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Emmanuel Macron addresses French community at Embassy of France in Delhi
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 8:21:56 PM IST
Visiting President Emmanuel Macron met the French community at the French Embassy in India here on Friday evening. ... read..


Pakistan polls: Imran's party says its websites blocked
Islamabad | January 26, 2024 8:21:53 PM IST
Ahead of the general elections on February 8, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Friday said its websites were 'blocked' in Pakistan as it called for a response from the federal authorities, Dawn reported. ... read..


UK: Tricolour unfurled at Indian Embassy by High Commissioner Vikram Doraiswami
London | January 26, 2024 8:21:49 PM IST
Indian High Commissioner to the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, unfurled the Tricolour at the Indian Embassy in London on the occasion of Republic Day. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Kuwait celebrates Republic Day
Kuwait City | January 26, 2024 7:22:47 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait celebrated the 75th Republic Day of India. India's Ambassador to Kuwait, Adarsh Swaika, unfurled the National flag and read President Droupadi Murmu's address to the nation. ... read..


Strengthening India-France bond: 4 French nationals among recipients of prestigious Padma awards
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:22:40 PM IST
As French President Emmanuel Macron graced India as the Chief Guest for Republic Day, the profound ties between India and France have once again come to the forefront. In a testament to robust bilateral relations, four individuals from France are set to r ... read..


EAM Jaishankar unfurls Tricolour at residence as Maldivian Prez, world leaders extend R-Day greetings to India
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:22:30 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar unfurled the Tricolour at his residence on Friday as the country immersed in Republic Day celebrations. ... read..


Gaza conflict, developments in Red Sea discussed during PM Modi, French President Macron meet: FS Kwatra
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 6:22:46 PM IST
Concerned over the developments on the Red Sea, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the disruptions caused to commercial shipping due to ongoing developments in the maritime domain. ... read..


British Home Secy Cleverly terms UK-India relationship a "force of good"
London | January 26, 2024 6:22:29 PM IST
Calling the UK-India relationship a "force of good," British Home Secretary James Cleverly underscored the importance of the two countries working together for global peace, according to an official release. ... read..


India, France agree to adopt defence production roadmap: Foreign Secretary Kwatra
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 5:22:38 PM IST
India and France agreed to adopt the Defence Industrial Roadmap and explore opportunities for partnership in the defence industrial sector and prioritise co-designing, co-development and co-production, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday. ... read..


"Ongoing discussions" on Safran-India Shakti jet engines deal focused on advanced tech transfer: MEA
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 5:22:28 PM IST
Shedding light on the "ongoing discussions" between India and Safran regarding the Shakti jet engine deal, Ambassador of India to France Jawed Ashraf said that the focus of the deliberations is on achieving a set of specifications that align with India's ... read..


2026 will be celebrated as India-France year of Innovation, says Foreign Secretary after Macron's visit
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 4:22:42 PM IST
Highlighting that the salience of the India-France partnership has grown in this complex geopolitical environment, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra informed about the multiple documents agreed upon by the two countries in the fields of defence, Indo-Pacific ... read..


UAE: Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone introduces first 'Instant Licence'
Asia | January 26, 2024 3:23:35 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], January 26 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone (SPC Free Zone) has unveiled its latest offering -- the "Instant Licence Service". This comprehensive instant business licence has been developed to redefine the process of establishin ... read..


UAE: Participants pitch AI startup ideas after success of MBZUAI Entrepreneurship Programme
Middle East | January 26, 2024 3:23:30 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 26 (ANI/WAM): The inaugural Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) Entrepreneurship Courses concluded with 12 AI-based startup business plans presented at an on-campus event in Masdar City. ... read..


Taiwan: Unscrupulous operators discarded waste pickling liquid, causing heavy metal pollution in Miao County
Asia | January 26, 2024 3:23:26 PM IST
Taipei [Taiwan], January 26 (ANI/CNA): Unscrupulous operators illegally dumped waste pickling liquid in Miaoli. The land is leased in Yuanli Town, County, with an abandoned area of approximately 5,100 square meters. The county Environmental Protection B ... read..


