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Trump Slams Biden for ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ Amid State of Union

09 Mar 2024 15:45 PM IST

Former US President Donald Trump, harshly criticized US President Joe Biden for his State of the Union speech, calling it “terrible” and claiming to have a “terminal case of Trump derangement syndrome,” according to Fox News. Reacting to Biden’s address, Trump told Fox News Digital, “He was angry, mentally disturbed, and

Maldives: Indian Tourist Numbers Plummet by 33% Amid Diplomatic Tensions

09 Mar 2024 12:32 PM IST

Indian tourist arrivals in the Maldives have decreased by 33 percent compared to last year, as per data from the Maldives Tourism Ministry reported by Maldivian website Adhadhu. This decline coincides with the ongoing diplomatic tensions between New Delhi and Male. According to the Tourism Ministry’s 2023 statistics, 41,054 Indian

US National Guard helicopter crashes near Mexico border; 2 killed

09 Mar 2024 11:37 AM IST

A National Guard helicopter crashed near the US-Mexico border in Texas, killing at least two people, including one National Guardsman and three Border Patrol agents. The crash occurred in La Grulla, a small town in Starr County along the Rio Grande River. Victor Escalon, South Regional Director of the Texas

Shehbaz becomes the new PM of Pakistan; Nikki Haley exits from the presidential race in the US

09 Mar 2024 04:56 AM IST

From the everchanging canvas of global affairs, picking up only a few developments every week is not easy. There are events, incidents, talks, exercises and much more! But the developments that impact global politics by and large indeed need to get featured. This week also remained happening considering such affairs.

Biden vows to stand up against Russia, China

09 Mar 2024 04:52 AM IST

US President Joe Biden delivered his fourth State of the Union address and told the nation in his annual address on Thursday that the American economy is the “envy of the world” and the US stands up against China’s unfair economic practices. Touting his policy towards China, Biden said: “We’re

China criticises ‘bewildering’ US trade policies in face of curbs from Washington

09 Mar 2024 04:50 AM IST

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi criticised the United States for its “bewildering” trade policy, describing it as a series of “unfathomable absurdities,” CNN reported. In a press conference held on the sidelines of a political gathering in Beijing, Wang accused Washington of employing various tactics to suppress China, highlighting the

Israeli raids on Khan Younis towers spotlights Hamas-Qatar rift

09 Mar 2024 04:42 AM IST

Israeli raids on a residential tower district have drawn attention to a growing rift between Hamas and Qatar. In recent days, Israeli forces have been operating against Hamas in the Hamad Tower district of Khan Yunis. This complex of 40 residential buildings is named after Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Hamad bin

Zardari set to be elected as Pak prez, says PM Sharif

09 Mar 2024 04:40 AM IST

Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Co-chairman and former Pakistan President Asif Zardari will be the candidate of the allied parties in the presidential election on March 9, Sharif said while speaking at a dinner hosted in honour of the allied parties’ leaders. The coalition government secured two-thirds of the votes in

Wikimedia Foundation launches “Wikipedia Needs More Women” campaign on Intl Women’s Day

08 Mar 2024 12:33 PM IST

On International Women’s Day, the Wikimedia Foundation has launched the “Wikipedia Needs More Women” campaign to celebrate global efforts, including those in India, to enhance gender equity on Wikimedia projects, particularly Wikipedia. The campaign aims to recognize ongoing endeavors to close gender knowledge gaps and acknowledges the volunteers involved in

British PM Sunak honoured for commitment towards diversity

08 Mar 2024 04:55 AM IST

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was honoured with a special tribute at the GG2 Leadership and Diversity Awards in London for his leadership and commitment towards fostering diversity as the premier. The GG2 Leadership & Diversity Awards were founded in 1999 by Asian Media Group, to shine a spotlight on

Russian missile misses Zelenskyy

08 Mar 2024 04:53 AM IST

A Russian missile struck close to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis while they were visiting the Black Sea port city of Odesa on Wednesday, CNN reported. The shocking incident unfolded with the group feeling the impact of the strike and witnessing a disconcerting “mushroom cloud”

Imran backs Army’s resolve to prosecute May 9 culprits

08 Mar 2024 04:50 AM IST

Incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister and Tehreek-e-Insaf founder Imran Khan has said he “fully endorses” the resolve of the Army’s top brass for strict action against those responsible for May 9 violence, Dawn reported. The Army’s top brass vowed action against the culprits of May 9 violence during the 263rd