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90433 | nan | Yahoo Entertainment | Sultan Khalid | 20 Countries with the Cheapest Gas Prices | In this article, we are going to discuss the 20 countries with the cheapest gas prices. You can skip our detailed analysis of the global oil and gas market, ... | https://finance.yahoo.com/news/20-countries-cheapest-gas-prices-065849499.html | https://media.zenfs.com/en/insidermonkey.com/1a637fdb4a960a5110215303de974ec2 | 2023-10-17 06:58:49.000000 | In this article, we are going to discuss the 20 countries with the cheapest gas prices. You can skip our detailed analysis of the global oil and gas market, the reason why gas is so cheap in the U.S.… [+10779 chars] | Oman | nan |
90434 | nan | Marketscreener.com | Publicnow | Omani Qatari Telecommunications SAOG : Ooredoo Enables Customers to Support Communities Affected by the Morocco Earthquake and Libya Floods | (marketscreener.com)
Muscat, Oman
Committed to representing the ethical values of its customers, Ooredoo enabled them to donate to fundraising appeals for those affected by the recent natural disasters in Morocco and Libya. Ooredoo teamed up with the… | https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/OMANI-QATARI-TELECOMMUNIC-7558317/news/Omani-Qatari-Telecommunications-SAOG-Ooredoo-Enables-Customers-to-Support-Communities-Affected-by-45018849/ | 2023-10-09 11:02:02.000000 | Muscat, Oman
Committed to representing the ethical values of its customers, Ooredoo enabled them to donate to fundraising appeals for those affected by the recent natural disasters in Morocco and Li… [+1469 chars] | Oman | Muscat, Oman Committed to representing the ethical values of its customers, Ooredoo enabled them to donate to fundraising appeals for those affected by the recent natural disasters in Morocco and Libya. Ooredoo teamed up with the Oman Charitable Organisation and Dar Al Atta'a to get more financial aid into the affected countries and support organisations providing effective humanitarian assistance on the ground. Donating by text is an easy and impactful way to support non-profit organisations helping others in need and crisis, no matter where they are. Ooredoo raised awareness about the appeals through all of its digital channels, including the Ooredoo App, and sent text messages to its customers to support Oman Charitable Organisation and Dar Al Atta'a in raising funds. Customers who want to donate OMR 1 to support those in need in Libya and Morocco, can text the name of the country, Morocco or Libya, to the five-digit text message numbers: 90001 for Dar Al Atta'a and 90909 for Oman Charitable Organisation. Both Dar Al Atta'a and Oman Charitable Organisation are non-profit and well-established charitable organisations that cooperate with third parties and are able to play an essential role in caring for those affected. Each donation will support their efforts to make a difference, and will be directed to where the need is greatest. Committed to being a company with a purpose beyond profit, Ooredoo considers the text donations initiative part of its Goodwill programme. Goodwill is the company's Corporate Social Responsibility strategy to create a positive, measurable, and sustainable impact on people's lives, livelihoods, and the economy. Attachments Disclaimer Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company SAOGpublished this content on09 October 2023and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. Distributed byPublic, unedited and unaltered, on09 October 2023 11:01:08 UTC. |
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90436 | nan | Marketscreener.com | nan | Fluxys Belgium : and OQ Gas Networks (OQGN) start a strategic cooperation in Oman to develop low-carbon energy infrastructure | (marketscreener.com)
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Brussels/Muscat - Today, Fluxys and OQGN signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly explore a strategic cooperation in the development of hydrogen and CO2 infrastructure projects in Oman.
Today was also the day o… | https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/FLUXYS-BELGIUM-SA-10741632/news/Fluxys-Belgium-and-OQ-Gas-Networks-OQGN-start-a-strategic-cooperation-in-Oman-to-develop-low-car-45136459/ | 2023-10-24 14:34:03.000000 | [Link]
Brussels/Muscat - Today, Fluxys and OQGN signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore a strategic cooperation in the development of hydrogen and CO2 infrastructure projects i… [+1811 chars] | Oman | [Link] Brussels/Muscat- Today, Fluxys and OQGN signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly explore a strategic cooperation in the development of hydrogen and CO2infrastructure projects in Oman. Today was also the day of the first listing of the OQGN shares at the Muscat Stock Exchange in Oman. Fluxys has acquired a 4.9% stake in OQGN as an anchor investor as part of the stock market introduction of OQGN. Fluxys and OQGN are both frontrunners in decarbonisation projects and they share the same key strategic focus on accelerating theenergy transition. OQGN is committed to the development to renewable energy and decarbonisation infrastructure in Oman, supporting the country to swiftly become a renewablehydrogenexport hub. Fluxys is committed to connecting new low-carbon energy sources into Europe. Fluxys and OQGN can leverage on an impressive, combined expertise in an array of key domains driving the infrastructure business in the energy transition. [Link] About OQGN OQGN holds a natural monopoly over critical gas transportation infrastructure in Oman as the exclusive owner and operator of the Natural Gas Transmission Network (NGTN). OQGN aims to champion the management and development of the NGTN through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Company prioritizes maintaining high standards of operation and maintenance, which is reflected in OQGN's operational track-record, having delivered 99.99% gas availability over the last 10 years and recorded no gas supply interruptions in 2022. OQGN's health and safety record is also a testament to its commitment to applicable occupational health and safety standards. OQGN actively considers the interests of society at large and the economic development of Oman in the course of its operations and strives to maximize its engagement in and contribution to communities in Oman and supporting the Government's efforts towards environmental sustainability. For more information about OQGN, please visit:https://oqgn.om/ Attachments Disclaimer Fluxys SApublished this content on24 October 2023and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. Distributed byPublic, unedited and unaltered, on24 October 2023 14:33:43 UTC. |
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90503 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | Iran Army unveils Kaman-19 drone in large-scale drill | The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has for the first time put into practice the Kaman-19 (Bow-19) drone during a large-scale drone drill. | https://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/library/news/iran/2023/iran-231003-irna01.htm | nan | 2023-10-04 09:04:50.000000 | IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency
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Tehran, IRNA -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has for the first time put into practice the Kaman-19 (Bow-19) drone during a large-scale drone dri… [+1484 chars] | Oman | IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency Oct 3, 2023 Tehran, IRNA -- The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has for the first time put into practice the Kaman-19 (Bow-19) drone during a large-scale drone drill. According to Brigadier General Alireza Sheikh, the spokesman of the military exercise, the electronic warfare units of the four forces of the army carried out electronic warfare practices during the drill. Sheikh said the electronic warfare units practiced disrupting the communication of drones with their ground base as well as electronic disruption of attacking drones. "Also, in this phase of the exercise, an airborne operation to disrupt drone communication was successfully carried out by Ababil-4 and Kaman-19 drones," he added. Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, the deputy chief of the Iranian Army for Coordination, said nearly 200 drones cover the strategic waters of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman in the south as well as in the northern, eastern and western areas within the country's territories. "In this phase of the drill, Chamorosh, Yasir, Sadeq, Pelican, Ababil-3, Ababil-4, Ababil-5, Kaman-12, Yazdan, Mohajer-2, Mohajer-6 drones were flown from different parts of the country, observed and identified targets, and guarded and monitored the desired areas in land, air and sea borders, as well as international waters," he explained. Sayyari added that maintaining and improving combat readiness is one of the inevitable principles of the Islamic Republic of Iran Army and will be achieved by such exercises throughout the year. 4354**7129 |
90437 | nan | Marketscreener.com | nan | Omani Qatari Telecommunications SAOG : Ooredoo Organises Event for Small Businesses Across Oman to Support Them in Thriving in a Digital World | (marketscreener.com)
Muscat, Oman
Ooredoo takes a tailored approach to meeting the digital needs of every business, including the small-office home-office segment and small and medium enterprises . Creating an opportunity for face-to-face customer en… | https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/OMANI-QATARI-TELECOMMUNIC-7558317/news/Omani-Qatari-Telecommunications-SAOG-Ooredoo-Organises-Event-for-Small-Businesses-Across-Oman-to-S-45197789/ | 2023-10-31 12:13:05.000000 | Muscat, Oman
Ooredoo takes a tailored approach to meeting the digital needs of every business, including the small-office home-office (SoHo) segment and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Creating… [+2176 chars] | Oman | Muscat, Oman Ooredoo takes a tailored approach to meeting the digital needs of every business, including the small-office home-office (SoHo) segment and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Creating an opportunity for face-to-face customer engagement, Ooredoo organised an event focused on supporting the growth of the attending businesses, including those registered with the SME Development Authority. "Smaller businesses collectively form an important driving force in Oman's economy. They are risk takers and we aim to provide targeted support to boost their competitive edge further," said Saoud Al-Riyami, Acting Chief Business and Wholesale Officer at Ooredoo. "We ensure that everyone stays connected with scaleable and cutting-edge products and services. In this context, our countrywide 5G network and the Internet of Things have been creating new momentum in the digital business-to-business market." During the event, Ooredoo showcased its latest highly innovative and flexible business-to-business (B2B) products, services, and mobile solutions tailored to the needs of the SME and SoHo market segments. This included a presentation about Maktabi, the consolidated one-stop communication solution which boosts productivity and connectivity, and was recently upgraded with Microsoft 365, CCTV, and Tally Solutions. The telco also presented the Huawei Smart Screen, IdeaHub, allowing guests to engage and interact with the screen. Guests were presented with exclusive offers as Ooredoo gave a 50% discount to Riyada cardholders on Fixed and Shahry Mobile plans, and there was even a raffle draw and practical and fun giveaways. Businesses were able to connect and discuss opportunities and challenges, the event also involved a number of inspiring speakers. Monther Al Mamari, Chairman of Omni Digital Experience (Omni DXP) and former CEO of Data2Cloud, an Ooredoo Company, delivered a motivational speech. Further inspirational talks were given by Wasan Almalki, Co-Founder of the Elite Reality Agency, BMTEL, and Empower You, and Founder of The Yard Park, as well as by Moosa Al Hadhrami, Co-Founder and CEO of the Perfect Reflection Company where they shared their SME success stories and explained how they overcame challenges and leveraged opportunities. For more information on Ooredoo's extensive solutions for businesses, visitwww.ooredoo.om/Business. Attachments Disclaimer Omani Qatari Telecommunications Company SAOGpublished this content on31 October 2023and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. Distributed byPublic, unedited and unaltered, on31 October 2023 12:12:11 UTC. |
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90445 | nan | Bangkok Post | Post Reporters | PM urges all Thai workers to leave Israel while they still can | Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin made an impassioned plea on Monday for all Thai workers to leave Israel, warning that the conflict would likely spread and escalate and future ground battles obstruct evacuation efforts. | https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2669778/pm-urges-all-thai-workers-to-leave-israel-while-they-still-can | 2023-10-23 10:33:00.000000 | Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin made an impassioned plea on Monday for all Thai workers to leave Israel, warning that the conflict would likely spread and escalate and future ground battles obstruct … [+2569 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90446 | nan | Bangkok Post | Bangkok Post and AFP | Saudi vows to help free hostages | Saudi Arabia will help Thailand secure the release of Thais taken hostage during the Israel-Hamas war, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin says. | https://www.bangkokpost.com/thailand/general/2668849/saudi-vows-to-help-free-hostages | 2023-10-21 22:16:00.000000 | Saudi Arabia will help Thailand secure the release of Thais taken hostage during the Israel-Hamas war, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin says.
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90447 | nan | International Business Times | Binitha Jacob | Qatar Sentences 8 Former Indian Navy Personnel To Death, Leaving India 'Deeply Shocked' | India's Ministry of External Affairs is reportedly awaiting the detailed judgment and "exploring all legal options." | https://www.ibtimes.com/qatar-sentences-8-former-indian-navy-personnel-death-leaving-india-deeply-shocked-3716705 | 2023-10-27 09:34:34.000000 | KEY POINTS
<ul><li>The eight former Indian navy personnel were reportedly accused of espionage related to a submarine program</li><li>They were working for a private firm in Qatar when they were arr… [+3024 chars] | Oman | A Qatar court has handed the death penalty to eight former Indian navy personnel who were arrested last year for alleged espionage. Indian authorities said they were "deeply shocked" after the eight Indians, held on undeclared charges since August 2022, were given the death sentence Thursday by Qatar's Court of First Instance. "It is most unlikely that the eight will be executed," foreign affairs expert K P Fabian, who served as ambassador of Qatar in the past, toldInternational Business Times. The eight former naval personnel — seven officers and one sailor — were reportedly accused ofespionagein connection with a submarine program. At the time of their arrest on Aug. 30, 2022, they were working for Al Dahra Global Technologies and Consultancy Services, a private firm owned by an Oman Air Force officer that provided training and other services to Qatar's armed forces and security agencies. "We have initial information that the Court of First Instance of Qatar has today passed a judgment in the case involving eight Indian employees of Al Dahra company," India's Ministry of External Affairs said in a Thursdaystatement. "We are deeply shocked by the verdict of death penalty and are awaiting the detailed judgement. We are in touch with the family members and the legal team, and we are exploring all legal options." "We attach high importance to this case, and have been following it closely. We will continue to extend all consular and legal assistance. We will also take up the verdict with Qatari authorities," it added. "Due to the confidential nature of proceedings of this case, it would not be appropriate to make any further comment at this juncture." IBT reached out to India's Ministry of External Affairs and the Qatar embassy in India but did not immediately receive a response. The Indian government has been granted consular access to the Indian nationals and making efforts to see the release of the eight ex-Navy officers. India's Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar previously called it a "very sensitive case" and said last December that the officers were a priority for India as well. He noted at the time that New Delhi was constantly in touch with the Qatari government. "I was deeply distressed to learn about the death sentence," Fabian said. "Having dealt with Qatar since 1988 as Joint Secretary (Gulf) and later as Ambassador there, I am convinced that it is most unlikely that the eight will be executed." "Qatar has a judiciary where the Court of Appeal has changed the harsher sentences given by lower courts. Even more important, the Amir grants pardon during Ramadan," he added. "Of course, Ministry of External Affairs has its work cut out. We can be sure that MEA is at it. For good and sufficient reasons MEA must be exercising discretion. Let us hope and pray for an early pardon as the Ramadan 2024 April approaches." |
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90450 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | England to play landmark 100th Test in India | England will play three T20 internationals and a one-off Test against India in December. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/67240971 | 2023-10-27 16:38:12.000000 | England have played 99 Test matches since 1934
England's women will play their landmark 100th Test match at the D Y Patil Sports Stadium in Navi Mumbai.
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90458 | the-times-of-india | The Times of India | ANI | Cyclone Tej to intensify into 'severe cyclonic storm' before noon today: IMD | The weather agency said that the cylone will cross over the Yemen-Oman coasts between Al Ghaidah (Yemen) and Salalah (Oman) around the early hours of October 25. | https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/cyclone-tej-to-intensify-into-severe-cyclonic-storm-before-noon-today-imd/articleshow/104621091.cms | 2023-10-22 05:06:01.000000 | Cyclone 'Tej' brewing over the south-west of the Arabian Sea is very likely to intensify into an extremely severe cyclonic storm in the forenoon of Sunday morning, the India Meteorological Department… [+1136 chars] | Oman | Agencies Cyclone Tej A cyclone brewing over the Arabian Sea - christened Tej - is set to intensify into an extremely severe cyclonic storm on Sunday, according to the India Meteorological Department. "VSCS (very severe cyclonic storm) Tej lay centred at 2330 IST on October Oct 21 over SW Arabian Sea, about 330 km ESE of Socotra (Yemen), 690 km SSE of Salalah (Oman), and 720 km SE of Al Ghaidah (Yemen). Very likely to intensify further into an extremely severe cyclonic storm in the forenoon of October 22," the government agency said in a post on X (formerly Twitter). Meanwhile, another cyclone is likely forming on the other coast, in the Bay of Bengal, which has been given the monicker Hamoos. "The WML over the Bay of Bengal concentrated into a depression and lay centred at 2330 IST of October 21 over westcentral Bay of Bengal, about 620 km south of Paradip (Odisha), 780 km south of Digha (West Bengal), and 900 km SSW of Khepupara (Bangladesh)," the agency informed. According to Skymet Weather, the system will likely intensify further and move towards the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal. "It is likely to move northwestwards during the next 12 hours, then recurve and move north-northeastwards during the subsequent 3 days towards Bangladesh and adjoining West Bengal coasts," IMD said. The IMD says that the Tej cyclone will cross over the Yemen-Oman coasts between Al Ghaidah (Yemen) and Salalah (Oman) in the early hours of October 25. Experience Your Economic Times Newspaper, The Digital Way! Friday, 03 Nov, 2023 Read Complete ePaper » Digital View Print View Wealth Edition WhatsAppening? Telcos Call Out Tech Cos over Biz SMSes An industry grouping representing India’s top three telcos has accused global consumer-technology majors, such as Microsoft and Amazon, of “presumably circumventing and bypassing the legal telecom route” by using WhatsApp and other unregulated platforms to send enterprise messages to customers, causing a likely ₹3,000-crore annual revenue loss to both the Centre and the service providers. Apple asked to Join CERT-In Probe into iPhone Hacking Bid The government has asked Apple to join a probe into the alleged state-sponsored hacking attempts on iPhones belonging to prominent Indians, including some members of the opposition in Parliament, according to S Krishnan, secretary, ministry of electronics and information technology. Go First Lessors Can Take Back Planes, Engines: DGCA to HC The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) told the Delhi High Court Thursday that Go First’s leased aircraft and engines can be preregistered and returned to lessors, severely denting the bankrupt airline’s revival prospects. Read More News on imd storm cyclone severe cyclonic storm cyclone Tej wml (Catch all the Business News , Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times .) Download The Economic Times News App to get Daily Market Updates & Live Business News. ... more less Prime Exclusives Investment Ideas Stock Report Plus ePaper Wealth Edition Riding high on the AI wave, are Indian tech startups missing the bus on innovation? Low index option premiums are like Jezebel, sinking retail traders. Prop traders, punters, too, flail Selling cut-price generics, Mark Cuban is shaking up US pharma. Can Indian drug makers benefit? ‘Use no more than what you need’: How Amazon reached the top of India’s green energy market 3 insights to kick-start your day, featuring subscriptions Zurich Insurance-Kotak Mahindra General Insurance deal Stock Radar: Marico sees profit booking after hitting 52-week high in October; should you buy? 1 2 3 View all Stories |
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90459 | nan | Thegatewaypundit.com | Larry Johnson | China And Russia Playing Military And Diplomatic Cards In The Middle East | The Western public, especially the Americans, while focused intensely on the Israeli war with Hamas, is paying little attention to what China and Russia are doing in the region to support Iran.
