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Nepal PM reiterates 'One China Policy' after recent Taiwan polls

Kathmandu | January 14, 2024 10:53:52 PM IST

Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal stressed on adherence to the 'One China Policy' after the recent elections in Taiwan. ... read..

Israel: Two terrorists killed after breaking through roadblock

Middle East | January 14, 2024 10:53:45 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) confirmed that two terrorists were killed during an attempted terror attack that occurred Sunday in Metzad, a town in the Gush Etzion bloc, near Bethlehem. ... read..

Tens of thousands rally for release of hostages in Tel Aviv

Middle East | January 14, 2024 10:53:39 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Tens of thousands of Israelis poured into "Hostage Square" in Tel Aviv on Saturday evening to join the families of those held captive by Hamas in Gaza for a 24-hour vigil to mark 100 days since they were abducted a ... read..

"State-Sponsored Death Squad" members hold armed pro-Pakistan rally in Turbat

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 10:53:33 PM IST

As Baloch protesters continued their sit-ins and protests for over 50 days, an armed rally took place on Saturday featuring masked individuals driving unregistered vehicles and brandishing weapons, Balochistan Post reported. ... read..

"Crossed USD 200 billion in trade": USISPF President points to "very strong" India-US relationship

New Delhi | January 14, 2024 9:53:55 PM IST

Highlighting the robust nature of the India-US relationship, Mukesh Aghi, President and CEO of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF), underscored that trade between the two nations has exceeded USD 200 billion. ... read..

India, Maldives agree to "fast-track withdrawal of Indian military personnel": Maldives Foreign Ministry

Male | January 14, 2024 9:53:44 PM IST

India and Maldives have "agreed to fast-track the withdrawal of Indian military personnel" from the island nation, according to Maldives' Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ... read..

"Teapot, shoe, bottle": Symbols allotted to candidates of Imran Khan's party after being snubbed of 'bat'

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 9:53:25 PM IST

As Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) stands deprived of its iconic 'bat' symbol after the Peshawar High Court order, the party candidates are being allotted other symbols by the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP), ARY News reported. ... read..

"From Times Square...to San Francisco": Dozen events across US to celebrate Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ram Temple

New Delhi | January 14, 2024 8:53:36 PM IST

As anticipation grows for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ram lalla at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, the excitement has transcended borders, with almost a dozen events planned across the United States to celebrate the historic occasion. ... read..

"Win-win for everybody": USISPF CEO on prospects of Tesla production in India

New Delhi | January 14, 2024 8:53:26 PM IST

Tesla production coming into India would be a 'win-win' situation for both parties, as it would provide the company with the opportunity to leverage 1.4 billion people and will create an ecosystem of chip manufacturing in the country, Mukesh Aghi, the Pre ... read..

India, Maldives discuss finding "mutually workable solution" to continue Indian aviation platforms: MEA

Male | January 14, 2024 8:53:24 PM IST

India and the Maldives discussed finding a "mutually workable solution" to continue the operation of Indian aviation platforms that provide humanitarian and medical evacuation services to the people of the Maldives, the Ministry of External Affairs said o ... read..

India's economic success good for American companies, says USISPF chief Mukesh Aghi

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | January 14, 2024 8:53:18 PM IST

The growing economic strength of India has a positive impact on the US which sees this (Indian economic growth) as a 'success' that is good for American companies, says president and CEO of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Mukesh Aghi on ... read..

October 7 attack: Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar to resign after war with Hamas over 'intelligence failure'

Tel Aviv | January 14, 2024 8:53:14 PM IST

Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar will be resigning from his position at the end of the war in Gaza over the 'intelligence failures' ahead of the deadly Hamas onslaught on October 7, Times of Israel reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Egg prices soar to 400 PKR per dozen in Lahore

Lahore | January 14, 2024 8:53:12 PM IST

The price of eggs in Pakistan has soared to 400 Pakistani Rupees (PKR) per dozen in Punjab's provincial capital of Lahore, ARY News reported, citing market sources on Sunday. ... read..

"Nobody will stop us": Netanyahu reaffirms unyielding stance against Hamas on 100th day of war

Tel Aviv | January 14, 2024 7:52:00 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared an unwavering commitment to dismantling Hamas, asserting that "nobody will stop us" as the conflict between Israel and the terror group reached its 100th day, CNN reported. ... read..

