, 2024 6:53:00 AM IST
In a historic moment, the Irish nationalist leader, Michelle O'Neill, has become the first minister of Northern Ireland as power-sharing resumes after a two-year gap, according to CNN. ... read..


Israel Defence Forces carry out airstrike on Hezbollah site in Southern Lebanon
Tel Aviv | February 4, 2024 6:52:58 AM IST
Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) launched an airstrike on a Hezbollah building in the southern Lebanese village of Taybeh on Saturday, according to The Times of Israel. ... read..


Pakistan: Election Commission concludes training of 1.49 million staff for Feb 8 polls
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 5:53:18 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has concluded the training of nearly 1.49 million election staff to guarantee the smooth conduct of the forthcoming general elections, which are slated to take place on February 8, according to ARY News. ... read..


US and UK launch new strikes on Houthi sites in Yemen
Washington, DC | February 4, 2024 5:53:16 AM IST
The United States and the United Kingdom launched air and surface strikes, which also included fighter jets, against Houthi sites in Yemen on Saturday. ... read..


19 killed in massive wildfires in Chile, state of emergency declared
| February 4, 2024 5:53:14 AM IST
Chile has declared a state of emergency as the country battles to contain fast-spreading wildfires. At least 19 people died, and the toll may increase, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


"He's afraid of people": Bilawal Bhutto takes swipe at Nawaz Sharif ahead of Feb 8 polls in Pakistan
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 4:53:56 AM IST
Pakistan People's Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari took a swipe at Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif on Saturday, stating that he is afraid of people, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Pak: Election Commission disqualifies PTI leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi for 5 yrs ahead of polls
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 3:52:58 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Shah Mehmood Qureshi was disqualified for five years by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Fiji's Deputy PM Biman Prasad to embark on week-long visit to India, includes trip to Ayodhya
New Delhi | February 4, 2024 3:52:51 AM IST
The Deputy Prime Minister of Fiji, Biman Prasad, is set to embark on a week-long visit to India starting Sunday, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. ... read..


Pavan Kapoor appointed Secretary (West) Jaideep Mazumdar Secretary (East) in MEA
New Delhi | February 4, 2024 2:52:42 AM IST
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the appointment of Pavan Kapoor, current Ambassador of India to Russia, as Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs. He will replace Sanjay Verma. ... read..


UAE to mark International Day of Human Fraternity tomorrow
Middle East | February 4, 2024 12:23:32 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 3 (ANI/WAM): On 21st December 2020, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution designating 4th February as the International Day of Human Fraternity, to be commemorated annually starting in 2021. ... read..


Election Commission of Pakistan completes preparations for general elections
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 12:23:04 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has completed preparations for the general elections on February 8, Dawn reported citing Radio Pakistan. ... read..


Ahead of polls, Special Investment Facilitation Council approves splitting of Pakistan International Airlines
Islamabad | February 4, 2024 12:23:00 AM IST
Ahead of the general elections, the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) of Pakistan on Friday gave the approval for the division of the Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) into two different entities. However, the unpaid liabilities of the co ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to approach high court after verdict in "un-Islamic" marriage case
Islamabad | February 3, 2024 11:23:39 PM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Saturday announced that they will approach the high court against the trial court's verdict that sentenced former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi to seven years in the "un-Islamic" marriage case at the ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed, Norwegian counterpart discuss latest regional developments
| February 3, 2024 11:23:36 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 3 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a phone call with Espen Barth Eide, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, the latest developments in the Middle East region and ... read..


UAE participates in 3rd EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum
Europe | February 3, 2024 11:23:32 PM IST
Brussels [Belgium], February 3 (ANI/WAM): A high-level UAE delegation, led by Noura Al Kaabi, UAE's Minister of State, participated in the 3rd EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum, which was held in Brussels. ... read..


IMF predicts China to witness economic decline over next four years: Report
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 10:24:12 PM IST
The International Monetary Fund predicted China's economic decline to continue over the next four years as Beijing continues to tackle a range of challenges, including a rapidly aging population, higher unemployment and a property crisis, VOA News reporte ... read..


OPEC Fund delivers record results in 2023 with USD 1.7 bn in development funding
Europe | February 3, 2024 10:24:11 PM IST
Vienna [Austria], February 3 (ANI/WAM): The OPEC Fund for International Development, a multilateral development finance institution headquartered in Vienna, Austria, expanded its new commitments to USD 1.7 billion across 55 projects globally in 2023, prov ... read..


