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"Has appearance of dham": German seer hails 'development explosion' in Ayodhya
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | January 20, 2024 7:54:29 PM IST
With seers and visitors from across the world streaming into Ayodhya ahead of the 'Pran Ptatishtha' of Shri Ram Lalla, Shanak Sanatan Das, a German ascetic, said the event on January 22 would involve a traditional approach. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar discusses ongoing Gaza conflict with his Palestinian counterpart in Kampala
Kampala | January 20, 2024 7:54:01 PM IST
On the sidelines of the NAM summit in Uganda, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his Palestinian counterpart Riyad al-Maliki on Saturday and held a comprehensive discussion on the ongoing conflict in Gaza. ... read..


Pakistan: Five killed in armed attack on village in Sindh province
Sindh | January 20, 2024 7:53:31 PM IST
As many as five people have been killed in an armed attack on a village in Ghotki in Pakistan's Sindh province, ARY News reported, citing the police. ... read..


Pakistan Election Commission begins issuing postal ballots ahead of general polls
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 7:53:17 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Saturday began the process of providing postal ballot papers ahead of the upcoming general elections, Geo News reported. ... read..


Will form PoK govt in exile if demands not met by Feb 5: Activist Amjad Ayub Mirza
Muzaffarabad | January 20, 2024 7:52:55 PM IST
Human rights activist Amjad Ayub Mirza has said that if the demands of the people of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Gilgit-Baltistan are not met by February 5, then the political exiles living abroad will have no choice but to form a national governm ... read..


Pakistan faced worst economic crises in 2023: Human Rights Watch
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 7:52:53 PM IST
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has said that Pakistan faced one of the worst economic crises in its history in 2023, with poverty, inflation and unemployment soaring, jeopardising millions of people's rights to health, food and an adequate standard of living, D ... read..


"Your solidarity is important to our cause": Activists urge for global support against enforced disappearances in Balochistan
Balochistan | January 20, 2024 12:55:40 PM IST
Urging for global support against enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in Balochistan, political activist Mahrang Baloch has said that the movement of Baloch protesters, which has entered its fourth phase, aims to raise awareness nationally ... read..


Pak General Elections 2024: Top poll body imposes fine on candidates for violating code of conduct
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 11:54:13 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan monitoring teams fined all candidates running in the 2024 general elections a total of (PKR) 85,000 for "violating" the election code in different constituencies around the nation, reported ARY News. ... read..


"Iran should have sought assistance from Pakistan instead of taking action unilaterally": JUI-F Chief Fazlur Rehman
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 11:54:11 AM IST
The chief of Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam-Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazl-ur-Rehman emphasised on Friday the importance of taking "positive steps" to address the concerns between Pakistan and Iran in light of cross-border incursions and increased tension in the r ... read..


13 killed in school dormitary fire in China
Beijing | January 20, 2024 11:54:07 AM IST
Thirteen people lost their lives after fire broke out in a school dormitory in China's Henan province on late Friday night, according to the Global Times. ... read..


Indian accused of plot to murder Pannun can be extradited to US, says Czech court
Prague | January 20, 2024 11:53:33 AM IST
A Czech court has ruled that Prague can extradite to the United States, the 52-year-old Indian man, Nikhil Gupta, who is accused by the United States of involvement in the alleged attempt to kill Sikh separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, Czech-based ... read..


Marching contingent, band from France participate in Republic Day parade rehearsal
New Delhi | January 20, 2024 11:53:31 AM IST
A 95-member marching contingent and a 33-member band contingent from France participated in the Republic Day parade rehearsal at Vijay Chowk on Saturday as preparations continue in full swing. ... read..


Sharp increase in Israeli Arabs studying at colleges in Palestinian Authority
Middle East | January 20, 2024 7:52:23 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 20 (ANI/TPS): In the last decade there has been a sharp increase in the number of young people from Israel's Arab communities applying to study in institutions of higher education in the Palestinian Authority (PA). ... read..


"Ready to talk": Imran Khan amid gloomy prospects ahead of polls
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 6:53:04 AM IST
Amid growing political challenges for him and his party ahead of the upcoming general elections, former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has said that he is "open for dialogue" and "ready to talk," Geo News reported. ... read..


