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April 26, 2024 10:34 AM

Afghanistan: Rains, floods destroy nearly 70 schools, madrassas in Uruzgan province

The aftermath of heavy rainfall and floods in Afghanistan's Uruzgan province has left nearly 70 schools and madrassas severely affected. However, the lack of sufficient funds is impeding efforts to restore these vital educational institutions. Shams...

April 25, 2024 9:14 AM

US official visits Jain Temple in California, terming ‘Indian-Americans’ backbone of strong relationship

US State Department Assistant Secretary Donald Lu on Wednesday visited Jain Temple in California and stressed that the Indian-Americans are the backbone of strong relationship between the two countries. Following his visit, community leader Ajay Bhut...

April 25, 2024 8:56 AM

Deadly floods kill 38 in Kenya, situation moving from emergency to disaster level

The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has informed that at least 38 people have been killed by floods across Kenya, noting that the flood situation is moving from emergency to disaster level. The heavy rains in the African nation has also disrupted norm...

April 24, 2024 5:24 PM

Salt Lake City poised for 2034 Olympics award

Salt Lake City is all but guaranteed to be awarded the 2034 Winter Olympics later this year and officials said its robust infrastructure and enthusiastic public support have paved the way. Utah's capital city hosted the Games back in 2002 and In...

April 24, 2024 4:09 PM

Iran, Pakistan urge U.N Security Council to take action against Israel

Iran and Pakistan called on the United Nations Security Council in a joint statement issued on Wednesday to take action against Israel, saying it had "illegally" targeted neighbouring countries and foreign diplomatic facilities. The joint statem...

April 24, 2024 4:36 PM

Retail Summit 2024: Tackling Challenges and Shaping the Future of Retail

The Retail Summit (TRS) 2024, a leading global event focused on the future of retail, is underway in Dubai with its agenda built around eight key themes. These themes aim to address critical challenges and opportunities faced by retailers worldwide. ...

April 24, 2024 9:20 AM

US warns Pakistan of ‘potential risk of sanctions’ for doing trade with Iran

The US on Tuesday (local time) warned Pakistan of "potential risk of sanctions," adding that they will continue to disrupt and take actions against proliferation networks considering business deals with Iran. Emphasising the US imposing sanctions on...

April 24, 2024 8:41 AM

US Senate set to approve aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other allies

Days after the US House of Representatives approved a USD 95.3 billion foreign-aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and other American allies, the Senate is set to pass the multi-billion dollar national security package, and has cleared a procedural hurd...

April 23, 2024 10:43 PM

US remains top choice for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad: SGMI report

By: Aditya Ahuja Amidst growing concerns about affordability, safety, and quality of education, the United States maintains its status as the preferred destination for a large majority of Indian students aspiring to pursue higher education abroad,...

April 23, 2024 3:38 PM

China’s foreign ministry rejects German espionage as ‘hype’

China’s foreign ministry on Monday (April 23) called for Germany to stop its 'Cold War' mentality after reports that Germany arrested a EU parliamentary staffer on espionage for China charges. "The intention of this kind of hype is very obviou...

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