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Buenos Aires values New Delhi's consistent position on disputed Islands: Argentina Envoy

By Ayushi Agarwal New Delhi | December 7, 2023 8:20:53 PM IST

Argentina values India's 'consistent' position when it comes to the Malvinas or Falkland Islands, the Ambassador of Argentina to India, Hugo Javier Gobbi, has said, adding that Buenos Aires is grateful for New Delhi's stand of always defending the rule of ... read..

"Congratulations India!": Mexico envoy hails declaration of Garba as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 8:20:51 PM IST

Hailing the declaration of Garba as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, Mexico's Ambassador to India, Federico Salas Lotfe, said on Thursday that the famed traditional dance form of Gujarat reflects the richness of Indian culture. ... read..

"There have been two hearings...": MEA shares update on eight Indians detained in Qatar

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 7:21:04 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that India's Ambassador in Qatar had consular access on December 3 to meet all eight ex-Navy personnel in prison who were sentenced to death in Qatar and two hearings have been held on their appeal. ... read..

India has taken up threats on Indian Parliament made by Pannun with US, Canada: MEA

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 7:20:42 PM IST

India has raised the matter of threats issued by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on the Indian Parliament, with the United States and Canadian authorities, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. ... read..

Afghan Embassy in New Delhi is functional, says External Affairs Ministry

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 7:20:40 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed on Wednesday that the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi is functioning. The embassy had previously announced that it would stop its activities on October 1, 2023. ... read..

Pakistan: Death toll in Karachi mall fire rises to five

Karachi | December 7, 2023 6:21:49 PM IST

The death toll from the fire incident at Arshi shopping mall and residential flats in Pakistan's Karachi rose to five on Thursday, Geo News reported. ... read..

India, Mauritius, Sri Lanka participates in 6th NSA-level meeting of Colombo Security Conclave

Port Louis | December 7, 2023 5:21:42 PM IST

The National Security Advisers of India, Mauritius and Sri Lanka, as well as delegates from the Seychelles and Bangladesh on Thursday participated in the 6th NSA-level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) in Mauritius on Thursday. ... read..

World Bank office to resume operations in Afghanistan within a month: Afghan official

Kabul | December 7, 2023 5:21:18 PM IST

The World Bank's office will become operational in Afghanistan within a month, and it will restart its projects, halted since 2021, as reported by Khaama Press. ... read..

Palestinians threaten violence over Chanukah march

Middle East | December 7, 2023 4:22:33 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 7 (ANI/TPS): Some 200 Jewish activists are expected to join a contentious Chanukah march in Jerusalem's Old City on Thursday evening, the first night of the festival of lights, to protest against Jordan's control over Judaism's ... read..

Winners of Big 5 Global Impact Awards announced

Middle East | December 7, 2023 4:22:19 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 7 (ANI/WAM): During a glittering awards ceremony held at the Ritz Carlton DIFC last night, dmg events, organisers of Big 5 Global, announced the winners of Big 5 Global Impact Awards under 19 categories. ... read..

Meghalaya: British Asian Trust official inaugurates solar fence to mitigate human-elephant conflict

West Garo Hills (Meghalaya) | December 7, 2023 4:22:06 PM IST

In an effort to foster coexistence between villagers and wild elephants, a 1.2-kilometer-long solar-powered fence was inaugurated in Borogopal Part 3 village, West Garo Hills district of Meghalaya. ... read..

Bhutan, India collaborate on joint endeavour to safeguard endangered species in South Asia

Thimphu | December 7, 2023 3:20:50 PM IST

In a momentous initiative, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Bangladesh have united to address the pervasive issue of wildlife trafficking and trade in South Asia. Recognising the urgency and interconnectedness of the matter within the region, these nations have ... read..

Israeli military continues offensive in Khan Yunis

Middle East | December 7, 2023 3:20:46 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 7 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) said it is continuing with its battles against the terrorist organisation Hamas throughout the Gaza Strip. To that end, forces from its 98th Division continue to fight in Khan Yunis ... read..

Russian senators set March 17 as date for next year's presidential election

Moscow | December 7, 2023 3:20:36 PM IST

The Russian Federation Council unanimously agreed to officially designate March 17, 2024, as the date for next year's presidential election at a plenary meeting on Thursday, Russian state-owned news agency TASS reported. ... read..

