US: Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago
The first night of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) has begun in Chicago. US President Joe Biden, First Lady Jill Biden and former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are…
Antony Blinken says Israel accepted bridging proposal for Gaza ceasefire talks, urges Hamas to do same
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Monday that Israel has accepted a proposal to bridge gaps in ceasefire negotiations and urged Hamas to accept it ahead of further…
JK Rowling reminisces about the moment Harry Potter became a global sensation
Celebrated author JK Rowling has shared her recollections of the moment she realised that her creation, Harry Potter, had evolved into a global phenomenon. In a recent interview reported by…
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel to push for hostage deal
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Tel Aviv on Sunday to push for a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, The Times of Israel reported. It is Blinken’s…
Israel: One person killed in explosion in Tel Aviv, police investigation underway
Israeli police are investigating an explosion that killed one person in Tel Aviv on Sunday evening, CNN reported. Another person was injured after being hit in the lower body by…
“It was a feeling of validation, of being recognized…”: Manasi Parekh on winning National Film Award for Best Actress
Actor Manasi Parekh, who won the National Film Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Monghi in the film ‘Kutch Express’, said she felt a sense of validation, and…
China’s extreme restrictions on freedom of movement affecting ethnic Tibetans
China’s extreme restrictions on freedom of movement are disproportionately affecting ethnic Tibetans. Obstacles including troop deployments, checkpoints, roadblocks, required bureaucratic approvals and passport restrictions impede freedom of movement both within…
EAM Jaishankar meets his Kuwaiti counterpart, discusses ties between both nations
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar on Sunday met his Kuwaiti counterpart Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya and discussed several issues like partnership covering political, trade, investment, health, education, people-to-people and connectivity. The two…
Jaishankar interacts with Indian community in Kuwait, commends their contribution to bilateral ties
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar interacted with the Indian community in Kuwait and representatives of various professional and community associations. Jaishankar commended their achievements and contributions to relations between India…
US: India Day Parade held in New York, showcases carnival float featuring Ram Mandir
People in large numbers participated in the India Day Parade held in New York, US. A carnival float featuring Ram Mandir was also part of the parade. Patriotic songs were…
UAE: Federal Tax Authority organises 40 events in six months to raise awareness about Corporate Tax compliance
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) intensified its awareness activities and events this year, organised to highlight the importance, objectives, procedures, and requirements for complying with the Corporate Tax Law, which…
Democratic National Convention to kick off in Chicago, speakers include Biden, Obama, Bill and Hillary Clinton
The Democratic National Convention (DNC) will kick off Monday in Chicago, one month after Republicans held their convention in Milwaukee. U.S. President Joe Biden will speak on day one of…
Pakistan: PPP, Imran Khan’s party slam Punjab govt’s power subsidy plan
The Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) have criticised the Punjab government’s plan to give relief to power consumers for two months, calling it a decision taken…
Durand Cup: FC Goa miss out on knockouts berth, play out 1-1 draw against Shillong Lajong
FC Goa’s campaign in the Durand Cup 2024 came to a heartbreaking end as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Shillong Lajong FC in their final group stage…
India announces squad for Badminton Asia U15, U17 Championships in China
The Badminton Association of India (BAI) will be sending a squad of 39 players to the Badminton Asia (U-15/U-17) junior championships to be played in Chengdu, China, from August 20…
Rishabh Pant hits form in Delhi Premier League, gets felicitated for T20 WC heroics
Star India and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant hit form at the ongoing Delhi Premier League (DPL) debut, representing Purani Dilli 6 in a match against South Delhi Superstarz at the Arun…
Pakistan opts for all-out pace attack in first Test against Bangladesh
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday confirmed fielding an all-pace bowling line-up against Bangladesh in the first Test starting from August 21 onwards. The first Test of the two-match…
Shimla hosts 10th International Film Festival, featuring 105 films
The 10th Annual International Film Festival in Shimla is making waves among filmmakers and local residents. The three-day event, taking place at Gaiety Theatre, features 105 films, including documentaries, short…
China not invited to Voice of Global South Summit; leaders discuss climate change concerns, challenges of new technologies
China was not invited to the Voice of Global South Summit in which 123 countries took part with several leaders raising climate change concerns, challenges of new technologies and talking…
Mauritius Speaker calls on Vice President Dhankhar
The Speaker of the Mauritius National Assembly, Adrien Charles Duval, called on Vice President and Chairman, Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankhar at the Vice President’s Enclave on Saturday and emphasised the…
PM Modi proposes Global Development Compact at Voice of the Global South Summit; leaders talk of UN reforms, debt burden, climate change
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday proposed a comprehensive “Global Development Compact” at the Voice of Global South Summit with its foundation based on India’s development journey and experiences of…
UK: Fire erupts at Somerset House in London
A fire that erupted at London’s historic Somerset House on Saturday required 125 firefighters to contain it, CNN reported, citing the London Fire Brigade. Smoke could be seen rising over…
UAE, United States, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UN and African Union issue joint statement on Sudan
The United Arab Emirates, United States, Switzerland, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the United Nations and the African Union delegations assembled in Switzerland have issued the following joint statement…
Ishan Kishan makes memorable domestic cricket comeback with century in Buchi Babu tournament
Indian wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan made a return to domestic red-ball cricket with a bang, scoring a century against Madhya Pradesh in Jharkhand’s Buchi Babu tournament match on Friday. On day…
“I did not know what was the Olympics….”: Vinesh opens up about her life
Following the dismissal of her plea for an Olympic medal by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) and the announcement of her retirement from wrestling, former Indian wrestler Vinesh…