With 314,835 new cases the country's total tally reaches 15.93m, while deaths rise by 2,104 to reach total of 184,657

Iran moving its arms industry to develop an arsenal within range of Israeli population centres, Israel alleges

The archipelago state says a number of countries in the region responded to requests for assistance

"Any move by Biden to recognize the mass killings as a genocide will further harm already strained ties"

Development comes as part of measures to contain Covid-19 pandemic, according to Omani state TV

Complainant claims pigeon was carrying a 'suspicious piece of paper'

World's second most populous nation reported 295,041 new infections on Wednesday for the world's highest daily rise

France adds India to list of restricted countries to prevent transmission of double mutation variant

It pointed to allegations of police complicity in violence against Muslims during deadly riots last year in New Delhi

Health officials say around 70% of intensive care unit beds occupied

Elizabeth stood alone as her husband of 73 years was lowered into the Royal Vault

Greek universities are grappling with a surge in online exam cheating

Stretching as far as the eye can see, the graves now run up to the boundary wall, with little space for more

Biden will begin withdrawing US troops from Afghanistan to end America’s longest war

Iranian president meets FM Qureshi; expresses Tehran’s readiness to meet Pakistan's energy needs

The station was closed as a precaution while specialist officers assessed the item.

Hopes Istanbul Process would help make Doha Agreement successful in establishing lasting peace in Afghanistan

"Intensive care workers are sending one distress call after the other. Who are we to ignore their pleas?" Merkel says.

Around one-fifth of Swedes have been vaccinated

All prefectures and cities in Xinjiang have access to expressways, electricity and the internet

With only 8% of 7.5m residents inoculated, authorities aim to boost lackluster demand for jabs in the financial hub

Minister will meet officials and diplomats, highlight Pakistan's views on regional, international issues

In a letter, premier shares PTI’s pledge to offer nature-based solutions to world vis-a-vis climate challenge