The post China And Russia Playing Military And Diplomatic Cards I… | https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/10/china-russia-playing-military-diplomatic-cards-middle-east/ | 2023-10-31 12:00:52.000000 | The Western public, especially the Americans, while focused intensely on the Israeli war with Hamas, is paying little attention to what China and Russia are doing in the region to support Iran. There… [+7395 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90461 | nan | The Daily Caller | Micaela Burrow | Rapid Response Force Of 2,000 US Marines Heading Toward Israel: REPORT | A rapid response force consisting of 2,000 U.S. Marines is heading toward the waters off Israel, CNN reported, citing a defense official familiar with the plans. | https://dailycaller.com/2023/10/16/rapid-response-force-of-2000-us-marines-heading-toward-israel-report/ | 2023-10-16 22:40:35.000000 | A rapid response force consisting of 2,000 U.S. Marines is heading toward the waters off Israel, CNN reported, citing a defense official familiar with the plans.
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90462 | nan | Thegatewaypundit.com | Jim Hᴏft | WORLD WAR 3 WATCH: China Deploys Six Warships to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions From Israel-Gaza War | Up to six Chinese warships have been deployed to the Middle East over the past week, South China Morning Post reported.
The post WORLD WAR 3 WATCH: China Deploys Six Warships to Middle East Amid Rising Tensions From Israel-Gaza War appeared first on The Gatew… | https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2023/10/world-war-3-watch-china-deploys-six-warships/ | 2023-10-22 15:20:45.000000 | Chinese naval guided-missile frigates Huanggang (R) and Yangzhou (Photo/Xinhua)
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90464 | nan | Frequentfloaters.com | Frequent Floaters | Delta SkyMiles Auction 10 & 7 Day Windstar Small Ship Cruise Offers! | Here are possibly two more chances to get some oversized value for your Delta SkyMiles (SkyPennies as I call them). The funny part of this is there is little chance you can get any decent value from your Delta points to fly to and from the starting and ending… | https://frequentfloaters.com/delta-skymiles-auction-10-7-day-windstar-small-ship-cruise-offers/ | 2023-10-05 07:08:48.000000 | As an Amazon Affiliate, we may earn a commission on eligible purchases made through our referrals. Frequent Floaters has partnered with CardRatings for our coverage of credit card products. FrequentF… [+4041 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90465 | nan | Twailr.com | nan | Public Statement: Scholars Warn of Potential Genocide in Gaza | On 15 October 2023, over 800 scholars and practitioners of international law, conflict studies and genocide studies signed a public statement warning of the possibility of genocide being perpetrate… | https://twailr.com/public-statement-scholars-warn-of-potential-genocide-in-gaza/ | 2023-10-27 09:10:48.000000 | On 15 October 2023, over 800 scholars and practitioners of international law, conflict studies and genocide studies signed a public statement warning of the possibility of genocide being perpetrated … [+78188 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90469 | nan | Livemint | Livemint | Saudi Arabia, Oman, UAE, 3 other Arab nations reaffirm commitment to voluntary oil production adjustments | The ministers reiterated the willingness of the declaration of cooperation countries to take additional measures at any time in their continued efforts to support market stability | https://www.livemint.com/industry/energy/saudi-arabia-oman-uae-3-other-arab-nations-reaffirm-commitment-to-voluntary-oil-production-adjustments-11696791506302.html | 2023-10-08 19:48:10.000000 | Six Arab nations Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates have reaffirmed their commitment to collective and individual voluntary adjustments" to oil production, a repor… [+2037 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90474 | nan | Sputnikglobe.com | Christina Malyk | Who Do Middle Eastern Countries Support in Israel-Hamas Conflict? | Hostilities have been raging around the Gaza Strip after Hamas units’ invasion to surrounding lands. The current escalation is projected to become one of the largest in the history of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. | https://sputnikglobe.com/20231009/who-do-middle-eastern-countries-support-in--israel-hamas-conflict-1114044403.html | 2023-10-09 17:07:45.000000 | Get the latest news from around the world, live coverage, off-beat stories, features and analysis.
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90477 | nan | International Business Times | AFP News | Warming Beaches Threaten Yemen Sea Turtles' Future | On a Yemeni beach, a sea turtle clambers ashore to lay eggs, which will likely be born female due to rising temperatures, creating a gender imbalance that brings the threat of local extinction. | https://www.ibtimes.com/warming-beaches-threaten-yemen-sea-turtles-future-3713985 | 2023-10-04 01:42:32.000000 | On a Yemeni beach, a sea turtle clambers ashore to lay eggs, which will likely be born female due to rising temperatures, creating a gender imbalance that brings the threat of local extinction.
With… [+3593 chars] | Oman | On a Yemeni beach, a sea turtle clambers ashore to lay eggs, which will likely be born female due to rising temperatures, creating a gender imbalance that brings the threat of local extinction. With sands made hotter by climate change, eggs are rarely yielding male turtles, which require cooler temperatures during the incubation period. Studies in several coastal regions of southern Yemen "have shown that there are 90 percent more female sea turtles than males", said Jamal Baouzir, director of the biodiversity department at the University of Aden. The severe gender imbalance will continue until it brings about the complete extinction of sea turtles in Yemen "in the years to come", Baouzir said. Environmental activist Hafiz Kelshat said the proportion of males had "decreased considerably" in recent years. "Most baby turtles are female due to the change in temperature," he told AFP on a nesting beach in Mahra province, near the border with Oman. This is especially the case in summer, when temperatures often top 31 degrees Celsius (88 degrees Fahrenheit) -- the point at which sea turtle eggs begin yielding females. The gender imbalance is getting worse each year as longer periods of extreme heat hit the Arabian Peninsula, one of the world's hottest regions. The problem is not unique to Yemen, wracked for nearly a decade by a devastating civil war which has created one of the world's worst humanitarian tragedies. From the US state of Florida to Australia's Great Barrier Reef, male sea turtle numbers are dwindling due to climate change. In 2018, US researchers found that rising temperatures meant most of the 200,000 green turtles in the northern Great Barrier Reef are female, compounding the threat of extinction. Yemen, wedged between the Red Sea and the Indian Ocean, boasts a rich variety of natural habitats and species, many of them found nowhere else in the world. But its genetic diversity, and the potential for future tourism development it represents, are increasingly threatened by global warming. Yemen ranks as one of the region's most climate-vulnerable countries, according to the Global Adaptation Initiative of the University of Notre Dame in the US state of Indiana. Extreme heat and increasing rainfall variability leading to both drought and flash floods are among the challenges forecast for the Arabian Peninsula's poorest country. Baouzir said that to tackle the deepening gender imbalance, authorities should create "a specialised technical team to monitor the turtles in their nesting places and place the eggs in appropriate incubators" to produce male offspring. The provision of sun shields on beaches could also help reduce sand temperatures and boost the number of male hatchlings. But environmental conservation has inevitably taken a back seat to the grinding civil war, which has killed hundreds of thousands of people and left the country's infrastructure in tatters. "The current circumstances, of course, make it difficult to carry out" protection operations, Baouzir said. An environment ministry official in the internationally-recognised government, which controls Mahra province along with much of the south, acknowledged that conservation efforts had suffered during the war with Iran-backed Huthi rebels. "The authorities have worked on various plans including the creation of several reserves," Naif Ali bin Masaad said. But they are "busy with the war against the Huthis and terrorist groups... so they do not assume their responsibilities" towards environmental protection, the official said. |
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90480 | nan | Marketscreener.com | nan | SUBCO Deploys Ciena to Provide a Secure Gateway from Australia to Europe | (marketscreener.com)
Leveraging Ciena GeoMesh Extreme, the Oman Australia Cable boasts lower latency, reliability, and security
https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/CIENA-CORPORATION-15311276/news/SUBCO-Deploys-Ciena-to-Provide-a-Secure-Gateway-from-A… | https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/stock/CIENA-CORPORATION-15311276/news/SUBCO-Deploys-Ciena-to-Provide-a-Secure-Gateway-from-Australia-to-Europe-45050566/ | 2023-10-12 13:01:01.000000 | Leveraging Ciena GeoMesh Extreme, the Oman Australia Cable boasts lower latency, reliability, and security
Following the successful upgrade on the Indigo Submarine Cable, SUBCO is once again using C… [+4218 chars] | Oman | Following the successful upgrade on theIndigoSubmarine Cable,SUBCOis once again usingCiena(NYSE: CIEN) technologies to provide a resilient and reliable undersea corridor between Australia and Europe via the Oman Australia Cable (OAC). Leveraging CienaGeoMesh Extreme, powered byWaveLogic 5 Extremein the6500 Packet-Optical Platform, OAC has now increased its capacity to a maximum of 48Tb/s, helping support increased bandwidth demands. “We have a long history of working with Ciena and, together, we are proud to provide our customers with an express gateway for onward capacity from Australia to Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. OAC provides the market with the most secure and diverse route to connect Europe with Asia Pacific and is important in boosting Australia’s digital resiliency,” said Lee Harper, Chief Operating Officer, SUBCO. “Security and reliability are important to SUBCO as OAC prides itself as an alternative for moving traffic from Asia Pacific to Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, and promotes Australia’s role as a digital hub. With Ciena’s GeoMesh Extreme solution, SUBCO can keep pace with proactive bandwidth requirements and reactive performance demands while guaranteeing overall network availability,” said Ivan Polizzi, Regional Managing Director, Ciena Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. Launched for commercial service in November 2022, OAC is a 9,800km submarine cable connecting Muscat, Oman, and Perth, Australia, with an alternate path that leads from Salalah, Oman into Europe and Africa to be ready by 2024. Additional Resources: About SUBCO Founded by industry leader Bevan Slattery, SUBCO is a specialist consulting and investment company that has developed some of the world’s most innovative submarine cable networks. SUBCO has a strong record of developing, owning and operating large-scale submarine infrastructure in the Australasia region, which has provided critical digital gateways to Asia, North America and EMEA. Over the last five years, the company has amassed a formidable portfolio of submarine infrastructure and – with the latest transcontinental cable project which will connect Sydney, Melbourne (Torquay), Adelaide and Perth (SMAP) – will be approaching $750m of investment. About Ciena Ciena (NYSE: CIEN) is a global leader in networking systems, services, and software. We build the most adaptive networks in the industry, enabling customers to anticipate and meet ever-increasing digital demands. For three-plus decades, Ciena has brought our humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation. Prioritizing collaborative relationships with our customers, partners, and communities, we create flexible, open, and sustainable networks that better serve all users—today and into the future. For updates on Ciena, follow us onLinkedIn,Twitter, theCiena Insights blog, or visitwww.ciena.com. Note to Ciena Investors You are encouraged to review theInvestors sectionof our website, where we routinely post press releases, SEC filings, recent news, financial results, and other announcements. From time to time we exclusively post material information to this website along with other disclosure channels that we use. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements that are based on our current expectations, forecasts, information, and assumptions. These statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results or outcomes may differ materially from those stated or implied, because of risks and uncertainties, including those detailed in our most recent annual and quarterly reports filed with the SEC. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding our expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies and can be identified by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would" or similar words. Ciena assumes no obligation to update the information included in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. View source version on businesswire.com:https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231012833504/en/ |
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90485 | nan | Biztoc.com | arabnews.com | Gulf Leaders Circle set to boost Oman-Saudi business ties at the first edition of summit | RIYADH: Saudi-Oman ties across energy, technology and sustainability are set to be boosted at the first Gulf Business Summit, being held in Muscat. The gathering — organized by Gulf Leaders Circle, Muscat Media Group’s business networking platform — will see … | https://biztoc.com/x/e54d585cab3130eb | 2023-10-09 12:38:06.000000 | RIYADH: Saudi-Oman ties across energy, technology and sustainability are set to be boosted at the first Gulf Business Summit, being held in Muscat.The gathering organized by Gulf Leaders Circle, Musc… [+315 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90486 | nan | The-express.com | daily express us | CHINA DEPLOYS WARSHIPS TO MIDEAST | nan | https://www.the-express.com/news/world-news/115880/China-six-warships-Middle-East-war-Israel | nan | 2023-10-21 20:00:03.000000 | China deploys six warships over fears Israel crisis could spark WW3The Chinese military has deployed its 44th naval escort task force to the Middle East amid rising tensions in Israel.China at the ‘h… [+3722 chars] | Oman | nan |
90487 | nan | PR Newswire UK | nan | uqudo-TECH5 Technology Successfully Used for Elections in Oman for the Second Time | uqudo in Partnership with TECH5 Provided its Biometric-Based Digital ID Platform for Electronic Voting DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the successful application of a biometric-based digital ID platform, developed by uqudo and powered by TE… | https://www.prnewswire.co.uk/news-releases/uqudo-tech5-technology-successfully-used-for-elections-in-oman-for-the-second-time-301974286.html | 2023-11-02 04:00:00.000000 | uqudo in Partnership with TECH5 Provided its Biometric-Based Digital ID Platform for Electronic Voting
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90492 | newsweek | Newsweek | Ellie Cook | China's Middle East Warship Flotilla Compared to US Carrier Strike Groups | China's naval vessels in the Middle East have "significant capability," Bryden Spurling, the RAND think tank's European branch told Newsweek. | https://www.newsweek.com/china-navy-middle-east-warships-us-carrier-strike-groups-israel-hamas-1837692 | 2023-10-25 15:56:54.000000 | Both the U.S. and China are maintaining a presence in the Middle East after the eruption of violence in the region earlier this month. But "China has a long way to go before it can match the reach of… [+5389 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90493 | nan | NDTV News | nan | Cyclone Tej Intensifies Into Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm | Cyclone 'Tej', brewing in the Arabian Sea, intensified into an extremely severe cyclonic storm on Sunday and is headed towards the Yemen-Oman coasts, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. | https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/cyclone-tej-intensifies-into-extremely-severe-cyclonic-storm-4504425 | 2023-10-22 08:50:42.000000 | It is then predicted to recurve and move north-northeastwards. (Representational)
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90494 | abc-news-au | ABC News (AU) | ABC News | Socceroos star Tom Rogic announces his retirement from football | Socceroos playmaker Tom Rogic announces his retirement from football and says he and his wife's fertility issues and a desire to focus on his family are a key factor in his decision. | https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-10-03/socceroos-star-tom-rogic-announces-his-retirement/102930908 | https://live-production.wcms.abc-cdn.net.au/76e0a0995fc02a50f3379eb9f691ddfa?impolicy=wcms_crop_resize&cropH=1983&cropW=3525&xPos=0&yPos=100&width=862&height=485 | 2023-10-03 08:43:09.000000 | Talismanic Socceroo Tom Rogic has retired from football to focus on his family.
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90498 | nan | gcaptain.com | Mike Schuler | MARAD Warns Ships of ‘Multiple Projectiles’ in Red Sea | The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued an alert to commercial ships warning them of the threat of “multiple projectiles” that have been launched from the Yemen into the Red... | https://gcaptain.com/marad-warns-ships-of-multiple-projectiles-in-red-sea/ | 2023-10-24 17:09:55.000000 | The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued an alert to commercial ships warning them of the threat of “multiple projectiles” that have been launched from the Yemen into the Red Sea.
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90499 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | Foreign Secretary visits Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror | Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visited Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and southern Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror. | https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/news/2023/10/mil-231011-ukfcdo01.htm | nan | 2023-10-12 07:42:29.000000 | Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visited Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and southern Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror.
