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Pentagon Chief reiterates "serious consequences" for Iran

The United States Secretary of Defence, Lloyd Austin, as he spoke with Israeli Minister of Defence, Yoav Gallant, reiterated "serious consequences" for Iran if the country chooses to launch a direct military attack against Israel.

2024-10-01T05:56:53.189208+00:00 IST

World leaders back India's permanent seat at UNSC

The 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) has witnessed a surge in calls for reforming the UN Security Council, with a growing consensus among world leaders to expand its permanent membership.

2024-10-01T05:10:11.223367+00:00 IST

UN expresses concern over rise in hostilities in Lebanon

The United Nations expressed deep concern regarding the sharp escalation of hostilities along the Blue Line and on both sides in Lebanon and northern Israel, warning that these actions endanger both Lebanese and Israeli populations, as well as threatening regional security and stability.

2024-10-01T00:20:22.674388+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar meets US Commerce Secy Raimondo

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo on Monday. The meeting focused on sectors such as semiconductors, critical minerals, trusted partnerships, and supply chain resiliency.

2024-09-30T22:14:46.479442+00:00 IST

We support collective bargaining effort: Biden on Yemen strikes

US President Joe Biden addressed the recent Israeli strikes on Yemen and said that he held conversations with sides and emphasised that his administration "support the collective bargaining effort."

2024-09-30T20:58:02.028294+00:00 IST

Piyush Goyal touts PM Modi's reforms as key to India's growth

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, met with young Indian-origin CEOs and entrepreneurs in New York and highlighted the reforms initiated under PM Narendra Modi's leadership have propelled India's growth over the last decade.

2024-09-30T20:27:37.592890+00:00 IST

Make in India played tremendous role in GVA: Piyush Goyal

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, on Monday, said that the "Make in India" initiative has significantly contributed to the positive trends reflected in the latest gross value added (GVA) figures.

2024-09-30T18:41:27.295833+00:00 IST

US mission opened an additional 250,000 visa appointments for Ind

The US Mission to India opened an additional 250,000 visa appointments for Indian travellers, including tourists, skilled workers, and students.

2024-09-30T09:58:51.686662+00:00 IST

SpaceX Crew-9 arrives at International Space Station

After months of uncertainty, NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, travelling in the SpaceX Dragon capsule, successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) on Sunday to bring back Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who had been stuck there since June 2024.

2024-09-30T01:02:27.617656+00:00 IST

US: Hurricane Helene unleashes havoc, 93 dead

Hurricane Helene's destruction across the Southeast has left 93 people dead, millions without power, and several families stranded in floodwaters, according to a report by CNN.

2024-09-29T23:54:44.448084+00:00 IST

US conducts precision strikes in Syria, kills 37 terrorists

In a statement, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said, "CENTCOM Forces conducted two targeted strikes in Syria, killing 37 terrorist operatives, including multiple senior leaders of the terrorist organisations of ISIS and Hurras al-Din, an Al Qaeda affiliate."

2024-09-29T21:36:49.811885+00:00 IST

Biden to speak with Netanyahu following Nasrallah’s death

US President Joe Biden is set to engage in a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking their first conversation since Israel's targeted killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, according to a report by Times of Israel.

2024-09-29T20:56:11.737053+00:00 IST

"Joe Biden became mentally impaired...": Donald Trump

Former US President Donald Trump called Vice President Kamala Harris "mentally disabled" and questioned her intelligence for visiting the southern border, where she pledged to crack down on asylum..

2024-09-29T17:22:29.740834+00:00 IST

Report highlights China’s attempts to manipulate US elections

A joint statement of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a statement claiming that anti-US forces have become active and are using artificial intelligence, fake accounts and fabricated images to promote narratives favourable to Donald Trump's candidacy.

2024-09-29T11:32:44.233379+00:00 IST

SpaceX prepares for Starliner return in Feb, sends 2 astronauts

SpaceX launched a reduced two-man crew to the International Space Station (ISS) on Saturday, carrying supplies and two empty seats for Starliner astronauts awaiting a return home in February after an unplanned eight-and-a-half-month stay in orbit, CBS News reported.

2024-09-29T08:11:20.226783+00:00 IST

US: Hurricane Helene claims 56 lives

Rescue efforts were underway on Saturday to reach those stranded by the floods.

2024-09-29T01:00:43.705500+00:00 IST

Gravely concerned by dramatic escalation of events in Beirut: UN

United Nations Chief Antonio Guterres has expressed concern over the rising violence in the Middle East, urging all sides to halt the cycle of violence immediately.

2024-09-28T23:57:40.688390+00:00 IST

Most egregious systems of oppression in recent history: UN Chief

United Nations Chief Antonio Guterres expressed deep concern over the situation in Afghanistan, likening it to some of the most egregious systems of oppression in recent history.

2024-09-28T23:20:03.080070+00:00 IST

Jaishankar lauds Indian diaspora in developing Viksit Bharat

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in the launch of the PanIIT Alumni Foundation in New York, alongside the 79th United Nations General Assembly session on Saturday.

2024-09-28T23:01:41.919888+00:00 IST

"Necessary to provide hope, rekindle optimism," EAM Jaishankar

Jaishankar said that Overconcentration of production has hollowed out many economies

2024-09-28T22:39:49.429967+00:00 IST

EAM Jaishankar advocates for effective, representative UNGA

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised that large parts of the world cannot be left behind while addressing key issues and highlighted the need for a United Nations that is effective, efficient, and representative.

2024-09-28T22:37:52.648774+00:00 IST