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Italy to spend 14 bn euro on energy aid package
Rome: In his last formal act before national elections later this month, Italy's Prime Minister Mario Draghi and his cabinet approved a 14-billion-euro package aimed at cushioning the impact of spiking energy prices on companies.
The…
Azerbaijan declares end to military actions near Armenian border
Ankara: Azerbaijan has wrapped up a military operation on the border with Armenia, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday, citing his ally, Azeri President Ilham Aliyev.
"Azerbaijan has declared an end to an operation it…
Varanasi endorsed as first ever SCO tourist and cultural capital
Samarkand: The SCO member countries on Friday endorsed Varanasi as the first ever SCO tourist and cultural capital during the upcoming year 2023.
Briefing on the SCO Summit, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said, "Prime Minister Modi thanked…
Pakistan names pacer Afridi in ICC Men’s T20 WC squad, Zaman side-tracked
Lahore: Shaheen Shah Afridi, the ace pacer, is set to return from injury during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Australia as Pakistan named their 15-member squad for the tournament on Thursday.
Afridi had missed the Asia Cup after being…
Motto for Today: ‘An educated mind is one that can entertain a thought without accepting…
This is Your Day-TODAY: Take a Determined Step Forward and Make History!
On this day, Sept. 15 ... ....
1795 - Dutch East India controlled Cape Colony (present day South Africa) surrenders to Britain.
1846 - Jung Bahadur Rana…
Swedish PM loses election and majority, offers resignation
STOCKHOLM: Sweden's Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson announced her resignation on Wednesday after election loss.
Andersson, also leader of the ruling Social Democratic Party, conceded defeat at a press conference on Wednesday following…
Talks on with India to restructure Sri Lanka debt
Colombo: Lazard, the external debt advisory firm selected by Sri Lanka to help restructure its debt, has commenced discussions with India, China and Japan.
Lazard has been hired to hold discussions with bilateral and other debt holders.…
DHL chain to invest Rs 4,000 cr in India to boost capacity, workforce & sustainability
Mumbai: DHL Supply Chain, a part of DPDHL Group of Germany, announced on Wednesday an investment of Rs 4,000 crore in India over next five years to significantly grow its warehousing capacity, workforce and sustainability initiatives in the…
Japan’s oldest man dies in Nara at 112
Tokyo: Mikizo Ueda, who was the oldest Japanese man, died at the age of 112 in the city of Nara recently, the local government said Tuesday.
The supercentenarian resident of Nara was born in May 1910. Following Ueda's passing away on Sept.…
Over 62 lakh people in Sri Lanka facing food insecurity
Colombo: Over 6.2 million people in Sri Lanka are facing severe food insecurity, and the situation is expected to worsen unless the problem is tackled by social assistance and livelihood support mechanisms, the United Nations Food and…
Motto for Today: ‘A leader is characterized by his will and capacity to rally the group to a…
This is Your Day-TODAY: Take a Determined Step Forward and Make History!
On this day, Sept.12...
1624 - 1st submarine tested on the Thames, London. (The concept of underwater combat has roots deep in antiquity. There are images of men…
Sri Lanka beat Pak to crown Asia Cup title 6th time
Dubai: (BD Naarayannkar-UNI) Wanindu Hasaranga's all-round performance gave something to cheer about for crisis-ridden people back home as Sri Lanka lifted Asia Cup by beating Pakistan by 23 runs in the final at Dubai International Stadium…
Charles III proclaimed King amidst Trumpets and 3 Cheers
London: Charles III was formally proclaimed King at an elaborate ceremony at St James' Palace by a the Accession Council on Saturday.
Prince Charles Philip Arthur George is now Charles III, the BBC quoted the proclamation as saying.
The…
Helicopter crashes in Afghanistan, 3 killed
KABUL: A helicopter of the Afghan army crashed on Saturday, killing three including the pilot and co-pilot, and injuring five others, the Defense Ministry confirmed in a statement. Five people sustained injuries in two blasts that rocked…
Rs 50,000 cr FDI in UP by two dozen foreign companies
Lucknow: Owing to the sustained efforts of the Yogi Adityanath government in creating an investor-friendly environment in the state to boost industrial development, Uttar Pradesh has become the first choice of foreign investors.
Additional…
Motto for Today: ‘A leader is a dealer in hope.’
This is Your Day-TODAY: Take a Determined Step Forward and Make History!
On this day, Sept.10.... ....
1846 - Elias Howe of Spencer, Massachusetts, received a patent for his hand-cranked sewing machine. Isaac Singer patented one five…
Prince Charles to be anointed as King of Britain and Com’wealth today
LONDON: Britain's King Charles III on Friday pledged "lifelong service" in his first address to the nation and the Commonwealth after assuming the throne following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday.
"Throughout her…
Sri Lanka quicky Hasaranga shines in last match, rout Pak by 5 wkts.
Dubai: Wanindu Hasaranga on Friday picked up three crucial wickets and hit the winning runs to beat Pakistan by five wickets in the last and inconsequential Asia Cup Super 4 tie at the Dubai International Stadium ahead of the most-awaited…
Double rainbow seen over palace shortly after Queen’s demise ‘mesmerizing’
London: A double rainbow that appeared over the Buckingham Palace minutes after Queen Elizabeth II's death was announced and the public gathered outside to pay their respects, have left many across the globe mesmerized.
Social media has…
Asia Cup: Kohli’s 122 no, Bhuvi’s 5/4 help India thrash Afghanistan
Dubai: Virat Kohli's maiden T20 ton of 122 not out and Bhuvaneshwar Kumar's 5/4 helped India to beat Afghanistan by 101 runs in Asia Cup Super 4 at Dubai International Stadium here on Thursday.
Afghanistan was never in the game.…
