Over 40,000 Chinese involved in online scams deported from Myanmar

IANS | December 23, 2023 2:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 23 (IANS) Over 40,000 Chinese nationals associated with unlawful online scam groups in Myanmar’s northern Shan state were arrested and deported during a three-month period from early September to mid-December, data from relevant groups indicate, media reports said.

Marchers, arrests spark protests in Balochistan

IANS | December 23, 2023 11:32 AM

Quetta, Dec 23 (IANS) A complete shutter-down strike was observed in Khuzdar, Naal and Wadh town while rallies were staged in Quetta and other parts of Balochistan against the police action on participants in the Turbat long march in Islamabad.

IDF demolishes Hamas leader Deif's house

IANS | December 23, 2023 8:48 AM

Tel Aviv, Dec 23 (IANS) The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced that it has destroyed the house of Mohammed Deif, the military head of the Hamas militant group.

Israel announces death of kidnapped hostage

IANS | December 22, 2023 6:07 PM

Tel Aviv, Dec 22 (IANS) The Israeli community of Kibbutz Nir Oz on Friday announced the death of a 73-year-old resident of their community who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 during the attack.

Delhi Police hold anti-terror mock drill ahead of RD celebrations

IANS | December 22, 2023 10:49 AM

New Delhi, Dec 22 (IANS) In view of the upcoming Republic Day celebrations, a planned anti-terror response exercise was executed in east Delhi, showcasing the seamless coordination among various agencies in the face of a simulated terrorist threat.

Israel advocacy group files legal complaint against Red Cross

IANS | December 22, 2023 10:06 AM

Tel Aviv, Dec 22 (IANS) The Shurat HaDin -- an Israeli advocacy group -- has taken legal action against the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) accusing the humanitarian organisation of inaction over Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza.