Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation: US President Joe Biden and Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping recently warned of turbulent times ahead, in remarks at an Asia-Pacific economic summit in Lima overshadowed by Donald Trump’s impending return to the White House. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a regional economic forum established in 1989 with the purpose of promoting free […]
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Canada Cancels SDS Visa Program
Canada Cancels SDS Visa Program: The Government of Canada has officially announced the termination of its Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, which was widely popular among Indian students for expedited processing of study permits. Effective immediately, students from India and 13 other countries who previously benefited from faster application handling through the SDS will now […]
Donald Trump Set to Back in the White House as 47th President of USA
Donald Trump Set to Back in the White House as 47th President of USA: Donald Trump has clinched a critical victory in Wisconsin, securing 276 electoral votes—well above the 270 needed—to reclaim the White House as America’s 47th president. Speaking to an enthusiastic crowd in West Palm Beach, Florida, Trump expressed gratitude for the “extraordinary […]
India and France have been elected as President and Co-President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a two-year term
India and France have been elected as President and Co-President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a two-year term: India and France have been elected as President and Co-President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a two-year term from 2024 to 2026. India was the sole candidate for the presidency, while France won […]
Botswana’s new President, Duma Boko
Botswana’s new President, Duma Boko: Botswana’s new President, Duma Boko, fresh from his historic victory that ended the six-decade rule of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), is charting a bold new course. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended warm wishes to Duma Boko on his election as the President of Botswana.
7th Round Of India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations
7th round of India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations: India’s Prime Minister and Germany’s Federal Chancellor co-chaired the 7th round of India-Germany Intergovernmental Consultations (7th IGC) in New Delhi. Under the motto “Growing Together with Innovation, Mobility and Sustainability,” it focused on technology, innovation, climate action, and strategic cooperation. Earlier, Germany has accorded a special status to India, […]
Israel Joins Asian Development Bank (ADB) as 69th Member Country
Israel Joins Asian Development Bank (ADB) as 69th Member Country: Israel has become the newest non-regional member of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). The Manila-based lender announced the news on Friday, marking a major step for Israel in enhancing its global strategic ties and economic outreach. Israel officially joined the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as […]
Maldives President Introduces UPI Payment Service to Boost Economy
Maldives President Introduces UPI Payment Service to Boost Economy: Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has announced the introduction of India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to enhance the country’s economy by improving financial inclusion and transaction efficiency. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen ties with India following Muizzu’s previous stance against Indian military […]
Pakistan Limits Chief Justice’s Term to Three Years
Pakistan Limits Chief Justice’s Term to Three Years: Pakistan enacted the Constitution (26th Amendment) Act, 2024, limiting the Chief Justice’s tenure to three years and establishing a special commission for appointing the top judge from three senior-most Supreme Court judges. The amendment received President Asif Ali Zardari’s assent after being passed by both Houses of […]
Global Public Debt Set to Exceed $100 Trillion, Warns IMF
Global Public Debt Set to Exceed $100 Trillion, Warns IMF: According to a report released by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the world’s total public debt is poised to surpass $100 trillion this year for the first time. The IMF warns that this figure may rise even more rapidly than previously anticipated, driven by political […]