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"Maza Aariya Hai!" British envoy expresses delight at Poha at Chhappan Dukaan in Indori style

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | December 15, 2023 7:50:17 PM IST

Indore's culinary attractions are garnering acclaim as British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, shared his delightful experience at the renowned Chhappan Dukaan, which is known for street food. ... read..

Pakistan: FIA arrests three human smugglers from Lahore, also accused of visa fraud

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 6:50:21 PM IST

Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) arrested three individuals in connection with human smuggling and visa fraud in different areas of Lahore city, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

Pakistan: Special court doesn't allow media coverage of cypher case

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 6:50:11 PM IST

In a significant development, a special court has issued a ban on media coverage of the ongoing cypher case proceedings, directing strict adherence to the order across print, electronic, and social media platforms, ARY News reported. ... read..

Japan strengthens security partnerships with ASEAN nations to contain China: Analysts

Washington DC | December 15, 2023 6:50:06 PM IST

Japan has been enhancing its security ties with various Southeast Asian nations ahead of a Japan-ASEAN summit that is scheduled to be held in Tokyo from December 16-18. According to analysts, this forum is being held to offset China's aggressive behaviour ... read..

Oman Sultan's India visit will elevate strategic partnership, boost trade and cooperation

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 6:49:49 PM IST

The ongoing visit of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman to India is poised to elevate the existing strategic partnership between the two nations, emphasising the promotion of trade, investment, and cooperation across diverse sectors, according to the Oman N ... read..

US expands investments in Africa, seals USD 14.2 bn in deals to counter Chinese influence

Washington, DC | December 15, 2023 5:51:53 PM IST

The United States has engaged in an extensive effort to bolster its ties with African nations, finalising numerous trade and investment agreements totaling USD 14.2 billion in the past year, Voice of America reported. ... read..

India's CDS Gen Chauhan lays wreath at Hiroshima Peace Park during Japan visit

Hiroshima | December 15, 2023 5:51:32 PM IST

India's Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, during his Japan visit, laid a wreath at the Hiroshima Peace Park in Japan in remembrance of the victims of Hiroshima, defence officials said. ... read..

Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tarik lands in New Delhi for maiden India visit

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 5:51:14 PM IST

Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has landed at the national capital airport for his maiden visit to India. ... read..

Pakistan: Lahore court issues notice to election commission on Imran Khan's plea challenging disqualification in Toshakhana case

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 5:50:59 PM IST

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Friday issued notices to the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's plea challenging his five-year disqualification in the Toshakhana case, Pakistan-based Dawn reported. ... read..

Israeli military kills ten terrorists in 60 hour Jenin raid

Middle East | December 15, 2023 4:50:45 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 15 (ANI/TPS): After 60 hours, the counter-terrorism operation in Jenin ended. The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that its soldiers, together with Border Police units, completed what it called an "extensive operation to co ... read..

Indian Armed Forces officers awarded 'Golden Owl' for outstanding performance at DSCSC Sri Lanka

Colombo | December 15, 2023 3:51:06 PM IST

All three Indian Armed Forces officers undergoing the Command and Staff Course at Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC) in Sri Lanka have been awarded the 'Golden Owl' for their outstanding performance. ... read..

Kazakhstan's experience in implementing political, human rights reforms presented at UN

Astana | December 15, 2023 3:50:45 PM IST

Kazakhstan's experience in implementing political and human rights reforms was presented at the United Nations (UN). ... read..

Pakistan: 3 security personnel killed, several injured in two attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 3:50:37 PM IST

As many as three security personnel have been killed and several injured in two attacks in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) province on Friday, The Express Tribune newspaper reported. ... read..

Pakistan minister hints at poll delay following LHC ruling

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 3:50:27 PM IST

Pakistan's Caretaker Federal Information and Broadcasting Minister Murtaza Solangi on Thursday hinted at a possible delay in the holding of the next general elections in the country, The Express Tribune newspaper reported. ... read..

