Women’s T20 WC: Jemimah Rodrigues Aims to ‘Keep It Simple’ and Help India Secure the Title
Indian middle-order batter Jemimah Rodrigues is determined to contribute significantly to the team’s success in the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup in the UAE, starting October 3. With prior experience playing in the Gulf region, she emphasizes the importance of adapting to the
Shigeru Ishiba Elected as Japan’s Prime Minister
Shigeru Ishiba, leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), has been elected as the country’s new Prime Minister following a parliamentary vote on Tuesday. He succeeds Fumio Kishida. Both houses of the Japanese parliament approved Ishiba’s election after he won the LDP
FBI to Pay $22 Million to Settle Gender Discrimination Lawsuit
The FBI has agreed to a settlement of over $22 million in a class-action lawsuit that accused the agency of gender discrimination at its training academy. The lawsuit claimed that female recruits faced targeted dismissals and harassment, including sexually charged comments about their
California Governor Vetoes Controversial AI Bill
Governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a contentious bill focused on artificial intelligence (AI) safety, drawing mixed reactions from stakeholders across the tech industry and advocacy groups. On Sunday, just a day before the deadline, Newsom vetoed Senate Bill 1047 (SB1047), known as the
South Korea to Launch Strategic Command in Response to North Korean Threats
South Korea is set to establish a new military command this week to enhance its defense capabilities against evolving nuclear and missile threats from North Korea, according to the defense ministry. The South Korean Strategic Command will be inaugurated on Tuesday, amid rising
The atmosphere was so relaxed’: Chess Olympiad winners share their experiences from meeting with PM Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted India’s young chess champions at his official residence to celebrate their historic victories at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest, where both the men’s and women’s teams won their first gold medals. The teams presented Modi with a
Canada’s Prime Minister Trudeau survives a no-confidence vote in Parliament.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau successfully navigated a no-confidence vote on Wednesday, marking a significant test for his minority Liberal government, which has seen a decline in popularity after nine years in office. In a heated debate characterized by raised voices and slammed
Amit Shah to hold five election rallies in J&K.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to lead the BJP’s campaign for the third phase of Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday. He will address five rallies, starting the day in Chenani, followed by a meeting in Udhampur, then rallies
US Congress passes short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the elections.
The US Congress has overwhelmingly approved a short-term funding bill to avert a government shutdown. On Wednesday evening, the Senate voted 78-18 to pass the measure, following the House’s approval with a vote of 341-82. Opposition came solely from Republicans in both chambers,
Rahul Gandhi to Hold Two Rallies in J&K on Wednesday
Senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, will conduct two campaign rallies in Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday. His schedule begins with an interaction at the Radisson hotel in Jammu, starting around 11:25 AM, where he
EAM Jaishankar Meets Global Officials for Discussions
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has met with officials from Asia, Europe, and Latin America on the sidelines of the UN high-level meetings to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss international and regional issues. His discussions began with France’s new Foreign Minister, Jean-Noel Barro,
Following ‘Successful’ US Trip, PM Modi to Address Rally in Gohana, Haryana Today
Following his three-day ‘successful’ trip to the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to return to the campaign trail in Haryana, where Assembly elections are scheduled for October 5. Modi will hold his second public meeting in the state today, aiming to
India set to be one of the fastest-growing economies until 2030, according to Goldman Sachs.
According to global brokerage Goldman Sachs, India is on track to remain one of the fastest-growing economies in the world until 2030, fueled by robust GDP growth and favorable investor sentiment. Goldman Sachs noted that the country’s earnings have stabilized in recent years,
Turkish President omits reference to Kashmir at UNGA for the first time since 2019.
In a notable shift, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan did not reference Kashmir during his annual address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) this year, marking the first time he has skipped this topic since 2019. Erdogan has previously used the UNGA
EAM Jaishankar Meets G4 Foreign Ministers on UNGA Sidelines
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged in discussions with the foreign ministers of the G4 countries on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation among Brazil, Germany, India, and Japan, particularly in the context of global
PM Modi’s Whirlwind US Trip Achieves ‘Very Significant Outcomes’: Foreign Secretary
During his brief 55-hour trip to the US, Prime Minister Narendra Modi secured “very significant outcomes” across both bilateral and multilateral spheres, allowing India to articulate its perspectives on the global stage, according to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Misri briefed reporters on Modi’s
Trump-Announced Meeting with PM Modi Did Not Take Place
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump had indicated plans to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to New York, but the meeting did not take place. PM Modi’s trip was a brief 55 hours filled with engagements, while Trump was focused
Zelensky Expresses Gratitude for PM Modi’s Support of Ukraine’s Territorial Integrity
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday for his “clear support” of Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the UN Summit of the Future to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine
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,