'Arrests at PTM meeting hall in Pakistan's Bannu are continuation of state oppression of Pashtuns': Baloch activist

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 6:53:06 PM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch on Sunday condemned the attack and arrests at the Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) meeting hall in Bannu, Pakistan, stressing that these incidents mark the continuation of decades of state oppression of Pashtuns. Baloch furthe ... read..

Five officers, including SHO, suspended for raid at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman Gohar Ali Khan's house

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 6:53:00 PM IST

The Islamabad Police on Sunday said that five officers have been suspended following a preliminary inquiry into Friday's raid at the residence of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan, Dawn reported. ... read..

Maldives President Muizzu asks Indian government to withdraw troops by March 15

Male | January 14, 2024 6:52:56 PM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has asked the Indian government to withdraw the Indian troops from the island nation before March 15, Maldives-based Adhadhu newspaper reported on Sunday. ... read..

Officials from India, Maldives hold meeting in Male amid diplomatic row

Male | January 14, 2024 5:52:36 PM IST

Officials from the Indian High Commission in the Maldives met with officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Male, Maldives, local media reported on Sunday. ... read..

Tel Aviv: 24-hour mass rally demands release of hostages held in Gaza for 100 days

Tel Aviv | January 14, 2024 5:52:32 PM IST

An estimated 1,20,000 people gathered at Tel Aviv's "Hostage Square" to mark the 100th day since about 240 individuals were kidnapped and taken into Gaza during Hamas' October 7 terror onslaught, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Sub-Committee holds meeting on trade, transit and cooperation in Kathmandu

Kathmandu | January 14, 2024 4:53:12 PM IST

The India-Nepal Inter-Governmental Sub-Committee (IGSC) on Trade, Transit and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorised Trade convened its latest session in Kathmandu. The session took place on January 12-13, an official press release from the Indian Embassy in ... read..

India gifts buses, ambulances, tractors, assorted flags to Uganda ahead of NAM summit

Kampala | January 14, 2024 3:52:29 PM IST

In a warm gesture, India has gifted 10 executive buses, 5 ambulances, 10 tractors and 2664 flags/flag poles to Uganda ahead of the NAM (Non-aligned Movement) contact group summit, which will take place in Kampala this month. ... read..

Bodh Gaya Marathon creates 'remarkable' blend of spirituality, physical endurance

Gaya (Bihar) | January 14, 2024 3:52:27 PM IST

In a historic collaboration, the International Buddhist Confederation teamed up with the Bodh Gaya Marathon Committee to organise a marathon in Bihar's Bodh Gaya on Sunday. ... read..

Religious scholars, tribal elders call for reopening of schools for Afghan girls

Kabul | January 14, 2024 3:52:25 PM IST

The Taliban has been called upon by religious scholars and tribal leaders to open the country's institutions and universities to women right away, as their basic right to attain education continues to remain compromised, TOLOnews reported. ... read..

Israel reveals major Hamas terror operation in Europe

Middle East | January 14, 2024 3:52:19 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Hamas is working to advance terror attacks against targets in the Middle East, Africa and Europe, Israeli security authorities said on Saturday night. ... read..

Israel quietly transitions to phase 3 in war against Hamas

Middle East | January 14, 2024 3:52:15 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): Without fanfare, the Israel Defense Forces is transitioning from phase 2 in the war against Hamas--the high-intensity stage of surging ground forces throughout Gaza--to phase 3, involving far more targeted operatio ... read..

Gaza offensive continues as Israel marks 100th day of hostages in captivity

Middle East | January 14, 2024 3:52:13 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 14 (ANI/TPS): As Israelis prepared to mark 100 days of captivity for the hostages abducted by Hamas on Sunday, the Israel Defence Forces said soldiers destroyed launch pits used by Hamas to fire rockets at Israel. ... read..

Islamabad IGP visits Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Gohar Ali Khan's house on Chief Justice's order

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 2:52:21 PM IST

Following a "raid" at Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan's home, Islamabad Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr Akbar Nasir Khan has arrived at the latter's residence per the Chief Justice of Pakistan's (CJP) directive on Saturday, ... read..

