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Pakistan: Khalid Khursheed disqualified from heading PTI chapter in fake degree case
Gilgit Baltistan | December 21, 2023 9:52:11 PM IST
Khalid Khursheed, the former Chief Minister of Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir (PoK) has been disqualified for life from heading the party Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) GB chapter, ARY News reported. ... read..


'No indication how many Indians were in pardon list': MEA on eight Indians detained in Qatar
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 9:52:09 PM IST
On the matter related to the death penalty awarded to the eight Indian ex-Navy personnel in Qatar, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that three hearings have taken place in the Qatar Court of Appeal while adding that there has been no indi ... read..


Pak: Islamabad High Court issues notice to FIA on Imran Khan's plea challenging in-camera trial in cipher case
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 9:52:05 PM IST
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) issued a notice to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) on Thursday on a petition filed by former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan challenging the in-camera proceedings of the cipher trial at Adiala Jail, as reported by ... read..


Media, a key driver of UAE's development across all fields: Saqr Ghobash
Middle East | December 21, 2023 9:51:44 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 21 (ANI/WAM): Saqr Ghobash, Speaker of the Federal National Council (FNC), lauded the key role of national media as a driver of the UAE's development across all fields. ... read..


Desperate Hamas terrorists forced to hunt animals to survive
Middle East | December 21, 2023 9:51:42 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 21 (ANI/TPS): Desperate to survive, Hamas terror squads in Gaza are now forced to hunt animals for food. ... read..


Pakistan: Uncertainty on election eligibility for Imran Khan as Islamabad HC dismisses plea in Toshakhana case
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 9:51:40 PM IST
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Thursday dismissed Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan's plea, seeking the suspension of the trial court's verdict in the Toshakhana case that has further increased the uncertainty of him running in the upco ... read..


Pakistan: Court warns top cop, rules Baloch demonstrators have 'constitutional right' to protest
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 9:51:38 PM IST
The Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Aamer Farooq on Thursday said that Baloch demonstrators have 'constitutional right' to protest and warned the Islamabad top cop against any hindrance in the protest staged by the Baloch marchers, Pakistan-based ... read..


UAE celebrates its 2022 sports champions at 17th annual honouring ceremony
Middle East | December 21, 2023 9:51:34 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 21 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the General Authority of Sports (GAS) organised its 17th annual ceremony to ho ... read..


Pakistan: Hundreds protest against state terrorism in Balochistan, demands release of arrested activists
Balochistan | December 21, 2023 8:50:43 PM IST
Hundreds of people in Balochistan's Kohlu have closed the market and have been protesting against state terrorism in the capital of Pakistan, demanding the release of those arrested in Islamabad and allowing them to march peacefully. ... read..


Smriti Irani discusses cooperation on women, children with Iranian envoy
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 8:50:41 PM IST
Iranian Ambassador to India, Iraj Elahi, met Union Minister for Women, Child Development and Minority Affairs, Smriti Irani and discussed issues related to women and minorities. ... read..


India-EU Parliament delegations highlight mutual interests in deepening defence cooperation, greater collaboration in Indo-Pacific
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 8:50:17 PM IST
India and the delegation of the European Parliament Sub-Committee on Security and Defence (SEDE) held meetings with Defence officials and highlighted their mutual interests in deepening India-EU defence cooperation along with greater collaboration in the ... read..


Pakistan: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa witnessed 572 terror incidents this year, reveals report
Peshawar | December 21, 2023 8:50:15 PM IST
The Pakistan police released a report on the terror incidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa which stated that as many as 572 such incidents have been reported in the province so far this year, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


Discussions underway on possible visit of EAM Jaishankar to Russia: MEA
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 7:52:16 PM IST
Discussions are underway on a possible visit of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to Russia, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said in a weekly media briefing on Thursday. ... read..


"India hopes Canada takes action against extremist elements...": MEA
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 7:52:07 PM IST
India's position is consistent on the issue of Canada as it is hoping that Ottawa would take action on extremist elements that are misusing the freedom of speech and expression in their country, Ministry of External Affairs official spokesperson Arindam B ... read..


