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March 11, 2024 9:04 AM

Ramadan to begin in much of the Middle East from Monday

The crescent moon signaling the start of Ramadan was sighted in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, prompting a Monday start to the holy month for much of the Middle East. Qatar and the UAE have also confirmed they will begin observing Ramadan from March 11th. ...

March 7, 2024 10:18 AM

Gaza ceasefire possible, US says; South Africa again asks World Court to intervene

The U.S. said on Wednesday that talks on a ceasefire and release of hostages in Gaza could still reach an agreement between Hamas and Israel as the enclave's humanitarian crisis prompted South Africa to ask the World Court for new emergency measure...

March 7, 2024 9:02 AM

Novel insurance scheme launched for Indian workers in UAE with coverage for natural deaths

Addressing the pressing need for financial security among Indian blue-collar workers in the UAE, a revolutionary Life Protection Plan (LPP) has been launched in the country, specifically designed for Indian expatriates, especially blue-collar workers...

March 5, 2024 10:14 AM

UN team says sexual violence likely occurred during Hamas attack on Israel

A United Nations expert team released findings on Monday indicating "reasonable grounds to believe" incidents of sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, took place at multiple sites during the Oct. 7 attack on Israel by Hamas militants. Led b...

March 5, 2024 8:45 AM

Gaza Conflict: Only two-state solution between both sides will deliver enduring peace, says India

India is committed to support a two-state solution where the Palestinian people are able to live freely in an independent country, with due regard to the security needs of Israel, India's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Ruchira Kamboj ...

March 1, 2024 9:50 PM

New Zealand supports India’s position on Public Stock Holding at WTO conference

At the ongoing 13th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization , New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay, who also serves as the Vice Chair of the conference, voiced support for India's stance on public stockholding. Speaking from the c...

March 1, 2024 7:28 PM

Inauguration of BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi

The unveiling of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi marks a momentous occasion for the Middle East, as it becomes the region's first traditional stone temple. Opening its doors to the public on M...

March 1, 2024 8:22 AM

WTO Conference extended to reach agreement on key issues

The World Trade Organization's 13th Ministerial Conference at Abu Dhabi has been extended until Friday, March 1st, to allow for further discussions and potential agreements on major topics. This decision follows consultations between the Director-Gen...

February 29, 2024 9:30 AM

India blocks China-led investment deal at World Trade Organisation

India, along with South Africa, successfully blocked a key proposal led by China at the World Trade Organisation on the third day of the conference. The proposal, known as the Investment Facilitation Development Agreement (IFD), is unlikely to be inc...

February 29, 2024 9:32 AM

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urges trust and implementation in WTO decisions

India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal underscored the urgent need for rebuilding trust within the World Trade Organization and ensuring the effective implementation of its decisions at the 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi. The minister also...

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