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Canada to impose 100 pc tariff on Chinese-made EVs: Trudeau

Trudeau stated that the decision was taken to spur electric vehicle manufacturing in Canada.

2024-08-26T14:03:00.079439+00:00 IST

M. Suresh takes over as Chairman (Additional Charge), AAI

M. Suresh has been entrusted with the additional charge of Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) with effect from August 20, 2024

2024-08-23T11:15:25.927159+00:00 IST

Internet slowdown in Pakistan raises concerns of suppression

A report by The New York Times has highlighted the challenges faced by people in Pakistan due to a significant internet slowdown, which digital researchers and analysts suggest is an attempt by the government to stifle dissent.

2024-08-22T10:55:06.750293+00:00 IST

Australian Defence Force Academy bans Chinese academic visits

Amid growing military tensions with Beijing, the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Canberra, a key academic partner for the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA), has moved to restrict research collaborations with China, including ending visits from Chinese academics to its Canberra campus.

2024-08-21T10:59:25.821557+00:00 IST

Hamad Azhar resigns as Tehreek-e-Insaf's Punjab President

Hamad Azhar, the President of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf, Punjab chapter, and a former member of the National Assembly announced his resignation on Thursday, ARY News reported.

2024-08-15T20:37:33.774927+00:00 IST

UAE leaders condole with King of Jordan over passing of former PM

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, dispatched similar cables of condolences to the Jordanian King

2024-08-14T18:07:22.693097+00:00 IST

India, Australia intensify maritime coop in Indian Ocean region

The 6th India-Australia Maritime Security Dialogue was held today in Canberra.

2024-08-13T15:26:30.073181+00:00 IST

Panjgur DC killed, 4 others injured in firing near Mastung

Panjgur Deputy Commissioner Zakir Hussain Baloch was killed and four others were injured in a firing incident on the Quetta-Karachi National Highway near Mastung on Monday, according to officials, Dawn reported.

2024-08-13T04:43:43.086774+00:00 IST

Pakistan: More monsoon rains likely from Aug 14

The weather department has forecast rain showers accompanied by storms and lightning adding that monsoon winds are expected to enter upper and middle areas of the country.

2024-08-13T03:30:14.956695+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 jolts Peru

An earthquake of magnitude 4.7 struck 63 km ESE of Andamarca, Peru on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported.

2024-08-12T21:32:50.434484+00:00 IST

Helicopter crashes into roof of Australian hotel, pilot dead

Queensland Police said that it is investigating "a fatal aviation incident in Cairns City". he resulting impact caused a fire on top of the hotel; however the building was evacuated as a precaution and there were no injuries sustained by people on the ground, police said.

2024-08-12T02:34:16.464176+00:00 IST

Rwandas's Kagane sworn in for 4th presidential term with huge win

The Chief Justice Faustin Ntezilyayo administered the oath of office to Kagame, where he pledged to "preserve peace and national sovereignty, consolidate national unity"

2024-08-11T22:35:30.830126+00:00 IST

Protests erupt in Downtown Toronto over violence against Hindus i

Thousands of Canadians staged a protest on Sunday across downtown Toronto to stand in solidarity against the violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation.

2024-08-11T09:21:37.754022+00:00 IST

“Always dreamt of going to Bollywood…”: Timor-Leste President

Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta, during his conversation with President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday, opened up about his past aspirations to work in Bollywood.

2024-08-10T14:29:44.304592+00:00 IST

“Duniya hum logon ko apnati hai…”: President Murmu in Timor-Leste

President Droupadi Murmu, during her interaction with Timor-Leste counterpart Jose Ramos-Horta, emphasised that India considers the whole world as one family and that Indians are accepted by the whole world because of their hard work and trustworthiness.

2024-08-10T13:19:51.397001+00:00 IST

Venezuela’s President Maduro bans X in country for 10 days

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro ordered a 10-day ban on the social media platform, X, on Friday, as the country deals with outrage due to the disputed elections, reported Al Jazeera.

2024-08-09T16:43:26.419803+00:00 IST

Indian expedition team climbs Mt Kilimanjaro, hoists largest flag

An expedition team from the Ministry of Defence, led by 'Divyang' Uday Kumar, made history on Thursday by hoisting the largest Indian flag atop Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa at 19,341 ft.

2024-08-08T23:52:44.602605+00:00 IST

President Murmu addresses education conference in New Zealand

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the New Zealand International Education Conference on Thursday, where India is the 'Country of Honour' this year.

2024-08-08T17:41:03.675919+00:00 IST

President Murmu receives traditional Maori ceremony at Wellington

New Zealand Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro received President Droupadi Murmu with a traditional Maori "Powhiri" ceremony.

2024-08-08T03:30:51.036686+00:00 IST

'Increasing frequency of natural disasters require that...'

Highlighting the rise in natural disasters, the UNGA President said it shows the need to urgently act on climate commitments.

2024-08-07T12:52:56.435830+00:00 IST

India, Zimbabwe discuss ways to strengthen cooperation

The two sides discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in development partnerships, trade and economic relations, digital technology, agriculture, health, defence, consular and cultural issues, among others.

2024-08-07T09:10:06.215978+00:00 IST