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PM Modi holds bilateral meeting with Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta in Gujarat

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | January 9, 2024 11:51:35 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a bilateral meeting with Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta in Gujarat's Mahatma Mandir. PM Modi shook hands with the Nobel Peace Laureate and the two leaders warmly greeted each other. ... read..

Maldives tourism body condemns derogatory comments against PM Modi, calls India 'closest neighbour'

Male | January 9, 2024 10:50:54 AM IST

Amid the ongoing spat between the Maldives and India, the Maldives Association of Tourism Industry (MATI) has strongly condemned derogatory remarks made by officials in the tourism-dependent country against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of I ... read..

US categorises China, Pakistan as 'Countries of Particular Concern' over violation of religious freedom

Washington, DC | January 9, 2024 10:50:52 AM IST

The US has designated China, North Korea, Pakistan, Cuba, Eritrea, Iran, Nicaragua, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Myanmar as 'Countries of Particular Concern for having engaged in or tolerated particularly severe violations ... read..

13 Indian fishermen repatriated from Sri Lanka to Chennai

Colombo | January 9, 2024 10:50:44 AM IST

As many as 13 Indian fishermen were repatriated from Sri Lanka to Chennai on Tuesday, the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka said in a statement. ... read..

US: Vehicle crashes into gate of White House, driver taken into custody

Washington, DC | January 9, 2024 9:50:39 AM IST

A driver crashed into an exterior gate at the White House on Monday night, the New York Post reported, citing officials. ... read..

Bhutan votes today as economic crisis hits 'national happiness'

Thimphu | January 9, 2024 7:50:22 AM IST

Bhutan is conducting general elections on Tuesday amid significant economic challenges, raising questions about the country's longstanding commitment to prioritize "Gross National Happiness" over economic growth, as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..

UAE: Mohammed bin Rashid honours six winners of inaugural 'Great Arab Minds' Awards

Abu Dhabi | January 9, 2024 7:50:16 AM IST

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today honoured the six winners of the inaugural edition of the 'Great Arab Minds' Awards during a ceremony held at the Museum of the Future in Dubai. ... read..

Observers from India's election commission applaud peaceful general election in Bangladesh

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 7:50:10 AM IST

A three-member delegation from the Election Commission of India on Monday applauded Bangladesh's top electoral body for its meticulous planning and the peaceful conduct of the just-concluded polls. ... read..

China detains UK's MI6 spy for collecting intelligence, identifying potential assets

Beijing | January 9, 2024 7:50:08 AM IST

China has detained a foreign national who was the head of an overseas consulting firm for allegedly spying on behalf of the United Kingdom, as reported by CNN. ... read..

Israel takes control of massive weapons complex below densely populated Gaza area

Middle East | January 9, 2024 7:50:06 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 9 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers took control of Hamas's Bureij Battalion headquarters which included a massive underground weapons manufacturing facility--the largest such site found since the beginning of the war, the Israel Defe ... read..

US says Bangladesh elections "not free or fair"; regrets that not all parties participated

Washington, DC | January 9, 2024 6:52:03 AM IST

The United States shared its view on the Bangladesh general elections held on Sunday, emphasising that these "elections were not free and fair" while expressing concerns over the arrests of thousands of political opposition members. ... read..

Sharjah Ruler witnesses launch of Sharjah Arabic Poetry Festival

Abu Dhabi | January 9, 2024 6:51:58 AM IST

Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, witnessed, on Monday, at the Cultural Palace, the launch of the activities of the 20th edition of the Sharjah Arabic Poetry Festival, organised by the Department of Culture ... read..

India, China hope to effectively manage differences and sensitive issues

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 5:51:41 AM IST

Underscoring the challenges in China-India relations, both nations expressed hoped to effectively manage differences and sensitive issues during the 28th Meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination (WMCC) on China-India Border Affai ... read..

Maldivian MP Mickail Naseem urges Parliament to summon foreign minister for inaction on derogatory remarks on PM Modi

Male | January 9, 2024 4:50:30 AM IST

Emphasizing the need for accountability and swift action in response to the disrespectful comments made by senior officials against Indian PM Modi, Mickail Naseem, Member of Parliament from Maldives has called on the Parliament to summon the foreign minis ... read..

