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Pro-Palestinian protesters hold march across world

The protesters holding banners, Palestinian flags and signs raised slogans like "Free Palestine."

2023-10-29T00:47:54.982899+00:00 IST

US fighter jets scramble after plane violated restricted airspace

The civilian aircraft entered restricted airspace north of Wilmington shortly after 2 pm (local time), Guglielmi said.

2023-10-28T22:33:48.807648+00:00 IST

US: Mike Pence announces withdrawal from presidential race

Former US Vice President Mike Pence has announced the suspension of his campaign for president.

2023-10-28T21:30:32.848088+00:00 IST

"I thank the brave law enforcement officers": US President Biden

Biden took to his social media 'X', and further expressed gratitude that Lewiston and surrounding communities are now safe, praising the law enforcement officers who worked round the clock to find the suspect.

2023-10-28T20:00:26.840388+00:00 IST

US willing to fight China on behalf of Philippines: Biden

"The United States defence agreement with the Philippines is ironclad. Any attack on the Filipino aircraft, vessels or armed forces will invoke our mutual defence treaty with the Philippines," Biden said during a joint press conference.

2023-10-28T19:35:19.925574+00:00 IST

Palestine urges all States to comply with UN resolution

The appeal came as the United Nations General Assembly on Friday (local time) adopted a resolution calling for an "immediate, durable and sustained humanitarian truce" between Israeli forces and Hamas terrorists in Gaza. The resolution made no specific mention of the Hamas terror attacks of October 7.

2023-10-28T04:58:52.722314+00:00 IST

US: Maine shooting rampage suspect found dead, police say

He was found dead about 48 hours after the attack that left 18 dead and 13 wounded.

2023-10-28T04:04:26.426064+00:00 IST

India sought condemnation of Hamas terror attack in UN resolution

Canada proposed an amendment to the resolution drafted by Jordan, which originally called for unhindered humanitarian access in the Gaza Strip but did not mention Hamas. Canada's proposed amendment sought to insert a paragraph condemning the 'terrorist attacks by Hamas.'

2023-10-28T03:42:01.886321+00:00 IST

Mike Johnson calls on Biden to split funding for Ukraine, Israel

President Biden's budget request includes USD 14 billion to support Israel's efforts against Hamas in Gaza and USD 61 billion for Ukraine's defence against Russia, along with funding for US border security and support for Taiwan.

2023-10-28T03:34:22.242252+00:00 IST

NASA-ISRO radar mission to provide dynamic view of forests

Once it launches in early 2024, the NISAR radar satellite mission will offer detailed insights into two types of ecosystems - forests and wetlands - vital to naturally regulating the greenhouses gases in the atmosphere that are driving global climate change.

2023-10-28T02:49:55.463410+00:00 IST

"Dark day for UN, mankind": Israel slams UN resolution

He stressed that Israel will continue to defend itself and use every mean at its disposal to accomplish this mission.

2023-10-28T01:41:22.272867+00:00 IST

Biden meets Chinese FM, calls for cooperation on global challenge

The White House said Biden "emphasized that both the United States and China need to manage competition in the relationship responsibly and maintain open lines of communication," and he "underscored that the United States and China must work together to address global challenges."

2023-10-27T22:11:14.212466+00:00 IST

"We urge parties to de-escalate, eschew violence": India at UN

"Deeply concerned" over the deteriorating security situation and the astounding loss of civilian lives in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, India at the UN urged both parties to "de-escalate, eschew violence."

2023-10-27T21:54:09.915544+00:00 IST

X launches two new premium subscription plans

Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, introduced two new subscription plans on Friday (local time), including a Premium+ tier for users willing to pay for an ad-free experience.

2023-10-27T21:25:57.489013+00:00 IST

UN adopts resolution calling for humanitarian truce in Gaza

The Jordanian-led draft resolution has been adopted by the General Assembly, with 120 votes in favour, 14 against and 45 abstentions.

2023-10-27T20:55:41.090456+00:00 IST

US imposes new sanctions on 8 individuals with Hamas connections

"We are imposing sanctions on eight individuals with ties to Hamas, including those who have played key roles in facilitating sanctions evasion by Hamas-affiliated companies, as well as sanctioning four entities for their ties to Hamas & other designated terrorist organisations," posted Blinken on X.

2023-10-27T15:19:28.327535+00:00 IST

US sanctions Iran-based organisations involved in Hamas funding

The United States on Friday imposed a fresh round of sanctions targeting key Hamas-linked officials, financial networks and Iran-based organisations that were involved in the funding of terror group.

2023-10-27T13:26:21.766920+00:00 IST

"Prioritised strategic partnership with India": Australia

Earlier in May, PM Modi went to Australia for a three day visit. He arrived at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney along with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese to a rousing welcome.

2023-10-27T07:20:53.710565+00:00 IST

UNGA President expresses condolences to families of UN members

"I join the Secretary-General in expressing my deepest condolences to the families of the 35 UN staff members who have lost their lives in the noble cause of humanitarian service," the UNGA President said while addressing the tenth Emergency Special Session of the UNGA in New York.

2023-10-27T06:30:57.302954+00:00 IST

Senior US diplomat Nuland speaks with Pak caretaker Foreign Min

The US Acting Deputy Secretary of State and Under Secretary for Political Affairs Victoria Nuland spoke with the Pakistani caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani and discussed the Israel Hamas ongoing conflict and US-Pak bilateral relations.

2023-10-27T05:38:11.987289+00:00 IST

US strikes 2 facilities linked to Iranian-backed militias

The strikes which were conducted on US President Joe Biden's direction, are a response to a series of ongoing and mostly unsuccessful attacks against US personnel in Iraq and Syria by Iranian-backed militia groups that began on October 17, as per a statement by the US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin.

2023-10-27T03:55:45.288131+00:00 IST