Delhi: Airports Authority of India celebrates Republic Day with patriotic fervour
Asia | January 26, 2024 3:23:00 PM IST
New Delhi [India] January 26 ( ANI): The Airports Authority of India celebrated the 75th Republic Day at the Delhi Air Traffic Services complex on Friday. ... read..


"India pursuing independent foreign policy, not easy in today's world": President Putin heaps praises on PM Modi's leadership
Moscow | January 26, 2024 2:22:31 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and credited India for pursuing an 'independent' foreign policy which is not easy in today's world, Russia-based media network Russia Today (RT) reported. ... read..


"Friendly people of India...": Nepal PM extends Republic Day wishes to India
Kathmandu | January 26, 2024 2:22:27 PM IST
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal extended Republic Day wishes to India and expressed confidence over the strengthening of India-Nepal ties. ... read..


"Testament to Foxconn's success story in India": India Taipei Association on Padma Bhushan awarded to Young Liu
Taipei | January 26, 2024 2:22:14 PM IST
India Taipei Association congratulated Foxconn CEO Young Liu on being conferred with Padma Bhushan, in the field of trade and industry, stating that it is a testament to Foxconn's 'success story' in India and India's emergence as an 'electronics manufactu ... read..


"I cherish the close bond...": Britain's King Charles III congratulates India on Republic Day
London | January 26, 2024 2:22:06 PM IST
Britain's King Charles III extended Republic Day wishes to India on Friday and expressed confidence in strengthening India-UK ties. ... read..


Israel, Greece increase energy cooperation
Middle East | January 26, 2024 2:22:02 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Eli Cohen spoke with the Minister of the Environment and Energy of Greece, Theodoros Skylakakis. ... read..


Israel working on restoration of Gaza area communities devastated on October 7
Middle East | January 26, 2024 2:21:59 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Land Enforcement Authority is working to restore the communities surrounding Gaza that were destroyed in the October 7 attack. To that end, teams from the Authority are deployed in the region in order to c ... read..


Delhi: Airport Authority of India celebrates Republic Day with patriotic fervour
Asia | January 26, 2024 2:21:57 PM IST
New Delhi [India] January 26 ( ANI): The Airports Authority of India celebrated the 75th Republic Day at the Delhi Air Traffic Services complex on Friday. ... read..


Yemeni rebels repeatedly attack merchant ships, Suez Canal traffic drops by more than 40 pc
Asia | January 26, 2024 2:21:45 PM IST
Taipei [Taiwan], January 26 (ANI/CNA): The traffic volume of the Suez Canal dropped by more than 40 per cent as Yemen rebels repeatedly attacked merchant ships. ... read..


"A great honour for France...," says President Macron as French contingent marches in India's 75th Republic Day Parade
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 1:23:01 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday expressed his thanks for the "great honour for France" as his country's trrops and aircrafts to be invited to march in the 75th Republic Parade of India. ... read..


75th Republic Day Parade: India's G20 presidency showcased in MEA tableau; "What an year it was!" says Jaishankar
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 1:22:51 PM IST
'Nalanda Maha Vihara', surmounted by the G20 Logo formed the front portion of the tableaux of Ministry of External Affairs Ministry, that rolled down Kartavya Path in the national capital during the grand ceremonial parade of the platinum jubilee celebrat ... read..


Amid diplomatic row, Maldives President Muizzu conveys greetings on Republic Day; recalls "centuries of friendship"
Male | January 26, 2024 12:22:22 PM IST
Amid the ongoing diplomatic row between New Delhi and Male, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu extended his greetings to India on the occasion of 75th Republic Day. ... read..


French contingent participates in 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 12:22:16 PM IST
A few months after Indian troops and aircraft paraded in Paris for the 2023 Bastille Day, a 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France participated in the 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi today. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Japan celebrates Republic Day
Tokyo | January 26, 2024 12:21:54 PM IST
The Indian embassy in Japan celebrated the 75th Republic Day of India, and Indian envoy, Sibi George unfurled the national flag during the event. ... read..


