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Camel races recall memories of past, enhance achievements of present: Sultan bin Hamdan
Middle East | December 25, 2023 12:20:04 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Adviser to the UAE President and Chairman of the UAE Camel Racing Federation, thanked President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, for supporting heritage sports, mo ... read..


Pakistan: Nine members of family killed after fire erupts at house in KP's Abbottabad
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 11:20:39 PM IST
Nine members of a family died after their house caught fire in Tarhairi village in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Abbottabad district on Sunday, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Netanyahu tells cabinet Israeli military decisions not 'dictated' by outsiders
Middle East | December 24, 2023 11:20:37 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): At the start of the meeting of the Israeli cabinet on Sunday, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his appreciation for the American government's continued support during the ongoing war in Gaza but also st ... read..


Prayers and Carole: Christians in Nepal mark Christmas Eve
Lalitpur | December 24, 2023 11:20:33 PM IST
Christians on Sunday evening gathered at Assumption Church in Nepal's Lalitpur for the mass prayer and singing Carole marking Christmas Eve--the evening before the birth of Jesus Christ. ... read..


Year Ender 2023: Trump entrapped in legal hassles, Biden struggles ahead of US Presidential polls
Washington DC | December 24, 2023 11:20:29 PM IST
Recent survey ahead of US presidential elections revealed that former President Donald Trump is leading incumbent President Joe Biden in pivotal swing states critical for the 2024 race, however, Trump is trapped in legal hassles, indicted on multiple crim ... read..


Indian Navy closely monitoring situation in Arabian Sea after suspected drone attack
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 11:20:27 PM IST
The Indian Navy swiftly responded to the maritime incident involving a drone attack on MT Chem Pluto in the Arabian Sea and continues to monitor the situation very closely with all stakeholders, the Ministry of Defence informed in a press release. ... read..


Chinese students appearing for postgraduate entrance exam drop amid lack of job options: Report
Beijing | December 24, 2023 11:20:23 PM IST
The number of applicants for China's 2024 National Postgraduate Entrance Exam (NPEE) has dropped for the first time since 2015, China-based Global Times reported citing the Ministry of Education (MOE) on Sunday. ... read..


Pakistan: Khan of Kalat condemns Islamabad Police's action against Baloch women
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 11:20:20 PM IST
Khan of Kalat Mir Sulaiman Dawood Ahmedzai has condemned the violence and inhumane atrocities of Islamabad police on Baloch women, Pakistan-based The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..


UAE: FTA issues guide outlining criteria to determine natural persons subject to corporate tax
Middle East | December 24, 2023 11:20:18 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has issued a new guide outlining the criteria to determine natural persons subject to the Corporate Tax Law, which came into effect on June 1, 2023. ... read..


Israel employment rate affected by war in Gaza
Middle East | December 24, 2023 11:20:08 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics released the Labor Force Survey data for November 2023. The work rates were eschewed from the same period in 2022 due to the ongoing Iron Swords War in Gaza because entire loc ... read..


UAE: Crowds throng to Sharjah shopping promotions for winter festivities, spectacular shows
Middle East | December 24, 2023 11:20:06 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Shopping Promotions, organised by the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), has been attracting crowds to a diverse spectrum of events that have garnered the participation of the biggest and best sh ... read..


Israel strikes 200 targets in Gaza over past day: IDF
Tel Aviv | December 24, 2023 10:19:58 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said on Sunday that its ground, aerial and naval forces hit approximately 200 targets in Gaza over the past day, CNN reported. Israel's attack came after the IDF announced it was expanding its ground operations. ... read..


"This war is exacting a high price...but we have no other choice": Benjamin Netanyahu
Tel Aviv | December 24, 2023 10:19:52 PM IST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed grief over the deaths of Israeli soldiers who were killed over the weekend amid the ongoing war with terror group Hamas, Times of Israel reported. ... read..


UAE: Dubai Police organises 'Tourist Camps' event
Middle East | December 24, 2023 9:20:32 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Dubai Police, represented by the Tourist Police Department of the General Department for Criminal Investigation, organised events for "Tourist Camps" to provide a safe tourism environment and work towards community ... read..