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<ul><li>Foreign Secretary James Cleve… [+1786 chars] | Oman | Foreign Secretary James Cleverly visited Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and southern Israel to underline UK's unwavering solidarity in the face of terror. 11 October 2023 The Foreign Secretary visited Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and southern Israel today (11 October 2023), days after Hamas launched a barbaric terrorist attack on the country. Demonstrating the UK's solidarity with Israel and its fundamental right to defend itself against Hamas, James Cleverly underlined the UK's support in meeting with President Herzog. They discussed the UK and Israel's ongoing security, military and diplomatic cooperation in the face of terror. He also travelled with Foreign Minister Eli Cohen to the southern Israeli village of Ofakim to witness first-hand the devastation caused by Hamas. On the first visit by a foreign minister to a site of the attacks, Cleverly met survivors to emphasise that the UK stands with them against terrorism. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said: "I'm in Israel today to show the UK's unwavering support for Israel. " "The facts are clear. Hamas are terrorists. Israel has the right to defend itself. Hamas and Hamas alone are responsible and accountable for these appalling attacks." "Terrorism must never be allowed to prevail." Since the attacks, the Foreign Secretary has spoken to counterparts from the United States, Jordan, Egypt, Germany, Türkiye, Oman, the UAE, Italy, the EU, Saudi Arabia, and the Palestinian Authority. He will continue to stay in contact with international leaders over the coming days and weeks. |
90500 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | At the informal EU foreign ministers' meeting, Foreign Minister Kariņš expresses solidarity with Israel and underlines the need for political dialogue with the region's countries | On 10 October 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, took part in the informal video conference of the foreign affairs ministers of the European Union to exchange views on current developments in the Middle East following the viole… | https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/news/2023/10/mil-231010-latvia-mfa01.htm | nan | 2023-10-11 09:16:12.000000 | Republic of Latvia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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On 10 October 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Krijnis Kari, took part in the informal video conference of the foreign af… [+1397 chars] | Oman | Republic of Latvia - Ministry of Foreign Affairs 10.10.2023 On 10 October 2023, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš, took part in the informal video conference of the foreign affairs ministers of the European Union to exchange views on current developments in the Middle East following the violent attack by the Hamas terrorist organisation on Israel. At the meeting, the Foreign Minister expressed solidarity with the Israeli people while emphasising the need to seek a political dialogue that would help achieve sustainable peace between the parties to the conflict. Krišjānis Kariņš underlined the need for the Palestinian Authority to clearly distance itself from the Hamas terrorist organisation and condemn its attacks. The Foreign Minister also expressed concern about the possible consequences of the escalation in the region. The EU must engage with its partners in the region to promote a more active involvement and greater accountability on their part in searching the ways for a dialogue, the Foreign Minister noted. The informal video conference of EU ministers of foreign affairs took place on the initiative of the EU High Representative Josep Borrell in response to the growing crisis in Israel and the Middle East. The meeting comes in the wake of the Meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the European Union and the Gulf Cooperation Council in Oman, at which recent events in the Middle East was one of the central topics on the agenda. |
90525 | nan | Biztoc.com | theweek.com | A guide to Muscat | With its strong sense of heritage and diverse landscape of mountains, deserts and beaches, Muscat appeals to all kinds of travelers. Those looking for a little adventure can go scuba diving and snorkeling, while visitors who prefer to get a history lesson can… | https://biztoc.com/x/45b71b5df7498509 | 2023-10-19 08:58:17.000000 | With its strong sense of heritage and diverse landscape of mountains, deserts and beaches, Muscat appeals to all kinds of travelers. Those looking for a little adventure can go scuba diving and snork… [+306 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90526 | nan | Matadornetwork.com | Hannah D. Cooper | Make Your Homebase at One of These Immaculate Abu Dhabi Airbnbs | These Airbnb rentals in Abu Dhabi give you easy access to the most popular parts of the city as well as the best beaches. | https://matadornetwork.com/read/airbnb-abu-dhabi/ | 2023-10-05 15:59:37.000000 | Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates capital, is scattered across a sequence of islands. Beyond the mega malls and golden beaches, the chief emirate will keep you busy with kayaking in the mangroves, … [+7198 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90501 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | Iran proposes Islamic countries' emergency meeting on Palestine | Iran's Top Diplomat Hossein Amirabdollahian has proposed that foreign ministers of Islamic countries hold an emergency meeting on the ongoing conflict between Palestinians and the Zionist regime. | https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/news/2023/10/mil-231009-irna04.htm | nan | 2023-10-10 08:50:40.000000 | IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency
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Tehran, IRNA -- Iran's Top Diplomat Hossein Amirabdollahian has proposed that foreign ministers of Islamic countries hold an emergency meeting on the… [+1522 chars] | Oman | IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency Oct 9, 2023 Tehran, IRNA -- Iran's Top Diplomat Hossein Amirabdollahian has proposed that foreign ministers of Islamic countries hold an emergency meeting on the ongoing conflict between Palestinians and the Zionist regime. Amirabdollahian on Monday discussed regional developments, including the Palestinian-Zionist conflict, with his Omani counterpart Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidi on the phone. The top Iranian diplomat proposed that foreign ministers of Islamic countries hold an emergency meeting soon over the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories. He said that the Zionist regime has in recent months stepped up its crackdown against Palestinians, from killing women and children to imprisoning people, and constantly desecrated Al-Aqsa Mosque, prompting the ongoing response from resistance groups. Iran and Oman have always supported the Palestinian people, Amirabdollahian told his counterpart, adding that the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and the occupied West Bank need the support of the Islamic countries more than ever. The top Omani diplomat said on his part that his country expresses sympathy over the martyrdom of hundreds of Palestinians by the Zionist regime. He also said that the Palestine issue should be regarded as a top global priority, calling on the international community to recognize the Palestinians' right to decide their fate and liberate their occupied lands. The two ministers agreed to continue talks over the regional developments and pursue the holding of an emergency meeting of the Islamic countries. 4194 |
90510 | nan | CNA | nan | Israel-Hamas conflict could have implications on ASEAN centrality as members adopt different stances: Experts | All 10 members of the regional bloc have issued separate statements on the crisis, but the grouping has yet to respond as a whole. | https://www.channelnewsasia.com/asia/israel-hamas-war-implications-southeast-asia-asean-centrality-unity-relevance-member-states-different-stances-geopolitics-3854906 | 2023-10-18 07:25:11.000000 | The Singapore government on Monday (Oct 16) said it is deeply distressed by the increasing civilian casualty toll and deepening humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, and urged all parties to abide b… [+882 chars] | Oman | SINGAPORE: Theongoing Israel-Hamas warcould affect the unity and relevance of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), whose members have adopted varying stances on the crisis, said experts.This comes as the recentattack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Israel sparked a deadly warwith no clear solution in sight, they added.ASEAN members have issued separate statements on the crisis, but the regional grouping has yet to respond as a whole. |
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90511 | nan | Royal Society of Chemistry | Asima Siddiqa, Abdul Majid, Farhat Saira, Saima Farooq, Rumana Qureshi, Sara Qaisar | Nanodiamond embedded polyaniline/polyvinylidene fluoride nanocomposites as microfiltration membranes for removal of industrial pollution | RSC Adv., 2023, 13,29206-29214DOI: 10.1039/D3RA05351B, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Asima Siddiqa, Abdul Majid, Farhat Saira, Saima Farooq, Rumana Qureshi, Sara QaisarNanotechnology… | https://pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlelanding/2023/ra/d3ra05351b | https://pubs.rsc.org/en/Content/Image/GA/D3RA05351B | 2023-10-04 23:00:00.000000 | *
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Nanoscience and Technology Division, National Centre for Physics, Islamabad, Pakistan
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90518 | nan | Marketscreener.com | nan | Bank muscat SAOG : Q3 2023 Financial Report | (marketscreener.com)
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Bank Muscat SAOG
INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
This Document is classified as Official Use
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FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023
1. LEGAL STATUS AND PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
Bank Muscat SAOG … [+3799 chars] | Oman | Official Use Bank Muscat SAOG INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 Contents Page No. 1 Chairman's Report 2 Interim condensed consolidated statement of financial 1 position 3 Interim condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive 2 income 4 Interim condensed consolidated statement of changes in 3 equity 5 Interim condensed consolidated statement of cash flows 4 6 Notes to the interim condensed consolidated financial 5-26 statements This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use Page 1 INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 Unaudited Audited Unaudited 30-Sep-2023 31-Dec-2022 30-Sep-2022 Notes RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 Assets Cash and balances with Central Banks 807,898 883,060 584,607 Due from banks 3 784,051 641,480 830,882 Loans and advances 4 8,329,406 7,967,470 7,778,622 Islamic financing receivables 4 1,535,948 1,449,424 1,450,503 Investments securities 5 1,821,559 1,571,984 1,782,400 Investment in associates 6 8,818 8,795 8,932 Other assets 7 156,792 185,465 237,749 Property, equipment and software 70,809 68,304 68,804 Total assets 13,515,281 12,775,982 12,742,499 Liabilities and equity Liabilities Deposits from banks 8 1,018,078 1,004,106 928,378 Customers' deposits 9 8,128,269 7,409,967 7,500,625 Islamic customers' deposits 9 1,356,508 1,236,854 1,208,330 Sukuk 46,501 45,876 46,515 Euro medium term notes 192,853 390,376 385,747 Other liabilities 10 415,899 400,973 453,614 Taxation 51,406 55,706 46,886 Total liabilities 11,209,514 10,543,858 10,570,095 Equity Equity attributable to equity holders of parent: Share capital 11 750,640 750,640 375,320 Share premium 156,215 156,215 531,535 General reserve 410,258 410,258 410,258 Legal reserve 139,229 139,229 119,149 Revaluation reserve 4,904 4,904 4,904 Cash flow hedge reserve 9,608 - - Cumulative changes in fair value 28,849 (587) (11,815) Foreign currency translation reserve (3,791) (3,881) (3,495) Impairment reserve / restructured loan reserve 2,136 2,330 2,335 Retained earnings 302,399 267,696 614,213 Total equity attributable to the equity holders 1,800,447 1,726,804 2,042,404 Perpetual Tier I capital 505,320 505,320 130,000 Total equity 2,305,767 2,232,124 2,172,404 Total liabilities and equity 13,515,281 12,775,982 12,742,499 Net assets per share (in RO) 0.240 0.230 0.544 Contingent liabilities and commitments 12 1,626,495 1,630,064 1,693,894 The interim condensed consolidated financial statements were approved by the Board of Directors on 26 October 2023. The attached notes 1 to 28 form part of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements. This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use Page 2 INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 Unaudited Unaudited -for nine months period ended- -for three months period ended- 30-Sep-2023 30-Sep-2022 30-Sep-2023 30-Sep-2022 Notes RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 Interest income 13 416,863 341,350 144,610 118,756 Interest expense 14 (163,371) (114,300) (57,198) (39,903) Net interest income 253,492 227,050 87,412 78,853 Income from Islamic financing / investments 13 73,376 62,756 25,535 21,843 Distribution to depositors 14 (45,893) (34,878) (16,683) (12,020) Net income from Islamic financing 27,483 27,878 8,852 9,823 Net interest income and income from Islamic financing 280,975 254,928 96,264 88,676 Commission and fee income (net) 15 67,446 67,654 22,260 21,307 Other operating income 16 32,781 33,038 11,491 8,348 Operating income 381,202 355,620 130,015 118,331 Operating expenses Other operating expenses (131,564) (126,222) (43,813) (42,600) Depreciation (14,918) (13,629) (5,226) (4,950) (146,482) (139,851) (49,039) (47,550) Share of results from associates 6 377 950 177 240 Net impairment losses on financial assets 17 (46,911) (41,584) (16,806) (13,185) (193,016) (180,485) (65,668) (60,495) Profit before taxation 188,186 175,135 64,347 57,836 Tax expense (29,310) (26,845) (9,792) (8,803) Profit for the period 158,876 148,290 54,555 49,033 Other comprehensive (expense) / income Net other comprehensive (expense) / income to be reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods, net of tax: Translation of net investments in foreign operations 90 (997) (117) (430) Change in fair value through other comprehensive income (55) (769) (FVOCI) debt investments (7,847) (2,438) Share of other comprehensive income of associates (58) (57) (39) (97) Change in fair value of cash flow hedge 9,608 - 3,600 - 9,585 (8,901) 2,675 (2,965) Net other comprehensive (expense) / income not to be reclassified to profit or loss in subsequent periods, net of tax: Change in fair value of FVOCI equity investments 29,253 (7,030) 10,805 (1,288) 29,253 (7,030) 10,805 (1,288) Other comprehensive income / (expense) for the period 38,838 (15,931) 13,480 (4,253) Total comprehensive income for the period 197,714 132,359 68,035 44,780 Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to Equity holders of Parent Company 197,714 132,359 68,035 44,780 Profit attributable to Equity holders of Parent Company 158,876 148,290 54,555 49,033 Earnings per share (in RO) - Basic and diluted 18 0.020 0.019 0.007 0.007 Items in other comprehensive income are disclosed net of tax. The attached notes 1 to 28 form part of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements. This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use Page 3 INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 Foreign Impairment (Unaudited) Cash flow Cumulative currency reserve / Perpetual Share Share General Legal Revaluation hedge changes in translation restructured loan Retained Tier I capital premium reserve reserve reserve reserve fair value reserve reserve profits Total Capital Total RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 Balance at 1 January 2023 750,640 156,215 410,258 139,229 4,904 - (587) (3,881) 2,330 267,696 1,726,804 505,320 2,232,124 Profit for the period - - - - - - - - 158,876 158,876 - 158,876 Other comprehensive (expense) income - - - - - 9,608 29,140 90 - - 38,838 - 38,838 Total comprehensive (expense) income - - - - - 9,608 29,140 90 - 158,876 197,714 - 197,714 Transfer within equity upon disposal of FVOCI equity investments - - - - - 296 - - (296) - - - Dividends paid (note 11 ) - - - - - - - - (112,596) (112,596) - (112,596) Transfer from restructured loan reserve to retained earnings - - - - - - - (194) 194 - - - Interest paid on Perpetual Tier 1 Capital (11,475) (11,475) (11,475) Balance as at 30 September 2023 750,640 156,215 410,258 139,229 4,904 9,608 28,849 (3,791) 2,136 302,399 1,800,447 505,320 2,305,767 Impairment Foreign reserve / (Unaudited) Cumulative currency restructure Perpetual Share Share General Legal Revaluation changes in translation d loan Retained Tier I capital premium reserve reserve reserve fair value reserve reserve earnings Total Capital Total RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 RO' 000 Balance at 1 January 2022 357,448 531,535 410,258 119,149 4,904 2,855 (2,498) 2,346 594,847 2,020,844 130,000 2,150,844 Profit for the period - - - - - - - - 148,290 148,290 - 148,290 Other comprehensive (expense) income - - - - - (14,934) (997) - - (15,931) - (15,931) Total comprehensive (expense) income - - - - - (14,934) (997) - 148,290 132,359 - 132,359 Transfer within equity upon disposal of FVOCI equity investments - - - - - 264 - - (264) - - - Dividends paid (note 11 ) - - - - - - - - (107,234) (107,234) - (107,234) Issue of bonus shares (note 11 ) 17,872 - - - - - - - (17,872) - - - Transfer from restructured loan reserve to retained earnings - - - - - - - (11) 11 - - - Interest paid on Perpetual Tier 1 Capital - - - - - - - - (3,565) (3,565) - (3,565) Balance as at 30 September 2022 375,320 531,535 410,258 119,149 4,904 (11,815) (3,495) 2,335 614,213 2,042,404 130,000 2,172,404 Appropriations to legal reserve and sub-ordinated loan reserve are made on an annual basis. The attached notes 1 to 28 form part of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements. This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use Page 4 INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 Unaudited Unaudited 30-Sep-2023 30-Sep-2022 RO' 000 RO' 000 Operating activities Profit for the period before taxation 188,186 175,135 Adjustments for : Depreciation 14,918 13,629 Net impairment losses on financial assets 46,911 41,584 Share of results from associates (377) (950) Profit on sale of Property and equipment (1) - Profit on investments (323) (8,829) Dividend income (6,019) (4,559) Operating profit before working capital changes 243,295 216,010 Due from banks 41,242 26,972 Loans and advances (408,570) 8,319 Islamic financing receivables (95,306) (98,064) Other assets 38,265 (64,275) Deposits from banks 292,920 (262,143) Customers' deposits 718,302 (103,426) Islamic customers' deposits 119,654 37,775 Other liabilities 16,577 62,188 Cash from / (used in) operating activities 966,379 (176,644) Income taxes paid (33,389) (32,501) Net cash from / (used in) operating activities 932,990 (209,145) Investing activities Dividend from an associate 296 227 Dividend income 6,019 4,559 Purchase of investments (46,565) (135,795) Proceeds from sale of investments 67,302 35,237 Net movement in property and equipment (17,422) (8,246) Net cash from / (used in) investing activities 9,630 (104,018) Financing activities Dividends paid (112,596) (107,234) Repayment of Euro medium term notes (192,500) (44,608) Interest on Perpetual Tier I capital (11,475) (3,565) Net cash from / (used in) financing activities (316,571) (155,407) Net change in cash and cash equivalents 626,049 (468,570) Cash and cash equivalents at 1 January 928,934 1,395,450 Cash and cash equivalents at 30 September 1,554,983 926,880 Cash and cash equivalent comprises of the following: Cash and balances with Central Banks 807,392 584,100 Treasury bills 512,773 463,502 Due from banks 478,764 436,500 Deposits from banks (243,946) (557,222) 1,554,983 926,880 The attached notes 1 to 28 form part of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements. This Document is classified asOfficial Use Official Use Page 5 NOTES TO THE INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE NINE MONTHS PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 1. LEGAL STATUS AND PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES Bank Muscat SAOG (the Bank or the Parent Company) is a joint stock company incorporated in the Sultanate of Oman and is engaged in commercial and investment banking activities through a network of 179 branches (30 September 2022 : 174 branches) within the Sultanate of Oman and one branch each in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. The Bank has representative offices in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Singapore and Tehran, Iran. The Bank operates in Oman under a banking license issued by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) and is covered by its deposit insurance scheme. The Bank has its primary listing on the Muscat Stock Exchange. As at 30 September 2023, the Bank operates in 6 countries (2022: 6 countries) and employed 4,146 employees (30 September 2022: 3,920 employees). During 2013, the Parent Company inaugurated "Meethaq Islamic banking window" ("Meethaq") in the Sultanate of Oman to carry out banking and other financial activities in accordance with Islamic Shari'a rules and regulations. Meethaq operates under an Islamic banking license granted by the CBO on 13 January 2013. Meethaq's Shari'a Supervisory Board is entrusted to ensure Meethaq's adherence to Shari'a rules and principles in its transactions and activities. The principal activities of Meethaq include: accepting customer deposits; providing Shari'a compliant financing based on various Shari'a compliant modes; undertaking Shari'a compliant investment activities permitted under the CBO's Regulated Islamic Banking Services as defined in the licensing framework. Meethaq has 27 branches (September 2022 - 24 branches) in the Sultanate of Oman. 2. BASIS OF PREPARATION AND ACCOUNTING POLICIES 2.1 BASIS OF PREPARATION The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements for the nine months period ended 30 September 2023 of the Bank are prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard (IAS) 34, 'Interim Financial Reporting', applicable regulations of the Central Bank of Oman (CBO) and the Capital Market Authority (CMA). The unaudited interim condensed financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, modified to include the revaluation of freehold land and buildings and the measurement at fair value of derivative financial instruments, FVOCI investment securities and investment recorded at fair value through profit or loss. The carrying values of recognised assets and liabilities that are designated as hedged items in fair value hedges that would otherwise be carried at amortised cost are adjusted to record changes in the fair values attributable to the risks that are being hedged in effective hedge relationships. The Islamic window operation of the Parent Company; "Meethaq" uses Financial Accounting Standards ("FAS"), issued by Accounting and Auditing Organisation for Islamic Financial Institutions ("AAOIFI"), for preparation and reporting of its financial information. Meethaq's financial information is included in the results of the Bank, after adjusting financial reporting differences, if any, between AAOIFI and IFRS. The functional currency of the Bank is the Rial Omani (RO). These unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements of the Bank are prepared in Rial Omani, rounded to the nearest thousands, except as indicated. The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements do not contain all information and disclosures required for full financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards and should be read in conjunction with the Bank's annual consolidated financial statements as at 31 December 2022. In addition, results of the Bank for the period ended 30 September 2023 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the financial year 2023. This Document is classified asOfficial Use Attachments Disclaimer Bank Muscat SAOGpublished this content on26 October 2023and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. Distributed byPublic, unedited and unaltered, on27 October 2023 14:54:46 UTC. |
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90519 | nan | NDTV News | nan | Cyclone Tej To Transform Into Severe Cyclonic Storm By Tomorrow | Cyclone 'Tej' has intensified into a cyclonic storm and is expected to transform into a severe cyclonic storm by October 22, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. | https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/cyclone-tej-to-transform-into-severe-cyclonic-storm-by-tomorrow-4503185 | 2023-10-21 14:17:29.000000 | Cyclone 'Tej' is expected to transform into a severe cyclonic storm. (Representational)
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90520 | nan | Worldsoccertalk.com | Lawrence Dockery | USMNT attendance suffering against lackluster opponents | For three of the last four home games, the USMNT attendance has been suffering because of the weaker nature of its opponents. The United States is gearing up to co-host the World Cup in under three years. Still, based on three of the last four home games, exc… | https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/usmnt-attendance-suffering-against-lackluster-opponents-20231018-WST-462737.html | https://worldsoccertalk.com/api/request-image/?proxy=https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.worldsoccertalk.com%2Fjpg%2Ffull%2FWST_20231018_WST_462737_USMNT-attendance-opponents.jpg[ampersand]width=1200[ampersand]height=740 | 2023-10-18 21:00:00.000000 | For three of the last four home games, the USMNT attendance has been suffering because of the weaker nature of its opponents.
