Category: International

Putin, Obama likely to meet at APEC summit

Moscow, Nov 17 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin could hold a meeting with his American counterpart Barack Obama at Friday's…

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US dollar climbs on Fed officials’ comments

New York, Nov 17 (IANS) The US dollar increased against most major currencies as Federal Reserve officials' hawkish remarks bolstered…

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Oil prices decline on US inventory surge

New York, Nov 17 (IANS) Oil prices declined on Wednesday in volatile trading as the US reported a 7.7-per cent…

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US stocks trade mixed amid data

New York, Nov 17 (IANS) US stocks traded mixed in the morning session on Wednesday, as investors mainly focused on…

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Kerry talks about India thrice at UN climate meet

By Vishal Gulati Marrakech, Nov 17 (IANS) US Secretary of State John Kerry on Wednesday mentioned India thrice in his…

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India bats for adequate, predictable climate finance

By Vishal Gulati Marrakech, Nov 16 (IANS) India on Wednesday batted for easy access to adequate and predictable climate finance…

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Trump’s views may change, Paris pact will last: Kerry

By Vishal Gulati Marrakech, Nov 16 (IANS) US Secretary of State John Kerry on Wednesday said that President-elect Donald Trump's…

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Trump’s views on climate change may change, says Kerry

By Vishal Gulati Marrakech, Nov 16 (IANS) US Secretary of State John Kerry on Wednesday said he hopes President-elect Donald…

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China urges US, South Korea to not deploy missile system

Beijing, Nov 16 (IANS) China urged the United States and South Korea on Wednesday to stop deployment of an advanced…

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Pope highlights children’s rights at general audience

Vatican City, Nov 16 (IANS/AKI) Families and institutions have a duty to ensure children's welfare, protection and education, Pope Francis…

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Russia pulls out from the International Criminal Court

Moscow, Nov 16 (IANS) The Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday ordered Russia to withdraw from the International Criminal Court,…

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IFC supports pioneering solar power complex in Morocco

Marrakech, Nov 16 (IANS/MAP) The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has agreed to a…

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Event in Hong Kong to commemorate Sun Yat-sen’s birth anniversary

Hong Kong, Nov 16 (IANS) A large-scale event commemorating the 150th anniversary of Sun Yat-sen's birth was held in Hong…

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Indian official thanks 17-year-old hacker for pointing out web flaws

By Arul Louis New York, Nov 16 (IANS) An Indian External Affairs Ministry official has thanked a 17-year-old hacker who…

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Sri Lanka launches plan to address sexual violence

Colombo, Nov 16 (IANS) Sri Lanka on Wednesday launched a national action plan to address sexual and gender-based violence. The…

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Paris Agreement gets $55 mn push from developed nations

By Vishal Gulati Marrakech, Nov 16 (IANS) The implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement on Wednesday got a major boost…

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Former French minister to run for Presidency

Paris, Nov 16 (IANS) Former French Economy Minister Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday said he will join the 2017 presidential race…

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Sartaj Aziz to visit India, hints at easing tension

Islamabad, Nov 16 (IANS) Pakistan?s foreign policy chief, Sartaj Aziz, has said he will travel to India early next month…

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Mayor resigns after racist Michelle Obama post

Washington, Nov 16 (IANS) The mayor of Clay in West Virginia has resigned and another county official is out following…

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‘Bangladeshi Taka 2 note sought after by Indian drug addicts’

Dhaka, Nov 16 (IANS) Due to high demand by Indian drug addicts, the Bangladeshi two Taka note is being smuggled…

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