"Fool me twice, shame on me...": Bilawal's veiled jibe on joining forces with Nawaz Sharif
Islamabad | January 20, 2024 6:53:02 AM IST
Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Friday refuted any chances of forming a coalition with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) after the February 8 general elections. ... read..


UAE: Salik drives gains at Dubai Financial Market Friday
Middle East | January 20, 2024 6:52:59 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 20 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Financial Market (DFM) climbed higher on Friday, driven by a surge in toll operator Salik (SALIK.DU). The main index (.DFMGI) rose 0.714 per cent, fueled by a 5.180 per cent jump in Salik shares after the c ... read..


UAE: Crisis and Emergency Management Community Forum to convene in Abu Dhabi on Feb 15
Middle East | January 20, 2024 6:52:57 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 20 (ANI/WAM): The National Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has announced the launch of the Crisis Emergency Management Community Forum, which will be held on 15 February 2024 at the Abu Dhabi National E ... read..


"Voice of Non-Aligned Movement is here to be heard": Jaishankar at NAM Summit
Kampala | January 20, 2024 5:53:09 AM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on the Non-Aligned Movement countries to challenge the concentrations undermining their economic security, adding that the voice of NAM is here to stay and grow. ... read..


US destroys three Houthi anti-ship missiles in Red Sea
Washington DC | January 20, 2024 5:53:07 AM IST
The United States carried out a fresh round of attack against the Houthi rebels in Yemen destroying three anti-ship missiles in the Red Sea. ... read..


"Threatened and insecure": Nikki Haley hits back at Donald Trump
Washington DC | January 20, 2024 5:53:03 AM IST
Indian American leader Nikki Haley hit back at former US president Donald Trump over his remarks questioning the former UN Ambassador's eligibility to run as president. ... read..


"We are trying to bridge digital divide between developed, developing world": Commonwealth Secretary General
Kampala | January 20, 2024 3:53:05 AM IST
The Commonwealth Group is trying to bridge the digital divide between the developed and developing worlds, and several steps have been taken in the direction of climate finance, artificial intelligence and improving trade, Commonwealth Secretary-General P ... read..


Biden speaks with Netanyahu after almost a month, discusses two-state solution
Washington DC | January 20, 2024 3:52:59 AM IST
Amid growing tensions over Israel's war against Hamas, US President Joe Biden on Friday (local time) spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after nearly a month and reiterated his vision of a 'two-state solution' while guaranteeing Israel's ... read..


Thailand: Man sentenced to record 50-year prison term for insulting monarchy
Bangkok | January 20, 2024 2:52:38 AM IST
A Thai appeals court extended a man's sentence to a record 50 years of prison on Thursday for insulting the monarchy, CNN reported. ... read..


Japan makes historic landing on moon, but lander losing power rapidly makes mission 'minimum success'
Tokyo | January 20, 2024 2:52:35 AM IST
Japan created history by becoming only the fifth nation to successfully complete the soft landing on the moon with its 'Moon Sniper' robotic explorer, but fear looms that the mission may end prematurely since the spacecraft's solar cell is not generating ... read..


Number of North Korean defectors to South Korea triples in 2023, says Seoul
Pyongyang | January 20, 2024 1:52:09 AM IST
The number of North Korean defectors entering South Korea nearly tripled in 2023 compared to the previous two years, including a higher number of youth and elite, CNN reported, citing Seoul authorities. ... read..


NAM Summit: EAM Jaishankar discusses global, regional issues with his counterparts
Kampala | January 19, 2024 11:52:59 PM IST
In a series of bilateral meetings and engagements at the NAM summit in Uganda, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his counterparts from Bolivia, Azerbaijan and Venezuela on Friday. ... read..


Puerto Rico-bound Atlas Air cargo flight makes emergency landing after engine failure
Miami | January 19, 2024 11:52:50 PM IST
A Puerto Rico-bound Atlas Air cargo flight from Miami made an emergency landing late Thursday after a reported engine failure, CNN reported citing the Federal Aviation Administration. ... read..


Israeli civilian hospitals to no longer treat enemy combatants
Middle East | January 19, 2024 11:52:46 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Health Minister Uriel Buso announced that he has cancelled current procedures allowing enemy combatants to be treated in civilian hospitals. ... read..


