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Baloch Liberation Army claims responsibility for attacks in Balochistan's Noshki, Turbat, and Buleda

Balochistan | December 30, 2023 10:20:32 AM IST

The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), a 'pro-independence' armed group, has claimed responsibility for the attacks in Balochistan's Noshki, Turbat, and Buleda, as reported by the Balochistan Post. ... read..

Israel rejects "blood libel" spread by South Africa and application to International Court of Justice

Tel Aviv | December 30, 2023 10:20:24 AM IST

As South Africa files a case against Israel in the International Court of Justice, accusing it of crimes of genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, Israel has rejected the "blood libel" spread by South Africa and its application to the International Court ... read..

Pak: Protests erupt in Balochistan's Gwadar against continuous water shortage

Balochistan | December 30, 2023 9:21:31 AM IST

In another series of protests in Pakistan's Balochistan, residents of Pasni, a tehsil in the Gwadar district of Balochistan, staged protest against the persistent water shortage in the region, reported the Balochistan Post. ... read..

Pak court wraps up PTI activist Sanam Javed's plea against detention

Lahore | December 30, 2023 8:21:06 AM IST

The Lahore High Court (LHC) wrapped up the plea against the detention of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) activist Sanam Javed, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Philippines expands US military presence amid growing China concerns

Manila | December 30, 2023 8:21:04 AM IST

Against the backdrop of mounting geopolitical tensions and growing unease over China's assertiveness, the Philippines is taking strategic steps to bolster its defence capabilities, Voice of America reported. ... read..

Hezbollah fights a war of attrition on Israel's terms

Middle East | December 30, 2023 7:21:05 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 30 (ANI/TPS): Israeli air strikes in Lebanon are exacting a heavy price from Hezbollah for its rocket fire, forcing the terror group into a war of attrition being fought on Israel's terms. ... read..

Arab Strategy Forum to commence from January 3 in Dubai

Middle East | December 30, 2023 7:20:57 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 30 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, the Arab Strategic Forum will commence its activities in Dubai on January 3rd, 2024. ... read..

Israel: One soldier confirmed wounded in terrorist car ramming

Tel Aviv | December 30, 2023 7:20:55 AM IST

The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) confirmed that, in addition to the four civilians harmed in a "drive-by attack" terrorist car-ramming attack Friday afternoon, one soldier was seriously injured and taken to the hospital. No other information was provided a ... read..

Zelenskyy urges global response to Russia's "latest act of terror"

Kyiv | December 30, 2023 7:20:53 AM IST

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called upon the international community to respond to Russia's recent massive aerial assault on Ukraine, the most significant escalation since the commencement of Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. ... read..

Biden admin sidesteps Congress again, approves military equipment sale to Israel

Washington, DC | December 30, 2023 7:20:51 AM IST

In another move that sidesteps congressional approval, the Biden administration has authorised the immediate transfer of nearly USD 150 million in military equipment to Israel for its ongoing conflict with Hamas. It marks the second such bypass within the ... read..

"Ringing in New Year with twist": Members of India's UK mission celebrate diversity by extending greetings in different mother tongues

London | December 30, 2023 6:20:17 AM IST

In a unique and heartwarming gesture, the Indian High Commission in the UK took a distinctive approach to New Year celebrations by extending greetings in various mother tongues, highlighting the rich cultural tapestry that defines India. ... read..

Afghan refugees face dire situation as thousands expelled empty-handed from Pak: WFP

Kabul | December 30, 2023 6:20:15 AM IST

Thousands of Afghan refugees were forcibly deported from Pakistan to Afghanistan without any possessions, Khaama Press reported, citing, the World Food Programme (WFP). ... read..

Blinken "strongly condemns" Russia's "horrific strikes" on Ukraine, urges Congress for funds

Washington, DC | December 30, 2023 4:21:47 AM IST

Strongly "condemning" Russia's recent "horrific" strikes on Ukraine, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the US "must support Ukraine in defending itself". ... read..

Lahore High Court suspends ATC order declaring Fawad Chaudhry 'proclaimed offender'

Lahore | December 30, 2023 4:21:46 AM IST

The Lahore High Court (LHC) has granted relief to former Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Fawad Chaudhry, suspending an order by the Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) that had declared the former federal minister a "proclaimed offender," ARY News reported. ... read..