N Korea launched ballistic missile towards East Sea, says South Korea military

Seoul | January 14, 2024 1:52:19 PM IST

In its first missile launch of the year, North Korea fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea on Sunday, according to the South Korean military, Yonhap News Agency reported. ... read..

Pakistan: 3 passengers test positive for JN.1 Covid-19 variant at Karachi airport

Karachi | January 14, 2024 12:52:31 PM IST

Three travellers who landed at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi tested positive for JN.1 sub-variant of coronavirus, ARY News reported on Sunday. ... read..

Pakistan polls 2024: PML-N leader Raja Riaz withdraws nomination papers

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 11:52:21 AM IST

Ahead of the upcoming general elections, Raja Riaz, the leader of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), withdrew his candidature papers on Saturday, ARY News reported. ... read..

Voters in Male say no to President Muizzu's party, elect opposition mayor

Male | January 14, 2024 10:52:49 AM IST

As Maldives President Mohammad Muizzu returned from his first foreign visit to China he was in for a rude shock when his party had to concede defeat in the prestigious Mayoral elections in the city of Male. ... read..

US: Over 150 cars parked strategically in 'Ram' formation hold dazzling light show in Maryland

Maryland | January 14, 2024 7:53:04 AM IST

Amid the euphoria and growing anticipation in India around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, later this month, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) of America organised an Epic Tesla Musical light show in Maryland state. ... read..

Canada plans cap on international students amid housing crisis

Ottawa | January 14, 2024 6:52:08 AM IST

Amid the growing unemployment and housing crisis in Canada, Immigration Minister Marc Miller on Saturday said in the next few months, he will be looking at the possibility of putting a cap on the number of international students living in the country, CTV ... read..

Brand Dubai partners with Dubai Culture to spotlight culinary innovations of homegrown businesses

Asia | January 14, 2024 6:52:04 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), has partnered with the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), to showcase the unique culinary creations of homegrown businesses fro ... read..

Mohammed bin Rashid attends wedding reception

Asia | January 14, 2024 6:52:02 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 14 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today attended a reception held by Sultan bin Ali bin Sultan Al Sabousi, on the occasion of the wedding of his son, Ali, to the da ... read..

US climate envoy John Kerry plans to resign shortly, likely to join Biden campaign

Washington, DC | January 14, 2024 5:51:50 AM IST

US climate envoy John Kerry is planning to step down from his post by this spring after serving in the position for three years at the helm of US climate diplomacy under the Biden administration, CNN reported citing a source close to Kerry on Saturday. ... read..

US: Car rally organised by Hindus in New Jersey ahead of Ram Temple opening in Ayodhya

New Jersey | January 14, 2024 5:51:48 AM IST

Amid the growing public anticipation in India around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, later this month, Indians in the United States organised a car rally in Edison, New Jersey. ... read..

Ram Temple opening: From Makar Sankranti, shrines in Mauritius to organise chanting of Ramayana verses

Petit Raffray | January 14, 2024 5:51:46 AM IST

Day after the Mauritian cabinet announced a mandatory 2-hour break for Hindus working in public offices to enable them to attend local events being organised ahead of the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, it has now been learnt that t ... read..

Pakistan: Five soldiers killed in IED blast, three terrorists gunned down in retaliatory fire in Balochistan

Balochistan | January 14, 2024 3:52:19 AM IST

At least five Pakistani soldiers were killed after a security vehicle was blown up by an improvised explosive device (IED) by terrorists in Balochistan's Kech district, ARY News reported quoting Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) on Saturday. ... read..

"Fact that there is only one China...": Beijing opens up on Taiwan poll results

Beijing | January 14, 2024 3:52:15 AM IST

In its first official reaction to the Presidential elections in neighbouring Taiwan, the Chinese Foreign Ministry reiterated its claim on the breakaway territory as part of its own, saying that any changes in the island nation would not change the status ... read..

Pak: After SC revokes order reinstating symbol, leaders of Imran's party to contest polls independently

Islamabad | January 14, 2024 3:52:13 AM IST

After Pakistan's Supreme Court revoked the Peshawar High Court (PHC) order reinstating 'bat' as the electoral symbol of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), the party announced that its candidates would contest elections independently, ARY News reported on ... read..

