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‘No winners’ in war where thousands of children killed: UN
The committee said armed conflict harmed children first and foremost, and had lifelong effects on their physical and mental health, their development and ultimately the enjoyment of all their rights.
WHO says thousands in Gaza need medical help
Ambulances transported wounded residents out of the Palestinian enclave for urgent medical care in neighbouring Egypt.
Myanmar junta bombs town on China border for second day
The strikes come as the military battles an alliance of armed groups across a northern region that is home to Chinese investment and where the junta says it has lost ground.
Anti-incumbency yes, but MNF will win: Zoramthanga
He described Zoram People’s Movement, which is expected to give MNF a tough challenge, as a “khichdi” party but counted it as MNF’s main rival.
Israel-Hamas war: UN warns current aid system for Gaza ‘geared to fail’
UNICEF chief Catherine Russell told the council that her agency believes "the true cost of this latest escalation will be measured in children's lives.
Cyprus proposes to establish a sea corridor to deliver a stream of vital humanitarian aid to Gaza
“Cyprus is offering the geographical location, the infrastructure and the political will for this proposal to proceed,” the official said.
Working to avoid ‘war’ with Israel: Lebanon PM Najib Mikati
Najib Mikati said he feared an escalation, with the border skirmishes stoking concerns that Lebanon's powerful Iran-backed Hezbollah movement, a Hamas ally, could open a new front with Israel.
Hurricane Otis death toll rises to 48, 36 missing as search and recovery work continues
Otis roared ashore early Wednesday with devastating 165 mph (266 kph) winds after strengthening so rapidly that people had little time to prepare.
Russia President Putin says US behind ‘deadly chaos’ in Middle East
"It is the current ruling elites of the US and their satellites who are the main beneficiaries of world instability," Putin said in televised comments.
One dead, several injured after Bangladesh opposition rally against PM Hasina turns violent
On Friday, during a protest against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Opposition BNP attacked the Chief Justice's house along with other government properties.
1984 anti-Sikh riots case: 39 years on, no end to trauma
In due course of time, the Central government in a notification issued on May 8, 2000 appointed Justice Nanavati Commission of Inquiry to submit its report on the riots.
Trump promises to revive Muslim ban, gets slammed by White House
In 2017, at the start of Trump's presidency, he imposed sweeping restrictions on the entry of travellers from Iran, Libya, Somalia, Syria, Yemen and, initially, Iraq and Sudan.
Pope’s meeting on church future says it’s ‘urgent’ to guarantee governance roles for women
The final text noted Francis had significantly increased the number of women in high-ranking positions in the Vatican and said the same should occur in local churches.
1,440 artefacts to be repatriated from US soon
“Largescale activities are going on on this front. The US is keen to return 1,440 antiquities, which are with their provincial museums.
Medics warn Israel is bombing around Gaza hospital
The medical organisation in a statement said that the Israeli army deliberately continues to launch rockets directly near Al-Quds hospital with the aim of forcing medical staff evacuate the hospital
ODI World Cup 2023: Teams win matches, crowd hearts at Chepauk
The Knowledgeable Crowd and their love for the sport was at the forefront through the Chennai leg of the tournament
12 killed in plane crash in Brazilian Amazon
The plane, a single engine Cessna Caravan, came down near the airport of Rio Branco shortly after takeoff, the government of the northwestern state of Acre said in a statement.
Afghan onions likely to flood market as traders place bulk import orders
Besides onion, 20-25 trucks of other perishable commodities, including grapes, pomegranate and apples, 10-15 trucks of dry fruits,
Power games: Government deputes top officers to save 8 navy men
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trusted diplomat Deepak Mittal is spearheading India’s efforts to help eight former Indian Navy personnel,
UN warns of ‘potential for thousands more to die’ in Gaza
Israel's army relentlessly hammered Gaza on Saturday after a fierce overnight bombardment that rescuers said destroyed hundreds of buildings.
