Singapore Minister Quits After Biggest Graft Case Since 1986
Singapore’s Transport Minister S. Iswaran resigned after being charged with corruption, the latest development in the biggest political scandal to hit the city-state in close to four decades.
Pakistan to buy Chinese FC-31 fighter jets, says air chief
Pakistan is set to acquire the Chinese FC-31 Gyrfalcon fifth-generation fighter, according to head of the Pakistan Air Force.
Four of six passengers rescued as plane bound for Russia crashes in Afghanistan
A Russian private jet carrying six people is believed to have crashed in a remote area of rural Afghanistan, authorities said on January 21.
Pakistan says 'minor irritants' with Iran would be overcome mutually through dialogue and diplomacy
Pakistan's top civil-military leadership at a high-level huddle on January 19 concluded that the “minor irritants” with Iran would be overcome by the two countries mutually through dialogue and diplomacy.
Explain Hong Kong’s Article 23 to show government has ‘nothing to hide’
At NAM summit, Jaishankar pitches for two-state solution for Gaza crisis
The External Affairs Minister says “this humanitarian crisis requires a sustainable solution that gives immediate relief to those most affected”
India becomes first Vice Chair of COFI Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management
India has been elected as the First Vice Chair of the FAO COFI (Food and Agriculture Organisation Committee on Fisheries) Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management, said the Indian embassy in Italy.
Japanese robotic spacecraft successfully set down on the moon on Friday
India says it hopes to resolve issue of troops in Maldives
"Tensions Rise: Kim Jong-un's Military Moves Spark War Fears Amid Diplomatic Doubts and Russian Ties, China as Potential Deterrent"
"Prabowo Subianto Surges in Polls for Indonesia's Presidency, Revamped Image Sparks Hope and Concerns Over Democratic Setbacks"
"Switzerland and India Ink Historic Free-Trade Deal After 16-Year Talks, Prioritizing Job Creation"
"Historic Partnership: Rangsons Aerospace Secures Five-Year Contract with Boeing, First Indian Supplier in Landmark Deal"
"Possible Putin Visit to Pyongyang: Kim Jong-un's Invitation Sparks Speculation, Signaling Shared Concerns on North Korea's Sovereignty"
"China's Research Vessel Raises Eyebrows: Xiang Yang Hong 03's Deployment to Maldives Sparks Concerns Amid Regional Tensions and Strategic Engagements"
"India's Stock Market Surges to Fourth-Largest Globally at $4.33 Trillion, Outpacing Hong Kong: Attractive Growth and Reforms Position India as a Long-Term Investment"
"India Repatriates 184 Myanmar Soldiers from Mizoram Amidst Ongoing Tensions: Total Refugees Reach 635"
"Myanmar Air Force Plane Overshoots Runway in Mizoram Evacuation, Breaks into Two: Incident Adds to Challenges for Soldiers Seeking Refuge in India"
"Hong Kong Braces for Lunar New Year Rush: Lo Wu Checkpoint Anticipated as Busiest Amid Extended Hours and Collaborative Efforts with Shenzhen"
"Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai Faces Trial Over Alleged Collusion: Accused of Orchestrating Anti-Beijing Campaign, Denies Charges as Former Publisher Testifies"
"Powerful 7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Western China Near Kyrgyzstan Border: Seismologists Monitoring Aftershocks and Assessing Potential Damage"
"Chinese Moviegoers Snub Hollywood: No American Films in China's Top 10 Grossing List for 2023, Tensions Lead to Industry Adjustments"
"Musk Slams UN Structure: Calls India's Exclusion from Permanent UNSC Seat 'Absurd,' Urges Reform Amid Chinese Resistance"
Elon Musk criticizes India's absence as a permanent UNSC member, deeming it "absurd." He calls for UN reform, pointing out India's exclusion despite being populous. China's veto power poses resistance.
"Alibaba Co-Founders Jack Ma and Joe Tsai Boost Confidence: Emerge as Top Shareholders Amid Stock Decline and Regulatory Hurdles"
Alibaba's co-founders, Jack Ma and Joe Tsai, show confidence in the company's future by becoming the two largest shareholders. Despite stock decline and regulatory challenges, they aggressively acquire shares, reshaping Alibaba's market value dynamics.
"China's Central Bank Bolsters Market Confidence: Cuts Reserve Requirement Ratio, Injects $140 Billion to Stabilize Amid Economic Uncertainties"
China's central bank takes action to boost market confidence, cutting the reserve requirement ratio by 50 basis points, injecting $140 billion. The move aims to stabilize markets amid fears of a stock market decline and economic uncertainties. Analysts anticipate additional supportive measures.
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Nadia Rawat (M.A. I.R., 2nd Year)
Alithia Clemency Paul (M.A. I.R., 2nd Year)
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Deepanshi Pathak (B.A. I.R., 2nd Year)
Deepanjali Singh (B.A. I.R., 2nd Year)
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