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PM Modi hails India-Germany growing defence cooperation as symbol of 'mutual trust'

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 3:41:45 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the growing cooperation between India and Germany in the defence and security sectors, citing it as a symbol of their deep mutual trust . ... read..

India-Germany strategic partnership a "strong anchor" in turbulent times: PM Modi

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 3:12:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday emphasised the strategic partnership between India and Germany, which he said has emerged as a "strong anchor" at a time when the world is going through an era of tensions and uncertainity. ... read..

"Correct time to get involved in India's growth story": PM Modi at Asia-Pacific Conference

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 1:42:27 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India's growth and stated, "This is the time and correct time to get involved in India's growth story," during his address at the 18th Asia-Pacific Conference of German Business 2024 in New Delhi. ... read..

On India visit, German Chancellor Scholz stresses on finding political solutions to Russia-Ukraine, West Asia conflicts

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 1:42:15 PM IST

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz who is on an India visit on Friday urged for collective action by countries to do whatever they can to bring about political solutions to resolving global conflicts, including Russia-Ukraine and West Asian crisis, based on i ... read..

Baloch Yakjehti Committee to stage another protest rally amid increasing youth disappearances

Kharan | October 25, 2024 1:41:49 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee scheduled a peaceful protest rally today in Kharan to raise their voice for disappeared youths due to an increase in the number of enforced disappearances by the Pakistan armed forces. ... read..

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 12:11:59 PM IST

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who is in India on a two-day State visit on Friday morning met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his 7 Lok Kalyan Marg official residence in New Delhi. ... read..

Pakistan: Karachi residents protest over water, electricity shortage

Karachi | October 25, 2024 11:41:55 AM IST

Karachi residents took to the streets on University Road to protest the ongoing water and electricity shortage in the PIB Colony area, ARY News reported. ... read..

Venezuela Executive Vice-President Delcy Rodriguez arrives in India

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 10:11:48 AM IST

India extended a warm welcome to Executive Vice President of Venezuela Delcy Rodriguez as she arrived on Friday in the country on a working visit. ... read..

PM Trudeau announces cuts to immigration numbers for next two years

Ottawa | October 25, 2024 9:11:43 AM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced plans to significantly reduce the number of immigrants coming to Canada for the next two years. ... read..

Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Week to drive advancement in childhood development

Middle East | October 25, 2024 7:41:43 AM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 25 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes' Affairs and Chairman of Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), Ab ... read..

UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed attends BRICS Plus Summit in Kazan

Asia | October 25, 2024 7:41:42 AM IST

Kazan [Russia], October 25 (ANI/WAM): Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the BRICS Plus Summit held as part of the BRICS Summit, held from 22nd to 24th October, 2024, in Kazan, Russia. The ... read..

German Embassy hosts fifth edition of GSDP Conversation Series at IIT Delhi

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 7:11:44 AM IST

The German Embassy in New Delhi hosted the fifth edition of its GSDP Conversation Series, titled "The Future of Work in the Digital Era: Indo-German Skills Development in Education and Training," at IIT Delhi. ... read..

SEWA delegation reviews latest insurance services in London

Middle East | October 25, 2024 7:11:42 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 25 (ANI/WAM): A delegation from Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) recently visited Marsh McLennan, the world's largest risk and insurance solutions provider based in London, to present the Authority's efforts and f ... read..

PM Modi, Chinese President Xi's meeting "positive and put bilateral ties back on track": JNU Professor

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 6:41:41 AM IST

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Professor Srikanth Kondapalli has welcomed the meeting held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, calling it "positive" and stressing that it has put the bilateral relations back on track. ... read..

"Intend to be president for all Americans": US Vice President Kamala Harris

Pennsylvania | October 25, 2024 5:41:41 AM IST

With less than two weeks remaining in the presidential elections, US Vice President Kamala Harris expressed her intent to be the leader of "all Americans." ... read..

Singapore Navy Ship RSS Tenacious with embarked helicopter arrives at Vishakhapatnam for bilateral exercise SIMBEX

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 4:41:43 AM IST

Singapore Navy Ship RSS Tenacious with an embarked helicopter arrived at Visakhapatnam on Wednesday to participate in the 31st edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX). ... read..