Maldives President Muizzu, first Lady attend programme in Chinese Fujian Province

Beijing | January 9, 2024 4:50:28 AM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed attended a programme in the Fujian Province of China on Monday. ... read..

Earthquake of magnitude 6.7 jolts Talaud Islands in Indonesia

Jakarta | January 9, 2024 4:50:24 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 6.7 struck the Talaud Islands, Indonesia, on Tuesday, the National Centre for Seismology reported. ... read..

"India has been our 911 call", Former Maldives Defence Minister says remarks against PM Modi show "short-sightedness" of govt

Male | January 9, 2024 3:50:18 AM IST

Former Maldives Defence Minister Mariya Ahmed Didi on Monday said that derogatory comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrate the "short-sightedness" of the Maldives government, adding that India has been a reliable ally, providing assistanc ... read..

"State-Sponsored Death Squad" members organise camp opposing Baloch protest in Islamabad

Islamabad | January 9, 2024 2:50:26 AM IST

Individuals alleged to be members of "state-sponsored death squads" have organised a camp outside the National Press Club in Islamabad where the Baloch protesters are peacefully protesting against the "Baloch Genocide", as reported by the Balochistan Post ... read..

Rajnath Singh arrives in UK; to discuss defence, security issues with his UK counterpart

London | January 9, 2024 1:51:44 AM IST

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has arrived in the United Kingdom on Monday night. ... read..

Netanyahu tells troops 'Hezbollah made a big mistake'

Middle East | January 9, 2024 12:21:34 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday visited the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) 769th "Hiram" Brigade, which is waging a defensive battle on the northern border with Lebanon. ... read..

UAE: Abu Dhabi City Municipality organises 'Waste Collection Championship'

Middle East | January 9, 2024 12:21:32 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi City Municipality, in collaboration with the Shahama Municipality Centre and as part of the "My City is More Beautiful" initiative, hosted the "Shahama for Sustainability" waste collection championship a ... read..

UAE: Ahmed bin Mohammed welcomes winners of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award

| January 9, 2024 12:21:28 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai, President of the UAE National Olympic Committee, and Chairman of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, today welcomed the ... read..

UAE President visits Tomb of National Leader, Martyrs' Lane in Baku during official visit to Azerbaijan

Middle East | January 9, 2024 12:21:25 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): During his official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today visited the tomb of the national leader of Azerbaijan, Heydar Aliyev, the founder of modern Azerbaijan, where ... read..

"We have developed solid relationship, understand each other better": Bangladesh Foreign Minister hails ties with India

Dhaka | January 9, 2024 12:21:23 AM IST

On India-Bangladesh relations, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, AK Abdul Momen, has said that New Delhi and Dhaka share a solid relationship, and both countries understand each other better. ... read..

India focusing on plant-based protein, fits well for us: Schouten Europe Chairman ahead of Vibrant Gujarat

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | January 9, 2024 12:21:13 AM IST

Ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, Hank Schouten, the Chairman and Founder of Schouten Europe company said there are huge opportunities in India and the country's focus on plant-based protein opens up more scope for the company. ... read..

Pakistan: ECP activates EMS for returning officers ahead of general elections

Islamabad | January 9, 2024 12:20:55 AM IST

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Monday activated the Election Management System (EMS) for the returning officers (ROs) ahead of the general elections 2024, ARY News reported. ... read..

Pakistan govt resorting to high tactics instead of solving people's problems: Tehreek-e-Islami leader

Gilgit Baltistan | January 9, 2024 12:20:37 AM IST

Tehreek-e-Islami Gilgit-Baltistan President Sheikh Mirza Ali has said that people have been sitting on dharna for thirteen days against the increase in the price of wheat, but instead of solving the problem of the people, the Pakistani government is resor ... read..

Russia says prime goal is to achieve new level of bilateral ties with India, diversify bilateral trade

New Delhi | January 9, 2024 12:20:35 AM IST

Russia has said that at the moment, its prime goal is to achieve a new level of bilateral ties with India, diversify bilateral trade and correct its imbalances. ... read..

