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Qatar court commutes death sentence of former Indian Navy personnel imprisoned in Qatar, reduces sentence to jail terms
New Delhi | December 28, 2023 4:51:27 PM IST
The Qatari Court on Thursday commuted the death penalty sentence of eight ex-Indian naval officers it had arrested last year in the Dahra Global case, Ministry of External Affairs said in a press statement. The sentence has now been reduced to jail terms. ... read..


Earthquake of magnitude 6.3 jolts Japan's Kuril Islands
Tokyo | December 28, 2023 4:51:19 PM IST
An earthquake of magnitude 6.3 on the Richter Scale jolted Japan's Kuril Islands on Thursday, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. ... read..


UAE: Hatta Festival's inaugural edition features variety of popular creative workshops
Middle East | December 28, 2023 3:52:10 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): The inaugural edition of the Hatta Festival has stirred a wave of anticipation and excitement among visitors of different age groups and interests, who are being drawn to a unique variety of creative and artistic worksh ... read..


Fifth batch of medical volunteers join UAE field hospital in Gaza
Middle East | December 28, 2023 3:52:02 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 28 (ANI/WAM): A new batch of medical volunteers joined their colleagues at the UAE field hospital in Gaza. ... read..


Suicide drone from Syria crashes in Golan Heights
Middle East | December 28, 2023 3:51:48 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): An Iran-backed militia in Syria launched a suicide drone at Israel's southern Golan Heights. ... read..


Year Ender 2023: India's assistance holds the boat for Sri Lanka as it battles waves of economic crisis
New Delhi | December 28, 2023 3:51:19 PM IST
As Sri Lanka's battle against economic crisis remains persistent, India's assistance to the island nation gives the country an anchorage to hold its boat under its 'neighbourhood first' policy. ... read..


Mauritius PM Jugnauth organises diplomatic reception, stresses importance of bilateral, friendly and economic ties
Port Louis | December 28, 2023 2:51:10 PM IST
Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Jugnauth organised a diplomatic reception in Balaclava on Wednesday, as part of year-end celebrations, Le Matinal, a Mauritius-based media platform reported. ... read..


"His dedication to nation is source of motivation": EAM Jaishankar pays tribute to Arun Jaitley on his birth anniversary
New Delhi | December 28, 2023 2:50:51 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday paid tribute to former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on his birth anniversary. ... read..


North Korean leader Kim Jong Un orders military to 'accelerate' war preparations
Pyongyang | December 28, 2023 2:50:37 PM IST
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has instructed the military, including its nuclear programme, to 'accelerate' war preparations in response to what he described as unprecedented hostile steps by the United States, according to Al Jazeera. ... read..


Pak General Elections 2024: PKR17 billion allocated for security purpose by caretaker govt
Islamabad | December 28, 2023 1:50:34 PM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has allocated (PKR)17 billion for security linked to the upcoming general election in 2024 on Thursday. ... read..


US deploys cutting-edge military capabilities in Indo-Pacific, supports India's defence modernization plans
Washington, DC | December 28, 2023 12:50:54 PM IST
To maintain deterrence in the Indo-Pacific and assist India in bolstering its defence modernisation plans, the United States is deploying cutting-edge military capabilities to its allies. ... read..


IDF uncovers Hamas' tunnels inside, around multiple hospitals within Gaza
Tel Aviv | December 28, 2023 11:50:42 AM IST
Expanding their offensive against Hamas, Israel Defence Forces located and destroyed three terror tunnel shafts belonging to the Hamas terror organization near the Rantisi Hospital and in the nearby High School on Wednesday. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf seeks permission for rallies, meetings with Imran Khan in run up to Feb 8 polls
Islamabad | December 28, 2023 11:50:27 AM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) filed four petitions with the Islamabad High Court (IHC), seeking a level playing field, permission to hold public rallies and political gatherings, and the facilitation of ongoing meetings between party leaders and impr ... read..


Needs of 40 per cent of children in Afghanistan remain unmet: Report
Kabul | December 28, 2023 11:50:13 AM IST
In its most recent study, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) stated that 40 per cent of children in Afghanistan do not meet their needs, emphasising that one-third of the country's youngsters are involved in labour work, according to Khaama Press. ... read..


