Russia to release Indians fighting in Ukraine war after PM Modi raises matter with Putin: Sources
New Delhi/Moscow, July 9 - Russia has decided to release and facilitate the return of all Indians fighting for the Russian army in Ukraine, a breakthrough achieved after Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue with President Vladimir Putin during his Moscow visit,
US says India should tell Russia ‘UN Charter’ only solution to Ukraine conflict
Washington, July 9 - The US on Monday reiterated its appeal to India in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ongoing visit to make it clear to Russia that any resolution to the conflict in Ukraine will need to respect Ukraine's territorial integrity
Have only one goal – serving India’s people, PM Modi tells President Putin
Moscow, July 9 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Russian President Vladimir Putin, during a "private engagement", that his only goal is to serve the people of India.
Embattled Biden tells party critics to ‘end’ drama
Washington, July 8 - US President Joe Biden on Monday called upon Democratic lawmakers "to end" the heated debate over his candidacy for re-election, triggered by his disastrous debate, saying in a letter to them that "I am firmly committed to staying in
S Korean govt scraps all administrative steps against striking trainee docs
Seoul, July 8 - The South Korean government announced a decision on Monday to withdraw its plan to take administrative steps, including the suspension of medical licenses, against striking trainee doctors in an effort to seek a breakthrough in monthslong medical service disruptions.
PM Modi arrives in Moscow, to meet Russian President in evening
Moscow, July 8 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Moscow late Monday afternoon, kicking off a two-day visit to Russia -- his first to the country since 2019 and first to its capital after 2015.
French President Macron rejects his PM Attal’s resignation
Paris, July 8 - French President Emmanuel Macron rejected Prime Minister Gabriel Attal's resignation on Monday after the ruling party failed to secure a majority in the snap legislative elections, French news channel BFMTV reported.
Downpours affect expressways, flights in China
Beijing, July 8 - Downpours lasting from Sunday noon to Monday morning have delayed flights and closed expressways in central China's Henan Province.
Russian envoy voices hope for better relations with South Korea despite soured ties
Seoul, July 8 - Russia hopes to maintain "safe lines" in its bilateral relations with South Korea and work to improve ties despite the current chill, its top envoy to Seoul said on Monday.
Thwarted Ukrainian attempt to hijack Tu-22M3 strategic bomber: Russia
Moscow, July 8 - Russia stopped an attempt by the Ukrainian special services to organise a hijack of a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber abroad, local media reported on Monday, citing Federal Security Service (FSB).
Another Mongolian opposition party accepts ruling party’s proposal for coalition
Ulan Bator, July 8 - Another Mongolian opposition party, the Hun Party, announced on Monday that it has agreed to form a coalition government with the ruling Mongolian People's Party (MPP).
Global temperature surpasses 1.5 °C above pre-industrial level for 12 months: Copernicus
Brussels, July 8 - June 2024 was the 12th consecutive month of global temperatures reaching 1.5 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial (1850-1900) level, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service on Monday.
Counter-terrorism officer killed in terrorist attack in Karachi
Islamabad, July 8 - A Counter Terrorism Department (CTD) officer was killed in a terrorist attack in Pakistan's southern port city of Karachi, police officials said.
One missing after landslide as heavy rains batter South Korea
Seoul, July 8 - Heavy rain pounded parts of the country's central regions on Monday, leaving a resident in the central county of Okcheon missing after a landslide and briefly stranding villagers in the southeastern city of Andong.
South Korea not to revoke striking doctors’ licences for breakthrough
Seoul, July 8 - The government is likely to halt the suspension of licences and other administrative steps against striking trainee doctors in an effort to seek a breakthrough in months-long medical service disruptions, officials said on Monday.
24 Bolivians face up to 25 years in prison for role in failed coup
La Paz, July 8 - Bolivia is putting 24 suspects on trial for their role in a failed coup attempt on June 26, with the possibility of facing up to 25 years in prison, Attorney General Cesar Adalid Siles Bazan has said.
Kim Jong-un’s sister slams S. Korea’s resumption of live-fire drills as ‘suicidal hysteria’
Seoul, July 8 - North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's sister Kim Yo-jong on Monday denounced South Korea's resumption of live-fire artillery drills near the border as "suicidal hysteria" and warned of possible military actions against such acts.
Hezbollah targets Israeli mountain base in ‘largest air attack’
Beirut, July 8 - Hezbollah has said that it attacked with drones at Israel's technical and electronic reconnaissance centre in Mount Hermon, north of Golan Heights, in response to Israel's killing of a senior Hezbollah member on Saturday.
Netanyahu insists on Gaza ceasefire deal allowing resumption of military operations
Jerusalem, July 8 - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that he would only agree to a ceasefire deal with Hamas if it allows Israel to resume its military operations in Gaza following the release of hostages.
Kamala Harris’ husband tests positive for Covid
Washington, July 8 - US Vice President Kamala Harris' husband Doug Emhoff recently tested positive for Covid-19, the latter's office has announced.