UK Defence Minister to visit Israel, West Bank to push humanitarian aid in Gaza

Gaza Border | December 7, 2023 3:20:22 PM IST

British Defence Secretary Grant Shapps is set to visit Israel and the occupied West Bank this week to expedite humanitarian aid to Gaza, aiming to discuss direct aid delivery by sea during talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders, CNN reported on Thursd ... read..

Taliban urges neighbouring countries to be politically neutral towards Afghanistan

Kabul | December 7, 2023 2:22:05 PM IST

Afghanistan's Taliban-appointed Deputy Prime Minister for Administrative Affairs Abdul Salam Hanafi has urged neighbouring countries to be politically neutral towards Afghanistan. He said the Taliban never seeks to damage other countries, TOLO News report ... read..

Pakistan Poll body sets date to hear pleas challenging Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf intra-party elections

Islamabad | December 7, 2023 2:21:58 PM IST

The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has set a date for the hearing of petitions challenging the intra-party elections of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) reported ARY News. ... read..

"Math doesn't add up": Vivek Ramaswamy accuses Nikki Haley of corruption, corporate connections

Tuscaloosa (Alabama) | December 7, 2023 2:21:53 PM IST

Tech entrepreneur and Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy tore into opponent Nikki Haley, also an Indian American, during Wednesday's GOP debate in Alabama. ... read..

Bhutan's Chari Monastery undergoing major restoration: Report

Thimphu | December 7, 2023 2:21:41 PM IST

The 400-year-old Chari Monastery in Bhutan's Thimphu is undergoing a major restoration. Considering Loo-nag or inauspicious years in 2024 and 2025, the Laytshog Lopen of the Central Monastic Body has consecrated the monastery, The Bhutan Live reported on ... read..

Mosque decision points to possible Sinwar escape route

Middle East | December 7, 2023 2:21:39 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 7 (ANI/TPS): Hamas leader in the Gaza Strip Yahya Sinwar, considered one of the masterminds of the October 7 massacre, may try to escape into Egypt through entry points under mosques, according to Israeli media reports. ... read..

Pakistan: Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement appeals to UN for immediate release of activist Manzoor Pashteen

Balochistan | December 7, 2023 1:21:45 PM IST

The Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) has appealed to the United Nations (UN) demanding the immediate release of PTM chief Manzoor Pashteen and has also condemned his assassination attempt by the Pakistan Army. ... read..

China hopes Afghanistan will respond to international community's expectations

Beijing | December 7, 2023 1:21:28 PM IST

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin has said China hopes Afghanistan will further respond to the expectations of the international community, including adopting "moderate and prudent domestic and foreign policies," TOLO News reported. ... read..

Activist critical of Pakistan army goes 'missing', allegedly picked up by country's intelligence agencies

Islamabad | December 7, 2023 12:20:47 PM IST

The chief of Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) Manzoor Pashteen, who was arrested on December 4 for addressing a protest in Turbat has gone missing, allegedly abducted by intelligence agencies of his country. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar, Suriname counterpart Albert Ramdin co-chair 8th Joint Commission Meeting

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 12:20:20 PM IST

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, and his Suriname counterpart Albert Ramdin on Wednesday co-chaired the 8th India-Suriname Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) in New Delhi. ... read..

Rwanda's Foreign Minister Vincent Biruta arrives in New Delhi on official visit

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 11:20:37 AM IST

Rwanda's Foreign Minister Vincent Biruta on Thursday arrived in New Delhi on an official visit to further enhance India-Rwanda ties. ... read..

Benjamin Netanyahu says 'only matter of time' before Hamas chief found

Middle East | December 7, 2023 11:20:33 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 7 (ANI/TPS): Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday evening released a statement clarifying two points. One dealt with Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, now that the IDF (Israel Defense Forces) has surrounded t ... read..

90 per cent drop in visitor arrivals to Israel in November

Middle East | December 7, 2023 11:20:29 AM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 7 (ANI/TPS): Israel's Central Bureau of Statistics released the data on the total number of people who arrived in Israel from abroad in November of 2023. ... read..