Police authorities in Canada to make arrests in Nijjar killing case soon: Report
Ottawa | December 28, 2023 10:50:21 AM IST
In the latest update to the India-Canada diplomatic row over the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar earlier this year, two men who authorities suspect fatally shot him in British Columbia are being watched by police and are anticipated to be ... read..


Missing student Zaheer Baloch released by Islamabad police after 5-days of disappearance
Islamabad | December 28, 2023 9:50:10 AM IST
Amid the ongoing protests by Baloch activists against 'enforced disappearances' and alleged extrajudicial killings by the Pakistani forces, Zaheer Baloch, a PhD student has been released by Islamabad police after a five-day disappearance, reported The Bal ... read..


China warns military enthusiasts of imprisonment for sharing defence-related photos online
Beijing | December 28, 2023 8:51:06 AM IST
In the realm of open-source intelligence, a primary method for Western experts to monitor China's military activities is by scrutinising photos of People's Liberation Army's new equipment shared online by amateur enthusiasts, CNN reported. ... read..


China's 'reunification' with Taiwan is 'inevitable': Xi Jinping
Beijing | December 28, 2023 8:51:04 AM IST
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has claimed that the "reunification" of Taiwan with China is "inevitable," emphasising Beijing's longstanding stance ahead of a crucial election in Taiwan next month, CNN reported. ... read..


Israeli government approves expansion of Haifa airport
Middle East | December 28, 2023 8:51:02 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel's government approved a plan of the Ministry of Transport for the development of the airport in Haifa. The development is intended to allow for the expansion of the airport to handle more international flig ... read..


Commemorations of 20th anniversary of Karbala bombings held
Middle East | December 28, 2023 7:51:00 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): Commemorative ceremonies were held in Bulgaria to mark the 20th anniversary of the Karbala bombings in Iraq. ... read..


54 local Arab towns to get millions in funding for infrastructure
Middle East | December 28, 2023 7:50:57 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 28 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Construction and Housing and the Authority for the Economic Development of the Minority Sector in Israel's Ministry of Social Equality revealed the list of 54 projects in 24 Arab towns that me ... read..


Michigan court decides Trump will remain candidate in GOP amid Capitol attack challenge
Michigan | December 28, 2023 6:50:22 AM IST
The Michigan Supreme Court has dismissed a bid to exclude ex-President Donald Trump from the 2024 primary ballot based on the US Constitution's "insurrectionist ban," CNN reported. ... read..


Bangladesh polls: Sheikh Hasina's party manifesto pledges ongoing cooperation, friendly ties with India
Dhaka | December 28, 2023 5:50:41 AM IST
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has promised to maintain cooperation and friendly relations with India if she is re-elected in the parliamentay polls next month. ... read..


US announces final USD 250 million military aid package for Ukraine
Washington, DC | December 28, 2023 4:50:51 AM IST
The US State Department has announced a military aid package worth USD 250 million, the final such package that the United States will provide to Ukraine until Congress approves the Joe Biden administration's funding requests, CNN reported. ... read..


"Will be glad to see PM Modi paying visit to Russia": Vladimir Putin
Moscow | December 28, 2023 3:51:42 AM IST
President Vladimir Putin has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Russia next year. ... read..


PM Modi "willing to do his utmost" to resolve Russia-Ukraine issue by "peaceful means": Putin
Moscow | December 28, 2023 3:51:40 AM IST
President Vladimir Putin has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "willing to do his utmost" to address the Russia-Ukraine issue through "peaceful means". ... read..


Jacques Delors, former European Union's Commission president, dies at 98
Paris | December 28, 2023 3:51:36 AM IST
Jacques Delors, the former European Commission chief and a key figure in the establishment of the European Union's historic single currency project, passed away at the age of 98, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


India-Russia trade exceeds USD 50 billion: Jaishankar highlights progress, cooperation in key sectors
Moscow | December 28, 2023 3:51:32 AM IST
In a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar underscored the significant progress in India-Russia bilateral trade, surpassing USD 50 billion. ... read..