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90522 | nan | Worldsoccertalk.com | Kyle Fansler | Germany sporting director Voller critical of USA friendlies | Germany is coming over to the USA for a pair of friendlies against the United States Men's National Team and Mexico. However, not everyone in Germany is taking so kindly to the friendlies in a period of turmoil for Die Mannschaft. With Julian Nagelsmann makin… | https://worldsoccertalk.com/news/germany-sporting-director-voller-critical-of-usa-friendlies-20231009-WST-461160.html | https://worldsoccertalk.com/api/request-image/?proxy=https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.worldsoccertalk.com%2Fjpg%2Ffull%2FWST_20231009_WST_461160_Germany-USA-friendlies.jpg[ampersand]width=1200[ampersand]height=740 | 2023-10-09 18:34:31.000000 | Germany is coming over to the USA for a pair of friendlies against the United States Mens National Team and Mexico. However, not everyone in Germany is taking so kindly to the friendlies in a period … [+1879 chars] | Oman | nan |
90528 | nan | Hospitality Net | Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah at Mina Al Arab | Nikki Beach Global Announces Upcoming Resort Opening in Ras Al Khaimah | Nikki Beach Global (’Nikki Beach’) the international luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand, announced today the upcoming opening of Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah. Nikki Beach will be working with RAK Properties, Ras Al Khaimah’s leading publicly li… | https://www.hospitalitynet.org/announcement/41010122.html | 2023-10-04 15:03:22.000000 | Nikki Beach Global ('Nikki Beach') the international luxury lifestyle and hospitality brand, announced today the upcoming opening of Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah. Nikki Beach will be w… [+1901 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90530 | nan | Biztoc.com | euronews.com | Israel retaliation sometimes 'counters international law' | Israel has the right to defend itself, but some of its actions since Hamas' unprecedented assault on Saturday "counter" international humanitarian law, the EU's top diplomat Josep Borrell said on Tuesday evening. Speaking to reporters following an extraordina… | https://biztoc.com/x/f32ac224c92261e6 | 2023-10-11 15:28:45.000000 | Israel has the right to defend itself, but some of its actions since Hamas' unprecedented assault on Saturday "counter" international humanitarian law, the EU's top diplomat Josep Borrell said on Tue… [+276 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90531 | the-times-of-india | The Times of India | ANI | Oman: 90 members elected to Majlish A'Shura Council's 10th term, record 65.88 per cent turnout | Oman has conducted the Arab world's first app-based polls, with a record 65.88% voter turnout. The elections saw 90 representatives elected for the Majlish A'Shura Council in its 10th term. The voting procedure used the electronic "Intakhib" app, which had fe… | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/oman-90-members-elected-to-majlish-ashura-councils-10th-term-record-65-88-per-cent-turnout/articleshow/104825256.cms | 2023-10-30 10:50:58.000000 | Life lessons to learn from Amala Paul | Oman | MUSCAT: In the Arab world's first app-based polls, Oman voters elected 90 representatives for the Majlish A'Shura Council in its 10th term (2023-2027) with a record 65.88 per cent voter turnout from across the Sultanate.These elections saw the second-highest voter turnout. Elections for the seventh term in 2011 had 76 per cent turnout.The ministry of interior of Sultanate of Oman in a press conference on Monday announced the results of the Shura Council's 10th term elections with 90 members elected following a resounding voter turnout.The ninety members were elected to embark on the tenth term of Shura Council, emerging from a large pool of 843 candidates, inclusive of 32 women.Voting procedure, conducted from the early hours of 8 am until 7 pm on Sunday, witnessed voters employing the electronic "Intakhib" app to meticulously handpick their preferred representatives.Omani citizens commenced their day with zeal, casting their votes to elect their representatives on Sunday.According to the ministry of interior, 65.88 per cent (496,279) of the total registered voters exercised their franchise, comprising of over 52 per cent male and 48 per cent women voters.The ministry of interior noted a minor revision in the total number of voters, now standing 753,260, down from 753,573 owing to the unfortunate passing of some voters since the last elections.The 10th Shura term elections distinguished themselves by introducing a refined version of the "Intakhib" electronic app, complete with an audio reading feature and sign language support for the deaf and hard of hearing.The app boasted a user-friendly interface and incorporate: high-level security measures harnessing cutting-edge encryption technologies. The verification of voter data involved meticulous three-step process: copying both sides of the ID card, reading personal card data through Near Field Communication (NFC), and capturing a personal photo of the voter.The commencement of the 10th Shura Council term signals a pivotal moment in Oman's future plans, visions, and strategic initiatives. It carries substantial domestic importance as a period that will witness heightened endeavours toward the realisation of Oman Vision 2040, spanning various economic, investment, and development sectors. Furthermore, it will play an instrumental role in shaping the course of the 10th five-year plan and charting the path for the 11th five-year plan.The election was historic as it was the first time in the Arab world that a mobile app based technology was used for the electoral process, serving as a blueprint for other nations seeking to modernise their electoral system. |
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90533 | the-times-of-india | The Times of India | PTI | Oman emerging as new choice for Indian destination weddings | There has been an almost two-fold rise in the number of Indian weddings in Oman's star-category properties compared to last year.Oman is closer and has better airline connectivity to India than other preferred destinations for Indian couples. Salalah, with it… | https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/india/oman-emerging-as-new-choice-for-indian-destination-weddings/articleshow/104599978.cms | 2023-10-21 05:18:20.000000 | There has been an almost two-fold rise in the number of Indian weddings that took place across various star-category properties located across Oman this year, compared to the corresponding period las… [+3683 chars] | Oman | There has been an almost two-fold rise in the number of Indian weddings that took place across various star-category properties located across Oman this year, compared to the corresponding period last year, officials said. A representative of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman said Omani officials began communicating with Indian wedding planners many years ago to promote the Sultanate as a potential location for Indian couples looking to experience the warmth and beauty of the country as a wedding destination. "Oman is closer and has better airline connectivity to India than other preferred destinations by Indian couples. It is also the perfect location for visitors coming from Europe and other parts of the world to attend Indian weddings," says Arjun Chadha, Country Manager India, Buzz Travel Tourism. " Salalah , with its natural topography, global hospitality brands and seamless infrastructure, is among the most sought-after destinations perfectly suited for unique weddings," Chadha told PTI in Muscat. Among the coveted wedding locations are Alila Jabal Akhdar, nestled in one of the region's highest mountains, and Alila Hinu Bay, a beach property. They offer an awe-inspiring romantic backdrop in terms of nature. Alila Hinu Bay, a 45-minute drive from Salalah airport, offers its guests a true 'Arabian Nights' experience in the old coastal town of Mirbat. Hanadi Jawhari, marketing and communication manager of Alila Hinu Bay said, "With its sophisticated design, the property carries a heavy influence of Omani architecture paired with its minimalist aesthetics that perfectly blend with the local climate and culture, including the spectacular Omani archway corridor creating a regal feel." "Many couples choose Oman for their wedding as it is a unique destination that offers warm hospitality and luxury that matches the Indian taste," she said. Puneet Singh, General Manager of Alila Jabal Akhdar Resort said, "Jabal Akhdar caters to two main sets of clientele. During winter, which spans from September to April, we welcome European guests who typically spend a few days in Muscat, a day in the desert, and a few days in the mountains. "In winter, the weather here is fantastic, making outdoor activities like hiking, exploring trails, and engaging in our signature activity, via Ferrata, very popular. Some guests simply unwind, relax, and enjoy our spa, pool, and dining options," Singh said. Among the many attractions in Oman is Muscat's oldest Muttrah fort, dating back to the 16th century. For the adrenalin-guzzled tourist, there is the option of snorkelling in the colourful coral reefs of the Daymaniyat Islands or camping under the stars in the Sharqiya Sands. The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman conducted a four-city roadshow in India this year, starting with Delhi and concluding in Mumbai after similar shows in Jaipur and Kolkata. Chadha said the roadshow got an overwhelming response from the Indian travel trade. Oman's rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and thrilling adventure activities make it an attractive destination for Indian travellers, he said. With the growing interest in offbeat and experiential travel, Oman offers a perfect blend of tradition and modernity that captivates the hearts of our travellers, he said. Wisps of frankincense smoke wafted through the bazaar as one plunged through the crowded Mutrah Souq of Muscat. The Frankincense is an integral part of Oman's culture and heritage. This aromatic resin is mostly used in incense and perfume and obtained from the bark of Boswellia genus trees. The Museum of the Land of Frankincense at Al Baleed in Salalah borders the ruins of Al Baleed Archaeological Park. Visitors can discover how trade with Frankincense and maritime strength ensured that the region flourished in the 12th century. Experience Your Economic Times Newspaper, The Digital Way! 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90540 | nan | The Times of Israel | nan | Biden offers ‘rock solid’ support for Israel, warns others against joining attack | US president decries 'appalling' violence against Israelis, says White House is in touch with regional leaders including in Saudi Arabia, Palestinian Authority, UAE | https://www.timesofisrael.com/biden-offers-rock-solid-support-for-israel-warns-others-against-joining-attack/ | 2023-10-07 20:41:04.000000 | US President Joe Biden backed Israels right to self-defense, warned other parties in the region against joining the attack against the Jewish state, and said he was in contact with leaders around the… [+3199 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90541 | nan | Bangkok Post | Nuntawun Polkuamdee | Stock investors urged to monitor Vietnam | Investors were recommended to watch the Vietnamese bourse and be prepared to grasp its potential if it is upgraded from a frontier market to an emerging stock market, says Tisco Advisory. | https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2674169/stock-investors-urged-to-monitor-vietnam | 2023-10-29 21:32:00.000000 | Investors were recommended to watch the Vietnamese bourse and be prepared to grasp its potential if it is upgraded from a frontier market to an emerging stock market, says Tisco Advisory.
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90545 | nan | The Punch | Adetutu Sobowale | Gulf states pledge $100m in ‘urgent’ aid for Gaza | The Gulf Cooperation Council on Tuesday, announced $100 million in emergency aid for the Gaza Strip, as Israel bombards targets in the enclave during its war against Hamas militants. After an extraordinary meeting in Muscat, the bloc’s foreign ministers pledg… | https://punchng.com/gulf-states-pledge-100m-in-urgent-aid-for-gaza/ | 2023-10-17 21:37:04.000000 | The Gulf Cooperation Council on Tuesday, announced $100 million in emergency aid for the Gaza Strip, as Israel bombards targets in the enclave during its war against Hamas militants.
After an extrao… [+1914 chars] | Oman | The Gulf Cooperation Council on Tuesday, announced $100 million in emergency aid for the Gaza Strip, as Israel bombards targets in the enclave during its war against Hamas militants.After an extraordinary meeting in Muscat, the bloc’s foreign ministers pledged “an urgent humanitarian relief operation” with “relief aid worth $100 million”.The top diplomats of the six GCC countries — Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — met as at least 200 people were killed in strikes on a Gaza hospital compound sheltering displaced people, said Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip.Israel blamed a misfired rocket from Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based militant group which has claimed to be fighting alongside Hamas.After the Palestinian militants of Hamas burst through Israel’s heavily fortified Gaza border 11 days ago, shooting, mutilating and burning more than 1,400 people in southern Israel, Israel’s retaliatory bombing raids have killed around 3,000 Gazans.The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP After an extraordinary meeting in Muscat, the bloc’s foreign ministers pledged “an urgent humanitarian relief operation” with “relief aid worth $100 million”.The top diplomats of the six GCC countries — Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — met as at least 200 people were killed in strikes on a Gaza hospital compound sheltering displaced people, said Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip.Israel blamed a misfired rocket from Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based militant group which has claimed to be fighting alongside Hamas.After the Palestinian militants of Hamas burst through Israel’s heavily fortified Gaza border 11 days ago, shooting, mutilating and burning more than 1,400 people in southern Israel, Israel’s retaliatory bombing raids have killed around 3,000 Gazans.The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP The top diplomats of the six GCC countries — Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates — met as at least 200 people were killed in strikes on a Gaza hospital compound sheltering displaced people, said Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip.Israel blamed a misfired rocket from Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based militant group which has claimed to be fighting alongside Hamas.After the Palestinian militants of Hamas burst through Israel’s heavily fortified Gaza border 11 days ago, shooting, mutilating and burning more than 1,400 people in southern Israel, Israel’s retaliatory bombing raids have killed around 3,000 Gazans.The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP Israel blamed a misfired rocket from Islamic Jihad, another Gaza-based militant group which has claimed to be fighting alongside Hamas.After the Palestinian militants of Hamas burst through Israel’s heavily fortified Gaza border 11 days ago, shooting, mutilating and burning more than 1,400 people in southern Israel, Israel’s retaliatory bombing raids have killed around 3,000 Gazans.The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP After the Palestinian militants of Hamas burst through Israel’s heavily fortified Gaza border 11 days ago, shooting, mutilating and burning more than 1,400 people in southern Israel, Israel’s retaliatory bombing raids have killed around 3,000 Gazans.The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP The GCC meeting’s final statement stressed “the necessity of ensuring the urgent delivery of this aid” without specifying how it will get to Gaza.Related NewsIsrael-Hamas war could inspire attacks in US, says FBI directorBolivia cuts diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza conflictMob storms Russian airport in hunt for Israelis -OfficialIn recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP In recent days, Gulf countries have sent plane-loads of assistance to Egypt’s El Arish, hoping to send it through the Rafah border point — Gaza’s only crossing that is not under Israeli control.On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP On Tuesday, hundreds of laden trucks headed along the 40-kilometre (25-mile) road from El Arish to Rafah, aid officials said.So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP So far Egypt has kept the Rafah crossing closed, both to aid going in and foreign nationals trying to flee, as Israel has repeatedly struck the Palestinian side of the crossing.GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi “called on the international community to… demand an immediate halt to all forms of military escalation against defenceless civilians in Gaza”, an English statement on the GCC website said.The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP The international community must also “categorically reject any calls to forcibly displace the Palestinian people from Gaza, as this represents a violation of basic human rights and international principles”, it added.AFP AFP |
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90639 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | India thrash Pakistan at World Cup - highlights | Watch highlights as hosts India cruise to a seven-wicket victory against Pakistan with almost 20 overs to spare at the Cricket World Cup. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/cricket/67112309 | 2023-10-14 15:15:43.000000 | Watch highlights as hosts India cruise to a seven-wicket victory against Pakistan with almost 20 overs to spare at the Cricket World Cup.
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90548 | nan | Livefromalounge.com | Live from a Lounge | Qatar Airways Privilege Club offering 30% Conversion Bonus for select bank points (Citi PremierMiles participating) | Qatar Airways is offering a massive bonus on the conversion of your credit card points into Qatar Airways Avios points. Here are the details.
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90550 | nan | CBS Sports | Sandra Herrera | USWNT coaching search continues as USA prepare to face Colombia in post-Megan Rapinoe era | The October friendlies will be the last matches for interim head coach Twila Kilgore | https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/uswnt-coaching-search-whats-next-as-usa-prepare-for-colombia-friendlies-and-build-towards-olympics/ | 2023-10-26 14:34:51.000000 | The United States women's national team will face Colombia in a two-game series beginning on Thursday, and the games will be the final matches for interim head coach Twila Kilgore, who was appointed … [+5240 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90552 | nan | Biztoc.com | arabnews.com | UAE’s non-oil trade with BRI partner countries hits $305bn in H1 | RIYADH: The UAE has witnessed a surge in non-oil trade with nations participating in China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, reaching $305 billion in the first half of 2023, revealed a senior minister. UAE’s Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Touq Al-Marri s… | https://biztoc.com/x/3537dda96ff9ef1a | 2023-10-24 09:42:07.000000 | RIYADH: The UAE has witnessed a surge in non-oil trade with nations participating in Chinas ambitious Belt and Road Initiative, reaching $305 billion in the first half of 2023, revealed a senior mini… [+272 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90553 | nan | New York Post | Shannon Thaler | McDonald’s restaurant in Lebanon ‘destroyed’ after chain gives free meals to Israeli military, hospitals | A mob of protesters in Lebanon “destroyed” a local McDonald’s restaurant, according to a social media post — after McDonald’s locations in Israel announced they were donating thousands of meals to the Israel Defense Forces and Israeli hospitals and residents … | https://nypost.com/2023/10/16/mcdonalds-under-fire-for-giving-free-meals-to-israeli-military-residents/ | 2023-10-16 19:25:20.000000 | A mob of protesters in Lebanon “destroyed” a local McDonald’s restaurant, according to a social media post — after McDonald’s locations in Israel announced they were donating thousands of meals to th… [+4160 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90555 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | Jordan, Egypt Reject Any Palestinian Displacement into Their Countries | Jordan has spearheaded Arab calls for a cease-fire in the Gaza war as casualties mount. An Israeli ground invasion to destroy Hamas, Arab analysts warn, could escalate into a wider regional conflict. Israel's peace partners, Jordan and Egypt, decry any mass t… | https://www.globalsecurity.org/military/library/news/2023/10/mil-231027-voa07.htm | nan | 2023-10-28 04:52:03.000000 | By Dale Gavlak October 27, 2023
Jordan has spearheaded Arab calls for a cease-fire in the Gaza war as casualties mount. An Israeli ground invasion to destroy Hamas, Arab analysts warn, could escalat… [+2476 chars] | Oman | By Dale Gavlak October 27, 2023 Jordan has spearheaded Arab calls for a cease-fire in the Gaza war as casualties mount. An Israeli ground invasion to destroy Hamas, Arab analysts warn, could escalate into a wider regional conflict. Israel's peace partners, Jordan and Egypt, decry any mass transfers of Palestinians to their countries. As civilian deaths rise and the humanitarian situation deteriorates in Gaza, Israel has vowed to wipe out Hamas, designated by Israel, the United States and the European Union as a terrorist organization. Former Jordanian Foreign Minister Marwan Muasher told an online Carnegie Mideast panel this week that eliminating the militants may prove difficult, as Hamas "has become an ideology and not just a movement." Muasher warned: "If the Hamas military machine is destroyed, I am afraid many other Hamases will spring up." "Military solutions of this kind cannot solve this issue. Only a political process can. The problem with a political process, I just don't see who is going to lead one." Muasher says that if Israel does not engage in a peace process leading to the establishment of a Palestinian state nor wants to govern the Palestinian majority inside the country, then he warns it may try to effect a mass transfer of Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt — which is unacceptable. "The logical conclusion that Jordan and Egypt have is that if Israel does not want the first two options, then only the third option is to try get rid of as many Palestinians as possible. That is the real concern," Muasher said. Former Egyptian lawmaker Amr Hamzawy says while Egypt is working to allow aid in for the people in Gaza, it also is "very worried about any scenario of displacement." "The Egyptian government position is fully backed by popular sentiment. We will not let our national sovereignty or the borders be abused to solve an Israeli problem of not accepting a two-state solution, of not accepting an end to the occupation, and getting rid of the Palestinian issue," Hamzawy said. On Thursday, Arab foreign ministers from Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates condemned what they called the targeting of civilians and violations of international law in Gaza. They said Israel's right to self-defense does not justify breaking the law and neglecting Palestinians' rights. They also expressed concern about a wider regional conflict developing. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant told a press conference that Israel had "no interest in expanding the war." |
90561 | nan | BusinessLine | Vinson Kurian | Cyclone formation alert over Arabian Sea, away from India’s coast | IMD predicts cyclone in South-West Arabian Sea, low-pressure area in South-East Bay of Bengal. No effect for India, but rain forecast for Odisha, West Bengal, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura. North-East monsoon to commence in next two days, light to mo… | https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/economy/agri-business/cyclone-formation-alert-over-arabian-sea-away-from-indias-coast/article67442565.ece | 2023-10-20 12:45:37.000000 | India Meteorological Department (IMD) has notified the possibility of formation of a cyclone over the South-West Arabian Sea by Saturday, away from Indias coast, as an existing well-marked low-pressu… [+2185 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90564 | nan | Biztoc.com | arabnews.com | Japan increases August crude oil imports from Saudi Arabia | TOKYO: Japan’s imports of Saudi crude oil increased slightly in August to about 27.93 million barrels or 36 percent, according to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry’s Agency for Natural Resources and Energy. In July, Japan’s imports of Saudi… | https://biztoc.com/x/c737eae205268a1f | 2023-10-03 12:46:08.000000 | TOKYO: Japans imports of Saudi crude oil increased slightly in August to about 27.93 million barrels or 36 percent, according to the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industrys Agency for Natur… [+263 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90565 | nan | Biztoc.com | marketbeat.com | Chefs’ Warehouse is Cooking Up a Bargain | The Chefs' Warehouse Inc. NASDAQ: CHEF is a wholesale distributor of high-end specialty food products ranging from meats, seafood, dairy and fresh produce to cakes, truffles and caviar. They also offer kitchen supplies and equipment. Its supply chain includes… | https://biztoc.com/x/c9d070052dd8f26a | 2023-10-17 10:36:22.000000 | The Chefs' Warehouse Inc. NASDAQ: CHEF is a wholesale distributor of high-end specialty food products ranging from meats, seafood, dairy and fresh produce to cakes, truffles and caviar. They also off… [+289 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90567 | nan | Biztoc.com | thestreet.com | Five Things to Know: Stocks slide, Powell speaks, American Express rings up record profits | 1. Stock Market Today: Stock futures slide, oil surges amid Mideast tension Stock futures are down as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell struck a neutral tone on rate hikes during a key policy speech. 2. American Express reveals record profits, 'robust' s… | https://biztoc.com/x/0cc3e0c06830268e | 2023-10-20 13:14:52.000000 | 1. Stock Market Today: Stock futures slide, oil surges amid Mideast tensionStock futures are down as Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell struck a neutral tone on rate hikes during a key policy spe… [+317 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90568 | nan | Mail.ru | РБК Life | Отдых на Занзибаре: что там можно увидеть и сколько придется потратить | Спрос на экзотический отдых в Африке у россиян уверенный | https://auto.mail.ru/article/89412-otdyih-na-zanzibare-chto-tam-mozhno-uvidet-i-skolk/ | 2023-10-14 08:00:50.000000 | . , -. Oman Air, Emirates Fly Dubai, Ethiopian Airlines, Qatar Airways.
