Category: World
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Death Penalty and Unrest: Blasphemy Convictions Spark Controversy in Pakistan
A 22-year-old student in Pakistan has been sentenced to death after being convicted of blasphemy for sending WhatsApp messages that were found to contain derogatory content about Prophet Muhammad. The verdict was issued by a court in Punjab province, sparking intense debate over the country’s stringent blasphemy laws. In addition to the student, a 17-year-old…
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EAM S Jaishankar’s Tokyo Visit: Remembering Shinzo Abe and Strengthening India-Japan Ties
In a poignant moment during his first visit to Tokyo since the tragic demise of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had a heartfelt meeting with Abe’s widow, Akie. Conveying personal condolences on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the recent loss of Shinzo Abe’s mother, Jaishankar recalled the…
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Horrific Stabbing Incident Claims Lives of Six Family Members in Ottawa
An unimaginable crime occurred in Ottawa, the capital of Canada, as six individuals—a mother and her four children, alongside an acquaintance of the family—fell victim to a heinous knife attack late Wednesday night, shocking a nation where such massacres are uncommon. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau conveyed his deep sense of horror at the event, branding…
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President Biden Announces US-Led Emergency Aid Initiative for Gaza
During his State of the Union address, President Joe Biden declared a significant US military-led operation to establish a temporary port off the coast of Gaza for delivering urgent humanitarian assistance. This initiative aims to alleviate the sufferings in Gaza caused by the blockade which has restricted essential supplies. Biden’s direction seeks to address severe…
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Indians Stranded and Coerced into Military Service amid Russia-Ukraine Conflict Seek Urgent Help
On the contentious Russia-Ukraine border, an unfolding human crisis features a group of seven young Indians, who were promised tourism and work opportunities but found themselves ensnared in military entanglements with potentially grave consequences. Among those trapped are Gagandeep Singh, Lovepreet Singh, Narain Singh, Gurpreet Singh, Harsh Kumar, and Abhishek Kumar, heralding from Punjab and…
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Election Results Shape Indo-Pak Engagement Prospects and Sharif’s Economic Priorities
The general election results in Pakistan have cast uncertainty on the process of exploring re-engagement with India, leading to a cautious stance from both nations. Shehbaz Sharif’s assumption of the role of Prime Minister in Pakistan, following the election, has been acknowledged by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, but both countries remain in a wait-and-watch…
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Tragic Loss and Conflict in Israel: Indian National Killed in Hezbollah Missile Strike
A tragic strike occurred in north Israel’s Margaliot area when a missile was launched by the Hezbollah faction supporting the conflict with Hamas, resulting in the first Indian casualty of the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. On March 5, 2024, Patnibin Maxwell from Kollam in Kerala lost his life during this brutal attack, and two other Indian…
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U.S. Supreme Court Validates Trump’s Eligibility for Colorado Primary Ballot
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a crucial ruling in favor of former President Donald Trump, asserting that he remains eligible to participate in the Colorado Republican primary for the upcoming election. This decision directly counters the Colorado Supreme Court’s decision that used the 14th Amendment—involving those engaged in insurrections—to declare him ineligible due to his…
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Spanish Tourist Gang-Rape Incident in Jharkhand: Investigation and Reactions
The Jharkhand Police reported that the three culprits linked to the gang-rape of a Spanish woman in Dumka district were placed in judicial custody. On March 1, the victim, camping with her husband, was assaulted in Hansdiha, about 300 km from Ranchi. The incident led to the recording of the woman’s statement and a medical…
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Nikki Haley Clinches Symbolic Victory in Washington DC Republican Primary
Presidential contender Nikki Haley achieved a significant win in the Washington DC Republican primary on Sunday, marking her first triumph in the nominating race. As the only challenger left against Donald Trump, Haley secured 62.9% of the votes compared to Trump’s 33.2%. Though the victory was largely symbolic, it provided momentum for Haley as she…
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Political Maneuvering and Crisis: Developments in Pakistan and India’s Political Landscape
Shehbaz Sharif was voted in as Pakistan’s Prime Minister for a second time on March 3, commanding a majority in the newly-elected Parliament. At 72 years old, Sharif represents the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz and the Pakistan Peoples Party, garnering 201 votes in the 336-member house. His mere challenger, Omar Ayub Khan of the former jailed…
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President Biden’s Confusion Over Ukraine and Gaza in Aid Announcement
During a recent address, US President Joe Biden experienced another moment of mix-up, mistakenly referring to airdropping food and supplies into Ukraine when he intended to speak about aid efforts in the Gaza Strip. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was present alongside Biden when this error was made. White House spokesperson John Kirby later corrected…