An 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the Kamchatka Peninsula on Wednesday triggering multiple tsunami alerts across the northern Pacific Read Full Article at RT.com Read more
A Pakistani cabinet minister says Islamabad will continue to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar under a 15-year agreement, despite the severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar by Saudi Arabia and some other countries.
Shahid Khaqan Abb
A Pakistani cabinet minister says Islamabad will continue to import liquefied natural gas (LNG) from Qatar under a 15-year agreement, despite the severing of diplomatic ties with Qatar by Saudi Arabia and some other countries.
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi, the federal minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources, said Qatar and Pakistan last year signed a $1 billion agreement, under which Qatar's Liquefied Gas Company Limited will sell LNG from 2016 to year 2031 to state-run Pakistan State Oil.
He said since no sanctions have been imposed on Qatar by the United Nations, Pakistan and Qatar were bound to abide by the agreement.
Qatar has released an initial report into the alleged hack of its state-run news agency, an incident which helped spark a diplomatic crisis between the energy-rich country and Arab nations.
The Qatari Interior Ministry said late Wednesday that the website of the Qatar News Agency was initially hacked in April with "high techniques and innovative methods."
It said hackers installed a file and then published a fake news item attributed to Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, just after midnight May 24.
The ministry did not say who it suspected carried out the attack. It also thanked the FBI and the British National Commission for Combating Crime for assisting it in its investigation.
The alleged fake news item, which had Sheikh Tamim making controversial comments on Iran and Israel, immediately was picked up by Saudi and Emirati media, laying the groundwork for the crisis that began Monday (05.06.2017.)
Kuwait's emir has traveled to Qatar and met that country's leader as part of his efforts to mediate an end to a crisis that's seen Arab nations cut ties to the energy-rich country and attempt to isolate it.
Kuwait's Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah was met planeside by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, when he arrived on Wednesday night.
The two held talks, though details of their discussions were not released. Sheikh Sabah earlier Wednesday traveled to Dubai where he met with Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who also serves as prime minister and vice president of the UAE.
Sheikh Sabah also has traveled to Saudi Arabia in his efforts.
It said hackers installed a file and then published a fake news item attributed to Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, just after midnight May 24.
The ministry did not say who it suspected carried out the attack. It also thanked the FBI and the British National Commission for Combating Crime for assisting it in its investigation.
The alleged fake news item, which had Sheikh Tamim making controversial comments on Iran and Israel, immediately was picked up by Saudi and Emirati media, laying the groundwork for the crisis that began Monday (05.06.2017.)
Kuwait's emir has traveled to Qatar and met that country's leader as part of his efforts to mediate an end to a crisis that's seen Arab nations cut ties to the energy-rich country and attempt to isolate it.
Kuwait's Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Sabah was met planeside by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, when he arrived on Wednesday night.
The two held talks, though details of their discussions were not released. Sheikh Sabah earlier Wednesday traveled to Dubai where he met with Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who also serves as prime minister and vice president of the UAE.
Sheikh Sabah also has traveled to Saudi Arabia in his efforts.
An Air India flight AI 2017 from Delhi to London returned to the terminal on Thursday due to a suspected technical issue in its Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The pilots decided to discontinue the take-off as a precautionary measure. Consequently, Air India arranged an alternative Dreamliner, which departed around 6 pm.
A tragic incident has unfolded in Patna's Janipur locality, where the burnt bodies of two children were discovered in their home. Police have initiated an investigation into the cause of the deaths, which remain unknown at this time. The children's mother is employed as a security guard at AIIMS Patna, while their father works in the Election Commission, according to authorities.
Punjab is gearing up for a massive commemoration of Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary in Sri Anandpur Sahib, starting November 23. The three-day event anticipates over 10 million devotees, including NRIs from across the globe. Preceding the main event, “Mashaal-e-Shahadat Yatras” will begin from Srinagar and various regions of Punjab, converging at Anandpur Sahib.
Arvind Kejriwal, addressing a gathering on Udham Singh's martyrdom day, accused previous governments of ruining Punjab, while praising the Bhagwant Mann-led AAP government's efforts in combating drug smuggling and revolutionizing education. He highlighted the arrest of drug lords, improvements in government schools, and increased electricity supply for farmers.
