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September 29, 2026 10:28 AM

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World Heart Day observed today to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases

Today is World Heart Day. The day is observed every year on 29th of September to raise public awareness about cardiovascular diseases, their prevention and their global impact.   In a social media post, Union Health and Family Welfare Minister JP Nadda has said that the day reminds people to re...

September 29, 2026 8:07 AM

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US waives tariff on specialty drugs imported from India and 19 other countries

The US will not charge any tariff on certain speciality drugs and associated ingredients used for the treatment of rare medical conditions imported from India and 19 other countries. The US Commerce Department published the list of countries in the Federal Register as it prepares to impose a 100 per...

September 28, 2026 8:58 PM

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Iran Files Formal Protest With ICAO Over US Restrictions on Iranian Aviation

Iran has filed a formal protest with the UN aviation watchdog, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) against US restrictions on Iranian aviation, as Tehran seeks to restore suspended flight routes. Iranian Civil Aviation Organization chief Abuzar Shiroudi talking to country's state media ...

September 28, 2026 6:25 PM

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Russian attacks kill at least six, wound 53 across several Ukrainian cities

At least six civilians have been killed and 53 others wounded in Russian attacks across several Ukrainian cities as fighting continues on the front lines. Ukrainian officials said three people were killed and eight wounded in the Kyiv region, while another three people were killed in a drone strike ...

September 28, 2026 5:00 PM

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Four Killed, 12 Missing After Avalanche Hits Mount Himlung Base Camp in Nepal

In Nepal, at least four people lost their lives and 12 others are missing after an avalanche struck the base camp of Mount Himlung in mountainous Manang district. According to Manang’s Chief District Officer Mukti Prasad Khanal, the bodies of four people have been recovered from the site. Two bodies...

September 28, 2026 1:59 PM

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60-member Indian Armed Forces contingent departs for KAZIND-2026 in Kazakhstan

A 60-member Indian Armed Forces contingent departed for Oskemen in Kazakhstan to participate in the ninth edition of the India-Kazakhstan Joint Military Exercise KAZIND-2026. The Defence Ministry said that the exercise aims to enhance interoperability and strengthen the joint capability of both forc...

September 28, 2026 10:54 AM

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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reaches Doha to attend AIIB Annual Meeting

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has reached Doha in Qatar to participate in the 11th Annual Meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the AIIB Investors Dialogue 2026. The Annual Meeting will bring together member delegations, policymakers and other stakeholders from a...

September 28, 2026 8:55 AM

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Torrential rain, floods and landslides claim 21 lives in Nepal

In Nepal, 21 people have been killed, five remain missing and five others have been injured following four days of torrential rainfall, flooding and landslides.   According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, or NDRRMA, landslides accounted for the majority of the casua...

September 27, 2026 10:09 PM

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Viksit Bharat Run brings Indian Community together in Dubai

In Dubai, the Indian Consulate is organising a series of programmes as part of Seva Pakhwada to promote the spirit of service, community participation and national commitment. On Sunday, the Indian community came together in great strength for the Viksit Bharat Run 2026. The fitness run was organise...