Canada: Trudeau vows to lead Liberal Party in next election despite MPs calls to step aside

Ottawa | October 25, 2024 4:11:41 AM IST

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Thursday that he will lead his Liberal Party into the next election even after two dozen of his Members of Parliament called on him to step aside, Canada-based Global News reported. ... read..

Germany's Federal Minister stresses importance of Asia Pacific Conference of German Business

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 3:11:41 AM IST

Stressing the importance of the 18th Asia-Pacific Conference of the German Business (APK), Germany's Federal Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Action, Robert Habeck, has stated that the conference could not be more timely as the world is changing i ... read..

India hands over first tranche of humanitarian assistance to Lebanon

Beirut | October 25, 2024 2:11:45 AM IST

India's Ambassador to Lebanon, Noor Rahman Sheikh, on Thursday, handed over the first tranche of humanitarian assistance sent by India to Lebanon. ... read..

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lands in Delhi for 2-day state visit

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 1:41:52 AM IST

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has arrived in New Delhi for a two-day state visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the 7th Intergovernmental Consultations (IGC). The Chancellor landed in Delhi on Wednesday. ... read..

7th Intergovernmental Consultations between India and Germany to be held on Oct 25-26

New Delhi | October 25, 2024 1:41:50 AM IST

The 7th IGC is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on October 25-26 and will be co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Oalf Scholz, an official statement said. ... read..

US: Survey shows Donald Trump taking narrow national lead over Kamala Harris

Washington, DC | October 25, 2024 1:41:44 AM IST

With the presidential elections merely two weeks away, a new national survey from The Wall Street Journal has revealed that US Vice President Kamala Harris and former US President Donald Trump remain effectively tied with 12 days until Election Day, Polit ... read..

"Inappropriate, not even a diplomatic practice": Recalled Indian envoy Sanjay Verma slams Canada's "person of interest" allegations

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 11:41:47 PM IST

Recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma, on Thursday criticised Canadian authorities, stating that it was inappropriate and not a diplomatic practice to label a diplomat as a "person of interest". ... read..

7th IGC between India, Germany to be co-chaired by PM Modi and German Chancellor Scholz

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 11:12:07 PM IST

The 7th Inter Governmental Consultations (IGC) between India and Germany is scheduled to be held in New Delhi on October 25 and 26 and will be co-chaired by PM Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Scholz. ... read..

"Need to ask if existing modalities are enough to address complex challenges we face," MEA Secy (West)

Apia | October 24, 2024 11:12:02 PM IST

Tanmaya Lal, Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, while addressing Pre-CHOGM Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Apia, Samoa said that Samoa and India should carefully evaluate the needs of all our members against the means in hand -- both mate ... read..

"Double standard, doglapan...": Indian envoy Sanjay Verma on Canadian agency publishing report tracking Indian journos, media organisaitons

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 11:11:56 PM IST

Recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Verma on Thursday slammed Canadian authorities for monitoring individual Indian journalists and media after which a dossier was submittied to the foreign interference commission and such acts amoun ... read..

UAE expresses solidarity with Philippines, conveys condolences over victims of tropical storm

Middle East | October 24, 2024 11:11:45 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates expressed its solidarity with the Republic of the Philippines, which sustained significant damage across several regions as a result of Tropical Storm Kristine, which led to a number of death ... read..

Infrastructure of educational institution built under India's aid inaugurated in Nepal

Kathmandu | October 24, 2024 11:11:44 PM IST

Campus Building of Aanbookhaireni Campus in Tanahun District in Central Nepal built in India's High Impact Community Development Projects (HICDP) was inaugurated on Thursday. ... read..

Putin calls for de-escalation in Middle East, comments on relations with US during BRICS Summit

Kazan | October 24, 2024 10:41:44 PM IST

In his statements during the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke about various issues ranging from Russia's role as a moderator in the Middle East to the country's relationship with North Korea and Donald Trump, amongst othe ... read..

Internet services shut down in Balochistan amid ongoing protest over enforced disappearances

Kench | October 24, 2024 9:41:48 PM IST

The internet services were temporarily shut down in the Kech district of Balochistan amid ongoing protests called by the Baloch Yakjehti Committee against the enforced disappearances on Wednesday, The Balochistan Post reported. ... read..

