‘Mass casualties’ feared as Baltimore bridge collapses after being struck by ship

‘Mass casualties’ feared as Baltimore bridge collapses after being struck by ship

New Delhi, March 26 - In a tragic incident, parts of a bridge in the US state of Maryland collapsed early on Tuesday morning, after being hit by a container ship, sending several vehicles into the water as quoted by media reports.

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‘Northern Sea Route will be one more ocean route for India to secure its energy and other resources’

‘Northern Sea Route will be one more ocean route for India to secure its energy and other resources’

Sochi (Russia) March 26 - The Northern Sea Route (NSR) will be one more alternative route for India to add to its energy security and others, said a senior official at the Indian Embassy in Russia.

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India comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China Sea

India comes out in support of Manila after Beijing’s action in South China Sea

Manila, March 26 - External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that India firmly supports the Philippines for upholding its national sovereignty after the latter lodged "strongest protest" against Chinese action in the disputed South China Sea.

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Understanding the Baloch genocide and its repercussions

Understanding the Baloch genocide and its repercussions

New Delhi, March 26 - Balochistan, a region ensnared in the clutches of an oppressive military regime orchestrated by Pakistan and its intelligence agency, grapples with dire consequences befalling its people.

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South Korean govt to increase admission quotas at medical schools by May

South Korean govt to increase admission quotas at medical schools by May

Seoul, March 26 - The South Korean government will complete follow-up measures for increased enrollment quotas at medical schools by May, a senior official said on Tuesday, in a fresh sign that it will not back down from the reform push despite a

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Ukraine rocked by multiple explosions amid Russian airstrikes, Poland says its airspace breached

Ukraine rocked by multiple explosions amid Russian airstrikes, Poland says its airspace breached

Kiev, March 24 - Ukraine was hit by a wave of explosions on Sunday morning as Russia launched the third attack in four days, authorities here said.

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Simon Harris set to become Ireland’s new Prime Minister

Simon Harris set to become Ireland’s new Prime Minister

London, March 25 - Simon Harris is set to become Ireland's new Prime Minister, or Taoiseach, after he was confirmed as the new leader of the governing Fine Gael party.

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France raises terror alert to highest after Moscow attack

France raises terror alert to highest after Moscow attack

Paris, March 25 - The French government has decided to raise the national security alert system Vigipirate to its highest level to deal with the potential threat the country is facing after Friday's deadly terrorist attack in Russia's capital Moscow.

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Pakistan preparing to send back nearly 1 million Afghans in repatriation drive

Pakistan preparing to send back nearly 1 million Afghans in repatriation drive

Islamabad, March 25 - Pakistan has started preparations to launch the second phase of its repatriation drive to send nearly one million Afghans back to their homeland, the media reported.

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In breakthrough, UNSC calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire after US withholds veto

In breakthrough, UNSC calls for immediate Gaza ceasefire after US withholds veto

United Nations, March 25 - In a breakthrough, the UN Security Council on Monday called for an immediate unconditional ceasefire in Gaza, overcoming the intense polarisation after the United States agreed to abstain on the resolution in a sign of its fraying ties

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Moscow terror attack committed by radical Islamists, but many questions remain: Putin

Moscow terror attack committed by radical Islamists, but many questions remain: Putin

Moscow, March 26 - Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the deadly terrorist attack in the Crocus City Hall in suburban Moscow was carried out by radical Islamists, but many questions still remain.

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New York appeals court slashes bond in Trump business fraud case

New York appeals court slashes bond in Trump business fraud case

New York, March 26 - An appeals court in New York has cut the bond in US former President Donald Trump's business fraud case by more than half and granted a ten-day period for coming up with the smaller bond.

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US ‘perplexed’ by Netanyahu scrapping Israeli delegation’s visit to Washington

US ‘perplexed’ by Netanyahu scrapping Israeli delegation’s visit to Washington

Washington, March 26 - The White House has said that it was "perplexed" by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel a planned visit to Washington by a delegation comprising senior Israeli officials.

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EAM Jaishankar meets Singapore’s top leadership, conveys PM Modi’s greetings

EAM Jaishankar meets Singapore’s top leadership, conveys PM Modi’s greetings

Singapore, March 25 - External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday met top leaders of Singapore and valued their support for the strategic partnership as he conveyed personal greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to them.

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Card spending in S.Korea slow in 2023 amid slump in private spending: Report

Card spending in S.Korea slow in 2023 amid slump in private spending: Report

Seoul, March 25 - Daily card spending in South Korea gained 6.2 per cent last year, but its growth slowed from the previous year amid a slump in domestic demand, central bank data showed on Monday.

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Will eliminate Yahya Sinwar at any cost, says Israel PM

Will eliminate Yahya Sinwar at any cost, says Israel PM

Tel Aviv, March 25 - Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar "will be killed at any cost".

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N.Korean official calls for boosting ties with China

N.Korean official calls for boosting ties with China

Seoul, March 25 - A senior North Korean official has called for further strengthening ties with China, state media said on Monday.

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‘Long-term IMF bailout plan would be an economic disaster for Pakistan’

‘Long-term IMF bailout plan would be an economic disaster for Pakistan’

Islamabad, March 24 - Pakistan’s crippling economy is in emergency need of another bailout plan from the IMF (International Monetary Fund) through its Extended Fund Facility (EFF) to save it from a suspected meltdown. However, an economic expert is wary of entering into

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Death toll in Russia terror attack rises to 133

Death toll in Russia terror attack rises to 133

Moscow, March 24 - The death toll in the terror attack in Moscow's Crocus City Hall has risen to 133, the Russian Emergencies Ministry said on Sunday.

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South Korea-built nuclear reactor connected to UAE power grid

South Korea-built nuclear reactor connected to UAE power grid

Seoul, March 24 - The fourth unit of the South Korea-built Barakah nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been successfully connected to the Middle East nation's power transmission grid, South Korea's state-run utility company said on Sunday.

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