Queens of the desert: Saudi camel beauty pageant hit by cheating
It is the largest number of disqualifications since the beauty contest was inaugurated six years ago
December 10, 2021
Indian defence chief cremated in televised military funeral
General Bipin Rawat, 63, was killed along with his wife and 11 military personnel when their helicopter crashed on Wednesday.
December 10, 2021
US wins appeal against block on Assange extradition
US government wants Assange to face trial for WikiLeaks’ publication in 2010 of classified military documents
December 10, 2021
At least 53 migrants killed in Mexico road accident
The migrants were crammed into the truck, civil protection officials told reporters.
December 10, 2021
US to opt for ‘other options’ if Iran nuclear talks fail
The US will have to seek other options if the nuclear talks with Iran fail, said White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki
December 10, 2021
US authorises Pfizer COVID booster for people aged 16 and 17
Move comes amid growing concern over Omicron variant’s ability to overcome immunity conferred by two shots
December 9, 2021
Sharjah announces shift to 3-day weekend
The weekend will run between Friday and Sunday in Sharjah
December 9, 2021
Record number of journalists jailed in 2021 for independent reporting: CPJ
293 media persons were imprisoned worldwide and 24 journalists were killed during the current year because of their work: report
December 9, 2021
Bipin Rawat chopper crash: Cockpit voice recorder of IAF helicopter recovered
Captain Varun Singh is the sole survivor of the crash who is currently under treatment at a military hospital
December 9, 2021
Pfizer/BioNTech says three doses ‘effective’ against Omicron
Pfizer and BioNTech say vaccine “still effective in preventing COVID-19, also against Omicron, if administered three times”
December 8, 2021
Indian defence chief Gen Bipin Rawat among 13 dead in IAF chopper crash
CJCSC Nadeem Raza and COAS Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa express condolences over loss of precious lives in Tamil Nadu crash
December 8, 2021
A brief look at the career of India’s first defence chief Gen Bipin Rawat
After the Indian govt announced the creation of the new post, the tri-service chief was appointed as CDS on December 30, 2019
December 8, 2021
US warns Russia of strong response to attack on Ukraine
The US President Biden and his Russian counterpart Putin had a two-hour-long discussion in order to defuse tension
December 8, 2021
UN fears surge of Afghan refugees as economy nears collapse
The United Nations warned of an imminent crisis in Afghanistan as the country’s economy is on the verge of collapse
December 8, 2021
UAE changes official weekend to Saturday-Sunday
UAE has also announced new working hours; 8 working hours a day on Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 3:30pm
December 7, 2021
In meeting with Secretary Blinken, Malala Yousafzai calls for stronger US support of Afghan women
We discussed the role of girls’ education and how investing in women and girls creates a brighter future, says Blinken
December 7, 2021
Kremlin not expecting ‘breakthroughs’ from Biden-Putin talks
Ahead of Tuesday’s talks, Biden will underscore Washington’s concerns with Russian military activities on the border
December 6, 2021
Coral reefs of western Indian Ocean at risk of collapse: study
Reefs along eastern coast of Africa and island nations like Mauritius and Seychelles face high risk of extinction unless urgent action is taken, study says
December 6, 2021
Putin lauds India with eye on military, energy ties
It is only the Russian leader’s second trip abroad since the coronavirus pandemic began
December 6, 2021
Indonesia volcano death toll rises to 13
Indonesia sits on Pacific Ring of Fire, where meeting of continental plates causes high volcanic, seismic activity
December 5, 2021
Fifth phase of referendum for Sikh homeland being held in UK today
Findings of Khalistan referendum will be shared with United Nations and international bodies to create wider consensus
December 5, 2021
US expresses displeasure over Iran ‘slow walking’ nuclear talks
The US has warned that it wouldn’t let Iran ‘slow walk’ the nuclear talks with the world leaders while accelerating its atomic program
December 5, 2021
Russia witnesses October as deadliest month with 75,000 Covid deaths
Russia has suffered 75,000 deaths in October, making it the deadliest month during the current Covid-19 pandemic
December 4, 2021
Omicron variant: South Africa sees spike in child hospitalisations
Doctors stress it was early to know if children were particularly susceptible of the new COVID-19 variant
December 3, 2021
Biden announces new Covid requirements for travellers to curb infections
US President Joe Biden has announced new testing requirements for travellers and a surge in vaccination efforts as part of efforts to curb coronavirus
December 3, 2021
India announces first two cases of Omicron variant
Omicron, first discovered in southern Africa, represents a fresh challenge to global efforts to battle the pandemic
December 2, 2021
US detects first Omicron case in fully vaccinated traveller
Top health official Anthony Fauci, commenting on the first Omicron case, said wearing facemasks is the best way to stay protected
December 2, 2021
UAE announces free Expo 2020 entry on Dec 2 on account of National Day
A four-day slate of world-class events and immersive Emirati experiences is set to mark the Golden Jubilee of the UAE
December 1, 2021
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