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Myanmar children facing severe trauma after earthquake: UNICEF

Geneva, April 1: The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned that children are among the most affected by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, describing the situation as one of deep trauma and widespread destruction.

More relief, medical supplies: India continues humanitarian aid to Myanmar

New Delhi, April 1: In the face of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar’s Mandalay region, India swiftly extended a helping hand through a remarkable humanitarian mission. The Indian Army and Navy mobilised their resources with unwavering resolve, providing both immediate rescue support and long-term aid to the affected communities.

UAE sends search and rescue team to save earthquake victims in Myanmar

Abu Dhabi, April 1: In implementation of the directives of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command, to support efforts for save people affected by earthquake in Myanmar.

Indian Navy Ships arrive in Yangon with relief assistance

Yangon, April 1: In response to the devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that recently struck Myanmar, the Indian Navy ships INS Satpura and INS Savitri arrived in Yangon, carrying over 50 tons of relief material to assist those affected by the disaster.

Myanmar's earthquake death toll rises to 2,056, national mourning declared

Yangon, March 31: The death toll from 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has risen to 2,056, with approximately 3,900 people injured and nearly 270 reported missing, according to the country's State Administration Council Information Team on Monday.

Japanese team deployed to Myanmar to assess earthquake impact

Tokyo, March 31: Japan has dispatched an expert assessment team to Myanmar following the devastating earthquake that struck the country on Friday, measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale.

UAE sends search and rescue team to save earthquake victims in Myanmar

Abu Dhabi, March 31: In implementation of the directives of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE has urgently dispatched a search and rescue team, comprising members from Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard, and the Joint Operations Command, to support efforts for save people affected by earthquake in Myanmar.

Rescue teams from India continue search for Myanmar quake survivors, more aid to follow

Mandalay, March 31: Indian rescue teams, since their arrival in Mandalay on Sunday, have been working to extend support for the survivors under Operation Brahma, the Indian Embassy in Myanmar said.

Operation Brahma: Teams begin rescue ops at U hla thein monastery

Mandalay, March 31: India's National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team has begun rescue operations under Operation Brahma at the U hla thein monastery, where around 170 monks are still stuck, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated on Monday.

36 aftershocks hit Myanmar after deadly 7.7-magnitude earthquake

Mandalay, March 31: Myanmar's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology reported that 36 aftershocks, with magnitudes ranging from 2.8 to 7.5, have occurred as of Monday morning.

Operation Brahma continues, Indian Navy ships carry 30 tonnes of aid to Myanmar: EAM Jaishankar

New Delhi, March 30: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced on Sunday that Indian Navy ships INS Karmuk and LCU 52 are en route to Yangon, Myanmar, carrying aid supplies for earthquake-affected regions.

India deploys specialised HDRA team to earthquake-hit Myanmar under Operation Brahma

Naypyidaw, March 30: As part of India's commitment to Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations, a specialised rescue team from the 50 (I) Para Brigade was deployed to Myanmar under Operation Brahma on Saturday after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the country on Friday.

PM Modi speaks to Myanmar military junta chief, offers condolences and assistance

New Delhi, March 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Myanmar military junta chief, Min Aung Hlaing, and offered condolences on the loss of lives in the earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday. He expressed India's readiness to stand in solidarity with the people of Myanmar in this difficult hour.

'First Responder': How India's Operation Brahma helping quake-hit Myanmar

New Delhi, March 29: Hours after a high-intensity earthquake jolted Myanmar, causing widespread devastation, India came to the quick rescue of the neighboring country by sending rescue teams and providing humanitarian aid to assist in evacuation efforts as well as comforting the displaced populace.

ASEAN pledges humanitarian support following Myanmar earthquake

Jakarta, March 29: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Saturday said it stands ready to support relief and recovery efforts following the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday.

India stands in solidarity with people of Myanmar: PM Modi

New Delhi, March 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar, which has resulted in the loss of over 1,000 lives.

WFP warns of malnutrition threats in Afghanistan, 3.5 million children at risk in 2025

Kabul, March 27: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that in 2025 a whopping 3.5 million children in Afghanistan are at risk of malnutrition. The agency expressed concern over the huge number of children expected to be affected.

EU allocates 150,000 euros for Zambia's cholera response

Lusaka, March 26: The European Union (EU) has allocated 150,000 euros to help Zambia's response to the cholera outbreak, according to a Press statement.

India sends 10 tons of assistance to inundated Botswana

Gaborone, March 23: Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs Randhir Jaiswal said that India sent the first tranche of assistance in Botswana in the wake of floods.