Want to reduce illegal crossings through the English Channel to zero: UK Official
By Soumik Saha

London | February 3, 2024 10:24:05 PM IST
Carol Heginbottom, Deputy Director, International Operations, Small Boats Operational Command (SBOC) at the UK Home Office, has said that UK has been able to reduce illegal migrant crossings through the English Channel through surveillance and technical c ... read..


Taiwan detects 10 Chinese military aircraft, five naval ships around nation
Taipei | February 3, 2024 7:25:24 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has said that it has detected 10 Chinese military aircraft and five naval ships around Taiwan in the past 24 hours, till 6 am (local time) on Saturday, Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Families of Baloch victims of enforced disappearance hold sit-in for third day in Turbat
Balochistan | February 3, 2024 7:24:58 PM IST
The Baloch Yakjahti Committee - Kech has said that the families of Baloch victims of enforced disappearance continue to hold sit-in protest for third consecutive day in the D Baloch Turbat area of Pakistan's Balochistan. It noted that the demand of the pe ... read..


Section 144 enforced in Balochistan's Quetta ahead of elections
Quetta | February 3, 2024 7:24:56 PM IST
The Interior Ministry of Balochistan has imposed Section 144 in Quetta for the next two days over the 'security situation' ahead of general elections that are due to be held on February 8," according to Pakistan based ARY News reported. ... read..


Human rights group call on UN for protection of Baloch people's rights against Pakistani occupation
Geneva | February 3, 2024 6:23:53 PM IST
Baloch human rights organisations have written to the United Nations urging for the protection of Baloch people's rights over enforced disappearances orchestrated by Pakistani state security forces. ... read..


US: PTM to hold sit-in in front of White House to demand release of Manzoor Pashteen
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 6:23:46 PM IST
The Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) is set to hold a sit-in in front of the White House on Saturday to demand justice for Manzoor Pashteen and other activists who have been subjected to unlawful arrest and torture by the security agencies in Pakistan. ... read..


Pakistan: Peshawar police refuse to provide security to candidates ahead of general elections
Islamabad | February 3, 2024 6:23:43 PM IST
Ahead of the February 8 general elections to be held in Pakistan, the Peshawar police has decided not to provide security to electoral candidates, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi sentenced to seven years in "un-Islamic nikah" case
Islamabad | February 3, 2024 6:23:31 PM IST
A trial court has handed seven-year sentences each to former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the "un-Islamic nikah" case at the Adiala jail on Saturday, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Nawaz Sharif Set to Address Massive Rally in Gujranwala's Jinnah Stadium
Islamabad | February 3, 2024 4:23:49 PM IST
The Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif is set to address a political demonstration at Gujranwala's Jinnah Stadium today, party leader Marriyam Aurangzeb has said, Dawn reported. ... read..


After flak over lack of action, Chinese navy starts escorting cargo ships through Red Sea
Beijing | February 3, 2024 3:24:08 PM IST
The Chinese navy has started escorting Chinese cargo ships through the Red Sea, according to a shipping company and Chinese state media reports, Voice of America (VOA) reported. ... read..


UAE Ambassador presents credentials to King of Cambodia
Asia | February 3, 2024 3:23:52 PM IST
Phnom Penh [Cambodia], February 3 (ANI/WAM): Obaid Saeed Al Dhaheri presented his credentials to Norodom Sihamoni, King of the Kingdom of Cambodia, as non-resident ambassador to Cambodia, during a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace in the capital, P ... read..


Vietnam National Tourism Authority announces digital boost
Asia | February 3, 2024 3:23:50 PM IST
Hanoi [Vietnam], February 3 (ANI/WAM): Vietnam's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism's Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT) has announced that the sector is actively pushing forward digital transformation via building a smart tourism ecosyste ... read..


Pakistan: Court to issue verdict against Imran Khan, wife Bushra Bibi in 'illegal' marriage case today
Islamabad | February 3, 2024 2:24:50 PM IST
A trial court in Pakistan will today issue its verdict against Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in the 'illegal' marriage case, Dawn reported. ... read..


Leaders of Awami Action Committee present demands for ending protests in Gilgit Baltistan
Gilgit Baltistan | February 3, 2024 2:24:19 PM IST
The leaders of the Awami Action Committee (AAC) on Friday declared specific demands for the provincial government of Gilgit Baltistan. ... read..