UAE President arrives in Azerbaijan on official visit

Middle East | January 8, 2024 11:22:24 PM IST

Baku [Azerbaijan], January 8 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today arrived in Baku on an official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan at the invitation of Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan. ... read..

Abu Dhabi's 6th Culture Summit to take place from March 3-5

Middle East | January 8, 2024 11:22:20 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the new dates for the sixth edition of Culture Summit Abu Dhabi at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi from March 3 to 5, 2024. ... read..

UK Minister of State Lord Tariq Ahmad has chosen excellent timing to visit India: British High Commissioner

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 11:22:19 PM IST

British High Commissioner to India Alex Ellis has said UK Minister of State, Lord (Tariq) Ahmad has chosen excellent timing to visit Tamil Nadu and Gujarat, the states with the second and third largest economies in India. ... read..

UAE VPs congratulate Bangladeshi PM on party election win

General News | January 8, 2024 11:22:07 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, have sent con ... read..

Nepal: 52 candidates file nominations for 19 National Assembly seats

Kathmandu | January 8, 2024 11:21:57 PM IST

A total of 52 candidatures have been filed for the January 25 election for the 19 vacant seats of the National Assembly or the upper house of Nepal's bicameral parliament. ... read..

UAE: Dubai records over AED2.1 bn in realty transactions Monday

Middle East | January 8, 2024 11:21:49 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): Dubai real estate market recorded 477 sales transactions worth AED1.66 billion, in addition to 129 mortgage deals of AED 430.56 million, and 20 gift deals amounting to AED 60.74 million on Monday, data released by Dubai's ... read..

'Ahlan Modi': PM Modi to address Indian diaspora in Abu Dhabi on Feb 13

Abu Dhabi | January 8, 2024 11:21:47 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his upcoming visit to United Arab Emirates (UAE) next month, will address the Indian diaspora at a community reception titled 'Ahlan Modi' on February 13. ... read..

Nepal confirms cases of Omicron sub-variant JN1

Kathmandu | January 8, 2024 10:22:21 PM IST

Nepal on Monday confirmed cases of Omicron sub-variant JN1. ... read..

US: Joe Biden's campaign raises USD 1 million in 24 hours after speech on capitol riots anniversary

Washington DC | January 8, 2024 10:22:18 PM IST

The campaign of US President Joe Biden has raised more than USD 1 million through online fundraising in 24 hours after his speech on the January 6 Capitol riots anniversary, The Hill reported on Monday. ... read..

SteelFab 2024 launches 19th edition at Expo Centre Sharjah

Asia | January 8, 2024 10:22:02 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): The 19th edition of the SteelFab exhibition, the largest commercial event of its kind across the Middle East and North Africa region, kicked off today at Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS). ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Sheikh Hasina on clinching fourth consecutive term as Bangladesh PM

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 9:21:51 PM IST

Extending his wishes to Sheikh Hasina after she clinched a historic fourth consecutive term as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her as well as the people of the nation for the successful conduct of ele ... read..

Bhutan's Haa, Paro districts share similarities in language, culture: Report

Thimphu | January 8, 2024 9:21:33 PM IST

The people of Bhutan's Haa and Paro districts share similarities in language and culture. One of them is the practice of offering the first harvest of crops to Haa's local deity, Chungdu. People in the two districts still make the offering as in the olden ... read..

Sri Lanka: 1,500 artistes perform at grand Pongal festival in Trincomalee

Trincomalee | January 8, 2024 9:21:29 PM IST

A grand Pongal festival was organised in Sri Lanka's Trincomalee city on Monday. ... read..

"Unity government not saving Israel, but only Netanyahu": Opposition leader Yair Lapid

Tel Aviv | January 8, 2024 9:21:22 PM IST

Israel Opposition leader Yair Lapid lashed out at the National Unity ministers Benny Gantz, Gadi Eisenkot and Gideon Sa'ar for leaving the coalition, alleging that they are "not saving" Israel but only Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Times of Israel re ... read..

Three Palestinians arrested for deadly shooting attack

Middle East | January 8, 2024 9:21:16 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Israeli security forces arrested three Palestinians suspected of Sunday's deadly terror attack in Binyamin, authorities announced on Monday morning. ... read..

