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Pakistan: IPP senior leader claims Qureshi wanted to 'form own group in PTI'

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 9:23:02 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi spoke about forming his own group in the Imran Khan-founded party, claimed former Sindh governor Imran Ismail on Tuesday, Geo News reported. ... read..

UNDP points towards worsening economic insecurity in Afghanistan under Taliban rule

Kabul | January 16, 2024 8:23:39 PM IST

The economic insecurity in Afghanistan has worsened under the Taliban rule, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said in its latest report, Khaama Press said. ... read..

"Prefer diplomacy over military resolutions...": Qatari PM warns US over strikes in Yemen

Davos | January 16, 2024 8:23:37 PM IST

Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani cautioned against the recent US-led strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, stressing that diplomatic options should be opted rather than military resolution for diffusing the conflict in the ... read..

Israel approves new USD 1 billion high-tech stimulus package

Middle East | January 16, 2024 8:23:35 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's government, in collaboration with the Israeli Innovation Authority, approved what it described as a "transformative stimulus package" that it said is aimed at "elevating Israel's standing as a global high- ... read..

Russia's dependency on China resulting into its strategic failure: EU chief tells World Economic Forum

Davos | January 16, 2024 7:23:20 PM IST

Russia is "strategically failing" as it has become dependent on China while Ukraine Ukraine is "closer than ever" towards joining the European Union, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Tuesday ... read..

Pak: Former minister Sheikh Rasheed arrested in May 9 riots case

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 7:23:10 PM IST

Pakistan's former interior minister and Awami Muslim League (AML) chief, Sheikh Rasheed, was arrested in connection with the May 9 riots cases on Tuesday, ARY News reported. ... read..

Kim Jong-un calls for constitutional change, to define ensure South Korea as 'primary foe'

Pyongyang | January 16, 2024 6:23:43 PM IST

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has urged the revision of the country's Constitution to strengthen "the firm idea that the South Korea is their primary foe and invariable principal enemy," Yonhap News Agency reported. ... read..

Pakistan: PTI still among 'enlisted political parties' of ECP

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 6:23:30 PM IST

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) has lost its election symbol but continues to be recognised as a political party by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), The News International newspaper reported. ... read..

Trump emerges big winner, DeSantis distant second, Ramaswamy quits race: Key takeaways from Iowa caucuses

Washington DC | January 16, 2024 4:24:45 PM IST

Former US President Donald Trump registered a huge victory with unprecedented margin at the Iowa caucuses, further demonstrating the hold he maintains over the party as well as its supporters, as he closed in for a 2020 rematch contest with incumbent Joe ... read..

India, US can show world what it means to be moral leaders...: US Envoy Garcetti

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2024 4:24:39 PM IST

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, stressed that the US and India, being the two greatest democracies, can show the world what it means to be moral leaders at a needed moment. ... read..

Former Taiwan President Tsai thanks Dalai Lama for wishing party after victory in presidential polls

Taipei | January 16, 2024 4:24:17 PM IST

Former Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen expressed gratitude to Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama after he congratulated her colleague Lai Ching-te for winning third straight term for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taiwanese presidential election ... read..

Donald Trump vows to solve "horrible" Israeli situation "very soon" if re-elected

Iowa | January 16, 2024 3:25:44 PM IST

Former US President Donald Trump on Tuesday emphasised that Israel would not have been attacked if he were still president and further promised to solve the situation "very fast" if reelected, as reported by The Times of Israel. ... read..

Israeli military destroys 100 rocket launchers in Gaza

Middle East | January 16, 2024 3:25:40 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) is continuing its assault on Hamas terrorist bases in Gaza. ... read..

Survivors of music festival massacre launch USD 53.6 million lawsuit against Israel

Middle East | January 16, 2024 3:25:34 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): Forty-two survivors of Hamas's October 7 massacre at the Supernova music festival at Kibbutz Re'im are suing the Israel Defense Forces, Israel Security Agency and Israel Police for negligence and are claiming 200 m ... read..