Grenade attacks in Balochistan, Karachi; target political entities
Quetta | February 3, 2024 1:24:39 PM IST
As many as six people, including Pakistan People's Party (PPP) workers, were injured on Friday in various hand grenade attacks in different towns of Balochistan, Dawn reported. ... read..


India modernising laws to reflect present realities: PM Modi
New Delhi | February 3, 2024 1:24:33 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said India is modernising its laws to reflect the present realities and that in the last few years, the country has done away with thousands of obsolete laws from colonial times. ... read..


PM Modi attends inaugural event of CLEA -Commonwealth Attorneys and Solicitors General Conference 2024
New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:24:17 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday attended the inaugural event of the CLEA -Commonwealth Attorneys and Solicitors General Conference (CASGC) 2024 at the Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi. ... read..


Iran's IRGC Quds Force represents direct threat to Iraq's stability; the US will continue to take action: CENTCOM
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 11:23:47 AM IST
US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander General Michael Erik Kurilla has said Iran's IRGC Quds Force, affiliated militia groups represent a direct threat to Iraq's stability, the safety of Americans and the US will continue to take action to protect its pe ... read..


Western nations can learn from India's innovation funding ecosystem: Nobel laureate
By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | February 3, 2024 10:23:42 AM IST
Nobel laureate Morten Meldal has lauded India's research funding ecosystem, underscoring the role played by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) in facilitating and financing the innovation project. ... read..


UK Member of Parliament Bob Blackman raises concern over British media's biased reporting of Ram Mandir
London | February 3, 2024 10:23:19 AM IST
UK Member of Parliament Bob Blackman has raised concern over the British media's biased reporting of the Ram Mandir. ... read..


Boy killed, three injured in clash between MQM-P, PPP in Pakistan's Karachi
Karachi | February 3, 2024 9:22:47 AM IST
A 12-year-old boy was killed while three others were injured in a clash between the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) and the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) in Karachi, ARY News reported citing police sources. ... read..


US urges Taliban to take steps to gain international legitimacy
Kabul | February 3, 2024 9:22:40 AM IST
The spokesman for the US State Department, Matthew Miller, said Washington would continue to call on the 'Taliban' to take steps to gain international legitimacy, TOLO News reported. ... read..


Netanyahu slams President Biden's condemnation of Israeli settlers
Middle East | February 3, 2024 8:23:21 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 3 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded harshly to a statement made by President Joe Biden on Thursday on what the President called "settler violence" in the West Bank. The statement came as the Biden Administr ... read..


Iraq condemns US strikes, calls it 'violation of sovereginty'
Baghdad | February 3, 2024 7:23:36 AM IST
After the US airstrikes targeting militia positions in both Iraq and Syria, the spokesman for the commander-in-chief of the Iraqi armed forces said these strikes come at a time when Iraq is "striving to ensure stability in the region," Al Jazeera reported ... read..


Iraq condemns US strikes, calls it 'violation of sovereignty'
Baghdad | February 3, 2024 7:23:34 AM IST
After the US airstrikes targeting militia positions in both Iraq and Syria, the spokesman for the commander-in-chief of the Iraqi armed forces said these strikes come at a time when Iraq is "striving to ensure stability in the region," Al Jazeera reported ... read..


3,000 terrorists captured outside of Gaza since start of war
Middle East | February 3, 2024 7:23:27 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 3 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) reported that about 3,000 wanted persons suspected of terrorist activities have been arrested by forces of its Central Command since the beginning of the war in Gaza. The Central Com ... read..


"If you harm an American, we will respond": Biden on Iraq, Syria strikes
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 6:22:43 AM IST
Following strikes in Iraq and Syria, US President Joe Biden released a statement saying that the US does not seek a conflict in the Middle East but if any American is harmed, the country will respond. ... read..


Expelled Afghan migrants in dire straits, forced to borrow for survival: WFP
Kabul | February 3, 2024 6:22:41 AM IST
The World Food Programme (WFP) has raised an alarm regarding the plight of Afghan migrants forcibly expelled from Pakistan, revealing that they are currently resorting to borrowing money merely to survive, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Chinese stocks plunge further, facing worst week in years
Beijing | February 3, 2024 6:22:39 AM IST
Chinese stocks experienced a tumultuous week, marking their worst performance in years despite efforts by Beijing to restore confidence in the economy and address the prolonged stock market decline that has seen a staggering USD 6 trillion in value disapp ... read..


