India urges its nationals in Qatar to follow guidelines issued by local authorities
Doha, March 6 (IANS) The Indian Embassy in Doha issued a fresh advisory on Friday, urging its nationals in Qatar to follow the guidelines issued by local authorities, especially the Ministry of Interior. The Embassy noted that it is also sharing advisories issued by Qatari authorities on its social media channels. According to the latest […]
Iran President Pezeshkian confirms ‘some countries have begun mediation efforts’
Tehran, March 6 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday said that “some countries” have begun “mediation efforts” to resolve the ongoing conflict with the United States and Israel which also led to the assassination of country’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, last week. “Some countries have begun mediation efforts. Let’s be clear: we are […]
Qatar Energy Minister warns oil could touch $150 in weeks if Iran war continues
New Delhi, March 6 (IANS) Qatar’s Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi has warned that war in the Middle East continuing for a “few days” could cause Gulf exporters declaring force majeure, halting deliveries, pushing oil to $150 a barrel and natural gas to $40 per MMBtu (Metric Million British Thermal Unit) within weeks. “Everybody that has […]
Nepal elections: Prachanda wins as Oli and Gagan Thapa trail
Kathmandu, March 6 (IANS) Former Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ has been elected from Rukum East-1 to the House of Representatives, becoming one of the few top leaders from traditional political parties to secure a win in the elections to the House of Representatives held on Thursday. He secured 10,240 votes to win […]
Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship faces delicate balancing act amid rising tensions: Report
Kuala Lumpur, March 6 (IANS) With growing regional tensions in South-East Asia, the Philippines’ ASEAN chairmanship will be evaluated not by new declarations but by how effectively it can stabilise the bloc through prudent diplomacy, sustain dialogue among fragmented stakeholders, and ensure the forum’s relevance in addressing shared challenges, a report detailed. “As the Philippines […]
US may escort tankers through Strait of Hormuz amid Iran war, says White House
Wednesday, March 5 (IANS) The United States may deploy naval escorts for oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary, the White House have said, as the conflict with Iran raises concerns about global energy supplies and shipping security in one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors. Speaking at a White House […]
Nepal heads to parliamentary polls in first vote since Gen Z protests
Kathmandu, March 5 (IANS) Nepal is set to hold parliamentary elections on Thursday, marking the first nationwide vote since the Gen Z uprising of September last year that shook the Himalayan nation. Voters will elect 275 members to the House of Representatives, the lower chamber of the federal parliament. Of the total seats, 165 lawmakers […]
US says Iran military crippled after 2,000 strikes
Washington, March 5 (IANS) The United States has said its military campaign against Iran had struck more than 2,000 targets and severely degraded Tehran’s missile and naval capabilities, as the White House defended President Donald Trump’s decision to launch Operation Epic Fury. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Wednesday (local time) said the operation, […]
Trump launches AI power pledge with tech giants
Washington, March 5 (IANS) President Donald Trump has unveiled a new initiative aimed at powering the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence in the United States while preventing electricity costs from rising for households, bringing together some of the world’s largest technology companies in what the White House called a “Ratepayer Protection Pledge.” Speaking at a […]
Trump touts AI lead, hits China and Europe on energy
Washington, March 5 (IANS) President Donald Trump has said the United States had taken a clear lead over China in artificial intelligence while accusing Beijing of dominating the global wind turbine market and dumping the equipment in Europe. Speaking during a White House roundtable on the ‘Ratepayer Protection Pledge’ on Wednesday (local time), Trump said […]
