Imran Khan, PTI remain most popular in Pakistan
Lahore, Jan 2 - The latest on-ground assessments about the standing of different political leaders and parties in Pakistan reveal that former Prime Minister Imran Khan and the PTI as the most popular nationwide, the media reported.
Five lakh lamps to lit on Jan 22 in Jaipur
Jaipur, Jan 2 - Diwali-like decorations will be held in Jaipur on the auspicious occasion of Ramlala's Pran Pratistha Mahotsav on January 22 in the Ram temple of Ayodhya. On this day, more than 5 lakh lamps will be lit at major intersections,
Japan earthquake toll increases to 30 as search continues for survivors
Tokyo, Jan 2 - At least 30 people have died after a series of powerful earthquakes, with the major one measuring 7.6 on the Richter scale, hit central Japan and the surrounding areas, with rescue teams on Tuesday scrambling to search for survivors.
Tsunami observed at S. Korea’s east coast after Japan’s massive earthquake
Seoul, Jan 2 - A tsunami reaching as high as 85 cm was observed off South Korea's east coast in the aftermath of a powerful magnitude-7.6 earthquake that struck Japan's Noto Peninsula, the weather agency said on Tuesday.
Vivek Ramaswamy reiterates vow to withdraw from Maine, Colorado ballots
Washington, Jan 2 - Coming out firmly in support of his Republican presidential rival candidate Donald Trump, Indian-American Vivek Ramaswamy has reiterated that he will withdraw from the ballot in states that remove the former President from running in the primaries.
India declares Canada-based Goldy Brar as ‘terrorist’ under UAPA
New Delhi, Jan 1 - The Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday declared Canada-based gangster Satinderjit Singh, popularly known as Goldy Brar, a "designated terrorist" under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Eye on Polls: Crucial meeting of Bengal BJP to activate party’s mass organizations
Kolkata, Jan 1 - West Bengal BJP will hold a crucial organisational meeting on Wednesday with the aim of activating all the 'Morchas' or mass organisations of the party in the state keeping in view of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled this year.
US Navy redeploys world’s largest warship from Mediterranean Sea
Washington, Jan 2 - The US Navy will redeploy the world’s largest warship which was ordered to the eastern Mediterranean Sea immediately after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, to its home port as scheduled to prepare for future deployments, an
Small boat arrivals expected to rise this year: UK Border Force officials’ union
London, Jan 2 - A union of Border Force officials in the UK have warned that the number of people arriving in small boats is expected to rise again this year after government figures reported a fall in migrants crossing the English Channel
Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva takes over as GOC of White Knight Corps
Jammu, Jan 1 - Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva has taken over as the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the Army’s elite White Knight Corps, a defence spokesperson said on Monday.
Japan earthquake: Indian Embassy issues emergency numbers for citizens amid tsunami warnings
New Delhi, Jan 1 - The Indian Embassy in Japan on Monday set up an emergency control room for its citizens and said that it is in the touch with concerned authorities in the wake of the earthquake and tsunami warning.
PM urges people to take part in ‘Ram Bhajan’ drive ahead of temple launch
New Delhi, Dec 31 - While addressing the last 'Mann Ki Baat' programme of the year 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said the entire country is enthused about the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
Leaders worldwide call for unity, peace in New Year salutations
Beijing, Jan 1 - A faltering global economy struggled to get back on its feet in 2023 amid an international landscape undergoing rapid change.
Tsunami waves reach Japan’s coast following major quakes
Tokyo, Jan 1 - Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture observed tsunami waves of more than 1.2 meters on Monday after a series of strong quakes struck Japan's western coast in the afternoon, local media reported.
UP woman skydives with flag of Ram temple
Prayagraj, Jan 1 - Anamika Sharma, a 22-year-old woman from Uttar Pradesh's Prayagraj, set a record of sorts when she jumped from a height of 13,000 feet with the flag of Ram Temple.
Ayodhya temple priest slams Sanjay Raut for his remarks on Ram
Ayodhya (UP), Jan 1 - Acharya Satyendra Das, chief priest at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple has said that invitations have been extended only to those who are "devotees of Lord Ram."
Japan: Major tsunami warning issued after 7.4 magnitude earthquake
Tokyo, Jan 1 - A series of strong earthquakes with major ones measured at up to 7.6 magnitude have struck the central Japanese prefecture of Ishikawa on Monday, with tsunami warnings issued, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA).
2024: The year of Gaganyaan for ISRO
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 1 - The Indian space agency has named the year 2024 as the year of Gaganyaan with several tests being planned for the realisation of manned space mission in 2025, said a top official.
Putin delivers New Year address to nation, calls for unity
Moscow, Jan 1 - Russian President Vladimir Putin while delivering New Year address has called for the national unity.
Yemen’s Houthi group says 10 fighters killed by US Navy forces in Red Sea
Sanaa, Jan 1 - Yemen's Houthi group has said that 10 of its fighters were killed by US naval forces in the Red Sea while they were trying to hijack a commercial ship in international waters.