Kyiv/Washington D.C. – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday celebrated a newly signed economic partnership agreement with the United States, granting Washington access to Ukraine’s vast reserves of rare earth minerals in exchange for a substantial investment and the creation of a Ukraine-focused Reconstruction Fund. Calling the agreement “truly an equal partnership,” Zelenskyy took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce the deal, which he said would now be forwarded to Ukraine’s parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, for ratification. “We’ve made a deal. The signed document will be sent to the Verkhovna…
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U.S. State Department: “Prime Minister Modi Has Our Full Support,” Says Spokesperson Tammy Bruce Following Pahalgam Terror Attack
Washington, D.C. – In the wake of the brutal terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead, including tourists, U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce reaffirmed the United States’ unequivocal support for Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Speaking at a press briefing on Friday, Bruce stated that the Trump administration remains in close and continued contact with both India and Pakistan amid rising regional tensions. “The United States stands strong with India against terrorism, and Prime Minister Modi has our full support,” Bruce declared, echoing sentiments recently shared by…
Read MoreDonald Trump Addresses University of Alabama Graduates Amid Cheers and Protests
TUSCALOOSA, Alabama — Former U.S. President Donald Trump delivered a commencement speech to graduating seniors at the University of Alabama, marking his first graduation address in his second term and coinciding with the celebration of his first 100 days in office. Speaking at a special, pre-commencement event on campus, Trump told students and their families, “What a nice-looking group this is. I’d rather be in Tuscaloosa than anywhere else.” His visit followed a major White House announcement that saw Secretary of State Marco Rubio temporarily step in as National Security…
Read MoreKolkata Knight Riders launch #ShahoshiRani to honour courageous women of India, Celebrate 8th Edition of Knight Golf
Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), the reigning TATA IPL champions, successfully launched their #ShahoshiRani initiative on Tuesday alongside the 8th edition of Knight Golf at The Royal Calcutta Golf Club (RCGC). #ShahoshiRani pays tribute to women demonstrating exceptional courage in challenging circumstances. This initiative integrates several impactful pillars: Play It Forward, Skill Up For Equality, and the Vidushee Programme, with beneficiaries from each celebrated at the event. The initiative reflects KKR’s dedication to creating social impact through sports and empowerment, aiming to amplify extraordinary women’s voices while promoting inclusivity. By…
Read MoreAustralia’s Kurtis Patterson Signs Three-Match Deal with Surrey for County Championship
New South Wales: Australia batter Kurtis Patterson has joined Surrey on a short-term deal for three matches in the ongoing County Championship season. Patterson will be available for Surrey’s upcoming clash against Warwickshire from May 16–19, followed by home fixtures against Yorkshire and Essex. The 31-year-old left-hander, who earned two Test caps for Australia during the 2019 series against Sri Lanka, comes into the county circuit on the back of an impressive 2024/25 Sheffield Shield campaign. Representing New South Wales, Patterson amassed 743 runs at an average of 57.15, reaffirming…
Read MoreWe will come back rejuvenated and with lots of energy: Zaheer Khan
Lucknow: LSG mentor Zaheer Khan reminded the players that we are still in the race for an Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 playoffs spot despite a 54-run defeat against Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Electing to bowl first, our pace sensation Mayank Yadav impressed on his return after a long injury layoff with two crucial wickets, while fast bowler Avesh Khan also bagged two scalps to help us restrict MI to 215/7 in our 20 overs. Apart from Mayank and Avesh, Ravi Bishnoi, Prince Yadav and…
Read MoreGujarat Titans Celebrate Gujarat Day with the Vibrant Flavours of Home
Ahmedabad : The Gujarat Titans cricket team celebrated Gujarat Day with heartfelt enthusiasm and a strong sense of cultural pride, bringing together the vibrant flavors, colors, and traditions that define the spirit of the state. The celebration, held at the team’s residence in Ahmedabad, showcased the culinary richness of Gujarat, with players and support staff enjoying a special spread of traditional dishes such as undhiyu, fafda, dhokla, thepla, and khandvi, among others. The dining area was decorated with Gujarati motifs, and the atmosphere was filled with the sounds of folk…
Read MoreIF YOU’RE AN RCB FAN, YOU HAVE A LOT TO CHEER ABOUT AS THEY HEAD INTO THE PLAYOFFS
Mumbai: Eoin Morgan, JioStar Expert for TATA IPL 2025, addressed the media ahead of the Southern Derby between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings, as the teams race toward the TATA IPL play-offs. He discussed RCB’s form heading into the playoffs, CSK’s squad choices, the enduring intensity of Virat Kohli, and the rise of India’s Gen Bold stars in TATA IPL 2025. JioStar expert Eoin Morgan speaks about Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s performance this TATA IPL Season: “I think RCB has done a lot of things right. One of the…
Read More“ONCE MUMBAI INDIANS MAKE IT TO THE PLAY-OFFS, THEY’RE A DANGEROUS TEAM”: AMBATI RAYUDU
Mumbai: As the TATA IPL enters the ‘Race to Play-offs’ phase, JioStar experts Ajay Jadeja and Ambati Rayudu shared insights on Kuhl Fans Match Centre Live on JioHotstar, following Mumbai Indians’ comprehensive victory against Rajasthan Royals. The duo dissected team strategies, individual brilliance, and what the result means for the tournament going forward. Speaking on Kuhl Fans Match Centre Live on JioHotstar, JioStar expert Ajay Jadeja spoke on Rajasthan Royals’ struggles and Mumbai Indians’ dominance: “The last game for Rajasthan Royals brought a glimmer of hope with young Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s…
Read MoreMeet ‘Pakya’ – The Soul of Teekhabhai… Ek Jhootha Sach | Gauravraaj in a Role That Redefines Intensity
Mumbai: Get ready to witness a character like never before – Pakya, played by the fiercely talented Gauravraaj, is all set to make waves in the gripping upcoming Hindi film Teekhabhai… Ek Jhootha Sach. Backed by Talent Wear House and the passionate vision of Producer Shilpa Rahul Jagtap and Director Rahul Jagtap, Teekhabhai dives into the shadows of deception, loyalty, and power. And right at the heart of it stands Pakya – the raw, rugged, and deeply emotional soul of the story. Gauravraaj, known for his nuanced performances and powerful…
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