"Determined to safeguard Taiwan from Chinese threats": President-elect Lai Ching-te

Taipei | January 14, 2024 2:53:56 AM IST

Listing out his priorities after being elected Taiwan's new supreme leader, President-elect Lai Ching-te on Saturday said he will work to protect his country from continuing threats and intimidation from China, adding that 'China can recognise' the situat ... read..

US congratulates Taiwanese president-elect Lai Ching-te, affirms support for maintaining cross-Strait peace

Washington, DC | January 14, 2024 1:53:07 AM IST

The US congratulated Taiwanese President-elect Lai Ching-te on his victory in Saturday's elections, vowing to cooperate and work closely with the island nation. ... read..

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern ties knot with long-time partner in private ceremony

Wellington | January 13, 2024 11:57:51 PM IST

New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern married her longtime partner Clarke Gayford in a private ceremony on Saturday, CNN reported. ... read..

"Politics is politics, can't guarantee every country will support us": Jaishankar on India-Maldives row

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 11:57:43 PM IST

While shedding light on the India-Maldives row, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday asserted that "politics is politics" and it can't be guaranteed that every country will support or agree with India everytime. ... read..

UAE: DEWA recorded 12.5 million digital transactions in 2023

Middle East | January 13, 2024 11:57:23 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) announced that its customers conducted around 12.5 million digital transactions in 2023, compared to around 10 million digital transactions in 2022, an increase of about 2 ... read..

Molasses makers in Nepal under pressure due to short preparation window with arrival of 'Maghe Sankranti'

Kathmandu | January 13, 2024 11:57:21 PM IST

Restless hands, boiling lumps of sugar, and its aroma always linger in the air around the ancient city of Tokha these days, as it has been the sole supplier of the molasses locally called "Chaku" for years. ... read..

"We may be small, but that doesn't give you license to bully us": Mohamed Muizzu after China visit

Male | January 13, 2024 11:57:19 PM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu said that the country might be small, but it does not give anyone the licence to "bully" them, Maldives-based newspaper SunOnline International reported. ... read..

Israel: 2,650 wanted terrorists captured

Middle East | January 13, 2024 11:57:17 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 13 (ANI/TPS): Since the start of the war in Gaza, more than 2,650 wanted terrorists have been arrested throughout Judea and Samaria and the Jordan and Valley areas, approximately 1,300 of whom are associated with the terrorist o ... read..

Abu Dhabi real estate maintains momentum as transactions hit AED 1.9 billion in early 2024

Middle East | January 13, 2024 11:57:13 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): Real estate transactions in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi amounted to approximately AED 1.9 billion in the first two weeks of 2024, comprising 348 transactions of sales and mortgages on various types of real estate units. ... read..

Brazilian police team to participate in UAE SWAT Challenge 2024

Middle East | January 13, 2024 11:57:07 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): The Comando de Operacoes Taticas (COT), the tactical unit of the Federal Police of Brazil, confirmed its readiness to participate in the UAE SWAT Challenge 2024. ... read..

Maldives: Adam Azim from Maldivian Democratic Party wins Male mayoral by-election

Male | January 13, 2024 11:56:54 PM IST

The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) candidate Adam Azim on Saturday triumphed as Mayor of Maldives capital, Male and defeated Azima Shakoor from the ruling People's National Congress (PNC). ... read..

"Right now we are having tensions in the Red Sea...": EAM Jaishankar

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 11:00:43 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India should take pride in the fact that a significant number of Indians are employed in various businesses globally, including the shipping business. ... read..

IAF Chief VR Chaudhari thanks Ministry for ending 'long-pending' mystery of missing Air Force plane

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 11:00:37 PM IST

Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, the Chief of Indian Air Force thanked the Ministry of Oceans and Earth Sciences for ending the long mystery behind the accident of Indian Air Force An-32 aircraft that went missing over the Bay of Bengal in 2016. ... read..

Jaishankar to embark on a two-day visit to Iran from Sunday

New Delhi | January 13, 2024 11:00:30 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a visit to Iran on January 14 as part of the ongoing high-level exchanges between the two sides. ... read..

