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Army deployed in Pakistan’s capital amid protests by Imran Khan’s party
Islamabad: Pakistan Army troops were on Saturday deployed here to ensure security as jailed former premier Imran Khan’s party moved forward with plans for a protest. Mobilised under Article 245 of the…
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US prez Biden seemingly opposes Israel attacking Iran’s oil facilities
Washington: In what seemed to be an expression of opposition to Israel conducting strikes on Iran’s oil production facilities, US President Joe Biden has told reporters that he wouldn’t do so if…
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India assures continued support for Sri Lanka’s rebuilding of economy
Colombo: India on Friday assured continued support to Sri Lanka’s economic rebuilding and, in turn, got word from Colombo that its territory will not be allowed to be used in a manner…
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Missile attacks a defensive reaction: Hyderabad Iranian consulate
Hyderabad: Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel is a righteous act of “self-defence against the aggressive actions of the Zionist regime”, said the consulate general of Iran in Hyderabad. In a press…
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US, India hold 6th ministerial-level Commercial Dialogue, sign MoU on critical minerals
Washington: Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and US Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo held the 6th Commercial Dialogue here on Thursday during which they reviewed the progress made in semiconductors supply…
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India, US ink pact on critical minerals: Piyush Goyal
Washington: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has announced that India and the US have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on critical minerals that will pave the way for…
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Prohibitory orders imposed in Gwalior ahead of India-Bangladesh T20 match on Sunday
Gwalior: Days before a T20I cricket match between India and Bangladesh in Gwalior, the district magistrate has clamped prohibitory orders, banning protests and circulation of inflammatory material, especially on social media, to…
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Nepal floods and landslides death toll climbs to 236
Kathmandu: The death toll from recent landslides and floods reached 236 on Thursday evening, as the Nepali authorities were struggling to repair highways damaged in the disasters. At least 19 people remained…
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Trudeau extends greetings on occasion of Navratri
Ottawa: Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended greetings to Hindu Canadians on the first day of Navratri on Thursday. “Tonight, Hindu communities in Canada and around the world will celebrate the beginning…
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28 healthcare workers killed in Lebanon in 24 hours: WHO
Geneva: The World Health Organization (WHO) has said that 28 healthcare workers have been killed in 24 hours in Lebanon amid escalating hostilities. “Many health workers are not reporting to duty as…
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North Korea to use all offensive forces including nuclear if attacked: Kim Jong Un
Seoul: North Korea’s top leader Kim Jong Un has said that the country would use all offensive forces, including nuclear weapons, if enemies attempt to use armed forces encroaching upon its sovereignty,…
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MEA rejects US report on worsening religious freedom in India
The ministry of external affairs (MEA) has rubbished an annual report by the United States federal government commission that sheds light on the alleged worsening of religious freedom in India. The MEA…
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Ban tobacco sales to prevent lung cancer death in 12L youths: Lancet
New Delhi: Banning the purchase of cigarettes and other tobacco products for youth can significantly prevent 12 lakh lung cancer deaths in the young population, according to a study, published in The…
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Women’s T20 WC: ICC launches AI tool to shield players from ‘toxic content’
Sharjah: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced a social media moderation tool at the Women’s T20 World Cup to “protect the cricket community from toxic content” and create a safer and…
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Singapore HC hands 1 yr jail sentence to Indian origin minister Iswaran
Singapore: Singapore’s Indian origin former transport minister S Iswaran was handed a one-year jail sentence on Thursday after he pleaded guilty to five charges relating to corruption and blocking of justice in…
