NEW DELHI: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India’s temple diplomacy has emerged as a cornerstone of the nation’s soft power strategy, fostering cultural ties and diplomatic successes across the globe. The inauguration of the largest Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi stands as a testament to this diplomatic prowess and underscores the depth […]
NEW DELHI: Democrats are furious over a special counsel report, heightening concerns regarding US President Biden’s memory, amplifying a longstanding issue that poses a significant political risk for the party in November. In a 388-page document, special counsel Robert Hur contended that it would be improbable for a jury to find the president guilty for […]
NEW DELHI: While the result of the Pakistan general elections 2024 remains in question, the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) have come to terms to form a coalition government at both the federal and Punjab province levels. This arrangement stems from a meeting between Shehbaz Sharif of the PML-N and Bilawal […]
NEW DELHI: Tucker Carlson, a polarising figure in American media circles, recently sat down for an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. At 54, Carlson made history as the first Western journalist to have such a conversation with Putin since Russia’s involvement in Ukraine nearly two years ago. But who exactly is Tucker Carlson, and […]
NEW DELHI: In the annals of political theatre, Pakistan’s 2024 election will likely be remembered as a tragicomedy of epic proportions. The spectacle unfolds against a backdrop of repression, manipulation, and farcical manoeuvres, leaving the nation’s democracy hanging by a thread. At first glance, Pakistani officials are keen to portray an image of normalcy, extolling […]
NEW DELHI: Pakistan just concluded its 12th national general elections on Thursday, February 8, to select a new government, amidst numerous crises in the nuclear-armed nation with a population of 241 million. According to The News, Nawaz Sharif’s Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz is expected to lead as the largest party, with Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s Pakistan […]
NEW DELHI: Varun Ghosh, an Australian Senator of Indian descent, recently created a milestone by swearing his oath of office on the Bhagavad Gita. Ghosh, a former barrister, will assume the Senate position vacated by Pat Dodson, who resigned due to cancer treatment, according to The Sydney Morning Herald. Revealing the latest addition to the […]
NEW DELHI: In the heart of Central America, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele has risen to power with an unconventional approach, earning both adoration and criticism. Riding a wave of popularity fuelled by his relentless “war” on gangs, Bukele has claimed re-election with an overwhelming majority, establishing himself as a charismatic and unapologetic leader. On […]
NEW DELHI: On Saturday night, a new round of airstrikes by the US and UK targeted 36 Houthi sites in Yemen. In response, the militant group pledged to persist in their assaults on commercial shipping in the Red Sea. Six additional nations, including Canada, the Netherlands, and Bahrain, joined in backing the attack. According to […]
NEW DELHI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has implemented restrictions on Paytm Payments Bank, prohibiting the entity from providing additional banking services starting March 2024. This action stems from concerns related to the breach of regulatory norms and compliance issues. “The Comprehensive System Audit report and subsequent compliance validation report of the external auditors […]