Foreign Envoys in India wish nation on 75th Republic Day
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 11:23:42 AM IST
On the occasion of 75th Republic Day, the envoys of various countries, ranging from the United States, Israel and Russia wished India and called for further prospering ties with New Delhi. ... read..


ITBP jawans celebrate 75th Republic Day at peaks of Indo-China border in Arunachal
Arunachal Pradesh | January 26, 2024 11:23:30 AM IST
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) soldiers deployed at the peaks of the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh celebrated the 75th Republic Day of India. ... read..


US lawmakers visit Taiwan to show support amid tensions with China
Taipei | January 26, 2024 11:23:21 AM IST
Two United States House of Representatives members told former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and Taiwan President-elect Lai Ching-te on Thursday that their current visit to Taipei was meant to showcase bipartisan support from the US Congress for Taiwan, C ... read..


"Australia and India have never been closer": PM Albanese extends greetings on Republic Day
Canberra | January 26, 2024 11:23:13 AM IST
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended his greetings on the occasion of 75th Republic Day and said that both countries have an opportunity to celebrate the depth of their friendship on their 'shared' national days. ... read..


"Happy, proud to be with you...," French President Macron greets "dear friend" PM Modi, Indians on Republic Day
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 10:23:02 AM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron extended Republic Day wishes on Friday to the people of India and expressed his happiness over being part of the Republic Day celebrations in Delhi. ... read..


US: Alabama carries out world's first nitrogen gas execution
Alabama | January 26, 2024 10:22:55 AM IST
In the world's first known execution by nitrogen hypoxia, the US state of Alabama put to death Kenneth Eugene Smith, a prisoner on death row for his role in a contract killing more than three decades ago, The Washington Post reported. ... read..


As India celebrates 75th Republic Day, Russia sends its love
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 10:22:44 AM IST
Choosing a different way of wishing and celebrating the Republic Day of India, the officials along with others at the Russian Embassy in India danced to the song of a Bollywood movie, Gadar, 'Mae Nikla Gaddi Leke'. ... read..


"India-US Relations bound to go forward and deeper": Outgoing Indian envoy Sandhu
By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington DC | January 26, 2024 10:22:43 AM IST
Outgoing Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, during a farewell reception, lauded the transformation in the ties between New Delhi and Washington. Sandhu strongly reflected on the progress and potential of US-India ties and said ... read..


"I congratulate the people...": US Secy of State Antony Blinken extends Republic Day wishes to India
Washington, DC | January 26, 2024 9:22:59 AM IST
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Friday extended Republic Day wishes to India and said that the Constitution of India continues to provide an enduring framework for the world's largest democracy and a foundation of its global leadership. ... read..


US extends Republic Day wishes to India, calls country key strategic partner
Washington, DC | January 26, 2024 8:23:02 AM IST
The United States has extended Republic Day wishes to India, calling the country a key strategic partner of the US. ... read..


Republic Day 2024: Chief guests over the years
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:23:11 AM IST
Over the years, several world leaders have graced their presence at India's Republic Day. This includes former US President Barack Obama, former Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Russian President Vladimir Putin. ... read..


French President Macron to grace 75th Republic Day celebrations as chief guest
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:23:08 AM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to be the chief guest at India's 75th Republic Day celebrations today. ... read..


French contingent to participate in 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 7:23:06 AM IST
A 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France will participate in the 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi today. ... read..


Island nation Tuvalu heads to polls today
Taipei | January 26, 2024 7:23:04 AM IST
The island nation of Tuvalu is all set to head to polls today. ... read..


Israel Defense Ministry Director General holds meetings in Washington
Middle East | January 26, 2024 6:23:38 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 26 (ANI/TPS): The Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defense (IMoD) Maj.-Gen. (Res.) Eyal Zamir concluded a working visit to Washington D.C., on Thursday after meetings with US Department of Defense (DOD) and Department ... read..


