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Five people killed, several houses damaged in Papua New Guinea

Port Moresby [Papua New Guinea], September 12 (ANI): At least five people were killed and several households were damaged after a massive earthquake hit Papua New Guinea (PNG) early on Sunday morning, according to media reports.

2022-09-11T21:20:54.473116+00:00 IST

Australia formally announces King Charles III as head of state

Sydney [Australia], September 11 (ANI): Australia on Sunday proclaimed King Charles III as the head of state, the first new monarch in 70 years.

2022-09-11T15:08:21+00:00 IST

'India, Australia can come together play key role on Tele-Health'

New Delhi [India], September 5 (ANI): Australia's High Commissioner to India Barry O'Farrell on Monday marked his presence at the launch of a disability-inclusive virtual healthcare project "Virtu-Care" in New Delhi and spoke on how significant health has become as he stressed on the significance of the role of India and Australia on tele-health.

2022-09-05T17:40:23.374473+00:00 IST

Top Aus diplomat to visit Africa to campaign against China mining

Canberra [Australia], September 1 (ANI): A top Australian diplomat is all set to fly to Ghana, West Africa to campaign against a Chinese state-linked mine company which is accused of digging under an Australian mine to steal a huge amount of gold.

2022-09-01T18:25:51.590667+00:00 IST

Indian warship INS Satpura arrives in Fiji

Suva [Fiji], September 1 (ANI): In the first-ever visit by any Indian warship in four years, INS Satpura arrived in Suva, Fiji in the South Pacific Ocean as part of its operational deployment in the Pacific region.

2022-09-01T17:31:45.124971+00:00 IST

Indian Coast Guard rescues 16 missing merchant mariners

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 27 (ANI): In a swift rescue operation, the Indian Coast Guard successfully coordinated the rescue of 16 personnel including three missing Indian nationals in foreign waters of Malaysia on August 26.

2022-08-27T03:40:56.512668+00:00 IST

Islands near Australia could be sold to China

Beijing [China], August 26 (ANI): While Australia said that the country's taxpayers were not in any position to buy the Conflict Islands, an atoll in Papua New Guinea, Islands' current owner, retired entrepreneur Ian Gowrie-Smith while being "baffled" by Canberra's lack of interest noted that it is talking to Chinese buyers.

2022-08-26T17:22:24.923450+00:00 IST

Jaishankar conveys PM Modi's greetings to Brazil Prez Bolsonaro

Brasilia [Brazil], August 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro and conveyed warm greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. He also congratulated Bolsonaro on 200 years of Brazil's independence.

2022-08-24T15:25:20.712997+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi in Brasilia

Brasilia [Brazil], August 24 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at City Park in Brasilia on Wednesday and said that the power of his timeless message continues to inspire and empower millions around the globe.

2022-08-24T14:47:22.564784+00:00 IST

Dharmendra Pradhan takes part in 'Dialogue with Group of Eight'

Melbourne [Australia], August 24 (ANI): Union Education Minister who is on a four day visit to Australia participated in 'Dialogue with Group of Eight' which is a research collaboration between India and Australia at University House in Melbourne today.

2022-08-24T01:35:31.336226+00:00 IST

Nigerian President hails India-Nigeria long-standing friendship

Abuja [Nigeria], August 23 (ANI): Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the relationship with India is a long-standing friendship both politically and economically and it will continue to grow stronger.

2022-08-23T15:37:31.609106+00:00 IST

India, Australia to deepen bilateral relations in education

Sydney [Australia], August 22 (ANI): India and Australia on Monday reiterated the value of education and innovation in the growth, development and prosperity of both countries and agreed to further deepen long-standing bilateral relations in education, skilling and research.

2022-08-22T06:43:05.281932+00:00 IST

Pradhan receives welcome from Indian diaspora in Sydney

Sydney [Australia], August 21 (ANI): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, who is on a four-day visit to Australia, on Sunday received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora in Sydney, Australia.

2022-08-21T16:40:46.664836+00:00 IST

India, Australia conclude maritime exercise near Perth

Perth [Australia], August 20 (ANI): The Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) between the navies of India and Australia concluded on Saturday.

2022-08-20T06:07:05.502541+00:00 IST

India donates 15000 bicycles to Madagascar on its 76th I-Day

Antananarivo [Madagascar], August 15 (ANI): India donated 15,000 bicycles to Madagascar on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its Independence on Monday.

2022-08-15T12:38:06.616988+00:00 IST

Australian PM Albanese lauds India's achievements on its Independence Day

Canberra [Australia], August 15 (ANI): Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday (local time) wished India on its 75th Independence Day and lauded its achievements.

2022-08-15T05:55:41.891550+00:00 IST

INS Satpura to conduct 75-lap "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Run"

San Diego [US], August 14 (ANI): Dedicated to 75 stalwarts of India's Freedom Struggle as a remembrance of their sacrifices for the nation, Indian Naval Ship (INS) Satpura will conduct a 75-lap "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Run" at San Diego US Navy Base on August 15.

2022-08-14T07:27:35.525052+00:00 IST

Gunman arrested after shots fired inside Canberra Airport

Canberra [Australia], August 14 (ANI): Shortly after gunshots were fired in the main terminal building at Canberra Airport on Sunday afternoon (local time), a man was arrested by the Australian Capital Territory (ATC) Policing.

2022-08-14T05:57:34.488677+00:00 IST

UK Prime Minister bid: Race against time for Sunak as Truss ahead

London [UK], August 12 (ANI): Amid the race for the Conservative party leadership, British Prime Minister hopeful Rishi Sunak has vowed to support the most vulnerable people of the UK amid the rising energy crisis in the country.

2022-08-12T12:59:49.929120+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy urges world to react on Russian-controlled nuclear plant

Kyiv [Ukraine], August 12 (ANI): Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the international community to force the Russian army to leave the occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant after multiple strikes hit the compound.

2022-08-11T23:11:12.758327+00:00 IST

India, Kiribati discuss longstanding ties

New Delhi [India], August 10 (ANI): Minister of State for External Affairs and Education Rajkumar Ranjan recently met with visiting Minister for Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives Booti Nauan of Kiribati as the leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.

2022-08-10T15:20:11.452171+00:00 IST