8th Korean Film Festival returns to Abu Dhabi, Dubai
The 8th Korean Film Festival, organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea to the UAE and the Korean Cultural Centre, is making a grand return to Abu Dhabi…
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy drafting ‘comprehensive plan’ to end war with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that he is drawing up a “comprehensive plan”, that will be supported by the majority of the world, to end the war with Russia, reported…
400 kg mangoes, 50 kg fish, 50 kg Rosogolla: PM Hasina sends special gift to Tripura CM
In a display of bilateral goodwill, Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has sent a gift to the Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Saha, aimed at reinforcing the enduring ties…
Art exhibition showcasing Indian, Korean culture inaugurated in Delhi
The opening ceremony for the upcoming exhibition ‘Eternal Resonance Between Indian Culture and Korean Culture’ was held in the national capital on Thursday. A total of five Indian artists and…
INS Sunayana enters Port Victoria as part of long-range deployment in Indian Ocean Region
Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sunayna entered Port Victoria, Seychelles, as part of her long-range deployment in the South Western Indian Ocean Region, the Indian Ministry of Defence informed in a…
India, Russia hold Sub-Working Group meeting to bolster defence cooperation
The third India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IRIGC) Sub-Working Group meeting was held in the national capital to further enhance defence cooperation and joint exercises between the two nations. The two-day meeting…
EU releases Euro 1.9 billion for Ukraine, days after launch of accession talks
The European Union on Thursday, disbursed Euro 1.9 billion for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. European Union President Ursula von der Leyen, said that the fund under the…
Pakistan: Omar Ayub Khan steps down as Secretary-General of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
In a major development, Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) top leader Omar Ayub Khan stepped down as the secretary-general of the party, Geo News reported. Ayub said he is stepping down from…
Israel releases photos of doctor in Islamic Jihad uniform following aid group’s denials
The Israel Defense Forces released photos of Palestinian Islamic Jihad rocket specialist Fadi al-Wadiya wearing the terror group’s uniform after Doctors Without Borders confirmed he was a staffer but denied…
Jaishankar raises concern over continued violence, instability on Myanmar border; urges early democratic transition
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Myanmar Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Than Swe and discussed India’s deep concern at the impact of continuing violence and instability in Myanmar…
“Strong determination on both sides to host Quad Summit in India”: US Deputy Secy of State Kurt Campbell
US Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell on Wednesday said that India and the US expressed a strong determination to hold the QUAD (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) Summit this year. The…
Foreign Secy Vinay Kwatra discusses global issues of mutual concern with Japanese Foreign Ministry officials
Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra held a meeting with Japanese Senior Deputy Foreign Minister Takehiro Funakoshi on Wednesday and exchanged views on bilateral relations and regional and global issues of mutual…
Sri Lanka signs USD 5.8 billion debt restructuring deal with lender nations
Sri Lanka sealed the debt restructuring deal of USD 5.8 billion with the Official Creditors Committee (OCC) on Wednesday, in a major step towards its recovery from the 2022 financial…
Kenyan President withdraws ‘controversial’ finance bill after deadly protests
Kenyan President William Ruto on Wednesday withdrew the controversial bill to raise taxes that led to massive violent protests nationwide in which 27 people died, CNN reported. Ruto’s decision not…
Third INDUS-X Summit to take place in Silicon Valley in September: Pentagon
The third INDUS-X summit will take place in Silicon Valley in September, Pentagon Press Secretary Pat Ryder said on Tuesday (local time). While addressing a press conference on Tuesday (local…
US: Judge partially lifts gag order on Trump in hush money case
A New York judge partially lifted a gag order imposed on former President Donald Trump in his hush money criminal case on Tuesday, The Hill reported. The updated terms allow…
EAM Jaishankar speaks to Panama counterpart, says will remain in close touch
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Panama Janaina Tewaney Mencomo and thanked her for consistent support in the relationship between both…
Canada: Setback for Justin Trudeau as Liberal party loses longtime stronghold in by polls
In a huge setback for Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the Liberal Party lost the by-elections in the party’s longtime stronghold, Toronto-St. Paul constituency, on Tuesday, CBC News reported. Stewart’s…
EAM Jaishankar meets 10 journalists from Eurasian nations, appreciates their interest in greater exchanges
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met journalists from 10 Eurasian countries on an immersion visit to India on Tuesday. He discussed New Delhi’s long-standing ties with the countries and the…
Israel to roll out plan to replace Hamas in northern Gaza
Jerusalem will “soon” roll out a plan to replace Hamas governance in northern Gaza, Israeli National Security Advisor Tzachi Hanegbi said on Tuesday. Speaking at Reichman University’s annual Herzliya Conference,…
Antony Blinken cautions Israel against further escalation of conflict with Lebanon
US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, during his meeting with Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant on Monday (local time), underscored the importance of avoiding further escalation of the conflict, as…
After US and EU, Canada considering imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs
Canadian Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland said that the country is considering whether to impose import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles and will seek the public’s opinion…
“US supports crimes of Kyiv regime…”: Russia slams US over ‘silence’ on Crimea attack
The Russian Ambassador to the US, Anatoly Antonov, slammed the United States over the recent missile attack in Crimea, and accused Washington of supporting the “crimes of the Kyiv regime.…
Salman Khan arrives in style to attend Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal’s wedding reception
Superstar Salman Khan graced the wedding reception of Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, who got married on Sunday.. The actor looked dapper in black suit as he posed for the…
UAE contributes USD 25 million to UN World Food Programme for Humanitarian Efforts in Sudan
The United Arab Emirates has signed an agreement with the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to provide emergency food assistance to populations affected by the crisis in Sudan and South…