"Motivated, biased approach towards India": MEA on comments by US religious freedom report
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 7:52:00 PM IST
The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday called the US State Department's recently released report on 'International Religious Freedom' "motivated and biassed." ... read..


Pak court issues non-bailable arrest warrants against 50 PTI leaders in May 9 riots case
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 6:51:11 PM IST
The Anti-Terrorism Court (ATC) of Pakistan issued non-bailable arrest warrants for over 50 Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders on Thursday for their alleged involvement in the May 9 riots, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


India supports free movement of commercial shipping: MEA
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 6:50:45 PM IST
Emphasising India's support for free movement of commercial shipping, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi while referring to the ongoing attacks in the Red Sea, said that this is something India is interested in and will continu ... read..


"India got consular access three times...we are providing necessary assistance": MEA on Nikhil Gupta case
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 6:50:20 PM IST
India has obtained consular access to meet Indian national Nikhil Gupta, the accused of conspiracy and attempted murder involving India-designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, in the custody of Czech authorities and is providing all necessary consul ... read..


"India has proven track record in hydrography": MEA on Maldives not renewing agreement
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 6:50:16 PM IST
Regarding the Maldives not renewing the Hydrographic Survey agreement with India, the Ministry of External Affairs said that India has a proven track record in this field and has been cooperating with many countries in the Indian Ocean region. ... read..


Collective Security Treaty Organization raises concerns over rise in terror activities, drug smuggling in Afghanistan
Kabul | December 21, 2023 6:50:12 PM IST
The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) raised concerns about a rise in terrorist activities, drug smuggling and arms trafficking in Afghanistan, as reported by Khaama Press. ... read..


Baloch Yakjehti Committee accuses Pakistan of adopting fascist attitude
Balochistan | December 21, 2023 5:51:51 PM IST
The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (Islamabad) has accused the Pakistani authorities of adopting a fascist attitude towards the Baloch. It said that Islamabad police have conducted a crackdown on the long march and kept hundreds of youths, including participan ... read..


"Pakistan's support for terrorism and cross-border attacks is well known": MEA on Pak army chief's visit to US
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 5:51:21 PM IST
India on Thursday reiterated that the country faces severe threats of cross-border terrorism from Pakistan and expressed hope that other nations will also take counter-terrorism seriously in the backdrop of Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Asim Munir's vis ... read..


Israel strikes Hezbollah, Syrian army position after rocket barrage
Middle East | December 21, 2023 4:51:22 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 21 (ANI/TPS): Hezbollah launched a barrage of rockets at the northern Israeli city of Kiryat Shmona overnight Wednesday, prompting Israel to retaliate by striking terror sites in Lebanon. ... read..


UAE President discusses bilateral relations with Indonesian President in phone call
Middle East | December 21, 2023 4:51:20 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 21 (ANI/WAM): President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Joko Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, held a phone call to discuss bilateral relations and ways to enhance ties, particularly in development areas, as part ... read..


AQI of Kathmandu drops to "very unhealthy" as valley records lowest temperature of year
Kathmandu | December 21, 2023 4:50:53 PM IST
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Kathmandu has dropped to "very unhealthy" as the mercury drops, setting a record for the lowest temperature of the year. ... read..


China, Philippines hold "frank and candid exchange" amid South China Sea tensions
Manlia | December 21, 2023 3:51:36 PM IST
The Foreign Affairs Secretary of the Philippines, Enrique Manalo, issued a statement revealing that he engaged in a "frank and candid exchange" with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Voice of America reported. ... read..


Dubai Chambers organises 6 legal awareness workshops with over 350 participants
Middle East | December 21, 2023 3:51:19 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 21 (ANI/WAM): Dubai Chambers has hosted six workshops covering various legal topics to empower businesses in Dubai. Attended by 350 participants, the workshops were organised in partnership with several legal firms to better understa ... read..


"I hear no one saying--demanding that it stop hiding behind civilians, lay down arms": Blinken hits out at countries over Hamas surrender
Washington, DC | December 21, 2023 3:51:17 PM IST
United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken has strongly called out nations of not demanding that the terrorist organisation Hamas stop hiding behind civilians, lay down its arms, and surrender. ... read..