"The way Indians are embracing this celebration...": Germany envoy appreciates Indians celebrating Christmas
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 9:20:18 PM IST
German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann, appreciated the huge number of Indians celebrating the Christmas festival with so much joy and enthusiasm. ... read..


Pakistan Peoples Party chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari files nomination papers from Larkana
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 9:20:14 PM IST
Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Sunday filed nomination papers for contesting the polls from his party's stronghold NA-194 (Larkana), Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Nawaz Sharif, Maryam file nomination for polls; Bilawal puts challenge in Lahore
Lahore | December 24, 2023 8:21:09 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif and his daughter and senior Vice President of the party, Maryam Nawaz filed nomination papers for the upcoming general elections, Geo News reported. ... read..


European Union contributes 3 million euros to Afghanistan humanitarian aid
Kabul | December 24, 2023 8:20:53 PM IST
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Aid (OCHA) said the European Union has contributed 3 million euros to Afghanistan's humanitarian aid, Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Almost 2,500 terrorists captured outside of Gaza since start of war: IDF
Middle East | December 24, 2023 8:20:35 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) reported that its Special Forces, together with the Shin Bet (Israel's anti-terror General Security Service) operated overnight in a counter-terrorism operation in the Nur al-Shams ... read..


Pakistan: Detained Baloch protestors released by Islamabad Police after heavy backlash
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 8:20:27 PM IST
Days after being held for protesting against 'enforced disappearances' against the Pakistani government, the detained Baloch protestors were released by the Islamabad Police on Sunday, after their bail was approved, The News International reported. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar to visit Russia from December 25-29, meet Russian Dy PM Manturov, Foreign Minister Lavrov
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 8:20:25 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to travel to Russia from December 25 to December 29. During his visit, he will meet his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov. ... read..


Indonesia: 13 workers killed, 38 others injured in furnace explosion at nickel factory
Jakarta | December 24, 2023 7:21:03 PM IST
At least 13 workers were killed and 38 others were injured after a furnace explosion at a Chinese-owned nickel factory in Indonesia on Sunday, CNN reported citing officials. The incident occurred at a factory in the Morowali Industrial Park on the island ... read..


"Did not ask for ceasefire in Gaza": Joe Biden after telephonic call with Netanyahu
Washington DC | December 24, 2023 7:20:59 PM IST
United States President Joe Biden held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday and emphasized protecting the civilian population amid the Israel-Hamas war, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Year Ender: Condition of Afghan women plunges to new low under Taliban
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 7:20:55 PM IST
Taliban rule has had a devastating impact on Afghan women and girls. Afghanistan has plunged into an extreme humanitarian crisis following the Taliban takeover of the region in August 2021. ... read..


WHO asks countries to scale up surveillance, protective measures amid surge in Covid cases
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 6:20:40 PM IST
The World Health Organization has urged the countries in the Southeast Asia Region to strengthen surveillance and asked people to take protective measures in view of rising cases of respiratory diseases including influenza and Covid sub-variant JN.1, acco ... read..


Year Ender: PM Modi's camaraderie with President Biden bolsters India-US relations
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 6:20:38 PM IST
The personal camaraderie between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe Biden has pushed the bond between the two world's largest democracies to greater heights. ... read..


Pakistan SC registrar office returns Imran Khan's appeal challenging Toshakhana conviction
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 6:20:30 PM IST
Pakistan Supreme Court (SC) Registrar Office has returned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan's appeal, challenging his conviction in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Indian workers not being brought in, says Taiwan
Taipei | December 24, 2023 5:20:18 PM IST
Taiwanese Labour Minister Hsu Ming-chun on Saturday said that the government has no plans to bring as many as 100,000 migrant workers from India to Taiwan, Taiwan's Central News Agency (CNA) reported. ... read..


Israel discovers Hamas bomb belts adapted for children
| December 24, 2023 4:21:12 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): The Israeli military struck 200 terror infrastructure targets in Gaza over the past 24 hours and seized weapons belonging to Hamas, the Israel Defence Forces said on Sunday. ... read..


RTA to construct 762 bus shelters in key Dubai areas by 2025
Middle East | December 24, 2023 4:21:08 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to construct 762 public bus shelters in strategic locations throughout the emirate. ... read..