Israeli researchers unravel mysteries of biodiversity
Middle East | January 19, 2024 11:52:44 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): In a groundbreaking study, Israeli researchers have conducted the most comprehensive investigation to date on the species richness of land vertebrates. Their findings hope to give better insights for conservation e ... read..


Israeli President raises plight of hostages in Davos
Europe | January 19, 2024 11:52:32 PM IST
Davos [Switzerland], January 19 (ANI/TPS): Sitting with a photo of Kfir Bibas on his one-year birthday, Israeli President Isaac Herzog brought attention to the plight of the hostages in Gaza during an interview at the World Economic Forum's annual meeting ... read..


Pakistan agrees to de-escalate tension with Iran, says "it desires to work based on spirit of mutual trust"
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 11:52:24 PM IST
Pakistan and Iran agreed to de-escalate the situation and work in close coordination on counter-terrorism on Friday, the Pakistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in an official press release. ... read..


Uyghur journalists face unprecedented crackdown in China: Report
Beijing | January 19, 2024 11:52:13 PM IST
A recent report from the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has shed light on a troubling pattern in China, where nearly half of the journalists imprisoned in 2023 were identified as Uyghurs, Voice of America reported. ... read..


UAE: Family empires pioneering real estate, healthcare, retail, and culinary sectors
Asia | January 19, 2024 11:52:09 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre is organising Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF), on February 3-4, 2024, at the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park. ... read..


"India has always been at heart of Non-Aligned Movement": Commonwealth Secy-General Patricia Scotland
Kampala | January 19, 2024 11:52:07 PM IST
The Commonwealth Secretary General, Patricia Scotland on Friday underscored India's exponential growth and methods of overcoming the challenges, saying that "India has always been the heart of the Non-Alligned Movement (NAM)" and provided help, support t ... read..


Moro Hub signs landmark agreement with Judicial Inspection Authority at Intersec 2024 in Dubai
Asia | January 19, 2024 11:52:03 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), signed today a strategic agreement with the Judicial Inspection Authority (JIA) during Intersec 2024, the world's l ... read..


Pakistan: 18 children die of pneumonia in Punjab due to freezing cold
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 10:53:51 PM IST
At least 18 children lost their lives in Pakistan's Punjab province due to pneumonia amid intense cold weather, ARY News reported on Friday. ... read..


North Korea tests 'underwater nuclear weapons system' amid US drills
Pyongyang | January 19, 2024 10:53:47 PM IST
North Korea has reportedly tested a nuclear-capable underwater attack drone on Friday, according to state media. ... read..


Successor is for Dalai Lama himself to decide: Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace general secy
New Delhi | January 19, 2024 10:53:39 PM IST
The Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP) General Secretary Byambajav Khunkhur said that the decision on the selection of the next Dalai Lama would be decided by the revered Buddhist leader Dalai Lama and ABCP does not intervene in the matter. ... read..


China issued 1.8 lakh visas to Indian citizens in 2023
New Delhi | January 19, 2024 10:53:18 PM IST
More than 1,80,000 Chinese visas were issued to Indian citizens in 2023, Chinese embassy in India spokesperson Wang Xiaojian said on Friday. ... read..


Tel Aviv women march for hostages' release, demand swift action
Tel Aviv | January 19, 2024 10:53:14 PM IST
In a powerful demonstration, hundreds of women took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Friday, urging the Israeli government and the international community to intensify efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, CNN reported. ... read..


"Signing off": Outgoing Indian envoy gets farewell from bipartisan group of US Congress
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 10:53:08 PM IST
Ambassador of India to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, bid adieu to his diplomatic tenure in the US with a warm reception hosted by a bipartisan group of friends from the US Congress. ... read..


UK Royal Navy's adviser Capt Ian Lynn bids farewell, Colonel Westlake assumes role
New Delhi | January 19, 2024 10:52:44 PM IST
In a recent announcement from the British High Commission's Defence Adviser, Brigadier Nick Sawyer, the Royal Navy bids farewell to Captain Ian Lynn OBE RN, an alumnus of the Royal Navy's Advanced course and the National Defence College (NDC). ... read..


