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People of India are going to defeat BJP: Rahul Gandhi

New York : Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has said after the Karnataka election victory his party will “decimate” the BJP in Telangana and other state polls, emphasising that it is not just the Congress party but the people of India who are going to defeat its hate-filled ideology. “We have shown in Karnataka that we can decimate the BJP…We did …

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Biden says he is heartbroken by train crash in India

Washington : US President Joe Biden on Saturday said he is heartbroken by the tragic news of a train crash in India that has killed nearly 300 people. The crash in Odisha’s Balasore district involving three trains is one of the worst rail accidents in India in nearly three decades. At least 288 people are dead and over 1,100 injured. …

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PM Modi reaches Hiroshima, Japan, will participate in G7 conference

New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Hiroshima, Japan on Friday to participate in the annual summit of G-7. He has arrived here at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. Japan, as the current chair of the G-7 group, is hosting the summit and India has been invited as the guest country. On reaching Japan, Prime Minister …

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Al Ain Zoo celebrates World Migratory Bird Day

Abu Dhabi : Al Ain Zoo celebrates World Migratory Bird Day,observed on the second weekend of May each year, as part of its efforts to preserve biodiversity and ecology.113 wild birds were spotted at the Zoo, including residentand, migrant birds according to research conducted by the Zoo in 2022. Highlights of the Zoo’s efforts in this area include the Migratory …

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Japan struck by earthquake of 8.5 intensity, one dead

Tokyo : Japan was struck by an earthquake on Friday. The intensity of the earthquake was recorded at 8.5 on the Richter Scale. Preliminary information said that one person died and several images were damaged. The United States Geological Survey stated that tremors were felt in an area spreading over 8.7 kilometers, at 2.42 pm. The epicentre was at 37.540 …

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Five injured in helicopter crash in Nepal

Kathmandu : A helicopter engaged in Arun Hydro-Electric Project in Nepal crashed on Friday near Sankhuwasabha. Five people including two pilots were injured in the accident. Out of the five three people have been shifted to Kathmandu for treatment. The other two received minor injuries. The helicopter belonged to Simrik Air, which met the accident. The accident occurred during landing, …

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Neighbour supporting terrorism cannot be friend: Jaishankar

Panama City : “We cannot connect to the nation which supports terrorism”, said External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, while referring to Pakistan. Jaishankar was addressing the media person during his Panama tour. Pakistan will have to be firm on its assurance to act against terrorism. Pakistan will have to control terrorism across borders. Jaishankar expressed hope that one day this …

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Warship Sumedha leaves Port Sudan for Jeddah with first batch of 278 Indians

New Delhi : Naval warship INS Sumedha left Port Sudan for Jeddah with the first batch of 278 Indians as part of ‘Operation Kaveri’ launched to evacuate civilians stranded in Sudan. India has deployed another ship, INS Teg, to evacuate the remaining citizens from conflict-hit Sudan. A naval ship will bring the Indians to Jeddah, from where the citizens will …

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US brokers 72-hrs ceasefire in Sudan

Khartoum : A ceasefire for 72 hours from midnight of April 24, in Sudan was agreed upon as a result of the successful intervention of the USA. The ceasefire was agreed upon after 427 people were killed and more than 3,700 injured in the violent struggle between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Force (RSF). The violent struggle was …

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Al Ain Zoo celebrates Zoo Lovers Day with unique experiences and activities

Al Ain : Al Ain Zoo has celebrated Zoo Lovers Day, which is celebrated onthe 8th of April every year in different places of the world, with numerous special events, experiences, and activities for zoo visitors of all ages. Visitors & all family members will enjoy a large number of unforgettable experiences, such as giraffe feeding, where all the family can …

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Pak army eliminates 8 terrorists in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Islamabad : Pakistani army claims to have intensified action against terrorists as it killed eight terrorists were killed by the Army in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in an encounter. One Army soldier was fell to the bullets of the terrorist group. The Army’s media wing Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) issued a statement that a terrorist hideout in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa was raided based …

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Three Russian policemen killed in encounter with separatists in Caucasus