Dubai Smart Police Stations experience impressive surge in transaction numbers over past year

Middle East | January 13, 2024 11:00:25 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's Smart Police Stations (SPS) recorded a 13 per cent increase in the number of transactions submitted by citizens, residents, and visitors last year compared to the year before. ... read..

Pakistan: PML-N's Rana Mahmood ul Hassan joins PPP ahead of elections

Islamabad | January 13, 2024 9:52:45 PM IST

Pakistan Senator Rana Mahmood ul Hassan and former provincial minister Chaudhry Abdul Waheed Arain on Saturday announced joining the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), ARY News reported. ... read..

Russia fires barrage of 40 missiles, drones on Ukraine, alleges Kyiv

Kyiv | January 13, 2024 9:52:28 PM IST

A barrage of 40 missiles and drones were unleashed upon Ukraine by Russia overnight on Saturday, in the fourth such attack since December 29, CNN reported. ... read..

Taiwan tracks 8 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval ships on election day

Taipei City | January 13, 2024 8:52:43 PM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) has tracked eight Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels around Taiwan between 6 am on Friday and the same time on Saturday, the date for the presidential election, Taiwan News reported. ... read..

Police officer shot dead in firing incident near Pakistan's Makran Road

Quetta | January 13, 2024 8:52:39 PM IST

A police officer was shot dead in a firing incident near Pakistan's Makran Road in Quetta, ARY News reported on Saturday. ... read..

'Should not expect normal relations without solution on border': Jaishankar's stern message to China

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 8:52:21 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that he has told his Chinese counterpart that unless they find a solution on the border, they should not expect the relations between the two countries to be normal. ... read..

Pakistan: PTI Chairman Gohar Khan alleges attack on family by masked men

Islamabad | January 13, 2024 8:52:16 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) Chairman Gohar Ali Khan alleged that some masked men broke into his house and attacked his son and nephew while he was present at the hearing regarding his party's electoral symbol at the Supreme Court, Dawn reported. ... read..

Taiwan: DPP candidate Lai Ching-te wins presidential polls amid escalating tensions with China

Taipei | January 13, 2024 7:52:31 PM IST

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te has won the much-anticipated Taiwanese presidential polls and is set to be the next President amid concerns of escalating tensions with China, Taiwan News reported. ... read..

"World does not give things easily, somtimes...": EAM Jaishankar on India's permanent UNSC membership

New Delhi | January 13, 2024 7:52:12 PM IST

Emphasising on growing global support for India's permanent membership at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that sometimes things are not given generously and one has to seize it. ... read..

Pakistan: LHC dismisses petition against Nawaz Sharif's nomination papers

Lahore | January 13, 2024 7:52:10 PM IST

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Saturday dismissed a petition against rejection of an appeal against approval of Nawaz Sharif's nomination papers from NA-130, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar visits Smriti Mandir in Nagpur, pays tribute to RSS founder KB Hedgewar

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 6:52:13 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday visited Smriti Mandir in Nagpur and paid tributes to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) founder Dr KB Hedgewar. ... read..

"No major issue in world is decided without some consultation with India": Jaishankar

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | January 13, 2024 6:52:09 PM IST

Stating that no major issue in the world is decided without New Delhi's consultation, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that India has changed and so has the world's view of it. ... read..

India registers 'strong protest' against visit by British envoy to PoK, calls it "infringement of sovereignty"

New Delhi | January 13, 2024 5:52:06 PM IST

Terming the visit by the British High Commissioner in Islamabad, Jane Marriott, to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) as "highly objectionable", India has registered a 'strong protest' with the British High Commissioner in India. ... read..

Islamabad HC gives Februray 13 deadline to federal government to recover missing Baloch students

Islamabad | January 13, 2024 5:51:54 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Saturday announced a deadline of February 13 for the federal government to recover missing Baloch students, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Second edition of 'Rising Stars Arabia' begins in Abu Dhabi

Middle East | January 13, 2024 4:52:25 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): The "Rising Star Arabia: The Revolution", which is latest version of The Rising Stars Arabia (RSA) series, began on Saturday, at Yas Links Golf Course in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

Baloch Yakjahti Committee launches campaign to garner global support against enforced disappearances

Balochistan | January 13, 2024 4:52:17 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has started a social media campaign #IStandWithBalochMarch to increase support for their movement throughout the world against enforced disappearances of the Baloch people. ... read..

