Canada’s British Columbia declares state of emergency over wildfires
Ottawa, Aug 9 (IANS) The western Canadian province of British Columbia (B.C.) declared a provincial state of emergency on Saturday (local time) as fast-spreading wildfires threatened several communities. Speaking at a news conference in Vancouver, B.C.…
Surbhi Chandna opens up about egg freezing: I am scared of the hormonal imbalance
Mumbai, Aug 9 (IANS) Actress Surbhi Chandna shared her views on the increasing trend among actresses and female celebrities to freeze their eggs to ease the pressure of the biological clock. Speaking exclusively to IANS, Surbhi said that although she…
Four killed in helicopter crash in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro
Rio De Janeiro, Aug 9 (IANS) At least four people were killed when a helicopter crashed in a forested area in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro, firefighters said. The crash occurred at about 11:11 a.m. local time in the Vista Chinesa area of Alto da…
IAF Band to hold special Independence Day performance at National War Memorial today
New Delhi, Aug 9 (IANS) To mark Independence Day, the Indian Air Force (IAF) Band will present a special musical performance at the Public Plaza, Param Yodha Sthal, National War Memorial in Delhi on Sunday evening. The one-hour performance, scheduled…
Ukraine reaches deal with US on monthly deliveries of interceptor missiles: Zelensky
Kyiv, Aug 9 (IANS) Ukraine has reached an agreement with the United States on monthly deliveries of interceptor missiles for the Patriot air defence system, although the supply remains insufficient, Ukrinform news agency reported Saturday, citing…
Iran to continue path of peace if US builds trust: Iranian President
Tehran, Aug 9 (IANS) Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran will keep pursuing the path of peace under the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed recently with the United States, provided that Washington helps build an atmosphere of trust.…
Two killed in helicopter crash fighting wildfire in US state of Utah
Los Angeles, Aug 9 (IANS) Two people were killed when a helicopter crashed while supporting firefighting efforts on a massive wildfire in central Utah, authorities confirmed Saturday (local time), as crews continued to battle one of the state’s…
CM Mohan Yadav to flag off four new air routes from Bhopal today
Bhopal, Aug 9 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav will launch four new direct air services for the state at a programme at Raja Bhoj Airport on Sunday, August 9. The new routes—Bhopal-Rewa, Bhopal-Patna, Rewa-Kolkata and…
Assam govt hails efforts of Indian Army’s 134 Ecological Task Force
Kolkata, Aug 8 (IANS) The efforts by the 134 Ecological Task Force (ETF) of the Indian Army’s Eastern Command were lauded by the Assam Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah on Saturday. The Minister visited the ETF’s headquarters in the…
Mizoram steps up efforts to promote Mizo handloom, handicrafts in national, global markets
New Delhi/Aizawl, Aug 8 (IANS) The Mizoram government has undertaken a series of initiatives to promote the state’s products, particularly handloom and handicraft items, in national and international markets, officials said on Saturday. As part of the…