Israel presses Gaza offensive, seizes large amounts of weapons
Middle East | December 24, 2023 4:21:05 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): Israel pressed its offensive against Hamas on Thursday night as soldiers uncovered and destroyed rocket launchers and other weapons, the Israel Defense Forces said on Friday morning. ... read..


UAE holds final forum on economic Policy Alignment Project in cooperation with OECD
Middle East | December 24, 2023 4:21:03 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The Ministry of Economy, in cooperation with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), organised the final forum on the UAE's Economic Policy Alignment Project, which was launched in February ... read..


Pak's Islamic educational institute issues Fatwa declaring TikTok as 'Illegal and Haram'
Karachi | December 24, 2023 3:20:53 PM IST
Jamia Binoria Town, a prominent religious school in Karachi, the capital of Sindh province, has issued a fatwa (a religious decree) declaring the use of TikTok illegal and haram, terming it the biggest temptation of the modern era, Pakistani vernacular me ... read..


Israel: Residents of Judea, Samaria fear return of Palestinian labourers
Middle East | December 24, 2023 3:20:49 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): The Berkleys live on a quiet street in Karnei Shomron, Samaria where almost every second house is undergoing necessary renovations. The homes, built in the 1980s when the town was first established, need weatherpr ... read..


Israel police attacked during riot in Barta'a
Middle East | December 24, 2023 3:20:46 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 24 (ANI/TPS): Friday night, during an operation in the town of Barta'a - nor far from Netanya on the coast and located just to the east of the pre-1967 borderline - police officers arrested a suspect who tried to attack the Isr ... read..


Nicaragua: Second Bishop arrested in escalating crackdown on Catholic Church
Managua | December 24, 2023 2:20:49 PM IST
Nicaraguan authorities apprehended a second bishop on Thursday (local time) in an extensive crackdown on opposition figures and the Catholic Church led by President Daniel Ortega's government, CNN reported, citing sources. ... read..


German police tighten security at Cologne cathedral amid threat of attack
Berlin | December 24, 2023 2:20:45 PM IST
German Police carried out searches at a cathedral in the western city of Cologne amid warnings of a possible attack on New Year's Eve, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..


Brussels: Activists discuss challenges to confront 'fascist' Pakistani regime
Brussels | December 24, 2023 2:20:43 PM IST
Political activists from Pashtun, Balochistan, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Sindh nations gathered in Brussels Press Club Europe in Belgium to participate in an International conference "Oppressed Nations in Pakistan & Human Rights Violations". ... read..


Tensions mount within Pakistan-Tehreek-Insaf amid state machinery 'interference'
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 2:20:31 PM IST
Despite explicit Supreme Court directives, an air of despondency persists within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) ranks, as heavy-handed state machinery actions continue alongside ongoing arrests of PTI-affiliated candidates, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..


EAM Jaishankar condoles demise of Dominican Republic's ambassador Hans Dannenberg
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 1:20:21 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of Ambassador Hans Dannenberg of the Dominican Republic. ... read..


Houthi attack: Navy denies US claim, says MV SAIBABA tank not India-flagged; adds all 25 Indian crew members safe
New Delhi | December 24, 2023 12:20:23 PM IST
Following a drone attack on two vessels in the Red Sea by the Iran-backed Houthi militants, which included MV SAIBABA, a crude oil tanker; the Indian Navy on Sunday said all 25 Indian crew members on board are safe, clarifying that it wasn't an India-flag ... read..


Houthis targeted 2 warships, including India-flagged tanker in Red Sea: US
Washington, DC | December 24, 2023 11:20:27 AM IST
Two warships, including an India-flagged, Gabon-owned tanker, came under Houthi fire in the Red Sea, according to official statements from the US Central Command. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to move court to regain party symbol 'bat'
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 11:20:21 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) said they would approach the Peshawar High Court (PHC) or the Supreme Court against the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to strip the former party's symbol 'Bat', Geo News reported. ... read..


Former Russia minister says its 'no coincidence' Putin critic Alexei Navalny is missing
Moscow | December 24, 2023 11:20:19 AM IST
Former Russian deputy energy minister Vladimir Milov said the timing of Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny's disappearance was 'no coincidence', as he pointed to President Vladimir Putin's announcement to run again in the elections scheduled in 2024 ... read..


