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Japan's largest mobile carrier reports system glitch due to cyberattack
Tokyo, Jan 2Japan's NTT Docomo Inc. said Thursday it suffered a cyberattack that caused a website failure and some service disruptions, local media reported, following a series of simila...
Don't see it through religious lens: Indian politicians on Switzerland's 'burqa ban'
New Delhi, Jan 2Indian politicians on Thursday shared their reactions on the "burqa ban" in Switzerland, which came into effect on January 1 and stated that the decision was country...Australia reports second hottest year on record in 2024
Sydney, Jan 2Australia experienced its second-hottest year on record in 2024, the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) has reported.Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant resigns from Knesset
Tel Aviv, Jan 2Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant has announced his resignation from the Knesset, less than two months after being dismissed from his ministerial role, local media repo...Ukraine's halt of Russian gas transit raises supply, price concerns
Valletta, Jan 2The halt in Russian gas transit through Ukraine has sparked fears of supply shortages and soaring energy costs, particularly in landlocked European nations like Slovakia.Israel warns of escalation in Gaza if hostage deal not reached
Jerusalem, Jan 2Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning stating that Israel would intensify its military operations in Gaza if Hamas does not agree to a deal for the release o...Tax evasion among self-employed foreigners on rise in Lithuania: Authorities
Vilnius, Jan 2The number of self-employed foreigners avoiding taxes has been on the rise in Lithuania in recent years, according to the State Tax Inspectorate (VMI).Norway tightens eco-protection in Svalbard to safeguard Arctic ecosystem
Oslo, Jan 2Norway has introduced new environmental regulations for Svalbard to protect the archipelago's fragile ecosystem, cultural heritage, and wildlife as climate change accelerates...Iron Brother no more: Pakistan-China relations in crisis (IANS Analysis)
New Delhi, Jan 1In 2015, preceding Chinese President Xi Jinping’s maiden visit to Pakistan, the two nations indulged in grandiose rhetoric to celebrate their friendship. The relationship was desc...California enacts new law to reduce homework burden
Sacramento, Jan 1The US state of California enacted a new law on Wednesday, aimed at reducing students' homework burden statewide.10 killed, 30 injured in New Year's Day terrorist attack with vehicle in US
New York, Jan 1The New Year dawned with a terrorist “hell-bent on carnage” ploughing his vehicle into a crowd of celebrants in New Orleans killing 10 people and injuring 35, officials said.
UK PM vows to rebuild Britain in new year message
London, Jan 1United Kingdom (UK) Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday pledged to rebuild Britain as his government seeks to turn the tide after a challenging first six months in power.Reforms to spur stronger economic performance in 2025: Kenyan President Ruto
Nairobi, Jan 1Kenyan President William Ruto has said that reforms initiated by his government are expected to result in stronger economic performance, increased job opportunities for the youth ...Vienna Philharmonic rings in 2025 with message of peace at New Year's Concert
Vienna, Jan 1The Vienna Philharmonic held its traditional New Year's concert on Wednesday, ushering in 2025 with a message of peace, beauty, and harmony.Poland assumes EU Council presidency with focus on security
Warsaw, Jan 1Poland took over the six-month rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union on Wednesday, marking the start of 2025. This is the second time Poland has held the presid...
Lankan President launches 'Clean Sri Lanka' initiative to heal environment and society
Colombo, Jan 1Fresh off his last month's India visit, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Wednesday launched the 'Clean Sri Lanka' national programme, which aims to ...Romania, Bulgaria fully join Schengen border-free zone
Bucharest, Jan 1Romania and Bulgaria officially joined the Schengen Area on Wednesday, eliminating border checks with neighbouring Hungary and between the two countries.Ukraine halts Russian gas transit to Europe
Kyiv, Jan 1Ukraine on Wednesday stopped the transit of Russian natural gas to Europe following the expiration of a five-year transportation agreement, the Ukrainian Energy Ministry said.Malaysia grants social media, messaging app providers licenses as new regulation takes effect
Kuala Lumpur, Jan 1Social media platform and messaging app providers operating in Malaysia have begun receiving licenses after a new law mandating regulation of such services has taken effect, Malay...Intentional wage theft facing up to 10-year imprisonment in Australia
Canberra, Jan 1Australia's new laws that took effect on Wednesday made intentional wage theft a criminal offence that would see dishonest heads of businesses being imprisoned for up to 10 y...Gazprom stops gas transit through Ukraine as agreements expire
Moscow, Jan 1Russian energy giant Gazprom said Wednesday that it has stopped gas supply for transit through Ukraine due to expiration of key agreements and the lack of renewal by the Ukrainian...Flight data recorder from crashed South Korea plane to be sent to US for analysis
Seoul, Jan 1The South Korean government on Wednesday said it will send the flight data recorder from the crashed Jeju Aeroplane to the United States for analysis.
