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November 6, 2024

PM Modi calls President Trump, congratulates him on election victory and discusses future cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to U.S. President Donald Trump following his resounding victory in the recent U.S. elections, congratulating him on the success and reaffirming their commitmen...

November 6, 2024

Anti-Terror Conference 2024: Amit Shah to drive ‘whole of govt’ approach in combating terrorism

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to spearhead the "Anti-Terror Conference 2024" on Thursday, emphasizing a coordinated, "whole of government" approach to combat terrorism. Hosted by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the two-day event aims to foster ...

November 6, 2024

India’s petrochemical sector to grow over three-fold to USD 1 trillion by 2040: Hardeep Puri

India’s petrochemical industry is projected to surge to USD 300 billion next year, with the potential to grow to a staggering USD 1 trillion by 2040, according to Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri. Highlighting the sector's rap...

November 6, 2024

Pakistan: Seven killed, two injured in separate shootings in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

Seven people lost their lives, and two others, including a woman, sustained injuries in two separate shooting incidents in Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province. In the first incident, a dispute o...

November 6, 2024

Nepal gears up to raise climate justice concerns on international forums

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Urban Development Prakash Man Singh has voiced Nepal's concerns over the impacts of climate change, calling for climate justice. Singh attended the 12th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF12) in Cairo, Egypt, where he h...

November 6, 2024

Bangladesh: Transparency International Voices Serious Concern Over Attacks on Journalists and Media

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has expressed serious concern over the persistent, deliberate attacks on journalists and media outlets, as well as lawsuits filed with personal and malicious intent aimed at harassment. In a press release issued on ...

November 4, 2024

UAE’S ADNOC to deploy autonomous AI in the energy sector for the first time

UAE energy giant ADNOC will apply highly autonomous agentic artificial intelligence in the energy industry for the first time, in partnership with G42, Microsoft and AIQ, its CEO Sultan Al Jaber said ...

November 2, 2024

US to deploy B-52s, warships to Middle East as aircraft carrier departs

The United States said on Friday it will deploy B-52 bombers, fighter jets, refueling aircraft and Navy destroyers to the Middle East, in a readjustment of military assets as the Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group prepares to leave the region. The Pentagon ...

October 31, 2024

Piyush Goyal Emphasizes Economic Growth, Cultural Legacy, and Strategic Ties During Riyadh Visit

On his official visit to Saudi Arabia, Union Minister Piyush Goyal engaged with the Indian diaspora, government officials, and business leaders in Riyadh to advance the India-Saudi Arabia partnership, promoting trade, cultural exchange, and mutual investment. ...

November 1, 2024

Spain grapples with devastating floods as death toll surpasses 150

A devastating storm that hit Spain, has resulted in a mounting death toll of more than 150, according to a report by CNN. Spain's deadly storm has claimed 155 lives, with Valencia experiencing its hea...

October 29, 2024

Catholic Church must do better job on compensating abuse victims, says Vatican commission

The Catholic Church must do a better job of handling compensation for the victims of clergy sexual abuse, the Vatican's child protection commission said in its first annual report on Tuesday. For decades, the Church has been shaken by scandals across the worl...

October 23, 2024

Russia says ‘unprecedented’ cyber attack hits foreign ministry amid BRICS summit

The Russian Foreign Ministry was targeted by a severe cyber attack on Wednesday, coinciding with the major BRICS summit taking place in the country, spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. Earlier Zakharova said that the ministry had been targeted by a large-scale ...

November 6, 2024

“Thank You”: US Vice President-elect JD Vance expresses gratitude after historic election win

Following Donald Trump's decisive victory over Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, Vice President-elect JD Vance shared a heartfelt message on social media platf...

November 6, 2024

PM Modi calls President Trump, congratulates him on election victory and discusses future cooperation

November 6, 2024

Trump’s Republicans win control of US Senate, make gains in House

Republicans won control of the U.S. Senate with victories in Montana, Ohio and West Virginia on Wednesday, ensuring Donald Trump's party will control at least one chamber of Congress next year. Republicans were set to hold a majority of at least 52-48 in the ...

October 17, 2024

President Droupadi Murmu receives ceremonial welcome in Malawi on historic Africa tour

President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Malawi on Thursday, marking the second leg of her landmark three-nation tour of Africa. She was greeted with a ceremonial welcome by Malawi’s Vice President Dr. M...

October 16, 2024

Fuel tanker explodes in Nigeria, killing at least 94 people

A fuel tanker crashed and exploded in Jigawa state in northern Nigeria late on Tuesday after the driver lost control of the vehicle, leaving at least 94 people dead and wounding 50 others, a police spokesperson said on Wednesday. The incident occurred in Maji...

October 15, 2024

President Murmu conferred Honorary Doctorate in Algeria

President Droupadi Murmu, currently on a three-nation tour, was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Political Science by Sidi Abdellah Science and Technology Pole University in Algiers on October 14. During the ceremony, Murmu expressed her gratitude, saying, �...