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China names its envoy to US Qin Gang as new foreign minister

Qin, 56, is replacing Wang Yi, who is now a Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and State Councilor, the report added. On Thursday, the Chinese ambassador had warned Washington that it could face "military conflict" with Beijing over the future status of Taiwan.

2022-12-30T16:59:03.592541+00:00 IST

Dalai Lama condoles death of PM Modi's mother

Heeraben Modi passed away today at around 3:30 am at the UN Mehta Institute of Cardiology and Research Centre in the city of Ahmedabad. She was hospitalised on Wednesday after her health deteriorated.

2022-12-30T14:21:58.626273+00:00 IST

Taliban's targeting of NGOs deplorable, say UN experts

Just four days after the Taliban banned women and girls from attending universities, on December 24, the acting Minister of Economy issued a letter barring women from working in international and national NGOs, a further violation of women's rights with the double blow of preventing the delivery of vital life-saving services and denying many women of their livelihood.

2022-12-30T14:16:01.300495+00:00 IST

We are in touch with the Uzbek authorities: WHO

Noida-based pharma Marion Biotech has come under a cloud as reports of children dying after consuming cough syrup made here came in from Uzbekistan. The matter is under investigation.

2022-12-30T13:02:16.841819+00:00 IST

Greater appetite in world for investing in India: Jaishankar

Addressing the Business Event in Cyprus, Jaishankar said the technological and infrastructure progress that India has made in the last few years, has clearly created a "greater appetite in the world for investing in India."

2022-12-30T11:30:05.633163+00:00 IST

Brazil declares three days of mourning for football legend Pele

Brazil has announced three days of mourning after the death of Pele.

2022-12-30T05:12:05.165046+00:00 IST

Jaishankar pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi in Nicosia

External Affairs Minister is in Cyprus for a three-day visit to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. He will address Cyprus's business and investment community, apart from interacting with the Indian Diaspora.

2022-12-29T18:00:24.205164+00:00 IST

PM Modi congratulates new Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu

Netanyahu, 73 was sworn in as Israel's PM hoping to deliver political stability after multiple five general elections since 2019, The Times of Israel reported.

2022-12-29T17:21:20.840428+00:00 IST

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu sworn in as prime minister

Netanyahu, 73, took the oath after Israel's parliament, or Knesset, passed a vote of confidence in his new government. Out of the 120 members, 63 voted in favour of the new government, The Times of Israel reported.

2022-12-29T16:45:34.617313+00:00 IST

Jaishankar reiterates India's principled position on Cyprus issue

The current issue between Cyprus and Turkey is an ongoing dispute between Greek Cypriots in the south and Turkish Cypriots in the north. According to a recent report by American broadcaster Voice of America (VOA), tensions between Greece and Turkey over the divided island of Cyprus appear to be escalating.

2022-12-29T15:11:06.711960+00:00 IST

"Unfortunate death of 18 children in Uzbekistan": Indian mission

"Embassy of India, Tashkent has been closely following the developments related to the unfortunate death of 18 children in Uzbekistan due to alleged contamination of the cough syrup Dok1 Max manufactured by an Indian company, Marion Biotech, NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh," the Indian mission said in a statement.

2022-12-29T14:58:35.264374+00:00 IST

Watershed moment: PM Modi as Aus-India trade deal comes in force

The new trade agreement with India will deliver new opportunities for Australian businesses, said Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as he announced his India visit next year in March.

2022-12-29T14:50:11.023777+00:00 IST

US approves USD 180 million anti-tank weapon sale to Taiwan

The State Department has made a determination to approve a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the US of Volcano anti-tank munition-laying systems and related equipment for an estimated cost of USD 180 million.

2022-12-29T12:17:12.130086+00:00 IST

MEA responds to death of 18 kids in Uzbekistan

This comes as India is in contact with the national drug regulator of Uzbekistan regarding reports of Noida-based cough syrups allegedly linked to the deaths of 18 children in Uzbekistan. The health ministry said that there have been reports from Uzbekistan concerning contaminated cough syrup Dok1 Max made by Indian company Marion Biotech, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.

2022-12-29T11:41:08.039090+00:00 IST

Pakistan army vows to 'eliminate terrorism' without distinction

The TTP and the Pakistani government announced the ceasefire in June this year. In recent weeks, Pakistan has witnessed a resurgence of militancy in northwest Pakistan.

2022-12-28T17:57:43.604148+00:00 IST

China to lift COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers

The policy changes came after an announcement by the National Health Commission late Monday that China will downgrade its COVID-19 management from Class A to Class B, starting January 8. The Chinese custom said it will not be necessary to undergo PCR testing after entering the country, however, those who arrive will be required to present the results of a PCR test 48 hours prior to their trip.

2022-12-28T16:31:40.166723+00:00 IST

'Will discuss Turkey's actions during Jaishankar's visit': Cyprus

Jaishankar is paying an official visit to the Republic of Cyprus (RoC) and Austria from December 29 to January 3. The External Affairs Minister will be in Cyprus this week to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations between India and Cyprus.

2022-12-28T13:54:40.882076+00:00 IST

Pakistan lacks infrastructure to import Russian gas: Report

Firstly, the lack of infrastructure in Pakistan to handle gas imports will prove to be an impediment. Secondly, the inadequate capacity in the existing pipeline system to transport gas from one point to another.

2022-12-28T13:45:21.412324+00:00 IST

China's DNA profiling campaign attracts global opposition

The report said that one campaign is about the mass scanning of the irises of people in the Qinghai province and the other is about mass blood sampling of Tibetan people for their DNA profiling.

2022-12-27T10:46:51.425771+00:00 IST

Australia updates travel advisory for Pakistan

After Pakistan was rocked several blasts on Sunday, Australia on Monday issued a new travel advisory for its citizens in Pakistan urging them to increase caution and limit travel within the city.

2022-12-26T17:28:19.057553+00:00 IST