Harris Unveils Bold Plan to Support Small Businesses
Vice President Kamala Harris unveiled an “ambitious” initiative on Wednesday aimed at bolstering small businesses through a range of measures, including tax deductions, low- and no-interest loans, investments, and a fairer tax code. Harris outlined a goal of facilitating 25 million new small
33 Palestinians Killed in Week-Long Israeli Operations in West Bank
Israel’s week-long military operations in the West Bank have resulted in the deaths of 33 Palestinians and injuries to approximately 140 others, according to the Palestinian Health Ministry. The fatalities include 19 in Jenin, four in Tubas, seven in Tulkarm—all in the northern
PM Modi Aims to Establish Multiple ‘Singapores’ Across Bharat
During his visit to Singapore, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his ambition to replicate Singapore’s success across India. Speaking at a meeting with Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Modi highlighted his vision of establishing several “Singapores” within Bharat. The two leaders discussed strengthening
India Declares ‘New Chapter in Relations’ with Singapore Following Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have officially elevated their nations’ bilateral relationship to a “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership” during Modi’s two-day visit to Singapore. In a productive meeting on Thursday, the two leaders discussed a broad range of collaborative
“South Korea Identifies Emergency Care Crisis as Key Driver for Medical Reform”
South Korea’s health ministry has identified ongoing difficulties in managing emergency rooms as a major impetus for its push for medical reform. This includes increasing the quota for medical school admissions. The national emergency care system has faced growing concerns as several hospitals
Iran Summons UK Diplomat Over London’s Sanctions
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has summoned the British charge d’affaires in response to the UK’s recent imposition of sanctions on three Iranian individuals and one entity. The summons was conducted by Majid Nili Ahmadabadi, the ministry’s director for Western European affairs, following the UK’s
PM Modi Conducts Delegation-Level Talks with Brunei’s Sultan, Then Heads to Singapore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei conducted high-level talks on Wednesday, discussing a range of topics including defense, trade and investment, food security, education, energy, and space technology. The discussions, held at Istana Nurul Iman, aimed at enhancing
Maldives President Approves New FDI Act to Enhance Investor Confidence and Drive Economic Reforms
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has approved a new Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Act aimed at modernizing the country’s investment framework and boosting investor confidence, according to state media. The previous FDI Act, in place for 45 years, no longer reflected the current global
Switzerland Reopens Embassy in Iraq After 33-Year Absence
Switzerland has reopened its embassy in Baghdad, marking its return to Iraq after a 33-year hiatus following the Gulf War. The Iraqi Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that the embassy’s reopening is part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation between
The UN has brokered a deal between Libyan factions to address the central bank crisis.
The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) has announced that Libya’s two rival legislative bodies have reached an agreement to address the central bank crisis within the next few days. According to UNSMIL, discussions held at its Tripoli office on Monday and
US Seizes Venezuelan President’s Airplane, Citing Sanction Violations
The U.S. has seized an aircraft belonging to Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in the Dominican Republic, citing violations of sanctions laws, the Justice Department announced. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland stated, “This morning, the Justice Department seized an aircraft that we allege was
Protests across Israel intensify, putting pressure on Netanyahu to secure a hostage deal
On Sunday, hundreds of thousands of Israelis took to the streets nationwide, urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate a ceasefire with Hamas to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. Approximately 700,000 people participated in protests on major roads and at
Musk Claims Evidence Shows Brazil’s ‘Fake Judge’ Deliberately Interfered in Election
Tech billionaire Elon Musk has accused Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes of being a “fake judge” and claimed that evidence is mounting to show that de Moraes deliberately interfered in Brazil’s recent election. Musk’s remarks came after de Moraes ordered a
Trump says getting along with Kim Jong-un is ‘good thing’
Washington, Aug 31 – US presidential candidate Donald Trump said that “getting along” with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is a “good thing,” after his Democratic rival Kamala Harris vowed not to “cosy up to” dictators like Kim. During a campaign rally in
Yemen: Gas station explosion rocks Aden
Aden (Yemen), Aug 31 – A powerful explosion shook a residential neighbourhood in Yemen’s southern port city of Aden, according to the witnesses. The loud blast, originating from a gas station, sent shockwaves through the densely populated district of Mansourah in Aden, causing
IDF strikes Hezbollah military structures in south Lebanon
Tel Aviv, Aug 31 – Hezbollah military structures and launchers in the Tayr Harfa area in south Lebanon were attacked after the forces detected several militants entering the region, according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The Israel Air Forces attacked the military
US urges China to take steps to end repression of Muslim Uyghurs, minorities in Xinjiang
Washington, Aug 31 – The US has urged China to take immediate action to end its ongoing repression of Muslim Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious minority groups in Xinjiang. In a statement on Friday to mark the second anniversary of
Brazil’s Supreme Court orders blocking of social media platform X
Rio de Janeiro, Aug 31 – Brazil’s Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has ordered the social media platform X to be blocked nationwide after the company refused to appoint a legal representative in the country. Earlier on Wednesday, de Moraes gave X,
Young Indian professional’s networking initiative makes big impact in New England
Neeharika Munjal, Founder and CEO of Young Indian Professionals of New England (YIPNE) and Administrative Supervisor at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England, has made significant strides in connecting young Indian professionals in the region. After graduating early from Boston University in