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90569 | nan | Biztoc.com | mediaite.com | Fox News Host Blames Biden For ‘Lack Of Senate-Confirmed’ Ambassadors as Ted Cruz Holds Up Several Nominees | Fox News hosts put the blame squarely on the Biden administration for the atrocities going on between Hamas and Israel because of a lack of action on the part of President Joe Biden, and a lack of Senate-confirmed U.S. ambassadors to the region. On Tuesday’s … | https://biztoc.com/x/183faa529022e31f | 2023-10-10 19:40:09.000000 | Fox News hosts put the blame squarely on the Biden administration for the atrocities going on between Hamas and Israel because of a lack of action on the part of President Joe Biden, and a lack of Se… [+271 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90570 | nan | Biztoc.com | theweek.com | How companies are responding to the Israel-Hamas war | The debate over the conflict between Israel and Hamas isn't just raging on among individuals — companies, too have become embroiled in the war, whether willingly or unwillingly. Taking a public stance has moved off of college campuses and spread to multinatio… | https://biztoc.com/x/a52b5cde9178fb4b | 2023-10-26 08:14:07.000000 | The debate over the conflict between Israel and Hamas isn't just raging on among individuals companies, too have become embroiled in the war, whether willingly or unwillingly.Taking a public stance h… [+295 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90571 | nan | Biztoc.com | arabnews.com | GCC finance ministers discuss economic integration, cooperation | RIYADH: Financial chiefs from across the region held discussions in Muscat on Thursday focused on enhancing economic cooperation and integration among members of the Gulf Cooperation Council. Oman’s Finance Minister Sultan bin Salem Al-Habsi presided over the… | https://biztoc.com/x/726a297faf1e86ad | 2023-10-05 18:42:10.000000 | RIYADH: Financial chiefs from across the region held discussions in Muscat on Thursday focused on enhancing economic cooperation and integration among members of the Gulf Cooperation Council.Omans Fi… [+288 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90572 | nan | Marketscreener.com | Reuters | Saudi Arabia, other Arab states reaffirm commitment to voluntary oil production adjustments | (marketscreener.com) Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed their commitment to "collective and individual voluntary adjustments" to oil production, the Saudi state news agency said on Sunday.https://www.marketscreen… | https://www.marketscreener.com/news/latest/Saudi-Arabia-other-Arab-states-reaffirm-commitment-to-voluntary-oil-production-adjustments--45016010/ | 2023-10-08 18:55:16.000000 | (Reuters) - Bahrain, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates reaffirmed their commitment to "collective and individual voluntary adjustments" to oil production, the Saudi state … [+979 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90573 | nan | Biztoc.com | newsweek.com | Gaza hospital explosion: What Israel, Hamas and Joe Biden have said | The al-Ahli Hospital blast, said to have killed hundreds in Gaza, has led to each side of the Israeli-Hamas conflict blaming each other for the incident. The explosion has already led to splits within the international community. The governments of Bahrain, E… | https://biztoc.com/x/b3b8a16f9890865c | 2023-10-18 16:32:11.000000 | The al-Ahli Hospital blast, said to have killed hundreds in Gaza, has led to each side of the Israeli-Hamas conflict blaming each other for the incident.The explosion has already led to splits within… [+268 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90576 | nan | CBS Sports | CBS Sports Staff | USMNT vs. Germany prediction, odds, line, time: International Friendly picks, bets for Oct. 14, 2023 | Jon Eimer has locked in his International Friendly picks and best bets for Saturday's match between the United States and Germany | https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/usmnt-vs-germany-prediction-odds-line-time-international-friendly-picks-bets-for-oct-14-202/ | 2023-10-14 17:10:15.000000 | The United States Men's National Team face world football power Germany for the first time eight years on Saturday when they host an international friendly in East Hartford, Conn. The teams last met … [+4606 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90577 | nan | CBS Sports | Chuck Booth | Gregg Berhalter faults USMNT for not unlocking Folarin Balogun vs. Germany: 'It's about just looking for him' | In a 3-1 loss to Germany, Berhalter said his team wasn't patient enough in the final third finding their new striker | https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/gregg-berhalter-faults-usmnt-for-not-unlocking-folarin-balogun-vs-germany-its-about-just-looking-for-him/ | 2023-10-16 21:15:26.000000 | There was a lot of room for improvement after the United States lost 3-1 to Germany on Saturday in Connecticut, but one area that the team could've taken advantage of was attacking in the first half.… [+3904 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90579 | nan | CBS Sports | CBS Sports Staff | USMNT vs. Germany prediction, odds, line, time: International Friendly picks, best bets for Oct. 14, 202 | Jon Eimer has locked in his International Friendly picks and best bets for Saturday's match between the United States and Germany | https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/news/usmnt-vs-germany-prediction-odds-line-time-international-friendly-picks-best-bets-for-oct-14-202/ | 2023-10-13 19:59:44.000000 | The United States Men's National Team are ready for a test Saturday when they host four-time World Cup champions Germany in an International Friendly. The Americans are in the early stages of prepara… [+4632 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90580 | nan | The Boston Globe | Associated Press | It took nine playoff holes, but Celine Boutier outlasted Atthaya Thitikul in LPGA Maybank Championship | The nine-hole playoff tied the record for the second-longest playoff in LPGA Tour history. | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/10/29/sports/it-took-nine-playoff-holes-celine-boutier-outlasted-atthaya-thitikul-lpga-maybank-championship/ | 2023-10-29 21:40:50.000000 | In fading light and with another thunderstorm approaching, Celine Boutier made a birdie on the ninth playoff hole to defeat Atthaya Thitikul and win the Maybank Championship on the LPGA Tour on Sunda… [+4641 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90581 | nan | Globalsecurity.org | John Pike | Iran Army stages large-scale military drone drill across country | The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has started a large-scale drone drill, which features hundreds of sophisticated reconnaissance and combat drones. | https://www.globalsecurity.org/wmd/library/news/iran/2023/iran-231003-presstv02.htm | nan | 2023-10-04 09:04:50.000000 | Iran Press TV
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The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has started a large-scale drone drill, which features hundreds of sophisticated reconnaissance and combat drones.
R… [+2421 chars] | Oman | Iran Press TV Tuesday, 03 October 2023 9:12 AM The Islamic Republic of Iran Army has started a large-scale drone drill, which features hundreds of sophisticated reconnaissance and combat drones. Rear Admiral Habibollah Sayyari, the deputy chief of the Iranian Army for Coordination, said on Tuesday that nearly 200 drones cover strategic waters of the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman, all four corners of the country and its central part. According to Sayyari, the surveillance drones, operated by the four units of the Army, namely the Ground Force, Navy, Air Force and Air Defense Force, successfully carried out their intelligence-gathering and patrol missions on the first day of the Army's 1402 joint drone military exercise. "Homegrown Chamorosh, Yasir, Sadeq, Pelican vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) naval drone, Ababil-3 tactical surveillance unmanned aerial vehicle, Yazdan, Ababil-4, Ababil-5, Kaman-12 (Bow-12) and Kaman-19 drones in addition to Mohajer-6 ISTAR aircraft were flown from different bases across Iran," he said. He added that the drones monitored the country's frontiers and identified designated targets in the general zone of the exercise as well as international waters. "Due to the expansion of unmanned aerial capabilities, execution of various and numerous drone missions, and the need to coordinate such flights, the Army has as set up Zolfaqar command and control network for the drone operations," Sayyari said. "This exercise exhibits only a small fraction of the achievements made by the Islamic Republic of Iran Army in connection with domestically-developed drones," he pointed out. Iran has made great progress in the drone industry in recent years. Last month, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces Major General Mohammad Baqeri said the scope of foreign demand for sophisticated unmanned aerial vehicles developed and manufactured indigenously by the country's military specialists is much larger than its production capacity. Iran was once under arms embargoes on the purchase of foreign-made weapons, but now the Islamic Republic is faced with bans on the export of its domestically developed military products, Baqeri said on September 18. "Today, the (number of) customers of our drones are several times more than our production capacity," Major General Baqeri said, adding that "major world powers" are vying to purchase Iranian weapons. Iran has turned into a "big drone power" that is outperforming major world powers, the commander said. |
90582 | nan | The-independent.com | Andrew Feinberg | As Israel declares war, the US has no ambassador there. That’s exactly how Republicans want it | GOP obstruction of Joe Biden’s nominees is an expression of their belief in his illegitimacy, writes Andrew Feinberg | https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/us-politics/israel-us-ambassador-delay-analysis-b2427315.html | 2023-10-10 21:05:42.000000 | As Hamas fighters bulldozed and paraglided their way into Israeli territory to massacre and kidnap civilians amid a barrage of rocket fire early on Saturday morning, the account on X (formerly known … [+6728 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90609 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | Afghans in UK visa limbo as Pakistan vows to expel migrants | Afghans who worked with the UK are living in fear in Pakistan as it cracks down on migrants without visas. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-67020994 | 2023-10-13 04:17:45.000000 | Hundreds of Afghans who risked their lives to work with the UK in Afghanistan and fled the Taliban are now stuck in neighbouring Pakistan as they wait to be relocated to the UK.
Some have told the … [+9004 chars] | Pakistan | Hundreds of Afghans who risked their lives to work with the UK in Afghanistan and fled the Taliban are now stuck in neighbouring Pakistan as they wait to be relocated to the UK. Some have told the BBC their days are spent living in fear, as Pakistan starts a crackdown on migrants without visas after cross-border tensions rose. New court documents from Britain show that many face longer waits in part due to instructions by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak - apparently to save money - banning their accommodation in hotels in the UK in all but extreme cases. The UK runs two schemes to resettle Afghans in Britain. The first is the Afghan Relocation and Assistance policy (ARAP) and the second is the Afghan Citizen Resettlement Scheme (ACRS). The first is for Afghans who worked directly with British forces and their families, while the second is for those who worked in British-run civil schemes or are in vulnerable minority groups. Marzia, an assumed name, was an English teacher for the British Council. She is heavily pregnant and has been waiting for a UK visa for eight months. "My physical and mental health are not good," she says. "When the Taliban took over Afghanistan our lives were in danger. We had to live in hiding." Marzia is just one of many Afghans who worked for or with the UK before the Taliban retook power in 2021. Others include translators for the British army or worked on British-led projects to encourage democracy and equality. All were told they qualify for one of the UK's resettlement schemes. All are in Pakistan because the UK asked them to come to process their visas. Some have been here for months, others for more than a year. They have no legal access to education or work. Most we spoke to did not want to be quoted. Those who did asked for anonymity; we have changed their names. Many told us they were afraid of repercussions on their case, or that they or their family in Afghanistan could be targeted by the Taliban. The Taliban government has said there is an amnesty for Afghans who worked with international forces. Now there is a new fear: Pakistan has announced a crackdown on illegal migrants and plans to deport any without the right paperwork from the start of November. Marzia says her passport was taken by the UK authorities on her arrival and that her Pakistan visa has now expired. In late September she says she was told by her caseworker at the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) - her point of contact in Pakistan - that she should not leave her guest house. That has meant she has already missed a doctor's appointment and doesn't know what to do about the birth. "It's impossible for me to give birth to my baby inside my hotel room. There isn't any facility [or] anyone to help me," she says. "Me and my baby's health will be in danger. We worked for them, [now] it's time for them to help us." Five other people with expired Pakistan visas also said the IOM, or their guesthouse quoting the IOM said, that they should not leave the premises. When asked, the IOM told the BBC that they had "not given the advice mentioned", saying: "IOM only advises to leave information about their whereabouts at their accommodation reception when leaving the premises to ensure follow up and support when and if needed." Their plight comes as the British government and several ministers are sued by two Afghans, who say that their promised resettlement has been delayed in part by a November 2022 decision made by Mr Sunak. An email from the prime minister's office, submitted as evidence to the High Court in London yesterday, shows that Mr Sunak wanted to "manage the flow" of ARAP cases. His direction stated that those on the scheme would only be flown to the UK once suitable housing was found. Hotels were no longer an option. The email says that this "should represent an overall net saving to the taxpayer". Other emails show that the Ministry of Defence thought this applied to both UK schemes. Lawyers for the two refugees said that Mr Sunak's directive had effectively halted relocations - no visas had been issued between December 2022 and July of this year unless accommodation had been secured - and that this was done to save money. The government's lawyers said that accommodation in Pakistan was "not ideal" but "adequate", that those on the scheme had access to case workers and that there was "no legal obligation" for the government to provide education in this situation. While resettlement attempts had 'accelerated' this month - the BBC understands there are still flights bringing some Afghans to the UK - the government lawyers said there would still be about 2,300 in Pakistan on one scheme alone at the start of November. We spoke to people on both of the UK government schemes. There is no way for the UK to process visa applications in Afghanistan so those approved for the schemes are asked to make their own way to a third country - usually Pakistan - for final checks. Even leaving the country is difficult; there is a long waiting list in Afghanistan for passports and obtaining a visa for Pakistan can take months. We spoke to several people who, despite the amnesty, said they lived in hiding from the Taliban government. In Pakistan, the UK government pays for their rooms and food, and many told the BBC that they had been told to bring minimal money to avoid issues at the border. They say they were told or assumed they would only spend a few weeks in Pakistan but have found themselves stuck with no answer from the UK. One charity that works to campaign for Afghan interpreters, the Sulha Alliance, told us that many had waited for more than a year - some were nearing two. The group's co-founder Sara de Jong said the schemes were essential lifelines, but that "their execution has been too slow and ineffective". "Too many Afghan interpreters and others, who we promised to bring to safety more than two years ago, are still left in Afghanistan, or waiting in Pakistan or other third countries," Prof de Jong told the BBC. A UK government spokesperson said: "We continue to honour our commitments to bring eligible Afghans to the UK, and will arrange and pay for their travel when suitable accommodation in the UK has been secured." "The UK has so far brought around 24,600 people to safety, including thousands of people eligible for our Afghan resettlement schemes." This figure includes British citizens and others with settled status already who were evacuated from Afghanistan during the operation in 2021 as a government website explains; 21,526 were on the ACRS and ARAP programmes. The government's lawyers have said there is no set time within which a visa must be issued or people must be relocated to the UK. Jamal was a translator with the British army. He proudly shows me pictures of his time in uniform. He has spent more than five months in Islamabad and is currently staying with his children and wife in one room. He is unable to work legally, the only lessons his children have are English lessons online. "I left my parents in Afghanistan who need my support. I don't have a job here. My children missed a year of education because of Covid. After that the Taliban came [and] we missed the education of our children in Afghanistan. Now we also missed the children's education in Pakistan." He is joined by Qasim, who worked with UK authorities. He has spent six months living with his family of 10 in one room. He says he wishes he had not come. "In Afghanistan, girls can't get an education, but here none of my children can either," he told us. He feels that by joining the scheme, he would be at more risk were he to return. "Before we left Afghanistan, if our lives were at 50% danger, now they are in 100% danger." Their fear of the police in Pakistan has intensified. While they say that they were always aware of the risk of being stopped while on the street, a little over a week ago others on the ARAP programme told them that police had entered their hotel in the early hours, taking several to a police station, only to release them a few hours later. "After the police started raiding hotels, Afghans have been under a lot of stress - it has caused them psychological problems," says Qasim. "This is a severe action that no one can tolerate." Jamal agrees, saying that there are "no guarantees" he won't be among the next to be arrested. The BBC has been shown a message from the British authorities saying that they "are continuing to work with the Pakistani authorities to resolve issues around expired visas… and will take action to quickly resolve incidents should they arise". But like others the BBC spoke to, Qasim and Jamal remain nervous. As with Marzia, they do not have their passports and their Pakistan visas have expired. We asked the government about the legal status of those on the ARAP and ACRS programmes in light of the recent crackdown by Pakistan authorities on illegal migrants, but were not given a response. Pakistan has said its efforts to crack down on illegal migrants are not specific to Afghans. However, the minister who announced the policy said that 1.7 million Afghans live in Pakistan illegally. Analysts say the move is the result of increasing tension between the two countries - Pakistan has accused the Taliban of harbouring militant groups that attack Pakistanis. Afghanistan denies this and says that Pakistan police are harassing Afghans even if they have proper documentation. The fallout will affect the many Afghans who have fled across the border to Pakistan over decades. Amid the politics, those on these UK government schemes wait daily for an email or call that they will be leaving. "I supported them; I stayed with them side by side; shoulder by shoulder, and I supported them on the frontline, but I don't know what the British government is doing with us," says Jamal. "They left us behind, many years ago." "My request to the British government is to please, do something quick, and take us to the UK because [it is not] good for us here." |
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90584 | the-times-of-india | The Times of India | Neha Madaan | Cyclone 'Tej' expected to make landfall between Yemen and Oman on October 25 | The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Saturday said that the Severe Cyclonic Storm "Tej," has been steadily advancing over the southwest Arabian Sea. In the past 6 hours, the storm has moved west-northwestwards at a speed of 18 kmph. As of 1730 hours Ind… | https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/cyclone-tej-expected-to-make-landfall-between-yemen-and-oman-on-october-25/articleshow/104614543.cms | 2023-10-21 17:26:39.000000 | Drinks to lower blood pressure | Oman | PUNE: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) Saturday said that the Severe Cyclonic Storm "Tej," has been steadily advancing over the southwest Arabian Sea.In the past 6 hours, the storm has moved west-northwestwards at a speed of 18 kmph. As of 1730 hours IST on October 21, "Tej" was positioned approximately 440 km east-southeast of Socotra, Yemen, 800 km south-southeast of Salalah, Oman, and 830 km southeast of Al Ghaidah, Yemen.IMD predicted that the cyclonic storm will continue its west-northwestward trajectory and is expected to intensify further into a "very severe cyclonic storm" over the next 12 hours. Subsequently, it is likely to change direction, moving northwestwards until the morning of October 24, followed by a north-northwestward track. The storm is forecasted to make landfall between Al Ghaidah, Yemen, and Salalah, Oman, during the early hours of October 25.In light of this development, IMD has issued weather warnings associated with Cyclonic Storm "Tej" for the Southwest Arabian Sea. Fishermen are strongly advised to refrain from venturing into the Southwest Arabian Sea until October 25. Similarly, the caution extends to the Westcentral Arabian Sea, and fishermen are urged to avoid this area until the night of October 25th. Individuals currently at sea are encouraged to return to the coast immediately. |
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90587 | nan | CNA | nan | EU's Borrell: Israeli moves in Gaza break international law | BRUSSELS: European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell accused the Israeli government on Tuesday (Oct 10) of breaking international law by imposing a total blockade of Gaza in response to the | https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/eus-borrell-israeli-moves-gaza-break-international-law-3835926 | 2023-10-10 20:48:46.000000 | BRUSSELS: European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell accused the Israeli government on Tuesday (Oct 10) of breaking international law by imposing a total blockade of Gaza in response to the at… [+3210 chars] | Oman | BRUSSELS: European Union foreign policy chief Josep Borrell accused the Israeli government on Tuesday (Oct 10) of breaking international law by imposing atotal blockade of Gazain response to the attack by Palestinian militant group Hamas on Israel. After an emergency meeting to discuss the repercussions of the attack, Borrell also said an "overwhelming majority" of EU foreign ministers supported continuing aid payments for the Palestinian Authority, which governs the West Bank. Borrell made his statement the day after European Commissioner Oliver Varhelyi, a Hungarian diplomat,said all EU development aid for Palestinians was suspended- only for the Commission to disown his announcement after a backlash from EU governments. Borrell had invited the Israeli and Palestinian foreign ministers to take part by video conference in the meeting in Muscat, Oman. But Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen did not want to participate in a meeting that would also be addressed by Palestinian Authority minister Riyad al-Maliki so neither ended up taking part, officials said. Borrell repeated the EU's condemnation of attacks by Hamas that killed more than 1,000 Israelis, most of them civilians. But he said Israel's response - which has so far killed at least 770 Gazans, according to local officials - had to be in line with international humanitarian law and a decision to impose a total blockade on Gaza contravened this standard. "Israel has the right to defend (itself) but it has to be done accordingly with international law, humanitarian law, and some decisions are contrary to international law," he told reporters after the meeting. |
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90588 | nan | The Boston Globe | TARA COPP and AAMER MADHANI | Pentagon rushes defenses and advisers to Middle East as Israel’s ground assault in Gaza looms | The Pentagon has sent advisers, including a Marine Corps general versed in urban warfare, to Israel to assist in its plans to conduct a ground assault in Gaza. | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/10/24/nation/pentagon-rushes-defenses-advisers-middle-east-israels-ground-assault-gaza-looms/ | 2023-10-24 06:27:40.000000 | Glynn will also be advising on how to mitigate civilian casualties in urban warfare, the official said.