Elon Musk's AI startup xAI seeks to raise USD 1 billion funding

California | December 7, 2023 10:20:59 AM IST

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence venture, xAI, has recently disclosed its intention to secure up to a billion dollars in funding, as indicated in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, Fox Business reported. ... read..

Pak: Two lives lost as car plunges into canal in Okara

Okara | December 7, 2023 10:20:55 AM IST

Two persons were killed when a vehicle carrying six people, including women, veered off the road and fell into a canal near the university road in Okara, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

PTM chief Manzoor Pashteen disappeared, allegedly picked up by Pakistan's secret agencies

Islamabad | December 7, 2023 10:20:47 AM IST

Pashtun Tahaffuz Movement (PTM) chief Manzoor Pashteen has still not been produced in court after being arrested on Monday and it is being alleged that he was forcibly disappeared by Pakistan's secret agencies. ... read..

Pakistan: Man mauled to death by tigers in zoo

Bhawalpur | December 7, 2023 10:20:45 AM IST

A man was mauled to death by four tigers at Sherbagh zoo in Bahawalpur, reported ARY News. ... read..

Pakistan: Death toll in Karachi mall fire rises to four, 2 injured

Karachi | December 7, 2023 10:20:37 AM IST

The death toll in a fire that broke out in Arshi shopping mall and residential flats near Ayesha Manzil, Karachi, rose to four, and two individuals sustained injuries, as reported by ARY News. ... read..

US-made weapons guidance system used in two Israeli airstrikes in Gaza: Amnesty International

Washington, DC | December 7, 2023 10:20:26 AM IST

An Amnesty International investigation alleged that a US-made weapons guidance system was used in two Israeli airstrikes in Gaza in October in which 43 civilians were killed, CNN reported. ... read..

US: Three killed, one injured after shooting on University of Nevada campus in Las Vegas

Las Vegas | December 7, 2023 7:20:09 AM IST

At least three people were killed and one seriously injured following a shooting on the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus in the US, CNN reported on Wednesday. ... read..

UAE Team Emirates announce net zero ambitions at COP28

Asia | December 7, 2023 6:20:05 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 7 (ANI/WAM): Today, the UAE Team Emirates' CEO and Team Principal, Mauro Gianetti, was invited to present at COP28 and used the platform to announce the team's ambitious goal of reaching net-zero by 2030. ... read..

NSA Ajit Doval arrives in Mauritius, to attend 6th NSA-level meeting of Colombo Security Conclave

Port Louis | December 7, 2023 6:20:04 AM IST

National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval arrived in Mauritius on Wednesday to participate in the 6th NSA-level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave. ... read..

UAE: Parliamentary meeting explores strategies for Paris Agreement oversight after COP28

Asia | December 7, 2023 6:20:02 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 7 (ANI/WAM): Meeting at COP28 today, parliamentarians underscored the critical importance of the landmark results and commitments achieved at COP28. ... read..

UAE: Fujairah, Rotterdam explore climate action cooperation

Asia | December 7, 2023 6:20:00 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 7 (ANI/WAM): Aseela Al Mualla, Director of Fujairah Environment Authority (FEA), met Ahmed Aboutaleb, Mayor of Rotterdam, to discuss ways to enhance joint cooperation and projects on various environmental issues. ... read..

In rare move, UN Secretary-General Guterres invokes Article 99 amid Gaza war

New York | December 7, 2023 5:21:24 AM IST

In a rare move, United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres invoked Article 99 of the UN Charter and formally referred the situation in Gaza to the UN Security Council, urging its members to "avert a humanitarian catastrophe" in the besieged enclave ... read..

Israel approves minimal increase in amount of fuel entering Gaza

Tel Aviv | December 7, 2023 5:21:23 AM IST

The Israeli Prime Minister's Office on Wednesday announced that it would approve the proposal of the war cabinet to allow a minimal supplement of fuel in the southern Gaza strip. ... read..

"We have big plans for Indian market": Top Saudi tourism official

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 7, 2023 4:20:23 AM IST

The president of Asia-Pacific (APAC) markets of the Saudi Tourism Authority, Alhasan Aldabbagh, said foraying into the Indian market is the 'biggest ambition' of Saudi Arabia and his country has big plans in that regard. ... read..

