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Violence flares in region disputed by Sudan, South Sudan

Armed youth from rival factions of the Dinka ethnic group have been battling over the location of an administrative boundary in the oil-rich region, claimed by both countries, according to media reports.

2024-01-30T04:31:15.947545+00:00 IST

India sends USD 1million relief assistance to Papua New Guinea 

The relief consignment worth USD 1 million was airlifted to the capital of West New Britain, Kimbe, from the Papua New Guinea capital, Port Moresby, for distribution within the West New Britain province.

2024-01-29T08:59:04.359980+00:00 IST

As war presses on, Israeli evacuees in no hurry to return

While some of the 217,000 Israelis evacuated from 105 communities in the north and south of Israel since Oct. 7, 2023 have started returning to their homes, most still live in temporary accommodations largely subsidized by the state.

2024-01-28T17:48:36.689112+00:00 IST

Long march caravans start reaching Gilgit

The agitation against the provincial government's plan to raise wheat prices in Gilgit-Baltistan has been intensifying on a daily basis, according to vernacular media, Daily K2.

2024-01-28T13:37:39.506269+00:00 IST

‘Stop killing us!’: Thousands march to protest against femicide

The crowd in Nairobi was hostile to attempts by the parliamentary representative for women, Esther Passaris, to address them. Accusing Passaris of remaining silent during the latest wave of killings, protesters shouted her down with chants of "Where were you?" and "Go home!"

2024-01-28T04:12:37.383223+00:00 IST

Canada NSA Thomas calls India-Canada changing relationship an "ev

Canada National Security Advisor Jody Thomas on Saturday emphasised that India is cooperating in the investigation of the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, and called the changing relationship an "evolution", as reported by Canada-based CTV News reported.

2024-01-27T07:59:21.265241+00:00 IST

Panama's FM extends wishes in Hindi on India's 75th Republic Day

The India embassy in Panama, on Saturday extended its gratitude to the Foreign affairs minister of Panama, Janaina Tewaney as she wished Republic Day in Hindi while celebrating as they celebrated the 75th Republic Day of India.

2024-01-27T06:15:32.466808+00:00 IST

“Australia and India have never been closer”: PM Albanese

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese extended his greetings on the occasion of 75th Republic Day and said that both countries have an opportunity to celebrate the depth of their friendship on their 'shared' national days.

2024-01-26T04:53:17.509734+00:00 IST

Canada looking to examine alleged election meddling by India

Canada's federal commission of inquiry into foreign interference is looking to examine alleged meddling by India in the country's last two general elections, Canada-based CTV News reported.

2024-01-25T01:08:22.854015+00:00 IST

More than 70 die in artisanal gold mine collapse in Mali

More than 70 people have died in southwest Mali after an artisanal gold mine collapsed last week, officials said, Al Jazeera reported.

2024-01-25T00:40:11.444950+00:00 IST

Fatalities reported as plane crashes in Canada's Northwest Territ

An unspecified number of people died after a plane crashed in Canada's Northwest Territories near the town of Fort Smith while it was headed to a diamond mine, CNN reported, citing officials.

2024-01-24T09:14:44.241627+00:00 IST

"India is betting on Africa's rise": Jaishankar

Lauding it's upward trajectory in terms of aspirations, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized that India is placing its bets on Africa's growth due to the abundant opportunities presented by its demography and resources.

2024-01-23T16:24:31.941656+00:00 IST

New Zealand trade minister congratulates Indian diaspora on Pran

Trade Minister of New Zealand Todd McClay expressed heartfelt congratulations to the Indian diaspora in New Zealand and diaspora across the world on the Pran Pratishtha of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.

2024-01-23T03:42:47.938224+00:00 IST

India-Nigeria bond underpinned by administrations that...': EAM

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar chaired the sixth India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) with his counterpart Yusuf Tuggar on Monday (local time) and discussed new opportunities of cooperation in various sectors.

2024-01-22T23:19:26.338143+00:00 IST

'India betting on amazing transformation in Africa next decade'

Exuding confidence in the growth potential of Africa, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for further deepening of the India-Nigeria partnership and promotion of business opportunities between the two nations.

2024-01-22T22:24:08.341447+00:00 IST

Jaishankar pitches Global South as dynamic movement

Jaishankar commenced by highlighting India's "proud" G20 presidency, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the initiative for the African Union's historic permanent membership. Nigeria's active participation in both the G20 and the Voice of the Global South Summit underscored the collaborative approach in shaping the global conversation.

2024-01-22T18:04:46.042874+00:00 IST

Canadian government announces two-year cap on student visas

For 2024, the federal government aims to approve 3,60,000 undergraduate study permits, reducing the number by 35 per cent from 2023.

2024-01-22T17:35:30.270345+00:00 IST

"Globalisation has been weaponised...": EAM S Jaishankar

While acknowledging the positive outcomes of globalization, he highlighted its negative side, emphasizing the concentration of economic power in a few regions, upon which much of the world depends.

2024-01-22T15:39:19.721521+00:00 IST

Muraleedharan delivers India statement at third South Summit

India, at the Third South Summit in Kampala, Uganda, underscored the pivotal role of the Global South as the world's "future growth engine," and emphasised the need for South-South Cooperation to address contemporary challenges and achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

2024-01-22T13:18:53.304530+00:00 IST

Uganda: Muraleedharan watches Pran Pratishtha ceremony virtually

"Historic. Joined thousands of Indian community members in Uganda to witness the #PranPratishthaRamMandir at Shree Sanatan Dharma Mandal," the MoS wrote on 'X'.

2024-01-22T08:45:59.378236+00:00 IST

MoS Muraleedharan meets Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe

Minister of State (MoS) for External Affairs V Muraleedharan on Monday met Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Kampala, Uganda, on the sidelines of the Third South Summit.

2024-01-22T06:53:20.281247+00:00 IST