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NASA satellites are helping Turkey, Syria earthquake response

After the massive earthquakes that struck southern Turkey and western Syria on February 6 and killed thousands, NASA on Saturday said it is working to share its aerial views and data from space to aid relief and recovery workers, as well as improve its ability to model and predict such events.

Feb 11, 2023

Two major earthquakes of 7.7 and 7.6 magnitudes hit the province of Kahramanmaras, Turkey on Monday.

Turkey-Syria toll reaches 9,638, freezing weather makes rescue efforts 'harder'

The death toll from the devastating 7.8-magnitude earthquake that hit Turkey and Syria earlier this week has reached 9,638 on Wednesday, with rescue efforts becoming "harder" due to freezing weather in the two countries, authorities said.

Feb 8, 2023

India sends NDRF team, humanitarian aid to quake-ht Turkey

India sends NDRF team, humanitarian aid to quake-hit Turkey

India on Tuesday dispatched the first batch of humanitarian aid along with a rescue team of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) to Turkey where a massive 7.8-magnitude quake has killed over 4,300 people and injured thousands others.

Feb 7, 2023

Powerful earthquake in the al-Arbaeen neighborhood in Hama province, Syria

Turkey-Syria quake toll reaches over 4,300; European states, India dispatch rescue teams after deadly quakes

Search and rescue teams have been dispatched from ten European member states in the wake of two devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, which have left at least 3,500 people dead.

Feb 7, 2023

Turkey-Syria earthquake death toll rises above 2,300

The death toll in Monday morning's devastating earthquake in the Turkey-Syria border area has crossed over 2,300, reports said.

Feb 6, 2023

ISTANBUL, Jan. 25, 2020 (Xinhua) -- Rescuers work on the site after an earthquake in the province of Elazig, Turkey, Jan. 25, 2020.(File photo)

500 people die in Turkey, Syria after massive 7.8M earthquake

Over 500 people were killed and nearly 3,000 others injured in Turkey and Syria after a massive earthquake measuring 7.8 on the Richter scale struck a wide area near the two countries' border, according to authorities.

Feb 6, 2023

Bizarre red flying saucer-like cloud in Turkey be UFO? Internet goes crazy, here's what experts say

Turkey's State Meteorological Service explained that the rare phenomenon was simply a "lenticular cloud."

Jan 21, 2023

Shruti Haasan takes time to explore Istanbul on off day

The actress and singer, along with her staff, explored the beauty of the city of Istanbul. Shruti's staff have always been like family to her and they share a lovely rapport with the 'Salaar' actress.

Sep 29, 2022

Turkey emerges as new epicentre, records new daily record with 74,266 Covid-19 cases

Turkey has reported 74,266 new Covid-19 cases, the highest daily figure on record, raising its tally of infections to 10,117,954.

Jan 12, 2022

Governments across the globe demanding Twitter to remove content of reporters, news outlets

From July 1 to December 31, it received over 14,500 requests for information worldwide, with 30 percent of those requests resulting in the production of part or all of the requested information

Jul 15, 2021

Covid Challenge: With over 1.2mn vaccinations in one day, Turkey achieves new high

In the previous 24 hours, 1.2 million Turkish residents have been vaccinated against Covid-19, the greatest daily number of doses since the universal vaccination programme began in January.

Jun 17, 2021

Hoardings inviting 'investiment in Turkey' appear in Srinagar

Mysterious "Invest in Turkey" hoardings in Srinagar spark debate; no clue who put them [details]

Relations between the two countries are strained after the abrogation of Article 370 from J&K.

Apr 18, 2021

Armenia could pull big guns on Turkey; summon Russia to strong-arm rival

By activating CSTO, Armenia could drag Russia into the conflict against Turkey, adding pressure on Turkey, which allegedly shot down Armenian fighter jet - something Turkish president has denied.

Sep 30, 2020

Subramanian Swamy: Aamir Khan should be quarantined in govt hostel on return from Turkey

BJP leader Subramanian Swamy has said that Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, who was on the receiving end for meeting First Lady of Turkey, Emine Erdogan, to be quarantined in the government hostel on return for two weeks.

Aug 19, 2020

Seven killed as reconnaissance plane crashes in eastern Turkey

Seven security personnel were killed after a reconnaissance plane crashed in Turkey's Van province, Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said on Thursday, July 16.

Jul 16, 2020

Pope Francis Compares Abortion To Hiring A Hitman

Pope 'very pained' by decision to turn Istanbul's Hagia Sophia museum into mosque

Pope Francis said on Sunday he was hurt by Turkey's decision to make Istanbul's Hagia Sophia museum a mosque, the latest religious leader to condemn the move.

Jul 13, 2020

Turkey blast: 2 dead, 73 injured in explosion at Turkish fireworks factory

A series of large explosions shook a fireworks factory in northwest Turkey's Sakarya province on Friday, killing two people and wounding 73, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca said.

Jul 3, 2020

Turkey slams Twitter for removing thousands of accounts

Twitter has purged 7,340 accounts in Turkey, saying these were employing coordinated inauthentic activity primarily targeted at domestic audiences within the country.

Jun 14, 2020

Ertuğrul: Kashmiri parents naming newborns after Turkish blockbuster series

In view of Diriliş Ertuğrul's immense popularity, parents in Kashmir are now naming their newborns after the lead character of the Turkish drama. Despite erratic internet speed and the Covid-19 lockdown, here's how people in the Valley find solace in the show.

Jun 3, 2020

Erdogan to discuss migrant crisis with EU, urges Greece to 'open your gates'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan urged Greece to "open your gates" to refugees trying to enter the European Union from Turkey and said he hoped to win more help from the EU at talks on Monday, March 9.

Mar 9, 2020

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