Pak caretaker PM sets up panel for talks with Baloch protestors
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 10:20:10 AM IST
Following protests and a long march over days, Pakistan's caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar formed a committee to hold talks with Baloch protestors in Islamabad, ARY News reported. ... read..


Ukraine detains defence official of embezzling USD 40mn in artillery deal
Kyiv | December 24, 2023 10:20:07 AM IST
A high-ranking official within the Ukrainian Defence Ministry has been apprehended on charges of embezzling USD 40 million (1.5 billion Ukrainian hryvnia) related to a contract for artillery shells, CNN reported the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU). ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan appeals in Supreme Court against Islamabad High Court's order on Toshakhana case
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 10:20:05 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan filed a petition in the Supreme Court against the Islamabad High Court's (IHC) order on the Toshakhana case, as reported by Geo News. ... read..


Pentagon says Iranian drone struck chemical tanker in Indian Ocean: Report
Washington, DC | December 24, 2023 9:19:40 AM IST
The Pentagon has said that an Iranian drone on Saturday struck a chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean, Reuters reported. ... read..


US: Man killed, woman injured in shooting at Florida mall
Florida | December 24, 2023 9:19:38 AM IST
A man was killed and a woman injured in a shooting inside a mall at Ocala in Florida on Saturday afternoon, CNN reported citing Ocala Police chief Mike Balken. ... read..


Pakistan: Poliovirus reported in two more environmental samples
Karachi | December 24, 2023 8:19:49 AM IST
Poliovirus has been reported in more environmental samples collected in Karachi and Chaman, ARY News reported. ... read..


UAE financial markets undergoing sustainability-driven transformation, says LSEG's Nadim Najjar
Middle East | December 24, 2023 6:20:44 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Nadim Najjar, Managing Director, Central Eastern Europe, Middle East Africa (CEEMA), for the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), asserted that UAE financial markets are undergoing a remarkable transformation. ... read..


Pak: Deadline for submitting nomination papers to contest elections to conclude today
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 6:20:38 AM IST
The deadline for submitting nomination papers to contest the upcoming Pakistan general elections for the National and Provincial Assembly is set to conclude on Sunday, ARY News reported. ... read..


UN calls on Taliban to stop children's recruitment in security forces
Kabul | December 24, 2023 6:20:36 AM IST
The United Nations (UN) has called on the Taliban to recognise individuals under 18 years of age as children and prevent their recruitment into security forces, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf President Parvez Elahi suffering from chest infection
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 5:20:14 AM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) President Parvez Elahi is suffering from a chest infection, as per sources at the medical facility where he was taken from the Adiala jail, Geo News reported. ... read..


Rising polio risk in Afghanistan as migrants return from Pakistan, warns WHO
Kabul | December 24, 2023 5:20:12 AM IST
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that the recent increase in the number of Afghan returnees from Pakistan, significantly increases the risk of cross-border poliovirus spread, Khaama Press reported. ... read..


Kuwait oil price up 33 cents to USD 81.98 pb
Middle East | December 24, 2023 5:20:06 AM IST
Kuwait City [Kuwait], December 24 (ANI/WAM): The price of Kuwaiti crude oil went up by 33 cents to USD 81.98 per barrel on Friday, compared with USD 81.65 pb on Thursday, said Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) on Saturday. ... read..


Majalis Abu Dhabi hosts first group wedding at Majlis Al-Markhaniya
Middle East | December 24, 2023 5:20:04 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 24 (ANI/WAM): Majalis Abu Dhabi, at the Citizens and Community Affairs Office, part of the Presidential Court, has hosted the first group wedding at Majlis Al-Markhaniya in Al Ain. ... read..


Kabul residents worried about increasing crime
Kabul | December 24, 2023 3:19:47 AM IST
Some Kabul residents are worried about the increasing crime in the Afghan capital, TOLO News reported. ... read..