Total quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims from India finalised for Haj 2024 after Bilateral Haj Agreement signed with Saudi Arabia

Jeddah | January 8, 2024 9:21:14 PM IST

A total quota of 1,75,025 pilgrims from India was finalised for Haj this year on Sunday, after India signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 with Saudi Arabia (KSA) at Jeddah. ... read..

Smriti Irani, Muraleedharan meet their counterpart ministers handling Haj Affairs from Turkiye, Malaysia

Jeddah | January 8, 2024 8:21:13 PM IST

Union Minister for WCD and Minority Affairs Smriti Zubin Irani accompanied by V Muraleedharan, MoS for External Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs met with Prof Dr Ali Erbas, President of Directorate of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) in Turkiye and with Dato' ... read..

Gaza war hampers Israeli tourism industry's post-COVID recovery

Middle East | January 8, 2024 8:21:09 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics reported that 3.2 million foreign visitors entered the country in 2023. This was more than the 2.9 million in 2022, but still a great deal less than the 4.6 million in 2019, the ... read..

Jaishankar speaks to Austrian counterpart Schallenberg, discusses situation in Ukraine, Gaza

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 8:20:59 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Austrian counterpart Alexander Schallenberg on Monday and discussed the situation in Ukraine and Gaza. ... read..

Israel and Hezbollah on collision course for a war neither wants

Middle East | January 8, 2024 8:20:55 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Neither Israel nor Hezbollah want war with each other, but the two are on a collision course, underscored by the assassination of a senior Hezbollah commander ahead of a visit by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken ... read..

Pakistan SC to hear PTI's plea for restoration of 'bat' symbol on January 10

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 8:20:45 PM IST

The Pakistan Supreme Court (SC) on Monday fixed the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) application for the restoration of the bat election symbol for hearing on January 10, ARY News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Supreme Court strikes down lifetime disqualification; boosts prospects of Nawaz Sharif, Jahangir Tareen

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 8:20:35 PM IST

The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Monday ended the lifetime disqualification of lawmakers, recalling its earlier order of disbarring politicians from running for office ever. ... read..

Lebanese hacker group targets Beirut airport with anti-Iran messages: Report

Beirut | January 8, 2024 8:20:26 PM IST

In a brazen cyberattack, a Lebanese Christian hacker group has reportedly targeted Beirut airport, unleashing messages condemning perceived attempts by Iran and Hezbollah to entangle Lebanon in a conflict with Israel, The Jerusalem Post reported. ... read..

Fake FIRs continue to be filed against peaceful protesters, says Baloch activist

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 7:20:38 PM IST

Baloch activist Mahrang Baloch alleged that 'fake' FIRs are being filed against peaceful protestors who participated in the rally against Baloch genocide. ... read..

Israel hails Lakshadweep's "pristine and majestic" underwater beauty, says ready to commence working on desalination project

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 7:20:29 PM IST

Israel said on Monday that a team had visited Lakshadweep last year and the country is ready to commence working on a desalination programme in the islands. ... read..

Saudi Arabia: MoS Muraleedharan meets Indian envoy, consulate officials in Jeddah

Jeddah | January 8, 2024 7:20:09 PM IST

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan met with the Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Suhel Ajaz Khan and other officials of the Indian Consulate in Jeddah on Monday. ... read..

Maldives ex-FM condemns derogatory comments, calls for de-escalation amid diplomatic tensions with India

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 6:22:07 PM IST

In the wake of escalating diplomatic tensions with India, former Maldivian Foreign Minister Dunya Maumoon has vehemently denounced a series of racist and derogatory comments from Maldivian ministers targeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to ... read..

Russia "fully supportive" of India to become permanent member of UN Security Council, says envoy Alipov

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 6:22:04 PM IST

Voicing his support, Russia's Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov, has said that Russia is fully supportive of India's right to become a permanent United Nations Security Council member. ... read..