Pakistan government challenges Islamabad court verdict nullifying Imran Khan's jail trial in cypher case
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 6:53:10 PM IST
Pakistan's caretaker federal government has challenged the Islamabad High Court's (IHC) decision to declare its notification regarding the jail trial of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Imran Khan's in the cypher case as null and void. ... read..


UK Parliament echoes with chants of 'Shri Ram' in celebrations for Ram Mandir
London | January 19, 2024 6:53:06 PM IST
As the global community eagerly awaits the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, the Sanatan Sanstha of UK (SSUK) initiated the joyous celebrations for Ram Mandir at the British Parliament, resonating with the divine sound of a Shankh. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets Nepal PM on sidelines of 19th NAM Summit
Kampala | January 19, 2024 6:52:46 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in Uganda to attend the 19th NAM Summit, met Prime Minister of Nepal, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, on the sidelines of the summit on Friday. ... read..


Indian envoy Harish Parvathaneni meets German MP Florian Hahn, discusses India-Germany strategic partnership
Berlin | January 19, 2024 5:53:25 PM IST
The Indian envoy to Germany, Harish Parvathaneni met with the Defence political spokesperson of the Union parliamentary group in the German Bundestag (Parliament), Florian Hahn on Friday and discussed ways of strengthening the India-Germany strategic part ... read..


MoS Muraleedharan to represent India at G-77 Third South Summit in Uganda
New Delhi | January 19, 2024 5:53:12 PM IST
Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, will embark on an official visit to the Ugandan capital, Kampala, from January 20-22, 2024 to participate in the Third South Summit of the Group of 77 and China (G-77), Ministry of External Affairs ... read..


Indian journalists, including Kashmiri Muslims, tour Israel
Tel Aviv | January 19, 2024 5:52:58 PM IST
A delegation of Indian journalists and social media influencers, including three Muslim writers from Kashmir, is currently in Israel on a weeklong media tour. This visit aligns with Israel's efforts to strengthen its position in the global public opinion ... read..


"Islamabad has no interest or desire in escalation": Pakistan Foreign Minister to Turkey counterpart amid tension with Iran
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 5:52:32 PM IST
Amid the diplomatic standoff, Pakistan caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani had a telephonic conversation with his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan on Friday and said Islamabad has no interest or desire in escalation, Geo News reported. ... read..


Pakistan's National Security Committee to meet today amid tensions with Iran
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 4:54:17 PM IST
Pakistan's National Security Committee is set to meet on Friday amid the cross-border tensions with Iran, Dawn newspaper reported. ... read..


Islamabad, Tehran seek to de-escalate tensions: Report
slamabad | January 19, 2024 4:54:13 PM IST
Islamabad and Tehran have sought to de-escalate tensions after Pakistan launched retaliatory strikes inside Iran on Thursday, threatening a full-scale conflict between the two neighbours, as per officials and diplomatic sources, as reported by The Express ... read..


Netanyahu: 'Who told you we're not hitting Iran?'
Middle East | January 19, 2024 4:54:11 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): Asked at a Tel Aviv press conference why Israel is attacking Iran's proxies and not Iran, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu replied, "Who told you we're not hitting Iran?" ... read..


Islamic Jihad Psyops commander killed in Gaza airstrike
Middle East | January 19, 2024 4:53:59 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli military killed a senior Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist in an airstrike in southern Gaza on Thursday, the Israel Defense Forces said on Friday. ... read..


DoH launches 'Sanadkom' initiative to facilitate procedures for bereaved families
Middle East | January 19, 2024 4:53:56 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH) has launched phase one of the Sanadkom initiative, part of the Abu Dhabi Programme for Effortless Customer Experience, to simplify government procedures for the families of ... read..


India becomes first Vice Chair of FAO COFI Fisheries Sub-Committee, will empower Global South perspectives
Rome | January 19, 2024 4:52:58 PM IST
India got elected as the First Vice Chair of the FAO COFI (Food and Agriculture Organisation Committee on Fisheries) Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management, said the Indian embassy in Italy. ... read..


As 19th NAM Summit begins in Uganda's Kampala , Jaishankar shares glimpses
Kampala | January 19, 2024 2:53:18 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar shared glimpses of the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit, which commenced here on Friday. ... read..