Davos: Michelle Yeoh, Francis Kere, Nile Rodgers awarded Crystal Award at World Economic Forum

Davos | January 16, 2024 2:24:53 PM IST

Oscar-winning actress Michelle Yeoh, Burkinabe-German architect Diebedo Francis Kere and American musician Nile Rodgers were awarded the Crystal Award 2024 at the ongoing World Economic Forum at Davos, Switzerland. ... read..

"Terrorist party can't be allotted symbol": Maryam Nawaz slams Imran Khan after 'bat' snub

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 2:24:29 PM IST

In a veiled attack at Imran Khan and his party after it was snubbed of its iconic 'bat' symbol, Pakistan Muslim-League Nawaz (PML-N) Chief Organiser Maryam Nawaz said that a "terrorist party" could not be allotted an electoral symbol, Dawn reported. ... read..

Pakistan: School used as training centre for polling staff attacked in Balochistan's Kharan

Balochistan | January 16, 2024 2:24:07 PM IST

Ahead of the general elections, a training centre for polling staff was attacked by unknown men in the Kharan district of Balochistan, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

Israeli woman soldier wounded in Egyptian border terror attack

Middle East | January 16, 2024 2:24:03 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that overnight a woman soldier was wounded when about twenty terrorists, including a number of armed men, approached the Nitzana border crossing with Egypt from the Egyptian ... read..

UAE: DEWA extends over 364 kilometres of fibre optic ducts in 2023

Middle East | January 16, 2024 2:23:57 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 16 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) extended over 364 kilometres of Fibre Optic (FO) ducts across different areas in Dubai in 2023. This expansion has increased the total length of these cable ducts to 3,998 ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan alleges "Umpire's no-ball", "London Plan" behind bat snub

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 2:23:52 PM IST

Hitting out at former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif after being stripped of the 'bat' symbol, former Prime Minister Imran Khan accused the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo of playing with "umpires of choice" who gave a "no ball", Geo Ne ... read..

Baloch activists meet with UN officials; discuss human rights crisis in Balochistan

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 1:22:29 PM IST

As the protest continues for over 50 days against the Baloch-enforced disappearances, Baloch activists Mahrang Baloch and Sammi Deen Baloch met with United Nations officials and discussed the ongoing human rights situation in Balochistan, as reported by t ... read..

Designated Khalistani terrorist Pannun issues fresh threats ahead of Republic Day

New Delhi | January 16, 2024 1:22:14 PM IST

Designated terrorist, US based Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, the founder of the banned Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), has issued fresh threats ahead of Republic Day. ... read..

Vivek Ramaswamy roots for "America-first patriot" Donald Trump as "next US President"

Iowa | January 16, 2024 1:22:12 PM IST

Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy who dropped out of the 2024 Republican presidential race after finishing fourth in the Iowa caucuses, has endorsed former President Donald Trump and urged Republican voters to put an "America First patriot" in ... read..

Ramaswamy pulls out of US Presidential race after Iowa Caucus results, throws support behind Trump

Iowa | January 16, 2024 12:23:06 PM IST

Indian-American entrepreneur and GOP leader Vivek Ramaswamy pulled out of the White House race on Tuesday after a weak showing in the Republican Party's first nominating contest in Iowa. ... read..

G20: Brazil Minister lays out focus on equal pay, climate justice; stresses on building consensus

Brasilia | January 16, 2024 11:24:00 AM IST

Brazil's Minister of Women, Cida Goncalves, said that equal pay for women, confronting discrimination against women and climate justice are the core focus of Brazil's G20 presidency, adding that it will be aiming to reach a consensus during the summit. ... read..

Sindh government bans carrying, displaying weapons in wake of Pakistan general elections

Islamabad | January 16, 2024 11:23:51 AM IST

The Sindh government in Pakistan has imposed a 45-day ban on carrying and displaying weapons across the province ahead of the upcoming general elections, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

"You and me vs. extreme MAGA Republicans": Joe Biden after Trump's huge win in Iowa

Washington, DC | January 16, 2024 11:23:43 AM IST

President Joe Biden has called former President Donald Trump the 'front runner' of the "other side" after his landslide victory in Iowa caucuses and termed the 2024 contest as, "you and me" versus the "extreme MAGA Republicans". ... read..