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90593 | nan | The Boston Globe | Ronen Bergman, Aaron Krolik, Paul Mozur | In cyberattacks, Iran shows signs of improved hacking capabilities | Iranian hackers are waging a sophisticated espionage campaign targeting the country’s rivals across the Middle East and attacking key defense and intelligence agencies, according to a leading Israeli-American cybersecurity company, a sign of how Iran’s quickl… | https://www.bostonglobe.com/2023/10/31/world/cyberattacks-iran-shows-signs-improved-hacking-capabilities/ | 2023-10-31 21:13:14.000000 | The malware used to infiltrate the computers also appeared to map out the networks the hackers had broken into, providing Iran with a blueprint of foreign cyberinfrastructure that could prove helpful… [+5949 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90595 | nan | DW (English) | Adil Bhat | Israel-Hamas war: Where does India stand? | India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he was "shocked" by the Hamas attack, but New Delhi seems committed to its long-running balancing act. | https://www.dw.com/en/israel-hamas-war-where-does-india-stand/a-67221612 | 2023-10-26 13:12:00.000000 | The Hamas attack on Israel prompted sharp condemnation from India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, prompting some to speculate that India might be revising its official policy which has long insisted … [+5231 chars] | Oman | nan |
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90598 | nan | Iasbaba.com | IASbaba | DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS IAS | UPSC Prelims and Mains Exam – 30th October 2023 | Archives (PRELIMS & MAINS Focus) Practice MCQs ANSWERS FOR 28th October – Daily Practice MCQs
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90600 | nan | BusinessLine | BL Kochi Bureau | CII to organise Global Ayurveda Summit in Ernakulam | The event will be organised on October 26 and 27 at Adlux International Convention Centre in Angamaly | https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/cii-to-organise-global-ayurveda-summit-in-ernakulam/article67429782.ece | 2023-10-17 10:47:50.000000 | CII Kerala is organising the 5th edition of Global Ayurveda Summit and 10th edition of Kerala Health Tourism on October 26 and 27 at Adlux International Convention Centre in Angamaly.
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90608 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | Pakistan police bust organ trafficking ring that took kidneys from hundreds | The alleged leader is accused of illegally harvesting kidneys from more than 300 people in Pakistan. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-66988933 | 2023-10-02 19:10:02.000000 | Eight members of an organ trafficking ring in north-east Pakistan have been arrested, police say.
The ring's alleged leader, Fawad Mukhtar, is accused of extracting the kidneys of more than 300 peo… [+1536 chars] | Pakistan | Eight members of an organ trafficking ring in north-east Pakistan have been arrested, police say. The ring's alleged leader, Fawad Mukhtar, is accused of extracting the kidneys of more than 300 people and transplanting them into rich clients. He had previously been arrested five times for malpractice, but managed to secure bail each time. At least three people died from having their organs harvested in this way, authorities said. The gang was believed to be operating across eastern Punjab province, as well as in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The transplants were carried out in private homes - often without the patient knowing, the chief minister of Punjab province Mohsin Naqvi said. A car mechanic is said to have worked as Mr Mukhtar's surgical assistant and helped lure vulnerable patients from hospitals. The kidneys were then sold for up to 10 million rupees (£99,000; $120,000) each, Mr Naqvi added. "The facts and figures that have come to us make the heart tremble," Mr Naqvi said during a press conference on Sunday. "There are a lot more transplants and illegal surgeries than this. These are the ones that we have confirmed." The commercial trade of human organs was made illegal in Pakistan in 2010. The punishment for those caught includes a decade-long jail term and huge fines in the hope that this will stop sales to overseas clients by exploitative doctors, middlemen, recipients and donors. However, there has been a rise in organ trafficking in the country as people struggle with low wages and a poor enforcement of the law. In January, Punjab police uncovered another organ trafficking ring after a missing 14-year-old boy was found in an underground lab after having his kidney removed. |
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90610 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | India v Pakistan: Battle of nerves at arch-rivals' cricket World Cup clash | Millions around the world will tune in this weekend to watch cricket's most epic contest. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-67086076 | 2023-10-13 01:28:51.000000 | Cricket's most famous rivalry resumes as hosts India take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the ongoing World Cup in Ahmedabad.
The match on Saturday has been described as the "blockbuster event" of the to… [+7592 chars] | Pakistan | Cricket's most famous rivalry resumes as hosts India take on arch-rivals Pakistan in the ongoing World Cup in Ahmedabad. The match on Saturday has been described as the "blockbuster event" of the tournament - millions will tune in to watch the game and the 132,000-capacity stadium is expected to be full. Both sides have made confident starts in the tournament, winning their first two matches. But India v Pakistan is one fixture where past performances don't guarantee a win. It's the ultimate test of skill, preparedness, strategy and above everything else, nerves. With millions of cheering fans who see the match as a war, it comes down to the players' ability to keep the noise out and treat it like any other game. Both teams have players who can do this to put up a performance that matches the monumental occasion. India will start as firm favourites because of their uncanny record of winning all seven World Cup matches against Pakistan. But the visitors are unpredictable. They entered the Asia Cup in September as the world's top one-day team but crashed out in the semi-finals. But when it's their day, Pakistan can dismantle any side. Their batting prowess revolves around their charismatic but often understated captain Babar Azam. His sublime stroke play is a treat to watch but what makes him special is his ability to switch gears effortlessly. He paces his innings quietly, almost like hiding in plain sight. Before his opponents realise what's happening, his score has reached the 50s or 60s and then he starts hitting fours and sixes at will. He also stays calm on the field and gives little away - no matter how the match is going. India should also take note of his average in one-day internationals, which is at 70 since the last World Cup in 2019. If he gets going, India will be in trouble. But he is not the only hurdle for them. Wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan is in scintillating form - he scored an unbeaten 131 to help his side chase down Sri Lanka's imposing target of 344 on Tuesday. Abdullah Shafique scored a century in the match and cemented his place in international cricket. Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq also have the ability to make things difficult for India. But what remains to be seen is whether they can rebuild the innings in case both Babar and Rizwan fall cheaply. If India manage to run through the top easily, they will be aiming to exploit the perceived weakness in the Pakistani middle-order. But if the visitors lack in batting, their bowling could make up for it. Pakistan's bowlers were sub-par against Sri Lanka, and the team's sloppy fielding didn't help them either. But the match against India is a theatre where every player wants to give his best performance. And that is the catalyst that Pakistan's bowlers might need to bounce back. It's often said that Pakistan is a "factory" for fast bowlers as they consistently produce pacers who have either brute speed or swinging abilities that are almost like an artform. Shaheen Shah Afridi has both. His faultless ability to bowl consistently in the right areas and set up batters for a rash shot is now well known. India will look to either play him out quietly or launch an attack to subdue him at the start. Pakistan will miss Naseem Shah as he is out because of an injury but Afridi will find fierce partners in Haris Rauf and Hasan Ali. Their spin department relies hugely on Shadab Khan and Mohammad Nawaz but there are questions over whether they can trouble Indian batters as much as their pace counterparts. India's star-studded batting line-up has the quality to mute Pakistani attack, especially spinners. Captain Rohit Sharma, who showed his class and destructive ability with a 63-ball century against Afghanistan on Wednesday, will most likely start the innings with attacking left-hander Ishan Kishan. But he will miss his regular opening partner Shubman Gill if illness forces the latter to skip the match. Gill has been in top form and his absence will be felt but India has enough bench strength to fill in for him. Seeing Rohit amass runs has cheered Indian fans. He showed signs of being in good form with his seamless cover drives, thunderous sixes and fearless pull shots. The Indian captain alone can take the game away from Pakistan if he gets going. He is an opener who likes to play deep and finish games. The right-hander scored five centuries - the most by any batter in a World Cup - in 2019. But if Pakistan can get past Rohit, they will face one of the game's all-time-greats - Virat Kohli. He is a formidable opponent for Pakistan. Just last month, he scored a fluent century against them in the Asia Cup to help his side record an emphatic win. Few can forget his masterclass of an innings where he scored 82 to help India chase down 160 in the T20 World Cup in 2022 against Pakistan. Many fans call him the "messiah" who emerges every time India need him to perform. His ability to fight till the end often motivates other players around him - KL Rahul is an example. Rahul was the other centurion against Pakistan at the Asia Cup in September. When India were in deep trouble after losing three wickets for two runs in their opening World Cup match against Australia last week, the team again looked at the "messiah" to deliver - and he did. Once again it was Rahul at the other end as the duo batted almost until the finish to take their team to the target of 200 on a difficult wicket. The batting that follows Rohit, Rahul and Kohli also offers no reprieve. Shreyas Iyer and Suryakumar Yadav are stylish batters who can drop the anchor when needed and also go into attack mode if required. Then there are the dangerous all-rounders Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja who can provide late flourishes and finish games for India. The matches between the neighbours are often seen as a contest between India's famed batters and Pakistan's fierce bowling attack. But that's not the case any more. Today India has an enviable bowling line-up who have the ability to overrun Pakistani batting. Jasprit Bumrah is almost unplayable when he finds his rhythm and he has been in good form since returning from a long injury hiatus. His pace partners Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj are different in nature but can take crucial wickets when needed. While Shami believes in controlled aggression, Siraj is all about heart and pace. But India may not go with all three pacers if the wicket at the Narendra Modi stadium offers spin. In the spin department, Kuldeep Yadav has been a revelation. His comeback to the team has been sensational. In the Asia Cup match, he made Pakistani batters sweat for each run and finished the game with five wickets, helping India record an resounding win by 228 runs. Then there is Jadeja and veteran spinner R Ashwin who can put the brakes on Pakistan's innings with their accurate bowling. But the trick lies in the right combination - whether Rohit goes with three pacers and two spinners, or the other way around, will be a tough decision. The teams are likely to wait until the last moment to fine-tune their strategy. Meanwhile, there's no doubt that fans will get to see a good game of cricket. BBC News India is now on YouTube. Click here to subscribe and watch our documentaries, explainers and features. |
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90618 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | Afghan refugees fear as Pakistan prepares for deportations | Hundreds of thousands of Afghans seeking asylum in Pakistan fear their dreams will be crushed. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-67259108 | 2023-10-31 15:58:54.000000 | Thousands of Afghans living in Pakistan raced to the border on Tuesday ahead of a midnight deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave the country.
