Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) The United States has effectively blocked Iranian oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz while allowing millions of barrels of crude from other countries to reach global markets, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said, describing the strategy as part of Washington's efforts to weaken Tehran's economy without disrupting international energy supplies.
Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) The World Bank Group has launched its first comprehensive digital strategy, placing artificial intelligence, affordable internet access and job creation at the centre of its development agenda as 1.2 billion young people prepare to enter the workforce in developing countries over the next 10 to 15 years.
Washington, Oct 20 (IANS) US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will begin his India visit in Mumbai on Tuesday with a tribute to the victims of the 2008 terror attacks and talks with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, before heading to Reliance’s refining hub in Jamnagar, as Washington signals that a long-awaited trade deal with New Delhi is within reach.
Lyon (France), Oct 20 (IANS) Young French tennis star Felix Balshaw held his nerve to earn a milestone victory in front of his home fans at the Grand Prix Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes in Lyon on Monday.
New Delhi, Oct 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday praised para-athlete Nishad Kumar for his versatility, determination and sporting excellence after he won a gold medal in the men's long jump T47 at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, and said he was "very proud" of him.
Noida, Oct 19 (IANS) Delhi Dynamites secured their place in the final of the Volleyball Champions League (VCL) after defeating Ayodhya Garjan in the first semifinal at the Noida Indoor Stadium in Noida on Monday.
Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) While the Mumbai Police was quick to arrest all three accused in the Tiger Shroff firing case, it is important to note how meticulously the attack was planned.
Mumbai, Oct 19 (IANS) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, arrived in Mumbai on Monday on an official visit, reflecting close and regular engagement between India and the UAE, the Ministry of External Affairs said.
Madrid, Oct 19 (IANS) Real Betis confirmed on Monday that their Colombian international striker Cucho Hernandez sustained a calf injury during their match against Barcelona at the weekend.
Dushanbe, Oct 19 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday met Tajik counterpart Colonel General Emomali Sobirzoda on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of Government Meeting and discussed defence cooperation with emphasis on capacity building and training.