4 killed, 2 injured in truck-car collision in Pakistan's Badin
Sindh | December 24, 2023 2:20:55 AM IST
As many as four people were killed and two injured in a collision between a car and a truck in Pakistan's Badin on Saturday, ARY News reported. ... read..


Baloch Yakjehti Committee gives Pakistan govt 3-day ultimatum for detainees' release
Islamabad | December 24, 2023 2:20:53 AM IST
Baloch protesters demanding an end to enforced disappearances and extrajudicial killings in their province issued a three-day ultimatum to the state on Saturday, as per Dawn newspaper. ... read..


UAE: Dubai's RTA organises 4th forum to discuss 'Legal Structure of Intelligent Transport'
Middle East | December 24, 2023 12:20:06 AM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently organised the 4th Legal Forum under the theme 'The Legal Structure of Intelligent Transport'. ... read..


US Air Force plans to reclaim Pacific island airfield to counter China
Washington DC | December 24, 2023 12:19:44 AM IST
The US Air Force plans to bring the Pacific island airfield that launched the atomic bombings of Japan back into commission, CNN reported citing the service's top officer in the Pacific. The US decision comes as Washington attempts to broaden its basing o ... read..


UAE: Sharjah Ruler opens Kalba Heritage Market
Asia | December 23, 2023 11:21:22 PM IST
Sharjah [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, opened Saturday morning the Kalba Heritage Market, located in the Qalaa area on both sides of Sheikh Saeed bin Hamad Al Qasimi Road ... read..


Sheikh Zayed Festival announces programme to celebrate New Year 2024
Asia | December 23, 2023 11:21:18 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): The Higher Organising Committee of the Sheikh Zayed Festival, currently taking place at Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba showgrounds, has announced its fun New Year's special programme, including events, shows, folkloric perfo ... read..


Hamdan bin Zayed issues resolution regarding invasive marine species policy in Abu Dhabi
Asia | December 23, 2023 11:20:59 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD), issued Resolution No (8) of 2023 regarding the invasi ... read..


UAE: Dubai Police reviews preparations for New Year's Eve celebrations with key strategic partners
Middle East | December 23, 2023 11:20:57 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Police held a meeting with strategic partners, including shopping malls and management of major residential communities, to discuss preparations for New Year's Eve celebrations. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf to approch SC and Peshawar Court against Election Commission's decision: Gohar Ali Khan
Islamabad | December 23, 2023 11:20:55 PM IST
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Barrister Gohar Ali Khan on Saturday said that his party was "deeply upset" over the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) decision to nullify the intra-party polls of PTI and taking away the party's official symbol ... read..


UAE Vice President Mohammed bin Rashid issues decree regulating farms in Dubai
Middle East | December 23, 2023 11:20:52 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, issued Decree No (61) of 2023 regulating farms in Dubai. ... read..


Indian Coast Guard responds as drone strikes India-bound merchant vessel MV Chem Pluto
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | December 23, 2023 11:20:44 PM IST
An India-bound merchant vessel MV Chem Pluto with 20 Indian and one Vietnamese crew member caught fire after it was attacked by a suspected drone and was later secured by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on Saturday, ICG said in an official statement. ... read..


Human Rights Commission of Pakistan condemns crackdown on Baloch protesters
Islamabad | December 23, 2023 10:21:16 PM IST
The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) has condemned what it termed as the violent state crackdown on Baloch protesters, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..


Japan raises defence budget to record USD 56 billion amid tensions in Indo-Pacific
Tokyo | December 23, 2023 10:21:14 PM IST
Amid the rising tensions and security risks in the Indo-Pacific region, Japan has loosened its arms restrictions to allow it to send domestically produced missiles and artillery to countries that include the United states, Al Jazeera reported on Friday. ... read..


Indian Coast Guard ship to escort distressed MV Chem Pluto to Mumbai
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | December 23, 2023 10:21:05 PM IST
The merchant ship MV Chem Pluto which was attacked by a drone on Saturday has started moving at a speed of around 11 nautical miles per hour and will be joined by Indian Coast Guard Ship ICGS Vikram at around 10 p.m., Indian Coast Guard officials said. ... read..


