Iran says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until conditions are met
Rahnuma:DUBAI: The Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until seven Iranian conditions set out in a June interim agreement with the US are met, Nournews reported Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf as saying on Sunday, a few days after Tehran received Washington’s reply to its diplomatic proposal. “The Americans, who say something different in […]
In a film-like chase, Gujarat cop grabs driver of moving car; four held in Rs 3.70-cr gold loot
Rahnuma:In a film-like chase, Gujarat cop grabs driver of moving car; four held in Rs 3.70-cr gold loot Ahmedabad, Oct 4 (IANS) Gujarat’s Ahmedabad Rural Police and Western Railway Police have arrested four people and recovered the entire property worth Rs 3.70 crore allegedly looted from a passenger at Nadiad railway station, police said on […]
Abu Dhabi’s BAPS Hindu Mandir organises special prayers for injured pilot Machchhar
Rahnuma:Abu Dhabi’s BAPS Hindu Mandir organises special prayers for injured pilot Machchhar Abu Dhabi, Oct 4 (IANS) Special prayers were offered at the BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi for the early recovery of flydubai pilot Captain Smit Machchhar even as the Indian Embassy confirmed on Sunday that he is recovering well. “Swamis and devotees […]
India’s growth trajectory remains strong, global confidence rising: MoSPI Secretary
Rahnuma:India’s growth trajectory remains strong, global confidence rising: MoSPI Secretary New Delhi, Oct 4 (IANS) India’s sustained economic growth is strengthening global confidence in the country’s growth prospects, with the economy recording growth of more than 7 per cent for the third consecutive year, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation Secretary Saurabh Garg said on […]
Ax-wielding FlyDubai co-pilot had been flagged over extremism concerns
Rahnuma:CAIRO: The co-pilot accused of attacking the captain of an Israel-bound flight with an ax and trying to seize the controls was an Omani national who had been barred from flying on his country’s airline because of concerns about extremist views, officials said Saturday. The co-pilot has been identified as Hamam Al-Hammami, according to three […]
Al-Dahami grabs show jumping gold as Saudi Arabia ends Asian Games with 17 medals
Rahnuma:DUBAI: The Saudi delegation participating in the 20th Asian Games, which concluded on Sunday in Japan, has achieved 18th place in the final overall ranking of the tournament with 17 medals, after Ramzi Al-Dahami grabbed a last-day win in show jumping. The four gold, three silver and 10 bronze medals mark the highest tally of […]
Mamata Banerjee condemns assault on Calcutta High Court advocates
Rahnuma:Mamata Banerjee condemns assault on Calcutta High Court advocates Kolkata, Oct 4 (IANS) Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday condemned the assault on Calcutta High Court advocate Shamim Ahmed in Salboni Police Station area of West Midnapore district. Taking to X, Banerjee demanded action against the culprits and asked the administration […]
Saudi tourism facilities expand 18% as hospitality supply grows
Rahnuma:RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s licensed tourism hospitality facilities rose 17.9 percent in the second quarter as the Kingdom continued to expand accommodation capacity, even as hotel occupancy and room rates declined. The number of licensed facilities reached 6,278 in the quarter, up from 5,326 a year earlier, according to the General Authority for Statistics. Serviced apartments […]
Qatar coach Lopetegui praises ‘very strong’ Saudi fans after penalty thriller
Rahnuma:JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia head coach Georgios Donis praised his players for their determination and performance after the Green Falcons secured a place in the Arabian Gulf Cup 27 final with a penalty shootout victory over Qatar. Donis said the Saudi side produced an outstanding display despite being unable to score during the match, which was […]
Ensuring 7th Pay Commission benefits for teachers is Jan Suraaj’s guarantee: Prashant Kishor
Rahnuma:Ensuring 7th Pay Commission benefits for teachers is Jan Suraaj’s guarantee: Prashant Kishor Patna, Oct 4 (IANS) Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) founder Prashant Kishor, participating in the ‘Teacher Dialogue’ programme in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur, said that ensuring 7th Pay Commission pay scale for all categories of teachers in Bihar, before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, is […]