Moscow : Three Russian security personnel were killed and eight injured in an encounter with terrorists in North Caucasus. The region is between the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea and is surrounded by Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia. The Ingushetia state of Caucasus is on the border of Chechnya. Terrorism in the region started in the first decade of …

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Gold prices ease as US dollar regains some ground

Gold Gold prices edged lower on Tuesday as a steady dollar made bullion more expensive for overseas buyers, while softer U.S. economic data heightened expectations of less-aggressive moves by the Federal Reserve. FUNDAMENTALS * Spot gold was down 0.1% at $1,962.36 per ounce, as of 0103 GMT. U.S. gold futures were flat at $1,999.50. * The dollar index was 0.1% …

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ITC HOTELS LAUNCH MEMENTOS UDAIPUR, ITS FIRST MEMENTOS PROPERTY IN INDIA

Udaipur  – ITC’s Hotel Group announced the opening of its first property Mementos by ITC Hotels, Ekaaya, Udaipur under the new brand – Mementos.  With the Mementos brand, ITC Hotels brings bespoke experiences at immersive locations through atypical hotels and resorts that are unique by character, design or heritage and strive to co-exist with the environment and the community. Nestled in close proximity toNathdwara&Eklingji …

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Two killed, 12 injured in Kabul blast

Kabul : A powerful bomb blast killed two people and injured 12 others in front of the Foreign Ministry office here on Monday afternoon. The blast resulted in dense smoke and flames emanating from the place. The area also has several commercial establishments. The fire brigade immediately reached the spot and brought the fire under control. The blast occurred in …

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5 planets will align in the night sky on March 28

New Delhi : Very interesting events are happening in the sky these days for the people interested in astronomy. In this order, on Tuesday, March 28, a panchayat of five planets is going to take place in the sky in the evening. During this, Mars, Mercury, Guru, Venus and Uranus will be seen meeting each other and Earth’s satellite Moon …

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Al Ain Zoo celebrates the significant roles and contributions of women in nature and wildlife conservation on International Women’s Day

AL AIN : Al Ain Zoo celebrates International Women’s Day, which falls on March 8 of every year, by laudingthe Zoo’s female members who are distinguished in their respective fields in nature and wildlife conservation. The Zoo supports women and appreciates their tremendous efforts that greatly contribute to the success of the organization. The number of female employees at Al Ain …

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Locals, tourists watch SpaceX launches from Cocoa Beach in Florida

Florida : Locals and tourists gathered during a gorgeous sunset on the Cocoa Beach in Florida to watch the launch of the first of a new generation Starlink internet satellite. On Monday, a SpaceX rocket called Falcon 9 launched 21 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The 21 satellites are “V2 mini” type, which are designed …

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Al Ain Zoo sustainably enhancesthe greenery of its landscape with local foliage and trees

AL AIN : Al Ain Zoo beautifies its green spaces and enhances its landscape with local plants and trees, as part of its role in theconservation of environment and wildlife, through the Zoo’s development projects andmaintenance workswhich are implemented by the Horticulture Department team. A number of local foliage,known for their low consumption of water and resistanceto heat and drought, …

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Japan hit by 6.1 earthquake, no Tsunami warning

earthquake Tokyo : Japan was hit by a powerful earthquake on Saturday at 10.27 pm (local time). No tsunami warning has been issued so far, according to the National Research Institute for Earth Sciences and Disaster Resilience (NIED), reports Reuters. The intensity of the earthquake has been recorded at 6.1 on the Richter scale. The earthquake hit off the Nemuro …

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All domestic flights grounded across US amid major system failure

NEW DELHI: US flights were grounded or delayed on Wednesday as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) scrambled to fix a system outage, with passengers told to check with airlines for updates. FAA system that alerts pilots and other flight personnel about hazards or any changes to airport facility services and relevant procedures was not processing updated information, the civil aviation …

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Explosion at military airport in Afghanistan; many killed: Taliban

Kabul : Many people are feared dead in a massive explosion at the military airport in the capital of Afghanistan. taliban Confirming the blast, Taliban Interior Ministry spokesman Abdul Nafi Takkar said that there was an explosion at Kabul’s military airport on Sunday morning but refrained from giving details of the number killed or injured in the blast. The Taliban …

