New delhi/Chennai, (UNI) Amid rising concerns over increasing COVID cases in Singapore and Hong Kong, which is said to be not life threatening, Union Health Minister J P Nadda allayed the fears of the public and reviewed the situation at a High Level Meeting on Emergency Health Systems Preparedness to prevent spread in India. An…
Jerusalem, May 19 (UNI) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Sunday a decision to lift the blockade on Gaza to allow the entry of limited aid, as international criticism mounts over the severe humanitarian crisis in the enclave. In a statement, Netanyahu’s office said Israel will allow the entry of a “basic” quantity of food…
New Delhi, May 13 (UNI) In a significant travel disruption, both Air India and IndiGo have announced the cancellation of flights to several northern and western Indian cities for Tuesday, citing “latest developments” and prioritising the safety of passengers. On Tuesday, national carrier Air India announced the cancellation of all flights to and from Jammu,…
Tripoli, May 13 (UNI) Violent clashes erupted on Monday in the Libyan capital Tripoli between rival armed factions, amid reports of the death of Abdul-Ghani al-Kikli, known as Ghaniwa, who headed the Stability Support Department affiliated with the Presidency Council. Local media reported that al-Kikli was killed inside the headquarters of the 444 Brigade, which…
Aizawl, (UNI) In the wake of a civil defence mock drill conducted in Aizawl on May 7, the remaining ten districts of Mizoram are actively preparing to conduct similar exercises and launch awareness campaigns on public safety protocols in the event of potential air raids, amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. Deputy commissioners across…
Washington, May 10 (UNI) Amid escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone conversation on Friday with Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, urging both nations to pursue de-escalation and offering US assistance in facilitating constructive dialogue to prevent further conflict. According to a statement attributed…
Ayodhya (UP), May 9 (UNI) In the wake of the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan, the security arrangements of Ram Lalla seated on Shri Ram Janmabhoomi here in Ayodhya have been tightened further, a senior officer said here on Friday. While talking to the reporters in the Police Line Auditorium here, Senior Superintendent of…
New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) Pakistan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs on Friday appealed to international partners for an urgent financial assistance, citing heavy losses inflicted by the “enemy” in an escalating war scenario, and a crashing stock market. The Economic Affairs Division of the government posted on X: “The government of Pakistan appeals to international…
New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) In the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, several states have ramped up security measures and placed emergency services on a high alert to deal with any eventuality. In Punjab, the state government has initiated a comprehensive review of emergency arrangements in the border districts. As per the…
New Delhi, May 9 (UNI) The remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has been suspended indefinitely in the wake of escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border, reliable sources confirmed on Friday. While an official statement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is awaited, all ten franchises and key stakeholders…