"They came very close to bodily harm us": Recalled Indian envoy to Canada on attack by Khalistanis

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 9:41:42 PM IST

Recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma on Thursday shared a terrifying moment when Khalistani attacked him with a sword in Alberta while he was along with his wife. ... read..

"We shared name of Goldy Brar...What happened?": Recalled Indian envoy to Canada

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 9:11:51 PM IST

Recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma on Thursday lambasted the Canadian government for fostering criminals and "encouraging Khalistani extremists," while highlighting the case of Goldy Brar. ... read..

"No shred of evidence was shared, it was all politically motivated": Indian envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma on India-Canada Row

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 9:11:48 PM IST

Indian envoy Sanjay Kumar Verma, who was recalled by the Centre as Trudeau Government's actions "endangered safety" of Indian diplomats, has said that not a shred of evidence was shared by the Canadian authorities over their allegations concerning an assa ... read..

Abu Dhabi Fund for Development launches 2nd Kafa'at programme

Middle East | October 24, 2024 9:11:45 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi Fund for Development (ADFD) has launched the second edition of its Kafa'at programme to help employees advance their professional and interpersonal skills. The initiative focuses on enhancing expertise in d ... read..

Neena Malhotra nominated as India's Ambassador to Sweden

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 8:41:43 PM IST

The Ministry of External Affairs nominated Neena Malhotra as India's next Ambassador to Sweden, as per a statement by the MEA. ... read..

UAE highlights its milestone achievements in global polio eradication under leadership of President Nahyan

Middle East | October 24, 2024 8:11:46 PM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): Abdul Rahman bin Mohammad bin Nasser Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention of UAE, stressed that the country has achieved significant milestones in the global eradication of polio thanks to the strategic vision of ... read..

"BRICS itself is statement of how profoundly old order is changing": Jaishankar at BRICS Outreach session

Kazan | October 24, 2024 8:11:41 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday highlighted multi-polarity amid global uncertainties and stressing the need for collaborative solutions. ... read..

"Today our fight is not just for our land, but for our dignity": Baloch activist

Berlin | October 24, 2024 7:41:49 PM IST

Shar Hassan, President of the Baloch National Movement (BNM) Germany Chapter, has urged support from the international community to voice against the injustice faced by the Baloch nation at an event in Leipzig, Germany, as per a statement by the BNM. ... read..

UAE signs two agreements with IMF to support Poverty Reduction and Sustainability Trusts

Middle East | October 24, 2024 7:41:44 PM IST

Washington DC [US], October 24 (ANI/WAM): UAE's Ministry of Finance (MoF) announced that the country has signed two agreements with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to contribute to the financing of the Poverty Reduction and Growth Trust (PRGT) and t ... read..

WHO congratulates South East Asia for its polio eradication achievements on World Polio Day

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 7:11:43 PM IST

Saima Wazed, World Health Organisation's (WHO) Regional Director for South-East Asia, on Thursday congratulated the region for achieving and maintaining a decade of polio-free status on World Polio Day celebrated today. ... read..

Pak: Christian priest urges govt's action against Zakir Naik who "openly questioned" their faith

Sahiwal | October 24, 2024 6:41:46 PM IST

Reverend Azad Marshall, President Bishop of the Synod, the Church of Pakistan, has written a letter to Pakistan President Asif Ali Zardari expressing his concerns regarding remarks made by controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik about the Christian com ... read..

Export Credit Agencies of Switzerland, Germany, Austria support trade with India

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 6:41:41 PM IST

The Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) of Germany (Euler Hermes), Austria (OeKB), and Switzerland (Swiss Export Risk Insurance SERV), together with the Swiss Business Hub India and Switzerland Global Enterprise, organized a conference in New Delhi on October 2 ... read..

Kazakhstan selected as Top Country in Lonely Planet's Best In Travel 2025 list

Astana | October 24, 2024 5:11:53 PM IST

Lonely Planet, a leading international travel media, has named Kazakhstan as one of the best countries to visit in its annual Best in Travel 2025 rankings, an official statement said. ... read..