Indian Embassy working with French govt for welfare of Indians currently at Varty Airport
Paris | December 23, 2023 9:21:17 PM IST
The Indian Embassy in France on Saturday said that they are working with the French government for the welfare of Indians who are currently at Varty Airport and for early resolution of the situation. ... read..


US condemns vandalism of Hindu Temple in California
Washington DC | December 23, 2023 9:21:11 PM IST
The US State Department on Saturday condemned the vandalism of the Shri Swaminarayan Temple in California. It welcomed the Newark Police Department's efforts to ensure that those responsible are held accountable. ... read..


College graduates doing two jobs to manage monthly expenses in China
Beijing | December 23, 2023 9:21:01 PM IST
As the unemployment rate among 16-24-year-olds in China reached a record high of 21.3 per cent in June, it raised concerns about the future of tens of millions of college students each year after graduation, VOA reported citing official data. ... read..


Indian Navy aircraft establish connection with distressed vessel MV Chem Pluto
New Delhi | December 23, 2023 8:20:44 PM IST
The Indian Navy's P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft has established communication with the distressed vessel MV Chem Pluto after taking off from INS Hansa naval air base in Goa, Navy officials said on Saturday. ... read..


Pakistani author Hanif Mohammad returns award in protest against action on Balochistan march
Islamabad | December 23, 2023 8:20:27 PM IST
Amid the ongoing Baloch protest in Pakistan, Pakistani author and journalist Hanif Mohammad returned his "Sitara e Imtiaz" award on Saturday in protest against Pakistan's action on the Balochistan march. ... read..


Some analysts, watchdogs express concern over China's deployment of "consular volunteers": Report
Washington DC | December 23, 2023 8:20:19 PM IST
Some analysts and watchdogs have expressed concern over the deployment of so-called "consular volunteers," and see them as part of the Chinese Communist Party's "long arm" abroad, VOA News reported. They have expressed fear that these "consular volunteers ... read..


Indian Dornier aircraft establishes connection with distressed merchant vessel MV Chem Pluto
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | December 23, 2023 8:20:13 PM IST
The Indian Coast Guard Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft established communication with the distressed vessel MV Chem Pluto after it was hit by a drone on Saturday. ... read..


Pak: Imran Khan's party leader Azam Khan announces to contest election against Nawaz Sharif
Islamabad | December 23, 2023 7:20:42 PM IST
The absconding former senator and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader, Azam Khan Swati has announced to contest the election against Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) chief Nawaz Sharif, Pak-vernacular media, Geo News reported on Saturday. ... read..


US intelligence suggests Iran being "deeply involved" in Red Sea attacks on commercial ships
Washington, DC | December 23, 2023 7:20:24 PM IST
The newly released declassified intelligence from the United States suggests Iran has been "deeply involved in planning the operations against commercial vessels in the Red Sea," CNN reported, quoting National Security spokesperson Adrienne Watson. ... read..


Bhutan King unveils vision for Gelephu during National Day celebration at Changlimithang
Thimphu | December 23, 2023 7:20:02 PM IST
Bhutan King unveiled an ambitious vision for Gelephu, a small town located on the country's southern border. ... read..


Kyrgyzstan envoy Beshimov pays working visit to Chennai, attends Kyrgyz-Indian business forum
Bishkek | December 23, 2023 6:21:00 PM IST
The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to India, Askar Beshimov, paid a working visit to Chennai and attended the Kyrgyz-India business forum there. ... read..


Indian Navy, Coast Guard vessels moving towards merchant ship hit by suspected drone attack
Asia | December 23, 2023 6:20:50 PM IST
The Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard vessels are moving towards a merchant vessel, MV Chem Pluto, in the Arabian Sea, which caught fire after a suspected drone attack. ... read..


BFIN-PHDCCI India-Nepal Centre organize "Nepal BFSI Summit 2023" in Kathmandu
Kathmandu | December 23, 2023 6:20:44 PM IST
The Banking, Finance and Insurance Institute of Nepal (BFIN) and "India-Nepal Centre" of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) organized the second edition of "Nepal BFSI Summit 2023" in Kathmandu on December 22. ... read..


Taiwan detects 7 Chinese military aircraft, 2 naval ships around nation
Taipei | December 23, 2023 6:20:40 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of Defence announced on Saturday that it detected seven Chinese military aircraft and two naval vessels around the nation. ... read..