Artificial Intelligence takes centre stage, pushing crypto aside in Davos

Davos | January 16, 2024 10:24:59 AM IST

In a sudden shift, artificial intelligence (AI) has pushed cryptocurrency firms aside at the 2024 World Economic Forum and has been seen dominating the main strip in Davos, as reported by the CNBC. ... read..

Indian-Thai Navy first bilateral exercise "Ex-Ayutthaya" connects to Ayodhya

New Delhi | January 16, 2024 10:24:55 AM IST

The Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy (RTN) conducted a maiden bilateral exercise, named 'Ex-Ayutthaya', which symbolises the significance of 'Ayodhya' in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand, which holds historic legacies and has rich cultural ties. ... read..

Jeep with Indian number plate found inside Trishuli River in Nepal

Chitwan (Nepal) | January 16, 2024 10:24:51 AM IST

A vehicle with an Indian number plate was found in the Trishuli River in the Chitwan district of Nepal in the early hours of Tuesday, police said. ... read..

EAM S Jaishankar, Iran President Raisi discuss pacing up Iran-India agreements, compensating for delays

Tehran | January 16, 2024 10:24:40 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Iran President Ebrahim Raisi discussed speeding up the implementation of Iran-India agreements, including the Chabahar Port Development Plan, and further compensating for delays. ... read..

US: Donald Trump wins Iowa caucuses, moves closer to historical rematch contest with Biden

Iowa | January 16, 2024 9:25:44 AM IST

Former President Donald Trump is projected to win the Iowa caucuses, according to CNN, solidifying his position as the front-runner for the 2024 Republican nomination to turn up against incumbent Joe Biden in a 2020 rematch. ... read..

Israel Defence Forces says it fear for lives of two hostages after Hamas released video

Tel Aviv | January 16, 2024 8:25:41 AM IST

Israel Defence Forces spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari has said that the military, several days ago, informed the families of two hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip that it fears for their lives, based on new intelligence, The Times of Israel ... read..

Indian, Bangladesh discuss issues to advance bilateral cooperation

Dhaka | January 16, 2024 8:25:33 AM IST

India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, called on Bangladesh's new Foreign Minister, Hasan Mahmud. The two sides discussed issues to advance bilateral cooperation in the new term of the Bangladesh government. ... read..

'What a blast': Australian Envoy relishes chole Bhature, paratha and jalebi in Delhi

New Delhi | January 16, 2024 7:25:44 AM IST

Australia's High Commissioner to India Philip Green OAM shared his delight after relishing Old Delhi delicacies like Chole Bhature, paratha, and jalebi. He also enjoyed a cup of masala tea at Bhupendra's. ... read..

North Korea decides to abolish agencies managing relations with South Korea

Seoul | January 16, 2024 7:25:40 AM IST

North Korea has decided to abolish agencies managing relations with South Korea at a key parliamentary meeting, Yonhap News Agency reported, citing state media. ... read..

Houthis hit US-owned ship in missile attack in Red Sea: US Central Command

Washington, DC | January 16, 2024 6:23:16 AM IST

A Houthi anti-ship ballistic missile hit a US-owned and operated cargo ship on Monday, US Central Command announced in a statement, CNN reported. ... read..

"Big chance for Maharashtra": Eknath Shinde as he departs for Davos to attend World Economic Forum

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 16, 2024 6:23:10 AM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde arrived at Mumbai Airport on Monday to travel to Davos to attend the World Economic Forum. He stressed that Maharashtra will get a chance for branding and showcasing at the international level at the World Economic ... read..

Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection gets USD 45 million budget addition

Middle East | January 16, 2024 6:23:08 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection received a 165 million Shekel (USD 45 million) addition to its budget for 2024 for special projects. ... read..

Several explosions reported near US Consulate in Iraq's Erbil

Baghdad | January 16, 2024 5:22:41 AM IST

Several explosions were reported near the US Consulate in Iraq's Erbil, ABC News reported citing an Iraqi security source. ... read..

Israel takes more steps to encourage solar energy production

Middle East | January 16, 2024 4:23:03 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Electricity Authority approved the updating of energy production and storage tariffs in order to encourage the construction of solar production facilities with a capacity of 100-630 kilowatts. ... read..