BRICS expansion displays growing aspirations for multipolar world: Russian envoy to India Alipov

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 6:21:58 PM IST

Lauding the expansion of BRICS grouping, Russian Ambassador to India, Denis Alipov said that it represents the growing aspiration for a multipolar world based on sovereign equality and mutual respect. ... read..

Bangladesh PM Hasina emphasises strong ties with India, vows to work for economic progress of her country

Dhaka | January 8, 2024 6:21:41 PM IST

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who secured her fifth term in the recent general elections, outlined her plans for the country's international relations and highlighted the strong bond between Bangladesh and India. ... read..

Pakistan court issues Imran Khan's release orders in Cypher case

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 6:21:39 PM IST

A Pakistan special court on Monday issued release orders for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan after his bail was confirmed by the Pakistan Supreme Court in an official Secrets Act case, alias the Cypher case, Pakistan based Samaa TV r ... read..

Is Xi Jinping's "China Dream" beginning to crumble?

Asia | January 8, 2024 5:21:18 PM IST

Chairman Xi Jinping used to have the Midas touch. Everything he touched seemed to turn to gold, to China's benefit. ... read..

Israel Defence Minister Gallant meets with US Senators and former VP Mike Pence

Middle East | January 8, 2024 5:21:17 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant Met with a US Senate Delegation as well as former US Vice President Mike Pence. Both meetings were held at the Ministry of Defence headquarters in Tel Aviv and the Senate de ... read..

Israel strikes terror targets overnight in Gaza, Lebanon

Middle East | January 8, 2024 4:21:22 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], January 8 (ANI/TPS): Israel struck Hamas and Hezbollah terror facilities in Khan Yunis and Lebanon in overnight strikes, the Israel Defence Forces said on Monday morning. ... read..

Indian High Commissioner meets Maldivian official in Male, amid row over remarks on PM Modi

Male | January 8, 2024 4:21:16 PM IST

The Indian High Commissioner to Maldives, Munu Mahawar on Monday held a "pre-arranged meeting" with Ali Naseer Mohamed, Ambassador at large at the Maldivian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Male. ... read..

'Vocal for Local': Australian envoy Philip Green gets his beard trimmed at local shop in Delhi

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 4:21:07 PM IST

Showcasing support for India's 'Vocal for Local' campaign, Australia's High Commissioner to India Philip Green OAM on Monday got a beard trimmed at Max Hairdresser near his office in Delhi's Tajdar Babar Market. ... read..

Fukushima hosts Japanese language composition contest for foreigners

Fukushima | January 8, 2024 4:21:05 PM IST

The Reconstruction Agency organised a Japanese language composition contest for foreigners with a Fukushima theme to hasten the recognition of Fukushima's recovery. ... read..

Indian High Commissioner meets Maldivian counterpart in Male, amid row over remarks on PM Modi

Male | January 8, 2024 3:21:13 PM IST

Indian High Commissioner meets Maldivian envoy in Male, amid row over remarks on PM Modi

Male | January 8, 2024 3:21:01 PM IST

Indian envoy calls on Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, conveys greetings of PM Modi on her election victory

Dhaka | January 8, 2024 3:20:51 PM IST

India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma on Monday called on Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. During the meeting, he conveyed the warm greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India to Sheikh Hasina on her election victory, source ... read..

Congress' Manish Tewari calls for "realty check" of India's influence in South Asia

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 3:20:46 PM IST

Congress leader Manish Tewari sounded an alarm over the growing influence of China in South Asia, juxtaposing it with concerns about India's current standing in the region. ... read..

Checks on Boeing B737-8 Max aircraft performed satisfactorily, says DGCA

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 3:20:38 PM IST

Directorate General of Civil Aviation said on Monday that checks on over-wing emergency exits of Boeing B737-8 Max aircraft have been satisfactorily performed by all aircraft operators. ... read..

Foreigners learn Sushi making in Fukushima

Fukushima | January 8, 2024 3:20:25 PM IST

J-village was established in 1997 as a hallowed haven of support. This field was used for parking for reconstruction workers following the Great Earthquake. ... read..

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu arrives in China on 5-day State visit

Beijing | January 8, 2024 2:21:03 PM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed on Monday arrived in China on a five-day State visit. Chinese officials greeted them upon their arrival at the airport in Fujian. ... read..

