Europe

Our Position Is Very Clear: EAM Jaishankar On Nepal’s Currency Move

05 May 2024 13:00 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday remarked that Nepal’s decision to incorporate Indian territories in its currency note would not alter the current situation or the actual circumstances on the ground. Kathmandu made an announcement on Friday regarding the printing of a new 100 rupees currency note featuring a

Sculptor Frank Stella Dies At 87

05 May 2024 12:28 PM IST

Frank Stella, the distinguished sculptor, painter, and printmaker known for his contributions to the minimalist and post-painterly abstract art movements, died at the age of 87 in his Manhattan home on Saturday. His death was confirmed by his gallery owner Jefferey Deitch, who confirmed his death with the painter’s family.

Warren Buffett Address Annual Berkshire’s Meeting Without Charlie Munger

05 May 2024 11:58 AM IST

Warren Buffett has attended the Berkshire Hathway annual meeting without his business partner and friend Charles Munger for the first time on Saturday. At the annual meeting, Warren Buffett first came onto the stage, where he offered homage to longtime friend and business partner Charles Munger (who passed away in

Taiwan Spots 7 Chinese Military Planes, 5 Naval Ships

05 May 2024 11:15 AM IST

Amidst China’s threat looming over Taiwan, recently the defense ministry of this island country has announced that it has spotted seven Chinese military aircraft and its five naval vessels around Taiwan at the local time of 6 am on Saturday and Sunday respectively. As further revealed by MND, one of

Brazil Grapples with Torrential Rain Killing 56

05 May 2024 11:13 AM IST

South American country Brazil is grappling with torrential rain followed by floods and mudslides killing 56 as per Al Jazeera report citing the government. According to Al Jazeera, thousands of people are displaced and there is a surge in water levels in the state of Rio Grande do Sul which

Labour’s Sadiq Khan Makes History, Wins Third Term as London Mayor

05 May 2024 00:23 AM IST

Sadiq Khan, of Pakistani descent, secured his third consecutive term as London’s mayor following a series of local elections in England, affirming the dominance of the Labour Party while posing challenges to the Conservative government. Khan garnered 43.7% of the vote, surpassing Conservative contender Susan Hall by approximately 11 percentage

Jaishankar Rejects Biden’s “Xenophobia” Claim, Touts India’s 7% Growth

04 May 2024 20:54 PM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday dismissed US President Joe Biden’s accusation of “xenophobia” and highlighted India’s economic growth rate of 7 per cent, which surpasses that of numerous other nations. Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s status as the most open, pluralistic, and diverse society, refuting any claims of “xenophobia.” “We

Anti-Israeli Protest: 2,300 Students Arrested In US

04 May 2024 20:22 PM IST

As the Israel-Hamas war continues to intensify, the protests against this conflict continue to rock US universities. Around 2,300 students have been arrested in connection with the protests on campus campuses. Including from renowned universities like Columbia. The New York University saw the arrest of a dozen protestors early on

Drone Footage Reveals Devastation in Ukrainian Village as Russia Intensifies Attacks

04 May 2024 17:52 PM IST

Ukraine’s village of Ocheretyne in the Donetsk region has faced heavy bombardment amid ongoing fighting, as shown in drone footage acquired by The Associated Press. Russian forces have targeted the area, employing artillery, drones, and bombs against Kyiv’s depleted and ammunition-deprived troops. Acknowledging the Russian advancement in Ocheretyne, Ukraine’s military

China, Russia Likely To Invade Taiwan, Says US

04 May 2024 16:47 PM IST

Issuing a warning about the China-Russia dual threat, the US Intelligence Agency has recently announced that Russia and China are cooperating on many issues, including plans for a potential invasion of Taiwan. Talking about this warning during the congressional hearing, Avril Haines (Director of National Intelligence), has recently announced that

American Diplomat Resigns Over Biden Administration’s Israel-Hamas Policy

04 May 2024 15:33 PM IST

Hala Rharrit, a former American diplomat who resigned in protest against the Joe Biden administration’s stance on the Israel-Hamas War, expressed concern that the United States was on the “wrong side of history.” Rharrit, who served as an Arabic language spokesperson for the Department of State at the time of

Nepal To Introduce New Rs. 100 Currency Notes Featuring Indian Territories

04 May 2024 14:46 PM IST

Nepal has announced the issuance of a new Rs 100 currency note featuring a map that includes the Indian territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura, and Kalapani, a move contested by India. During a meeting chaired by Nepali Prime Minister Pushpakamal Dahal Prachanda, the council of ministers decided to incorporate these disputed