Pakistan says 1.7 million such people must leave… [+5393 chars] | Pakistan | Thousands of Afghans living in Pakistan have raced to the border to beat a Wednesday deadline for undocumented foreigners to leave the country. Pakistan says 1.7 million such people must leave by 1 November or face arrest and deportation. Most are Afghans. Many refugees are terrified, having fled Afghanistan after the Taliban retook control in 2021. Others have been in Pakistan for decades. The deadline to leave technically expired at midnight on Tuesday. However Pakistani media report that those who are in transit to leave the country will be allowed to continue their journeys throughout the day. "Where will we go if we are forced to leave Pakistan?" asked one young woman. Sadia, who has been studying in Peshawar in north-west Pakistan, said she escaped Afghanistan two years ago for a chance at getting an education, after the Taliban government barred girls and women from school under its harsh version of Islamic law. "I am studying here in Pakistan and I wish to continue my education here. If we are forced to leave, I will not be able to continue my study in Afghanistan. My parents, my sister and brother are scared about the future," she told BBC Urdu. Tensions between the countries soared after a spike in cross-border attacks, which Islamabad blames on Afghanistan-based militants. Afghanistan's Taliban government, who deny providing sanctuary for militants targeting Pakistan, have called the move to deport undocumented Afghans "unacceptable". Throngs of refugees rushed to the border with Afghanistan on Tuesday - the last day for them to leave or be deported - on trucks overflowing with clothes and furniture. Close to 200,000 Afghans have returned home as of Monday, Pakistan said. Reports said 20,000 journeyed to the border on Tuesday as time to leave ran out. Eight in 10 who left said they feared being arrested if they stayed, according to a UN report. Many of these refugees, who fled Afghanistan after the Taliban retook control of the government, fear that their dreams and livelihoods will be crushed - yet again. But Pakistan, which has been wrestling with an economic crisis in recent years, is short of patience. In July, the Pakistani rupee saw its sharpest drop against the dollar since October 1998. The UN's human rights office urged Pakistani authorities to stop deportations to avoid a "human rights catastrophe". "We believe many of those facing deportation will be at grave risk of human rights violations if returned to Afghanistan, including arbitrary arrest and detention, torture, cruel and other inhuman treatment," said Ravina Shamdasani, spokeswoman of the UN's human rights office. The Taliban government have all but broken their earlier promises to give women the right to work and study - the suppression of women's rights under their rule is the harshest in the world, Girls in Afghanistan are only allowed to attend primary school. They are not allowed in parks, gyms and pools. Beauty salons have been shut and women are required to be dressed in head-to-toe clothing. Earlier this year, the Taliban government also burned musical instruments, claiming music "causes moral corruption". Afghan singer Sohail said he fled the Afghan capital Kabul "with only some clothes" the night the Taliban seized control of the city in August 2021. "I cannot live as a musician in Afghanistan," said Mr Sohail, whose family of musicians have been trying to make ends meet in Peshawar. "We are facing a critical time, as we have no other options, the Taliban do not accept music in Afghanistan and we have no other options for livelihoods," he said. The Taliban government says it has set up a commission to provide basic services, including temporary accommodation and health services, to returning Afghans. "We assure them that they will return to their country without any worries and adopt a dignified life," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on X, formerly known as Twitter. Pakistan has taken in hundreds of thousands of Afghan refugees over decades of war. About 1.3 million Afghans are registered as refugees while another 880,000 have received the legal status to remain, according to the UN. But another 1.7 million people are in the country "illegally", Pakistan's Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti said on 3 October, when he announced the expulsion order. The UN's figures differ - it estimates that there are more than two million undocumented Afghans living in Pakistan, at least 600,000 of whom arrived after the Taliban returned to power. Mr Bugti's order came after a spike in violence near Pakistan's border with Afghanistan, often involving armed fighters including the Tehrik-e Taliban Pakistan (TTP) - often known as the Pakistani Taliban - and the Islamic State militant group. The minister claimed "14 out of 24" suicide bombings in Pakistan this year were carried out by Afghan nationals. "There are no two opinions that we are attacked from within Afghanistan and Afghan nationals are involved in attacks on us... We have evidence," he said according to state media reports. Unauthorised refugees will be deported if they do not leave, Mr Bugti said on Monday. He stressed the crackdown was not aimed at specific nationalities, but acknowledged that those affected are mainly Afghans. Earlier in September, Pakistan was hit by two suicide bombings which killed at least 57 people. No group claimed responsibility for the attack, with the TTP denying involvement - though Mr Bugti said one of the suicide bombers had been identified as an Afghan national. |
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90619 | abc-news | ABC News | EMMANUEL IGUNZA Associated Press | Elite Kenyan police unit goes on trial over killing of prominent journalist last year | An elite Kenyan police unit has gone on trial on charges of wrongful death in the killing an outspoken Pakistani journalist in Nairobi a year ago | https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/elite-kenyan-police-unit-trial-killing-prominent-pakistani-104501415 | 2023-10-31 07:58:21.000000 | NAIROBI, Kenya -- An elite Kenyan police unit went on trial Tuesday on charges of wrongful death in the killing of an outspoken Pakistani journalist in Nairobi a year ago. The case was jointly filed … [+2964 chars] | Pakistan | NAIROBI, Kenya --An elite Kenyan police unit went on trial Tuesday on charges of wrongful death in the killing of an outspoken Pakistani journalist in Nairobi a year ago. The case was jointly filed by the journalist's widow and two Kenyan journalists' unions. Arshad Sharif was killed Oct. 23, 2022, when the car he was in with another Pakistani man sped up and drove through a roadblock checkpoint outside the Kenyan capital and police opened fire. Nairobi police at the time expressed regret over the shooting, saying it was a case of “mistaken identity” during a search for a similar car involved in a child abduction case. The 50-year-old journalist had fled Pakistan earlier that year to avoid arrest at home on charges of maligning Pakistan’s national institutions — a phrase used for critics of the powerful military, which has ruled Pakistan for half of its 75-year history. He stayed briefly in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom before arriving in Kenya. A team of Pakistani investigators later said Sharif's killing was a “planned assassination.” His widow, Javeria Siddique, filed the case against the Kenyan police unit, known as the General Service Unit or GSU, that was involved in the shooting. Kenyan police claimed Sharif did not stop at a roadblock on the outskirts of Nairobi but his family and Pakistani investigators disagreed, saying Shariff’s killing was planned in Pakistan. “I am suing the GSU because they committed the crime openly," Siddique said earlier in a phone interview with The Associated Press. "For me, it was a targeted assassination because he was living in hiding in Kenya after receiving threats in Pakistan.” The case is being heard at the Kajiado High Court on the outskirts of Nairobi and along with Siddique, the Kenya Union of Journalists and the Kenya Correspondents have been listed as joint petitioners. The plaintiffs' submission to court accuses Kenyan authorities of “failing to prosecute officers involved in the wrongful death of Arshad” and demands “a public apology to the family of Sharif.” “It has taken us some time to go to court because we thought investigations will be carried out, and the officer who pulled the trigger prosecuted," a statement from the union said. “Nothing so far has happened, so we are justified to go to court.” Ochiel Dudley, the lawyer representing Shariff’s widow, said his legal team is "assisting the family to pursue justice in Kenya.” In Islamabad, police have charged two Kenyan-based Pakistani businessmen who had hosted Sharif in the East African country with involvement in his killing. The case has drawn international criticism from rights groups. “Arshad Sharif was politically persecuted in Pakistan and sought safety in Kenya, only to meet death,” said Muthoki Mumo, the Committee to Protect Journalists' sub-Saharan Africa representative. “A year later, Kenyan authorities have dismally failed in their responsibility to credibly and swiftly investigate the killing," she added. “His family and colleagues deserve justice, and a more credible accounting of the circumstances surrounding his death than the dubious story provided by the police.” |
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90621 | nan | MarketWatch | Ciara Linnane | IPO Report: Gamer Pakistan stock opens with a gain on the Nasdaq, then turns lower | Gamer Pakistan, the esports company that's the first Pakistani entity to list on a U.S. exchange, saw its stock rise Monday in its trading debut on Nasdaq. | https://www.marketwatch.com/story/gamer-pakistan-stock-opens-with-a-gain-on-the-nasdaq-then-turns-lower-b379640b | https://images.mktw.net/im-863223/social | 2023-10-09 15:52:00.000000 | The company raised $6.8 million in its initial public offering by selling 1.7 million shares priced at $4 each. With 25.6 million shares outstanding, the company had a valuation of $102.4 million at … [+5033 chars] | Pakistan | nan |
90622 | time | Time | EBRAHIM NOROOZI and RAHIM FAIEZ / AP | Another 6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Part of Western Afghanistan | The magnitude 6.3 earthquake on Wednesday was about 28 kilometers (17 miles) outside Herat, the provincial capital, and 10 kilometers (6 miles) deep. | https://time.com/6322605/another-earthquake-western-afghanistan/ | 2023-10-11 15:47:36.000000 | CHAHAK, Afghanistan Another strong earthquake shook western Afghanistan on Wednesday morning after an earlier one killed more than 2,000 people and flattened whole villages in Herat province in what … [+5419 chars] | Pakistan | CHAHAK, Afghanistan — Another strong earthquake shook western Afghanistan on Wednesday morningafter an earlier one killed more than 2,000 peopleand flattened whole villages in Herat province in what was one of the most destructive quakes in the country’s recent history. The magnitude 6.3 earthquake on Wednesday was about 28 kilometers (17 miles) outside Herat, the provincial capital, and 10 kilometers (6 miles) deep, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. It triggered a landslide that blocked the main Herat-Torghondi highway, Information Ministry spokesman Abdul Wahid Rayan said. Janan Sayiq, a spokesman for the Afghan Taliban government’s national disaster authority said Wednesday's earthquake killed at least one person and injured around 120 others. The aid group Doctors Without Borders said Herat Regional Hospital received 117 who got injured in Wednesday’s temblor. The group, also known by its French acronym MSF, said it sent additional medical supplies to the hospital and was setting up four more medical tents at the facility. “Our teams are assisting in triaging emergency cases and managing stabilized patients admitted in the medical tents,” MSF said on X, formerly known as Twitter. Wednesday’s quake also flattened all 700 homes in Chahak village, which was untouched by the tremors of previous days. Now there are mounds of soil where dwellings used to be. But no deaths have been reported so far in Chahak because people have taken shelter in tents this week, fearing for their lives as tremors continue to rock Herat. Villagers are distraught over the loss of their homes and livestock, often their only possessions, and worry about the coming harsh winter months. Some said they had never seen an earthquake before and wondered when the shaking of the ground would stop. Many said they have no peace of mind inside the tents for fear the "ground will open and swallow us at any moment.” The epicenter of Saturday's quake — also of the same magnitude 6.3 — was about 40 kilometers (25 miles) northwest of the provincial capital, and several aftershocks have been strong. Taliban officials said more than 2,000 had died across Heratafter the earlier quakes. They subsequently said the quakes killed and injured thousands but didn't give a breakdown of casualties. Besides rubble and funerals after Saturday’s devastation,there is little left of the villages in the region's dusty hills. Survivors are struggling to come to terms with the loss of multiple family members and in many places, living residents are outnumbered by volunteers who had come to search the debris and dig mass graves. In Naib Rafi, a village that previously had about 2,500 residents, people said almost no one was still alive besides men who were working outside when the quake struck. Survivors worked all day with excavators to dig long trenches for mass burials. On a barren field in the district of Zinda Jan, a bulldozer removed mounds of earth to clear space for a long row of graves. “It is very difficult to find a family member from a destroyed house and a few minutes to later bury him or her in a nearby grave, again under the ground,” said Mir Agha, from the city of Herat, who had joined hundreds of volunteers to help the locals. Nearly 2,000 houses in 20 villages were destroyed, the Taliban have said. The area hit by the quakes has just one government-run hospital. On Tuesday, U.N. deputy spokesman Farhan Haq said Zinda Jan was the worst-affected area, with more than 1,300 people killed and nearly 500 people still reported missing. He said U.N. satellite imagery also indicated extreme levels of destruction in the district of Injil. “Our humanitarian colleagues warn that children are particularly vulnerable and have suffered severe psychological distress from the earthquake,” he said. Earthquakes are common in Afghanistan, where there are a number of fault lines and frequent movement among three nearby tectonic plates. Afghans are still reeling from recent quakes, including themagnitude 6.5 earthquake in Marchthat struck much of western Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan, and an earthquake thathit eastern Afghanistan in June 2022, flattening stone and mud-brick homes and killing at least 1,000 people. Zabihullah Mujahid, the main spokesman for the Taliban government, listed the countries that have so far aided the people affected by the quake in Herat, in a statement posted on X. He said Iran sent 15 vehicles loaded with aid alongside support and technical teams, while Turkey sent medical teams food, non-food items and medicine. The United Arab Emirates and Turkmenistan also helped with food, medicine, and clothes. He added a technical team of 49 members from Kazakhstan is assisting those affected by the quake. In his post, Mujahid said Saudi Arabia provided financial assistance to the people of Herat while China donated $200,000 in cash aid through the Afghan Foreign Affairs ministry. Neighboring Pakistan is among the countries that have offered assistance but the delivery of its humanitarian aid has been on hold since Monday. On Wednesday morning, the pledged supplies had yet to leave Pakistan. Authorities were waiting for “clearance” from the Taliban, two government officials in Islamabad said, speaking on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the media. Ties between the two countries have come under pressure sincePakistan announced a deadlinefor undocumented migrants, including 1.7 million Afghans living illegally in the country, to leave before Oct. 31 to avoid arrests and forced deportation. |
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90623 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | Bishan Singh Bedi: Indian cricket legend dies aged 77 | One of the world's finest spin bowlers, Bishan Bedi took 1,560 first-class wickets, the highest by an Indian. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-59047519 | 2023-10-23 11:19:04.000000 | Indian cricket legend Bishan Singh Bedi has died aged 77 after a prolonged illness.
He was battling age-related illnesses and had undergone a few surgeries in recent years.
Bedi, regarded as one of… [+5251 chars] | Pakistan | Indian cricket legend Bishan Singh Bedi has died aged 77 after a prolonged illness. He was battling age-related illnesses and had undergone a few surgeries in recent years. Bedi, regarded as one of the world's finest ever spin bowlers, captained India in 22 of his 67 Tests and took 266 wickets. He made his debut against West Indies in 1966 and played his last Test against England at The Oval in 1979. Bedi also played English county cricket for Northamptonshire and finished his career with 1,560 first-class wickets, the highest by any Indian bowler. Bedi was an integral part of a famed quartet of India's world-beating spin bowlers in the 1960s and 70s, which included Erapalli Prasanna, Bhagwat Chandrasekhar and Srinivas Venkataraghavan. In 2021, Bedi was picked by readers for a place in BBC Sport's all-time India Test XI. Born in Amritsar in India's Punjab state, Bedi began playing cricket at school. When he turned 20, he became the 113th cricketer to represent India in Tests. Over a 12-year career his best bowling performance came in 1969 when he picked up seven wickets for 98 runs against Australia in Kolkata (then known as Calcutta), a Test match that India lost. In his trademark pink or bright blue turban, Bedi was a spin bowling purist's dream. With a languid run-up and a fluid action, bowling came naturally to him. Cricket writer H Natarajan described the left arm spinner as "stealthy, silent and deadly, a master of deception who conjured variations in flight, loop, spin and pace without any perceptible change in action". "Bedi flighted the ball higher than any bowler in international cricket; if he could challenge quick-footed batsmen thus, it was only because his command was so complete that he would make the ball descend far quicker than it went up," wrote Ramachandra Guha, a historian and author of A Corner of a Foreign Field, a book on Indian cricket. Former India wicketkeeper Syed Kirmani, who played 88 Tests for India, once said Bedi had so much variation that he could "bowl six different deliveries in an over". West Indies legend Sir Garry Sobers, one of the greatest all-rounders ever to play cricket, said Bedi "took the weight off the ball nicely". Mike Brearley, one of England's greatest captains, called his bowling "beautiful". And Australia great Sir Donald Bradman, widely regarded as the game's best batter of all time, felt that "Bedi was a real study for the connoisseur and amongst the finest bowlers of his type". Bedi was also a rare outspoken cricketer, often getting embroiled in controversies. In 1976, he declared India's second innings at 97-5 against Clive Lloyd's West Indies at Kingston, Jamaica, in protest against intimidatory bowling by the hosts. Three India batters were out of the game after being hit by West Indian quick bowlers, and Bedi said it was not a declaration because there were no fit players to come out and bat. West Indies won the game by 10 wickets. In 1977, he accused England left-arm fast bowler John Lever of using Vaseline to swing the ball during a tour of India. The next year, he forfeited a match against Pakistan, alleging partisan umpiring. In 1990, as the national coach, he threatened to dump the India team in the sea after they lost a match against Australia. In 2002, he launched a stunning attack on Sri Lanka's spin legend Muttiah Muralitharan, accusing him of throwing. "If Murali doesn't chuck, then show me how to bowl," Bedi said in an interview published in Wisden Cricket Asia. Back in 1978, he refused a lucrative contract from Kerry Packer to play World Series Cricket, a rebel tournament in Australia, later recounting that Packer's agent had approached him three times with substantial offers. Decades later, he upbraided player auctions in the Indian Premier League, saying that he "just did not like players being treated like horses being sold to the highest bidder". At home, Bedi never pulled his punches while criticising cricket board officials. He asked for his name to be taken off from a stand at the main cricket stadium in Delhi in protest against the statue of a dead politician belonging to the ruling BJP being installed. He once appeared on a TV programme without permission and sought higher match fees for his team. "If speaking one's mind is a crime, then I am guilty several times over," he said once. Bedi was an intensely social person and a flamboyant personality. His daughter remembered a "home full of free-flowing alcohol, food and an insurmountable amount of loud laughter". He loved dogs and brought various breeds from kennel clubs home from his stints in the UK. The "sardar of spin" - as he was popularly called in India - had an infectious sense of humour. In England, he once picked up two dogs from a kennel, named them Charles and Diana and took them to India. At the London airport, an official asked him, "Are you taking the mickey out of our royalty?". A deadpan Bedi replied: "No! I am taking the royalty with me." The wisecrack summed up Bedi in many ways: an irreverent personality, and a rebel of sorts. And of course, one of the greatest cricketers of all time. |
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90624 | nan | Brown.edu | nan | U.S. federal price tag for the post-9/11 wars is over $8T | The Costs of War Project is a team of 35 scholars, legal experts, human rights practitioners, and physicians, which began its work in 2011. We use research and a public website to facilitate debate about the costs of the post-9/11 wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, a… | https://watson.brown.edu/costsofwar/figures/2021/BudgetaryCosts | nan | 2023-10-05 18:30:24.000000 | U.S. BUDGETARY COSTS The vast economic impact of the U.S. post-9/11 wars goes beyond the Pentagon's "Overseas Contigency Operations" (War) budget. This chart and the attached paper estimate the more … [+85 chars] | Pakistan | nan |
90627 | business-insider | Business Insider | Filip De Mott | Demand destruction will outweigh a wider Mideast conflict in oil markets, JPMorgan says | Israel's past conflicts have rarely resulted in major turmoil for oil markets, JPMorgan wrote. | https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/commodities/oil-price-outlook-demand-destruction-israel-hamas-war-mideast-impact-2023-10 | https://i.insider.com/6532da29be9edfa8eda67cf1?width=1200&format=jpeg | 2023-10-20 20:05:45.000000 | The Israeli army deployed troops and armored vehicles to the Gaza border as the deadline to evacuate northern Gaza approached.Mostafa Alkharouf/Anadolu via Getty Images
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90628 | bbc-news | BBC News | https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews | Who's behind Israel-Gaza disinformation and hate online? | How false claims, conspiracy theories and hateful content shapes the general public's view of the war. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-67114313 | 2023-10-15 07:46:02.000000 | Social media has been awash with false claims, conspiracy theories and hateful content surrounding what's happening in Israel and Gaza - and questions over whether inauthentic accounts are being used… [+6650 chars] | Pakistan | Social media has been awash with false claims, conspiracy theories and hateful content surrounding what's happening in Israel and Gaza - and questions over whether inauthentic accounts are being used to manipulate the conversation. As violence unfolds on the ground, I've been looking into who is behind this. When I opened up my TikTok For You Page earlier this week, I was met with a video showing a young Israeli woman being taken hostage by Hamas fighters on 7 October. The footage was shocking. When I scrolled through the comments, the reaction was not what I expected. While some were distressed by the post, other users falsely suggested this footage was not what it seemed. They said the woman in it is "not a civilian" but a soldier, or that the clips had been staged to frame Hamas. Some claimed there's no evidence the group have acted violently towards hostages. The clip, which has been verified by the BBC, shows a young woman covered in blood being pushed into a car by armed men. It was filmed on the outskirts of Gaza City in Sheijia. I scrolled through several more videos and posts about hostages on other social media sites and spotted similar comments. Israeli people are subject to compulsory national service - but evidence suggests many of those taken hostage by Hamas are civilians, like the people featured in these videos. The hostages include festival-goers and children. Disinformation is not limited to accounts seeking to undermine violence against hostages, either. Profiles supporting the actions of the Israeli government have also shared misleading and hateful content. One account I came across this weekend shared a video falsely suggesting Palestinian people were faking their injuries in Gaza. The footage was actually from a 2017 report about a makeup artist working on Palestinian films and with charities. All of these claims were not just shocking to me - they affect the wider understanding of what's happening. Successful attempts to distort and confuse the online conversation make it a lot harder to get to the truth of what's unfolding on the ground if you're relying on social media for updates. That can have serious implications for the international community when it comes to investigating allegations of war crimes, providing aid and figuring out what's happening where. Sometimes, the source of these misleading posts is easier to identify. Take, for example, celebrities, like popstar Justin Bieber, who inadvertently shared a post on Instagram asking people to "pray for Israel' - but used images showing the destruction of Gaza by Israeli forces. Several accounts on X (formerly known as Twitter) with a track record of pushing conspiracy theories about crises have amplified misleading posts in what seems to be a bid to either downplay or exaggerate what's happening on the ground. That includes sharing old videos from different wars and footage from video games, which the accounts claim is from the current situation in Israel and Gaza. Some very active accounts on X sharing pro-Israel content and anti-Muslim posts appear to be based in India and express support for the country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I want to try to get to the bottom of the profiles whose identities and locations are less obvious. Several of the accounts suggesting that hostages were soldiers rather than civilians seem to belong to real, younger people. They have otherwise shared funny memes or football clips to their profiles. Some have posted pictures with slogans like "Free Palestine". When I message them they tell me they are based in Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. For some profiles, whether they're real people is less obvious. A handful have posted about an eclectic mix of political topics; in support of Russian President Putin and the war in Ukraine, as well as about former US President Donald Trump. Several of these accounts are newly set up or have recently become active. In the past, both the Israeli government and Hamas militants have faced accusations of trying to distort online narratives with "bot" networks - inauthentic accounts used to repeatedly push divisive or misleading ideas. According to Cyabra, a company based in Israel that analyses social media, one in five accounts taking part in conversations about the attacks committed by Hamas since 7 October are fake. "Fake" in this context can mean they are automatically operated - but others could also be run by real people posing under false identities. The company says they've found approximately 40,000 fake accounts, including on X and TikTok. It says some of these profiles have been spreading misleading claims in support of Hamas and suggesting - for example - that militants were compassionate to hostages in situations where evidence suggests otherwise. That does not rule out the existence of inauthentic pro-Israel accounts, too. There are clues we can use to identify an account as inauthentic. For example, if a profile is newly set up and is suddenly sharing a large amount of divisive, misleading and at times conflicting content. Ultimately, though, determining whether a profile is actually fake and who exactly is behind it is a very difficult task. It requires information from the social media companies that journalists don't often have access to. Social media sites have been widely criticised over the spread of disinformation this week. The EU is investigating X over the possible spread of terrorist and violent content, and hate speech. Former Twitter (X) employees have previously told me how the company is no longer able to protect against state-co-ordinated disinformation following layoffs under new owner Elon Musk. Ray Serrato, who tackled state-sanctioned campaigns at the social media company, told me how his former team was "decimated" after the takeover. According to him, that means a number of key experts who "covered special regions" - including in the Middle East - and whose job it was to deal with specific co-ordinated disinformation operations, are no longer at the company. X has not responded to the BBC's request for comment. The social media site this week said it had removed hundreds of Hamas-affiliated accounts from the platform. In TikTok's Community Guidelines, the company says it has "increased dedicated resources to help prevent violent, hateful, or misleading content on TikTok" in relation to the current situation. The way that disinformation spreads on X, TikTok and other platforms can shape the general public's view of the situation in both Gaza and Israel. That in turn could also put pressure on the politicians making big decisions about what's unfolding. |
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90630 | nan | Lifehacker.com | Claire Lower | Everything You Wanted to Know About Salt but Were Too Afraid to Ask | I’m not being hyperbolic when I say salt is the most important seasoning of all time. It makes things taste salty, sure, but it also makes things taste like better versions the themselves, and more importantly, salt is a powerful preservative and natural anti… | https://lifehacker.com/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-salt-but-were-too-a-1850851318 | 2023-10-13 17:30:00.000000 | Im not being hyperbolic when I say salt is the most important seasoning of all time. It makes things taste salty, sure, but it also makes things taste like better versions the themselves, and more im… [+11029 chars] | Pakistan | nan |
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90631 | nan | Space.com | mwall@space.com (Mike Wall) | China recruits Pakistan and Belarus for its planned moon base | Pakistan and Belarus just became partners on the International Lunar Research Station, which China aims to build on the moon in the 2030s. | https://www.space.com/china-ilrs-moon-base-partners-belarus-pakistan | 2023-10-24 16:29:40.000000 | Space is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.