Netanyahu plants tree near Gaza in celebration of Jewish 'New Year for Trees'
Middle East | January 26, 2024 6:23:36 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 26 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday planted a tree in honor of Tu BiShvat (the Jewish new year celebrating tress and nature) together with soldiers of the IDF's (Israel Defense Forces) 414th Batta ... read..


First Israeli environmental civil guard inaugurated
Middle East | January 26, 2024 6:23:34 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 26 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Environmental Protection Idit Silman and Police Coast District Commander Superintendent Danny Levy inaugurated a pilot program for Israel's first-ever environmental civil guard. The new unit wi ... read..


Foxconn CEO Young Liu honoured with Padma Bhushan
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 4:23:05 AM IST
The Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Taiwanese technology giant Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), Young Liu, was honoured with the Padma Bhushan on Thursday. ... read..


French President Macron arrives in Delhi to participate as chief guest at Republic Day celebrations
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 3:23:09 AM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in the national capital on Friday to participate as the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day parade here. ... read..


Indian Embassy in Riyadh lit in tricolour to celebrate India's 75th Republic Day
Riyadh | January 26, 2024 3:23:03 AM IST
The Indian Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, has been lit up in tricolour to celebrate India's 75th Republic Day. ... read..


PM Modi, French President Macron discuss bilateral ties, exchange perspectives on global issues
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 26, 2024 2:22:29 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday discussed bilateral ties and exchanged perspectives on a wide-range of bilateral and global issues in Jaipur. ... read..


Netanyahu planning response to imminent 'genocide' ruling of international court
Middle East | January 26, 2024 12:23:59 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with senior legal officials and government ministers on Thursday afternoon ahead of the International Court of Justice's ruling on the Gaza war, according to Army ... read..


Israeli actress reveals protesters' ignorance at film festival
General News | January 26, 2024 12:23:58 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): At the Sundance Film Festival in Utah, Israeli actress, author and activist Noa Tishby chose some revealing questions to ask anti-Israel protesters waving flags and holding banners outside the venue in a video she ... read..


Cold wave results in 145 deaths in Taiwan over two days
Taipei | January 26, 2024 12:23:56 AM IST
Taiwan's cold wave has resulted in 145 deaths from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) in the last two days and over 300 since Saturday (January 20), reported Taiwan News. ... read..


USISPF hosts governor Abbott of Texas for a Texas-India Trade Partnership Roundtable in Delhi
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 12:23:51 AM IST
The Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, participated in a Texas-India trade partnership roundtable discussion hosted by the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) in New Delhi on Thursday.According to an official press release, the governor, during the ... read..


Pakistan: Accountability court defers indictment of Imran Khan, wife in Al-Qadir Trust case
Islamabad | January 26, 2024 12:23:49 AM IST
An Accountability Court on Thursday deferred the indictment of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in Al-Qadir Trust case, Dawn reported. ... read..


As island nation Tuvalu heads to polls tomorrow, here's what it could signify for Taiwan, China and Pacific
Taipei | January 26, 2024 12:23:36 AM IST
The island nation of Tuvalu, which is all set to head to polls tomorrow, will examine its ties with Taiwan and China if finance minister Seve Paeni becomes prime minister following Friday's election. ... read..


Pakistan: Police personnel killed in armed attack in Balochistan's Turbat
Islamabad | January 26, 2024 12:23:26 AM IST
A police personnel was killed in an armed attack on the office of the regional election commissioner in Turbat area of Pakistan's Balochistan, Pakistan-based Dawn reported citing police. ... read..


"Matter of great pride": PM Modi on French President taking part in 75th Republic Day celebrations in Delhi
New Delhi | January 26, 2024 12:23:22 AM IST
Hailing the ties between India and France, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that it is a matter of great pride that French President Emmanuel Macron will be taking part in the 75th Republic Day celebrations here in New Delhi on Friday. ... read..