Tibetan rights group demand China to reveal location of detained monks

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | October 24, 2024 5:11:45 PM IST

The Tibetan Centre for Human Rights and Democracy (TCHRD) has urgently called on Chinese authorities to reveal the whereabouts of four Tibetans subjected to incommunicado detention in Ngaba (Aba), located in the Ngaba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefectu ... read..

PoGB: Protests over Sarfaranga Cold Desert land ruling cross one-month mark

Shigar | October 24, 2024 5:11:40 PM IST

The situation in the Shigar district of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan remains tense as residents continue their sit-in protest against a recent court ruling that declared the Sarfaranga Cold Desert as "khalisa sarkar" (state land), marking one month ... read..

Pakistan: Imran Khan's wife Bushra Bibi granted bail in Toshkhana-II case

Islamabad | October 24, 2024 4:41:51 PM IST

Bushra Bibi, wife of imprisoned former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been granted bail from the Adiala Jail in connection with the Toshakhana-II case, Ary News reported. ... read..

"BRICS is a statement of how profoundly world order is changing": EAM Jaishankar

Kazan | October 24, 2024 3:41:52 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar at the 16th BRICS Summit in BRICS Plus format highlighted the significant strides made by nations that have gained independence from colonial rule, noting their accelerated development and socio-economic progress and ... read..

Pakistan: Lawyers protest against police force over torture of colleague

Karachi | October 24, 2024 3:12:01 PM IST

Lawyers protested over the non-registration of the case by Pakistan's Mehmoodabad police along Karachi streets against the alleged torture of their fellow lawyer and his family on Wednesday evening. ... read..

Sudan denies attack on UAE Ambassador's residence, calls allegations "fabricated"

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 3:11:42 PM IST

Hassan Ali Osman Mahmoud, Charge d' affaires at the embassy, has vehemently denied allegations regarding the attack on the UAE Ambassador's residence in Khartoum, labelling them as fabricated. ... read..

EAM Jaishankar meets with heads of delegations at BRICS Summit Outreach

Kazan | October 24, 2024 2:42:03 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar joined the heads of delegations for a photo session at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia. ... read..

US lawmakers criticise South Africa's relocation of Taiwan office amid Chinese pressure

New York | October 24, 2024 2:42:02 PM IST

US senators and representatives criticised the South African government this week for yielding to China's demands regarding the relocation of Taiwan's representative office. ... read..

"US-India partnership vital for preserving peace in Indo-Pacific region": Former White House official Lisa Curtis

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 1:41:54 PM IST

Lisa Curtis, Director of the Indo-Pacific Security Program at the Center for New American Security and former White House official, said that the partnership between the United States and India is crucial for maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pa ... read..

Peaceful assemblies face violent resistance from Pakistani forces amid enforced disappearances

Karachi | October 24, 2024 1:41:44 PM IST

The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) has faced massive resistance from the Pakistani forces, arresting peaceful assemblies in different districts of Balochistan after protests against enforced disappearances. ... read..

German Minister Hubertus Heil hails India-Germany ties, says nations share several common interests

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 12:41:50 PM IST

German Federal Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Hubertus Heil, said that Germany and India have numerous common interests, including maintaining worldwide security and promoting peace. ... read..

Tibetan President-in-exile welcomes PM Modi-President Xi meeting; cautions on trusting China

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 12:12:00 PM IST

Tibetan President-in-exile Penpa Tsering welcomed the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasising that any improvement in relations between the two nations contributing to peace is appreciative. ... read..

Pakistan reports 40th polio case this year, nationwide vaccination drive to begin from October 25

Islamabad | October 24, 2024 11:41:53 AM IST

Pakistan has reported its 40th polio case this year, with a child from Kohat district in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa contracting the Type-I of the poliovirus, according to a report by ARY News, citing National Institutes of Health (NIH) sources. ... read..

Canada: Dissident MPs call for Trudeau's resignation, deadline set for October 28

Ottawa | October 24, 2024 10:42:00 AM IST

Internal calls for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation as Liberal leader intensified on Wednesday as Liberal MPs convened on Parliament Hill, according to a report by CBC News. ... read..