Japan's FM meets with delegation of Israeli hostages' relatives

Middle East | December 15, 2023 3:50:21 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 15 (ANI/TPS): The members of the information delegation initiated by the Ministry of Diaspora and in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the relatives of the abductees held captive by Hamas, met in Tokyo with the ... read..

PM of Bavaria visits Israel, meets with FM Cohen

Middle East | December 15, 2023 3:50:17 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 15 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen met with the Prime Minister of the German State Bavaria, Markus Soder, who visited Israel. ... read..

New Delhi geared up for Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tariq's maiden visit to India: Indian Embassy in Oman

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 2:51:38 PM IST

The Indian Embassy in Oman has said New Delhi eagerly awaits the arrival of Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq on his maiden visit to India. ... read..

Pak army chief should be questioned on enforced disappearances: Baloch Voice Association President

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 1:50:39 PM IST

President of the Baloch Voice Association Munir Mengal has said that Pakistani Army Chief General Asim Munir should be questioned in the US about enforced disappearances, military operations, extrajudicial killings and systematic abuse of rights in Baloch ... read..

Iran waives Visa requirements for Indian citizens, 32 other nations

Tehran | December 15, 2023 12:51:02 PM IST

Iranian Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Ezzatollah Zarghami has said the Iranian Cabinet has decided to unilaterally cancel visa requirements for visitors from India. Iran on Wednesday decided to waive visa requirements for 33 coun ... read..

Maldives decides not to renew Hydrographic Survey agreement with India

Male | December 15, 2023 12:50:49 PM IST

Maldives has said that it will not renew the Hydrographic Survey agreement made with India, The Press reported. ... read..

Hong Kong police puts bounties of 5 activists for alleged security crimes

Asia | December 15, 2023 11:51:22 AM IST

The Hong Kong police on Thursday accused five activists based overseas of breaching China-imposed national security law and issued bounties worth USD 128,000 for information leading to each of their arrests, Voice of America (VOA) reported. ... read..

4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Pakistan

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 11:51:06 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 jolted Pakistan on Friday, according to the National Center for Seismology (NSC). ... read..

Pakistan: ECP stops 3-day session to train returning officers after LHC ruling

Islamabad | December 15, 2023 10:50:05 AM IST

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) on Thursday stopped a three-day session to train returning officers (ROs), only a day after its commencement, Pakistan based Dawn newspaper reported. This puts a question mark over Pakistan's ability to hold the n ... read..

Millions of people in China dropping out of state health insurance: VOA Report

Beijing | December 15, 2023 10:49:53 AM IST

Millions of people in China are dropping out of state health insurance, according to a report by Voice of America (VOA). ... read..

Indian envoy to US discusses technology partnership with IBM CEO

Washington DC | December 15, 2023 9:49:40 AM IST

Indian Ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu discussed India-US technology partnership during his meeting with International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) CEO Arvind Krishna on Thursday (US local time). ... read..

Need for more balanced, representative, democratic UNSC: UNGA President

New York | December 15, 2023 9:49:26 AM IST

United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis has said there is need for a UN Security Council (UNSC) that is more balanced, more representative, more responsive, more democratic, and more transparent. ... read..

Oman Sultan to arrive in India today for three-day state visit

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 7:50:54 AM IST

The Head of State of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, will be arriving in India today on Friday for his three-day state visit. ... read..

India, US co-chair AML/CFT Dialogue, agree to improve cooperation against money laundering, terror financing

New Delhi | December 15, 2023 7:50:52 AM IST

India and the United States co-chaired the US-India Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Dialogue, and agreed to improve cooperation and information sharing ... read..

Mossad chief's trip to Qatar for restarting hostage talks cancelled: Report

Tel Aviv | December 15, 2023 6:49:34 AM IST

Israel cancelled a planned trip of Mossad director David Barnea to Qatar to restart talks on a possible second hostage release deal, CNN reported citing a source. ... read..

Israel: Netanyahu, war cabinet members meet with US National Security Adviser

Middle East | December 15, 2023 6:49:30 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 15 (ANI/TPS): Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the members of Israel's War Cabinet Thursday at the Kirya (Israel's version of the Pentagon) in Tel Aviv met with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan. ... read..