Pakistan: Five police officials killed, 22 people injured in blast near police van in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 2:21:01 PM IST

Five police officials were killed and 22 people were injured on Monday in a blast near a police van in Mamund tehsil of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Bajaur district, Pakistan-based Dawn reported, citing rescue and hospital officials. ... read..

UK-India to build closer trade, innovation partnership, during minister's visit to TN, Gujarat

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 2:20:23 PM IST

British Minister of State, Lord (Tariq) Ahmad who is on a three-day visit to India from Monday is scheduled to launch two new UK-funded sustainability projects at the ongoing Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet (TNGIM). ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf plans to launch manifesto for polls hit by internet disruptions

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 12:21:48 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf's (PTI) plans to launch its manifesto for the general elections and raise funds through a telethon were affected after a total blackout of social media sites was reported throughout the country on Sunday, Pakistan-based Dawn repor ... read..

Bangladesh cricketer Shakib Al Hasan wins elections from Magura-1 constituency, receives over 1,50,000 votes

Dhaka | January 8, 2024 11:21:20 AM IST

Bangladesh Star cricketer Shakib Al Hasan, currently captain of the one-day team, who contested from Magura-1 constituency for the Awami League (AL) party, has secured victory in the elections by receiving 185,388 votes, Dhaka Tribune reported. ... read..

Maldivian envoy seen at MEA office in Delhi, amid diplomatic row over ministers' remarks on PM Modi

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 11:21:10 AM IST

Maldives Envoy to India, Ibrahim Shaheeb was on Monday morning seen leaving the Ministry of External Affairs in the national capital's South Block. ... read..

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, First Lady Sajidha Mohamed depart for state visit to China

Male | January 8, 2024 10:21:40 AM IST

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed proceeded on a state visit to China on Sunday night. ... read..

Pran Prathishta of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya "gives Hindus a reason to celebrate": NYC Mayor Eric Adams

By Reena Bhardwaj

New York | January 8, 2024 9:20:10 AM IST

Hindus not just in India but also from South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities living in New York City "have a reason to celebrate and lift their spirituality," Mayor Eric Adams asserted on Saturday. ... read..

"Unacceptable": Maldives Foreign Minister on remarks against PM Modi

Male | January 8, 2024 9:20:08 AM IST

After the derogatory remarks made by Maldivian ministers against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India on social media, Maldives Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer said that these remarks against foreign leaders are "unacceptable" and do not reflec ... read..

Sharp decline in visitor arrivals to Israel in 2023

Middle East | January 8, 2024 8:21:41 AM IST

Cutting-edge industrial solutions to be unveiled as SteelFab 2024 opens tomorrow at Expo Centre Sharjah

Middle East | January 8, 2024 8:21:40 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): SteelFab 2024, the biggest event of its kind across the Middle East and North Africa region, launches tomorrow, Monday, at Expo Centre Sharjah, bringing together over 275 exhibitors hailing from 35 countries for the e ... read..

US, Japan, South Korea reiterate commitment to trilateral maritime security with international law

Washington, DC | January 8, 2024 8:21:38 AM IST

The governments of the US, Japan and Korea reiterated their ongoing commitment to trilateral maritime security in accordance with international law with a focus on support for capacity building in the Indo-Pacific region. ... read..

Participants of annual 'Camel Trek' arrive in Global Village following 12-day journey through UAE desert

Middle East | January 8, 2024 8:21:36 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], January 8 (ANI/WAM): The participants of the annual 'Camel Trek' arrived in the Heritage Village of the Global Village after embarking on a continuous 12-day journey through the UAE desert, starting from the Arada area in Abu Dhabi and co ... read..

TN minister TRB Rajaa, Singapore envoy open Singapore Pavilion at Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 8, 2024 7:21:35 AM IST

Minister of Industries of Tamil Nadu, TRB Rajaa, and Singapore High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, on Sunday opened the Singapore Pavilion at the Tamil Nadu Global Investors Meet (TNGIM) 2024. ... read..

