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Netanyahu says Israel ready to discuss permanent Gaza ceasefire if Hamas disarms
Jerusalem, July 11: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel is prepared to negotiate a permanent ceasefire in Gaza during a proposed 60-day truce, but only if the territory is fully demilitarised.
MP CM seeks Centre's help to bring back Ujjain woman stranded in Qatar
Bhopal, June 24: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has appealed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for assistance in securing the safe return of Manisha Bhatnagar, a resident of Ujjain who is reportedly stranded in Doha, Qatar.
Indian Embassy in Qatar issues advisory as Iran fires missiles at US base in Doha
Doha, June 24: The Embassy of India in Qatar has advised the Indian community in the Gulf nation to exercise caution and remain indoors following Iran's multiple missile strikes targeting US military installations in Qatar and Iraq on Monday (local time).
IndiGo resumes Mideast flights cautiously after temporary suspension amid regional tensions
New Delhi, June 24: IndiGo Airlines announced on Tuesday that it is cautiously resuming flight operations to the Middle East, following a temporary suspension earlier due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the region.
Table tennis: Lin Gaoyuan/Lin Shidong eliminated from men's doubles at World Championships
Doha: , May 22 (IANS) China's table tennis team will not repeat its gold-medal sweep from the Paris Olympics, as third-seeded Lin Gaoyuan and Lin Shidong were eliminated from the men's doubles at the World Table Tennis Championships here on Thursday.
'This is just the beginning': Neeraj Chopra on breaching 90m mark in Doha
New Delhi, May 18: Neeraj Chopra reflected on his recent outing at the Doha Diamond League 2025 where the Indian star finally breached the 90 metre mark with his throw of 90.23.
Manika Batra moves to second round of ITTF World Table Tennis Championships
Doha, May 18: Former Commonwealth Games champion table-tennis star Manika Batra marched into the second round of the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships in Doha on Sunday.
Neeraj Chopra thanks PM Modi for congratulatory message on breaching 90m mark
New Delhi, May 18: Neeraj Chopra took to social media to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the latter had congratulated the javelin superstar for his performance at the Doha Diamond League 2025.
We did it brother: Neeraj Chopra's heartfelt message for Weber after duo breached 90m mark
New Delhi, May 17: India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra dropped a heartwarming message for his German competitor Julian Weber, after the duo shattered the record and breached the 90m mark for the first time in their stellar careers.
Parul Chaudhary sets new national record in 3000m steeplechase at Doha Diamond League
Doha, May 17: India's Parul Chaudhary began her 2025 athletics season on a high note, setting a new national record in the women's 3000m steeplechase at the Doha Diamond League 2025 in Qatar on Friday, according to Olympics.com.
Hamas resumes indirect negotiations with Israel in Doha: official
Gaza/Jerusalem, May 17: Indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel resumed on Saturday in the Qatari capital Doha, according to senior Hamas official Mahmoud Mardawi.
Spectacular feat... PM Modi hails Neeraj Chopra for crossing 90m mark
New Delhi, May 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised two-time Indian Olympic medalist Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra after he crossed the 90-meter mark at the Doha Diamond League 2025 and said that this is the outcome of his "relentless dedication, discipline, and passion."
Little bit bittersweet result: Neeraj Chopra after finishing second at Doha Diamond League 2025
Doha, May 17: India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished second at the Doha Diamond League 2025 but finally crossed the long-awaited 90-metre mark on Friday.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal, long-jump athlete Murali Sreeshankar hail Neeraj Chopra for crossing 90 m mark
New Delhi, May 17: Union Minister Piyush Goyal hailed Indian world champion and Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra after he crossed the much-talked-about 90 m mark at the Doha Diamond League on Friday.
Neeraj Chopra touches 90 m mark, becomes India's ultimate won it all athlete
Doha, May 17: India's world champion and Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally became the first from his country to touch the 90 m mark, a milestone much talked about, during the Doha Diamond League on Friday.
Manika Batra to lead 11-member Indian team at ITTF World Table Tennis C'ships Finals
New Delhi May 17: Manika Batra will lead an 11-member strong Indian team at the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships Finals 2025, which starts in Doha, Qatar, from Saturday, according to Olympics.com.
Doha Diamond League: Neeraj Chopra becomes first Indian to breach 90 m mark, finishes second
Doha, May 16: India's world champion and Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra had an outing to remember, as he became the first Indian to cross the 90 m mark in the sport on Friday.
