Tuesday, April 16TRUSTED FEARLESS INTERNATIONAL & NATIONAL NEWS PORTAL

Business

15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Kuwait’s Emir Names Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al Sabah As Prime Minister

Kuwait's Emir appointed Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah as the new prime minister on Monday, as per the state news agency KUNA. This decision follows the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Sabah al-Salem al-Sabah in April, shortly after being designated to form a government. Sheikh Ahmad's appointment came after the election of a new parliament, the fourth since December 2020. According to KUNA, Sheikh Ahmad, born in 1952, has an extensive background in finance and government. He obtained a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance (Banking and Investment) from the University of Illinois in 1976. His career includes positions at Kuwait's Finance Center and the Central Bank of Kuwait. He later served as chairm...
Read More
15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

‘Spoke To Chirag 30 Mins Before’: Brother of Indian Killed In Canada Details Shock

Days after Chirag Antil, a 24-year-old Indian, was shot dead in Canada, his brother has said that they had been on call with each other until half an hour before the killing. Speaking to The Indian Express, Romit also detailed the uncertainty surrounding the circumstances of Chirag’s murder. Chirag was found dead in his car late Friday night, outside the apartment he shared with friends. The Vancouver Police Department said officers responded to reports of gunshots at the scene around 11 pm on April 12. Upon arrival, they discovered Chirag’s lifeless body inside the vehicle. Romit told The Indian Express that, during the call, Chirag told him that he was about to go out for a party with his friends in Vancouver city. It was 10.30 pm, he said, adding that...
Read More
15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Australia: Multiple Injured In Church Stabbing Incident Near Sydney, Second Attack In 3 Days

Several individuals sustained injuries in a stabbing incident at a church in Australia's Walkley, located approximately 30 km west of Sydney's central business district, as confirmed by police authorities on Monday. A male suspect has been apprehended and is currently cooperating with the ongoing police investigation, according to a statement released by law enforcement. The injured individuals suffered "non-life-threatening" wounds and are currently receiving medical treatment from paramedics, police officials stated. In a post, the NSW Police Force stated, "A police operation is underway in Wakeley, following reports of a stabbing. Officers attached to Fairfield City Police Area Command attended a location on Welcome Street, Wakeley following reports a...
Read More
15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Iran-Israel Tension Soars: US Reaches Out To Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Amid Middle East Cris

Washington: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday reached out over phone to the foreign ministers of Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Egypt, while Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin had calls with his Saudi and Israeli counterparts, amid signs of an escalating crisis in the Middle East following Iran's strikes on Israel. Iran fired more than 300 drones and missiles at Israel, which Tehran said was in response to the April 1 strike on its consulate in Syria. Almost all Iranian drones and missiles were shot down by Israeli, US and allied forces before they reached their targets. The diplomatic overdrive to fight the crisis came soon after US President Joe Biden had a conference call with G-7 leaders and had separate telephonic conversations with King ...
Read More
15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Oil Prices Slip Marginally As Iran-Israel Conflict Poses Supply Concerns

Oil prices touched red during trade on Monday, as investors turned cautious after the conflict between Iran and Israel escalated majorly over the weekend. Crude prices slipped marginally by 0.24 per cent in the morning, LSEG data revealed. Brent future for June delivery declined 0.2 per cent to touch $90.25 per barrel, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures for May delivery fell 0.4 per cent to reach $85.33 per barrel around 8 AM IST, reported Reuters. Notably, Iran launched an attack involving over 300 missiles and drones on Israel on Saturday, while the Israeli government said that the attack caused limited damage.  The conflict, however, raised concerns about the possible escalation of the conflict in a full-blown regional issue through the regio...
Read More
15Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Israel-Iran Conflict Live: UN Chief Says Middle East ‘On The Brink’ And ‘Can’t Afford More War’

<p><strong>Israel-Iran Conflict Live Updates: </strong>Iran launched its first direct military assault against Israel on Saturday. According to the Israeli military, Iran dispatched over 200 drones laden with explosives towards Israel. Subsequently, Iran declared that it had also deployed significantly more destructive ballistic and cruise missiles.</p> <p>The threat of an Iranian attack on Israel had been looming following an airstrike earlier in the month, widely attributed to Israel, which obliterated Iran's consulate in Syria, resulting in the deaths of 12 individuals, including two high-ranking Iranian generals. In a statement issued on early Sunday, the Israeli Defence Forces reported that the "vast majority" of missiles launched by Iran we...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

G-7 leaders say Iran attack on Israel risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation; UNSC convenes emergency meeting

