Gunmen kill 14 people in Afghanistan's Shiite-majority area; 6 wounded
Islamic State claimed responsibility before Taliban acknowledged shootings, which took place on Thursday and targeted Hazara Shiite people as they travelled between provinces of Ghor and Daikundi
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 6:26 PM IST
Nasa to establish Lunar Time Standard to set standard time system for Moon
The proposed lunar time standard is to be based on a weighted average of atomic clocks placed on the Moon. It aims to create a standardised time system for the moon
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 6:06 PM IST
WHO grants first mpox vaccine approval to enhance response in Africa
The pre-qualification of the vaccine by Bavarian Nordic A/S means that donors like GAVI the Vaccine Alliance and UNICEF can buy it but supplies are limited because there's only a single manufacturer
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 4:46 PM IST
'Climate change triggers landslide, sent tremors across Earth for 9 days'
In September 2023, a 1.2 kilometre-high mountain peak in an East Greenland fjord -- a narrow inlet of sea between two steep cliffs -- collapsed, causing a tsunami about 200 metres tall
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 4:41 PM IST
US puts sanctions on Chinese cos for supporting Pak's missile programme
"The United States will continue to act against proliferation and associated procurement activities of concern, wherever they occur," the statement concluded
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 4:29 PM IST
Bali imposes construction freeze to tackle overtourism, protect environment
Bali reportedly deported 340 foreign nationals last year for violations, including illegal activities and inappropriate behaviour
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 2:55 PM IST
US, Lithuania concerned over China's activities in South China Sea
The leaders of two nations underscored the importance of maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait and expressed opposition to any unilateral attempt
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 2:33 PM IST
China raises retirement age, now among youngest in world's major economies
The policy will be implemented starting in January next year, according to the announcement from China's legislature reported by state broadcaster CCTV
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 2:33 PM IST
Russia to expel 6 British diplomats over spying, subversive activities
Starmer said on his way to the US that Britain does not seek any conflict with Russia
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 2:20 PM IST
China's ITU-approved 6G standards set stage for advanced telecom solutions
The new standards address various requirements of the 6G network, including secure content transmission, data updates, and system performance assessment
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 1:41 PM IST
From earrings to witchcraft, Trump-Harris debate fuels conspiracy theories
US Presidential debate: Following the Trump-Harris debate, MAGA supporters ignited a wave of conspiracy theories, alleging hidden earpieces and supernatural manipulations
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 1:38 PM IST
Harvey Weinstein's health delays court appearance amid new charges
The details of the additional charges remain under seal, but they are related to allegations from multiple accusers
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 1:23 PM IST
China's carrot-and-stick tactics on EU nations starting to pay off
China-made EVs exported to Europe rose 38% in 2023 to 656,000 units, including shipments non-EU countries
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 1:03 PM IST
China to raise retirement age as pension pressure mounts on economy
This decision comes as China's pension system, the world's largest with 1.05 billion contributors and beneficiaries, faces significant stress from demographic change
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 12:54 PM IST
History in making: SpaceX mission crew complete first commercial spacewalk
The crew of four on board SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission soared to a record 1,400 km above Earth - the farthest humans have travelled since the Apollo programme over 50 years ago
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 12:49 PM IST
Blackstone mulls selling majority stake in visa, tech firm VFS Global
Considerations are at an early stage and Blackstone may still decide against pursuing a deal, the report said
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 12:47 PM IST
Boeing workers strike after 96% vote for walkout in test for new CEO
The workers' first strike since 2008 will start at midnight Pacific time (0700 GMT) as Friday begins, just weeks after new CEO Kelly Ortberg was brought on in August to restore faith
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 12:15 PM IST
US, British leaders discuss Ukraine's push to ease weapons restrictions
Ukrainian officials renewed their pleas to use Western-provided long-range missiles against targets deeper inside Russia
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 12:12 PM IST
Rajapaksa heir running for prez even after Lankans' ousted powerful clan
Namal Rajapaksa is presenting himself as an agent of change, but many see his bid for presidency as an attempt by the controversial political dynasty to regain power
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 11:57 AM IST
Pope concludes Asia trip, reiterates interfaith tolerance to heal world
Francis presided over a gathering of young people from some of the religious traditions that are present in Singapore
Updated On : 13 Sep 2024 | 11:56 AM IST