Abu Dhabi Municipality installs solar-powered lights on Corniche as pilot project
Middle East | December 21, 2023 3:51:13 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 21 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi City Municipality, through the Infrastructure and Municipal Assets Sector, in partnership with the private sector, has finalised a pilot project introducing solar-powered cosmetic lighting along Al Kasser ... read..


'What happened is not your fault': Mother reaches out to soldiers who mistakenly killed her son
Middle East | December 21, 2023 3:51:09 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 21 (ANI/TPS): Wanting the soldiers who mistakenly killed her son in Gaza to know that she doesn't blame them for the tragedy, Iris Haim sent them a message on Wednesday. ... read..


UN migration agency launches project for orderly, safe movement of Indians overseas
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 2:51:14 PM IST
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) launched Project PRAYAS on Thursday to facilitate safe, orderly and regular migration for Indian workers and students. ... read..


US special envoy, UNAMA official discuss humanitarian and economic conditions in Afghanistan
Kabul | December 21, 2023 2:50:43 PM IST
The UNAMA (United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan) Deputy Special Representative for Afghanistan, Resident Coordinator, and Humanitarian Coordinator, Indrika Ratwatte, met with US Special Representative for Afghanistan, Thomas West to discuss th ... read..


Eight Chinese aircraft, 3 vessels detected around Taiwan: Ministry of National Defence
Taipei | December 21, 2023 2:50:38 PM IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence announced on Thursday that eight Chinese People's Liberation Army aircraft and 3 PLAN vessels around Taiwan were detected at 6 a.m. UTC. ... read..


Amnesty expresses 'deep concern' over excessive use of force against Baloch Long March protesters in Islamabad
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 2:50:34 PM IST
Frowning on the use of water cannons, tear gas and excessive force against the Baloch Long March protestors in Islamabad on Thursday, Amnesty International has said that it was 'deeply concerned' over the crackdown. ... read..


Nepal calls for bid to auction 5 defunct Chinese aircraft
Kathmandu | December 21, 2023 1:50:37 PM IST
Dubbed "White Elephant," Nepal Airlines Corporation, the national flag carrier of Nepal, has called for a bid to auction five Chinese aircraft that have remained off the air for three years. ... read..


UNESCO declares 2023 deadliest year for journalists in war-torn nations, including Afghanistan
Kabul | December 21, 2023 1:50:33 PM IST
In its yearly evaluation, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has determined that 2023 was the deadliest year for journalists covering war-torn nations, TOLOnews reported. ... read..


India sends special charter flight for Papua New Guinea with relief supplies as part of USD 1 million aid
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 1:50:24 PM IST
In continuation of India's commitment to providing relief to the people of Papua New Guinea affected by the volcanic eruption, a special charter flight, loaded with supplies, took off from New Delhi on Thursday. ... read..


"National Interest guiding foreign policy" says PM Modi advocating a pragmatic approach to foreign policy
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 12:50:33 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi detailed India's foreign policy approach, describing it as "mix-and-match diplomacy" focused on pragmatic engagement aligned with national interests. ... read..


Users unable to access X after global outage
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 12:50:17 PM IST
The users of microblogging platform 'X' and X Pro were not able to access the platform after it suffered a global outage on Thursday, Reuters reported citing the Downdetector.com, an outage tracking website. ... read..


"Countries around us have reached moon, but we have not risen from earth:" Nawaz Sharif praises India in effort to exhort party cadre
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 10:50:22 AM IST
Pakistan's former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has once again lauded India and said that the countries around have reached the moon but Pakistan has still 'not risen' from the earth. The former Pakistan PM was addressing PML-N cadre in Islamabad on Wednesd ... read..


Baloch long march stopped at Islamabad, Pakistan police use water cannon, force to evacuate protestors-several detained
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 10:50:11 AM IST
Islamabad police dispersed the Baloch protesters late at night on Thursday as the long march against alleged extrajudicial killings in Balochistan continued in full swing, VOA Urdu reported. ... read..


India reaffirms its unwavering commitment to Afghan people: Ruchira Kamboj tells UNSC
New York City | December 21, 2023 9:51:12 AM IST
India's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, has reiterated the country's "unwavering commitment" to the people of Afghanistan, emphasising the need for continued international attention and support for the country, which is alr ... read..


