Turkey, Lebanon Agree to Collaborate on Syrian Issues
Turkey and Lebanon have agreed to work together on Syrian issues following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced. “A new era has begun in Syria. As two key neighbors of Syria, we agree that we must act together,”
French President Macron thanks PM Modi for India’s support after Cyclone Chido hit Mayotte
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday after India extended its support following Cyclone Chido, a devastating storm that struck the French archipelago of Mayotte on Saturday. According to Meteo-France, Cyclone Chido was the strongest storm to
US-India exchanging briefings on alleged plot against Khalistani: State Dept
The panel set up by India to investigate allegations regarding a murder-for-hire plot against a US-based Khalistani and US government agencies have been exchanging briefings, according to State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. “We have been regularly briefing them on the results of our
UGC prepares guidelines for skill-based courses, micro-credentials in higher education
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has prepared guidelines for the introduction of skill-based courses and micro-credentials in higher educational institutions (HEIs) along with the standard operating procedures for their implementation. UGC Chairman M. Jagadesh Kumar told, “The guidelines are for the introduction of
US surgeons complete fifth gene-edited pig organ transplant
US surgeons have completed the fifth gene-edited pig organ transplant for an Alabama woman who is now free from dialysis and in better health, New York University (NYU) Langone Health has revealed. The surgery marks the latest promising breakthrough in an emerging surgical
South Korea to brace for possible resumption of US-North Korea dialogue under Trump: FM Cho
South Korea will ensure it has plans in place to engage with the incoming US administration under President-elect Donald Trump, should stalled nuclear talks with North Korea resume, said Seoul’s top diplomat on Wednesday. Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul made these remarks in a
Free treatment at all hospitals: Kejriwal launches ‘Sanjeevani Yojana’ for Delhi’s senior citizens
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday announced a free healthcare scheme for the city’s elderly, which they can avail at all government and private hospitals. Flanked by Delhi CM Atishi and senior Cabinet ministers, Kejriwal declared that all residents of
US: Texas authorities reveal severe groundwater contamination
Texas reported 252 new groundwater contamination cases in 2023, accounting for nearly nine percent of all open cases in the second-largest U.S. state, according to an official report. The latest Texas Groundwater Protection Committee annual report compiles 2,870 open cases of groundwater contamination.
18,714 km of highways constructed under Bharatmala Pariyojana in the last 7 years: Nitin Gadkari
Highway projects covering a total length of 26,425 km have been awarded, and 18,714 km have been constructed as of October 31, 2024, under the Bharatmala Pariyojana scheme, the Parliament was informed on Wednesday. Approved by the government of India in 2017, the
Canada announces new border security plan amid Trump’s tariff threats
The Canadian federal government has unveiled a new plan to bolster border security and strengthen the immigration system in response to US President-elect Donald Trump’s threat to impose a 25-percent tariff on all Canadian imports unless Canada halts illegal immigration and the smuggling
How Google News fought misinformation in India in 2024
From major elections to global conflicts and crises, 2024 was a pivotal year for the news industry, according to Google News. These significant events underscored the crucial role of newsrooms in providing accurate and timely information, the company noted, highlighting its efforts to
Lankan President reflects on ‘successful’ India visit and ‘productive discussions’ with PM Modi
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake described his three-day visit to India as “successful,” emphasizing the “productive discussions” he had with Indian leadership and business figures during his trip, which was also his first official foreign visit since taking office in September. “Returned
Veer Savarkar Airport begins international operations; PM Modi urges visit to Cellular Jail
Veer Savarkar Airport, previously known as Port Blair Airport, in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, has opened its runway to international flights, making the region more accessible to tourists and visitors from around the world. The archipelago, which has long had untapped tourism
Canada political crisis deepens as PM Trudeau faces fresh calls for resignation
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is facing fresh calls for his resignation, hours after Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland resigned in a surprise move due to disagreements with him over US President-elect Donald Trump’s tariff threats. A third of the ruling Liberal Party’s
The high cost of truth: Tech whistleblowers who paid the ultimate price: by Dr. Avi Verma
The tragic death of Suchir Balaji has put a spotlight on the dangers faced by whistleblowers in the technology industry. A 26-year-old AI researcher and former OpenAI employee, Balaji exposed alleged copyright violations in the company’s use of data to train its models,
‘Important step forward in bilateral ties’, EAM Jaishankar says as Moldova opens embassy in Delhi
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Sunday called the opening of the Moldovan Embassy in New Delhi “an important step forward that will open new possibilities for our (Indian-Moldovan) partnership.” Taking to X, EAM Jaishankar wrote: “Delighted to jointly inaugurate the Embassy
Gukesh makes history, becomes youngest World Chess Champion ever
India’s D Gukesh made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest-ever World Champion in chess, defeating Ding Liren of China in the 14-game match. The 18-year-old from Chennai capitalized on a blunder by Ding in the winner-takes-all 14th game, winning the match 7.5
PM Modi lays down 11 duties to achieve developed India by 2047
Highlighting the welfare initiatives of his government, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid down 11 duties and pledges for citizens, including zero tolerance for corruption and an end to the dynastic system, to achieve a Developed India by 2047. Speaking on the second day
Delhi CM Atishi writes to HM Amit Shah over Rohingyas; BJP calls it sham
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday wrote a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah accusing the Central government of settling Rohingyas in the city, a move that evoked a sharp reaction from the BJP, which slammed the CM for spreading falsehood. She
FairPoint: Rahul’s rhetoric falls flat as PM Modi steals spotlight
The Congress-led Opposition may have thought that it could corner the BJP-led Central government on its pet topic of ‘Save the Constitution’ during the two-day discussion in Lok Sabha, but it was not to be as Prime Minister Narendra Modi stole the show