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23 Sep 2022
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Arabia: Huge gold, copper deposits discovered in Medina city
The gulf nation of Saudi Arabia has discovered large deposits of gold and copper in the holy city of Medina, an official release said this week.
23 Sep 2022
Pakistan NewsRaging malaria: Flood-ridden Pakistan mulls importing mosquito nets from India
While Pakistan stands inundated due to severe floods, stagnant water has caused a malaria breakout as authorities are battling a lack of infrastructure.
22 Sep 2022
IranMahsa Amini death: Iran restricts internet as anti-hijab protests spread
Iranian authorities restricted internet access on Wednesday as mass protests against the government are growing following the death of Mahsa Amini, who was detained last week for allegedly wearing the hijab loosely.
22 Sep 2022
New York CitySuitcases full of body parts found inside New York apartment
In a gruesome development, the New York Police found suitcases filled with human body parts and blood at a Brooklyn apartment this week.
21 Sep 2022
LeicesterEngland: Mob gathers outside Hindu temple, communal tensions rise
A mob of 200 people, purportedly belonging to the Muslim community, assembled outside a Hindu temple in Smethwick, England on Tuesday, reports said.
21 Sep 2022
RussiaRussia-Ukraine crisis: Putin announces partial military mobilization
Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Vladimir Putin that this is not the time for war, the Russian President announced that his military will commence partial mobilization from Wednesday.
20 Sep 2022
United States of AmericaThis US city will give Rs. 9.5L to homeless citizens
In a unique solution to solve its rising homelessness problem, the city of Denver in the United States of America will be providing the destitute with $12,000 (roughly Rs. 9.5 lakh) per year.
20 Sep 2022
BhutanThe historic Trans Bhutan Trail reopens after 60 years
The iconic Trans Bhutan Trail that dates back to the 16th century is reopening after 60 years and is all set to welcome travelers from September 28, 2022.
20 Sep 2022
Summer seasonEarth experienced 6th warmest July and August in 143 years
If you felt the mercury levels this year were just too high, fret not, you weren't alone.
19 Sep 2022
IranIran: Protests after woman 'arrested' over 'improper hijab' dies
Widespread protests were held in Iran after the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini following her arrest by the country's "Morality Police" for "improperly" wearing the hijab.
19 Sep 2022
LeicesterUK: Communal tensions rise in Leicester days after India-Pakistan match
The United Kingdom reportedly witnessed a "large scale" and "serious" disorder in Leicester between the Hindu and Muslim communities over the weekend.
19 Sep 2022
MonkeypoxChinese health official's 'discriminatory' warning over monkeypox sparks outrage
A top Chinese health official sparked controversy by issuing a bizarre warning following the detection of the first monkeypox case in mainland China on Saturday.
19 Sep 2022
Queen Elizabeth IIQueen Elizabeth II's funeral today at Westminster Abbey in London
The state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II will be held at Westminster Abbey in London on Monday, bringing 11 days of national mourning across the United Kingdom to an end.
18 Sep 2022
Popular Front of IndiaPFI terror case: NIA raids 40 locations in Telangana, AP
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) raided 38 locations in Telangana and two in Andhra Pradesh on Sunday in a case related to the Popular Front of India (PFI), accused of promoting terrorist activities.
18 Sep 2022
Droupadi MurmuPresident Murmu reaches London, will attend Queen's funeral on Monday
President Droupadi Murmu arrived in London on Sunday to attend the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
18 Sep 2022
JapanSuper typhoon 'Nanmadol' approaches southwest Japan, millions told to evacuate
Over four million people have been ordered to evacuate in the Kyushu region as a super typhoon, named Nanmadol, is set to hit southwest Japan on Sunday, reported national broadcaster NHK.
18 Sep 2022
FATFUN: China blocks US-India proposal to blacklist Pak-based 26/11 plotter
China on Thursday blocked a proposal moved by the United States (US) and backed by India at the United Nations (UN) to designate Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander Sajid Mir as a global terrorist.
16 Sep 2022
LondonChinese delegation banned from seeing Queen Elizabeth's coffin in parliament
The United Kingdom has refused permission for a Chinese government delegation to attend Queen Elizabeth's lying-in-state, causing a new diplomatic rift with Beijing.
16 Sep 2022
Shanghai Cooperation OrganizationSCO begins today: Modi to meet Putin, uncertainty regarding China
The 22nd Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit is set to commence on Friday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
15 Sep 2022
World Health OrganizationCOVID-19 end 'in sight', deaths lowest since March 2020: WHO
In a significant development, the World Health Organization (WHO) chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Wednesday announced that the number of coronavirus fatalities globally last week was the lowest documented in the pandemic since March 2020.