UAE: Sultan bin Ahmed opens third edition of Sharjah Events Festival

Middle East | December 15, 2023 6:49:28 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], December 15 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council opened today the third edition of Sharjah Events Festival, organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bure ... read..

UAE: Hamdan bin Mohammed goes on first test ride of cruise autonomous electric vehicle in Jumeirah 1

Middle East | December 15, 2023 6:49:27 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 15 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, today went on the first demo ride of the Chevrolet Bolt-based Cruise autonomous vehicle (AV) in Jum ... read..

Pakistan: Massive protests erupt in Balochistan after alarming rise in extrajudicial killings, enforced disappearances

Balochistan | December 15, 2023 5:50:32 AM IST

Large-scale protests have erupted across Balochistan after an alarming rise in cases of extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances spanning different demographics in the region, the Human Rights Council of Balochistan (HRCB) stated in a report. ... read..

Japan: 'Tax' chosen as word of the year as people grapple with rising cost of living

Tokyo | December 15, 2023 5:50:29 AM IST

The Japanese people chose 'tax' as the word of the year, reflecting rising costs of living and much-discussed tax reforms in the world's third-largest economy, CNN reported. ... read..

Four suspected Hamas members plotting attack on Jewish institutions arrested in Germany, Netherlands

Berlin | December 15, 2023 4:49:17 AM IST

Four alleged Hamas members suspected of plotting terror attacks on Jewish institutions in Europe were arrested by German and Dutch authorities on Thursday (local time), CNN reported citing Germany's federal prosecutor. ... read..

European Union greenlights membership talks with Ukraine, Moldova; Zelenskyy terms it "victory"

Brussels | December 15, 2023 4:49:15 AM IST

The European Council has opened membership negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, the President of the EU Council, Charles Michel informed on Thursday, CNN reported. ... read..

Millions of Chinese 'blacklisted' for debts as loan default hits record high: Report

Beijing | December 15, 2023 4:49:13 AM IST

Millions of Chinese borrowers have been blacklisted for failing to pay their debts and are mostly between the ages of 18 and 59, Voice of America (VOA) reported. ... read..

UK: Indian consulate organises event to celebrate 554th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev in Cardiff

Cardiff | December 15, 2023 3:49:10 AM IST

An event was organised by the Indian consulate in Wales, to celebrate the 554th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev in Cardiff in association with the Sikh Council of Wales. ... read..

US wants Russia to negotiate in "good faith" regarding release of detainees, Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan

Washington DC | December 15, 2023 3:49:05 AM IST

The United States said that it wants Russia to negotiate in "good faith" regarding the release of detained Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and American Paul Whelan, adding that Washington would welcome serious engagement with Moscow. ... read..

Pakistan: Protests continue despite severe cold demanding probe over Baloch killings

Balochistan | December 15, 2023 2:49:38 AM IST

Leaders of several political parties and all groups of Balochistan continued their protest in the Sariab Mill against the extrajudicial killings of Baloch people and non-recovery of missing people, Pakistan vernacular media Qudrat Daily reported. ... read..

"We want it to end as soon as possible, but...": White House on Israel-Hamas war

Washington DC | December 15, 2023 2:49:34 AM IST

The White House said on Thursday that it wants the Israel-Hamas war to end "as soon as possible" but also clarified that Washington won't be dictating terms and Tel Aviv has the right to take it "as long as they feel" to eliminate the Hamas threat. ... read..

India's Uma Sekhar gets elected to Governing Council of UNIDROIT in historic victory

Rome | December 14, 2023 11:51:36 PM IST

In a historic decision, India's first woman candidate, Uma Sekhar, was elected to the Governing Council of the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) on Thursday, according to sources. ... read..

