US media disputes Trump’s claims in victory speech at New Hampshire
Washington, Jan 25 - A section of the media in the US has disputed the claims made by former president Donald Trump in his victory speech at New Hampshire, where he defeated rival Nikki Haley by just 11 points, on the election numbers
US economy remained shockingly robust in fourth quarter
Washington, Jan 25 - The US economy remained shockingly robust in the fourth quarter to close out a remarkably strong 2023, a media report said.
Russia playing with lives of Ukrainian prisoners: Zelensky
Kiev, Jan 25 - Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Moscow of playing with the lives of Kiev's prisoners, after a Il-76 military transport aircraft was shot down in Belogorod, the media reported.
US strikes ‘Iranian-backed’ militia targets in Iraq
Washington, Jan 24 - US forces have conducted strikes against facilities used by an "Iranian-backed" militia group in Iraq, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) has said.
Zelensky, Scholz discuss defence support for Ukraine
Kiev, Jan 25 - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz have discussed defence support for Ukraine in a phone conversation.
Sri Lankan Parliament passes Bill to regulate online content, draws oppn criticism
Colombo, Jan 25 - Sri Lankan Parliament has passed a bill to regulate online content, drawing criticism by the opposition parties which termed it as serious threat to freedom of speech and crackdown on dissent, ahead of polls in the country, local media
Canada to probe India’s alleged interference in Federal elections
Ottawa, Jan 25 - Months after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused India of having a role in killing of pro-Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a designated terrorist in New Delhi, Ottawa has now announced to investigate alleged meddling by India in country's
Development of North-South corridor linking India, Russia priority for Moscow: Lavrov
United Nations, Jan 25 - The development of the North-South Corridor (NSC) -- linking India and Russia -- is a priority for Moscow as the two countries explore alternatives to the Western routes, according to Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Strong marine heatwave adds to New Zealand’s hot, humid weather
Wellington, Jan 25 - A strong marine heatwave, the periods of unusually warm ocean temperatures, is contributing to New Zealand's unusually hot weather, due to which the North Island is experiencing above-normal humidity levels, keeping nighttime temperatures elevated.
UN asks Houthis to reconsider order to expel US, UK nationals
United Nations, Jan 25 - The United Nations has asked Yemen's Houthi authorities to reconsider their decision to expel US and British nationals working for the world body in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen.
Houthis claim launching missile attacks at US commercial vessels, navy warships
Sanaa, Jan 25 (IANS) Yemen's Houthi group said it hit an American warship on Wednesday in the Gulf of Aden and the Bab al-Mandab strait, according to a video statement from the group's spokesman.
Russia calls for emergency UNSC meeting after downing of plane
United Nations, Jan 25 - Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that Russia has called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council (UNSC) after the downing of a Russian plane carrying captured Ukrainian soldiers.
US urges N.Korea to refrain from ‘threatening’ activity after cruise missile launches
Washington, Jan 25 - The US has called on North Korea to refrain from further "threatening" activity and return to dialogue after Pyongyang fired several cruise missiles toward the Yellow Sea, the latest in a series of its weapons tests that heightened tensions
EU forms port alliance to fight drug trafficking
Brussels, Jan 25 - The European Commission has launched the European Ports Alliance Public Private Partnership, aimed at bringing all stakeholders together to protect ports from drug trafficking and criminal infiltration.
Adani Group to invest in various public sectors of Nepal: Minister
Kathmandu, Jan 24 - Nepal Finance Minister Ram Sharan Mahat has said that Adani Group will invest in various public sectors in Nepal including airports and energy sector.
3 Indians win UK’s prestigious Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists
London, Jan 24 - Three Indian scientists are among the nine recipients of this year's Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists in the UK for their pioneering work in the fields of chemical, physical, and life sciences.
Opposition blames ‘incompetent’ Canadian PM for causing immigration ‘mess’
Toronto, Jan 23 - Canadian opposition leader Pierre Poilievre has blamed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for making a 'mess' of the country's immigration system, just as Ottawa moved to cap new study permits for international students starting this year.
‘This race is far from over’: Nikki Haley after New Hampshire loss
Washington, Jan 24 - Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley said that the race for White House 2024 was "far from over" after her former boss Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, solidifying his position as GOP's likely nominee.
‘Israel-Hamas conflict spillover to region through shipping attacks has impact on India’
United Nations, Jan 24 - The spillover of the Israel-Hamas conflict to “the vicinity of India” with attacks on shipping by Houthi rebels has an impact on India’s economic interests, according to Deputy Permanent Representative R. Ravindra.
‘Will you marry me?’ Trump supporter asks Nikki Haley
New York, Jan 24 - A marriage proposal was thrown at Indian-American Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley by rival Donald Trump's supporter as she addressed a rally in the US state of Hampshire.