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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…
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Religious freedom: US report calls for India to be in ‘Country of Particular Concern’ list
Washington: A US federal government commission has flagged the alleged worsening of religious freedom in India and called for it to be designated as a “Country of Particular Concern”. Authored by senior…
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Lebanon conflict: UN chief commends peacekeeping troops
United Nations: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed “deep appreciation” for India and other countries contributing troops to the peacekeeping operation in Lebanon where they face dangers from a growing conflict between…
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US opposes Israel’s plan to strike Iran’s nuclear sites
President Joe Biden has made it clear that the US does not support Israel launching a strike on Iran’s nuclear program. According to media reports, Biden gave a straightforward “no” to the…
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The nations supporting Iran, Israel in the ongoing war
With regional tension escalating into a war-like standoff between Iran and Israel, here’s a look at the nations that support the warring nations. While Israel’s traditional ally United States of America said…
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US, European presence root cause of problems in West Asia: Ali Khamenei
Tehran: Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Wednesday, October 2 that the root cause of problems in West Asia is the presence of the United States and certain European countries in…
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Iran establishes deterrence to counter Israeli attack on nuclear facilities
Tehran: Iran’s atomic chief said on Wednesday, October 2 that his country’s armed forces have established necessary deterrence after Israel threatened to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. President of the atomic energy organisation…
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Israel bans entry of UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres
In a major development, Israel, on Wednesday, October 2, banned the entry of the United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres. Israel’s foreign minister Israel Katz announced the decision stating the United Nations failed…
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Major airlines in Middle East take a hit as Iran-Israel tension rise
Airlines in the Middle East are facing disruptions owing to the escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. Many have suspended their flights to Iran, Iraq Jordan and Beirut after Iran launched missile…
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Iran came closer to nukes because of Trump says Walz
Washington: Praising the steady leadership and calmness of Vice President Kamala Harris, her running mate Governor Tim Walz has slammed the policies of the Republican presidential candidate claiming that Iran went closer…