Israel's ministry of transportation takes budget cut to aid war effort

Middle East | January 16, 2024 2:23:54 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], Januaey 16 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Transportation said that as part of the meeting to approve the 2024 state budget and in light of the ongoing war in Gaza, it agreed to cut its budget and pledged to finance the war and the reco ... read..

India, Iran discuss expanding bilateral and multilateral ties

Tehran | January 16, 2024 4:22:59 AM IST

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian hosted External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Tehran on Monday. The two leaders discussed expanding bilateral and multilateral ties within the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and BRICS. ... read..

Nepal: People in Nuwakot's Taruka organise annual 'Bull Fighting' or 'Goru Judhai'

Nuwakot | January 16, 2024 3:23:53 AM IST

The annual bullfighting festival in Taruka, Nepal is a long-standing tradition that takes place on the first day of Magh, the 10th month of the lunar calendar. ... read..

UK: People celebrate Lohri in London's West End

London | January 16, 2024 3:23:51 AM IST

The Lohri festival was celebrated for the first time in London's West End, hosted by the Punjab Restaurant in Covent Garden. ... read..

Jazz legends Hancock, Reeves celebrate life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr in Delhi

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | January 16, 2024 2:22:28 AM IST

Two iconic figures in the world of jazz, Herbie Hancock and Dianne Reeves, accompanied by the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz, performed a special concert and conducted a jazz session to celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr here on Mond ... read..

Jaishankar meets Iran President Ebrahim Raisi, conveys greetings of PM Modi

Tehran | January 15, 2024 10:53:11 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Iran President Dr Ebrahim Raisi and conveyed greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

Farsi to be one of India's nine classical languages: Jaishankar

Tehran | January 15, 2024 10:53:01 PM IST

In a significant move to deepen cultural ties, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar announced that the Government of India has decided to include Farsi (Persian) as one of the nine classical languages in India under the New Education Policy. ... read..

"Chabahar port, a joint project with India-Iran vision of connectivity": Jaishankar

Tehran | January 15, 2024 10:52:56 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday emphasized the crucial role played by the Chabahar port in strengthening connectivity and deepening the bilateral ties between India and Iran. ... read..

Jaishankar highlights "visible humanitarian crisis" in Middle East, stresses on "avoiding escalatory actions"

Tehran | January 15, 2024 9:53:12 PM IST

As the war in Gaza has crossed 100 days, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday underscored the urgency of addressing the "visible humanitarian crisis" in the Middle East while stressing the importance of "avoiding escalatory actions." ... read..

PM Modi, Putin agree to develop roadmap to strengthen India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership

New Delhi | January 15, 2024 8:53:41 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he had "good conversation" with Russian President Vladimir Putin and both leaders agreed to develop a roadmap for future initiatives to further strengthen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnershi ... read..

Nearly 40 pc of global employment could be disrupted by Artificial Intelligence: IMF

Asia | January 15, 2024 8:53:25 PM IST

A seismic shift in the global employment landscape is looming as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) issues a stark warning, suggesting that nearly 40 per cent of jobs worldwide could be disrupted by the proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI), CN ... read..

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum brings SMEs to interact with Trade Representative Katherine Tai

New Delhi | January 15, 2024 7:52:18 PM IST

To highlight the importance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the US-India partnership, the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) convened a roundtable with United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai. ... read..

Jagdeep Dhankhar set to inaugurate 12th General Assembly of Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace

New Delhi | January 15, 2024 6:54:09 PM IST

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar is scheduled to inaugurate on January 17, the 12th General Assembly of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP), a voluntary mass movement of Buddhists in Asia. ... read..

Mauritians to light 'Diya', recite Ramayana during Ayodhya Pran Pratishtha celebrations

By Sahil Pandey

New Delhi | January 15, 2024 6:53:43 PM IST

As the world anticipates the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, Haymandoyal Dillum, High Commissioner of Mauritius, revealed the grand plans for the Mauritian community to participate in the spiritual event. ... read..

