Europe

EU to probe Apple, Meta, Alphabet under new digital law

26 Mar 2024 12:59 PM IST

The European Commission has initiated its first “non-compliance” investigations against Alphabet, Apple, and Meta under the Digital Markets Act, which aims to prevent Big Tech companies from dominating digital markets. In a statement released on March 25, the Commission announced that it is investigating Alphabet’s Google Play rules on steering

White House expresses confusion as Netanyahu cancels Israeli Delegation’s visit to US

26 Mar 2024 12:55 PM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to postpone an Israeli delegation’s visit to the US has left White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby saying that they are “perplexed”. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Kirby stated that although the Israeli PM’s office seems to suggest that the

Ex Executive Receives Death Sentence For Murdering Netflix Producer : Report

26 Mar 2024 11:47 AM IST

A former executive in China has been sentenced to death for the murder of the founder of a prominent gaming company in 2020, as reported by Chinese media. According to CBS News, Xu Yao poisoned the food of company founder Lin Qi in December 2020 due to a professional dispute,

Maldives President Muizzu seeks debt relief from India

26 Mar 2024 10:55 AM IST

Former Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has called upon current President Mohamed Muizzu to abandon his obstinate stance and initiate dialogue with neighboring nations to tackle financial challenges. Solih’s remarks follow Muizzu’s recent plea to India for debt relief, despite Muizzu being perceived as pro-China. Solih, who lost to Muizzu

Putin hints at potential connection to Ukraine; Refuses to comment on ISIS link in Moscow attack

26 Mar 2024 10:00 AM IST

The Kremlin declined to provide any comments on Monday regarding the claims by the Islamic State group asserting its responsibility for the deadliest attack in Russia in two decades. This comes as rescuers continue to search for bodies amidst the wreckage of the burnt-out Moscow concert hall. Eleven individuals have

For first instance, UN Security Council demands immediate ceasefire in Gaza

26 Mar 2024 09:08 AM IST

After over five months of conflict, the UN Security Council has, for the first time, called for an immediate ceasefire, with the United States abstaining from the vote after previously vetoing similar drafts. This resolution, which received approval from all other 14 members, emphasizes the necessity of an immediate ceasefire

Indian PhD Student Dies In Accident In London

26 Mar 2024 08:59 AM IST

A 33-year-old Indian student tragically lost her life in a road accident last week while cycling back to her residence in London. Cheistha Kochhar, formerly associated with the public policy think tank NITI Aayog, was pursuing her PhD at the London School of Economics. Former CEO of NITI Aayog, Amitabh

New York judge sets April 15 trial date in Trump ‘Hush money’ case

26 Mar 2024 08:42 AM IST

A New York judge has set the start date for former US President Donald Trump’s hush money trial to April 15, marking the beginning of his first criminal trial this spring after a recent delay, as per The Hill’s report. Trump, who aimed to postpone all four of his criminal

Israel Accepts US-Proposed Prisoner-Hostage Exchange with Hamas

25 Mar 2024 19:52 PM IST

According to CNN, Israel has agreed to a proposal from the US regarding a prisoner-hostage exchange deal. This deal would involve Tel Aviv releasing more than 700 Palestinian prisoners, including 100 individuals serving life sentences for the killing of Israeli nationals. In return, Hamas in Gaza would release 40 Israeli

Pakistan: Islamabad Court Summons Imran Khan and Wife on April 4

25 Mar 2024 16:35 PM IST

A district and session court in Islamabad issued an order for the appearance of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on April 4, Pakistan-based ARY News reported. Details reveal that Session Court Judge Tahir Abbas Sipra presided over the bail pleas and issued production orders

Antonio Guterres Accuses Israel of Blocking Gaza Aid; Israel Denies

25 Mar 2024 16:09 PM IST

The Israeli agency COGAT (Coordination of Government Activities in the Territories: Judea and Samaria and towards the Gaza Strip) denied assertions made by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres regarding Israel’s alleged obstruction of humanitarian aid into Gaza. “Again, the UN is deceiving,” said COGAT, showing a picture of trucks holding

US: DNA From Gum Leads to Arrest in 1980 Murder Case

24 Mar 2024 15:58 PM IST

A man in Oregon has been convicted in the unsolved 1980 murder of a college student after DNA discovered in chewing gum connected him to the crime. According to a statement from the Multnomah County District Attorney, Barbara Tucker, aged 19, on January 15, 1980, was “kidnapped, sexually assaulted, and