Chinese spy balloon utilised US internet provider for communication, reveals US official

Washington, DC | December 30, 2023 4:21:44 AM IST

A US official revealed that the Chinese spy balloon, which traversed the United States in early 2023, used an American internet service provider to transmit periodic data related to navigation and location back to China, CNN reported. ... read..

"No bilateral treaty exists...": Pakistan on India's request for Hafiz Saeed's extradition

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 11:51:27 PM IST

Pakistan has received India's request for extradition of 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed, Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said on Friday. But she said that no bilateral extradition treaty exists between India an ... read..

UAE humanitarian aid distributed to over 13,000 beneficiaries in Gaza

Middle East | December 29, 2023 11:51:20 PM IST

Dubai [UAE]. December 29 (ANI/WAM): The UAE's humanitarian institutions continued to distribute food and humanitarian aid to the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, benefiting 13,811 people as part of Operation "Gallant Knight 3" within the framework of ... read..

Israeli military hits back at Hezbollah bases in Lebanon

Middle East | December 29, 2023 11:51:09 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that its air force jets attacked bases of the terrorist organization Hezbollah in Lebanon Friday afternoon in the area of Wadi Hamool. The targets that were attacked incl ... read..

Israeli military finds more weapons hidden in children's rooms

Middle East | December 29, 2023 11:50:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/WAM): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) continues to find weapons and other means of warfare hidden in children's rooms and toys. ... read..

Pradeep Singh Rajpurohit concurrently accredited as India's High Commissioner to Grenada, Commonwealth of Dominica

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 10:50:52 PM IST

Pradeep Singh Rajpurohit, presently serving as India's High Commissioner to Trinidad and Tobago, has been concurrently accredited as India's High Commissioner to Grenada and the Commonwealth of Dominica, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a pr ... read..

'Know India Programme': MEA's flagship for youth diaspora completes 20 years

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 10:50:32 PM IST

The flagship programme of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) for the youth diaspora, 'Know India Programme', has completed 20 years. ... read..

"Honest dialogue, sincere diplomacy preferred path to resolve differences": PM Modi on conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 10:50:18 PM IST

India's approach towards the Israel-Hamas war and Russia-Ukraine conflict has been guided by the belief that "honest dialogue and sincere diplomacy" should be the preferred path to resolve differences in an atmosphere free from fear and coercion, Prime Mi ... read..

"Don't think it's appropriate...": MEA on shots fired at residence of Temple president's son in Canada

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 9:51:02 PM IST

Referring to the attack at the residence of Lakshmi Narayan Mandir President's son in Canada's Surrey, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the investigation is being conducted and it is not appropriate to comment on the ... read..

Nepal: Death toll rises to two in Korean Language test candidates' clash with police

Lalitpur | December 29, 2023 9:50:58 PM IST

One more protestor injured in the clash with Nepali police succumbed to his injuries, taking the death toll in Lalitpur's Balkumari clash to two, as per the police. ... read..

Elephants in Nepal go for picnic on day off

By Binod Prasad Adhikari

Sauraha | December 29, 2023 9:50:51 PM IST

Mahouts brought elephants and their calves to an open ground in the tourist town of Sauraha to enjoy a picnic on the tuskers' off day. ... read..

"If anything happens...": Baloch protestors warn Pakistani government

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 9:50:47 PM IST

Accusing the Pakistani government of "harassing" the peaceful protestors, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) warned that if anything happens to them the "state" will be responsible. ... read..

China appoints Naval Commander as new defense minister after Li Shandfu's removal without explanation

Beijing | December 29, 2023 9:50:45 PM IST

Ending months of speculation, China has named former naval commander Dong Jun as its new defense minister, two months after removing his predecessor Li Shangfu from the role, CNN reported on Friday. ... read..