High court orders Nepali Rupees 3 million bail for release of former home minister indicted in fake Bhutanese refugee scam

Kathmandu | December 14, 2023 11:51:25 PM IST

The Patan High Court on Thursday ordered the release of Nepal's former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand on NRs 3 million bail in the fake Bhutanese refugee scam case. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy inks MoU with IEA to advance sustainable energy policies

Middle East | December 14, 2023 11:51:23 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 14 (ANI/WAM): The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) has entered into a new partnership agreement with the French-headquartered International Energy Agency (IEA) to accelerate the clean energy transition and climate action, thr ... read..

Oman Sultan to arrive in India tomorrow on three-day state visit

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 11:51:19 PM IST

The Head of State of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, is set to begin his three-day state visit to India from tomorrow. ... read..

Over 70 armed Palestinian terrorists captured inside Gaza hospital

Middle East | December 14, 2023 11:51:15 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): Israeli soldiers captured more than 70 armed Palestinian terrorists inside a Gaza hospital, the Israel Defense Forces said on Thursday. ... read..

US NSA Jake Sullivan to discuss "efforts to reduce harm to civilians" during Israel visit

Washington, DC | December 14, 2023 10:50:50 PM IST

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, who is on a visit to Israel, is expected to talk about the efforts to be more surgical and more precise, stressing that it should reduce the harm to civilians, according to Voice of America (VOA). ... read..

Taiwan opposition leader visits China, month ahead of elections

Taipei | December 14, 2023 10:50:43 PM IST

Kuomintang (KMT) Vice Chair Andrew Hsia is making a significant visit to China, just a month ahead of Taiwan's crucial presidential and legislative elections, Taiwan News reported on Thursday. ... read..

Pakistan top court says trials of civilians by military courts in May 9 riots cases will continue

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 9:51:10 PM IST

Pakistan Supreme Court postponed on Wednesday its unanimous decision from October 23 to annul the military courts' ability to try civilians concerning the May 9 riots, according to The Nation. ... read..

US President Biden meets with families of American hostages

US | December 14, 2023 9:51:06 PM IST

Washington, DC [US], December 14 (ANI/TPS): US President Joe Biden held a private meeting on Wednesday with the families of Americans held hostage in Gaza. ... read..

Israeli FM applauds Swiss move to cut UNWRA funding

Middle East | December 14, 2023 9:51:05 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Foreign Minister Eli Cohen applauded the decision of the Swiss Parliament to end funding for UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees). The lower house of the Swiss parliament ... read..

Nepal: Man held for trying to slap former PM KP Oli during campaign

Kathmandu | December 14, 2023 9:50:57 PM IST

A person attempted to physically assault Nepal's former Prime Minister and Opposition CPN-UML Chair KP Sharma Oli during a popularity campaign in the Dhankuta district of eastern Nepal. ... read..

There's a lot of potential for India-Vietnam relationship to prosper: Vietnam's Ambassador

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 9:50:53 PM IST

Lauding ties between the nations, Vietnam's Ambassador to India, Nguyen Thanh Hai, has said that both countries are comprehensive strategic partners with each other. ... read..

Pakistan: Man arrested for killing children, eating their flesh

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 9:50:39 PM IST

Pakistan Police arrested a man for killing children and eating their flesh at Muzaffargarh in Punjab, ARY News reported. ... read..

Japanese ministers quit as Fumio Kishida faces trust deficit amid financial scandal

Tokyo | December 14, 2023 9:50:38 PM IST

Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is in the process of reshuffling his cabinet in response to the resignation of many ministers, including government spokesman and close ally Hirokazu Matsuno, due to a significant corruption scandal inside the ruling p ... read..

US urges stakeholders in Bangladesh to exercise restraint ahead of upcoming elections

Dhaka | December 14, 2023 9:50:36 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming general elections in Bangladesh, the United States has urged all stakeholders in the country to exercise restraint and avoid violence, reported Dhaka Tribune. ... read..

Pakistan People's Party to field Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for PM, Asif Ali Zardari for president

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 8:51:11 PM IST

Faisal Karim Kundi, the Information Secretary of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP), on Thursday said that party chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari will be the candidate for the position of prime minister, while his father, former president Asif Ali Zardari, ... read..