Japan extends sympathy to those affected by Noto Earthquake, shares important points for consideration
Tokyo | January 19, 2024 1:52:36 PM IST
The Japanese government has extended its sympathies to those affected by the 2024 Noto Peninsula earthquake and has shared important points for their consideration. ... read..


US ducks questions on reports Pak consulted Washington before striking back at Iran
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 12:53:37 PM IST
The US on Thursday (local time) evaded a question on whether Pakistan held prior consultations with Washington before conducting retaliatory air strikes on Iran. ... read..


Chinese scientist filed Covid sequence weeks before official release: Report
Beijing | January 19, 2024 12:52:53 PM IST
A Chinese scientist sought to publish the genetic profile of the coronavirus two weeks before Beijing formally released the sequence, as per federal documents shared with a US congressional committee and released on Wednesday, The Washington Post reported ... read..


Iranian-backed Houthis launch two anti-ship ballistic missiles at US Ship Chem Ranger
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 12:52:42 PM IST
Iranian-backed Houthis on Thursday (US local time) launched two anti-ship ballistic missiles at US Ship Chem Ranger, US Central Command said. ... read..


Israel opposes establishment of Palestinian state as part of any post-war scenario: Netanyahu tells US
Tel Aviv | January 19, 2024 1:53:03 PM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told the US that he opposes the establishment of a Palestinian state as part of any post-war scenario, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Ballot paper printing 'halted for some constituencies'
Islamabad | January 19, 2024 10:51:50 AM IST
Ballot-printing for certain constituencies has been put on hold in Pakistan due to litigation, an official from the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) told Dawn. ... read..


India sets up global alliance to push women empowerment, gender equality
By Ravi Khandelwal

Davos | January 19, 2024 9:52:41 AM IST
In a major breakthrough, India has successfully set up a "Global Alliance for Global Good- Gender Equity and Equality" to push women's empowerment and gender equality during the 54th Annual Meeting of World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday. ... read..


UNDP report indicates worsening economic insecurity in Afghanistan
Kabul | January 19, 2024 7:52:15 AM IST
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in its latest report, has indicated a worsening economic insecurity under the Taliban's rule in Afghanistan, Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported. ... read..


UAE chairs 27th session of Council of Arab Ministers of Communications and Information
Middle East | January 19, 2024 7:52:11 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 19 (ANI/WAM): The UAE, represented by Talal Humaid Belhoul, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the UAE Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), chaired and hosted the 27th Session of the Council of ... read..


Donald Trump's son says Tucker Carlson as US Vice President 'on the table'
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 7:52:09 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump's eldest son Donald Trump Jr has said that conservative pundit Tucker Carlson could make a good vice presidential running mate for his father, The Hill reported. ... read..


UN Chief "deeply concerned" over Iran and Pakistan tensions, calls for restraint
New York | January 19, 2024 6:52:29 AM IST
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that he is "deeply concerned" about the exchange of military strikes between Iran and Pakistan. He called on both nations to exercise maximum restraint to avoid a further escalation of tensions. ... read..


Google CEO Sundar Pichai tells employees to brace for more job cuts: Report
California | January 19, 2024 6:52:23 AM IST
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has warned employees to brace themselves for more job cuts, The Verge reported citing an internal memo. He stated that company needs to make "tough choices" to create capacity for investments. ... read..


Concerned about escalating tensions in region...urge restraint: US on Iran-Pakistan row
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 5:53:27 AM IST
Amid tensions between Iran and Pakistan, the US is concerned about the escalating tensions in the region and has urged restraint on all sides, US State Department of State Matthew Miller said on Thursday (local time). ... read..


US: Donald Trump pledges to block creation of federal digital currency, calls it "dangerous threat to freedom"
Washington, DC | January 19, 2024 5:53:23 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump on Wednesday night (local time) pledged to block the creation of a federal digital currency, terming it a "dangerous threat to freedom," The Hill reported. ... read..


Japan signs deal for 400 land-based Tomahawk cruise missiles with US
Tokyo | January 19, 2024 3:52:06 AM IST
Japan on Thursday signed a deal with the United States to purchase 400 land-based Tomahawk cruise missiles, seeking to acquire the capability of striking an adversary's territory with China and North Korea in mind, Japan-based Kyodo News reported. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar meets counterparts from Egypt, Belarus
Kampala | January 19, 2024 3:52:03 AM IST
On the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a meeting with counterparts from Egypt and Belarus in Kampala on Thursday (local time). ... read..