Israel instructs Northern farmers to be prepared for expansion of war
Middle East | January 26, 2024 12:23:20 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Agriculture is making preparations for a possible expansion of the war to the northern part of the country, something that could happen at any time as the terrorist group Hezbollah, which is ba ... read..


Maoist Center gains majority in Nepal's Upper House as it wins five seats in election
Kathmandu | January 25, 2024 11:23:59 PM IST
Nepal's ruling Maoist Center led by Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal has gained a majority in Nepal's Upper House, the National Assembly, as it won five seats in Thursday's election. ... read..


Idan Amedi, Israeli star of Netflix drama 'Fauda' recounts Gaza blast
Middle East | January 25, 2024 11:23:45 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): Israeli actor Idan Amedi, best known for starring in the hit Netflix show 'Fauda,' recounted to reporters on Thursday his experience fighting in Gaza and the blast that had him hospitalized for over two weeks. ... read..


UAE to celebrate International Day of Clean Energy tomorrow
Middle East | January 25, 2024 11:23:30 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 25 (ANI/WAM): The UAE celebrates the International Day of Clean Energy tomorrow, highlighting its global leadership in the sector and launching initiatives to address climate change. This follows the conclusion of the Year of Sust ... read..


Israeli jets strike Hezbollah following drone incursion
Middle East | January 25, 2024 11:23:28 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): Israeli fighter jets struck a series of Hezbollah military targets in the areas of Tyre and Mghayre in Lebanon. ... read..


PM Modi gifts replica of Ram Mandir to French President Macron in Jaipur
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 10:22:38 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted a replica of the Ram Mandir to French President Emmanuel Macron in Jaipur, Rajasthan, on Thursday. ... read..


"Pakistan has long been epicentre of terrorism...": MEA junks claims linking India with death of nationals
New Delhi | January 25, 2024 10:22:27 PM IST
Dismissing allegations linking India with the deaths of two Pakistani nationals, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal on Thursday said the neighbouring country has long been the epicentre of terrorism, organised crime, and il ... read..


India-France collaboration: Thales India Chief bullish on advancing innovation and technology across Defence, Space, Sustainability
By Shailesh Yadav

New Delhi | January 25, 2024 9:23:15 PM IST
India-France collaboration is advancing innovation and technology across defence, space, and sustainability, Thales India Chief, Ashish Saraf said as French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in India on Thursday as the chief guest for the 75th Republic Da ... read..


Macron arrives at Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, receives warm welcome from PM Modi
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 9:23:11 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday arrived at Jantar Mantar in Pink City, Jaipur, on Thursday. ... read..


PM Modi, French President Macron hold roadshow in Rajasthan's Jaipur
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 9:23:02 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a mega roadshow in Rajasthan's Jaipur on Thursday. ... read..


PM Modi explains UPI digital payments system to French President Macron
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 9:22:48 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi explained the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) digital payments system to French President Emmanuel Macron as the two leaders visited a local shop during their visit to Hawa Mahal in Jaipur. ... read..


Taiwan detects 18 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval ships around nation
Taipei | January 25, 2024 7:23:00 PM IST
Taiwan's ministry of national defence has detected 18 Chinese military aircraft and six naval ships around Taiwan between 6 a.m. on Wednesday (Jan. 24) and 6 a.m. on Thursday (Jan. 25), the Taiwan News reported. ... read..


Section 144 imposed in Punjab to hamper PTI show of strength: Imran Khan
Islamabad | January 25, 2024 7:22:43 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said the Punjab government has imposed Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) to hamper the upcoming power show by Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf's candidates, Dawn reported. ... read..


French President Emmanuel Macron interacts with students at Amber Fort in Jaipur
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 7:22:35 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron, who is on a two-day State visit to India, interacted with Indian students gathered to welcome him at the Amber Fort in Jaipur on Thursday. ... read..