Panama celebrates 25th anniversary of Canal's handover
Panama City, Dec 31Panama celebrated the 25th anniversary of the handover of the Panama Canal, which had been under the control of the United States for nearly a century.Iraq War WMD intelligence wrong: Former Australian PM
Canberra, Jan 1Former Australian Prime Minister John Howard has admitted that intelligence about weapons of mass destruction (WMDs) that led to the Iraq War was wrong.Cold sales of US homes make some companies suffer: Data
Moscow, Jan 1The sputtering US housing market is hurting the businesses that depend on Americans opening their wallets to fix up and furnish their new homes, reported local media.Russia imposes new tourist tax, lifts export duties on coal
Moscow, Jan 1A new tourist tax has come into effect across Russia on Wednesday, replacing the previous resort fee, local media on Wednesday.
H-1B visas vital for US California's tech titans: Report
Sydney, Jan 1Of all the rich and powerful people cosying up to US President-elect Donald Trump, few have rushed to Mar-a-Lago faster than the crowned heads of big tech, including California�...New gun laws rolling out in multiple US states on Jan 1
New York, Jan 1US states have taken steps to pass their own gun regulations to effect on January 1, as related violence kept on ravaging the nation with nearly 500 mass shootings occurring in 20...
French President Macron admits dissolution of parliament brings more divisions than solutions
Paris, Jan 1French President Emmanuel Macron acknowledged that dissolving the French National Assembly in June created more division than resolution.Azerbaijani President highlights peace, progress in New Year address
Baku, Jan 1Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev delivered his New Year address to the nation celebrating the country's achievements in 2024 and reaffirming the government's commitmen...China extends visa fee reduction till Dec 31, 2025
New Delhi, Jan 1In a significant move to facilitate foreigners travelling to China, the Chinese Embassy in India announced the extension of reduced visa fees until December 31, 2025, the Embassy ...Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with dignitaries, senior officials at Za'abeel Majlis
Dubai, December 31Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, undersc...Emergency aid shipment launched for Gaza as part of UAE's 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'
Abu Dhabi, December 31In an urgent humanitarian initiative, the UAE, as part of the 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3', has launched an emergency aid shipment for the Gaza Strip, which is witnes...Indian Embassy in Japan extends New Year greetings
Tokyo, December 31The Embassy of India in Japan wished everyone a Happy New Year on Tuesday.18th India-Nepal military exercise commences in Nepal
Shaljhandi, December 31The 18th India-Nepal combined battalion level military training Exercise, Surya Kiran, commenced at Saljhandi in Nepal on Tuesday and will continue till January 13, an official s...New Zealand welcomes New Year with fireworks in Auckland Sky Tower
Auckland, December 31New Zealand erupted into celebrations as the New Year ushered in.18th edition of India-Nepal Joint Military Exercise 'Surya Kiran' begins at Saljhandi
Kathmandu, December 31The 18th edition of Joint Military Exercise "Surya Kiran" between the Nepali Army and the Indian Army commenced on Tuesday.
Vaping kits to be free for New Zealanders wanting to quit smoking
Wellington, Dec 31The New Zealand government will provide vaping kits to New Zealand adults who want to quit smoking from next week.Taiwan's average temperature in 2024 hits record high
Taipei, Dec 31The average annual temperature in Taiwan reached a record high of 24.97 degrees Celsius in 2024, making it the warmest year on record, the local meteorological department said Tue...
Health alert issued over deadly mosquito-borne virus in southeast Australia
Sydney, Dec 31Health authorities in Victoria, Australia's second-most populous state, on Tuesday issued a high-risk warning after identifying a human case of a deadly mosquito-borne virus.