US: Gunman in Buffalo supermarket mass shooting who killed at least 10 to face death penalty

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 3:52:06 PM IST

The 20-year-old man who killed 10 Black people in a live-streamed supermarket rampage in New York State, will face the death penalty from federal prosecutors in the United States, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

ADQ, ADNEC Group sign definitive agreements over hospitality business in Egypt

General News | January 13, 2024 3:51:57 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, and ADNEC Group today announced the signing of definitive agreements for the strategic acquisition of a 40.5 per cent stake in Egypt-based Talaat Moustafa Group Hol ... read..

Egypt denies suspending navigation through Suez Canal

General News | January 13, 2024 3:51:52 PM IST

Cairo [Egypt], January 13 (ANI/WAM): Lieutenant General Osama Rabie, Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, stated that navigation movement in the canal is regular from both directions. He denied allegations of any temporary suspension of navigation due to ... read..

Indian tourists in Maldives upbeat for Lakshadweep's footfall surge after PM Modi's visit

By Ayushi Agarwal

Male | January 13, 2024 2:52:27 PM IST

Maldives is facing a boycott from Indian tourists, one of its biggest sources of tourism income, after three of its officials made derogatory remarks against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India after his recent visit to Lakshadweep. ... read..

Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen casts vote, urges voters to turn out and decide for nation

Taipei | January 13, 2024 1:54:15 PM IST

Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen urged people to cast their ballots as she cast her own on Saturday morning in New Taipei City, Channel News Asia reported. ... read..

Former US President Donald Trump vows to travel to Iowa "one way or the other" despite weather concerns

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 1:53:56 PM IST

The former president of the United States, Donald Trump on Friday vowed that he would travel to Iowa, the state hosting the first-ever caucus, "one way or the other," even in the face of weather worries that would have an impact on the contest's attendanc ... read..

Nepal: 12 killed, including 2 Indians, in bus accident in Dang district

Kathmandu | January 13, 2024 12:58:32 PM IST

At least 12 people have been confirmed dead, including two Indian nationals, in a road accident in the Dang District of mid-western Nepal, the police confirmed. ... read..

Newly-formed Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party announces candidates for national, Punjab assembly seats

Islamabad | January 13, 2024 11:52:15 AM IST

Following a seat adjustment with Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N), the recently established Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), which will run in its debut election, has announced its candidates for the national and Punjab assembly seats, ARY News report ... read..

As Taiwan heads to polls, countries three presidential candidates cast their ballots

Taipei | January 13, 2024 10:51:52 AM IST

As Taiwanese prepare to cast their votes to determine the fate of their country, the three presidential contenders for Taiwan in the 2024 general election cast their ballots early on Saturday, according to Taiwan News. ... read..

Day after hitting nearly 30 Houthi locations, US carries out fresh strikes in Yemen

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 9:57:39 AM IST

In response to escalating attacks by Houthi rebels on commercial vessels, the United States carried out fresh strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, according to a US official, as reported by CNN. ... read..

Increase in road, rail traffic seen as Taiwanese return home to vote

Taipei | January 13, 2024 9:57:27 AM IST

As polls open in Taiwan to elect its new president, an upsurge in rail and road traffic was evidently seen on Friday as Taiwanese returned home to cast their ballots for its presidential and legislative elections, reported Taiwan News. ... read..

Polling begins in Taiwan, over 19 million voters to elect President, VP as world watches

Taipei | January 13, 2024 6:52:25 AM IST

Polling to elect the next President and the running mate began in Taiwan on Saturday, with over nineteen million people, of which one million are first-time voters, registered to cast their ballots across almost 18,000 polling stations in the island count ... read..

Second edition of 'Rising Stars Arabia' to begin today in Abu Dhabi

Asia | January 13, 2024 6:52:21 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): The "Rising Star Arabia: The Revolution", which is latest version of The Rising Stars Arabia (RSA) series, will kick off tomorrow, Saturday, at Yas Links Golf Course in Abu Dhabi. ... read..