India signs Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 with Saudi Arabia

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 7:21:27 AM IST

Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Minority Affairs, Smriti Irani, accompanied by Minister of State for External Affairs, V Muraleedharan, signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement 2024 with Saudi Arabia's Minister for Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq bin F ... read..

Pakistan reports four cases of Covid variant JN1

Islamabad | January 8, 2024 7:21:25 AM IST

Four cases of a new variant of COVID JN1, an Omicron sub-variant, have been reported in Pakistan, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Members of Baloch diaspora in US protest against Pakistan outside White House

Washington, DC | January 8, 2024 6:20:29 AM IST

Members of the Balochistan diaspora have been staging protests outside the White House against Pakistan and the enforced disappearances of Baloch people ... read..

'Pakistan not able to handle its internal insurgency, has been blaming India...': Pakistan Expert Tilak Devashree

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 5:20:40 AM IST

Pakistan Expert Tilak Devashree highlighted that Pakistan, unable to handle internal insurgency, is blaming India for the ongoing Baloch atrocities to deflect from its inability to handle the situation. ... read..

EaseMyTrip suspends all Maldives flight bookings amid India-Maldives row

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 4:20:33 AM IST

The co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of EaseMyTrip, Nishant Pitti, has announced the suspension of all Maldives flight bookings following the derogatory remarks made by Maldives ministers against India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... read..

EaseMyTrip suspends all Maldives flight bookings amid India-Maldives row, begins #ChaloLakshadweep campaign

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 4:20:31 AM IST

Sheikh Hasina re-elected for fifth term in Bangladesh

Dhaka | January 8, 2024 2:21:24 AM IST

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina won the re-election for a fifth term in the national election that were conducted on Sunday amidst the boycott by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) led by former PM Khaleda Zia, who is currently in jail. ... read..

No new inquiry for holidays in Maldives; impact of boycott will be visible in coming days: Indian tour operators

By Vishu Adhana

New Delhi | January 8, 2024 2:21:20 AM IST

Tour operators in India are gearing up for an impact of calls for a cancellation of holidays in the Maldives as they said that there are "no new inquiries by people" for visits to the island nation. ... read..

"Our naval commandos sailed 2000 kms...": PM Modi hails daring rescue of crew from Liberian vessel

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 8, 2024 12:22:04 AM IST

Praising the Indian Navy for its 'daring operation' on the Arabian Sea to rescue a Liberian merchant ship, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the marine warriors trawled 2000 kms from the Indian coastline tp thwart the attempted hijack and brough ... read..

North Korea fires 90 artillery shots from western coast, alleges Seoul

Seoul | January 8, 2024 12:21:56 AM IST

North Korea fired around 90 artillery shots into waters off its western coast on Sunday, Yonhap news agency reported, citing South Korea's military. ... read..

HFZA to showcase investment advantages in steel, iron industries in SteelFab 2024

Middle East | January 8, 2024 12:21:54 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], January 7 (ANI/WAM): The Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) in Sharjah has announced that it is taking part in the 19th edition of the SteelFab 2024 exhibition, organised by Expo Centre Sharjah from January 8 to 11, 2024. ... read..

"Law of jungle working in Gilgit-Baltistan, no constitution and law here": President of Imamia Baltistan Association

Gilgit-Baltistan | January 8, 2024 12:21:48 AM IST

The President of the Imamia Baltistan Association and a top Shia cleric, Syed Baqir Al Hussaini, has said that there is a "law of the jungle" working in Gilgit-Baltistan, adding that there is no constitution or law here. ... read..

Nepal, India hold 11th meeting of Joint Steering Committee on Power Sector Cooperation

Kathmandu | January 8, 2024 12:21:39 AM IST

The 11th meeting of the Joint Steering Committee on Power Sector Cooperation (JSC) was held in Chitwan, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu said. ... read..

"Voting procedures in general are very good": Ex-EU MP Paulo Casaca on Bangladesh general elections 2024

By Ashoke Raj

Dhaka | January 8, 2024 12:21:35 AM IST

Endorsing the 12th Parliamentary elections of Bangladesh on Sunday, a former member of the European Parliament, Paulo Casaca, said he was very impressed with the polls in the nation, adding that the voting procedures in general are very good. ... read..

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