Europe

Two Russian journalists arrested in ‘extremism’ charge belong to Navalny group

29 Apr 2024 08:18 AM IST

Two Russian journalists, Konstantin Gabov and Sergey Karelin, were detained on charges of “extremism,” with authorities accusing them of connections to a group linked to the late Russian opposition figure, Alexey Navalny, according to CNN. Gabov and Karelin are said to have contributed to Navalny’s influential YouTube channel, “NavalnyLIVE,” known

Drugs worth ₹600 crore seized from Pakistani boat off Gujarat coast

28 Apr 2024 19:35 PM IST

In a significant operation showcasing the Indian Coast Guard’s vigilance and efficiency, a suspicious Pakistani boat carrying nearly 86 kg of drugs valued at ₹600 crore was intercepted today. Acting on precise intelligence, the Coast Guard, in collaboration with the Anti-terrorism Squad (ATS) and the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), launched

India’s leadership shines at DPI Conference for digital progress

28 Apr 2024 19:14 PM IST

The inaugural United Nations Conference on Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI): Citizen Stack, held under India’s leadership, aimed to leverage technology to advance Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote inclusivity, as stated by India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj. The event, organized by the Permanent Mission of India and

Indian Navy assists crude oil tanker after missile attack

28 Apr 2024 18:46 PM IST

The Indian Navy’s INS Kochi swiftly responded to a maritime security incident involving an attack on the Panama-flagged crude oil tanker MV Andromeda Star PM, as confirmed by a statement from the Indian Navy on Sunday. Upon intercepting the distressed oil tanker, INS Kochi conducted an aerial reconnaissance of the

Russian Forbes journalist under house arrest for ‘Fake News’ accusations

28 Apr 2024 18:25 PM IST

A journalist working for the Russian edition of Forbes magazine has been placed under house arrest after being accused of spreading “fake news” about the Russian armed forces, reported CNN, citing Russian state-run RIA news agency on Saturday. Sergey Mingazov, the detained journalist, faces a two-month house arrest pending trial

Investopia 2024: Innovation in AI, Fintech, Healthcare, Environment

28 Apr 2024 17:23 PM IST

Investopia 2024 recently hosted a comprehensive strategic discussion involving over 105 speakers from diverse backgrounds, including ministers, policymakers, investors, economic experts, and entrepreneurs worldwide. The summit aimed to delineate a clear roadmap for fostering sustainable economic growth on both regional and global scales, addressing pressing challenges while identifying investment opportunities.

Chile Mourns as President Declares Period of Mourning After Killing of Three Policemen by Assailants

28 Apr 2024 17:09 PM IST

Chile’s President Gabriel Boric has declared a three-day mourning period after armed assailants ambushed and killed three police officers in southern Chile, as reported by Al Jazeera on Sunday. Following the attack, the assailants also set fire to the police officers’ vehicles. President Boric condemned the “cowardly” assault in the

Riyadh Hosts Two-Day Special Meeting of World Economic Forum

28 Apr 2024 17:09 PM IST

Amidst geopolitical upheavals and intricate economic challenges unsettling a fragmented world, the World Economic Forum Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development will convene 1,000 global leaders from 92 countries over the next two days, commencing today. The aim is to foster global dialogue and devise practical,

India Sends Sacred Sarayu Water to Sri Lanka for Seetha Amma Temple Consecration

28 Apr 2024 16:44 PM IST

India has initiated the process of sending sacred Sarayu river water to Sri Lanka for the consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma Temple, dedicated to Goddess Sita. The consecration ceremony of Seetha Amma Temple will take place on May 19. The decision came following a letter from Sri Lanka’s representatives to

Psychologist: Indian-American Radiologist in Cliff Tragedy Had Psychotic Breakdown

28 Apr 2024 16:29 PM IST

A psychologist testified in the San Francisco Chronicle that Dharmesh Patel, an Indian-American radiologist from Washington, DC, who drove his family off a cliff, had a “psychotic breakdown.” Patel, driving a Tesla with his wife and two children, harbored delusions that his children were in danger of being sex trafficked.

Sydney shopping center attack: Australians protest violence against women

28 Apr 2024 14:25 PM IST

In a resounding display of solidarity and urgency, rallies have swept across Australia in response to a surge in violence against women, prompting calls for decisive government action and systemic change. Thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets, demanding that gender-based violence be declared a national emergency and advocating

Southern China: Five dead, 33 injured as Tornado hits Guangzhou

28 Apr 2024 13:40 PM IST

Five individuals have lost their lives and 33 others sustained injuries in a tornado that struck Guangzhou, located in southern China, as reported by CNN, citing Chinese state media. The city, which is home to 19 million people, experienced tornadoes at a level-three intensity, two levels below the highest level