BJP MP Ravi Kishan has urged the government to regulate food prices, quantity, and quality across Indian eateries, from roadside dhabas to five-star hotels. He highlighted the inconsistency in pricing and portion sizes, using the example of varying samosa prices. Kishan proposed a law to ensure fair value for consumers by standardizing food service practices, similar to packaged food labeling.
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Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Cabinet on Thursday commended federal government forces for what it described as a «brave effort» to repel destabilizing activities in Beled Hawo, a flashpoint town in the Gedo region where fighting has intensified between federal troops and Jubbaland-aligned forces.
The Supreme Court is set to determine the status of Rohingyas in India, prioritizing whether they are refugees or illegal immigrants. This decision will dictate their rights and protections, as well as the justification for potential deportation by the government.
The Election Commission has completed the electoral college list for the upcoming Vice Presidential election in 2025. This follows Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation from the Vice President post. The list includes elected and nominated members of Rajya Sabha and elected members of Lok Sabha. The official notification for the election is expected soon.
A special NIA court acquitted all seven accused in the 2008 Malegaon blasts case, citing lack of evidence. BJP leaders slammed the Congress for fabricating the «Hindu terror» narrative, demanding an apology. Owaisi questioned the probe, while the Congress defended its record, asserting that terror has no religion. Victims' lawyer plans to challenge the acquittal in higher court.
The reported visit comes as Washington and Beijing work to defuse escalating tensions Read Full Article at RT.com
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Denis Shmigal has claimed that 90% of conscription cases go smoothly, calling the media focus on forced recruitment misleading Read Full Article at RT.com
Beijing’s campaign of coercion and fragmentation aims to sabotage Myanmar’s revolution and help preserve junta rule as the guarantor of China’s regional interests.
A woman in Chhattisgarh, allegedly trafficked and coerced into conversion, accuses Bajrang Dal activists of forcing her to give a false statement and claims police mishandled her statement. She asserts she willingly traveled with the nuns for work, while her parents vouch for their innocence. Bajrang Dal denies the allegations, stating CCTV footage will reveal the truth.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah supports Rahul Gandhi's allegations of «poll theft» against the Election Commission, stating that Gandhi possesses evidence. Gandhi plans to protest in Bengaluru on August 5 and present his findings to the Election Commission officials, claiming to have uncovered a systematic method of voter list manipulation in a Karnataka constituency. The Election Commission has refuted Gandhi's accusations.
Enforcement Directorate searched several locations in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The searches relate to a financial fraud case involving Andaman and Nicobar State Cooperative Bank. The agency suspects irregularities in loan disbursements to shell companies. These companies allegedly benefited Kuldeep Rai Sharma, former MP and ANSCB vice-chairman. The entities secured loans exceeding Rs 200 crore through fraudulent means.
Shashi Tharoor voiced serious concerns over Trump's proposed tariffs on India, warning of potential damage to trade relations. He highlighted the unreasonableness of US demands and suggested India should explore diversifying its markets if negotiations fail. Tharoor emphasized India's strong domestic market and its ability to withstand potential trade disruptions, advocating for strong support for negotiators.
Donald Trump's tariff announcement triggered reactions from Indian opposition leaders. Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government's economic policies. Asaduddin Owaisi condemned Trump's actions. Mallikarjun Kharge questioned Modi's silence. Pawan Khera mocked the foreign policy. Shashi Tharoor expressed concerns about trade relations. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questioned Modi's diplomatic efforts. Akhilesh Yadav worried about the economy and employment.
Tanzania has said it will become the continent’s third-largest uranium producer when Rosatom starts operations at the Nyota deposit Read Full Article at RT.com
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Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin noted that Russia positively perceives «the readiness of the Turkish side to provide a platform for negotiations»
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According to Hicheme Lehmici, Valeriy Zaluzhny has never taken a hardline stance on cultural issues and has not openly rejected Ukraine’s cultural diversity, which includes a significant Russian-speaking population