India is working to safeguard cultural identity, ensure return of Baby Ariha from Germany: MEA

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 9:50:31 PM IST

India remains in constant engagement with Berlin with authorities in Berlin to protect the cultural, national identity, and rights of baby Ariha Shah, currently under German foster care, while ensuring its commitment to facilitating her return to India, t ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chairman accuses political parties of 'attacking' judiciary

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 9:50:27 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Chairman Barrister Gohar Khan on Friday accused political parties of 'attacking' the judiciary after the Peshawar High Court (PHC) suspended the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) verdict, taking away the electoral symbol of ... read..

"Nothing new in Pakistan...it has serious security implications": MEA on Hafiz Saeed backed party contesting polls

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 8:50:45 PM IST

Stating that the normalisation of "radical elements" in Pakistan has been a part of Islamabad's state policy, the Ministry of External Affairs said that 26/11 attacks mastermind Hafiz Saeed-backed party contesting polls has a "serious security implication ... read..

"India carefully evaluating all aspects of unfolding situation in Red Sea": MEA

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 8:50:41 PM IST

India values the free movement of commercial shipping and is closely evaluating all aspects of the unfolding situation in the Red Sea, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. ... read..

Concerned agencies looking into matter: MEA on blast near Israel Embassy in Delhi

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 8:50:15 PM IST

The concerned agencies are looking into the blast that happened near the Israel Embassy in Delhi on December 26, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on Friday. ... read..

Visits of PM Modi, US President paved way for "concrete strategic roadmap": USISPF CEO

Washington, DC | December 29, 2023 7:50:50 PM IST

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) President and CEO Mukesh Aghi on Friday said diplomatic momentum gained during the visits of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden paved the way for a "concrete strategic roadmap" and new ini ... read..

"Next steps will be discussed with legal team": MEA on Qatar court commuting death sentence of 8 Indian ex-Navy personnel

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 6:51:13 PM IST

A day after the Court of Appeal of Qatar reduced the sentence of eight Indian ex-Navy personnel, the government said that it will discuss the next possible steps with the legal team and the family members of the former Navy men. ... read..

Most of passengers back in India, consular assistance will be given to Indians still in France: MEA on flight grounded in France

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 6:51:02 PM IST

Most of the Indians who were travelling in the flight that was grounded in France have landed in India and those who remain in France will be given consular assistance if they require assistance from New Delhi, Ministry of External Affairs official spokes ... read..

India sent relevant supporting documents to Pakistan to extradite Hafiz Saeed: MEA

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 6:50:58 PM IST

India has conveyed a request to the Pakistan government regarding the extradition of 26/11 attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed to India for facing trial in a particular case, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday. ... read..

Nicholas McCaffrey begins tenure as Australia's Deputy High Commissioner in India in style, riding on an autorickshaw on Friday.

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 5:51:29 PM IST

Nicholas McCaffrey commenced his tenure as Australia's Deputy High Commissioner in India, in style, by riding on an autorickshaw on Friday. ... read..

Nicholas McCaffrey begins tenure as Australia's Deputy High Commissioner in India in style, riding on an autorickshaw

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 5:51:18 PM IST

Nicholas McCaffrey commenced his tenure as Australia's Deputy High Commissioner in India, in style, by riding on an autorickshaw on Friday. ... read..

Nepal: One protestor dies in Lalitpur in clash with police over EPS exam form submission

Lalitpur | December 29, 2023 4:51:18 PM IST

A protestor has died in a clash with police in Balkumari of Lalitpur in Nepal, police confirmed. ... read..

UAE: MoHAP awarded global accreditation in institutional agility

Middle East | December 29, 2023 3:51:29 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 29 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has received the global accreditation certificate for The International Business Agility Model from the International Business Agility Institute (TIBAI). ... read..

EAM Jaishankar visits school named after Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore in Russia's St Petersburg

St Petersburg | December 29, 2023 3:51:02 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is on a visit to Russia, shared his delight as he visited the school named after Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore in St. Petersburg. ... read..

Durham Regional Police identifies suspect behind multiple break-and-enters at Hindu temples in Canada this year

Ottawa | December 29, 2023 2:52:54 PM IST

Durham Regional Police have identified the suspect behind multiple break-and-enters at Hindu temples this year in Canada and he has been held for a bail hearing, the Durham Regional Police said in a media release. ... read..