Pakistan: 'Haq Do Tehreek' holds motorcycle rally in Gwadar, demands end to enforced disappearance of political activists
Balochistan | December 27, 2023 11:52:29 PM IST
A motorcycle rally was carried out in Pakistan's Gwadar led by Chairman Maulana Hidayatur Rehman Baloch on Tuesday calling for an end to extrajudicial killings and the enforced disappearances of political activists, students and human rights activists, Pa ... read..


Post drone attack on ship, Indian Coast Guard expands operations along maritime borders in Arabian Sea
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 11:52:27 PM IST
After the drone attack on a merchant vessel in the Arabian Sea on Saturday, the Indian Coast Guard has expanded its operations in the Arabian Sea along the Exclusive Economic Zone with an increased number of offshore patrol vessels and 50 per cent increas ... read..


UAE provides urgent food supplies and humanitarian relief to flood-affected Seychelles
Middle East | December 27, 2023 11:52:19 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): Today, the UAE dispatched a plane carrying 50 tonnes of aid in food supplies to the Republic of Seychelles to provide humanitarian relief to thousands of families impacted by the recent floods, which have caused sev ... read..


"Erdogan last person to preach morality to us": Benjamin Netanyahu hits back on "Hitler" remark
Tel Aviv | December 27, 2023 11:52:04 PM IST
Hitting out at Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan over his "Hitler" remarks against him, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Erdogan is the "last person" to preach morality to Israel. ... read..


UAE stocks surge, market cap jumps over AED2.84bn
Middle East | December 27, 2023 11:51:57 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): UAE stocks bolstered their gains on Wednesday, with their market capitalisation rising by over AED2.84 billion. ... read..


Israel: Druze Restaurant goes Kosher to unite with soldiers
Middle East | December 27, 2023 11:51:55 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): The aroma of spices and the sound rattling of pans filled the kitchen of the Noor restaurant. The restaurant, nestled in the Galilee Druze village of Julis, was made kosher in an act of solidarity with soldiers pa ... read..


UAE: Dubai's realty transactions exceed AED4bn Wednesday
Middle East | December 27, 2023 11:51:38 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's real estate market recorded 494 sales transactions worth AED2.18 billion on Wednesday, in addition to 101 mortgage deals totalling AED1.07 billion, and 42 gift deals amounting to AED787.19 million, data released ... read..


"Ukrainian neo-Nazis...": Russia accuses Kyiv of "barbaric shelling" of residential areas
Moscow | December 27, 2023 10:50:29 PM IST
Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out "barbaric shellings" in the residential areas in Russian regions leading to severe damages and suffering. ... read..


Israel increases aid to artists during wartime
Middle East | December 27, 2023 10:50:27 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Ministry of Culture and Sports offered additional aid to artists, increasing its aid fund's budget 400 per cent. It will amount to 6 million Shekels (USD 1.62 million). ... read..


"Pakistan government involved in multi-billion corruption, FIA should investigate", says former provincial minister
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 10:50:25 PM IST
Former provincial Forest Minister and senior Vice President of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Imran Wakil accused the Gilgit Baltistan government in the Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir (PoK) of being involved in corruption on a large scale, Pakistan verna ... read..


Gilgit-Baltistan: Protests held in Skardu over hike in prices of wheat
Gilgit-Baltistan | December 27, 2023 10:50:17 PM IST
A protest on the call of the coordination committee of the All-Party Alliance was held in the Skardu area of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir's Gilgit-Baltistan against the rise in the price of wheat and the removal of subsidy, Pakistan vernacular media Daily K2 ... read..


Union Cabinet approves proposal to open Consulate General of India in New Zealand's Auckland
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 9:50:39 PM IST
Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal to open a Consulate General of India in New Zealand's Auckland. The Consulate is likely to be opened and fully operationalised within a time frame of 12 months. ... read..


'Migration and Mobility Agreement' between India and Italy approved by Cabinet
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 9:50:28 PM IST
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the proposal of the Ministry of External Affairs to sign and ratify the Migration and Mobility Agreement between India and Italy, the Cabinet informed in a r ... read..


It's beauty pageant for elephants in Nepal!
By Binod Prasad Adhikari

Sauraha | December 27, 2023 9:50:18 PM IST
Tippy-toes walk, scribbles all over the body, eyeliners, nail polishes and cleanliness; it's the beauty contest of Elephants in Nepal. ... read..