Tibetan Children's Village School celebrates 64th founding anniversary in Dharamshala

Himachal Pradesh | October 24, 2024 10:11:47 AM IST

Hundreds of Tibetans, including faculty, alumni, students and staff, gathered in the Tibetan Children's Village (TCV) School to celebrate the school's 64th founding anniversary in North Indian hill town Dharamshala on Wednesday. ... read..

"We have set target of having 30,000 Indian students by 2030": French envoy Thierry Mathou

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 12:41:43 PM IST

France's Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, highlighted the nation's commitment to strengthening Indo-French educational ties during the Choose France Tour 2024. He further said that the tour aims to attract Indian students to France, with a goal of 30, ... read..

12 Chinese aircraft, five naval vessels spotted near Taiwan

Taipei | October 24, 2024 9:41:44 AM IST

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) reported Chinese military activity near the island on Thursday and said that by 6 am (local time), 12 Chinese aircraft and five naval vessels were detected in the region. ... read..

"We have long recognised and experienced Khalistani extremism," says Canadian MP Chandra Arya

Ottawa | October 24, 2024 9:11:40 AM IST

Canadian Member of Parliament Chandra Arya addressed the issue of Khalistani extremism in Canada, acknowledging that the administration has long recognised the severity of this problem. ... read..

"There need to be peace between India, China": UK House of Lords member Raminder Ranger

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 8:41:47 AM IST

Raminder Ranger, a member of the House of Lords of the United Kingdom, hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping as a crucial development and emphasised the urgent need for peace between India and China. ... read..

Sharjah Museums Authority celebrates decade of cultural exchange at SAWA Conference

Middle East | October 24, 2024 7:41:43 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is organising the Conference: "SAWA: A Decade of Cross-Cultural Museum Learning," from 4th to 5th November 2024, marking ten years of the impactful SAWA Museum Studies Programme - a coll ... read..

400 experts to explore AI innovations during 11th Sharjah International Library Conference

Middle East | October 24, 2024 7:41:42 AM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) is set to welcome library professionals and experts worldwide to the 11th edition of the Sharjah International Library Conference (SILC) from 9th to 10th November. Organised in collabor ... read..

Dubai launches ZayedAndRashid campaign to celebrate national occasions in UAE

Middle East | October 24, 2024 7:11:46 AM IST

Dubai [UAE], October 24 (ANI/WAM): Under the directives of Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council (DMC), Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office ( ... read..

Bangladesh bans student wing of Sheikh Hasina's party

Dhaka | October 24, 2024 7:11:44 AM IST

Bangladesh interim government on Wednesday banned Bangladesh Chatra League, the student organization of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's party Awami League, after a demand by a student group that led the July-August uprising. ... read..

"Peace between India, China very important for world as whole": Former Indian envoy

Pune (Maharashtra) | October 24, 2024 7:11:43 AM IST

Former Indian Ambassador to China, Gautam Bambawale said on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Russia's Kazan. ... read..

FM Sitharaman, World Bank President discuss issues related to private capital participation in Global Public Goods

Washington, DC | October 24, 2024 6:41:42 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman held a meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga on the sidelines of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings 2024, in Washington, DC on Wednesday. ... read..

India provided financial support to its neighbours much before IMF: Nirmala Sitharaman

Washington, DC | October 24, 2024 6:41:40 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that India provided financial support to its neighbours in times of distress with no conditions attached much before the International Monetary Fund (IMF) reached some countries in the neighbourhood. ... read..

US says North Korea sent at least 3000 soldiers into eastern Russia in October

Washington, DC | October 24, 2024 6:11:40 AM IST

The White House has said that at least 3000 North Korean soldiers arrived in eastern Russia in October and are currently undergoing training there, adding there is a "highly concerning probability" they will join the fight against Ukraine. ... read..

No country, US far away or China very close to us, cannot ignore India: Nirmala Sitharaman

Washington, DC | October 24, 2024 5:11:42 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that India wants to enhance its influence in the world as one in every six persons is Indian and the world cannot ignore India's economy. ... read..

Turkiye: 5 killed, 22 injured in terrorist attack on aerospace company headquarters

Ankara | October 24, 2024 4:41:40 AM IST

At least five people have been killed and 22 others were injured in an attack on the headquarters of Turkiye's aerospace and defence company Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAS) near Ankara on Wednesday, Al Jazeera reported citing Turkiye's Interior Minis ... read..

