Category: World

Modi, Sunak connect the dots on bilateral relations

Arijit Bose
Modi

APULIA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with PM Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom on the sidelines of the G7 Summit here . The two world leaders were seen sharing a hug as they met. PM Modi also held a bilateral meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France. Apart from exchanging views on key global and regional issues, PM Modi and President Macron held discussions on a series of issues including strengthening partnership between the two nations. PM Modi is in Italy’s Apulia to participate in the…

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CCRAS-NIIMH, Hyderabad to play Collaborating Centre for Traditional Medicine Research

Arijit Bose

Hyderabad: The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated the National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad, a unit under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush as a WHO Collaborating Centre (CC) for “Fundamental and Literary Research in Traditional Medicine” (CC IND-177). This prestigious recognition is granted for a period of four years, starting from June 3, 2024. Established in 1956, NIIMH, Hyderabad, is a unique institution dedicated to documenting and showcasing medico-historical research in Ayurveda, Yoga Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, Sowa-Rigpa, Homoeopathy, Biomedicine, and…

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Is Russia first to beat Cancer hollow ?

Arijit Bose
Russia

Moscow: In Russia scientists said that they were getting close to developing cancer vaccinations that patients might soon be able to get.   Putin said in remarks that were shown on television that “we have come very close to the creation of so-called cancer vaccines and immunomodulatory drugs of a new generation”. He said, “I hope that soon they will be effectively used as methods of individual therapy,” during a seminar on future technologies in Moscow. Putin did not say which cancer types the vaccinations would target or how they…

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U.K. suffers the recession blow

Arijit Bose
U.K.

LONDON: According to official numbers released, the U.K. economy entered a recession at the end of 2023 as a result of production declining more than expected in the last three months of the year. According to estimates from the Office for National Statistics, the three major sectors of the economy—construction, industrial production, and services—all saw declines in economic activity during the fourth quarter of the year, with the GDP down by 0.3% from the previous three-month period. That was a lot more than the 0.1% drop that economists had predicted.…

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After 2024 win, Modi lands in Apulia for G7 summit

Arijit Bose
Narendra Modi

Apulia: Italy is hosting the 50th G7 Summit. The heads of major economies of the world including Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India have gathered in this summit held in Apulia, Italy. These include US President Joe Biden, British PM Rishi Sunak, French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. PM Modi received a warm welcome on reaching Italy Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Apulia, Italy to participate in the outreach session of the G7 summit, was given a warm welcome. Although…

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Unsettling legacy of Donald Trump

Arijit Bose
Donald Trump

Washington: How one would like to read the legacy of Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, remains a hot button topic globally. Trump  encompasses a wide range of political, social, and economic issues. Here are some key aspects often highlighted in discussions about his legacy: 1. Political Polarization and Division Trump’s presidency is marked by significant political polarization. His rhetoric and policies often deepened divisions within American society. His use of social media, particularly Twitter, to communicate directly with the public and attack political opponents, media, and…

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Biden eyes security agreement with Ukraine

Arijit Bose

Washington: US President Joe Biden left for Italy  to attend the G-7 summit. During the conference, he will sign a new security agreement with Ukraine. During this, Ukraine will be pledged America’s long-term support. However, earlier the White House had said that President Biden would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky again at the summit and then hold a joint press conference. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan spoke to reporters. He said that the new agreement will make it clear that the US will continue to support Ukraine in…

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Debate rages on where the buck stops after Kuwait blaze

Arijit Bose

Kuwait: 41 Indians died in a fire in a multi-storey building in Mangaf city of Kuwait. By the way, a total of 49 foreign workers have died in this massive fire. Most of the 50 injured people are also Indians. In view of the seriousness of the matter, the Government of India has immediately sent Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh to Kuwait, who will work with the local administration to provide relief to the injured and help bring back the bodies of the dead. S Jaishankar…

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All eyes on G7 Summit, world watches

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Leaders from the world’s advanced economies are preparing to gather in Bari, Italy for the 50th annual Group of Seven (G7) Summit, set to take place from June 13 to 15 at the luxurious Borgo Egnazia resort. This year’s summit arrives against a backdrop of global conflicts and heightened competition between Western powers and China. India’s Third TermPrime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to attend the Group of Seven (G7) Summit, marking his first overseas trip after beginning his third consecutive term. The G7 meeting, hosted by…

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ICFA announces world’s largest grains event, GrainsWorld 2024

Arijit Bose

London: ICFA signed a comprehensive MoU with the International Grains Council  in London at its 66th AGM, attended by senior officials of the member countries. India is represented by the Joint Secretary, Food, Anita Karn and ED, Food Corporation,  Vanita Sharma. The MoU was signed by Arnaud Petit, ED, IGC and Dr MJ Khan, Chairman, ICFA, after the member countries granted approval. ICFA announced hosting world’s largest grains event, GrainsWorld 2024 in Dubai 27-29 November with IGC, and invited participation of all the member countries. ICFA had earlier launched Grains…

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