Legendary Actor Carl Weathers, known for 'Rocky' and 'The Mandalorian,' passes away at 76
New York City | February 3, 2024 5:22:56 AM IST
Iconic actor Carl Weathers, renowned for his roles in the "Rocky" franchise and "The Mandalorian," has passed away at the age of 76, as confirmed by his manager Matt Luber, CNN reported. ... read..


US launches retaliatory strikes on Iranian-linked militia targets in Iraq, Syria
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 5:22:55 AM IST
In response to heightened tensions in the Middle East, the United States has initiated airstrikes targeting militia positions in both Iraq and Syria, CNN reported. ... read..


US Senate Foreign Relations Committee approves drone deal with India
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 5:22:51 AM IST
The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Friday (local time) approved the sale of MG-9 drones to India, saying the "US-India partnership plays a key role in Indo-Pacific stability." ... read..


Explosion outside Election Commission office in Karachi: Report
Karachi | February 3, 2024 4:23:22 AM IST
An explosion occurred outside the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) office in Karachi, as per police sources reported by ARY News. ... read..


Top UN court decides to proceed with Ukraine case over Russia's invasion
The Hague | February 3, 2024 3:23:26 AM IST
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) announced on Friday (local time) its decision to proceed with the case initiated by Ukraine concerning Russia's justification for its invasion in February 2022, CNN reported. ... read..


China, US back at negotiating table, but their detente has limits: Report
New York City | February 3, 2024 3:23:25 AM IST
China and the United States have reengaged in diplomatic discussions, yet the prospects for substantial agreement remain uncertain, The New York Times (NYT) reported. ... read..


"Significant step towards taking UPI global": PM Modi on launch of UPI at Eiffel Tower
New Delhi | February 3, 2024 2:23:21 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the formal launch of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris, saying it "marks a significant step towards making UPI global." ... read..


Swiss Foreign Affairs Head Ignazio Cassis to visit India on Feb 5
New Delhi | February 3, 2024 2:23:15 AM IST
The Federal Councillor and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs of the Swiss Confederation, Ignazio Cassis, is set to visit India on Monday, February 5, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. ... read..


US imposes sanctions on those supporting Iran's UAVs, missile production
Washington, DC | February 3, 2024 2:23:13 AM IST
The United States has imposed sanctions on four entities operating as front companies and subsidiaries for US-designated Hamed Dehghan and Pishtazan Kavosh Gostar Boshra (PKGB), the US State Department said in a press release. ... read..


African Union's inclusion in G20 "international version of Modi Ki Guarantee": EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi | February 3, 2024 12:24:03 AM IST
Lauding India's G20 presidency last year, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the African Union's inclusion as a permanent member of the group was the "international version" of 'Modi Ki Guarantee'. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Chamber launches Advocacy Hub to support business ecosystem in Abu Dhabi
Middle East | February 3, 2024 12:23:59 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 2 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI) announced the launch of the Advocacy Hub initiative, which involves all segments of the private sector, enhancing its engagement and bringing positive change in ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed, Argentine Minister of Foreign Affairs discuss advancing bilateral cooperation
Middle East | February 3, 2024 12:23:54 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], February 2 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Diana Elena Mondino, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship of the Argentine Republic, discussed bilateral relations b ... read..


UAE: Dhai Dubai pays tribute to resilient women from desert regions worldwide
Middle East | February 3, 2024 12:23:47 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], February 2 (ANI/WAM): Dhai Dubai, the first-ever Emirati-led light art festival, is in full swing at Expo City Dubai until February 4, 2024. ... read..


UAE: 53rd WJMES unveils luxurious gold collections, international artefacts
Middle East | February 3, 2024 12:23:40 AM IST
Sharjah [UAE], February 2 (ANI/WAM): The 53rd Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show (WJMES) is in full swing at Expo Centre Sharjah, offering visitors a remarkable opportunity to explore one of the largest collections of gold and jewellery in the country a ... read..


Three arrested for stealing computers from children evacuated from Gaza region
Middle East | February 3, 2024 7:23:29 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], February 3 (ANI/TPS): Police officers in the south of Israel arrested three people on suspicion of stealing dozens of computers from a hotel in the Dead Sea area where people evacuated from the areas near Gaza have been living since the ... read..


Germany: Public transport workers in nationwide strike over pay, hours
Berlin | February 2, 2024 11:24:08 PM IST
Bus and tram stations across 80 cities in Germany reached a standstill on Friday as 90,000 public transport workers began strike to press for improved working conditions, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


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