French President Emmanuel Macron to grace India's 75th Republic Day celebrations as chief guest
New Delhi | January 25, 2024 7:22:30 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to be the chief guest at India's 75th Republic Day celebrations, marking a unique reciprocal exchange following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to France on its National Day in July 2023. ... read..


75th Republic Day to showcase marching contingent, band from France
New Delhi | January 25, 2024 6:23:40 PM IST
A 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France will participate in the 75th Republic Day Parade in New Delhi on January 26. ... read..


UNGA President Dennis Francis lays wreath at 26/11 Memorial in Mumbai's Taj Hotel
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 25, 2024 6:23:26 PM IST
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis and Permanent Representative of India to United Nations Ruchira Kamboj on Thursday laid wreath at 26/11 Memorial in Taj Hotel in Mumbai. ... read..


Satisfied with my decision not to contest elections: Former Pak PM Shahid Khaqan Abbasi
Islamabad | January 25, 2024 5:23:25 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Thursday said that he is satisfied with his decision not to contest the general elections 2024, and added that it does not mean he has left politics, according to ARY News. ... read..


Rajasthan: French President Emmanuel Macron arrives at Amber Fort in Jaipur
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 5:23:24 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at Amber Fort in Rajasthan's Jaipur on Thursday. ... read..


French President Macron arrives in Jaipur, to hold roadshow with PM Modi
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 4:22:29 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Jaipur on Thursday as part of his two-day state visit to India. The French leader will also attend the Republic Day Parade 2024 as the chief guest. ... read..


Taiwan apex court convicts two retired military officers in China spy case
Taipei | January 25, 2024 3:24:46 PM IST
The convictions of retired military officers Lee Ching-hsien and Yeh Jui-chang have been finalized after their appeals were rejected by the Supreme Court, Central News Agency Taiwan reported on Wednesday. ... read..


Indian-American couple convicted for forced labour in Virginia
Virginia | January 25, 2024 3:24:26 PM IST
A federal jury in Virginia has convicted an Indian American couple, Harmanpreet Singh, 30 and Kulbir Kaur, 43 of conspiracy to commit forced labour at a gas station and convenience store in the state, a US attorney has said. ... read..


Passenger entering South Korea with map showing Taiwan as country detained by Chinese customs
Asia | January 25, 2024 3:24:07 PM IST
Taipei [Taiwan], January 25 (ANI/CNA): A South Korean tourist was stopped by customs when entering China. After checking the luggage, it was found that the map contained in one of the notebooks suspected of marking Taiwan as a country, so the passenger wa ... read..


Pak: 5 people kidnapped in Kech district of Balochistan
Balochistan | January 25, 2024 3:24:05 PM IST
At least five people from Pakistan's Punjab province were abducted in the Kech district of Balochistan, reported The Balochistan Post. ... read..


Tel Aviv stock exchange reports strong 2023
Middle East | January 25, 2024 3:23:50 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): The Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (TASE) reported that despite the war in Gaza and the October 7 massacre, TASE companies continued to distribute high dividends, but they were still down from 2022. ... read..


Lai Ching-te receives delegation from Lithuanian Parliament; hopes to build resilient democratic partnership
Asia | January 25, 2024 3:23:47 PM IST
Taipei [Taiwan], January 25 (ANI/CNA): Taiwan Vice President Lai Ching-te received a delegation from the Lithuanian Congress, hoping to build a resilient democratic partnership. ... read..


Israeli forces continue advances in Gaza
Middle East | January 25, 2024 3:23:45 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): As the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) press forward against the terrorist group Hamas in Gaza, its 98th Paratrooper Division raided military sites and eliminated dozens of terrorists in the Khan Yunis region. ... read..


CDS Anil Chauhan, US Indo-Pacific Command head discuss contemporary security challenges
New Delhi | January 25, 2024 3:23:30 PM IST
The Indian Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, held a video call interaction with the United States Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) head, Admiral John C. Aquilino, and discussed bilateral defence cooperation and contemporary security challeng ... read..


