Hungary and Ukraine Seek to Strengthen Relations
Hungary and Ukraine are keen to enhance their bilateral relations, according to Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto. At a joint press conference with newly-appointed Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha, Szijjarto reaffirmed Hungary’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the ongoing
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
EAM Jaishankar Arrives in Washington for Bilateral Talks with Blinken
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Washington, DC, on Sunday and is scheduled to meet US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday. Their discussions will cover a variety of bilateral and global issues, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict and ongoing unrest in
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
US Opens Additional 250,000 Visa Appointments for Indian Travelers
The US Embassy in India announced on Monday that it has opened an additional 250,000 visa appointments for Indian travelers, including tourists, skilled workers, and students. According to the US Mission to India, “The newly released slots will help hundreds of thousands of
Hurricane Helene Death Toll Exceeds 100 in the US
The death toll related to Hurricane Helene in the United States has surpassed 100 as of Sunday, according to local news reports. North Carolina has reported 37 fatalities, while South Carolina has seen 27 deaths, as noted by the Xinhua news agency and
Alizeh Wins ‘IIFA Best Debutant’ Award for ‘Farrey’: A Perfect Start to Her Career
Alizeh, niece of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan, has made a remarkable entry into the film industry with her debut in the 2023 heist thriller Farrey. She has been awarded the prestigious IIFA Best Debutant Award (Female) for 2024, marking a significant milestone in
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
North Korea Could Conduct Nuclear Test After US Elections: Spy Agency
South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) has indicated that North Korea may conduct its seventh nuclear test following the U.S. presidential elections in November. This assessment was shared with lawmakers during a parliamentary intelligence committee meeting. According to representatives from both the ruling
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
New York Mayor indicted on federal criminal charges.
Mayor Eric Adams, 64, has been indicted on federal criminal charges, marking a historic moment as the first sitting mayor in modern New York City to face such allegations, according to local media reports. The specifics of the sealed indictment are set to
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,
“You’ve Got to Be on Your Game Bowling Against Him”: Lyon on Facing Pant
As excitement builds for the upcoming Border Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, veteran Australian spinner Nathan Lyon shared his insights on tackling India’s dynamic wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant. Lyon emphasized, “You’ve got to be good to bowl against him,” highlighting the challenge posed by Pant’s aggressive
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
Trump Claims Reelection Would Trigger ‘Mass Exodus’ of Manufacturing Back to the US from South Korea and Other Nations
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump stated that a vote for him in November would result in a “mass exodus of manufacturing” to America from countries like South Korea and China. He made these comments during a campaign speech on tax policy in Savannah,
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