Israel spending millions on environmental projects
Middle East | December 27, 2023 9:50:10 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Land Authority announced that in the coming year, it will allocate approximately 400 million Shekels (USD 110 million) to about 110 environmental and ecological projects and make them accessible to the ... read..


For India, Russia is valued and time-tested partner: EAM Jaishankar
Moscow | December 27, 2023 8:51:15 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called Russia India's "valued and time-tested" partner. He said India and Russia have benefited enormously from the relationship that the two nations share and added that the developments in various sect ... read..


"Exchanged views on Indo-Pacific, Ukraine conflict..." Jaishankar on discussions with Lavrov
Moscow | December 27, 2023 8:50:30 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held extensive discussions with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on a wide range of global issues Indo-Pacific, Ukraine conflict as well as Gaza. ... read..


"G20 Summit triumph for Indian foreign policy": Lavrov bats for permanent seat at UNSC
Moscow | December 27, 2023 7:51:10 PM IST
Hailing the G20 communique under New Delhi's presidency, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov affirmed Moscow's support for India's candidacy as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. ... read..


"Ready to support India's initiative to produce military products as part of Made In India program": Russian Foreign Minister
Moscow | December 27, 2023 6:51:43 PM IST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday expressed Russia's willingness to support India's initiative to produce military products as part of 'Made In India' program. Lavrov said he and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar during the meeting ... read..


Negotiations for FTA between India, Eurasian Economic Union to resume in January: Jaishankar
Moscow | December 27, 2023 6:51:35 PM IST
Appreciating the India-Russia trade, which is at an all-time high, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement between India and the Eurasian Economic Union will resume in January next year. ... read..


India, Russia have lived up to responsibilities of "special, priviliged strategic partnership": Jaishankar
Moscow | December 27, 2023 5:51:25 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the relationship between India and Russia have been "very strong and steady" and stressed that the two nations have lived up to the responsibilities of a "special and priviliged strategic partnership." ... read..


"India, Russia interested in open, fair political, economic system for everyone": Sergey Lavrov
Moscow | December 27, 2023 5:51:12 PM IST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Wednesday that the long India-Russia relationship is moving consistently, adding that both New Delhi and Moscow are interested in having an "open and fair political and economic system" for everyone. ... read..


"Expecting strong Russian participation at Vibrant Gujarat...": Jaishankar
Moscow | December 27, 2023 4:52:15 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday discussed international strategic situation, conflicts and tensions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow, adding that India expects a strong Russian participation at the Vibrant Gujarat ... read..


Turkey's parliamentary committee gives nod to Sweden's NATO bid
Ankara | December 27, 2023 3:52:34 PM IST
Sweden's NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) membership application has been approved by the Turkish parliament's foreign affairs commission, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


EAD, ADQ announce partnership with Dendra to leverage advanced seeding drones
Asia | December 27, 2023 3:52:13 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) and ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, have announced their partnership with Dendra, an international environmental technology company, to leverage advanced ... read..


ADNIC wins 'Best Sustainable Insurer of the Year' at Global Sustainability Leadership Awards
Middle East | December 27, 2023 3:52:11 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC) was named 'Best Sustainable Insurer of the Year' at the Global Sustainability Leadership Awards by the World Sustainability Congress. ... read..


Growth indicators of insurance sector in UAE reflect dynamic, active market
Middle East | December 27, 2023 3:52:09 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The insurance sector in the UAE witnessed growth and expansion across various key indicators during 2022, according to a report by the Central Bank of the UAE, reflecting a strong, dynamic, and active market driven by i ... read..


Sindhi teenagers detained for backing Baloch protesters in Islamabad
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 2:51:40 PM IST
Pakistan security authorities detained four Sindhi teenagers in Mirpur Khas for their participation in a demonstration in support of Baloch women and children participating in a sit-in protest in Islamabad, according to The Balochistan Post that cited the ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi re-arrested from Adiala jail
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 2:51:09 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice Chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi, who was granted bail in the cypher case by the Pakistan Apex court last week, has been rearrested outside the Adiala Jail on Wednesday, reported Dawn. ... read..