Ahead of January 22 opening, 40 giants billboards displaying Ram Mandir go up across 10 US states

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 6:52:19 AM IST

Amid ongoing events and celebrations across the globe ahead of the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22, giant billboards of Lord Ram and the majestic shrine in the temple town of Uttar Pradesh have gone up in more than 10 ... read..

Indonesian President receives Secretary-General of Muslim Council of Elders

Asia | January 13, 2024 6:52:17 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): Joko Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, has received the Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, to discuss enhancing cooperation and the crucial role of the Muslim na ... read..

UAE: 19th edition of SteelFab 2024 concludes activities

Asia | January 13, 2024 6:52:16 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 13 (ANI/WAM): On Thursday evening, Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS) wrapped up the 19th edition of SteelFab, organised by ECS with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. ... read..

Ahead of January 22 opening, 40 giant billboards displaying Ram Mandir go up across 10 US states

By Reena Bhardwaj

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 7:52:42 AM IST

8 people killed, 8 more missing in China coal mine accident, rescue ops underway

Henan | January 13, 2024 5:52:27 AM IST

At least eight people were killed and another eight missing after an accident took place in a coal mine in the Chinese city of Pingdingshan in Henan province, Xinhua reported citing local authorities on Friday. ... read..

US President says Defence Secy Austin lapsed by not informing him of his hospitalisation

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 4:52:50 AM IST

US President Joe Biden on Friday said Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin lapsed in his judgment by not informing him of his hospitalisation, The Hill reported on Friday. ... read..

Pak security forces gun down two terrorists in North Waziristan

Waziristan | January 13, 2024 4:52:48 AM IST

The Pakistan security forces shot two terrorists dead in an intelligence-based operation in North Waziristan on Friday, ARY News reported quoting the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). ... read..

Chinese exports dip 4.6 pc after seven years amid economic crisis

Beijing | January 13, 2024 4:52:46 AM IST

Amid the economic crisis, Chinese exports saw a downfall for the first time since 2016 after global demand for Chinese-made goods slowed in 2023, CNN reported citing the Customs data released on Friday. ... read..

Pakistan: Two 'suicide bombers' held over plot to kill JUI-F chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | January 13, 2024 4:52:40 AM IST

Amid attempts on the lives of Pakistani leaders ahead of the upcoming general elections, the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) arrested two 'suicide-bombers' planning to target the Jamiat- Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fazlu ... read..

US sanctions Hong Kong, UAE firms over 'financial support' to Houthi rebels

Washington, DC | January 13, 2024 3:51:58 AM IST

Amid concerns over the attacks by armed Houthi rebels on merchant vessels in Red Sea, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the US Treasury Department on Friday sanctioned two shiiping companies based in Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates for ... read..

More than 2000 flights cancelled, 2400 delayed after powerful storm hits US

Chicago | January 13, 2024 3:51:54 AM IST

Hundreds of passengers were stranded at US airports following a flurry of flight delays and cancellations in the Midwest and South after a winter storm hit the country, CNN reported on Friday. ... read..

Ram Temple opening in Ayodhya: Mauritian govt approves special break on Jan 22 for celebrations

Port Louis | January 13, 2024 3:51:52 AM IST

Amid the growing public anticipation in India around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, later this month, the Mauritian government announced the grant of two hours of special break for practising Hindu public officers on January 22 t ... read..

UAE: SteelFab 2024 concludes its activities

Middle East | January 12, 2024 11:52:04 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 12 (ANI/WAM): Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS) wrapped up the 19th edition of SteelFab on Thursday evening, organised by ECS with support from the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. ... read..

Taiwanese voters to choose their new leader tomorrow under Chinese threats

Taipei | January 12, 2024 11:51:58 PM IST

World is keenly watching Taiwan as its citizens prepare to vote for a new President and Parliament amidst escalating tensions with China. ... read..

Israel condemns efforts to "pervert meaning of term genocide" by South Africa, in concluding remarks at ICJ

The Hague | January 12, 2024 11:51:52 PM IST

Israel vehemently refuted accusations of genocide leveled by South Africa during a two-day hearing at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). In concluding remarks, Gilad Noam, representing Israel, accused South Africa of attempting to "pervert the mean ... read..

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