In a contest between regulating tourist inflow into Indian-administered Kashmir and the fight against a resurgent COVID-19 wave, tourism appears to be winning. Manoj Sinha, the disputed region’s Lt. governor, said on April 3 that despite a surge in COVID-19 cases, tourism “would be taken to new heights.” When his statement, which was prominently headlined… Continue reading Tourism trumps COVID-19 concerns in Kashmir
President Ilham Aliyev sends condolence letter to Queen Elizabeth II
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolences to Her Majesty Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. According to “QİA.az”, the letter reads: Your Majesty, We were deeply saddened by the news of the death of your husband- the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip. Having lived… Continue reading President Ilham Aliyev sends condolence letter to Queen Elizabeth II
President of Azerbaijan receives Russian Prosecutor General
On April 9, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received the Prosecutor General of the Russian Federation, Igor Krasnov. “QİA.az” states that the information has been provided by the press service of the President of Azerbaijan. QARABAĞ İNFORMASİYA AGENTLİYİ
Georgia sees 777 new COVID cases
Over the past day, Georgia has recorded 777 new cases of coronavirus infection, 342 people have recovered and 9 patients died, the Georgian bureau of “QİA.az” informs. So far, 287,183 people have contracted COVID-19 in Georgia, of which 276,426 have recovered and 3,858 died.
Turkish president meets Kuwaiti foreign minister
Turkish parliament speaker also holds comprehensive meeting with visiting delegation. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday met Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Ahmed Nasser al-Sabah. The meeting at the presidential complex was closed to the press. In a separate meeting, Turkey’s Parliament Speaker Mustafa Sentop also met al-Sabah and a delegation accompanying him. Sentop said… Continue reading Turkish president meets Kuwaiti foreign minister
Biden to reduce US defense spending
President Joe Biden plans to request $715 billion for his first Pentagon budget, a decrease from Trump-era spending trends, “QİA.az” states, citing Bloomberg. The White House plans to release an outline Friday of Biden’s spending priorities, including defense. The $715 billion Pentagon “topline” is likely to be presented as a compromise to Democrats pressing for cuts in defense spending, as some… Continue reading Biden to reduce US defense spending
The tank units conduct intensive combat training sessions – VIDEO
According to the training plan for 2021, intensive combat training sessions are conducted with the participation of tank units of the Azerbaijan Army.After mastering theoretical knowledge and studying safety regulations, the tank crews are improving their practical skills in tactical and firing training as well as in driving combat vehicles. QİA.az
Kocharyan sues Pashinyan
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan filed a lawsuit against Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on April 7, “QİA.az” informs, referring to Sputnik Armenia. The reason for the lawsuit was the statements of the prime minister during the rally on March 1, 2021. The ex-president’s lawyers suggest that Pashinyan spoke about Robert Kocharyan’s case, without mentioning his name. “We demand recognition of the… Continue reading Kocharyan sues Pashinyan
Azerbaijani and Turkish armies Joint Operational-Tactical Exercises started – VIDEO
Operational-Tactical Exercises of Azerbaijani and Turkish armies started on April 8.The exercises are conducted at combined-arms training grounds located in various directions of the areas of responsibility of the Army Corps of the Azerbaijan Army.The exercises’ main objective is to improve interoperability and increase the combat effectiveness of the operational units of the Azerbaijani and… Continue reading Azerbaijani and Turkish armies Joint Operational-Tactical Exercises started – VIDEO
India’s COVID incidence keeps rising
Over the past day, India registered 126,700 new cases of coronavirus, which is the largest daily increase since the pandemic onset, “QİA.az” informs referring to the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. India ranks third in the world in the number of detected coronavirus cases. According to the latest data from the Ministry of Health, a… Continue reading India’s COVID incidence keeps rising