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September 13, 2024 9:38 AM

US President Biden to host PM Modi, other leaders for fourth Quad Leaders Summit on Sept 21

US President Joe Biden is set to host the fourth in-person Quad leaders summit in Delaware on September 21 and is looking forward to welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as well as other leaders, the White House said on Thursday (local time). The...

September 13, 2024 8:57 AM

US imposes sanctions on suppliers to Pakistan’s Ballistic missile program including China based-firms

The US State Department imposed sanctions on China-based firms, for their supply to Pakistan's ballistic missile program under the missile sanctions laws on Thursday. "The Department of State is taking action against five entities and one individual...

September 12, 2024 11:53 PM

Ready to resign, want justice for the victim, says CM Mamata Banerjee amid junior doctors’ protest

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged protesting junior doctors to return to work, stating that while she is prepared to resign from her post, her priority remains justice for the RG Kar rape-murder victim and ensuring proper medical c...

September 12, 2024 10:29 PM

Nepal’s first Salt Trading Corporation Marks 62nd Anniversary

Nepal's first Public Private Partnership establishment, Salt Trading Corporation (STC), celebrates its 62nd anniversary today. On the occasion, Industry, Commerce, and Supplies Minister Damodar Bhandari assured that there would be no shortage of food...

September 12, 2024 9:39 PM

Billionaire and engineer conduct first private spacewalk in SpaceX mission

Two astronauts - a billionaire and an engineer - completed the world's first private spacewalk in orbit on Thursday outside a SpaceX capsule, wearing a new line of spacesuits in a risky feat previously exclusive to astronauts from national space prog...

September 12, 2024 6:19 PM

What is the UNGA and what will world leaders talk about?

Every September world leaders travel to New York to address the start of the annual United Nations General Assembly session. The six days of speeches to mark the beginning of the 79th session will start on Sept. 24. WHO SPEAKS WHEN? When the Unite...

September 12, 2024 6:08 PM

Rich nations have millions of mpox shots as Africa’s outbreak spreads; Will they share?

Rich countries have several hundred million doses of vaccines that could help fight an mpox outbreak in Africa, where donated shots fall far short of what is needed, according to a Reuters tally of public statements, documents and estimates from non-...

September 12, 2024 5:30 PM

Flooding in Thailand maroons thousands in northern province

Thailand deployed military special forces in the northern province of Chiang Rai on Thursday after flooding marooned thousands that authorities are trying to reach with boats and helicopters. At least 33 people have died across Thailand since mid-Au...

September 12, 2024 5:30 PM

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Geneva, pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Geneva, Switzerland, on Thursday, starting his visit by paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi. In a post on X, he said, "Started my visit to Geneva by paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi. In a world of polari...

September 12, 2024 1:47 PM

Punjab Tourism and ODOP spotlighted at Indian Embassy in Bahrain

The Indian Embassy in Bahrain unveiled new displays showcasing Punjab's tourism attractions and One District One Product (ODOP) scheme in a vibrant ceremony this week. The event marks Punjab as the sixth state to be featured in the Embassy's ongoing ...

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