PM Modi congratulates Donald Tusk on becoming Poland's new Prime Minister

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 8:51:07 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Donald Tusk on Thursday as he became Poland's new Prime Minister. ... read..

Pak: Accountability court approves 2-day remand of Imran Khan in Toshakhana case

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 8:51:05 PM IST

An accountability court in Pakistan approved a two-day remand of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) founder Imran Khan in the Toshakhana case on Wednesday, ARY News reported. ... read..

Putin says 617,000 Russian soldiers now in Ukraine, war goals remain unchanged

Moscow | December 14, 2023 8:50:58 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that there are currently about 6,17,000 Russian soldiers in Ukraine, including 2,44,000 who were mobilised to support professional Russian military forces, Al Jazeera reported. ... read..

India-Botswana hold 4th Foreign Office Consultations

Gaborone | December 14, 2023 8:50:56 PM IST

The fourth Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Botswana were held in Gaborone on Thursday. ... read..

Myanmar becomes world's biggest opium producer, overtakes Afghanistan: UN report

New York | December 14, 2023 7:50:21 PM IST

Myanmar has overtaken Afghanistan to become the world's biggest opium producer, the United Nations said in a report. ... read..

Thai lawmaker receives 6-year sentence for 'royal insults'

Bangkok | December 14, 2023 7:49:58 PM IST

A progressive Thai lawmaker, Rukchanok Srinok, from the opposition Move Forward Party has been sentenced to six years in prison for alleged insults to the monarchy through two social media posts, CNN reported, citing, Thai Lawyers for Human Rights. ... read..

India, US reaffirm commitment to combat illicit finance risks in global financial system

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 6:51:01 PM IST

India and the United States have reiterated their commitment to jointly work to address illicit finance risk in the international financial system. ... read..

MEA urges job seekers to use safe, legal services while applying for overseas jobs

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 6:50:59 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday urged people to use the safe and legal services of registered Recruiting Agents (RA) while applying for overseas jobs as notably, there has been a huge surge in the number of overseas job seekers being cheated ... read..

Pakistan extends deadline for deportation of Afghan nationals to Feb 29 next year

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 6:50:57 PM IST

The Pakistan federal cabinet has extended the deadline for Afghan nationals to be deported to a country other than Afghanistan to February 29, 2024, as reported by Geo News. ... read..

Clashes between Chinese, Philippine vessels in South China Sea signals trouble

Beijing | December 14, 2023 6:50:47 PM IST

The ongoing military standoff between Chinese and Philippine vessels in the South China Sea has signalled 'trouble' between the military of the two countries, putting the conflict out in the open, according to CNN. ... read..

Pak drug regulatory body again recalls substandard painkiller syrup from market

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 5:51:10 PM IST

The Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) has taken swift action by recalling three batches of Dolor DS painkiller syrup from the market due to substandard quality, ARY News reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Cypher case: Special court to hold in-camera trial of Imran Khan, ex-Foreign Minister

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 5:51:04 PM IST

In a recent development, the special court has granted approval for an in-camera hearing of the bail application in the cypher case involving the founder of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan and Pakistan's former minister of foreign affairs Shah M ... read..

Pakistan: Lahore High Court halts bureaucrat deployment for 2024 elections

Lahore | December 14, 2023 5:51:02 PM IST

The Lahore High Court (LHC) on Thursday suspended the Election Commission of Pakistan's (ECP) notification to hold general elections in Pakistan's Punjab province through the executive branch, marking a significant move ahead of polls, ARY News reported. ... read..

7,000 Pakistan International Airlines employees not paid salaries due to company's financial problems

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 5:51:00 PM IST

The employees of Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) have been affected due to the ongoing financial upheaval faced by the airlines which has left its 7,000 employees without salaries in November, The Express Tribune reported. ... read..

PoK: Contingent employees in Gilgit Baltistan stage protest for wage hike, allege discrimination

Gilgit-Baltistan | December 14, 2023 4:50:33 PM IST

Contingent employees in the education department of PoK's Gilgit Baltistan staged a protest outside the office of the chief secretary recently, demanding the 'promised' hike in their minimum wages. ... read..