India is only country where we have so much growth: EIL Chairman at Davos
Davos | January 19, 2024 2:53:16 AM IST
Engineers India Limited (EIL) Chairman and Managing Director Vartika Shukla has said that India is the only country where there is so much growth. She stated that India has so many skills which are emerging as export potential in many nations. ... read..


Israel approves duty-free import of 30 million eggs to offset wartime shortages
Middle East | January 19, 2024 2:53:14 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Agriculture approved an increase in the import quota by 30 million eggs with exemption from customs duties. This was done to offset expected shortages caused by the Iron Swords War in Gaza. ... read..


Israel to use AI to improve traffic safety
Middle East | January 19, 2024 2:53:12 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], January 19 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Transport and Road Safety launched two new initiatives it says will "harness" the power of artificial intelligence - AI - for the fight against traffic accidents and traffic jams. ... read..


Iran condemns Pakistan's "unbalanced and unacceptable" drone attack
Tehran | January 19, 2024 1:52:42 AM IST
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned Pakistan's drone attack on non-Iranian villagers on the border of the two nations, calling it "unbalanced and unacceptable." ... read..


Polish experts from Centre for Eastern Studies analyse Russia's 'unprovoked war', global implications
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 10:53:12 PM IST
Experts from the Centre for Eastern Studies in Poland provided insightful perspectives on Russia's unprovoked war and its broader implications, emphasising the unforeseen challenges faced by Russia in its campaign against Ukraine. ... read..


Nepal's Janakpur, Birgunj announce celebrations on Pran Pratishtha ceremony day on January 22
Kathmandu | January 18, 2024 10:52:52 PM IST
The Nepali towns of Janakpurdham and Birgunj Metropolitan City will celebrate the Pran Pratishtha ceremony in Ayodhya with fanfare and gaiety on January 22. ... read..


Europe must transition towards greater sovereignty in defence, clean energy generation: French President
Davos | January 18, 2024 10:52:44 PM IST
French President Emmanuel Macron presented a blueprint for the future of France and Europe at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, emphasising economic reforms, environmental sustainability, and the strengthening of European sovereignty. ... read..


US launches fresh strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen amid tensions in Red Sea
Washington, DC | January 18, 2024 10:52:21 PM IST
Amid the ongoing tensions in the Red Sea, the United States forces launched strikes on 14 Houthi missiles "that were loaded to be fired in Houthi-controlled areas in Yemen" on Thursday. ... read..


Russian Foreign Minister rejects US proposal to resume nuclear arms talks, saying Ukraine has Washington's back
Moscow | January 18, 2024 10:52:13 PM IST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday rejected a United States proposal to resume a dialogue on nuclear arms control, saying that it is impossible as Washington has been offering military support to Ukraine, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


'Deeply concerned over issue of Red Sea....destabilising nature of things': MEA
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 8:53:52 PM IST
India is deeply concerned with the recent attacks on the vessels in the Red Sea as it serves as an important shipping lane for the world including India, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. ... read..


'India remains committed to safe, legal mobility' as screening for Indians begins...: MEA
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 8:53:40 PM IST
Emphasising that India has a labour mobility partnership with Israel, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India remains committed to safe and legal mobility as Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have begun screening Indians ... read..


EAM Jaishankar arrives in Uganda to represent India at 19th NAM Summit
Kampala | January 18, 2024 8:53:24 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar arrived in Kampala on Thursday to lead the Indian delegation at the two-day 19th summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) starting from January 19. ... read..


Pakistan accountability court sends Fawad Chaudhry to jail under judicial remand
Islamabad | January 18, 2024 8:53:20 PM IST
The Pakistan accountability court approved the judicial remand of the former federal minister, Fawad Chaudhry in a case related to financial fraud in Jhelum Development Projects, ARY News reported on Thursday. ... read..


On the path to CICA Ministerial Conference on environmental issues
Astana | January 18, 2024 8:53:18 PM IST
Numerous problems plague the contemporary world, yet are we truly acknowledging the most significant threat to our existence? Environmental challenges impact our society at every level, from the economy to food security and the rise of climate-induced mig ... read..


