NEW DELHI: India’s “multi-faceted” relations with GCC countries continue to strengthen in all areas of cooperation, including economic, energy security, culture, strategic and people-to-people ties, Kirti Vardhan Singh, the Minister of State for External Affairs, has assured Parliament. “Gulf countries are major trade and investment partners for India. We also have a strong energy partnership […]
NEW DELHI: India has recently introduced 109 new GM crop seed varieties designed to boost crop yields, withstand changing climates, and improve nutritional value. These seeds, covering both agricultural and horticultural crops, aim to increase farm productivity and, ultimately, farmers’ income. These new genetically modified seed varieties were developed by the Indian Council of Agricultural […]
ABU DHABI: The UAE Government has issued a new law that updates the existing rules on anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism and illegal organisations. This move is part of the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its legal framework to better fight financial crimes. The goal is to ensure the UAE stays in […]
SWITZERLAND: The legendary “King Khan,” Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, took centre stage at the Piazza Grande, the iconic square in the charming Swiss town of Locarno. He attended the 77th Locarno Film Festival, where he was honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award, known as the Pardo alla Carriera or Career Leopard. The square, […]
Shah Rukh Khan was carrying was a rare Hermer fauve-hued Hac a Dos PM backpack at the Mumbai airport. Keep reading to know the price. MUMBAI: Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan flew to Switzerland for the Locarno Film Festival, where he will receive a special award for his career. At Mumbai airport, photographers snapped him […]
DUBAI: As part of World Calligraphy Day celebrations, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library is organizing a discussion panel on “Arabic Calligraphy: Between Creativity and Innovation.” This session aligns with the Library’s strategy to promote cultural and artistic awareness and will be held at 7 PM on Monday, August 12, featuring leading calligraphy specialists. Moderated by […]
ISLAMABAD: The death toll from the monsoon rains that have been ongoing in Pakistan for nearly six weeks has risen to 154. In a statement, the National Disaster Management Authority of Pakistan said that most of the deaths were recorded in the provinces of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. Also read: Hottest oceans in 400 […]
Mumbai: The much-anticipated trailer for the upcoming movie “Martin” was launched in a grand event at PVR Icon, Infinity Mall, Andheri West, that captivated media and fans. The star-studded event created an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation. The film, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker A. P. Arjun, promises to be a high-octane action thriller that […]
MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law that makes cryptocurrency mining legal in Russia. This law brings in new terms like digital currency mining, mining pools, and mining infrastructure operators. It also defines who can run mining pools. In simple terms, mining is now seen as part of the process of using digital […]
WASHINGTON: Human-caused climate change is causing more hot nights for nearly one in three people worldwide, according to a new global study released on Thursday. High temperatures at night can be dangerous because they prevent our bodies from cooling down and recovering from daytime heat. The World Health Organisation (WHO) suggests keeping room temperatures at […]
The scale of participation in SGCA and the diverse representation of countries, affirms Sharjah’s position as a hub for communication professionals in the region and globally. Sharjah: The Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB) has announced a record-breaking surge in registrations for the 11th edition of the Sharjah Government Communication Award (SGCA), with 3,815 entries—a 230% […]
