Category: World

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…

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San Francisco: In a highly anticipated and sharply worded address, former Vice President Kamala Harris has returned to the political stage, delivering a scathing critique of Donald Trump and his administration. The speech, delivered at the 20th anniversary gala for Emerge America, a group dedicated to training and recruiting Democratic women, has reignited speculation about her political future, with questions swirling about a potential presidential run or a bid for the California governorship.    Harris’s address, her most extensive public statement since leaving office, was a direct assault on Trump’s…

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New Delhi: In a deeply disturbing and treacherous declaration, Khalistan supporter Gurpatwant Singh Pannu has openly pledged his allegiance to Pakistan against India. Amidst heightened tensions and a strained relationship between the two nuclear-armed neighbors following the horrific terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives, Pannu’s statement adds another layer of complexity and animosity. In an exclusive interaction with Azad Digital, the head of Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) brazenly offered his support to Pakistan. He stated, “This is neither 1965 nor 1971… today is 2025. I…

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Islamabad: Amid escalating tensions with India following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Pakistani military has moved to exert greater control over the Shehbaz Sharif government. In a significant development, Lieutenant General Asim Malik, the chief of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), has been given additional charge as the country’s National Security Advisor (NSA). This move effectively allows the military to directly advise the Prime Minister. Appointment Amid Rising Tensions: Malik’s appointment comes at a critical time, with tensions between India and Pakistan heightened following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and…

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Islamabad: Amid escalating tensions following an incident in Kashmir, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, accusing India of “escalatory and provocative behavior,” according to a statement released by his office. Sharif conveyed to Rubio that “India’s provocations would only serve to distract Pakistan from its ongoing efforts to defeat terrorism, particularly from militant groups.”    The call comes as both sides reported exchanging gunfire for the sixth consecutive night along the Line of Control (LoC), the heavily fortified de facto border dividing Kashmir.…

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Gaza: Overnight Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip have resulted in the deaths of at least twelve Palestinians, including children, according to medical sources. The strikes, which occurred before dawn, hit three homes within the densely populated Nuseirat refugee camp. Tragically, three children were among those killed. At Al-Aqsa Hospital, the fragmented remains of two brothers were recovered. These latest attacks follow a series of fatalities earlier this week in Beit Lahiya and Gaza City, where over two dozen Palestinians were reported dead due to Israeli actions. Tensions in the…

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Delhi: A Special NIA court in Delhi has granted the National Investigation Agency (NIA) permission to obtain voice samples of Pakistani-Canadian citizen Tahawwur Rana and compare them with recorded phone conversations he allegedly had with David Coleman Headley, a co-accused in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. This development was confirmed by an official on Thursday.    The court’s approval, granted on Wednesday, also allows the NIA to collect Rana’s handwriting samples for comparison with written directions, coordinates, and maps believed to have been sent by him to Headley. These materials…

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New Delhi: India and Egypt have agreed to enhance their strategic partnership in skill development, aiming to create a future-ready and globally competitive workforce, according to an official statement released on Tuesday. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting between an Egyptian delegation, led by Prof. Ayman Bahaa El Din, Deputy Minister of Technical Education, and representatives from India’s Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE). The statement outlined several promising areas for future collaboration, including: Joint certification programs Faculty and student exchanges Entrepreneurial and digital skilling initiatives Establishment…

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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Canadian leader Mark Carney on his Liberal Party’s election victory. Modi expressed his enthusiasm for fostering greater opportunities for the citizens of both India and Canada. Carney’s Liberal Party secured a historic win in the Canadian elections. “Congratulations @MarkJCarney on your election as the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Party on their victory,” Modi tweeted. “India and Canada are bound by shared democratic values, a steadfast commitment to the rule of law, and vibrant people-to-people ties,” he stated. “I…

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Toronto: Following the Liberal victory in the Canadian elections, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s victory address in Ottawa signaled a profound shift in the nation’s foreign policy. Carney’s declaration that Canada’s “long-standing relationship with the United States,” built upon “ever deeper integration,” is “over,” marks a watershed moment in North American relations. Carney’s words carry the weight of a nation reckoning with a new reality. He acknowledged the “trauma of the American treachery,” a phrase that speaks volumes about the perceived betrayal that has led to this turning point. While urging…

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