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3 Terrorists, 4 Soldiers Killed In Gunfight In Pakistan

3 Terrorists, 4 Soldiers Killed In Gunfight In Pakistan

Press Trust of India | Sunday October 01, 2023, Karachi

At least three terrorists belonging to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan were killed while four Pakistani soldiers lost their lives in a gunfight in the country's restive Balochistan province, according to an official statement.

"No British Soldiers Will Be Sent To Fight In Ukraine," Says UK PM Rishi Sunak

"No British Soldiers Will Be Sent To Fight In Ukraine," Says UK PM Rishi Sunak

Reuters | Sunday October 01, 2023, Manchester

There are no immediate plans to deploy military instructors to Ukraine, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Sunday, rowing back from comments by his defence minister who had suggested troops could carry out training in the country.

Watch: Nitin Gadkari Receives Traditional 'Maharashtrian' Welcome At Prague Airport

Watch: Nitin Gadkari Receives Traditional 'Maharashtrian' Welcome At Prague Airport

Asian News International | Sunday October 01, 2023, Prague

Notably, Mr Gadkari is on an official tour to the Czech Republic on October 2, where he will participate in the Ministerial session on Road Safety at the 27th World Road Congress in Prague.

Royal Family Website Faces Cyber Attack By Russian Hackers: Report

Royal Family Website Faces Cyber Attack By Russian Hackers: Report

Edited by Ritu Singh | Sunday October 01, 2023

Russian hacker group Killnet has claimed responsibility for the cyber attack.

Indian-Americans Have Made A Mark For Themselves In US: Top Biden Official Neera Tanden

Indian-Americans Have Made A Mark For Themselves In US: Top Biden Official Neera Tanden

Press Trust of India | Sunday October 01, 2023, Washington

Indian-Americans have made a mark for themselves in the US and under President Joe Biden the community members are throughout the administration, a top White House official has said.

Former PM Robert Fico Opposed To Ukraine Aid Wins Slovak Elections

Former PM Robert Fico Opposed To Ukraine Aid Wins Slovak Elections

Agence France-Presse | Sunday October 01, 2023, Bratislava

A Slovak populist party that wants to stop military aid to Ukraine and is critical of the EU and NATO will be tasked with forming a new government after winning elections.

"Woman Must Accept Man's World," Says Taliban Minister: Report

"Woman Must Accept Man's World," Says Taliban Minister: Report

Asian News International | Sunday October 01, 2023, Kabul

Taliban-appointed acting minister of Higher Education, Neda Mohammad Nadim emphasized that based on Sharia, men and women are not equal, reported TOLO News.

Bangladesh Bars Former PM Khaleda Zia From Going Abroad For Life-Saving Treatment

Bangladesh Bars Former PM Khaleda Zia From Going Abroad For Life-Saving Treatment

Agence France-Presse | Sunday October 01, 2023, Dhaka

Bangladesh on Sunday blocked ailing key opposition leader and two-time former premier Khaleda Zia from travelling abroad for life-saving medical treatment, an official and supporters said.

Republican House Speaker Faces Ouster Threat For Avoiding Shutdown: Report

Republican House Speaker Faces Ouster Threat For Avoiding Shutdown: Report

Reuters | Sunday October 01, 2023, Washington

Top US House Republican Kevin McCarthy could face an untimely end to his role as speaker after a hardline critic within his own party called for a vote to oust him, after passing a stopgap funding bill that drew more support from Democrats.

Iraq Wedding Fire That Killed 100 Caused By 'Gross Negligence': Probe

Iraq Wedding Fire That Killed 100 Caused By 'Gross Negligence': Probe

Reuters | Sunday October 01, 2023, Baghdad, Iraq

A fire that swept through a crowded wedding hall in a northern Iraqi town killing more than 100 people was blamed on "gross negligence" and lack of safety measures, the results of a government investigation into the disaster said.

European Union Condemns Turkey Parliament Attack, Expresses Solidarity

European Union Condemns Turkey Parliament Attack, Expresses Solidarity

Asian News International | Sunday October 01, 2023, Brussels

Sweden's Foreign Minister also condemned the suicide attack while affirming his country's commitment to its long-term partnership with Turkey.

"Waiting For 40 Years, No Longer...": Erdogan On Joining European Union

"Waiting For 40 Years, No Longer...": Erdogan On Joining European Union

Agence France-Presse | Sunday October 01, 2023, Ankara

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Sunday that his country "no longer expects anything from the European Union, which has kept us waiting at its door for 40 years".

Migrant Boat With Just Messy Pile Of Belongings Washes Ashore In Israel

Migrant Boat With Just Messy Pile Of Belongings Washes Ashore In Israel

Reuters | Sunday October 01, 2023, Jerusalem

A rubber boat washed up on a beach in Israel on Sunday with no one on board, only what appeared to be the belongings of would-be migrants.

''Clearly Targeted'': Man, Woman Shot To Death While Walking Dog In New York

''Clearly Targeted'': Man, Woman Shot To Death While Walking Dog In New York

Edited by Ritu Singh | Sunday October 01, 2023

The suspect allegedly fired six shots at them and then ran away, police said.

Video: Terrorist Gets Out Of Car, Blows Himself Up Near Turkey Parliament

Video: Terrorist Gets Out Of Car, Blows Himself Up Near Turkey Parliament

NDTV News Desk | Sunday October 01, 2023

Footage from a security camera captured the moment a "terrorist attack" took place near Turkey's parliament in Ankara on Sunday leaving two police officers injured.