Dr BR Ambedkar was a progressive thinker; says head of UK group Pankaj Shamkunwar

London | December 7, 2023 4:20:21 AM IST

The general secretary of the Federation of Ambedkarite and Buddhist Organisation (FABO) UK, Pankaj Shamkunwar, on Wednesday, called Dr BR Ambedkar a 'progressive thinker' while underlining his contribution to Indian democracy. ... read..

UK: India High Commission honours Ambedkar, commemorates 67th 'Mahaparinirvan Diwas'

London | December 7, 2023 3:20:57 AM IST

The Indian High Commission in the UK organised a memorial event to commemorate the 68th Parinirvan Divas of Babasaheb Dr BR Ambedkar on Wednesday. ... read..

'Exercise Vajra Prahar 2023': India, US forces conduct joint drills in Meghalaya

Shillong (Meghalaya) | December 7, 2023 3:20:55 AM IST

As part of 'Exercise Vajraprahar 2023', the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Individual Aunmentees (IA) conducted various joint drills on Wednesday. ... read..

Yemen's Houthis fire ballistic missiles at Israeli city of Eilat

Tel Aviv | December 7, 2023 3:20:51 AM IST

The Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen fired ballistic missiles over the Red Sea that were intercepted and shot down by Israel's long-range Arrow air defence system, The Times of Israel reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Google launches its largest and 'most capable' AI model, Gemini

California | December 7, 2023 2:21:28 AM IST

In its most ambitious effort to compete in the rapidly growing field of generative artificial intelligence (AI), Google has introduced 'Gemini' as the company's "largest and most capable AI model", CNN reported on Wednesday. ... read..

Russian President Putin arrives in Riyadh to hold discussion with Saudi Prince

Riyadh | December 7, 2023 2:21:24 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday to hold a meeting with Saudi Arabian Prime Minister Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar interacts with Macquarie group team, shares India's 'view of world'

New Delhi | December 7, 2023 2:21:23 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday interacted with the visiting team of Macquarie Group, sharing the "strong fundamental and transformational changes underway" in the country. ... read..

Pakistan: Three people died after fire engulfs Arshi mall in Karachi

Islamabad | December 6, 2023 11:52:33 PM IST

Three people died after a fire broke out near Ayesha Manzil in Pakistan's Karachi Federal B Area on Wednesday, reported Dawn, citing police and rescue services. ... read..

16th edition of India-Germany Military Cooperation Sub Group meeting held in New Delhi

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 11:52:31 PM IST

The 16th edition of the India-Germany Military Cooperation Subgroup (MCSG) meeting was conducted from December 5-6 in New Delhi, spanning two days, the Ministry of Defence said. ... read..

Tanzania: At least 65 killed in landslides, flooding triggered by heavy rains

Dodoma | December 6, 2023 11:52:24 PM IST

At least 65 people have lost their lives in northern Tanzania following heavy landslides and flooding brought on by heavy rains on Tuesday, Al Jazeera quoted Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa as saying. ... read..

COP28 unifies global efforts aimed at finding effective solutions to climate change: South Sudan delegate

Middle East | December 6, 2023 11:52:22 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 6 (ANI/WAM): Albino Akol Atak, Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management of the Republic of South Sudan, stressed that the UAE exerts immense efforts to help and support people and communities most vulnerable to th ... read..

"Garba of Gujarat. For the world": Jaishankar after UNESCO declares it as Intangible Cultural Heritage

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 11:52:06 PM IST

Following UNESCO's inclusion of Gujarat's Garba in its Intangible Cultural Heritage list, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said that the traditional dance is not only for Gujarat but for the world. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority launches 2nd World Early Childhood Development Movement at COP28

Abu Dhabi | December 6, 2023 11:52:04 PM IST

Under the patronage of Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Office of Development and Martyrs Families Affairs at the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), the authority has launched t ... read..

India, Suriname discuss shared concerns, aspirations of Global South

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 11:51:54 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar exchanged views on shared concerns and aspirations of the Global South with his Suriname counterpart Albert Ramdin at the 8th India-Suriname Joint Commission Meeting. ... read..

Russian President Putin leaves for Saudi Arabia after concluding his UAE visit

Abu Dhabi | December 6, 2023 10:50:11 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin departs for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for his second leg of the tour, after concluding his working visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Wednesday. ... read..

