Category: World

Lucknow: The Placement Cell (Main Campus), University of Lucknow, in association with the Mahatma Gandhi International Employment Studies Chair, is set to organize the Mega Placement Drive 2026 on 23 April 2026. The event is being conducted in collaboration with the Rozgaar Mission, Uttar Pradesh and the Directorate of Employment, Government of Uttar Pradesh. The placement drive will be held at the A. P. Sen Auditorium, Old Campus, University of Lucknow, with the process beginning from 09:00 AM onwards. A total of 16 reputed companies will participate in the drive,…

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Nicosia: Leaders of the European Union are moving toward developing a clearer and more coordinated response mechanism in case a member state faces armed aggression and formally seeks assistance under existing treaties. The discussion has gained urgency amid rising geopolitical tensions, with Nikos Christodoulides calling for practical clarity on how the bloc’s mutual defence clause—Article 42.7—should function. While the provision legally obligates all 27 member nations to support a state under attack, it has never been activated, leaving significant uncertainty about its real-world implementation. Christodoulides emphasised that despite the legal…

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Islamabad: A recent analytical report has cast renewed attention on Pakistan’s approach to regional security, suggesting a disconnect between its stated commitment to counterterrorism and patterns that indicate tolerance of destabilising networks. The report points to historical episodes, including the discovery of Osama bin Laden near a major military facility prior to his death in 2011, as indicative of deeper structural contradictions. It argues that such incidents continue to fuel concerns over inconsistencies in policy and enforcement. As the first anniversary of the Pahalgam attack approaches, the analysis shifts focus…

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Delhi: The 7th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) Meeting between India and Bhutan was held on 20th–21st April 2026 in Munnar, Kerala. The meeting was co-chaired by  Yogendra Garg, Special Secretary and Member (Customs), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), Government of India, and Mr. Sonam Jamtsho, Director General, Department of Revenue and Customs, Ministry of Finance, Royal Government of Bhutan.   India and Bhutan share close and longstanding trade relations, with India being Bhutan’s largest trading partner, accounting for nearly 80% of Bhutan’s total trade. Bilateral trade between…

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Myanmar Political Shift Sparks Speculation Over Aung San Suu Kyi’s Future After Win Myint Release Naypyidaw: The recent release of former Myanmar president Win Myint by the country’s military-backed administration has triggered renewed speculation about the fate of detained leader Aung San Suu Kyi, although analysts and citizens alike remain doubtful that the move signals any meaningful political transformation. Cautious public response In Yangon and other parts of Myanmar, reactions to the development have been largely restrained. Many residents view the pardon as symbolic rather than a genuine step toward…

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Islamabad: Pakistan is confronting a rapidly expanding illicit cigarette market that is raising serious concerns among policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders. According to industry insights from a senior executive of a leading international tobacco company, more than half of the cigarettes consumed in the country now originate from illegal sources, exposing deep weaknesses in enforcement and taxation systems. Illicit trade reaches alarming levels Recent estimates suggest that illegal cigarettes account for nearly 55 percent of Pakistan’s total tobacco market. This significant share indicates that a large portion of sales is…

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Vatican City / Minab: Families of victims from a devastating school attack in Iran’s southern city of Minab have appealed to the Vatican, urging Pope Leo XIV to help amplify their call for peace and encourage renewed global dialogue to prevent further violence. In an emotional letter, the relatives asked the Pope to serve as a moral voice for children who were killed in the tragedy, expressing hope that his international influence could strengthen efforts toward reconciliation and non-violence. Appeal rooted in grief and hope The families described the Pope’s…

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Ottawa: Mark Carney has signaled a major recalibration of Canada’s economic strategy as rising tariffs and shifting trade policies in the United States place pressure on long-standing cross-border economic ties. In a recent video message titled “Forward Guidance,” Carney said Canada can no longer assume the stability of its traditional trade relationship with the United States, describing the current moment as a turning point for national economic planning. Strained Canada–US trade relationship The evolving trade environment has exposed vulnerabilities in deeply integrated supply chains between the two countries. Industries such…

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Paris: Elon Musk has been asked to appear in Paris this week as French authorities intensify their investigation into allegations involving the social media platform X (social media platform). The inquiry is examining concerns over the dissemination of harmful online content, potential regulatory breaches, and the role of artificial intelligence systems in content moderation. Former X chief executive Linda Yaccarino has also been invited for discussions with investigators. However, it remains unclear whether either of them will attend the voluntary hearings scheduled by the Paris prosecutor’s office. Voluntary hearings under…

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Tehran: Authorities in Iran have executed two men accused of having links to an Israeli intelligence network, according to an official statement released by the judiciary. The development comes against the backdrop of heightened regional tensions involving Israel and the United States. Executions Confirmed by Judiciary The executions of Mohammad Masoom-shahi and Hamed Validi were carried out at dawn, as confirmed by the judiciary through its official platform, Mizan Online. Officials stated that both men had been convicted for their alleged involvement in a network linked to Mossad. However, authorities…

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