Anti-government march rocks Pakistan-occupied Kashmir again
Islamabad, June 14 - The Public Action Committee (PAC), the organisation that forced the Pakistan government and the legislative government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) -- also known as 'Pakistan-occupied Kashmir' (PoK) -- to its knees, forcing it to act on its
From human-centric AI to green era, PM Modi leaves key message for G7 leaders
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - From adopting a human-centric approach for artificial intelligence (AI) to creating a ‘green era', Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for a collective effort from G7 countries to address some of the most pressing problems the world is facing
We’re striving for human-centric AI development: PM Modi
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that India is striving for a better future through human-centric artificial intelligence (AI) development.
Time to collectively build a ‘Green Era’, PM Modi tells G7 leaders
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - Emphasising on collective efforts to create a 'Green Era’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that India’s approach in the field of energy is based on four principles -- availability, accessibility, affordability, and acceptability.
Pope urges G7 leaders to regulate AI responsibly and ban AI weapons
Bari (Italy), June 14 - Pope Francis has called on the Group of Seven (G7) leaders to adopt a cautious approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and ban the use of lethal autonomous weapons at the G7 Summit in Italy on Friday.
It is our resolve to build developed India by 2047: PM Modi at G7 Summit
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said it is our resolve to build a developed India (Viksit Bharat) by 2047, adding that India is among the first few nations to formulate a national strategy on artificial intelligence (AI).
Niger’s highest court lifts immunity of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum
Niamey, June 14 - The highest court in Niger has ordered the lifting of the immunity of the country's deposed President Mohamed Bazoum, his lawyer said Friday, allowing the authorities to prosecute the former leader who was overthrown last year in a military
PM Modi lauds Pope Francis’ commitment to serve people, invites him to visit India
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - Admiring his commitment to serve people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended an invitation to Pope Francis to visit India at an early date.
Afghanistan to build new dam in national capital
Kabul, June 14 - Afghan authorities plan to build a new dam in its national capital of Kabul, the media reported.
French President Macron lauds momentum in bilateral ties after meeting PM Modi
Apulia (Italy), June 14 - French President Emmanuel Macron hailed the momentum in Indo-French cooperation in several fields following his bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the 50th G7 Summit in Italy's Apulia on Friday.
South Africa’s Ramaphosa set for re-election with coalition deal
Cape Town, June 14 - South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has secured a coalition agreement between his African National Congress (ANC) party and the former opposition party Democratic Alliance (DA) shortly before the vote in Parliament on Friday.
India’s rising economic clout makes it key constituent of G7 meet
New Delhi, June 14 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi is presently in Italy on his first foreign visit after being re-elected as the PM for the third time in a row to attend the 50th Summit of the G7 countries -- Italy, Canada,
Italy prevents mention of abortion rights in G7 declaration
Bari (Italy), June 14 - Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, as host of the G7 summit, has prevented the group of industrialised democracies from reaffirming a clear commitment to the right to abortion in their final declaration, DPA has learned from diplomatic sources.
North Korea discontent over UNSC’s meeting on Pyongyang’s human rights situation
Seoul, June 14 - North Korea on Friday expressed strong discontent regarding the UN Security Council's (UNSC) meeting on Pyongyang's human rights situation held earlier this week.
Afghanistan seeks to establish political, economic ties with all countries: Caretaker govt
Kabul, June 14 - The Afghan caretaker government's Supreme Leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, on Friday said that Afghanistan seeks to establish political and economic relations with all countries across the world.
Iran fulfils threat to expand uranium enrichment
Vienna, June 14 - Following last week's resolution against Iran by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Tehran is now pressing ahead with the threatened expansion of its uranium facilities, the UN nuclear watchdog said.
‘Save yourself’: Anti-Trump art action at US consulate on birthday
Hamburg, June 14 - Fifty round life buoys normally used to help someone from drowning have been hung on a bridge in front of the US consulate in Hamburg along with banners reading: "America, save yourself. Don't vote for Trump."
WFP warns of hunger crisis ahead of Eid al-Adha in Afghanistan
Kabul, June 14 - The Afghanistan office of the World Food Programme (WFP) on Friday warned of a hunger crisis ahead of the upcoming Eid al-Adha in Afghanistan.
Moscow reports major Ukrainian drone attack on border regions
Moscow, June 14 - Ukraine carried out a major attack consisting of more than 80 drones on Russian border regions in the early hours of Friday, the Russian Ministry of Defence reported.
One killed, several wounded in Israeli strike in Lebanon
Beirut, June 14 - At least one person was killed and more than seven others wounded in an Israeli airstrike overnight that hit a house in southern Lebanon, security sources and state media reported on Friday.