UAE highlights its mediation efforts as Russia and Ukraine exchange 350 captives

Abu Dhabi, March 20: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the success of mediation efforts in a new exchange of war captives between Russia and Ukraine on Wednesday, which included 175 Ukrainian captives and 175 Russian captives - 350 captives in total - bringing the overall number exchanged through UAE mediation efforts to 3,233.

UAE says continued Israeli airstrikes to cause broader instability in Gaza

Abu Dhabi, March 19: Continued Israeli airstrikes on civilian and residential areas in Gaza could lead to broader instability in the enclave and pose a risk of escalating violence across the region, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Foreign Ministry said.

UN humanitarian chief calls for renewed Gaza ceasefire, lifting aid blockade

United Nations, March 19: UN humanitarian chief urged a renewed Gaza ceasefire and called on Israel to lift the blockade of life-saving aid and commercial supplies to the enclave, after the latest deadly Israeli airstrikes.

UN calls for protection of civilians amid rising tensions in South Sudan

Juba, March 18: A United Nations envoy on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the escalating violence in South Sudan's Nasir, Ulang and Baliet counties, which is affecting the local population and disrupting humanitarian operations.

Funding cuts to close 220 additional healthcare facilities in Afghanistan: WHO

Kabul, March 18: The World Health Organization (WHO) raised alarms about funding shortages in Afghanistan, warning that these shortages could lead to the shutdown of 80 per cent of essential healthcare services supported by the agency.

Gaza faces humanitarian catastrophe as Israeli blockade continues: Hamas

Gaza, March 18: The Hamas-run media office warned that the Gaza Strip is facing a worsening humanitarian crisis as Israel's tightened blockade entered its 16th consecutive day, preventing crucial aid from reaching the population.

Israeli Medical delegation heads to North Macedonia following deadly club fire

Tel Aviv, March 17: An Israeli medical delegation is preparing to leave for North Macedonia to help support overwhelmed local hospitals following a devastating fire at a nightclub in Kochani.

King of Jordan urges maintaining Gaza ceasefire, supports reconstruction

Rome, March 17: King Abdullah II of Jordan has emphasised the need to step up international efforts to achieve comprehensive calm in the region, including maintaining the ceasefire in Gaza and supporting efforts to rebuild without displacing its residents.

Palestine calls for international pressure on Israel to resume aid deliveries into Gaza

Gaza, March 16: The Palestinian Ministry of National Economy issued an urgent appeal to the United Nations and international community, calling for pressure on the Israeli government to immediately stop using starvation and deprivation as tools of war against the Gaza Strip.

Lebanon, UNICEF launch initiative to support war-affected children

Beirut, March 15: Lebanon's Health Ministry, in partnership with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), launched an initiative to provide comprehensive healthcare and protection services for war-affected children.

UN Chief Antonio Guterres thanks Bangladesh, calls for Rohingya aid

Dhaka, March 14: United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his gratitude to Bangladesh's interim government and its people, acknowledging their hospitality as he arrived for a four-day visit, the Daily Star reported.

Thousands of trucks carrying lifesaving food items remain stuck at Torkham border

Kabul, March 13: The World Food Programme (WFP) has stated that thousands of trucks remain stranded at the Torkham border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan which remains closed since February 21 after several violent clashes that have resulted in the death of many armed forces personnel and civilians on both sides.

Israel drops 10,000 humanitarian aid packages for Syrian Druze

Tel Aviv, March 13: Israel has dropped 10,000 humanitarian aid packages to Druze communities in southern Syria, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar disclosed on Thursday.

Death toll in Syria's clashes exceeds 1,000 as Red Cross, UN officials call for civilian protection

Damascus, March 9: The death toll from ongoing clashes in Syria's coastal region has surged to 1,018, including 745 civilians, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said, revising upwards previous reports.

WFP appeals for nearly 300 million USD to meet humanitarian needs in Somalia

Mogadishu, March 5: The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said it has a funding gap of $297 million to meet humanitarian needs in Somalia for the next six months.

Over 2,500 schools affected by ongoing Congo conflict: Minister

Kinshasa, March 5: More than 2,500 schools have been affected by an ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), one senior official said.

UN agency reports over 26 million IDPs, refugees in Horn of Africa

Nairobi, March 4: The Horn of Africa has some 26.3 million people living either as refugees or Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) disclosed in a report on Tuesday.

Egypt urges full implementation of Gaza ceasefire agreement

Cairo, March 3: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed the importance of fully and faithfully implementing the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel in the Gaza Strip, stressing the necessity of transitioning to the second phase of the deal to ensure a lasting truce.

J-K: Kupwara District Administration airlifts critically patients from Karnah

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