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to meet US National Security Adviser

Middle East | December 14, 2023 3:51:05 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will on Thursday at the Kirya (Israel's version of the Pentagon) in Tel Aviv meet with US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan, who is arriving in Israel as the guest o ... read..

Tibetans have freedom in India unlike their own country: Dalai Lama

Siliguri (West Bengal) | December 14, 2023 3:50:59 PM IST

Tibetan spiritual leader the 14th Dalai Lama on Thursday said Tibetans have freedom in India unlike their own country where "there is a lot of control". ... read..

Vivek Ramaswamy speaks on Universal values of Hinduism on being asked if the US can accept a Hindu President

Washington, DC | December 14, 2023 2:50:04 PM IST

Indian-origin and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy on Thursday responded to a question about wether the US will accept a president of different faith at the CNN town hall. ... read..

WHO chief Tedros congratulates Brazil on G20 presidency, welcomes theme of building sustainable planet

Geneva | December 14, 2023 2:50:00 PM IST

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday congratulated Brazil on its G20 presidency and welcomed the theme for the next summit -- 'Building a Just World and Sustainable Planet'. ... read..

'Majra' sheds light on importance of green skills for a sustainable future

Asia | December 14, 2023 2:49:59 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 14 (ANI/WAM): Majra - National CSR Fund hosted a workshop - during COP28 - to raise awareness on the importance of green skills for a sustainable future. ... read..

Biden says world leaders reach 'historic milestone' at COP28

Asia | December 14, 2023 2:49:53 PM IST

Washington, DC [US], December 14 (ANI/WAM): US President Joe Biden welcomed the agreement reached at COP28 on Wednesday, calling it a "historic milestone". ... read..

ASEAN, Japanese youths jointly act for sustainable development

Asia | December 14, 2023 2:49:50 PM IST

Ho Chi Minh City [Vietnam], December 14 (ANI/WAM): The ASEAN-Japan Youth Festival was held in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam on December 13 as part of activities to celebrate 50 years of ASEAN-Japan partnership and to enhance understanding and exchanges betw ... read..

US Senate passes annual defence policy bill with USD 886 billion package

Washington, DC | December 14, 2023 1:50:04 PM IST

The US Senate approved the annual defence policy bill with a compromise 886 billion USD package that laid out how the pentagon will be funded through the next fiscal year, The Hill reported. ... read..

US discusses ways to expand Taiwan's participation in international forums

Washington, DC | December 14, 2023 12:51:13 PM IST

The US and Taiwan are exploring ways to expand Taiwan's participation in the UN and other international forums, as well as addressing a range of global challenges, including public health, aviation safety and climate change, Voice of America (VOA) reporte ... read..

China: Millions blacklisted for debt as loan defaults hit record high

Beijing | December 14, 2023 12:51:08 PM IST

Amid China's economy struggles to recover and unemployment remains high, the country's indebted population is growing at a rapid rate, Voice Of America reported. ... read..

India to continue pursuit to become number one economy in world, predicts USISPF chairman

Washington, DC | December 14, 2023 11:50:45 AM IST

US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) chairman John Chambers has predicted that in 2024 India will continue its pursuit to become the number one economy in the world. ... read..

Nepal: India lays foundation stone to build high-impact community development Projects in Udayapur

Kathmandu | December 14, 2023 11:50:33 AM IST

India's Deputy Chief of Mission in Nepal, Prasanna Shirivastava along with Nepal's Minister of Parliament, Narayan Khadka laid the foundation stone for the construction of the school building of Shree Janata Belaka Secondary School in Baleka Municipality ... read..

Pakistan: PPP chairman demands inquiry into negotiations with militants, their resettlement

Peshawar | December 14, 2023 11:50:29 AM IST

Pakistan People's Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday demanded an inquiry into negotiations with militants and their resettlement in the country, Pakistan-based The News International newspaper reported. ... read..

