Proposed by The UN General Assembly, 3rd May is World Press Freedom Day. Approved under Article 19 of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights, this day is observed to raise awareness of the importance of freedom of the press. This day is observed to reflect on the crucial role of the press in upholding democracy and the ever growing challenges journalists and writers face across globe. 

Australians voted in Australia's general election on Saturday as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his rival Peter Dutton continued campaigning along the east coast.

Santiago (Chile): A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina on Friday, the United States Geological Survey said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took a swipe at the Congress, saying the presence of its MP Shashi Tharoor at the commissioning of the Vizhinjam International Seaport here will give "sleepless nights" to many.

Israel is grappling with its worst wildfires in decades as massive blazes spread rapidly in areas surrounding Jerusalem. Responding to the situation Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared a national emergency. The fires, fueled by high temperatures and strong winds, have triggered large-scale evacuations and road closures, with authorities warning that the flames could reach the capital.

Massa Abed, 4, brought a rubber ball and her doll to play with friends on the street near her family's home on Sunday. It was a mundane day in Zawaida, the central Gaza town where the Abeds returned weeks ago, with calm largely restored in the area.

Islamabad, Apr 30: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) plunged by more than 3,500 points on Wednesday as uncertainty took hold due to increasing risk of a showdown with India.

Lahore: Pakistan’s incarcerated former prime minister Imran Khan on Tuesday termed the Pahalgam terror attack “deeply disturbing and tragic” while saying that India needs to act responsibly.