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Hyd advocate’s plea prompts MEA action for Indian sailors in Gulf
Hyderabad: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has begun implementing directions issued by the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) in connection with Indian seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf, following a petition…
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India supports two-state solution for Palestine: PM Modi
Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, July 7, reaffirmed India’s support for a two-state solution to the Palestine issue, saying dialogue and diplomacy are essential to resolving conflicts in an increasingly…
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Two explosions heard near hotel hosting Macron in Damascus
Damascus: Two explosions were heard in the Syrian capital on Tuesday, July 7, near the hotel hosting French President Emmanuel Macron, prompting heightened security in the area while the French leader was…
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Make a deal or we’ll finish the job: Trump warns Iran
US President Donald Trump on Monday, July 6, warned Iran that Washington would either secure a deal with Tehran or “finish the job”, renewing his threat of military action while insisting he…
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Qatar opens first smart mosque powered by solar energy
Doha: Qatar has inaugurated its first smart mosque powered by solar energy, introducing advanced technologies to improve energy efficiency, conserve water and support the country’s sustainability goals. The Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf)…
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Day 4: Khamenei funeral concludes in Qom after massive turnout
The fourth day of funeral ceremonies for Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, concluded on Tuesday, July 7, in the holy city of Qom, where thousands of mourners gathered to pay…
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Fire on Qatari tanker after strike off Oman near Hormuz
Muscat: A fully loaded Qatari tanker caught fire after being struck by an unidentified projectile off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday morning, July 7, according to…
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Iran slams Indian media over claim 3,000 graves prepared
Tehran: The Iranian Embassy in India has criticised sections of the Indian media over reports claiming that 3,000 graves had been prepared for the funeral ceremonies of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah…
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Frail woman, 99-year-old cleric among Khamenei mourners
Tehran: A frail elderly woman from Shiraz and a 99-year-old senior cleric were among the mourners who drew widespread attention during the funeral procession of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Seyyed Ali Khamenei,…
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Saudi low-cost carrier flyadeal begins Hyderabad-Riyadh flights
Hyderabad: Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier flyadeal has launched daily direct flights between Hyderabad and Riyadh, marking its entry into the Indian market and expanding air links between India and Saudi Arabia. The…
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Netanyahu cites India to counter Vance’s ‘US-only ally’ claim
Tel Aviv: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has identified India as one of Israel’s key international supporters, dismissing US Vice President JD Vance’s suggestion that Washington is the country’s only powerful ally.…
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Day 3: Khamenei funeral procession concludes in Tehran
Tehran: The third day of funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei concluded in Tehran on Monday, July 6, after a 10-kilometre procession through the capital that drew…
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Online booking begins for Indian passport, visa services in UAE
Abu Dhabi: The Embassy of India in the UAE has launched an online appointment portal for passport, visa and attestation services, allowing applicants to book appointments before visiting the Embassy in Abu…
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Maher Younis, among longest-serving Palestinian prisoners, dies at 68
Former Palestinian prisoner Maher Abdul Latif Younis, one of the longest-serving Palestinians held in Israeli prisons, died early on Sunday, July 5, at the age of 68, nearly three and a half…
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Indian homemaker wins Rs 65 cr in Big Ticket Abu Dhabi draw
A 42-year-old Indian homemaker has won Dirham 25 million (around Rs 65 crore) in the latest Big Ticket live draw in Abu Dhabi, turning a long-held dream into reality. Kanika Arora, originally…
