6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Indonesia’s Gorontalo Province; No Tsunami Alert Issued
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake shook Indonesia’s Gorontalo province early Tuesday morning, but no tsunami warning was issued, according to the country’s meteorology, climatology, and geophysics agency. The quake struck at 2:51 A.M. Jakarta time, with its epicenter located 77 km southwest of Gorontalo city
ADB Unveils 5-Year Strategy to Enhance Fiji’s Climate Resilience
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced on Tuesday the launch of a new country partnership strategy for Fiji covering 2024-2028, aimed at strengthening the South Pacific nation’s resilience to economic and climate-related challenges. This five-year plan will focus on enhancing public sector management,
Russia Will Only Resume Nuclear Tests If the U.S. Does, Says Deputy FM
Russia will refrain from conducting nuclear tests as long as the United States maintains the same stance, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov, as reported by local media. Ryabkov emphasized that while Russia has the capability to conduct nuclear tests, it will
RG Kar Case: CBI Investigates Suspended Junior Doctor’s Movements on August 8-9
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is examining the whereabouts of a recently suspended junior doctor, Avik Dey, during the night of August 8, when the horrific rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee at R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital occurred. The
WHO and multilateral development banks sign a $1.5 billion agreement to finance primary health care.
In a major step to enhance healthcare in low and middle-income countries, the World Health Organization (WHO) and multilateral development banks (MDBs) have introduced a $1.5 billion primary health financing platform covering 15 countries. This groundbreaking initiative, part of the new ‘Health Impact
EAM Jaishankar Meets Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Advisor in New York Amid Tensions
New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Advisor Touhid Hossain on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. This marks the first high-level engagement between India and Bangladesh’s interim
Atishi takes charge as Delhi CM, Drawing on Ramayan’s Symbolism
Atishi has officially taken charge as the Chief Minister of Delhi, invoking the rich symbolism of the Ramayan to emphasize her vision for leadership. In her inaugural address, she highlighted themes of duty, righteousness, and service, aligning her governance approach with the values
Sensex Hits Record High, Bharti Airtel and SBI Lead Gains
Indian stock indices hit an all-time high on Monday, buoyed by strong performances from major players like Bharti Airtel, State Bank of India (SBI), and Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M). In early trading, the Sensex and Nifty marked new records, reaching 84,862 and 25,911,
PM Modi Inspiring Us to Utilize AI for the Benefit of People: Google’s Sundar Pichai
Sundar Pichai, CEO of Alphabet and Google, shared that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for artificial intelligence (AI) is driving the tech giant to focus on using AI to tackle pressing societal issues. He highlighted that Google is not only investing heavily in
Prostate Cancer: A Treatable Condition Burdened by Social Stigma
Prostate cancer extends beyond a medical diagnosis; it profoundly affects a man’s emotional health, his family, and society at large, according to healthcare professionals. The condition often carries a significant social stigma, impacting not just men’s health but also their sense of masculinity,
South Korean and US Space Agencies Collaborate on Research Initiatives
The Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) has signed a joint statement with the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to enhance cooperation in various areas of space and aerospace research. The agreement was finalized at NASA headquarters in Washington, DC, during discussions between
Delhi Congress Chief Slams Kejriwal for “Betrayal” and “Drama”
Devender Yadav, President of the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee, criticized AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal for “betraying” the people of Delhi and for his recent ‘Janata ki Adalat’ initiative, stating that the public is no longer fooled by his theatrics. In an interview with
NCPCR Meets with Google and Social Media Platforms to Discuss Child Safety Measures
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) recently convened a meeting with Google and major social media platforms, including Meta, X, Snapchat, and others, to address child protection and safety concerns. In its statement, the NCPCR outlined that the discussions covered
Rahul Gandhi to Hold Two Election Rallies in J&K on Monday
Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, is set to visit Jammu and Kashmir on Monday to address two election rallies ahead of the second phase of the Assembly polls. Gandhi will begin his visit by arriving in Srinagar on
PM Modi: India Aims to Contribute to Global Prosperity, Not Dominate
Prime Minister Modi stated that India seeks to play a role in fostering global prosperity rather than striving for dominance. He emphasized the country’s commitment to collaboration and mutual growth on the international stage. During his speech, he introduced a new concept for
PM Modi interacts with Leading Tech CEOs, Showcases India’s Technological Advancements
Prime Minister Modi recently interacted with prominent technology CEOs, emphasizing India’s significant progress in the tech sector. During the discussions, he highlighted the country’s innovations and achievements, showcasing its growing role as a global leader in technology. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with
India and US to Launch Semiconductor Fabrication Plant for National Security
India and the US are set to establish a new semiconductor fabrication plant named ‘Shakti,’ which will be among the world’s first multi-material fabs dedicated to national security. US President Joe Biden and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have hailed this significant agreement
Biden to Host PM Modi in Wilmington as Quad Leaders Strengthen Partnership
US President Joe Biden will welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Australian PM Anthony Albanese, and Japanese PM Kishida Fumio for the sixth in-person Quad Leaders Summit at Archmere Academy in Wilmington, Delaware, Biden’s hometown. This marks the first time Biden is hosting foreign
Insights from PM Modi’s US Travel Diaries: Tales of Simplicity and Long-Term Vision
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently on a three-day visit to the US for the Quad Leaders’ Summit and the United Nations’ ‘Summit of the Future,’ aiming to strengthen India’s ties with the US and other Indo-Pacific allies. While this visit is one
Man Arrested in Italy in Connection with 1977 Australian Double Murders
Authorities have confirmed the arrest of a man in Italy linked to the 1977 murders of two women in Melbourne. The 65-year-old suspect, a dual Greek-Australian citizen, was apprehended at a Rome airport on Thursday following an arrest warrant issued by police in