Category: World

Tehran | Amid rising regional tensions, the Iranian government has reaffirmed its commitment to avoiding conflict while continuing to strengthen national defense capabilities. Speaking at a weekly press briefing in Tehran, government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani said the administration is managing what she described as “extraordinary external pressures” with a strategy centered on stability and restraint. Diplomacy as the Primary Approach According to statements reported by the Islamic Republic News Agency, Mohajerani emphasized that diplomacy remains Iran’s preferred path in dealing with international challenges. She noted that multiple state institutions are…

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Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Malaysia has marked a significant turning point in relations between the two countries, setting the stage for deeper strategic, economic, and technological cooperation. The visit — his first foreign trip of 2026 and the first to Kuala Lumpur in seven years — carried strong symbolic and diplomatic weight. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim personally received Modi at the airport, a gesture widely viewed as a sign of political priority and renewed warmth in ties. Repairing and Elevating Ties The visit comes…

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New Delhi: India’s recent semiconductor cooperation agreement with the United States marks more than just a bilateral understanding — it represents a decisive step in the shifting global balance of technological power, economic security, and strategic influence. Often described as the “oil of the 21st century,” semiconductors have become the backbone of modern economies. From smartphones and automobiles to artificial intelligence systems and advanced missile technologies, microchips are indispensable. In this context, India’s deeper integration into global semiconductor frameworks and enhanced collaboration with the United States signal a major geopolitical…

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Along with investment, global cooperation received in the field of skill development, with special focus on data centers and green energy Universal Success Group, Golden State Capital, PIDG, and AVPN expressed investment commitments Agreement signed with ITEES for cooperation in technical and vocational education Singapore/Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh achieved significant accomplishments in the fields of investment and skill development on the first day of his Singapore visit. Amid official meetings and interactions with investors, several leading international organizations and companies signed Memorandums of…

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Delhi: The Prime Minister,  Narendra Modi, announced the establishment of a National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for Skilling in Aeronautics and Defence at National Skill Training Institute (NSTI), Kanpur, in collaboration with the Government of the French Republic under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme of Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The Prime Minister announced this statement was made during a joint press statement with the President of France while inaugurating the India–France Year of Innovation and related cooperation initiatives, including the…

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Washington D.C. – The journey of Indian-born scientist Hashima Hasan — from a childhood inspired by Sputnik to leadership roles in NASA’s most advanced space telescopes — exemplifies decades of dedication, international collaboration, and scientific resilience. A Childhood Spark On a cool October morning in 1957, seven-year-old Hasan stood in her family courtyard in Lucknow, gazing at the faint arc of Sputnik, the world’s first artificial satellite. Her grandmother had gathered the household to witness the event, and the sight ignited a lifelong passion for space science. Hasan later recalled that…

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Dhaka: Bangladesh is on the brink of political transition following a dramatic general election that has reshaped its political landscape. In the February 12, 2026 polls, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured a sweeping victory, winning more than 209 seats — a two-thirds majority in Parliament. Party leader Tarique Rahman is now set to become the country’s next Prime Minister. The election marks a turning point after the 2024 student-led uprising that led to the banning of the Awami League, formerly led by Sheikh Hasina. It was the first election…

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New Delhi: Even before the ink has fully dried on the proposed India–US interim trade agreement, anxiety is spreading across India’s farmlands. What is officially described as a trade facilitation measure is being viewed by many farmer organizations as a potential turning point—one that could reshape the country’s agricultural future. Following strong objections from farmer groups, the language of a White House fact sheet reportedly underwent subtle but significant revisions. The earlier reference to “certain pulses” facing tariff reductions was removed. The word “committed” was softened to “intends,” and the…

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