World
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Nijjar’s killing: Canada PM Trudeau reiterates allegations of India’s role
Ottawa: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has reiterated his allegation that India violated the Vienna Convention after over 40 Canadian diplomats moved out amidst a diplomatic row between the two countries. Responding…
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India votes against Israeli settlements in Palestine at the UN
At the United Nations resolution on November 9, India voted against the forced Israeli settlements in “Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and in the occupied Syrian Golan”. Seven countries, including the…
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130 factories shut in Bangladesh amid labour protest for higher wages
Dhaka: A total of 130 readymade garment factories on outskirts of Bangladesh capital Dhaka have suspended operations for an indefinite period due to ongoing worker protests for higher wages. Mohammad Sarwar Alam,…
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Cocoa market turmoil: Prices surge to highest since 1978
New York: Cocoa prices topped $4,000 per tonne in New York on Friday, the highest since 1978, as the outlook of poor crop harvests across West Africa has been a bullish factor…
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British couple in Egypt died after room fumigated for bedbugs
Cairo: A devastating incident unfolded during a vacation for a British couple, John and Susan Cooper, who tragically lost their lives due to carbon monoxide poisoning at a hotel in Hurghada, Egypt,…
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Taliban criticises Pak’s decision to deport Afghan immigrants from country
Kabul: Afghanistan’s Taliban-appointed deputy of the Ministry of Refugees and Repatriation (MoRR) Mohammad Arsala Kharoti, has called Pakistan’s decision to deport Afghan immigrants from the country “rushed”, TOLO News reported. TOLO News…
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Sri Lanka Cricket demands Prez’s ‘assurance’ before urging ICC to lift ban
Colombo: The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has demanded President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s assurance to ensure that there would not be any political interference in the country’s cricket-related matters. SLC, the sport’s governing body…
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England thrash Pakistan by 93 runs to end campaign on a high
Kolkata: England crushed Pakistan by 93 runs to end an otherwise forgettable campaign in the World Cup on a winning note here on Saturday. England scored a competitive 337 for nine in…
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American TikToker Megan Rice converts to Islam
American activist and TikToker Megan Rice converted to Islam after she was inspired by the resilience of people in Gaza who are facing genocide and started reading the Quran. In a live…
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NEOM announces opening of first international office in London
Saudi Arabia firm NEOM announced the opening of its first international office in London, United Kingdom (UK), which will serve as a base for the company’s business across Europe. The office is…
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Pakistan: Yet another senior leader from Imran Khan’s party resigns
Islamabad: Jailed former prime minister Imran Khan’s party suffered yet another blow on Saturday as its former secretary general quit from the basic membership, saying he “disagreed with the policy of confrontation” with…
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SA cricketer Keshav Maharaj to attend World Hindu Congress
New Delhi: South African cricketer Keshav Maharaj has extended his support to the three-day World Hindu Congress (WHC)-2023, which will be held in Bangkok from November 24. Delegates from more than 60 countries…
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International Space Station yet again dodges orbital debris: Report
Washington: The International Space Station (ISS) has again dodged orbital debris, and this was hours before the arrival of a cargo ship, according to a media report. Russian space agency Roscosmos said…
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Having wielded veto, China says finding unity on Gaza ‘not easy’
United Nations: Taking over the presidency of the UN Security Council for this month, China’s Permanent Representative Zhang Jun presented its members with an ancient toy from his country as a symbol…
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Canada: Sikh man, son shot dead in gang violence in Edmonton
Ottawa: An Indian-origin Sikh man, described as a “higher-level figure” in the organised crime scene in Canada, and his 11-year-old son were shot and killed in what police have called a “sick…