High-level representatives from CICA member states reflect on 2023 achievements, discuss outlook for next year
Astana | December 27, 2023 2:51:04 PM IST
Under the chairmanship of Kazakhstan and the CICA (Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia) Secretariat, high-level representatives from CICA member states gathered to assess the year's successes and discuss the organization's p ... read..


Intel investing USD 25 billion in Israeli manufacturing facility
Middle East | December 27, 2023 1:51:25 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): Intel Israel and Israeli government authorities announced plans to build a new manufacturing facility in Kiryat Gat on Tuesday morning with a USD 25 billion investment. ... read..


UAE: Bahrain launches real estate data bank platform 'Aqari'
Middle East | December 27, 2023 1:51:23 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The Kingdom of Bahrain on Tuesday launched the real estate data bank platform (Aqari Data Bank), which is among the e-services launched by the Kingdom's Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA). ... read..


UAE: Sharjah Scout Theatre Festival to take place next Friday
Middle East | December 27, 2023 1:51:21 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 27 (ANI/WAM): The 11th Sharjah Scout Theatre Festival will take place next Friday at the Sharjah Scouts Commission headquarters, under the patronage of Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sha ... read..


Pakistan media criticises government for crackdown on Baloch long march protesters
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 1:51:19 PM IST
The crackdown on Baloch long march protesters has brought a lot of criticism to the federal government for not being able to ensure the safety of people, after unidentified armed men took away the sound system used by the demonstrators, according to Dawn. ... read..


Pak: Electoral Commission bans govt employees from participating in poll activities
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 1:51:09 PM IST
Ahead of the 2024 general elections, the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) issued an advisory, instructing government employees, including officers to refrain from participating in political activities, as reported by Dawn. ... read..


Detained Chinese dissidents' wives continue advocacy from abroad
Beijing | December 27, 2023 12:51:53 PM IST
Despite the Chinese government's efforts to cut down on public attention on human rights cases in the country, the wives of dissidents who were arrested in April have been advocating for their husbands globally to raise awareness about human rights abuses ... read..


Taiwan's Presidential frontrunners clash over future of trade with Beijing
Taipei | December 27, 2023 12:51:49 PM IST
Taiwan's presidential candidates clashed over future trade agreements with China on Tuesday, as the two leaders presented contrasting opinions regarding the same. ... read..


Beijing records longest cold wave since 1951
Beijing | December 27, 2023 12:51:47 PM IST
China's Beijing recorded the longest cold wave since records began in 1951 as the freezing temperature and snowfall experienced in the Chinese capital and elsewhere began to ease, CNN reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Over 100 protesters continue to remain in police custody, says Baloch Yakjehti Committee
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 11:50:36 AM IST
With the current number of released Baloch protesters standing at 160, the Baloch Yakjehti Committee has said that more than a hundred protesters continue to remain detained by police, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


Israel National Security Council issues advisory for Israelis in India, asks them to avoid crowded places
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 10:50:46 AM IST
Following the bomb explosion near the Israeli embassy in New Delhi on Tuesday, the Israel National Security Council issued an advisory for Israelis staying in India, particularly in New Delhi, advising them to avoid visiting crowded places and places that ... read..


Pakistan's Intelligence Agency blames 'ordinary hackers' for audio leaks of politicians
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 10:50:44 AM IST
The Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) of Pakistan pointed out that ordinary individuals or hackers could be responsible for the recent audio leaks involving politicians, judges and their relatives, Dawn reported. ... read..


Six injured in firing incident in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 9:51:01 AM IST
Six people were injured after unknown assailants fired at a passenger van near Saddar police station in the Hangu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as reported by The News International. ... read..


Baloch activist criticises Pakistani media's coverage of their long march, demonstrations
Balochistan | December 27, 2023 9:50:56 AM IST
Political activist, Mahrang Baloch, a key figure in the ongoing Baloch protest in Islamabad, has slammed the Pakistani media for its coverage of the protests, according to The Balochistan Post. ... read..


