Slovenia nominates Tomaz Vesel for European Commissioner
Ljubljana, July 26 - The Slovenian centre-left government on Friday nominated Tomaz Vesel, a former head of the national Court of Audit, as its candidate for European Commissioner.
EU mobilizes support to combat wildfires across southern Europe
Helsinki, July 26 - Amid escalating wildfire threats in southern Europe, the European Union (EU) has activated its Civil Protection Mechanism to support the most affected regions.
Russia’s central bank raises key interest rate to 18 per cent
Moscow, July 26 - Russia's central bank has raised its key interest rate by 200 basis points from 16 to 18 per cent, it said in a statement Friday.
Afghan Deputy PM lays foundation stone of modern lounge at Kabul airport
Kabul, July 26 - Afghan caretaker government's Acting Deputy Prime Minister on Economic Affairs Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar laid the foundation stone of a new modern lounge at the Kabul International Airport on Thursday, reported the state-run Bakhtar news agency on Friday.
France’s TGV train services resume after arson attack disruptions
Paris, July 26 - France's TGV high-speed train services are gradually resuming after severe disruptions caused by arson attacks, with one-third of the trains expected to be operational by Friday afternoon, announced the resigning Minister for Transport, Patrice Vergriete.
Vietnam’s port system able to handle world’s largest ships
Hanoi, July 26 - Vietnam's port system is now equipped to handle the largest ships in the world, attracting operations from 40 major international shipping lines, Vietnam News Agency reported Friday, citing the Vietnam Maritime Administration.
Fiji plans to introduce drug testing kits in schools
Suva, July 26 - Fiji's Education Ministry is working with other ministries and departments to introduce drug testing kits in schools.
Guinean presidency says political transition will not end on December 31
Conakry, July 26 - The date of December 31, 2024, will not mark the end of the transition that began in Guinea after the army seized power on September 5, 2021, Amara Camara, secretary general of the Guinean presidency, said Thursday.
Myanmar floods displace 1,30,000; Magway region most affected
Yangon, July 26 - Over 1,30,000 people from over 33,000 households have been affected by floods across regions and states in Myanmar in July, according to a disaster management official on Friday.
Remembering ‘Rashtra Ratna’ Abdul Kalam and his enduring camaraderie with PM Modi
New Delhi, July 27 - The relation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former Late President A. P. J. Adul Kalam was a close and cordial one that began when PM Modi served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat.
CM Stalin shuns NITI Aayog meet; slams Centre for neglecting TN in Budget
Chennai, July 27 - Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, MK Stalin, has boycotted the NITI Aayog meeting being held in New Delhi on Saturday.
FPIs pump in Rs 52,910 crore as Budget aims to foster stable investment environment
New Delhi, July 27 - The foreign portfolio investor (FPI) community, which is set to play a major role in positioning India as the third largest economy in the world, has pumped in nearly 52,910 crore in equity and debt this month (till
2 persons trapped, 2 hurt in Navi Mumbai building collapse; 50 have narrow escape
Navi Mumbai, July 27 - Two persons were feared trapped while two others were rescued and 50 people managed to rush to safety when a multi-storey building collapsed in Belapur, Navi Mumbai, in the wee hours of Saturday, officials said.
Head and neck cancers on the rise in India, youth at key risk: Experts
New Delhi, July 27 - India is witnessing a significant increase in the incidence of head and neck cancers, with projections estimating 2.1 million new cancer cases by 2040, healthcare experts said on Saturday.
PM Modi to visit Kyiv in August, his first since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022
New Delhi, July 27 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be travelling to Kyiv in August, his first visit since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 24, 2022, sources said.
PM Modi, Amit Shah extend their wishes to CRFP on Raising Day
New Delhi, July 27 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, on Saturday, extended their greetings to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on the occasion of their 86th Raising Day, and hailed their service to the nation.
One terrorist killed, 2 soldiers injured in Kupwara encounter
Srinagar, July 27 - One Pakistani terrorist was killed and two Indian Army soldiers were injured during an encounter between militants and security forces in Trehgam sector in North Kashmir's Kupwara District, officials said on Saturday.
Paris Olympics: NASA shares stunning images from space, Musk reacts
New Delhi, July 27 - NASA on Saturday shared stunning images of Paris from space as the 2024 Paris Olympics got off to a blistering start amid thunderclouds and heavy rains.
Sikh Republican Harmeet Dhillon faces backlash for ‘ardas’ recital at RNC; Congressman Krishnamoorthi condemns racist responses
Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has condemned the racist backlash directed at Republican National Committeewoman Harmeet Dhillon following her recital of the Sikh prayer ‘ardas’ at the Republican National Convention. Krishnamoorthi, a Democrat representing Illinois, described the response as “completely unacceptable.” Dhillon, a prominent
Dr. Pamarty Venkataramana analyzes Union Budget 2024-25: Insights on India’s economic outlook amid global shifts and policy initiatives
By Dr. Avi Verma Publisher In an insightful interview with the IndoUS Tribune, Dr. Pamarty Venkataramana, an esteemed international corporate jurist, business strategist, and author, delves into the implications of the current Union Budget 2024-25. Offering a comprehensive analysis of the budget’s potential