15 Sep 2022
Queen Elizabeth IILondon: Royal guard faints near coffin during Queen Elizabeth's lying-in-state
A royal guard reportedly collapsed during the late Queen's lying-in-state in Westminster Hall in London, United Kingdom.
15 Sep 2022
KenyaKenya: Elephants, stuck in mud for 2 days, finally rescued
For two elephants in Kenya, a mere water drinking trip turned into a near-death experience as they got stuck in a pool of mud.
15 Sep 2022
UzbekistanSCO Summit: Modi to meet Putin; talks with China unclear
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to arrive at Samarkand, Uzbekistan on Thursday evening for the 22nd Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, which is the first in-person summit since the pandemic.
15 Sep 2022
Volodymyr ZelenskyyUkraine: President Zelenskyy meets with car accident, addresses nation later
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday met with an accident when his car collided with another vehicle in the capital city of Kyiv.
14 Sep 2022
LondonPresident Droupadi Murmu to visit UK for Queen Elizabeth's funeral
President Droupadi Murmu will be visiting the United Kingdom to attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II from September 17-19.
14 Sep 2022
United KingdomCan't bear this bloody thing: Leaky pen frustrates King Charles
King Charles III, the newly declared ruler of the United Kingdom, erupted in rage after a pen spilled during a signing ceremony.
13 Sep 2022
AustraliaAustralia: Kangaroo kills 77-year-old man who had it as pet
In a shocking incident, a 77-year-old man was reportedly killed by his pet kangaroo in Australia earlier this week, the local police said on Tuesday.
13 Sep 2022
IndiaIndia raises issue of Sri Lankan Tamils at UNHRC
India raised concerns regarding the ethnic issue of Tamils in Sri Lanka in its statement at the 51st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) in Geneva on Monday.
11 Sep 2022
Tsunami7.6 magnitude earthquake rocks eastern Papua New Guinea
An earthquake of magnitude 7.6 hit eastern Papua New Guinea on Sunday morning which caused landslides, cracked up roads, and damaged buildings in the coastal town of Madang.
10 Sep 2022
EnglandHow Queen Elizabeth's family rush to side of ailing monarch
The Buckingham Palace on Thursday issued an unprecedented medical bulletin saying Queen Elizabeth II was under medical supervision but "remained comfortable" at her Scottish retreat hours before her demise.
10 Sep 2022
United KingdomCharles III formally proclaimed King of United Kingdom
Charles III was officially declared King of the United Kingdom (UK) on Saturday in a ceremony at St. James's Palace in London.
10 Sep 2022
Queen Elizabeth IIKing Charles III vows lifelong service, pays tribute to mother
King Charles III on Friday paid a heartfelt homage to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, and promised to serve people for the rest of his life.
09 Sep 2022
IndiaIndia, China to finish disengagement in Ladakh by Monday: MEA
India and China will finish the disengagement process in the Gogra-Hotsprings in eastern Ladakh by Monday, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
09 Sep 2022
Prince CharlesKohinoor crown may go to Camilla after Queen Elizabeth's death
Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning queen, died on Thursday at the age of 96.
09 Sep 2022
Queen Elizabeth IIHow 'Queen Consort' Camilla emerged from Princess Diana's shadow
The second wife of King Charles III was once called a "Rottweiler" by Princess Diana, but is now the Queen Consort of the United Kingdom.
09 Sep 2022
United KingdomPassport, anthem, coins to change as King Charles takes over
The United Kingdom is all set to see big changes as King Charles III takes over the reins after the death of his mother and Britain's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II.
09 Sep 2022
United KingdomKing Charles to address UK as nation mourns Queen's death
The new monarch of the United Kingdom, King Charles III, is all set to address the nation mourning the loss of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
09 Sep 2022
London#NewsBytesExplainer: What is Operation Unicorn, Queen Elizabeth's funeral plan
With Queen Elizabeth II (96) passing away at her Highlands residence, Balmoral Castle in Scotland on Thursday evening, instead of London, her funeral plans will begin with Operation Unicorn and eventually follow Operation London Bridge.
08 Sep 2022
United KingdomUK: Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96
Queen Elizabeth II, the oldest and longest-serving monarch of the United Kingdom, passed away at her Scotland home on Thursday evening.
08 Sep 2022
Prince WilliamUK: Queen Elizabeth under medical supervision, doctors 'concerned' about health
Fears grew in Britain on Thursday after Buckingham Palace informed that Queen Elizabeth II is under medical supervision, and her doctors are reportedly "concerned" about her health.