Religious party worker fatally shot in 'targeted attack' in Karachi
Karachi | December 27, 2023 7:51:38 AM IST
In what police are characterising as a suspected targeted attack, a religious party worker was shot dead in Karachi's Korangi area, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


83 trucks of aid, 7 ambulances enter Gaza
Middle East | December 27, 2023 6:51:57 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories) Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) reported that on Tuesday 83 humanitarian aid trucks and seven ambulances were inspe ... read..


Israeli Reserve soldiers stumble upon 1,500 year-old lamp
Middle East | December 27, 2023 6:51:55 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): Two Israeli reserve soldiers unexpectedly stumbled upon a small, well-preserved Byzantine oil lamp at an army staging area in southern Israel near the Gaza border, the Israel Antiquities Authority announced on Tue ... read..


Israel: Millions allocated to deal with trash problems caused by war
Middle East | December 27, 2023 6:51:53 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 27 (ANI/TPS): The Ministry of Environmental Protection issued a call for support in the amount of 43 million Shekels (USD 12 million) for special emergency assistance to local authorities throughout the country - the Western Ne ... read..


Ukraine attacks Russian landing ship in Crimea, raising tensions
Kyiv | December 27, 2023 6:51:51 AM IST
Ukraine claimed that it had successfully targeted and destroyed a large Russian landing ship docked in a Crimean port overnight, The Washington Post reported. ... read..


US shoots down 12 Houthi attack drones, 5 missiles in Red Sea
Sanaa | December 27, 2023 6:51:49 AM IST
The United States said on Tuesday said that it had shot down twelve attack drones and five missiles, which it claimed were launched by the Iran-backed Houthis. ... read..


Pakistan: Accident claims lives of three filming TikTok video
Lahore | December 27, 2023 6:51:47 AM IST
In a tragic accident near Sheikhupura district of Punjab, three youths lost their lives while shooting a video for the popular video-sharing platform TikTok, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Imran Khan appeals to Supreme Court to nullify Toshakhana conviction, seeks clearance for election participation
Islamabad | December 27, 2023 3:51:36 AM IST
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan has once again knocked on the door of the Supreme Court, seeking nullification of his conviction in the Toshakhana case, Geo News reported. ... read..


Indian Navy intensifies maritime security operations in Arabian Sea following recent incidents
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 3:51:35 AM IST
In response to the recent maritime incidents in the Arabian Sea, the Indian Navy has commenced focused maritime security operations in the region. The navy has significantly increased the presence of warships and enhanced air surveillance to safeguard the ... read..


EAM Jaishankar, Lavrov to discuss bilateral cooperation, global affairs in Moscow talks
Moscow | December 27, 2023 3:51:29 AM IST
Negotiations between External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov are set to take place in Moscow on Wednesday, the Russian Embassy in India said in a statement. ... read..


"Strong possibility of drone attack" on MV Chem Pluto in Arabian Sea: Indian Navy
New Delhi | December 27, 2023 3:51:23 AM IST
The Indian Navy's preliminary analysis of the recent attack on merchant vessel, MV Chem Pluto, in the Arabian Sea has indicated a "strong possibility of a drone attack," the Indian Navy said. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar holds 'productive' meeting with Russia's Deputy PM, affirms bilateral cooperation
Moscow | December 26, 2023 11:52:13 PM IST
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday met with Russia's Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov and held a 'comprehensive' and 'productive' meeting to discuss the bilateral economic cooperation between the two countries. ... read..


India-Russia relationship the only constant in world politics: EAM Jaishankar
Moscow | December 26, 2023 11:52:11 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said that while there have been ups and downs in relationships between all countries, the only constant in global politics has been the ties between India and Russia. ... read..


Papua New Guinea plans consulate in Israel's Biblical heartland
Middle East | December 26, 2023 11:52:09 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 26 (ANI/TPS): Papua New Guinea is set to become the first nation to open an honorary consulate in the biblical heartland, after inaugurating an embassy in Jerusalem earlier this year, Israel's foreign minister announced on Mond ... read..


Ahmed bin Mohammed chairs meeting of Dubai Media Council, approves Dubai Media's strategy
Asia | December 26, 2023 11:52:07 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 26 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, has approved the new strategy and action plan for Dubai Media (formerly known as Dubai Media Incorpo ... read..


