Category: World

ICC WOMEN’S T20 WORLD CUP 2024 SPARKS EXCITEMENT 

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Dubai: With less than a month to go until the highly anticipated ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024, the journey to the tournament has officially begun with the launch of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Trophy Tour, powered by DP World. The Trophy Tour made its mark in Dubai with a stunning showcase where the coveted silverware was paraded through the city’s most iconic landmarks on 3 September, marking 30 days before the tournament’s opening match at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. The trophy embarked on a spectacular 24-hour journey across…

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Netanyahu rues the failure of an ice breaker

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Benjamin Netanyahu

JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Hamas rejected all aspects of a Gaza ceasefire deal to free captives.   “Hamas rejected everything… “I hope that changes because I want those hostages out,” Netanyahu said a press conference, doubting a breakthrough a day after the State Department stated it was “time to finalise that deal”. So “We’re trying to find some area to begin the negotiations,” Netanyahu remarked. “They (Hamas) refuse to do that… (They said) there’s nothing to talk about.” Netanyahu is under increased internal and international pressure…

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Pope Francis preaches religious tolerance in Indonesia

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Pope Francis

Jakarta: Pope Francis began  an 11-day fast pace four-nation tour across tropical Southeast Asia and Oceania that would test his health and endurance. He encouraged Indonesia to resist religious intolerance and live up to its promise of “harmony in diversity.” After meeting with departing President Joko Widodo and other Indonesian officials at the presidential palace, Francis spent his first full day in Indonesia attending events. In the afternoon, he welcomed Catholic priests, nuns, and seminarians at Jakarta’s largest cathedral. Cannons blasted as Francis and President-elect Prabowo Subianto stepped out onto…

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Kamala Harris unveils plans on boosting small business

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Kamala Harris

Washington: US Vice-President Kamala Harris launched a “ambitious” plan to encourage small companies via tax deductions, low- and no-interest loans, investments, and fairer tax rules, promising 25 million new applications by the conclusion of her first term.   Small companies aren’t only building. Pursuing a dream. They’re constructing a brighter future for their workers and the people they love in their communities, which strengthens the middle class and America for us all, Harris said at a New Hampshire election campaign rally. I’ll prioritize strengthening America’s small companies as president because…

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Republicans show tacit support for Kamala Harris

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Kamala Harris

Washington: In the US presidential election, Democrats and Republicans are trying to gain an edge over each other. Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris is constantly adding supporters. More than 200 former Republicans have written an open letter in support of Kamala Harris. They have appealed to progressive Republicans to support Kamala Harris instead of Trump. Many of these Republicans have also worked with former President George W. On the other hand, Harris’s election campaign rejected Trump’s claim that she has made an agreement to participate in the debate like President…

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Polio haunts Gaza after 25 years

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Gaza

Tel Aviv: Gaza has been almost destroyed by Israel’s continuous attacks. Every day the Israeli army is raining bombs on the Palestinian people. Meanwhile, Gaza has now been hit by another trouble. Polio has started to grip people amidst the devastating Israel-Hamas war. 10-month-old child has polio A 10-month-old child born during the war has got polio. This child named Abdel-Rahman Abuel-Jedian started crawling at an early age. Then one day, he suddenly froze, his left leg seemed paralyzed. According to the World Health Organization, this child is the first…

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Reports say PM Modi in Pak airspace for 46 minutes

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Pak airspace

Kiev: After a historic visit of about seven to eight hours to Ukraine, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi left for his destination from the capital Kiev. The air distance from Kiev to New Delhi is about 4540 km and the flight time is 6 hours 55 minutes. This visit was special in the sense that this was the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Kiev after the independence of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky has admitted that if India changes its stance, the war with Russia can end. PM…

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Israel well stocked to take on the Gaza challenge

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Gaza challenge

Jerusalem: The Israeli Defense Ministry said  that the country has received more than 50 thousand tons of military equipment and ammunition since the start of the military operation in Gaza. The ministry said, “These include armored vehicles, war materials, ammunition, personal protection and medical equipment.” According to the news agency Xinhua, these military equipment and ammunition were used during the ongoing war against Hezbollah in the Gaza Strip and on the Israel-Lebanon border. The ministry did not say from which countries the weapons were purchased, although Israeli government officials had…

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Afghanistan claims things are changing for the better

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Afghanistan

Kabul:  Afghanistan’s Home Ministry claimed that the crime rate has fallen by 30 percent across the country. National security and public order have improved significantly. Presenting the annual report in Kabul, Deputy Home Minister Mohammad Nabi Omari claimed that the security system in the country has improved. Due to the increased security system, citizens are able to stay safe and travel safely between provinces. Omari said that the activities of the ministry are now systematically governing the country in accordance with the orders of Taliban leader Mullah Hibatullah Akhundzada and…

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India apprised about Russia position on conflict

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Russia

Moscow: Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin met Indian Ambassador to Russia Vinay Kumar. Galuzin apprised the Indian ambassador about Moscow’s principled position on the Ukraine conflict. PM Modi visited Ukraine on 23 August The Russian Embassy in India said in a statement, both sides communicated on international and bilateral issues. The talks were constructive. It is worth noting that the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister has met the Indian Ambassador just a few days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine. PM Modi visited Ukraine on 23 August. PM…

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