ERC launches humanitarian initiative during Zayed Charity Marathon in Egypt

Middle East | December 29, 2023 1:51:22 PM IST

Cairo [Egypt], December 29 (ANI/WAM): The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), in collaboration with Egypt's Misr El Kheir Foundation, launched a humanitarian initiative during the Zayed Charity Marathon in Egypt, distributing food parcels to 15,000 beneficiaries ... read..

Inquiry initiated against Pakistan police officials for harassing Afghans during repatriation

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 1:51:07 PM IST

An inquiry has been initiated against the police officials on the Pakistan government's order to take disciplinary action against those found responsible following a complaint by the Afghan Embassy that some Afghans, who are living in Pakistan legally, fa ... read..

65 million digital files, half-million documents: The intelligence exposing Hamas tunnels

Middle East | December 29, 2023 1:50:56 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli search for terror tunnels is being aided by a trove of intelligence seized by soldiers, namely 65 million digital files and a half-million physical documents, the Israel Defense Forces disclosed on Thu ... read..

Abu Dhabi announces lorry and worker-bus ban on New Year's Eve

Middle East | December 29, 2023 1:50:32 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 29 (ANI/WAM): Trucks, heavy vehicles and buses transporting labourers will be banned from Abu Dhabi roads on New Year's Eve, the Traffic and Patrols Directorate of the Abu Dhabi Police, in cooperation with the Integrated Transpor ... read..

Islamabad Court allows Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leaders, lawyers to discuss elections with Imran Khan in Adiala Jail

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 1:50:13 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court on Friday granted Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders and lawyers permission to visit former prime minister Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated in Adiala jail, and hold election meetings on the 2024 general elections, as ... read..

Despite plentiful grain harvest, China suffers food security challenge as it heavily relies on imports

Beijing | December 29, 2023 12:50:50 PM IST

Despite China's record high grain output this year, experts emphasised that the country's food self-sufficiency rate is decreasing as it heavily relies on imports, as reported by Voice of America (VOA). ... read..

Pak: Police implicated PTI vice chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi in over dozen May 9 cases

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 11:50:42 AM IST

Following the rearrest of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Pakistan police have implicated him in at least 12 different cases registered by the district police in connection with May 9 violence, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

Canada: Shots fired at residence of son of Lakshmi Narayan Mandir president

Ottawa | December 29, 2023 10:50:46 AM IST

Shots were at the residence of an Indian-origin man in Canada's Surrey. Following this, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police has been investigating the incident. ... read..

Pakistan caretaker government releases 34 more Baloch protesters

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 9:50:29 AM IST

The Pakistan caretaker government has released 34 more Baloch protestors who had been arrested during a police crackdown in the federal capital last week, as reported by Geo News. ... read..

MoS Rajeev Chandrashekhar rebuts Washington Post, says report on Apple hack warnings has "half facts, fully embellished"

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 9:50:09 AM IST

Union Minister of State for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar has rebutted "The Washington Post" report on the Indian government allegedly targeting Apple after the company warned independent Indian journalists and opposition party politicians t ... read..

Hamas' sexual violence against women during Oct 7 attacks revealed: Report

Tel Aviv | December 29, 2023 8:49:56 AM IST

In the aftermath of the October 7 attacks carried out by Hamas in southern Israel, a horrifying pattern of sexual violence against women has come to light. ... read..

14,575 foreign workers come to Israel to fill labour shortage during war

Middle East | December 29, 2023 8:49:54 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): Since the start of the Iron Swords War in Gaza, 14,575 foreign workers have entered Israel to fill the manpower needs in various fields of work, like agriculture. ... read..

Israel invests Millions in regional centres to create new high tech

Middle East | December 29, 2023 8:49:52 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): For the first time, Israel's Ministry of Economy and Industry, its Ministry of the Negev, the Galilee and National Resilience, the Ministry of Environmental Protection, the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of ... read..

American-Israeli missing since Hamas attack declared dead

Middle East | December 29, 2023 8:49:50 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 29 (ANI/TPS): A 70-year-old American-Israeli teacher who was shot by Hamas terrorists when out for a walk with her husband at their kibbutz on the morning of Oct. 7 has been declared dead, her community announced Thursday. ... read..