'We will defeat Hamas': Israel's Defence Minister Yoav Gallant

General News | January 15, 2024 5:54:07 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defence Yoav Gallant held an operational situation assessment in the IDF's (Israel Defence Forces) Judea and Samaria Division, together with the Head of the IDF's Central Command Major General ... read..

India, Iran hold talks to establish "long-term cooperation framework" on Chabahar port

Tehran | January 15, 2024 5:53:36 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishakar on Monday met Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development and discussed on establishing a "long-term cooperation framework" for Chabahar port, a strategic maritime facility situated on the southereastern coast of ... read..

Brazilian Navy commissions second Scorpene-class submarine Humaita

Rio de Janeiro | January 15, 2024 4:54:23 PM IST

The Brazilian Navy commissioned the second of the four Scorpene submarines of the ProSub program, Humaita at the Itaguai Naval base in Rio de Janeiro. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Chamber obtains three ISO certificates

General News | January 15, 2024 4:54:03 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 15 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry has obtained three ISO certificates for its dedication to upholding the highest international standards and optimal global management practices in quality, environmental sus ... read..

'Inclusivity a key factor in our success; COP28 had to be a COP of action, COP for all': Sultan Al Jaber

Asia | January 15, 2024 4:53:59 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 15 (ANI/WAM): Dr Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and COP28 President, told the Emirates News Agency (WAM) that the UAE should be very proud of its role in achieving this truly historic outcome a ... read..

China suffers sharp rebuttal in Taiwanese election

Asia | January 15, 2024 4:53:18 PM IST

As much as it fumed and vented, China could not prevent Taiwanese citizens from heading to polls on January 13 to choose their new government and president, Lai Ching-te. ... read..

Taiwan detects 6 Chinese military aircraft, 4 naval vessels near island

Taipei | January 15, 2024 2:53:25 PM IST

Taiwan detected six Chinese military aircraft and four naval vessels around the nation between 6 am on January 14) and 6 am on January 15, Taiwan News reported on Monday citing the country's Ministry of National Defence (MND). ... read..

Pacific island nation Nauru moves to 'One-China principle', sever diplomatic ties with Taiwan

Yaren | January 15, 2024 2:52:58 PM IST

The island nation of Nauru, which is situated in the Pacific has announced severing ties with Taiwan, and will be moving to the "One-China Principle" now, a government release said. ... read..

Iceland volcano erupts, lava spews into evacuated fishing town

Reykjavik | January 15, 2024 1:52:26 PM IST

A volcano erupted in Southwest Iceland on Sunday, spewing lava into a fishing town nearby, setting the houses there on fire, CNN reported citing the authorities. ... read..

North Korea Foreign Minister leaves for Russia on official visit amid deepening ties between nations

Pyongyang | January 15, 2024 12:52:36 PM IST

As the two countries' military cooperation grows, North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui has left for an official visit to Moscow at her Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov's request, Yonhap News Agency reported quoting state media on Monday. ... read..

Pakistan forces allegedly detains teenager from Kech district of Balochistan

Balochistan | January 15, 2024 12:52:30 PM IST

A teenager from the Balochistan district of Kech is said to have been taken into custody by Pakistani soldiers and then sent to an undisclosed location, reported The Balochistan Post. ... read..

Pakistan: Four, including journalist injured in firing incidents in Karachi

Karachi | January 15, 2024 11:53:22 AM IST

Four people--including a local journalist --were wounded in separate gunfire incidents in Karachi on Sunday, ARY News reported. ... read..

After losing Taiwan presidential elections, Hou Yu-ih returns to mayoral duties in Taipei City

Taipei | January 15, 2024 11:52:51 AM IST

Hou Yu-ih returned to his role as mayor of New Taipei City on Sunday, after he lost the Taiwan presidential elections to Lai Ching-te, reported Taiwan News. ... read..

"United States and our partners have not given up": Joe Biden marks 100 days in captivity for Hamas hostages in Gaza

Washington, DC | January 15, 2024 9:52:22 AM IST

US President Joe Biden has vowed that his administration will continue with its efforts to free hostages seized by Hamas 100 days ago when the terrorist group attacked Israel. ... read..

