Pakistan: Entry to parks and playgrounds banned as Lahore AQI crosses 1000 again

IANS | November 8, 2024 4:52 PM

Lahore, Nov 8 (IANS) After having already shut down schools till November 17, Pakistan Punjab's provincial government on Friday ordered a complete ban on the people's entry to public and private parks, zoos, playgrounds, historical places, monuments, museums and joy/play lands effective immediately due to the massive deterioration of air quality in the region, especially in provincial capital Lahore which remains the world's most polluted city.

Australia Today responds after Canada blocks EAM Jaishankar's press meet

IANS | November 8, 2024 12:45 PM

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) In the wake of the Canadian government's decision to block the social media platforms of Australian news outlet Australia Today, the organisation issued a statement on Friday, reiterating its commitment to delivering critical news and diverse perspectives to the public.

LoP Rahul Gandhi writes to Trump, Harris after US poll results

IANS | November 8, 2024 12:12 PM

New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi wrote to both the United States (US) President-elect Donald Trump and the outgoing Vice-President Kamala Harris after the recent US election results were declared. While he congratulated Trump for his stunning win, Rahul Gandhi also praised Harris for her leadership and dedication to unity.

Putin says ready to speak with 'courageous' Trump

IANS | November 8, 2024 3:49 AM

Moscow, Nov 8 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has congratulated Donald Trump on winning the US election, saying that he was ready to speak with the "courageous" incoming US President.