Rising crime wave plunges Kabul residents into fear, insecurity

Kabul | December 29, 2023 7:49:47 AM IST

Kabul grapples with a surge in armed crime and robberies, leaving residents feeling trapped in what they describe as the world's most frightening and insecure place, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Afghanistan's humanitarian crisis deepens amid economic downturn: UNICEF

Kabul | December 29, 2023 6:50:35 AM IST

The humanitarian situation in Afghanistan has worsened due to the economic crisis, according to a report by the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) covering the period from August 2021 to March 2023, TOLO News reported. ... read..

US: Maine's top election official disqualifies Trump from 2024 Ballot

Maine | December 29, 2023 6:50:31 AM IST

Maine's top election official has removed former President Donald Trump from the state's 2024 ballot, citing the 14th Amendment's "insurrectionist ban," CNN reported. ... read..

Baloch protesters give Pakistan government 7-day ultimatum to meet demands

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 5:49:59 AM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a prominent organiser of the Baloch protest march in Islamabad, has given a seven-day ultimatum to the Pakistan government for the fulfilment of their demands, including the "elimination of enforced disappearances and ... read..

Backlash over 'almost naked' celebrity party in Moscow amid Ukraine war

Moscow | December 29, 2023 4:50:17 AM IST

Authorities took action against Russian celebrities who attended an "almost naked" themed party in Moscow, organised by blogger Anastasia Ivleeva, CNN reported. ... read..

Foreign affairs expert Sushant Sareen hails Indian diplomacy after Qatari court commutes death sentences of 8 former Indian Navy personnel

New Delhi | December 29, 2023 3:50:52 AM IST

After a Qatar court commuted the death sentences of eight ex-Indian Navy personnel, foreign affairs expert Sushant Sareen has called it the victory of Indian diplomacy. ... read..

Pak: Imran Khan, his wife to be indicted in Toshakhana case on January 4

Islamabad | December 29, 2023 3:50:46 AM IST

An Accountability Court based in Islamabad has set a date for the indictment of former prime minister Imran Khan, and his wife, Bushra Bibi, in the Toshakhana reference case, ARY News reported. ... read..

Pak: Anti-Terrorism Court grants bail to PTI activist Khadija Shah

Quetta | December 29, 2023 3:50:44 AM IST

Khadija Shah, a prominent fashion designer and PTI activist, has been released on bail by an Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) in Quetta, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Human rights situation "rapidly deteriorating" in West bank: UN Report

Geneva | December 29, 2023 3:50:42 AM IST

A United Nations (UN) report has detailed the rapidly deteriorating human rights situation in the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, after the October 7 Hamas attacks, and calls on Israel to end unlawful killings and settler violence against th ... read..

Govt's effort is to make India developed country in next 25 years: EAM Jaishankar

Moscow | December 28, 2023 11:51:12 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday highlighted ongoing development in India and asserted that the Indian government's efforts are aimed at making India a successful and developed country in the next 25 years. ... read..

UAE: ADNOC Distribution becomes official partner of Pyramids FC

Middle East | December 28, 2023 11:51:00 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): ADNOC Distribution announced that it has become the official partner of Pyramids FC, a leading Cairo-based football club which competes in the Egyptian Premier League, and represents the country in Africa's CAF Cham ... read..

RAK Ruler attends Mohamed bin Zayed Festival for Purebred Arabian Camel Racing

Middle East | December 28, 2023 11:50:59 PM IST

Ras al Khaimah [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, attended part of the 13th edition of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Festival for Purebred Arabian Camel Racin ... read..

MBRSC announces completion of Explorer Space Camp 2023

Asia | December 28, 2023 11:50:57 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) today announced the completion of its Explorer Space Camp 2023. The engaging camp held over three weeks in December, aimed at nurturing curiosity and interest in space scienc ... read..

UAE hosts over 2,000 food, beverage manufacturing companies

Asia | December 28, 2023 11:50:55 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The UAE hosts over 2,000 food and beverage manufacturing companies, generating US$7.63 billion (AED28 billion) in annual revenue, constituting 25 per cent of the country's manufacturing GDP, and ranks second only to the ... read..

