Global wind power set to grab record share of electricity market: Maguire LITTLETON: Global wind-powered electricity generation could set a new record in 2024, as winter sets in throughout... Published 24 Oct, 2024 01:43pm
World Antony Blinken heads to Hamas mediator Qatar on Gaza truce push RIYADH: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken heads Thursday to key Hamas mediator Qatar as he seeks momentum to end... Published 24 Oct, 2024 11:42am
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World US to impose ‘strong new sanctions’ aimed at Russia: Yellen WASHINGTON: The United States is set to announce “strong new sanctions” as early as next week, with targets... Published 22 Oct, 2024 09:20pm
World India ex-official charged in US murder plot had been arrested in Delhi attempted murder case NEW DELHI: A former Indian government official charged in the United States this week for allegedly directing a... Published 19 Oct, 2024 06:07pm
World India seeks critical mineral agreement with US, hopes for a trade pact, minister says NEW DELHI: India’s trade minister on Saturday said the country has sought a critical mineral partnership agreement... Published 19 Oct, 2024 05:50pm
World US charges ex-Indian intelligence official in foiled Sikh separatist murder plot WASHINGTON: The United States has charged a former Indian intelligence officer for allegedly directing a foiled plot... Updated 18 Oct, 2024 11:20pm
World India prepares to build two nuclear-powered attack submarines at cost of around $5.4bn NEW DELHI: India approved on Wednesday plans to construct two of a new class of nuclear-powered attack submarines,... Updated 10 Oct, 2024 07:09pm
World Attack damages ship off Yemen coast: UK maritime agency DUBAI: A ship was struck and damaged by an “unknown projectile” in the Red Sea, a British maritime agency said on... Published 10 Oct, 2024 10:53am
Sports Australia’s world No.7 Green wants women to play Presidents Cup SYDNEY: Australian major winner Hannah Green has called for women to play in the Presidents Cup to make it more... Published 03 Oct, 2024 11:12am
World US press freedom under unprecedented pressure ahead of election, CPJ report finds NEW YORK: The safety of journalists in the United States is no longer a given as members of the media face a slew of... Published 03 Oct, 2024 07:59am
World Yemen’s Houthis claim missile attack on Israel SANAA: Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Wednesday said they had fired cruise missiles “deep inside” Israel,... Published 02 Oct, 2024 02:13pm
World Death toll from powerful storm Helene tops 150 in US WASHINGTON: The death toll from powerful storm Helene, which battered the southeastern United States, has climbed to... Published 02 Oct, 2024 12:40pm
World Japan PM Ishiba expressed desire to strengthen US alliance in first call with Biden TOKYO: Japan’s new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said on Wednesday he wanted to strengthen his nation’s alliance... Published 02 Oct, 2024 11:42am
World Iran launches salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel, warns against response Israel military says Iran attack will have consequences Updated 01 Oct, 2024 11:40pm
World US pledges new funds at anti-IS coalition gathering WASHINGTON: The United States, seeking to bolster the global coalition against the Islamic State jihadist group,... Published 30 Sep, 2024 10:47pm
World Pentagon warns Iran against expanding conflict WASHINGTON: The US military said on Sunday it was increasing its air support capabilities in the Middle East and... Published 30 Sep, 2024 07:06am
World US charges three Iranians over Trump campaign hack WASHINGTON: The United States unveiled charges Friday against three individuals as it accused Iran of election... Published 28 Sep, 2024 07:16am
Markets India will not buy from Russia’s sanctioned Arctic LNG 2 project, oil secretary says NEW DELHI: India will not buy liquefied natural gas (LNG) produced from Russia’s Arctic LNG 2 project, which is... Published 27 Sep, 2024 12:15pm
World Donald Trump to meet Zelenskiy after criticizing Ukrainian leader Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Friday after... Published 27 Sep, 2024 11:36am
World Hurricane Helene hits Florida as one of the largest storms to strike Helene roared ashore Florida’s Big Bend region as one of the most powerful storms to hit the United States, with... Published 27 Sep, 2024 11:23am
World US to waive visas for Qatar, in first for Arab country WASHINGTON: The United States said Tuesday it will waive visa requirements for citizens of Qatar, making the close... Published 25 Sep, 2024 06:00pm
World Trump briefed on alleged assassination threats by Iran, his campaign says Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump was briefed on Tuesday by US intelligence officials on alleged... Published 25 Sep, 2024 11:15am
World Vladimir Putin was joking about support for Harris in US election, says foreign minister MOSCOW: Russian President Vladimir Putin was joking when he said Moscow was supporting Democratic candidate Kamala... Published 21 Sep, 2024 03:36pm
World Shanghai hit by second typhoon days after historic storm SHANGHAI: Roads and neighbourhoods in Shanghai flooded on Friday as the Chinese megacity was battered by a second... Published 20 Sep, 2024 11:24am
Print US-Pak ties vital for regional stability, security: Biden WASHINGTON: US President Joe Biden has said that the relationship with Pakistan remained vital for regional... Updated 20 Sep, 2024 08:54am
World Departing NATO chief to warn US, Europe against ‘isolationism’ BRUSSELS: Outgoing NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg was to warn the United States and Europe against “isolationism” in... Published 19 Sep, 2024 02:54pm
World US decision on Nippon bid for US Steel pushed back until after election WASHINGTON: The US national security panel reviewing Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion bid for US Steel let the companies... Published 18 Sep, 2024 08:49am
World US backs Philippine over China despite reef pullout WASHINGTON: The United States said Monday it backed Manila’s freedom of navigation in the South China Sea after a... Published 17 Sep, 2024 12:23am
World US committed to Bangladesh’s economic growth, to give $202mn more in aid DHAKA: The United States is committed to supporting Bangladesh’s inclusive economic growth, institution building and... Published 15 Sep, 2024 03:40pm
Satellite photos show Israel hit Iran former nuclear weapons test building, missile facilities, researchers say