Washington, Apr 14 (PTI): Unequivocally condemning in the strongest terms Iran’s direct and unprecedented attack against Israel, the G-7 leaders on Sunday said the development risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation even as permanent members of the UN Security Council announced to convene an emergency meeting on the issues in New York. “With its actions, Iran has further stepped toward the destabilisation of the region and risks provoking an uncontrollable regional escalation. This must be avoided. We will continue to work to stabilise the situation and avoid further escalation,” G-7 leaders said in a joint statement after a conference call among them initiated by President Joe Biden. The US assisted Israel in shooting down dozens of dron...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Air India Temporarily Suspends Flights To Tel Aviv Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

New Delhi: In the wake of the Israel-Iran tensions, Air India on Sunday decided to temporarily suspended flights to Tel Aviv. According to an official, the direct flights between Delhi and Tel Aviv will be suspended for now. Notably, Air India operates four weekly flights between the national capital and Israeli city. Air India, owned by the Tata Group, has resumed its services to Tel Aviv on March 3, marking the end of a nearly five-month hiatus. The suspension of flights to and from Tel Aviv began on October 7, 2023, following a Hamas attack on the Israeli city. Air India, Vistara Flights To Avoid Iranian Airspace Indian carriers Air India and Vistara have announced their decision on April 13 to avoid flying from Iranian airspace, citing escalating ten...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Indian Student Shot Dead In Canada’s Vancouver, Police Say ‘No Arrests Made’ So Far

A 24-year-old Indian student, Chirag Antil, who had travelled to Canada in 2022 for higher education, was found shot dead in his car. The Vancouver Police Department revealed that officers responded to reports of gunshots around 11 pm on April 12. Upon arrival at the scene, they discovered Antil's lifeless body inside a vehicle. The Vancouver Police Department, in a press release, stated, "No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing." The circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear, with police refraining from confirming any connections to gang activity. Notably, the unfortunate event occurred in close proximity to the route designated for Saturday's Vaisakhi parade and festival, news agency PTI reported. Const. Tania Visin...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Indian Mission In Israel Issues Fresh Advisory Amid Iran-Israel Tensions

New Delhi: The Indian mission in Israel on Sunday issued a fresh advisory following a series of attacks on the Jewish State by Iran, where hundreds of projectiles were launched. The unprecedented assault, comprising 330 missiles and drones, was reportedly in retaliation to an alleged attack by Israel on a diplomatic installation of Iran in Damascus, resulting in casualties including two top commanders. In response to these developments, the Indian mission urged all Indian nationals in Israel to remain calm and adhere to safety protocols stipulated by local authorities, as per the important advisory posted on social media handles. Embassy of India in Tehran has activated additional helpline numbers. For any assistance, please contact the Embassy at:...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Amir Sarfaraz Tamba, Man Behind Indian Prisoner Sarabjit Singh’s Murder, Shot Dead In Pakistan

New Delhi: Amir Sarfaraz Tamba, an accused in the murder of Indian death row prisoner in Pakistan Sarabjit Singh and a close associate of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror outfit founder Hafiz Sayeed, was killed by unidentified gunmen in Lahore on Sunday, official sources said. Tamba was attacked by motorcycle-borne assailants in the Islampura area of Lahore in Pakistan and was rushed in critical condition to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, the sources said. Singh, 49, died of cardiac arrest in Jinnah Hospital Lahore in the wee hours of May 2, 2013, after being comatose for nearly a week following a brutal assault by inmates including Tamba, inside the high-security Kot Lakhpat jail. ALSO READ | Pakistan: Militants Kill 11 People In Latest Terr...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Google Contract Reportedly Shows Deal With Israel Defense Ministry, Might Be More Than Just For

Google has been providing cloud computing services to the Israeli Ministry of Defense, and there are indications that the partnership was set to deepen during Israel’s conflict in Gaza, as revealed in a document seen by TIME. According to the document, the Israeli Ministry of Defense has its dedicated entry point, termed as a “landing zone,” within Google Cloud. This secure access allows the ministry to utilise Google's computing infrastructure for data storage, processing, and accessing AI services. In a draft contract dated March 27, 2024, the ministry sought consulting support from Google to expand its usage of Google Cloud. The objective was to enable "multiple units" within the ministry to leverage automation technologies. The contract outlined Goog...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

What Happened In Damascus On April 1? Airstrike Behind Iran’s First Direct Attack On Israel 

Iran-Israel Conflict: On Monday, April 1, Iranian state TV showed visuals of smoke and dust rising from rubble of a building with the Iranian flag hanging from a pole amid the debris. Iran claimed the building was its embassy in the Syrian capital of Damascus, it was flattened after an airstrike by Israel. It vowed a retaliation as the attack killed at least 13 people, mostly its military advisers and senior commanders, as reported by the international media.  Israel had been on a high alert since, and Iran’s Saturday attack on the country was on expected lines, even though unprecedented. While Iran has for decades backed Hezbollah in Lebanon, which has launched strikes on Israel several times in the past, this was the first time Iran has attacked Israel...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Iran-Pakistan Goods Train Derails In Balochistan: ‘Terror Attack Not Ruled Out’