Nakheel beaches receive Blue Flag Global Accreditation

Middle East | December 28, 2023 11:50:53 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): Nakheel, the world-leading real estate master developer, has announced that eight Nakheel beaches have received the prestigious Blue Flag status at its Jebel Ali, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Islands locations. ... read..

Nepal: She lost her legs but that didn't stop her from flying high

By Binod Prasad Adhikari

Lalitpur | December 28, 2023 11:50:43 PM IST

Sita Subedi was determined to make a career in dance, but her journey almost ended when her leg had to be amputated due to cancer; however, she pursued her passion and went on to become a successful dance instructor. ... read..

"To develop international relations with Indian characteristics": Jaishankar in St Petersburg

St Petersburg | December 28, 2023 11:50:39 PM IST

Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar on Thursday batted for shaping international relations with Indian characteristics, stressing that it is his "major preoccupation" to devote more time to looking at India's reservoir of culture and knowledge. ... read..

Israel: Hezbollah drone intercepted over Haifa area

Middle East | December 28, 2023 11:50:37 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): A Hezbollah drone crossed into Israel on Thursday afternoon, setting off sirens in Haifa's bayside suburbs along the country's northern coast. ... read..

Shehbaz Sharif criticises Peshawar Court's decision on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf election symbol

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 11:50:28 PM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday criticised Peshawar High Court (PHC) verdict on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) election symbol, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. ... read..

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf condemns arrest of Shah Mahmood Qureshi, urges SC to take suo motu notice

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 10:51:25 PM IST

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) on Thursday condemned the "torture" and arrest of the party's Vice Chairman Shah Mahmood Qureshi, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. PTI urged the Supreme Court to take suo motu notice on the matter. ... read..

Anthology of Indian poems edited by Indian poet translated into Greek

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 10:51:19 PM IST

The Greek edition of '100 Great Indian Poems', selected and edited by an Indian poet, diplomat and acclaimed litterateur, Abhay K, has been translated and published in the Greek language. ... read..

Eight former Navy officers can serve remaining sentence in India under previous agreement with Qatar: Expert

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 28, 2023 10:51:15 PM IST

The former Indian Naval officers whose conviction has been reduced to jail terms in Qatar can serve their sentence in Indian prison due to an earlier agreement between New Delhi and Doha, senior advocate Adish Aggarwala said on Thursday. ... read..

Israel PM Netanyahu meets with visiting US Congressman

Middle East | December 28, 2023 10:51:11 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with the visiting US Congressman Brian Mast (Republican from Florida) and thanked him for his "unwavering support of Israel and soldiers of the IDF." ... read..

Foreign affairs experts hail India's diplomacy after Qatari court commutes death sentences of Indian Navy personnel

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 9:51:45 PM IST

After a Qatar court commuted the death sentence of eight Indian ex-Navy personnel, foreign affairs expert Robinder Sachdev hailed India's diplomacy and said that the new verdict by the Qatari court is a big relief for the arrested personnel and their fami ... read..

India hands over second tranche of USD 2.5 million to support Palestinian refugees

Ramallah | December 28, 2023 9:51:43 PM IST

India released the second tranche of USD 2.5 million to United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) on Thursday. ... read..

PM Modi accepts invitation to inaugurate BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 9:51:39 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi accepted the invitation extended by Swami Ishwarcharandas and Swami Brahmaviharidas, along with the board of directors for the inauguration of the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi on February 14 next year, BAPS Swaminarayan Sans ... read..

Year Ender: A look back at India's diplomatic landscape calendar, how the world turned the spotlight on India's foreign policy?

By Ayushi Agarwal

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 9:51:19 PM IST

As we bid adieu to the year 2023, India's diplomatic outreach became a centre stage for the world. The largest democracy in the world showed how its strength and strategic autonomy still stand out despite international pressure, global turmoil, and gradua ... read..

"Grateful to President Biden, American people": Ukraine welcomes US defence package

Kyiv | December 28, 2023 9:51:17 PM IST

Ukraine has welcomed the latest arms package from the United States to bolster its counteroffensive against Russia as the war approaches the two-year mark, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

Israel working to set new date for local elections delayed due to war

Middle East | December 28, 2023 8:52:31 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): The Government of Israel on Wednesday unanimously approved the compromise proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the date for local elections. The elections were originally scheduled for November, ... read..