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19 dead, 32 injured as oil tanker explodes in Kabul

Kabul: At least 19 people were killed and 32 injured in an explosion in an oil tanker on Saturday night in the Salang tunnel here in Afghanistan. According to Sayeed Himatullah Shamim, a spokesperson for Parwan province, w.,mnhgfdhjkl;’ hgfomen and children are also among the dead, victims are trapped under the debris and casualties may rise. It is not clear …

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Al Ain Zoo explores cooperation with Moscow Zoo

AL AIN : Al Ain Zoo has welcomed a delegation from Moscow Zoo during which the parties discussed mutual cooperation and finding ways to collaborate on projects to protect and preserve wildlife. The meeting covered various programmes for the conservation, breeding and exchange of rare and endangered species, and the vital protection of genetic assets. It also included a discussion …

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Al Ain Zoo launches “Science Camp”, a winter camp with various science-themed activities

AL AIN : Al Ain Zoo has announced the launch of its 38th winter camp entitled, “Science Camp”, which will run for two weeks featuring fun exploration activities and knowledge experiences in natural sciences especially designed for participants who are passionate about the environment, science, arts, mathematics and technology. The winter camp is in alignment with the Zoo’s objective to …

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Israel launches airstrikes against Hamas

Israel launches airstrikes against Hamas Gaza : Israeli warplanes carried out a series of airstrikes on positions of militant groups in the Gaza Strip on Sunday in response to rockets being fired from the coastal enclave. An Israeli army spokesperson said the airstrikes were a response to three rockets being fired into southern Israel. No group has claimed responsibility for …

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Iran kneels downs; to review hijab law

Tehran : The government of Iran finally succumbed to the anger of the people who took to the streets against the hijab law. hijab Iranian attorney general said Iran’s parliament and judiciary are reviewing a law making the hijab mandatory. Under this law, it is mandatory for women to cover their heads. Hundreds of people have lost their lives in …

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Nepal: Death toll due to earthquake rises to six

Kathmandu  : The death toll from house collapse incident in Nepal followed by subsequent tremors rose to nine on Wednesday, local police informed. Chief District Officer of Doti, Kalpana Shrestha informed ANI over the phone that five injured are being taken to the hospital. earthquake “Five injured are being taken to the hospital. Dozens of house has been damaged with landslides at …

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Twitter sued following Silicon Valley sackings that will put 5,000 out of job

Twitter sued following Silicon WASHINGTON: Several sacked Twitter employees in the US have initiated a class action lawsuit against the company following the expected firing of more than 3,500 people- half the company’s workforce- by the new owner Elon Musk. The suit, filed in US District Court in San Francisco on Thursday even before the anticipated pink slips, alleges that …

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Imran Khan injured in firing

Islamabad : Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan was injured in firing in Wazirabad on Thursday afternoon. Khan’s freedom rally entered Wazirabad, along with a large number of his followers. The incident occurred at Zafar Ali Khan Square. Imran Khan Initially, people thought the sound to be of firecrackers. However, an unidentified person fired at Khan, ARY News Channel has …

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PEC urges to end impunity to crimes against journalists

Geneva, 2 November 2022: Press Emblem Campaign (PEC), the global media safety and rights body, while marking the 2022 International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists on Wednesday commented, ‘more needs to be done to fight impunity on the ground’. Slow progress is made, but still very insufficient, said the PEC after appealing to launch the work for …

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29 killed, 70 injured in two car explosions in Somalia’s capital

explosions In Somalia, 29 people were killed and 70 injured after two car bombs exploded near government offices in the capital Mogadishu yesterday. Police said most of the victims were civilians and that four militants had been involved in the attack. Some of the wounded are in critical condition. The blasts occurred in the Zobe district and appeared to target …

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Russia accepts killing of 23 soldiers in Ukrainian attack

Russia accepts killing of 23 soldiers in Ukrainian attack Grozny (Chechnya) : Chechnya leader and close associate of President Vladimir Putin Ramzan Kadyrov stated that 23 Russian soldiers were killed and 58 injured in Urainian attack on Russian ammunition depot in South Khersan. For the first time after Russia-Ukraine was began Russia has accepted heavy loss on the battle field. …