Italy officially exits China's Belt and Road Initiative: Report

Rome | December 6, 2023 10:50:05 PM IST

Italy has taken an exit from China's Belt and Road Initiative, four years after becoming the only Group of Seven (G7) nation to sign up for it. ... read..

Indian Council for Cultural Relations hosts Knowledge India Visitors Programme

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 10:49:58 PM IST

The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) organised its first of its kind 'Knowledge India Visitors Programme' from December 4 to 6, to explore the diverse realms of Indian knowledge systems. ... read..

Indian visa outsourcing firm faces action in Estonia

By Ashoke Raj New Delhi | December 6, 2023 10:49:48 PM IST

BLS International, an Indian company working in the visa outsourcing sector, is facing charges of a breach in Estonia's e-residency mandate awarded by the European country's Ministry of Interiors. ... read..

India announces USD 1 million immediate relief assistance to Papua New Guinea after volcanic eruption hits region

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 9:51:37 PM IST

As volcanic eruption hits Papua New Guinea, India announces USD 1 million for immediate relief assistance to support relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts in Papua New Guinea. ... read..

Israeli military finds stockpile of terrorist weapons and explosives near school and clinic

Middle East | December 6, 2023 9:51:21 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 6 (ANI/TPS): The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported that it uncovered near both a clinic and a school in Gaza, in what it described as "one of the largest stockpiles of weapons found in the Gaza Strip" to date, hundreds of mi ... read..

Jaishankar holds delegation-level talks with Suriname counterpart Ramdin in Delhi

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 9:51:19 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held delegation-level talks with his Suriname counterpart Albert Ramdin on Wednesday here in New Delhi. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar wishes people of Finland on country's National Day

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 8:51:44 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended wishes to the government and the people of Finland on their National Day. ... read..

Russian President Putin arrives in Abu Dhabi to hold discussions with his UAE counterpart

Abu Dhabi | December 6, 2023 8:51:27 PM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday to hold meetings with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, as reported by TASS. ... read..

PoK: Terror group Mujahideen-e-Gilgit-Baltistan denies role in Chilas bus attack

Chilas (Gilgit-Baltistan) | December 6, 2023 7:52:28 PM IST

In a video released by terrorist group Mujahideen-e-Gilgit-Baltistan, the outfit has appeared to deny any involvement in the bus attack that occurred in the Chilas area of the Diamer district of Gilgit Baltistan. ... read..

Rocket sirens sound in Israeli city of Eilat, IDF says cause under investigation

Tel Aviv | December 6, 2023 7:52:21 PM IST

Some incoming sirens were sound in the southernmost city of Israel, Eilat, on Monday as Israel and Hamas continue to remain in a deadlock, with the war entering its 61st day on Wednesday, The Times of Israel reported. ... read..

US, China discuss Israel-Hamas war, reiterates imperative of all parties to prevent conflict from spreading

Washington, DC | December 6, 2023 7:51:57 PM IST

US State Secretary Antony Blinken on Wednesday held a telephonic conversation with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and reiterated the need for all parties to work together to prevent the Israel-Hamas war from spreading. ... read..

India-Myanmar holds 20th round of Foreign Office Consultations

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 6:52:25 PM IST

The 20th round of India-Myanmar Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) was held on Wednesday in New Delhi. ... read..

Islamabad High Court rejects former PM Imran Khan's plea to withdraw appeal against disqualification in Toshakhana case

Islamabad | December 6, 2023 5:50:08 PM IST

The Islamabad High Court (IHC) rejected Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan's plea to withdraw his appeal against disqualification in the Toshakhana case, as reported by Dawn. ... read..

Kazakh President Tokayev strengthens Investment Council powers to boost economic growth

Astana | December 6, 2023 5:49:43 PM IST

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a landmark decree regarding measures to increase the efficiency of attracting investment into Kazakhstan's economy and accelerating economic growth, according to the Press Office of Kazakh President, Akorda pr ... read..

UNESCO declares Gujarat's Garba as Intangible Cultural Heritage

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 5:49:41 PM IST

Garba, the famed traditional dance form of Gujarat has been declared as an Intangible Heritage by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. ... read..