Pak Army employed killer drones, rockets, loitering munitions to strike terrorist hideouts in Iran: ISPR
Islamabad | January 18, 2024 8:53:14 PM IST
The Pakistan Army released operational details of its strikes against militants in Iran, targeting hideouts used by terrorist organisations such as the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and Balochistan Liberation Front (BLF), Geo News reported. ... read..


British MPs table motion to mark 34th anniversary of 'genocide' of Kashmiri Pandits in J-K
London | January 18, 2024 8:52:53 PM IST
Marking the 34th anniversary of attacks and displacements of Kashmiri Pandits from Jammu and Kashmir in 1990, three UK members of parliament, including Bob Blackman, Jim Shannon and Virendra Sharma tabled the Early Day Motion (EDM) in the British parliame ... read..


'Pakistan, Iran endangered lives of Baloch people in name of security, sovereignty': Activist Mahrang Baloch
Islamabad | January 18, 2024 6:54:47 PM IST
Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch on Thursday condemned Pakistan and Iran's attacks "in the name of security and sovereignty" and emphasised that these missiles are indiscriminately deployed against the Baloch. ... read..


"Pakistan's move is deliberate to create Shia-Sunni conflict," foreign policy experts on missile strikes on Iran
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 6:54:19 PM IST
Pakistan launching retaliatory strikes inside Iran, a day after Iranian forces attacked what it said were militant bases inside Pakistan territory could be a deliberate move by Islamabad to create Shia-Sunni conflict, according to experts. ... read..


India, Maldives seeking "mutually workable solution" for "continued operation" of Indian aviation platforms: MEA
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 6:54:17 PM IST
India and Maldives held a core group meeting on January 14 in which both sides deliberated on finding a "mutually workable solution" to ensure the "continued operation" of Indian aviation platforms providing humanitarian and Medvec services, the Ministry ... read..


Pakistan court bars displays of political banners, hoardings in Sindh ahead of polls
Islamabad | January 18, 2024 6:53:24 PM IST
Ahead of the February 8 elections in Pakistan, the Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered the removal of all political banners from the city, ARY News reported on Thursday. ... read..


Haryana, UP have begun screening Indians wishing to travel to Israel for labour jobs: MEA
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 6:53:18 PM IST
Emphasising that India has a labour mobility partnership with Israel, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India remains committed to safe and legal mobility as Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have begun screening Indians ... read..


India got consular access for its ex-Navy personnel in Qatari Custody: MEA
New Delhi | January 18, 2024 6:53:16 PM IST
The Indian ambassador to Qatar and the embassy officials met with the eight detained veteran navy officials and a legal team is looking into the appeal aspect as 60 days have been provided to file an appeal, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursd ... read..


7 killed in Pakistan's air strikes on Iran
Tehran | January 18, 2024 3:55:12 PM IST
Seven people, including four children, were killed in air strikes by Pakistan into Iranian territory on Thursday, Iran's state news agency IRNA reported. ... read..


China stooped to "gutter level talk": Philippines on Beijing's provocative comments
Manila | January 18, 2024 3:54:24 PM IST
The Philippine Defence Secretary has called out a Chinese official for insulting President Ferdinand Marco Jr and the Filipino nation with his "low and gutter-level talk." ... read..


UAE Pavilion in Davos discusses talent management models
Europe | January 18, 2024 3:53:55 PM IST
Davos [Switzerland], January 18 (ANI/WAM): Misiek Piskorski, Professor of Digital Strategy, Analytics and Innovation and Dean of Asia and Oceania at IMD, focused during a session held in the UAE pavilion in Davos, on advanced talent management models. ... read..


Pakistan PM cuts short Davos visit in view of recent developments with Iran
Islamabad | January 18, 2024 3:53:51 PM IST
Pakistan Prime Minister Anwar ul Haq Kakar has cut short his Davos visit in view of recent developments following Iran-Pakistan retaliatory strikes. ... read..


Lamia Al Shamsi appointed as Director of Sharjah Digital Department
Middle East | January 18, 2024 3:53:49 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], January 18 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of Sharjah Executive Council, issued Council Resolution No. 2 of 2024 on the promotion and appointment of a director f ... read..


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