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Boris Johnson concedes, Rishi Sunak could be Britain’s next PM

New Delhi : The latest situation in the rapidly changing dramatic developments in British politics is that Boris Johnson, who is considered strong in the race for of Prime Minister, has backed out of his claim. After which the Indian-origin Rishi Sunak is most likely to become the Prime Minister. Pony Mordont is the only challenge in Sunak’s path. Boris …

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Ethnic conflict in Sudan leaves 170 dead

Ethnic conflict in Sudan leaves 170 dead Cairo : At least 170 people have been killed in an ethnic conflict over a land dispute in Sudan’s southern Blue Nile state. The fight between the two tribal communities lasted for two days. In the Blue Nile state, there has been a bloodbath in the Blue Nile state last week over a …

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Biden calls Pakistan ‘One of the most dangerous nations’

One of the most dangerous nations Washington : The US President Joe Biden called Pakistan one of the most dangerous nations in the world. It has developed nuclear weapons without cohesion. He also levelled charges against Italy and Hungary. Biden was addressing a campaign for Democratic Party for fundraising. He said that Pakistan’s nuclear weapons could pose serious threat to …

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Nvidia to ‘unlaunch’ 2GB RTX 4080 GPU following naming backlash

Nvidia Washington  : American technology company Nvidia has paused the launch of its upcoming 12GB variant of the RTX 4080 graphics card following backlash due to the GPU’s name. According to The Verge, Nvidia has admitted to messing up with the naming of the graphic card after originally unveiling it last month alongside a much more powerful 16GB model. “The …

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Three US researchers win Nobel for economics

Nobel for economics Stockholm : There American economists Ben S Bernanke, Douglas W Diamond and Philip H Dybvig have been selected for the Nobel in Economics for research on banks and financial crises. Unlike the other prizes, the economic award was not established in Alfred Nobel’s will but by the Swedish Sveriges Riksbank in his memory. The research has enhanced …

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India is ready to provide all possible facilities to resolve the Ukraine crisis : Jaishankar

Auckland : External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in his statement on Thursday made a big disclosure about the Russia-Ukraine war. Jaishankar said that India is ready to provide all possible facilities to resolve the Ukraine crisis. Jaishankar said that when the fighting between Ukraine and Russia escalated in sensitive Zaporizhzhya, India had put pressure on Moscow to ensure the safety …

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Zelensky thanks Modi for willingness to hold peace talks

Kyiv : Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for taking an initiative for talks between Russia and Ukraine for establishing peace. Zelensky Zelensky, however, refused to talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin. He said that Putin never agreed to talks with Ukraine and deliberately weakened diplomatic relations. Modi during a telephonic talk with Zelensky expressed India’s willingness …

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Pakistan apprehends 16 Indian fishermen for crossing the maritime border

ISLAMABAD : Pakistan has arrested 16 Indian fishermen and confiscated two boats for crossing into Pakistan’s waters. Pakistani officials have confirmed this. news The Pakistan Maritime Security Agency (PMSA) said that one of its ships on Tuesday arrested 16 Indian fishermen and seized two Indian boats during routine surveillance in maritime areas in Pakistan. PMSA said in a statement that …

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World’s largest flower blooms again in the forest of Indonesia

Jakarta : The world’s largest flower Rafflesia has bloomed again in Indonesia. This information was given by a man who went for trekking in the forest. Worlds largest flower blooms again in the forest of Indonesia According to the information, when this flower is in full bloom, its diameter can be up to three feet. Like other flowers, it smells …

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India-Japan relations will be stronger : PM Modi tells Kishida

Tokyo : Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived here to attend the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Before attending the funeral, Prime Minister Modi held a bilateral meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo. PM Modi tells Kishida Modi said- ‘India and Japan’s friendship has played a huge role in creating a global …

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MEA targets China-Pak at UNGA

MEA targets China Pak New York : Minister of External Affairs Dr. S Jaishankar made a veiled attack on China and Pakistan over terrorism in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), saying that countries defending terrorists declared in the United Nations are neither considering their interests nor their reputation. He said that any remark, no matter what the motive, can …

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