Roof tiles found in Jerusalem traced to Greek King Antiochus IV of Chanukah fame

Middle East | December 6, 2023 4:50:45 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 6 (ANI/TPS): Israeli archaeologists in Jerusalem uncovered ceramic roofing tiles dating back to the reign of Greek King Antiochus IV, best known for his persecution of Jews under his rule during the events of the Chanukah holid ... read..

"Here to make it easier for Muslims in India to go to Mecca and Medina": Saudi Minister of Hajj

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 4:50:29 PM IST

Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah on Wednesday said "We are here to make it easier for Muslims in India to go to Mecca and Medina and have a great experience doing Umrah." ... read..

Canada: UKPNP raises concern over human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir

Calgary | December 6, 2023 2:52:11 PM IST

Kashmiri political activists have raised concern over the gross human rights violations in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in a recently held seminar in Calgary. ... read..

Israel's military hits 250 Gaza terror targets, some found based in schools

Middle East | December 6, 2023 2:52:09 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 6 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) reported that over the last day, the Israel Air Force attacked about 250 targets in the territory of the Gaza Strip and that its fighters continue to locate and destroy weapons, unde ... read..

Kazakhstan joins "Global Methane Pledge"

Astana | December 6, 2023 2:51:57 PM IST

Central Asia's largest oil producer and a major gas producer Kazakhstan joined the "Global Methane Pledge", a voluntary agreement to cut methane emissions by 30 per cent by 2030, during this year's COP28 event in Dubai, as per a release issued by the Emba ... read..

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron to travel to UK to reaffirm support for Ukraine

London | December 6, 2023 2:51:39 PM IST

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron will travel to the US on Wednesday to reaffirm the UK's unwavering support for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, as per a release issued on the UK government's official website. ... read..

Federal prosecutors accuse Donald Trump of sending supporters to US Capitol on January 6

Washington, DC | December 6, 2023 12:51:36 PM IST

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday accused former US President Donald Trump of a long pattern of lying about elections and encouraging violence. They said he "sent" supporters to the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, to criminally block the election results, The ... read..

Israeli military releases image of Hamas commanders it killed

Middle East | December 6, 2023 12:51:07 PM IST

Tel Aviv [Israel], December 6 (ANI/TPS): The IDF (Israel Defense Forces) revealed never-before-seen photos found in Hamas terror tunnels, including one of five of the most senior figures from its Northern Gaza Brigade killed during the fighting while hidi ... read..

12,000 people in Afghanistan afflicted with AIDS: Taliban

Kabul | December 6, 2023 11:51:53 AM IST

Approximately 12,000 people in Afghanistan are currently afflicted with the "HIV" disease, as per statistics provided by the Taliban-appointed Ministry of Public Health, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

Afghanistan world's sixth vulnerable, least ready country to address impacts of climate change: UN

Kabul | December 6, 2023 10:50:07 AM IST

The UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in Afghanistan Daniel Peter Endres has said that Afghanistan ranks as the world's sixth vulnerable, least-ready country to address the impacts of climate change, TOLO News reported. ... read..

UNAMA reports increased violence against Shia, Hazara communities in Afghanistan

Kabul | December 6, 2023 10:49:59 AM IST

The United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) said the country has witnessed an increase in violence against the Shia and Hazara communities in the past month in the provinces of Kabul, Balkh, and Herat, Khaama Press reported. ... read..

BJP National President JP Nadda meets Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto in New Delhi

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 10:49:49 AM IST

BJP National President JP Nadda on Wednesday met Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto in New Delhi. ... read..

ECP to be given full security to hold general elections in peaceful environment: Pak Interior Minister

Islamabad | December 6, 2023 9:50:33 AM IST

Pakistan's Interim Interior Minister Sarfaraz Ahmed Bugti on Tuesday said the Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) would be given full security needed to hold the upcoming general elections in a peaceful environment, Dawn newspaper reported. ... read..

Pakistan: NEPRA approves PKR 3 per unit hike in electricity prices

Islamabad | December 6, 2023 9:50:20 AM IST

Pakistan's National Electric Power Regulatory Authority (NEPRA) on Tuesday approved a Pakistani rupee (PKR) 3.07 per unit increase in electricity prices, applicable to all power distribution companies, Geo News reported. ... read..