India, China need to strengthen cooperation, properly manage their differences: Chinese envoy

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 3:41:42 AM IST

Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a meeting in Kazan on Wednesday. Xu stressed that the best way to advance the fundamental interests of both nations is to keep to the tre ... read..

Sharjah Chamber showcases investment opportunities in the food industry at SIAL Paris 2024

Middle East | October 24, 2024 2:41:45 AM IST

Paris [France], October 24 (ANI/WAM): The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), represented by the Sharjah Exports Development Centre (SEDC) affiliated with the Chamber, participated in SIAL Paris 2024, one of the leading international food and ... read..

Jaishankar meets Indonesian counterpart in Kazan, discusses strengthening strategic partnership

Kazan | October 24, 2024 2:41:43 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono in Kazan, Russia, on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit. ... read..

Hezbollah confirms death of Hassan Nasrallah's potential successor Hashem Safieddine

Beirut | October 24, 2024 2:11:41 AM IST

Hezbollah has confirmed the death of the group's executive council head Hashem Safieddine, CNN reported. He was one of the candidates possibly slated to take charge after Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's killing. ... read..

King Charles has really special place in his heart for India: British envoy Lindy Cameron

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 1:41:43 AM IST

British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, said on Wednesday that it is fantastic to celebrate King Charles III's birthday in Delhi. She stated that King Charles has a "special place" in his heart for India. ... read..

PM Modi calls BRICS Summit in Kazan "very productive", thanks Russian President for hospitality

Kazan | October 24, 2024 1:11:49 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described the 16th BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan as "very productive" and said that he had the opportunity to discuss various issues and meet several world leaders. ... read..

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after attending BRICS Summit in Russia

New Delhi | October 24, 2024 1:11:44 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi returned to Delhi after his two-day visit to Russia, during which he participated in the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan. ... read..

PM Modi highlighted how BRICS is becoming more effective as global force for good, says Foreign Affairs expert

New Delhi | October 23, 2024 11:41:49 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his address at the BRICS Summit, highlighted how the grouping is becoming more effective as a force for good globally, with more nations joining the bloc, Foreign Affairs expert Robinder Sachdev said. ... read..

'My Health' conference calls for promoting physical activity, healthy nutrition as the cornerstone of sustainable health

Middle East | October 23, 2024 11:41:47 PM IST

Sharjah [UAE], October 23 (ANI/WAM): Under the patronage of Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Supreme Council for Family Affairs (SCFA), the 10th edition of the 'My Health' conference commenced today ( Wednesday) with over 36 exp ... read..

India, China agreement on partolling along LAC essentially pertains to Depsang, Demchok areas: Vikram Misri

Kazan | October 23, 2024 11:41:46 PM IST

The agreement reached between India and China on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh "essentially pertains" to the areas of Depsang and Demchok, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Wednesday. ... read..

Spanish President Pedro Sanchez to visit India from October 27-29

New Delhi | October 23, 2024 11:11:51 PM IST

Spanish President Pedro Sanchez, accompanied by his spouse Begona Gomez, will pay an official visit to India from October 27 to 29 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement on Wednesday. ... read..

Pakistan's Charge d'Affaires to India lays chaddar at shrine of Hazrat Khwaja Nizamuddin Aulia

New Delhi | October 23, 2024 11:11:45 PM IST

The Charge d'Affaires of Pakistan to India, Saad Ahmad Warraich, laid a traditional chaddar at the shrine of Hazrat Khwaja Nizamuddin Aulia (RA) in New Delhi today, representing the Government and people of Pakistan. ... read..

BRICS Summit in expanded format takes place in Kazan with focus on stronger economic cooperation

Kazan | October 23, 2024 11:11:49 PM IST

The 16th BRICS Summit concluded in Kazan, Russia, on Wednesday, with key meetings taking place in both narrow and expanded formats. ... read..

Hamdan bin Zayed chairs ERC's BoD meeting

Middle East | October 23, 2024 11:11:41 PM IST

Abu Dhabi [UAE], October 23 (ANI/WAM): Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in the Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), affirmed that the ERC's initiatives in the ''Year of Sustainability'' articulate the UAE's v ... read..