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90633 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | Impressive India demolish poor Pakistan | India demolish Pakistan as the most eagerly awaited contest of the World Cup so far turns into a one-sided anti-climax in Ahmedabad. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/67110949 | 2023-10-14 14:44:46.000000 | <table>
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90635 | abc-news | ABC News | The Associated Press | Russia's Duma votes to revoke ratification of global nuclear test ban | The lower house of Russia’s parliament has approved a bill revoking the ratification of a global nuclear test ban treaty, a move Moscow described as putting it on par with the United States | https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/lower-house-russian-parliament-votes-revoke-ratification-global-104065643 | 2023-10-18 11:40:14.000000 | MOSCOW -- The lower house of Russia's parliament on Wednesday gave its final approval to a bill revoking the ratification of a global nuclear test ban treaty, a move Moscow described as putting it on… [+1413 chars] | Pakistan | MOSCOW --The lower house of Russia's parliament on Wednesday gave its final approval to a bill revoking the ratification of a global nuclear test ban treaty, a move Moscow described as putting it on par with the United States. The State Duma lawmakers voted unanimously to revoke the ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty in the third and final reading on Wednesday. The bill will now go to the upper house, the Federation Council, which will consider it next week. Federation Council lawmakers have already said they will support the bill. The legislation was introduced to parliament following a statement from Russian President Vladimir Putin, who warned earlier this month that Moscow could revoke its 2000 decision to ratify the treaty to “mirror” the stand taken by the United States, which has signed but not ratified the nuclear test ban. The treaty, adopted in 1996, bans all nuclear explosions anywhere in the world, although it has never fully entered into force. In addition to the U.S., it is yet to be ratified by China, India, Pakistan, North Korea, Israel, Iran and Egypt. There are widespread concerns that Russia could resume nuclear tests to try to discourage the West from offering military support to Ukraine. Many Russian hawks have spoken in favor of a resumption. Putin has said that while some experts have talked about the need to conduct nuclear tests, he hasn’t yet formed an opinion on the issue. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said last week that Moscow will continue to respect the ban and will only resume nuclear tests if Washington does so first. Even after de-ratifying the treaty, Russia will remain a signatory, which “means that they still agree to abide by the terms of the treaty," so “it's not clear that we’re looking at the immediate restart of nuclear testing,” said Patricia Lewis, research director for international security at Chatham House, a London-based think tank. But the Russians are indeed challenging “the whole legislation that they helped set up on in terms of arms control, in terms of nonproliferation, in terms of stability, strategic stability, regional stability,” Lewis said. “From the bigger picture, what we’re seeing is an unraveling of the constraints and the checks and balances that we have in the system for controlling these horrific, inhumane weapons,” the analyst said. |
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90637 | nan | Space.com | mwall@space.com (Mike Wall) | Virgin Galactic launches 1st Pakistani to space on 4th commercial spaceflight | Namira Salim became the first person from Pakistan to reach space today (Oct. 6), a milestone she achieved on Virgin Galactic's 'Galactic 04' mission. | https://www.space.com/virgin-galactic-first-pakistani-space-galactic04 | 2023-10-06 16:57:52.000000 | Space is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Visit our corporate site.
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90638 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | Afghanistan stun Pakistan in World Cup thriller | Afghanistan secure highest ever run chase in one-day international cricket with a stunning eight-wicket win over Pakistan in Chennai. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/67193511 | 2023-10-23 16:43:06.000000 | <table>
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90640 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | World Cup: Pakistan bat first against Afghanistan | Follow live text, in-play video clips and radio commentary as Pakistan play Afghanistan in the Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/live/cricket/66858465 | 2023-10-22 16:10:27.000000 | Morning!
We're back with more World Cup action after a manic weekend saw Sri Lanka get their first win on the board, England suffer a record defeat and India marching on unbeaten.
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90641 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | Shaheen takes early wicket for Pakistan | Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi makes an early breakthrough as India's Shubman Gill edges him to Shabab Khan at the Cricket World Cup. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/cricket/67111653 | 2023-10-14 12:52:32.000000 | Pakistan's Shaheen Afridi makes an early breakthrough as India's Shubman Gill edges him to Shabab Khan at the Cricket World Cup.
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90642 | nan | Digital Trends | Blair Marnell | 3 rom-coms on Hulu you need to watch in October | There are three rom-coms that you need to watch in Hulu, including a sci-fi romance, a story of star-crossed lovers, and a modern arranged marriage. | https://www.digitaltrends.com/movies/three-rom-coms-on-hulu-you-need-to-watch-in-october-2023/ | 2023-10-09 21:30:14.000000 | Do you need a break from all of the horror films and TV shows on Hulu this month? If so, we’ve found the three rom-coms that are going to brighten your days on Hulu in October.
Beyond Shaun of the D… [+2709 chars] | Pakistan | Do you need a break from all of the horror films and TV shows onHuluthis month? If so, we’ve found the three rom-coms that are going to brighten your days on Hulu in October. BeyondShaun of the Dead, there aren’t a lot of successful unions between horror and romance. But one of this month’s picks is a blend of science fiction and romance. The other two picks include a classic Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant romance flick and a more recent romantic story that completely flew under the radar last year. These are the three rom-coms onHuluthat you need to watch in October. Robotstakes place almost a decade in the future, where androids are almost human-like, and there are no Blade Runners hunting them down when they go rogue. Regardless, it is illegal to have near-perfect humanandroiddoubles, which doesn’t stop Elaine (Shailene Woodley) and Charles (Jack Whitehall) from sending their identical duplicates out to do the hard work of living, dating, and scamming. This all goes wrong when the robot doubles, E2 and C2, decide that they’re really in love. The androids start off their affair with a crime spree while stealing the identities of their masters. That forces Elaine and Charles to team up to find their renegade robots in order to reclaim their identities. And they clearly don’t like each other as much as their doubles do. WatchRobotsonHulu. Notting Hillcame out in theaters almost a quarter century ago, and yet its premise has never been more relevant than it is now.Julia Roberts, in one of her best rom-coms ever, stars as Anna Scott, an actress who is basically as famous as the woman who portrays her. Local bookstore owner Will Thacker (Hugh Grant) wasn’t aware of this the first time that he met Anna. But they both felt sparks, and they keep coming back to each other for love and perhaps something more. Unfortunately, the press’ interest in Anna’s love life is overwhelming for both Will and Anna. That alone may keep them from ever discovering if they can make a life together. WatchNotting HillonHulu. The lateTina Turnerhas nothing to do with the newest film calledWhat’s Love Got To Do With It?, but the question itself is at the forefront of the film. Lily James stars as Zoe Stevenson, a filmmaker who is fascinated by her best friend, Kaz Khan (Shazad Latif), and his plans to enter an arranged marriage with a young woman, Maymouna (Sajal Ali), from their native Pakistan. Zoe decides to follow Kaz back to Pakistan and make a film about the experience. But what Kaz soon discovers is that he and Maymouna have very little in common. In fact, Kaz may be a better romantic match with Zoe, but it may be far too late for those two to find love with each other. WatchWhat’s Love Got To Do With It?onHulu. |
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90643 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | Pakistan win comfortably to knock out Bangladesh | Watch highlights as Pakistan easily beat Bangladesh by seven-wickets in Kolkata to knock the Tigers out of the Cricket World Cup. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/cricket/67271755 | 2023-10-31 15:49:23.000000 | 'You have one chance, be ready' - Xavi's advice to Guiu before debut. Video, 00:00:57'You have one chance, be ready' - Xavi's advice to Guiu before debut | Pakistan | nan |
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90646 | al-jazeera-english | Al Jazeera English | Abid Hussain | Why is Pakistan deporting undocumented Afghans? | Afghan government has called Pakistan's decision to expel Afghans living in the country without approval 'unacceptable'. | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/10/6/why-is-pakistan-deporting-undocumented-afghans | 2023-10-06 09:52:05.000000 | Islamabad, Pakistan Pakistans government has announced that all undocumented migrants and refugees must leave Pakistan by the beginning of next month, either voluntarily or by force.
Hundreds of tho… [+3818 chars] | Pakistan | The Afghan government has called Pakistan’s decision to expel Afghans living in the country without approval ‘unacceptable’. Islamabad, Pakistan– Pakistan’s government hasannouncedthat all undocumented migrants and refugees must leave Pakistan by the beginning of next month, either voluntarily or by force. Hundreds of thousands of them are Afghans. Citing a rising number of violent attacks, caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti said on Tuesday that “14 out of 24” suicide bombings this year were carried out by Afghan nationals. “We have given them a deadline of November 1,” Bugti said, adding that nearly 4.4 million Afghan refugees live in the country – more than 1.7 million illegally. Here’s what you need to know about the government’s decision: Pakistan has seen a dramaticsurge in violencethis year with the majority of attacks occurring in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the southwestern province of Balochistan, both of which border Afghanistan. The government has repeatedly alleged that the Afghan Taliban is giving safe harbour to fighters belonging to the outlawed Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), which is ideologically aligned with the Afghan Taliban. Since the TTP’s decision to renege on a peace accord with the Pakistani government in November, the group has launched more than 300 attacks in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province alone this year. The frequency and intensity of the attacks have been increasing. Thetwolatestattacksin Balochistan’s Mastung city and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Hangu city last month killed more than 60 people and wounded dozens. Kabul, for its part, has denied the allegations, saying security concerns in Pakistan have nothing to do with Afghans. The interim Afghan government led by the Taliban gave a stinging rebuke of Pakistan’s announcement, calling it “unacceptable”. Government spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid on Wednesday responded to Bugti’s remarks, urging the Pakistani government to “reconsider the decision“. Afghan refugees are not involved in Pakistan’s security problems, he said on X, formerly known as Twitter, adding that Pakistan “should tolerate them”. Pakistan sent a high-level delegation to Kabul for negotiations, the second such visit this year, and urged the Afghan Taliban to improve border controls. The two countries share a 2,640km-long (1,640-mile-long) border. It passes through rugged mountains, densely forested valleys and narrow rock passages. Its topography makes it porous and difficult to control. Pakistan has conducted similar operations in the past, albeit with limited success. During a 2016 campaign, more than 600,000 Afghan immigrants, both registered and undocumented, returned to their country, according to data compiled by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). A Human Rights Watch report from 2017 called it the “world’s largest unlawful mass forced return of refugees in recent times”. That year saw the exodus of 150,000 Afghans while in 2018, after at least six extensions to a deadline to leave the country, almost 50,000 Afghan citizens, both registered and undocumented, were expelled, according to the UNHCR. At that time, Islamabad made similar allegations that TTP fighters were using Afghan soil to launch attacks in Pakistan, and it carried out campaigns to expel immigrants, citing security concerns. According to estimates, more than 95 percent of refugees in Pakistan, both documented and undocumented, are Afghan nationals. The first influx of refugees began after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan in 1979, which resulted in more than three million Afghans fleeing to Pakistan. Over the years, many of them returned home. This wave was followed by a second in 2001 when the United States invaded Afghanistan after the September 11 attacks. The UNHCR says 1.3 million Afghan refugees live in Pakistan, 50 percent of whom are in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province and 24 percent in Balochistan. A report released in July by Refugees International, an independent humanitarian group that advocates for displaced people, said that since thefall of Kabul to the Taliban in 2021, more than 600,000 Afghans have fled to Pakistan. The government has not disclosed any plans about how it intends to deport undocumented people. The task to identify them has been given to the Ministry of Interior Affairs, and regional police and the Federal Investigation Agency are to carry out the deportations. Authorities have said a task force will be created to initiate the crackdown after the November 1 deadline, and those Afghans who do not have documentation will be handed over to Afghan officials unless they are wanted by authorities for suspected criminal activities. Follow Al Jazeera English: |
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90648 | al-jazeera-english | Al Jazeera English | Al Jazeera | Pakistan prepares deportation centres for undocumented migrants | While unregistered migrants leaving voluntarily are offered help, others will be detained and deported after November 1. | https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/10/26/pakistan-prepares-deportation-centres-for-undocumented-migrants | 2023-10-26 08:50:00.000000 | In its latest step to implement the planned expulsion of all undocumented migrants, including 1.7 million Afghans, Pakistan is setting up deportation centres where people will be held during processi… [+2543 chars] | Pakistan | While unregistered migrants leaving voluntarily are offered help, others will be detained and deported after November 1. In its latest step to implement the planned expulsion of all undocumented migrants, including 1.7 million Afghans, Pakistan is setting up deportation centres where people will be held during processing. Jan Achakzai, a spokesman for the southwestern Baluchistan government, said on Thursday that three deportation centres are being set up, including one in Quetta, the provincial capital. Azam Khan, the caretaker chief minister for the northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, said three more centres are being set up there. “It is a challenging task,” interim Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti told reporters at a news conference. Authorities will begin tracking and arresting foreigners staying in the country without registration or documents from November 1, and sending them to the temporary centres. Migrants leaving voluntarily are offered incentives and help. More than 60,000 Afghans have returned home since the crackdown was announced, according to Khan. Anyone in the country irregularly should leave before the deadline to avoid arrest, Achakzai said. Pakistan’s caretaker Interior Minister Sarfraz Bugti said there would be no deadline extension. Bugti said during a news conference on Thursday that no migrants living in Pakistan without authorisation would be mistreated after their arrests. “They will not be manhandled,” he said, adding that they would get food and medical care until their deportations. They are allowed to take a maximum of 50,000 Pakistani rupees ($180) out of the country, he said. The minister warned Pakistanis that action would be taken against them if they were found to be sheltering undocumented migrants after November 1. Bugti said the state has all the information about the areas where these migrants are hiding. Evicting those living in Pakistan without registration was a challenge for the state, but “nothing is impossible to achieve it”, he added. The country hosts millions of Afghans who fled their country during the 1979-1989 Soviet occupation. The numbers swelled after the Taliban armed group seized power in Afghanistan in August 2021. Pakistan denies targeting Afghans. The 1.4 million Afghans who are registered refugees will not be affected by the crackdown. The United States and the United Nations have appealed to Pakistan to reconsider this course of action, saying it will result in many injustices and human rights violations and families being separated. Former US diplomats and representatives of resettlement organisations urged Pakistan not to deport Afghans who are waiting for US visas under a programme that relocates at-risk refugees fleeing Taliban rule. Follow Al Jazeera English: |
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90661 | bbc-news | BBC News | nan | Best shots as Shakeel hits half-century for Pakistan | Watch best shots from Pakistan batter Saud Shakeel's well-constructed 52 against South Africa in Chennai, India. | https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/av/cricket/67238627 | 2023-10-27 11:53:12.000000 | Watch the best shots from Pakistan batter Saud Shakeel's well-constructed 52 against South Africa in Chennai, India.
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90649 | al-jazeera-english | Al Jazeera English | Al Jazeera | Settled Afghans forced to flee Pakistan | Pakistan says deportations are to protect 'welfare and security', but Afghan embassy decries move as 'harassment'. | https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/10/31/photos-settled-afghans-forced-to-flee-pakistan | 2023-10-31 07:46:12.000000 | Pakistan has ordered 1.7 million Afghans it says are living in the country irregularly to leave by November 1 or be deported.
A series of holding centres are being established across the country in … [+752 chars] | Pakistan | In Pictures Pakistanhas ordered1.7 million Afghans it says are living in the country irregularly to leave by November 1 or be deported. A series of holding centres are being established across the country in preparation for the deadline on Wednesday, in what rights groups and lawyers say is an unprecedented crackdown. Millions of Afghans have crossed the border during decades of conflict, making Pakistan the host of one of the world’s largest refugee populations. But relations have steadily soured between the two neighbours since the Taliban government seized power in August 2021. Hundreds of thousands of Afghans are estimated to have crossed the border since then. Pakistan has said the deportations are to protect the “welfare and security” of the country, where anti-Afghan sentiment has been growing amid prolonged economic hardship and a rise in cross-border fighting. The Afghan embassy in Islamabad has branded Pakistan’s decision as “harassment”. Follow Al Jazeera English: |