Cross-border love story 2.0: Pakistani woman arrives in India to marry Kolkata man

Amritsar (Punjab) | December 6, 2023 7:51:17 AM IST

In yet another cross-border love story, a Pakistani woman, Javeria Khanum, legally crossed over into India through the Attari-Wagah border to marry her fiance on Tuesday. ... read..

"Where the hell are you?": Israeli PM tears into women's right groups over silence on Hamas 'rape'

Tel Aviv | December 6, 2023 7:51:15 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu came down heavily on international human rights organisations, women's groups and the UN for failing to speak out about the rapes and other atrocities committed by Hamas against Israeli women. ... read..

Russia signs declaration with Iran to override fresh US sanctions

Moscow | December 6, 2023 5:51:10 AM IST

Responding to fresh US sanctions against Moscow, Iran and Russia signed a declaration to overcome the curbs, Russian news agency TASS reported quoting Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday. ... read..

Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit Gulf countries for first time since 2019

Moscow | December 6, 2023 5:51:08 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Saudi Arabia and the UAE for the first time since 2019, with meetings scheduled with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman al Saud and the President of the United Arab Emirates, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on ... read..

UAE: Sultan bin Ahmed visits South Korean SK Telecom Company

Asia | December 6, 2023 5:51:06 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], December 6 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, visited SK Telecom on Tuesday morning in Seoul, the capital of the Republic of South Korea. ... read..

"It's something we take very seriously": US amid indictment of Indian in foiled 'plot' to kill Sikh separatist Pannun

Washington, DC | December 6, 2023 5:51:03 AM IST

Amid the indictment of an Indian in an alleged foiled assassination plot in the US, State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller said on Tuesday that the US takes the matter 'very seriously', adding that India has launched its investigation into the matter ... read..

UAE national banks' sustainable finance pledge reaffirms leadership's goals: UBF

Asia | December 6, 2023 5:51:01 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], December 6 (ANI/WAM): UAE Banks Federation (UBF) reaffirmed its commitment to support UAE's goals by pledging to mobilise over AED 1 trillion in sustainable finance by the year 2030. ... read..

UAE's Mohammed Al Ramsi appointed chairman of WRC23

Asia | December 6, 2023 5:50:59 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], December 6 (ANI/WAM): On the opening day of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC23) held in Dubai, Eng. Mohammed Al Ramsi was appointed as the Chairman of the Conference. This decision underscores the prominent global position of the ... read..

Pakistan: Death toll in Chilas bus firing rises to 10

Gilgit Baltistan | December 6, 2023 4:49:41 AM IST

The death toll from the terrorist attack on a passenger bus in Gilgit Baltistan's Chilas rose to 10 as another man, who sustained bullet injuries, died on Tuesday, ARY News reported. ... read..

US official holds meeting in Pakistan to discuss Afghan deportation plan

Islamabad | December 6, 2023 4:49:37 AM IST

A senior US Administration official dealing with refugees and migration, Julieta Valls Noyes, held a meeting with foreign secretary Cyrus Qazi and Pakistan's special representative for Afghanistan, Ambassador Asif Durrani, The Express Tribune reported on ... read..

IDF should retain control for disarmament of Gaza after war, says Israeli PM Netanyahu

Tel Aviv | December 6, 2023 4:49:35 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday rejected the idea that an international force could be responsible for security in the Gaza Strip after the war, saying that the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) should retain control of the disarmament of G ... read..

US announces 21 million USD in additional aid for Gaza

El-Arish | December 6, 2023 4:49:33 AM IST

Amid the fresh hostilities between Israel and Hamas, after a brief pause for the release of hostages, the United States announced an additional 21 million USD in aid to Gaza, CNN reported quoting US Aid Administrator Samantha Power on a trip to Egypt. ... read..

"India, Kenya share common views on major global issues": President Droupadi Murmu

New Delhi | December 6, 2023 3:51:42 AM IST

Expressing her happiness over the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the Group of 20 (G20), President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday said India and Kenya share common views on major global issues. ... read..

Paris set for major transport upgrade as new Metro network takes shape

Paris | December 6, 2023 3:51:38 AM IST

The transportation system in Paris is set for a major overhaul, as a Grand Paris Express, a new 200 Km (120 mile) system, will add four lines and 68 brand new stations to the existing Metro rail network, CNN reported. ... read..

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