Kazan Declaration: BRICS leaders emphasise use of local currency, call for greater financial cooperation

Kazan | October 23, 2024 10:41:57 PM IST

The leaders of BRICS nations reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening financial cooperation and expanding the use of local currencies in a bid to enhance economic stability and promote development. ... read..

PM Modi welcomes agreement for "complete disengagement, resolution" of issues that arose in 2020 in India-China border areas

Kazan | October 23, 2024 10:41:53 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, who had a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of BRICS Summit, underlined the need to progress bilateral relations from a strategic and long-term perspective, enhance strategic communication an ... read..

Kazan Declaration: BRICS leaders condemn terrorism in all forms, call for comprehensive approach at global level

Kazan | October 23, 2024 10:41:46 PM IST

The leaders of the BRICS nations issued an unequivocal condemnation of terrorism at the Kazan Declaration, adopted at the conclusion of the 16th BRICS Summit on Wednesday, and emphasised the need for global cooperation to combat this threat. ... read..

PM Modi, Chinese President welcome patrolling agreement; Special Representatives on boundary question to meet at an early date

Kazan | October 23, 2024 10:12:06 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday welcomed the agreement on patrolling arrangements along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh and agreed that the Special Representatives will meet at an early date to overs ... read..

British High Commission celebrates King Charles' birthday in Delhi

New Delhi | October 23, 2024 10:11:56 PM IST

The British High Commission in India hosted King Charles' birthday party in the national capital on Wednesday. ... read..

Hasty constitutional amendments undermine judiciary in Pakistan; claims MQM Supremo Altaf Hussain

London | October 23, 2024 10:11:46 PM IST

Muttahida Qaumi Movement - Pakistan (MQM) founder and leader Altaf Hussain raised serious concerns over the 26th Constitutional Amendments and alleged that the changes undermine the judiciary in Pakistan. ... read..

Terrorist attack targets Turkish Aerospace Industries facility in Ankara

Middle East | October 23, 2024 9:11:44 PM IST

A terrorist attack targeted the facilities of Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) in the Turkish capital, Ankara, early Wednesday Anadolu reported. ... read..

PM Modi meets UAE President on BRICS Summit sidelines

Kazan | October 23, 2024 9:11:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his delight at meeting United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Kazan, referring to him as "my brother." ... read..

PoJK: Protests erupt on 77th anniversary of tribal invasion, locals highlight ongoing struggles for rights and recognition

Muzaffarabad | October 23, 2024 8:41:49 PM IST

Members of the United Kashmir People's National Party and the Jammu Kashmir National Students Federation (JKNPSF) held huge protests in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) to mark the 77th anniversary of the tribal invasion backed by the Pakistani ... read..

BRICS Summit: Xi Jinping calls for stronger economic cooperation within grouping, greater representation of Global South

Kazan | October 23, 2024 8:11:47 PM IST

Chinese President Xi Jinping, while addressing the plenary session of the 16th BRICS Summit, underscored the need for stronger financial and economic cooperation within the bloc, and also called for greater representation of the Global South. ... read..

PM Modi emplanes for Delhi after taking part in BRICS Summit

Kazan | October 23, 2024 8:11:45 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emplaned for Delhi after attending the 16th BRICS Summit here. ... read..

Pakistan: UN rights chief raises concerns over new constitutional amendment

Islamabad | October 23, 2024 8:11:43 PM IST

The United Nations Human Rights chief Volker Turk has raised concerns over the 26th Constitutional Amendment, alleging that it will "seriously undermine" judicial independence. ... read..

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan meets Australian counterpart Jason Clare; discusses cooperation in education

Canberra | October 23, 2024 7:41:41 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met his Australian counterpart Jason Clare on Wednesday and held discussions on issues of shared priorities, including early childhood care, teacher capacity building, and the potential for school twinning initi ... read..

Kazan Declaration emphasises on reforms in global security and multilateralism

Kazan | October 23, 2024 7:11:53 PM IST

Global leaders during the 16th BRICS summit held in Kazan, Russia, held deliberations on various issues and came to positive conclusions. The theme of the Summit was, ''Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security''. At the conc ... read..

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