A goods train carrying chemicals to Pakistan from the Iranian border town of Taftan derailed in Balochistan province on Saturday. Rail operations between the two nations were suspended in light of the derailment, with the authorities saying a terror angle could not be ruled out in the derailment. According to a PTI report, the accident occurred near the Tozgi station in Balochistan. The Quetta-bound cargo train, with a few passenger coaches attached, was carrying phosphate, a report in the Pakistani daily Dawn said. The derailment, it added, caused significant damage to the locomotive and some other wagons. Pakistan Railways spokesperson Amir Baloch told the media that the derailment occurred around 70 kilometres from Taftan and that they were not ruling...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Israel Intercepted 99% Of Iranian Rockets, 7-year-old Girl Severely Injured: Ambassador Gilon

Ambassador of Israel to India Naor Gilon on Sunday said that a seven-year-old girl from south of Israel was severely injured after she was hit by a shrapnel in Iran's retaliatory assault. Iran on Saturday launched hundreds of missiles and drones at Israel in its first direct attack on Israeli territory. Speaking on the attack, Gilon said that Iran is the financer, trainer of Hamas and has been fighting a proxy war with Israel. Gilon further said that Iran has fired nearly 331 rockets of different kinds since Yesterday, but the Israeli forces have successfully intercepted 99% of them. "Since October, Israel has been in a de facto proxy war with Iran. Iran is a financier and trainer of Hamas, Houthis, Hezbollah...all of them are fighting with us...What hap...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

How Israel’s Defence System Responded To Iran’s Air Strike: WATCH

Israel’s defence system swiftly responded to an unprecedented Iranian attack late Saturday night. The Israeli army announced on Sunday that Iran’s extensive attack on Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles has successfully “foiled”, with 99 per cent of the hostile projectiles intercepted. Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, a spokesperson for the Israeli military, confirmed the same in a televised statement, AFP reported.  Saturday night brought tensions to Tel Aviv as Tehran launched a significant wave of attack drones and missiles from its territory towards Israel. For the first time in history, the Jewish state found itself under direct attack by the Islamic Republic of Iran. With air raid sirens blaring across the country, the military of Israel sprang ...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Israel-Iran Conflict Live Updates: Iran Warns Of More Attacks ‘If Required’, Says UN Failed

Israel-Iran Conflict Live Updates: Iran initiated its first-ever direct assault on Israel late Saturday, firing a large number of explosive drones and missiles. This offensive was a direct response to an Israeli strike on an Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1, which killed at least 13 people, among them two senior officers of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. In a subsequent statement on Sunday, US President Joe Biden denounced Iran's actions and announced plans for a G7 meeting to discuss a collective diplomatic strategy. “Tomorrow, I will convene my fellow G7 leaders to coordinate a united diplomatic response to Iran’s brazen attack,” he declared. In the aftermath of the April 1 consulate attack, Iran had promised retribution against Israel. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamen...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Israel-Iran Tensions: UN Calls Emergency Meet, Tehran Warns Of ‘Stronger’ Response — Top Points

Iran carried out an “unprecedented” drone and missile assault on Israel in response to an earlier strike on its consular building in Syria’s Damascus. The attack, comprising over 200 drones and missiles, targetted the Israeli position and has raised tensions in the Middle East region amidst the ongoing conflicts and crisis in Gaza. Here’s What We Know So Far:  The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corp (IRGC) has claimed the responsibility for firing dozens of missiles at Israeli targets in retaliation for an attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1. This has marked Iran’s first direct attack on Israeli territory. According to Reuters, the attacks commenced at around 20:00 GMT on Saturday. Explosions reverberated across Israeli cities,...
Read More
14Apr By source belowNo Comments
Business

Why Iran Launches Drone And Missile Strike On Israel?

Iran launched a missile and drone attack on Israel late Saturday. "The regime in Iran sent a massive swarm of over 200 killer drones, ballistic missiles and cruise missiles," stated Israel's Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari. US, UK, and Jordanian forces intercepted Iranian drones. US President Joe Biden has vowed "ironclad" support for Israel against Iranian attacks. Taking to X, Biden stated: "I just met with my national security team for an update on Iran's attacks against Israel. Our commitment to Israel's security against threats from Iran and its proxies is ironclad." Why Iran Attacked Israel? Tensions between Iran and Israel escalated amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. Iran has been backing Hezbollah fighters in Lebanon, who have launched multiple strikes...
Read More