Turkish police detain 99 Afghan refugees in Erzincan

Kabul | January 15, 2024 9:52:12 AM IST

Amid the expulsion and detention of Afghan refugees, 99 Afghan refugees have been detained from the city of 'Erzincan' in Turkey, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Don't hold it against him: Vivek Ramaswamy after Donald Trump calls his campaign 'deceitful'

Washington, DC | January 15, 2024 7:52:00 AM IST

Reacting to former US President Donald Trump's verbal attack, Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy said on Sunday (local time) that he is not assigning much weight to Trump's first criticism of his campaign, CNN reported. ... read..

Pak SC decision on PTI's electoral symbol should not be linked with level-playing field for polls: IPP patron-in-chief

Islamabad | January 15, 2024 7:51:58 AM IST

Reacting to the Supreme Court's verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) electoral symbol, Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) patron-in-chief Jahangir Tareen said the court's decision should not be linked with the level-playing field for the upcoming gene ... read..

North Korea claims to have fired solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile

Seoul | January 15, 2024 7:51:54 AM IST

North Korea on Monday said it successfully test-fired a solid-fuel intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) carrying a hypersonic warhead on Sunday, Yonhap News Agency reported. ... read..

Pak: Mahrang Baloch urges people to participate in protest rallies, pledge against oppression

Islamabad | January 15, 2024 6:51:54 AM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch on Sunday urged people of Khuzdar, Nal, Wadh, Grisha, Nag and Dhadar to participate in the protest rallies set to take place on Monday and pledge against the last trace of oppression. ... read..

Pakistan: Car of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's former minister set ablaze for violating Jirga's traditions

Islamabad | January 15, 2024 5:52:04 AM IST

A car of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's former Minister Iqbal Wazir was set ablaze for 'violating' Jirga's traditions, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

Chinese health authorities say COVID-19 infections may rebound in January

Beijing | January 15, 2024 4:52:36 AM IST

The number of patients received at fever clinics in medical institutions in China has witnessed a decline since New Year's Day. However, there is a possibility of a rebound in the COVID-19 infection epidemic in China in January, Chinese health authorities ... read..

Chinese officials say COVID-19 infections may rebound in country in January

Beijing | January 15, 2024 4:52:30 AM IST

Israel's foreign trade in goods decreased in 2023

Middle East | January 15, 2024 4:52:28 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) released the data on the country's foreign trade in goods for the year 2023. Both imports and exports decreased from 2022, which is understandable given the disruption of ... read..

Pak Election Commission directs political parties to ensure 'mandatory' women representation in polls

Islamabad | January 15, 2024 3:53:11 AM IST

Ahead of the general elections, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has directed political parties to ensure "mandatory" 5 per cent representation of women candidates on general seats, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

Israel cleans up massive burning illegal waste dumping site

Middle East | January 15, 2024 2:52:35 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection, together with several local authorities, in recent days extinguished and removed waste that was burned illegally at the illegal waste site Talor Charadi in the norther ... read..

Tanzania: 22 people die after landslide at mine in Simiyu's Bariadi

Dodoma | January 15, 2024 2:52:33 AM IST

As many as 22 people died after a devastating landslide at a mine in the Bariadi district in the Simiyu region of Tanzania, The Citizen reported. ... read..

Israel to install solar energy facilities on highways for first time

Middle East | January 15, 2024 2:52:31 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 15 (ANI/TPS): For the first time in Israel the Ministry of Transport and Finance embark on a project to install solar and energy storage systems to produce green electricity along a highway. This will be done on Israel's Highway ... read..

Only PPP and PML-N remain in electoral arena: Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari

Islamabad | January 15, 2024 1:53:16 AM IST

Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Sunday said that only two political parties--the PPP and the Pakistan Muslim League - Nawaz (PML-N) remained in the electoral arena, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

At least five people die trying to cross English Channel

Paris | January 15, 2024 1:53:05 AM IST

At least five people died in icy waters off a beach in northern France early Sunday (local time) as they tried to cross the English Channel to travel to Britain, The New York Times reported. ... read..

