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India Seeking Free Trade Agreement With Island Nation, Says Maldives Minister

26 May 2024 12:53 PM IST

India has initiated efforts to establish a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the Maldives, as confirmed by Maldivian Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed. Addressing a press conference in Male, Saeed highlighted that discussions regarding the Free Trade Deal are currently underway. “They (India) want there to be

Third Case Of Polio Reported In Pakistan

26 May 2024 12:23 PM IST

Amid efforts to combat the debilitating poliovirus, Pakistan is confronting the emergence of its third polio case this year, alarming health authorities, according to Dawn. On a somber Saturday, Pakistan confirmed its third polio case of the current year, intensifying the ongoing struggle against this crippling disease. Additionally, three more

British PM Rishi Sunak Takes Unusual Break Amid Election Campaign

26 May 2024 12:19 PM IST

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, after declaring a general election for July 4, is reportedly opting for a day away from public events on the first weekend of the campaign. The 44-year-old leader of Indian origin is said to be spending the time with his closest advisers and family, amidst

NASA Launches First PREFIRE CubeSat To Study Heat Emissions From Earth’s Poles

26 May 2024 11:07 AM IST

The first of two climate satellites intended to study heat emissions at Earth’s poles for NASA has successfully entered orbit. This followed its launch atop Rocket Lab’s Electron rocket from Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand, at 7:41 pm NZST (3:41 am EDT) on Saturday, as announced by NASA

Taiwan on Alert: Chinese Military Aircraft, Vessels Detected Nearby

26 May 2024 11:00 AM IST

Taiwan’s Ministry of Defence detected seven aircraft from China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) and over 10 vessels from China’s People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) in the vicinity of Taiwan on Sunday. The Ministry’s statement revealed the presence of seven PLA aircraft, 14 PLAN vessels, and four China Coast Guard (CCG)

Hamas Representative Rejects New Negotiations with Israel Amid Gaza Truce Talks

26 May 2024 09:12 AM IST

In a recent interview with Al Jazeera Arabic, senior Hamas representative Osama Hamdan dismissed the possibility of entering into new negotiations with Israel. Hamdan emphasized that Hamas’s priority remains Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza and the cessation of all hostilities. He stated firmly, “We do not need new negotiations,” highlighting that

Princess Kate Middleton ‘May Not Appear In Public For Rest Of The Year’: Here’s Why?

25 May 2024 19:27 PM IST

The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, is reportedly putting her public engagements on hold for the rest of the year as she undergoes preventive chemotherapy following a cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Sources informed The Daily Beast that Kate has no plans for public appearances in her diary for 2024.

US Sends $275 Million in Weapons to Ukraine as Russia Intensifies Assault on Kharkiv

25 May 2024 19:10 PM IST

The United States unveiled a new batch of military assistance for Ukraine, comprising ammunition, missiles, mines, and artillery rounds. This announcement comes as Russia continues its attack on the Kharkiv region. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, “The United States is announcing today a significant new drawdown of weapons and

Pakistan: Mob Attacks Christian Man, Burns House Over Alleged Blasphemy In Sargodha

25 May 2024 19:00 PM IST

An angry mob attacked a Christian individual, vandalized his home, and set properties on fire, accusing him of ‘blasphemy’ in Sargodha city, Pakistan, on Saturday, as reported by Geo News. This incident is one of many that underscore the precarious situation faced by religious minorities in Pakistan, who endure threats

Amit Shah: ‘PoK is Ours and We Will Take It Back’

25 May 2024 18:03 PM IST

Union Minister Amit Shah on Saturday criticized the Congress for attempting to intimidate us by highlighting the neighboring country’s possession of atomic bombs. He firmly stated that Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) is a part of India, and we will reclaim it. Addressing a rally in Amb, Una district, in support of Union

Haiti Crisis: US Embassy Under Scrutiny After Declining Assistance Plea

25 May 2024 17:13 PM IST

Senator Josh Hawley, a Republican from Missouri, asserted that the American embassy in Haiti failed to fulfill its duties after gangs reportedly murdered Natalie (daughter) and Davy Lloyd (son-in-law) of state representative Ben Baker, who were serving as missionaries in the country. On X, Baker shared his anguish expressing “heart is broken in a

Gold Mine Collapse In Kenya: 5 People Dead, Several Missing

25 May 2024 16:53 PM IST

A tragedy has unfolded in Northern Kenya, where a Gold mine collapse has claimed the lives of at least five individuals, with several others reported missing. The incident occurred at the Hilo artisanal mine, prompting urgent efforts to locate the whereabouts of the missing individuals. According to authorities, the collapse