India is elated and proud: PM Modi on Neeraj Chopra's 90.23m throw
New Delhi, May 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra for breaching the 90-metre mark for the first time in his career at the Doha Diamond League 2025, lauding the javelin thrower's "relentless dedication" and calling it a moment of national pride.
Neeraj Chopra eyes bigger throws ahead despite 'bitter-sweet' Doha finish
New Delhi, May 17: India’s javelin ace Neeraj Chopra reached a new milestone in his illustrious career by breaching the 90-metre mark for the first time, recording a personal best of 90.23m at the Doha Diamond League. Despite the remarkable achievement, the Olympic champion had to settle for second place, with Germany’s Julian Weber clinching the top spot with a throw of 91.06 meters in his first Diamond League meet of the season.
Monkey off his back: Neeraj Chopra finally breaches 90m mark, finishes 2nd in Doha Diamond League meet (ld)
New Delhi, May 16: India’s star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra delivered a stellar performance at the Doha Diamond League, finishing second with a massive throw of 90.23 meters — his first-ever mark beyond the 90-metre barrier. Germany’s Julian Weber clinched the top spot with an impressive throw of 91.06 metres, narrowly edging out Chopra in a high-quality contest.
Monkey off his back: Neeraj Chopra finally breaches 90m mark at Doha Diamond League
New Delhi, May 16: India's golden boy, Neeraj Chopra, has finally done what fans and pundits have been waiting years to witness—he's broken the fabled 90-metre barrier in javelin throw. At the 2025 Doha Diamond League, two-time Olympic medallist Chopra hurled his javelin to a stunning distance of 90.23 meters on his third attempt, instantly taking the lead and electrifying the atmosphere in the stadium.
Neeraj Chopra at Doha Diamond League: When and where to watch
Doha, May 15: India's two-time Olympic medallist and reigning World Champion in javelin throw, Neeraj Chopra, will participate in his first Diamond League meet of the season in Doha, Qatar, on Friday, hoping to make a winning start in the event in which he has won the final.
Neeraj Chopra to lead four-front Indian at the Doha Diamond League 2025
New Delhi May 15: Neeraj Chopra, the reigning world champion in the javelin throw, will lead the four-front Indian assault at the Doha Diamond League 2025, which is set to take place at the Qatar Sports Club on Friday, according to Olympics.com.
Neeraj Chopra clarifies relationship with Arshad Naadem, says, I didn't have very strong...
Doha, May 15: India's World Champion and Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower opened up on his relationship with his Pakistan counterpart, the Paris Olympics 2024 champion Arshad Nadeem, amidst ongoing tensions between both nations, saying that he does not have a "very strong relationship" with him.
Mukesh Ambani meets U.S. President Donald Trump and Qatari Emir in Doha
Doha, May 15: Reliance Industries Chairman and Managing Director Mukesh Ambani met U.S. President Donald Trump and the Emir of Qatar in Doha on Thursday, according to India time.
Israel's Energy Minister orders cutting off electricity supply to Gaza Strip
Tel Aviv, March 10: Israel's Energy Minister Eli Cohen on Sunday directed the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) to immediately cut off the electricity supply to the Gaza Strip, in an apparent attempt to put pressure on the enclave, where around 24 hostages are still presumed to be alive, while the bodies of 35 more, are still held, The Times of Israel reported.
Former CEO Doha Bank highlights strengthening India-Qatar economic ties and FTA prospects
New Delhi, February 18: Dr R Seetharaman, Former CEO of Doha Bank and SSDD President, emphasized the growing economic relationship between Qatar and India, highlighting trade expansion, investment opportunities, and the potential impact of the ongoing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) discussions between the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and India.
Unable to move forward until we receive list of hostages: Netanyahu on deal with Hamas
Tel Aviv, January 19: Ahead of the implementation of the ceasefire deal with Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel cannot proceed with the agreed framework until Hamas provides the list of hostages to be released.
Israel government approves ceasefire-hostage deal with Hamas
Tel Aviv, January 18: The Israeli government has approved the ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, according to a report by Times of Israel.
Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of ceasefire-hostage deal
Tel Aviv, January 14: Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages in the first phase of the ceasefire-hostage agreement being negotiated in Doha in relation to the situation in Gaza, CNN reported on Tuesday, citing two Israeli officials.
Joe Biden, Benjamin Netanyahu discuss progress on Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal
Washington DC, January 13: US President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the progress of ongoing negotiations regarding the ceasefire-hostage deal in relation to the situation in Gaza, the White House said in a statement on Sunday (local time).