Donald Trump asks Supreme Court to put off hearing case on immunity claim
Washington, DC | December 21, 2023 7:51:40 AM IST
Former US President Donald Trump on Wednesday urged the Supreme Court to reject federal prosecutors' request to immediately review his claim that he cannot be prosecuted for trying to overturn his 2020 election defeat, The New York Times reported. ... read..


Beijing will reunify Taiwan with mainland China: Xi warns Biden
San Francisco | December 21, 2023 7:51:37 AM IST
Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned his US counterpart Joe Biden that Beijing will reunify Taiwan with mainland China but that the timing has not yet been decided, NBC News reported. ... read..


Israel working to integrate more Ethiopians in high-tech work
Tel Aviv | December 21, 2023 3:51:07 PM IST
Israel's Ministry of Labour and its Innovation Authority announced plans to finance programmes for the training and placement of Ethiopians in the country's high-tech industry. ... read..


Israel investing millions for sustainable energies in remote areas
Middle East | December 21, 2023 7:51:58 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 21 (ANI/TPS): Over the past two years (2022-23), Israel's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure provided more than 90 local authorities with grants totaling over 130 million Shekels (USD 36 million) to promote sustainable energ ... read..


Israeli Defense Minister pledges country will defend Red Sea against terrorists
Middle East | December 21, 2023 7:51:31 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 21 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant visited an Israeli Navy "Sa'ar 6" class Missile Ship sailing in the Gulf of Eilat on Wednesday. He also met with the Navy commanders and soldiers operating in the vicinity ... read..


UNSC delays vote on resolution calling for more humanitarian aid into Gaza
New York City | December 21, 2023 6:51:02 AM IST
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday delayed the vote on a resolution calling for more humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip, CNN reported. ... read..


US has deepened partnership with India; elevated cooperation through Quad: Blinken
Washington, DC | December 21, 2023 6:50:55 AM IST
US State Secretary Antony Blinken has said the US has deepened its partnership with India. He said the country has elevated cooperation with India, Japan and Australia through the Quad. ... read..


Trudeau sees "tonal shift" in India-Canada relations since US reported alleged murder plot
Ottawa | December 21, 2023 5:51:15 AM IST
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said he believes India's relations with Canada may have undergone "a tonal shift" in the days since the unsealing of a US indictment alleging a conspiracy to murder India-designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pan ... read..


Pakistan's Election Commission issues code of conduct for upcoming general elections
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 4:51:36 AM IST
The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Wednesday issued a code of conduct for the upcoming general elections in 2024, ARY News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: 2 policemen injured in blast at ex-CJP's Lahore residence
Lahore | December 21, 2023 3:50:58 AM IST
Two policemen were injured in a blast at former Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Saqib Nisar's Lahore residence on Wednesday, according to the police, Dawn newspaper reported. ... read..


Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf leader Asad Qaiser released from jail
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 3:50:54 AM IST
Pakistan's former National Assembly (NA) speaker and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Qaiser was released from jail on Wednesday following the withdrawal of his detention order under the Maintenance of Public Order Ordinance (MPO), Dawn newspape ... read..


PM Modi extends greetings to Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad on taking over as Kuwait's new Emir
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 2:50:33 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his greetings to Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on taking over as the new Emir of Kuwait. ... read..


Pakistan was prospering during PML-N's tenure: Nawaz Sharif
Islamabad | December 21, 2023 2:50:29 AM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has said that Pakistan was prospering during the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz's (PML-N) tenure, but an 'accident,' referring to his disqualification, detracted the country from the path of development, ARY News ... read..


UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed, New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister review ties
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:21:04 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed during a phone call with Winston Peters, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, bilateral relations an ... read..


Parliamentary cooperation has big role to play in mutual cooperation between India, Vietnam: LS Speaker Om Birla
New Delhi | December 21, 2023 12:21:02 AM IST
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday met the Vietnam-India Parliamentary Friendship Group led by Duong Thanh Binh, Head of the Commission for People's Petitions and Chairman of the Group, at Parliament House Complex in Delhi. ... read..