Indian warship INS Kadmatt docks in Manila port to bolster India-Philippines maritime cooperation

Manila | December 14, 2023 11:50:22 AM IST

In a bid to bolster maritime cooperation between India and the Philippines, the Indian warship INS Kadmatt docked at the Philippine's Manila port on Monday. ... read..

Philippines, US discuss Beijing aggression, affirm peaceful resolution of disputes

Manila | December 14, 2023 11:50:20 AM IST

The Philippines and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to a free and open region grounded in transparency, rule of law, respect for sovereignty and the peaceful resolution of disputes, Philippines News Agency reported. ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan seeks recusal of IHC CJ from benches hearing cases against him

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 10:50:37 AM IST

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday filed an application seeking recusal of Islamabad High Court (IHC) Chief Justice Aamer Farooq from all the benches hearing cases against him, Pakistan-based The News International newspaper reported. ... read..

Dalai Lama arrives at Siliguri's Sed-Gyued Monastery to deliver teachings to his devotees

Siliguri (West Bengal) | December 14, 2023 10:50:27 AM IST

Tibetan spiritual leader the 14th Dalai Lama on Thursday arrived at Siliguri's Sed-Gyued Monastery to deliver teachings to his devotees. ... read..

Pak: Nawaz sharif vows for 'accountability of conspirators' against PML-N govt

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 9:49:29 AM IST

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo Nawaz Sharif once again reiterated his call for accountability for those responsible for ousting him as the country's prime minister 2017, The News International reported on Thursday. ... read..

Here to enhance collaboration between European free trade partners, India: Norway's Trade Minister

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 9:49:21 AM IST

Norway's Minister of Trade and Industry Jan Christian Vestre has said his India visit aims to enhance collaboration between European free trade partners and India, improve framework conditions for job creation, value creation, investments. ... read..

Pakistan: US agency expresses concern over uncertainties surrounding upcoming general elections

Islamabad | December 14, 2023 9:49:16 AM IST

The US-based global rating agency Fitch expressed concern over the uncertainities surrounding the upcoming elections and the potential for ensuring political volatility, which could impact the implementation of structural reforms and pose economic challen ... read..

"Cannot have old wine in new bottles and expect new results": India reiterates call for security council reforms

New York | December 14, 2023 8:49:43 AM IST

Reiterating New Delhi's stand for the expansion of the multilateral institutions, India's permanent ambassador to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj said that multilateral institutions "rarely die", they simply "fade into irrelevance." ... read..

US House approves impeachment inquiry against Biden; President calls it "baseless political stunt"

Washington DC | December 14, 2023 7:49:58 AM IST

In a major political development, the US House on Wednesday approved a resolution to formalise an impeachment enquiry into President Joe Biden over the international dealings of his son, CNN reported. ... read..

WHO blames Israel's lengthy checks for death of patient in Gaza

Tel Aviv | December 14, 2023 7:49:57 AM IST

Accusing Israel of prolonging the health and rescue mission in Gaza by detaining health workers and attacking aid trucks, World Health Organisation (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyes informed that one patient sustaining grave injuries died due to delay ... read..

Israel: The Kibbutz Daughter who 'worried about us more than she did for herself'

Middle East | December 14, 2023 7:49:51 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 14 (ANI/TPS): "My 18-year-old daughter Tchelet was killed on a Saturday morning during the holiday of Simchat Torah," Gladys Fishbein told the Tazpit Press Service. ... read..

UAE: Moro Hub presents General Directorate of Residency, Foreigners Affairs with Green Certificate

Middle East | December 14, 2023 7:49:49 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 14 (ANI/WAM): Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), presented the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) with a Green Certificate. ... read..

UAE: CBUAE maintains Base Rate at 5.40 per cent

Middle East | December 14, 2023 7:49:47 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 14 (ANI/WAM): The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to maintain the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) without change at 5.40 per cent. ... read..

"The dynamics are very positive": Swiss Secretary on FTA with India

New Delhi | December 14, 2023 5:49:21 AM IST

The dynamics of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) is very positive, with both sides in a position where they weren't closer before, Switzerland State Secretary for Economic Affairs, Helene ... read..

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