MK Stalin writes to EAM Jaishankar, requests to secure 'immediate release' of 12 fishermen detained by Sri Lanka

New Delhi | January 14, 2024 11:54:17 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged External Affairs Minister S Jaishnkar to work for the 'immediate release' of 12 fishermen who were detained by Sri Lanka while fishing near the island nation. ... read..

Gaza civilians call for Israel to overthrow Hamas

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:54:13 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Palestinian civilians living in Gaza who have been in contact with the Israeli military are piling scorn on Hamas and encouraging the Israeli military to remove the terror group from power, in audio recordings rele ... read..

Suicide bomber targets governor's office in Afghanistan's Nimroz

Kabul | January 14, 2024 11:54:05 PM IST

A suicide bomber targeted the office of the governor in Nimroz province in Afghanistan on Sunday, as reported by Khaama Press. ... read..

UAE: Latifa bint Mohammed visits 3rd edition of 'Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert' festival

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:54:03 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council, visited the third edition of the 'Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert' f ... read..

UAE participates in Arab housing ministerial forum in Libya

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:53:59 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): The UAE participated in the 40th session of the Arab Ministerial Forum for Housing and Urban Development (AMFHUD) in Tripoli, Libya. ... read..

Denmark's King Frederik X takes throne after Queen Margrethe II's abdication

Copenhagen | January 14, 2024 11:53:55 PM IST

In a historic moment for Denmark, King Frederik X has ascended the throne following the surprising abdication of his mother, Queen Margrethe II, CNN reported. ... read..

"Don't waste your vote": Donald Trump attacks Ramaswamy, who says "won't criticise in response"

Washington DC | January 14, 2024 11:53:53 PM IST

In a sharp twist in the US presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump launched an attack on party candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, calling his campaign "deceitful" and urging his supporters not to "waste" their vote on him. ... read..

UAE: Jawaher Al Qasimi visits Cairo's National Cancer Institute Hospital

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:53:33 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of the Ruler of Sharjah and Chairperson of UAE-based global non-profit The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), conducted a comprehensive tour of the Southern Hospital within the N ... read..

Argentine president to visit Israel next month

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:53:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Argentine President Javier Milei will visit Israel in February, becoming the first Latin American leader to come to the Jewish state since the war against Hamas in Gaza began. ... read..

Israeli soldier killed, large stockpile of weapons captured in Khan Yunis

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:53:25 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that forces from its Kfir Infantry Brigade are currently fighting in the area of the city of Khan Yunis in the south of the Gaza Strip and are expanding their operations the ... read..

UAE: DEWA commissions 1,414 distribution substations of 11 kV in 2023

Middle East | January 14, 2024 11:53:18 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said that DEWA commissioned 1,414 distribution substations of 11kV across Dubai in 2023. The construction of the substations and relate ... read..

"Visits by PM Modi, CM Yogi 'recharged' Janakpur", says Nepal leader Ram Ashish Yadav

Janakpur | January 14, 2024 11:53:12 PM IST

Nepal holds a special cultural relationship with India over its age-long history and the people in Janakpur are very enthusiastic for the Pran Pratishtha at Ram Mandir in Ayodhya on January 22, Ram Ashish Yadav, the leader of Nepal's People's Socialist Pa ... read..

Diplomats from Africa, Asia discover that Assam's Karbi Anglong has 'home-like cultural traits'

Karbi Anglong (Assam) | January 14, 2024 11:53:06 PM IST

Diplomats from African and Asian countries have discovered cultural traits in Assam's Karbi Anglong that are similar to those of communities back home. ... read..

Residents of Iceland town ordered to evacuate again as new volcanic fissures pose threat

Reykjavik | January 14, 2024 11:53:04 PM IST

Residents of the Icelandic fishing town of Grindavik are facing a second evacuation as new volcanic fissures have opened nearby, prompting the National Commissioner of Police to issue an evacuation order, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Third resolution seeking delay in polls due to "bad weather" submitted in Senate

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 10:54:06 PM IST

Ahead of upcoming general elections in Pakistan, a third resolution seeking a delay in the February 8 polls landed in the Senate on Sunday, citing the weather and the security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

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