Chinese projects in Tibet damaging local environment
New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) China is using Tibet as a resource hub to propel its renewable energy campaign, but this is happening at a high cost to the region’s environment and the life of the local population, according to reports. China is building major green infrastructure in Tibet, including large solar projects and the […]
Qatar suspends maritime navigation, marine activities amid heightened security concerns
Doha, July 12 (IANS) Qatar’s Ministry of Transport on Sunday announced a temporary suspension of maritime navigation and all marine activities as a precautionary measure to safeguard public safety. In a statement, the ministry advised owners and users of all maritime vessels, including leisure boats, fishing boats, jet skis, and other watercraft, to temporarily suspend […]
China upgrades flood alert as Typhoon Bavi affects vast regions
Beijing, July 12 (IANS) China’s Ministry of Water Resources on Sunday upgraded its flood warning to yellow, as Typhoon Bavi is forecast to bring heavy rainfall to vast swathes of the country from Sunday to Tuesday. China has a four-tier colour-coded warning system for floods, with red being the most severe, followed by orange, yellow, […]
Measles outbreak in Bangladesh claims five more lives; death toll rises to 758
Dhaka, July 12 (IANS) As many as five children died from measles-like symptoms in Bangladesh in the past 24 hours until 8 a.m. (local time) on Sunday, bringing the combined tally of confirmed and suspected measles-related fatalities to 758, local media reported. The number of suspected measles deaths has climbed to 664, while laboratory-confirmed deaths […]
Africa CDC urges stronger protection measures for Ebola responders
Addis Ababa, July 12 (IANS) The confirmed infection of a US humanitarian worker supporting the ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has added critical urgency to the protection of health responders, the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) said. The Africa CDC said in a […]
Australian media hail PM Modi’s visit, term it ‘good sign for economy and diplomacy’
Canberra, July 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Australia was hailed by the country’s media as a good sign for the economy and diplomacy, given the progress made between the two countries in different facets of their bilateral relationship. Australia’s largest nationally distributed circulation newspaper, ‘The Australian’, said that “Modi’s visit is […]
India declares one-day national mourning on demise of Qatar’s former Amir
New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) India declared one day of national mourning on July 13 following the demise of Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Father Amir of the State of Qatar, who passed away earlier on Sunday. “The Government of India has declared one-day national mourning tomorrow, 13 July 2026, as a mark of […]
Netanyahu’s remarks on India reveal a structural shift and signal defence ties: Report
Jerusalem, July 12 (IANS) Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent remarks about developing alliances with India amid strained relations with the US reveal a structural shift and defence opportunities, a report said on Sunday. Recently, Netanyahu said, “You have to build new alliances and develop new relationships. That’s what I’m doing right now with India”, during […]
Trump mourns ‘unique’ ally Lindsey Graham
Washington, July 12 (IANS) US Senator Lindsey Graham, a powerful Republican voice on national security and one of President Donald Trump’s closest allies, has died after a brief and sudden illness. He was 71. Graham died on Saturday evening, hours after returning from Ukraine, his office said. His family asked for prayers and privacy. Trump […]
PM Modi presents rare tea, handicrafts, decoratives to Indonesia’s President during visit
Jakarta, July 12 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Indonesia, presented rare tea, Indian handicrafts and decoratives to President Prabowo Subianto, representing the artistic elegance of India. PM Modi presented Manohari Gold Tea, one of India’s finest speciality teas, to President Prabowo. The tea showcases the rich tea heritage and craftsmanship of […]