Amid tensions with US, China stresses bringing its spy agency at par with CIA: Report

Beijing | December 28, 2023 8:52:15 PM IST

China's main intelligence agency, the Ministry of State Security, under its growing ambition to come on par with the CIA, has lately built itself through wider recruitment, including of American citizens and has also sharpened itself through better traini ... read..

Pakistan: Islamabad Court halts Imran Khan's trial in cypher case till January 11

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 8:52:13 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday gave approval to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's petition to halt his trial in the cypher case till January 11, 2024, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..

"Bloody New Year's gift to Kyiv," says Moscow after US announces military aid package for Ukraine

Moscow | December 28, 2023 8:52:04 PM IST

The Russian envoy to the US, Anatoly Antonov criticised the recent arms package by Washington to Ukraine, stating that it reflects an intention to fight Russia "to the last Ukrainian," Russia Today reported on Thursday. ... read..

Israeli population poised to pass 10 million in 2024

Middle East | December 28, 2023 8:52:02 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel's population grew 1.9 per cent in 2023 and will pass 10 million in 2024, according to data released by the Central Bureau of Statistics on Thursday, ahead of the new year. ... read..

Foreign experts hail India's diplomacy after Qatari court commutes death sentences of Indian Navy personnel

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 8:51:52 PM IST

IDF asks residents in parts of Central Gaza to leave immediately

Tel Aviv | December 28, 2023 8:51:51 PM IST

The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) has asked residents in many parts of central Gaza to leave immediately while its operations against Hamas continue, CNN reported. ... read..

China pressures Taiwanese popular band to influence upcoming elections: Report

Tapei | December 28, 2023 7:52:21 PM IST

In a bid to influence the upcoming elections in Taiwan, China pressurised a popular Taiwan-based band, Mayday, to declare that China and Taiwan belong to the same country ahead of Taiwan's elections in January 2024, CNN reported on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan International Airlines privatization plan fails due to its financial obligations

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 7:52:12 PM IST

The privatisation plan of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has faced setbacks for the upcoming year as the privatisation commission couldn't resolve issues related to loan repayments and legal matters, ARY News reported on Thursday. ... read..

China hints at making further cuts to free trade agreement with Taiwan

Beijing | December 28, 2023 6:50:59 PM IST

The Chinese government has hinted at making further cuts to its free trade agreement if the Taiwanese government adheres to the path of Taiwan's independence, Taiwan News reported, citing China's Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) spokesperson Chen Binhua. ... read..

Pakistan: Baloch protestors accuse Islamabad Police of switching off sound system to disrupt protest

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 6:50:45 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), which is organising the Baloch protest march in Islamabad, accused the police of sabotaging their seminar preparations by switching off their sound system, Dawn reported. ... read..

Indonesia: Students storm into Rohingya refugee camp, demand deportation

Jakarta | December 28, 2023 5:51:32 PM IST

A large crowd of Indonesian students stormed into a convention camp housing Rohingya refugees from Myanmar on Wednesday demanding their deportation, CNN reported. ... read..

Pakistan's economic model failed, only benefits elite people: World Bank

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 5:51:14 PM IST

In the wake of the economic crisis in Pakistan, World Bank Country Director for Pakistan, Najy Benhassine said that Pakistan's economic development is limited to the elite which resulted in the country lagging behind its fellow countries, Pak Vernacular m ... read..

Pakistan: Rawalpindi court sends Shah Mehmood Qureshi to 14-day judicial remand in May 9 case

Islamabad | December 28, 2023 5:51:08 PM IST

A Rawalpindi Court sent Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI) Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi to a 14-day judicial remand on Thursday in a fresh case related to May 9 riots, Dawn reported. ... read..

Four Indian nationals duped with job offers in Myanmar repatriated

New Delhi | December 28, 2023 5:51:01 PM IST

The Myanmar government repatriated this week four more Indian nationals who were victims of job offers from transitional crime syndicates in Myanmar, the Indian embassy in Myanmar said on Thursday. ... read..

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