Oslo, Jan 2 (IANS) Norway has introduced new environmental regulations for Svalbard to protect the archipelago’s fragile ecosystem, cultural heritage, and wildlife as climate change accelerates and tourism expands. Svalbard,… Continue reading Norway tightens eco-protection in Svalbard to safeguard Arctic ecosystem
Washington, Jan 2 (IANS) The New Orleans attacker had posted videos indicating he was inspired by ISIS before he ploughed New Year’s eve revellers in a popular area. Investigations are… Continue reading New Orleans attacker has ISIS influence, links under probe to Las
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New York, Jan 2 (IANS) A man “hell-bent on carnage” unleashed terror in New Orleans driving a vehicle flying an Islamic State flag into a crowd celebrating the dawn of… Continue reading New Year’s morning attack by vehicle flying IS terror group flag kills 10, injures 30 in US (Ld)
New York, Jan 1 (IANS) A blackout hit nearly all of Puerto Rico as the US territory prepared to celebrate New Year’s Eve, leaving more than 1.3 million people without… Continue reading Nearly all of Puerto Rico without power on New Year’s Eve
Sydney, Jan 1 (IANS) Two teenagers have been hospitalised after being stabbed during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney and Melbourne. Police in Sydney said on Wednesday that officers were… Continue reading Teenagers stabbed during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Sydney, Melbourne
Paris, Jan 1 (IANS) French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that dissolving the French National Assembly in June created more division than resolution. The dissolution aimed to give the voice back… Continue reading French President Macron admits dissolution of parliament brings more divisions than solutions
Baku, Jan 1 (IANS) Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev delivered his New Year address to the nation celebrating the country’s achievements in 2024 and reaffirming the government’s commitment to peace and… Continue reading Azerbaijani President highlights peace, progress in New Year address
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) In a significant move to facilitate foreigners travelling to China, the Chinese Embassy in India announced the extension of reduced visa fees until December 31,… Continue reading China extends visa fee reduction till Dec 31, 2025
Caracas, Dec 31 (IANS) Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil has criticised US Secretary of State Antony Blinken for supporting “the worst opposition” in South America. The Foreign Minister made the… Continue reading Venezuelan FM condemns Blinken’s support for opposition figures
United Nations, Dec 31 (IANS) Pakistan joins the UN Security Council on Wednesday subtly changing the balance in the world organisation’s highest decision-making body and getting a virtual veto power… Continue reading Pakistan joins Security Council in 2025; will get virtual veto on designating terrorists
United Nations, Dec 31 (IANS) Israel’s onslaught on health care and emergency services, crippling humanitarian access and attacks on civilians in Gaza are dismantling the very means of survival, UN… Continue reading Israeli attacks in Gaza dismantle means of survival: UN
Seoul, Dec 31 (IANS) A Seoul court on Tuesday approved a request from law enforcement authorities to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his brief martial law imposition, making… Continue reading Court issues warrant to detain impeached S. Korean President Yoon in martial law probe
New York, Dec 31 (IANS) New York State Governor Kathy Hochul has announced increased security measures statewide to ensure public safety during holiday celebrations. The measures include increased staffing in… Continue reading New York beefs up security measures for New Year holiday
Washington, Dec 30 (IANS) World leaders and US politicians have offered their condolences following the death of former US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on Sunday. Carter, who as… Continue reading World leaders pay tribute to former US President Jimmy Carter
Washington, Dec 30 (IANS) US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden mourned the loss of former President Jimmy Carter, describing him as an “extraordinary leader, statesman, and humanitarian”… Continue reading ‘Extraordinary leader’: Joe Biden mourns loss of former US President Jimmy Carter