Israel pledges to upgrade electric grid in druze communities
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:21:00 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 20 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure Israel Katz and Knesset Coalition Chairman Ofir Katz met with the spiritual leader of the country's Druze community, Sheikh Mewafek Trif in order to reassure him, and ... read..


Dhamma's teachings explain how climate change-related disasters can be controlled :Intl' Buddhist Confederation DG Halder
Bodhgaya (Bihar) | December 21, 2023 12:20:54 AM IST
Emphasising the damage caused by climate change across the world, Director General of the International Buddhist Confederation, Abhijeet Halder, said that Dhamma's teachings have explained a lot of things that can be implemented today in terms of controll ... read..


UAE sends plane carrying 1,640 household power generators to Ukraine
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:20:51 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates has dispatched an aid plane carrying 100 tons of power generators to assist civilians affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, aiming to help them cope with harsh winter conditions. ... read..


Abu Dhabi International Show Jumping kicks off tomorrow under patronage of Mansour bin Zayed
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:20:49 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Held under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, the Abu Dhabi International S ... read..


Israel signals readiness for another hostage exchange
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:20:45 AM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 20 (ANI/TPS): Israeli leaders have signalled their willingness to negotiate another hostage exchange as reports swirl of another possible temporary ceasefire. ... read..


UAE: Ministry of Culture honours winners of 17th edition of Al Burda Award in presence of Abdullah bin Zayed
Middle East | December 21, 2023 12:20:39 AM IST
Abu Dhabi [India], December 20 (ANI/WAM): In the presence of Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture, on Tuesday, 24 winners of the 17th edition of the Al Burda Award we ... read..


Long march not allowed to visit camp of missing persons in Islamabad: Baloch Yakjahti Committee
Balochistan | December 20, 2023 11:21:54 PM IST
The Baloch Yakjahti Committee has said that their long march is not being allowed to visit the camp of missing persons at the National Press Club in Islamabad. It said that the participants of the long march were stopped at Islamabad Toll Place before rea ... read..


India continues to champion cause of Global South: External Affairs Committee report
New Delhi | December 20, 2023 11:21:50 PM IST
The External Affairs Committee on Wednesday emphasised that during India's G20 Presidency, India has effectively utilised the G20 platform to successfully mainstream the concerns of the global south in international discourse, stressing that it continues ... read..


Casualties of Nepal nationals in Russia-Ukraine war rises to 8, four more in Ukrainian custody: Nepal Foreign Ministry
Kathmandu | December 20, 2023 10:21:40 PM IST
Nepal's casualties in ongoing Russia-Ukraine war has risen to 8 while four other citizens of Nepal remain in Ukrainian captivity, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday. ... read..


"Pakistan has lost trust of Baloch people," says Human rights activist as protest against forced disappearances continues for over 14 yrs
Balochistan | December 20, 2023 10:21:38 PM IST
The Voice for Baloch Missing Persons has continued their protest camp against forced disappearances in front of the Quetta Press Club for over 14 years, as reported by The Balochistan Post. ... read..


US will not betray Ukraine: President Zelenskyy
Kyiv | December 20, 2023 10:21:28 PM IST
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed confidence that the United States and other Western countries will continue to support Ukraine in its fight against Russia's invasion, as reported by Al Jazeera. ... read..


Number of American students in China falls as bilateral tension rises
Beijing | December 20, 2023 10:21:15 PM IST
The rising bilateral tensions between Beijing and Washington have been causing a drop in the number of American students in China, according to the Voice of America (VOA). ... read..


France submits bid for Indian tender to buy 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets for aircraft carriers
By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | December 20, 2023 10:21:05 PM IST
In a significant development, France has submitted its response to India's tender for buying 26 Rafale Marine jets for the Indian Navy's aircraft carriers - INS Vikrant and INS Vikramaditya. ... read..


Vietnam among countries with high economic growth in 10 years
Asia | December 20, 2023 9:21:37 PM IST
Hanoi [Vietnam], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Vietnam, together with China and some other Asian countries, is among the 20 countries with the fastest economic growth over the last ten years, Vietnam News Agency (VNA) quoted Yahoo Finance as saying. ... read..


