Category: World
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Russian Presidential Elections Stir International Debate as Polling Occurs Globally
With the intense anticipation for the Lok Sabha elections in Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram witnessed a significant turnout on Thursday for the Russian Presidential elections. Around 60 Russian citizens lined up at the Russian House polling center to exercise their voting rights. Though the official dates for the elections in Russia are from March 15 to March…
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Mounting Tensions and Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza Amid Ongoing Conflict
Amid escalating violence in the Gaza Strip, at least 29 Palestinians perished in two separate incidents on a single tragic Thursday. The first attack targeted an aid distribution point in Al-Nuseirat camp, claiming the lives of eight individuals, while a later onslaught fired upon a gathered crowd in northern Gaza, resulting in 21 fatalities and…
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Byju’s Financial Crisis and Legal Battles: US Judges Intervene
In a significant court ruling, Tech firm Think & Learn Pvt, known by its commercial name Byju’s, is confronted with a directive from a US judge to safeguard $533 million for apprehensive creditors who insist that these funds are designated to repay their debts. The order, issued by US Bankruptcy Judge John Dorsey, strikes a…
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United States Moves Forward with Legislation to Control Foreign Apps like TikTok
In a move echoing India’s decision to ban TikTok in 2020, the United States House of Representatives, in an unusual moment of bipartisan agreement, backed a bill aimed at regulating the ownership of apps like the Chinese-owned TikTok. Garnering 352 affirmative against 65 opposing votes, the Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act could…
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Biden and Trump Secure Nominations, Face Challenges Ahead of Potential Rematch
As the 2024 U.S. presidential election draws near, both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have each locked in their party’s nomination, signaling the likelihood of a rematch from the 2020 election. Unlike their relatively straightforward primary wins, the journey to the November general election presents substantial hurdles for both candidates, reflective of…
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Escalating Tensions as Hezbollah Launches Rockets in Retaliation for Israeli Strikes
On March 12, Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah group announced it had fired over 100 rockets at Israeli military positions in the Golan Heights. This forceful response was in retaliation for a previous Israeli strike near Baalbek that resulted in one casualty. Over time, the exchanges between Hezbollah and Israel have grown more frequent since the outbreak…
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National Security Adviser Ajit Doval Meets with Israeli Prime Minister to Discuss Regional Peace Efforts
National Security Adviser Ajit Doval engaged in critical discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Israel on the recent conflict in Gaza. Their talks on March 11 focused on the urgency of humanitarian assistance in the region as well as measures for securing the release of hostages. This meeting signifies the active role India…
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Fasting and Famine: Gaza’s Dual Hardships During Ramadan Amidst Conflict
In the midst of escalating conflict, the residents of Gaza have commenced fasting for the holy month of Ramadan from March 11, confronting severe hunger and a growing humanitarian crisis. Despite efforts by the United States, Qatar, and Egypt to initiate a cease-fire—including the potential release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners and delivery of…
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India and EFTA Seal Landmark Trade Agreement Promising Economic Growth and Accessibility
India has embarked on a decisive step forward in international trade by entering into a historical agreement with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which includes Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. This move aims to escalate trade and investment efforts, fostering an environment where the economy thrives and consumers enjoy greater access to a variety…
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The Tensions in Gaza: Netanyahu’s Controversial Campaign and Civilian Casualties
During significant military hostilities between Israeli forces and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu conveyed to a German publication that the conflict had resulted in the deaths of approximately 13,000 individuals deemed ‘terrorists’ by Israel amidst their operations in Gaza. With on-ground images released by the Israeli military depicting troops taking…
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World Leaders’ Diplomacy Averted a Nuclear Crisis Amid the Russia-Ukraine Conflict
In a tense global climate in late 2022, the threat of a nuclear engagement loomed over the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine. It was during this precarious moment that the diplomatic interventions by global powers, including overtures by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, played a decisive role in stepping back from the brink of…
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Tragic Mishap in Gaza: Airdropped Humanitarian Aid Results in Fatalities
A tragic incident unfolded in the Al-Shati refugee camp north of Gaza’s coast, where five civilians were killed and ten others wounded due to a humanitarian airdrop gone awry. The casualties, resulting from a failure in the parachute mechanism of the airdrop, were swiftly attended to and taken to the Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City,…