Poet Imroz's departure marks end of literary love saga
New Delhi | December 23, 2023 6:20:23 PM IST
Imroz, the artist whose life intertwined with legendary poetess Amrita Pritam, peacefully departed at the age of 97 in his Mumbai residence due to inevitable grasp of age-related issues, The Khalsa Vox reported on Saturday. ... read..


Pakistan: Gold, jewellery worth over PKR 1 crore stolen from shrine of Sufi saint Lal Shahbaz Qalandar in Sindh
Sindh | December 23, 2023 6:20:19 PM IST
Gold and jewellery worth more than Pakistan Rupees (PKR) 1 crore were stolen from the shrine of well-known Sufi Saint Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar in the Sehwan area of Jamshoro district in Pakistan's Sindh, Pakistan-based vernacular media Express reported ... read..


Impact of Buddhism extends beyond realm of faith in Bhutan: Report
Thimphu | December 23, 2023 5:20:44 PM IST
Buddhism had an influence that went beyond religion. Bhutan's art, architecture, and even government were influenced by it, Bhutan Live reported. ... read..


Gilgit-Baltistan: Protest against surging wheat prices gains momentum
Gilgit-Baltistan | December 23, 2023 5:20:42 PM IST
In response to the spike in wheat prices, the Awami Action Committee and the All-Party Alliance started region-wide protests in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan on December 21. ... read..


Mahant of Janaki Temple in Nepal receives invitation for consecration of Ayodhya Ram Mandir
Janakpur | December 23, 2023 5:20:27 PM IST
Invitation has been extended to Mahant of Janaki Temple- the in-laws of Shree Ram in Janakpur of Nepal for the consecration of Ayodya Ram Mandir. Upon the reception of invitation, preparations are being made following the Vedic culture. ... read..


UN Security Council adopts UAE-penned resolution on scaling up, monitoring aid to Gaza
Middle East | December 23, 2023 4:20:36 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): The United Nations Security Council adopted Resolution 2720, penned by the United Arab Emirates, which demands substantive, concrete steps to increase the flow of life-saving humanitarian aid to Palestinians in the Gaza ... read..


17 corporate teams participate in DEWA's 8th Suppliers Cricket Tournament
Middle East | December 23, 2023 4:20:30 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) organised the 8th Suppliers Cricket Tournament 2023 at the Insports Club in Al Quoz, Dubai, with the participation of 17 corporate teams. ... read..


UAE leaders condole Saudi King on passing of Prince Mohammed bin Badr
Middle East | December 23, 2023 4:20:28 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 23 (ANI/WAM): UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to the custodian of the two holy mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of Prince Mohammed bin Badr ... read..


"Terrorism started at the moment of our independence...": EAM Jaishankar takes dig at Pakistan
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 23, 2023 4:20:15 PM IST
Advocating the necessity to counter cross-border terrorism, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that India has grappled with this issue since its independence, taking a pointed jab at Pakistan. ... read..


"I have seen it...extremists, separatists should not be given space": Jaishankar after Hindu temple defaced in US
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 23, 2023 3:21:20 PM IST
Amid the outrage over the defacement of the Swami Narayan temple in Newark, US, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday said he is aware of the incident, adding that such 'extremists' should not be given space. ... read..


Govt focused on investing in green, clean technologies: Jaishankar
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 23, 2023 3:21:17 PM IST
Highlighting the imperative to invest in environmentally friendly technologies, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasised that the government is currently directing its efforts towards this crucial area. ... read..


Indian diplomacy successful in forging relationships with competing powers: EAM Jaishankar
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 23, 2023 2:20:56 PM IST
Highlighting the accomplishments of Indian diplomacy, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserted that New Delhi has effectively cultivated relationships with multiple and often competing powers, calling it a "significant" milestone. ... read..


"136 of our colleagues in Gaza have been killed in 75 days": UN Chief Guterres
New York | December 23, 2023 1:20:15 PM IST
As many as 136 UN workers have lost their lives in the last 75 days in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas while several employees of the world body have been forced out of their homes, the United Nations Secretary General, Antonio Guterrres said. ... read..


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