Nepal: South Korea pledges USD 3 lakh aid for victims of November earthquake
Kathmandu | December 20, 2023 9:21:35 PM IST
South Korea has pledged a contribution of USD 300,000 to support earthquake relief efforts in Nepal. ... read..


Pakistan: NEPRA approves increase of PKR 1.15 per unit hike in electricity price
Islamabad | December 20, 2023 9:21:00 PM IST
Pakistan's National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) has approved a Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 1.15 per unit increase in electricity prices, Pakistan-based Dawn News reported. ... read..


Indian warship docks in Thailand amid Navy chief visit to Indian Ocean Naval Symposium
Bangkok | December 20, 2023 8:21:31 PM IST
Indian warship INS Kadmatt docked at Thailand's Bangkok port on Tuesday to bolster the Indo-Thai maritime cooperation in the North Pacific Ocean and the South China Sea and enhance interoperability between both the navies, Ministry of Defence said. ... read..


Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan to contest elections from three constituencies
Islamabad | December 20, 2023 8:21:16 PM IST
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, who is currently incarcerated in Adiala jail, will contest polls from at least three constituencies in the general elections, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf announced on Wednesday, Pakistan-based Geo News reported. ... read..


Pakistan: Election Commission starts receiving nomination papers for general elections 2024
Islamabad | December 20, 2023 8:21:14 PM IST
The filing of nominations for the upcoming general elections 2024 in Pakistan began on Wednesday with political candidates across the country submitting their papers, as reported by ARY News. ... read..


2nd edition of India-Nepal Economic Partnership Summit 2023 organised in Birgunj
Birgunj | December 20, 2023 8:21:08 PM IST
To discuss further ways to strengthen the bilateral economic partnership, a one-day "India-Nepal Economic Partnership Summit 2023" was organised in Nepal's Birgunj on Wednesday. ... read..


Over 200 Afghan refugees relocated from Pakistan to UK: International Organization for Migration
Kabul | December 20, 2023 8:20:58 PM IST
As many as 250 Afghan refugees have travelled from Pakistan to the United Kingdom, Afghanistan-based Khaama Press reported citing the International Organization for Migration (IOM). ... read..


IDF says it carried out airstrikes against Hezbollah sites in Lebanon
Tel Aviv | December 20, 2023 7:21:15 PM IST
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said it carried out airstrikes against a series of Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..


Former Haitian senator sentenced to life in US prison over president's assassination
Miami | December 20, 2023 7:20:50 PM IST
The Miami federal court in the United States sentenced a former Haitian senator to life in federal prison over his role in the 2021 assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moise, CNN reported on Wednesday. ... read..


Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla meets Vietnam-India Parliamentary Friendship Group
New Delhi | December 20, 2023 7:20:38 PM IST
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met the Vietnam-India Parliamentary Friendship Group in the national capital on Wednesday. ... read..


Kazakhstan charts visionary course for Shanghai Cooperation Organization
Astana | December 20, 2023 7:20:32 PM IST
Erbulat Seilekhanov, the chief expert at the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS), discussed the six main priorities for Kazakhstan's chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in a recent article. ... read..


Schools closed in East China due to snowfall, freezing weather
Beijing | December 20, 2023 6:22:01 PM IST
As China freezes with snowfall and cold breezes, multiple cities in East China's Jiangsu and Anhui provinces suspended schools on Tuesday as a precautionary measure to prioritise the safety of students and teachers, as reported by Global Times. ... read..


Sri Lankan Foreign Minister arrives in Kathmandu to attend Nepal-Sri Lanka Joint Commission meeting
Kathmandu | December 20, 2023 6:21:59 PM IST
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry arrived in Kathmandu on Wednesday to attend the first meeting of the Nepal-Sri Lanka Joint Commission set to be held from December 21-22. Nepal's Foreign Secretary Sewa Lamsal received him in Kathmandu. ... read..


Australian Court convicts businessman for covertly working for China
Melbourne | December 20, 2023 6:21:57 PM IST
The Melbourne court in Australia, in a first verdict of its kind under the country's foreign influence laws, convicted an Australian businessman for covertly working for the Chinese communist party, CNN reported on Wednesday. ... read..


