Middle East

Netanyahu welcomes UNSC endorsement of Trump’s Gaza plan

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed the UN Security Council's endorsement of President Donald Trump's 20-Point Plan on Gaza, describing the development as a significant step toward regional stability and cooperation.

2025-11-18T09:45:31.153825+00:00 IST

Israeli Fintech expands into South Korea

Israeli fintech TipRanks has signed a strategic partnership with KB Securities, South Korea's largest financial institution, aiming to provide domestic investors with global investment insights.

2025-11-18T09:11:19.344941+00:00 IST

Israel to host largest-ever Indian business delegation

Israeli Economy and Industry Minister Nir Barkat will host his Indian counterpart, Piyush Goyal, as part of a major business visit this Thursday.

2025-11-18T09:02:50.416483+00:00 IST

Scientific study unlocks potential for new anti-ageing therapies

The human body has a remarkable ability to protect itself from age-related decline -- repairing damage, supporting heart and brain health, and fending off common diseases -- through systems that keep its internal chemistry in balance. Now, Israeli and American scientists have shed light on how one of these systems works, offering clues for extending healthy, active years later in life.

2025-11-18T08:52:25.842357+00:00 IST

Russia showcases Su-57E, new defence tech at Dubai Air Show

Russia showcased the Su-57 fighter, Ka-52 helicopter, and several defence systems at the Dubai Air Show 2025, where HAL Tejas, Surya Kiran, Boeing 777X and UAE's Fursaan Al Emarat also performed. Rosoboronexport displayed 850 products, including new missiles, UAVs and air defence systems.

2025-11-18T07:34:41.352037+00:00 IST

Consul General meets lone survivor of Madinah bus accident

The group was travelling from Makkah to Madinah when their bus collided with an oil tanker nearly 25 km before Medina, causing an explosion that engulfed the vehicle within minutes.

2025-11-18T04:30:47.026336+00:00 IST

“Interest was tremendous”: IAF expects strong response

Vice Chief of Air Staff (VCAS) Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari on Monday said the Indian Air Force (IAF) expects strong interest from foreign buyers in the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas at the Dubai Air Show 2025.

2025-11-17T14:56:26.323555+00:00 IST

Indian pavilion at Dubai Air Show demonstrates PM resolve for sel

Union Minister of State (MoS) for Defence Sanjay Seth on Saturday inaugurated the India Pavilion at the Dubai Air Show 2025.

2025-11-17T14:46:20.945796+00:00 IST

MoS Sanjay Seth inaugurates India Pavilion at Dubai Air Show 2025

Minister of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth inaugurated the India Pavilion at the Dubai Air Show 2025 in the United Arab Emirates on Monday.

2025-11-17T11:48:26.577219+00:00 IST

UAE submits bid for Category B membership in International Mariti

The move reaffirms the UAE's firm commitment to supporting the global maritime navigation system, enhancing the safety and security of seas, and actively participating in shaping international policies governing the maritime transport industry.

2025-11-17T09:37:45.839980+00:00 IST

'Dubai Ambulance' joins International Hospital Federation members

Dubai Corporation Ambulance Services has become the first ambulance service worldwide to join the International Hospital Federation (IHF), marking a significant global milestone for the emirate.

2025-11-17T09:12:27.800188+00:00 IST

Global team prints certified oil, gas parts remotely in Israel

Israeli company Assembrix and its US, Dutch, and Norwegian partners have completed a global series of secure remote 3D printing operations for the oil and gas sector, the firms announced this week.

2025-11-17T08:57:15.043834+00:00 IST

"Whitewash": Israeli opposition slams government plan for October

"The government is doing everything it can to escape the truth and evade responsibility," opposition leader Yair Lapid said Sunday. "There is a broad public consensus on a state commission of inquiry. This is what the country needs, this is what the public demands, and this is what will happen." Lapid added that the government's "refusal to investigate its failures endangers national security, constitutes an insult, and is an evasion of responsibility toward the soldiers and families who have sacrificed so much since October 7."

2025-11-17T08:53:01.128090+00:00 IST

Security forces evacuating people from ‘Tzur Misgavi’ in Gush Etz

Hundreds of Israeli Border Police and Civil Administration forces are currently working to evacuate the settlement point or "outpost" on Givat Tzur Misgavi, which is located north of the town of Metzad in eastern Gush Etzion, and is inhabited by 25 families and a number of boys and girls.

2025-11-17T08:43:38.064327+00:00 IST

India sets up 24x7 helpline following tragic Umrah bus accident

The Consulate General of India in Jeddah has set up a 24x7 control room following a tragic bus accident late last night involving Umrah pilgrims near Madinah, Saudi Arabia

2025-11-17T07:22:59.142120+00:00 IST

EAM expresses shock over Saudi Arabia bus accident

In a post on X, he said the Indian Embassy in Riyadh and the Consulate in Jeddah were extending "fullest support" to all affected families.

2025-11-17T05:32:28.612304+00:00 IST

Striking international presence on opening day of Abu Dhabi World

Sunday's competitions were dedicated to athletes aged 10 to 17 across the grey, yellow, orange and green belt divisions. Participants delivered high-level technical displays, reflecting the advanced preparation of the academies and clubs taking part.

2025-11-17T01:09:17.431870+00:00 IST

UN says Israel shot at its peacekeepers in Lebanon

Israeli forces on Sunday (local time) "fired on UNIFIL peacekeepers from a Merkava tank from near a position Israel has established in Lebanese territory", the peacekeepers said in a statement, adding heavy-machinegun rounds hit about 5 metres (5.5 yards) from their personnel.

2025-11-17T00:23:11.734378+00:00 IST

Mohammed bin Rashid calls Dubai Airshow a vision for the future

Dubai opened its largest-ever Airshow, showcasing aviation, space and defence innovation. Sheikh Mohammed said it has become a leading platform for global companies to unveil new technologies. The event features over 1,500 exhibitors, 148,000 visitors and delegations from 115 countries, running until November 21.

2025-11-16T17:53:41.717375+00:00 IST

Israel tests Banking System with nationwide cybersecurity drill

Israel's Banking Supervision Department conducted a nationwide cyber exercise on Thursday, testing the country's financial system against major cyberattacks. All supervised banking entities participated, alongside the National Cyber Directorate and the Center for Financial Continuity at the Ministry of Finance.

2025-11-16T17:38:20.126816+00:00 IST

India to showcase defence prowess at Dubai Air Show 2025

A bilateral meeting between MoS Sanjay Seth and his UAE counterpart is planned on the sidelines of the Air Show. He will also chair an industry round table with around 50 companies from India, the UAE, Australia, the USA, Brazil, the UK, and Italy to enhance cooperation in defence technology and manufacturing in India.

2025-11-16T17:36:27.630672+00:00 IST