International

August 1, 2023 8:31 PM

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Indian Diaspora in UAE Honoured for Exemplary Support and Service

Dubai, August 1, 2023 - The Consulate General of India in Dubai hosted a ceremony to commemorate three years of uninterrupted service,  to the thriving 3.6-million-strong Indian community in the United Arab Emirates . The event,  aimed to celebrate and express gratitude to the Indian commu...

August 1, 2023 7:20 PM

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France to evacuate citizens from Niger after embassy attack

France is preparing to evacuate its citizens from the West African nation of Niger because of anti-French sentiment following last week's coup. It has said, it will also help other European nationals to leave. The coup prompted demonstrations against the former colonial power, with the French e...

August 1, 2023 7:08 PM

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Bouddh Sangha, Indian High Commission celebrate Ashadi Purnima in Bangladesh

High Commission of India in Bangladesh and Bangladesh Bouddha Kristi Prachar Sangha today celebrated Ashadi Purnima in Dhaka On the occasion, High Commissioner Pranay Verma inaugurated a exhibition on Buddhism and teachings of Lord Buddha. In his remarks, the High Commissioner highlighted the signif...

August 1, 2023 7:02 PM

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Myanmar Junta partially Pardons Aung San Suu Kyi

Champion of Myanmar's Democracy Aung San Suu Kyi has been pardoned today in five of 19 charges brought against her by the military Junt after coup in 2021. The amnesty marking an important Buddhist religious day—Dhamma Cakka Day, will reduced her 33 years jail term by six years. The 78-year-old...

August 1, 2023 5:57 PM

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Aung San Suu Kyi pardoned on 5 charges by Myanmar’s military govt

Former Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been pardoned in five of 19 charges brought against her by the military. The pardon, part of a seasonal amnesty, will reduce her 33-year jail sentence by six years. Former President Win Myint, who was ousted along with Ms Suu Kyi, also received a reduced ja...

August 1, 2023 5:54 PM

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UNESCO says Venice should be added to heritage danger list

The UN's cultural agency has said, the iconic Italian city, Venice should be added to a list of world heritage sites in danger. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in its report said, the city is at risk of irreversible damage from overwhelming tourism,...

August 1, 2023 5:17 PM

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20 killed, 19 missing after heavy rain in China

At least 20 people were killed and 19 are missing after heavy rains lashed Beijing and surrounding provinces in China. State media said, heavy downpours submerged roads in Beijing and deluged neighbourhoods with mud. This comes as Storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, swept northwards over China af...