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November 22, 2024 5:11 AM

Israeli strikes kill scores in Gaza with many trapped beneath the rubble

The Israeli military bombed at least five crowded homes in northern Gaza early on Thursday with many casualties buried beneath the rubble, Palestinian health officials said, as troops deepened an incursion along the territory's northern edge. Rescue...

November 19, 2024 9:22 PM

Bangladesh: HC orders to form committee to review power deals with Adani Group

In Bangladesh, the High Court has ordered the authorities concerned to form a high-powered committee to review all the power contracts signed by the Awami League government with India's Adani Group and submit a report within two months. The HC passe...

November 19, 2024 11:47 AM

Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year

Ukraine marked 1,000 days on Tuesday since Russia's full-scale invasion, with weary troops battling on numerous fronts, Kyiv besieged by frequent drone and missile strikes, and officials preparing for Donald Trump to reclaim the White House in Januar...

November 18, 2024 10:47 PM

US hits Israeli settler group with sanctions over West Bank violence

The United States imposed sanctions on Monday on an Israeli settler group it accused of helping perpetrate violence in the occupied West Bank, which has seen a rise in settler attacks on Palestinians. The Amana settler group "a key part of the Israe...

November 18, 2024 6:33 PM

Dubai hosts third Global Freight Summit, Drawing over 5,000 industry leaders

The Global Freight Summit 2024 commenced in Dubai on November 18, marking its third edition since its inception in 2022. The three-day event, hosted by DP World, has attracted more than 5,000 industry leaders from 155 countries, representing diverse ...

November 18, 2024 8:45 AM

Israeli strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah media head, Hezbollah confirms his death

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah confirmed its media relations chief Mohammad Afif was killed by an Israeli strike on a building in central Beirut on Sunday. Israel has rarely hit senior Hezbollah personnel who do not have clear military roles, and it...

November 17, 2024 11:01 AM

Two flash bombs fired into garden of Netanyahu’s home in north Israel

Two flash bombs were fired towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home in the northern Israeli town of Caesarea on Saturday and fell into the garden, police said. Neither Netanyahu nor his family were present and there was no damage rep...

November 15, 2024 9:57 AM

EAM Jaishankar meets UAE counterpart, discuss “opportunities for advancing wide-ranging cooperation”

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with his UAE counterpart Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar shared a picture with Abdullah and outlined the meeting as a "productive day with a great meeti...

November 14, 2024 7:35 PM

EAM S. Jaishankar launches his book ‘Why Bharat Matters’ in Dubai

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar launched his book, Why Bharat Matters, at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai, UAE on Thursday . During the event, Dr. Jaishankar provided insight into the themes and key messages of his book, reflecti...

November 13, 2024 7:57 PM

Brands of India: India’s largest apparel trade show showcases over 150 brands in Dubai

The 2nd edition of Brands of India, organized by The Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI), has gathered over 150 Indian apparel brands and white-label manufacturers at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This premier trade event offers a uniq...

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