UAE: Rubu' Qarn draws curtain on its 4th Station
Middle East | December 26, 2023 11:52:05 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], December 26 (ANI/WAM): The Rubu' Qarn Creating Future Leaders and Innovators concluded its promotional campaign, "Rubu' Qarn Station", where the fourth station was held on Khorfakkan Beach. ... read..


Sharjah to host 7th edition of Arab Women Sports Tournament
Asia | December 26, 2023 11:52:03 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], December 26 (ANI/WAM): Arab women athletes are gearing up for the grand stage of the 7th edition of the Arab Women Sports Tournament (AWST) slated to take place in the emirate of Sharjah from 2nd to 12th February 2024. ... read..


Expo Centre Sharjah to gather 275 exhibitors for SteelFab 2024
Asia | December 26, 2023 11:51:57 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], December 26 (ANI/WAM): Expo Centre Sharjah is gearing up to organise the 19th edition of the SteelFab exhibition - the metalworking sector's biggest event across the Middle East and North Africa. ... read..


Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi launched to further strengthen maritime sector
Middle East | December 26, 2023 11:51:53 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 26 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Maritime, part of AD Ports Group, working in cooperation with the Integrated Transport Centre - Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has announced the official launch of Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi ... read..


"100 Nepalis serving in Russian army missing, injured," claims Foreign Minister Saud
Sauraha | December 26, 2023 10:52:00 PM IST
Nepali Foreign Minister Narayan Prasad Saud claimed on Tuesday that around 100 Nepalis serving in the Russian army are missing and injured during the ongoing battle against Ukrainian forces. ... read..


"I am your new Santa Claus": Alexei Navalny from Arctic jail
Moscow | December 26, 2023 10:51:58 PM IST
While confirming being held in a remote Arctic prison, jailed Russian leader Alexei Navalny said that he was in good spirits after a "pretty exhausting" 20-day transfer from a prison in the Vladimir region, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


"All workers, diplomats safe": Israeli deputy ambassador over 'blast' near embassy in Delhi
New Delhi | December 26, 2023 10:51:50 PM IST
After a blast near the Israel embassy in New Delhi, Israel's Deputy Ambassador to India, Ohad Nakash Kaynar, said on Tuesday that the workers and the diplomats at the Israel embassy are safe and their security teams are investigating the matter further. ... read..


Protest in PoK against Islamabad's regressive policies
Bhimber | December 26, 2023 10:51:46 PM IST
Political activists in the Bhimber town of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir organised a protest rally opposing Islamabad's repressive grasp on the region. ... read..


Smita Pant appointed as next Indian ambassador to Uzbekistan
New Delhi | December 26, 2023 10:51:44 PM IST
Smita Pant, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Uzbekistan, said MEA in a press statement on Tuesday. ... read..


Hemant Kotalwar appointed Indian envoy to Finland
New Delhi | December 26, 2023 10:51:42 PM IST
Hemant H Kotalwar, who is presently India's Ambassador to the Czech Republic, has been appointed as the next Ambassador to Finland, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday. ... read..


PoK: Public Action Committee rejects Pak govt decision to hike wheat bag prices
Gilgit-Baltistan | December 26, 2023 10:51:38 PM IST
The Public Action Committee Gilgit Baltistan held a joint meeting of the core committee and advisory council at a local hotel and rejected the government's decision to set the price of a bag of wheat at Rs 3600 and the imposition of cruel taxes under the ... read..


Pak Election Commission accepts Nawaz Sharif's nomination papers for Lahore
Islamabad | December 26, 2023 9:52:06 PM IST
The Pakistan Election Commission's returning officer (RO) of National Assembly (NA)-130 Lahore accepted the nomination papers of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif for the upcoming general elections, The Express Tribune reported on ... read..


Pakistan: Imran Khan's party vice chairman Shah Mehmood Qureshi detained in Adiala Jail for 15 days
Rawalpindi | December 26, 2023 9:51:53 PM IST
The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Vice Chairman, Shah Mehmood Qureshi has been detained in Adiala Jail in Rawalpindi for 15 days citing that the leader's release may pose a threat to peace and security, The Express Tribune reported on Tuesday. ... read..


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