Pak: Terrorists behind Dera Ismail Khan attack traced, says Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's police chief
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | December 20, 2023 6:21:10 PM IST
Following the recent Dera Ismail Khan and Tank attacks, Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's police chief claimed that the terrorists behind the attack have been traced and their identity would be "disclosed soon," as reported by Dawn. ... read..


At least 813 Afghan migrants return home from Pakistan this week: Report
Kabul | December 20, 2023 5:22:23 PM IST
As a part of the deportation process in Pakistan, 813 Afghan migrants have returned to the country this week, Khaama Press reported citing the Taliban's Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation. ... read..


At least eight people 'forcibly disappeared' from Dera Bugti, Kech in Balochistan
Balochistan | December 20, 2023 5:22:11 PM IST
Pakistani law enforcement forces are said to have taken at least eight individuals by force from the Balochistan areas of Dera Bugti and Kech and then relocated them to an undisclosed location, according to The Balochistan Post. ... read..


"Chandrayaan brings more laurels": Jaishankar congratulates ISRO for Leif Erikson Lunar Prize
New Delhi | December 20, 2023 4:22:45 PM IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for bagging the prestigious Leif Erikson Lunar Prize. ... read..


Sharjah Museums Authority launches 4th Annual Lamma Event
Middle East | December 20, 2023 4:22:39 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) has announced that the fourth annual Lamma family entertainment event, scheduled from 20th to 24th December at the Sharjah Archeology Museum, will offer a diverse array of activities. ... read..


DESC, Moro Hub host workshop to enhance cyber index scores for government entities
Asia | December 20, 2023 4:22:37 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, and Dubai Electronic Security Centre (DESC) hosted a comprehensive workshop to facilitate collaboration among government ... read..


Humaid Al Nuaimi issues Emiri Decree transitioning Ajman University to non-profit institution
Middle East | December 20, 2023 4:22:35 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has issued Emiri Decree No.14 of 2023, transitioning Ajman University from a for-profit entity to a non-profit institution. ... read..


UN Security Council vote on Gaza expected today as Israel proposes hostage deal
New York City | December 20, 2023 4:22:34 PM IST
The UN Security Council is set to vote on a resolution for increased humanitarian aid to Gaza today, following a delay from Monday for further negotiations, CNN reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. ... read..


Gilgit-Baltistan: Awami Action Committee to hold protest over surge in Wheat prices on Dec 21
Gilgit-Baltistan | December 20, 2023 4:22:25 PM IST
The Awami Action Committee in Gilgit Baltistan held a meeting of the core committee and advisory committee at a local hotel in which the action plan was decided to protest against the increase in wheat prices, Pak vernacular media Daily K2 reported. ... read..


Photos of Palestinian kids dressed in Hamas uniforms found amid arms stockpile
Middle East | December 20, 2023 4:22:23 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 20 (ANI/TPS): Soldiers operating in the Jabaliya area of northern Gaza located Hamas sites for the production and storage of munitions, including missiles, the Israel Defence Forces said on Tuesday. ... read..


Space42 set to become AI-powered space technology champion in MENA region
Asia | December 20, 2023 4:22:18 PM IST
Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): Further to the announcements made by Bayanat AI PLC (Bayanat) and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) earlier this week on the recommendation to shareholders by their respective Board of Directors for a ... read..


'Arab Region SDG Index and Dashboards Report 2023' unveiled
Asia | December 20, 2023 4:22:16 PM IST
Dubai [UAE], December 20 (ANI/WAM): The Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, in partnership with the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), announced the launch of the 'Arab Region SDG Index and Dashboards Report 2023', alig ... read..


12,000 foreign workers have returned to Israel since war
Middle East | December 20, 2023 4:22:14 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 20 (ANI/TPS): Despite the war in Gaza, some 12,000 foreign workers have returned to Israel, an Interior Ministry official told Knesset lawmakers on Tuesday. ... read..


Israel strikes 300 Hamas targets in 24 hours
Middle East | December 20, 2023 4:22:10 PM IST
Tel Aviv [Israel], December 20 (ANI/TPS): Israeli forces struck 300 Hamas targets in Gaza in the last 24 hours, including air and naval strikes, and face to face battles, the Israel Defence Forces said on Wednesday morning. ... read..


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