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May 11, 2024 1:56 PM

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Over 200 killed in flash floods in Baghlan province of Afghanistan

The United Nations today said that in Afghanistan, the death toll due to floods caused by heavy seasonal rains has crossed 200 in a single province. Over 62 people died in the northern province of Baghlan yesterday alone. UN's International Organisation for Migration said, thousands of houses were d...

May 11, 2024 7:12 AM

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‘Swadesh’ brings diverse folk traditions of India to global stage in Dubai

A unique exhibition titled 'Swadesh', showcasing the diverse and vibrant folk and tribal art traditions of India, was held in Dubai. Organised under the banner of Vidisha's Creations, the event aimed to bring greater recognition to the lesser-known art forms from various regions of the country. &nbs...

May 10, 2024 9:06 PM

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UN Warns of Gaza Aid Crisis as Israeli Troops Advance in Rafah

The United Nations today warned that aid for the Gaza Strip could grind to a halt, as Israeli troops took their ground war with Palestinian fighters into Rafah. Israeli tanks captured the main road dividing the eastern and western sections of Rafah which is a key aid corridor for Gaza Strip. Israel ...

May 10, 2024 4:32 PM

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India and Moldova Sign Visa Waiver Agreement for Diplomatic Passports

India and Moldova today signed an agreement in New Delhi on visa waiver for diplomatic and official passports. This agreement will allow holders of diplomatic and official passports of either country to travel to the other, without a visa. External Affairs Ministry, Secretary (West), Pavan Kapoor an...

May 10, 2024 1:48 PM

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Iran releases five of 17 Indian sailors on board seized Israeli-linked vessel

In a diplomatic breakthrough, five of the Indian sailors on board an Israeli-linked vessel seized by Tehran were released and have departed from Iran. The Indian Embassy, while sharing details of their release yesterday, thanked the Iranian authorities for their close coordination with the Embassy a...

May 9, 2024 8:34 PM

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Bank of England Keeps Key Rate Unchanged at 5.25%, Signals Possible Cut in June

The Bank of England has today left the key rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent. The Bank of England said that its Monetary Policy Committee voted 7-2 to keep rates at a 16-year high of 5.25 per cent.   The MPC has now kept rates on hold at six meetings in a row, but it hinted that a first cut since Marc...

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