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India’s bid to dilute Israel’s actions in Gaza faces BRICS pushback

India’s bid to dilute Israel’s actions in Gaza faces BRICS pushback

India proposed to soften the language regarding Israel's military action, including airstrikes, in Gaza and Lebanon
New Delhi proposed to remove references to “East Jerusalem” as the capital of a future Palestinian state
Disagreement in language on the West Asian conflict prevented a joint statement of the BRICS

28 April 2026 8:13 AM IST

Oman, Iran discuss navigation security in Strait of Hormuz

Oman, Iran discuss navigation security in Strait of Hormuz

28 April 2026 12:18 AM IST

Saudis, GCC citizens and residents can perform Umrah without Hajj permit until May 3

Saudis, GCC citizens and residents can perform Umrah without Hajj permit until May 3

Crowds increase at the Grand Mosque as residents and GCC nationals use final days before Hajj

28 April 2026 12:11 AM IST

Saudi FM holds talks with Arab counterparts on regional developments

Saudi FM holds talks with Arab counterparts on regional developments

Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a series of telephone calls with leaders of Qatar, Oman and Egypt

28 April 2026 12:06 AM IST

UAE asteroid belt mission enters testing phase ahead of 2028 launch

UAE asteroid belt mission enters testing phase ahead of 2028 launch

The MBR Explorer spacecraft, named after Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, will cover a distance of five billion kilometres...

27 April 2026 11:58 PM IST

Thousands of seafarers stuck in Gulf for weeks amid Hormuz tensions

Thousands of seafarers stuck in Gulf for weeks amid Hormuz tensions

Around 20,000 seafarers remain stranded in the Persian Gulf for weeks as Hormuz tensions disrupt shipping. Vessel...

27 April 2026 8:00 PM IST

Dubai Crown Prince inspects flood-response unit, smart bus station

Dubai Crown Prince inspects flood-response unit, smart bus station

New systems include high-capacity flood pumps to keep roads clear during storms and a contactless transit hub with AI...

27 April 2026 7:14 PM IST

On the heels of Trump’s outreach remark, Iran offers a deal to reopen Hormuz

On the heels of Trump’s outreach remark, Iran offers a deal to reopen Hormuz

Trump articulated a posture that combined ostensible openness with strategic confidence, remarking that Iran could...

27 April 2026 11:13 AM IST

Indian envoy reviews Haj preparations, welcomes first pilgrims in Makkah

Indian envoy reviews Haj preparations, welcomes first pilgrims in Makkah

Officials said coordination with Saudi authorities continues to ensure better facilities for pilgrims

27 April 2026 1:24 AM IST

Babri Masjid ki Amar Kahani

Babri Masjid ki Amar Kahani

31 Jan 2024 8:01 PM IST

Israeli liberals protest against PM Netanyahu’s move to amend the constitution

Israeli liberals protest against PM Netanyahu’s move to amend the...

15 March 2023 1:36 PM IST

Queens funeral: Thousands gather to witness last rites

Queen's funeral: Thousands gather to witness last rites

19 Sept 2022 4:41 PM IST

Putins advisor says a completely disarmed Ukraine is the only solution

Putin's advisor says a completely disarmed Ukraine is the only...

10 May 2022 1:12 PM IST

Pro-Imran Khan Pakistanis protest outside Nawaz Sharifs house in London

Pro-Imran Khan Pakistanis protest outside Nawaz Sharif's house in...

19 April 2022 12:32 PM IST

KSU woman activist injured in SFI attacks in Thiruvananthapuram

KSU woman activist injured in SFI attacks in Thiruvananthapuram

16 March 2022 3:38 PM IST

Russia accused of war crimes in Europe

Russia accused of war crimes in Europe

9 March 2022 4:00 PM IST

Russian brutality in Ukraine: Russia claims it is to de-nazify Ukraine

Russian brutality in Ukraine: Russia claims it is to de-nazify Ukraine

3 March 2022 1:13 PM IST

Saudi makes Hajj permits mandatory, warns violators of strict action

Saudi makes Hajj permits mandatory, warns violators of strict action

The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has made it clear that performing Hajj without authorisation will not be tolerated

26 April 2026 7:56 PM IST

Iran FM Araghchi to revisit Pakistan amid fragile US ceasefire

Iran FM Araghchi to revisit Pakistan amid fragile US ceasefire

Ceasefire holds on day 19 as Trump hails new Iranian proposal; UN warns of global hunger crisis

26 April 2026 12:09 PM IST

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

Iran sets key demands as US envoys head to Pakistan for talks

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said Iran could secure a “good deal” if it agrees to abandon nuclear weapons in...

25 April 2026 8:42 PM IST

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi

Iran Foreign Minister to reach Islamabad for peace talks with US

A US logistics and security team is already present in the Pakistani capital.

24 April 2026 8:14 PM IST

visit visa to UAE

UAE travel plan made easier as Al Manama Travels offers free visas for children

Parents applying for visas can access discounted rates, with 30-day and 60-day options priced at Dh389 and Dh549

27 April 2026 10:25 AM IST

ZayOnline launches ‘Pay Half’ offer with kitchen cleaning combo at AED 21.50

ZayOnline launches ‘Pay Half’ offer with kitchen cleaning combo at AED 21.50

Promotion is currently available for a limited period

27 April 2026 9:50 AM IST

Will the US stop the war it started?

Will the US stop the war it started?

Trump, who has been constantly shifting his goals and demands in the war since the beginning, has since come to a stage...

24 April 2026 9:28 AM IST

A Glimpse into pictures by Danish Siddiqui

A Glimpse into pictures by Danish Siddiqui

18 July 2021 5:11 PM IST

Light snow, rain likely in Kashmir and Ladakh

Light snow, rain likely in Kashmir and Ladakh

6 Feb 2021 5:46 PM IST

Forceful mass eviction made Dalit lives in Chennais Thangavel street miserable and homeless [In Gallery]

'Forceful' mass eviction made Dalit lives in Chennai's Thangavel...

27 Jan 2021 7:01 AM IST