Senior Israeli security leader accuses Knesset member of outing and slandering member of security services
Middle East | January 25, 2024 3:23:02 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): The head of the Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service), Ronen Bar, sent a letter Wednesday evening to the Speaker of the Knesset, Chairman of Israel's Security Council, the Attorney General and ot ... read..


Nova festival massacre survivors meet mayor of Paris
Middle East | January 25, 2024 3:22:57 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): A delegation of people who survived the Nova Festival massacre went to Paris on behalf of Israel's Foreign Ministry for what it described as a "special outreach mission" and met with the Mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalg ... read..


North Korea fires several cruise missiles from west coast towards Yellow Sea
Pyongyang | January 25, 2024 12:53:26 PM IST
North Korea has fired "several" cruise missiles from its west coast towards the Yellow Sea, according to South Korea, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


French Army to participate in Republic Day celebration, says 'path is to strengthen our relationship'
New Delhi | January 25, 2024 12:53:19 PM IST
Ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, an officer in the French Foreign Legion, Captain Loic Alexandre, expressed his honour and pride in being here in India for the celebrations ... read..


Start election campaigns or lose tickets, Imran Khan warns party candidates
Islamabad | January 25, 2024 12:53:04 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan warned his party candidates to launch their election campaigns or their tickets to contest the February 8 election will be taken back, Geo News reported. ... read..


Ahead of polls in South Korea, 'Dior bag scandal' threatens prospects of ruling party
Seoul | January 25, 2024 12:52:58 PM IST
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and his party has been caught in a controversy after the surfacing of hidden camera footage which appears to show the country's first lady accepting a handbag worth USD 2,250 by luxury brand Dior, reported The Strait T ... read..


US: Indian-American former Pfizer employee found guilty of insider trading on Covid medicine trial
Washington, DC | January 25, 2024 11:53:37 AM IST
Indian-American former Pfizer Inc. employee, Amit Dagar, who was charged with insider trading and a conspiracy to commit insider trading last year, has been convicted by the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York. ... read..


Top US senators bid adieu to outgoing Indian Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu
Washington, DC | January 25, 2024 11:53:33 AM IST
Top US lawmakers bid farewell to the outgoing Indian Ambassador, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, who will finish his mission as a diplomat in the country on January 31, 2024. ... read..


US Congressional delegates arrive in Taiwan; aim to reaffirm US support for Taiwan
Taipei | January 25, 2024 11:53:24 AM IST
Democrat Ami Bera and Republican Mario Diaz Balart, co-chairs of the congressional Taiwan Caucus, have arrived in Taiwan for a three-day visit, marking the first US lawmakers to visit the nation since its presidential elections, as reported by Central New ... read..


US, Iraq governments expected to soon begin talks on troops withdrawal
Washington, DC | January 25, 2024 10:53:29 AM IST
The US and Iraq are expected to soon begin talks on the American military presence in the country following calls from the Iraq government for the US to withdraw its troops, as reported by CNN, citing sources. ... read..


International organisations urge Taliban to reopen schools for girls
Kabul | January 25, 2024 10:53:25 AM IST
International organisations have called for lifting the ban on girls' education, as for over two years now, girls have been barred from accessing education in Afghanistan, TOLO News reported. ... read..


French President Macron, PM Modi likely to use UPI for transaction at Hawa Mahal in Jaipur
By Sahil Pandey

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 25, 2024 8:52:47 AM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron will land in Rajasthan's Jaipur on Thursday and meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Jaipur. Both leaders are likely to use UPI for transactions at Hawal Mahal after the Shobha Yatra. ... read..


More than 70 die in artisanal gold mine collapse in Mali
Mali | January 25, 2024 7:52:36 AM IST
More than 70 people have died in southwest Mali after an artisanal gold mine collapsed last week, officials said, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets with British Foreign Secretary in Jerusalem
Middle East | January 25, 2024 7:52:35 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 25 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a private meeting on Wednesday with UK Foreign Secretary, and former Prime Minister, David Cameron, at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. ... read..


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