Category: World

Beijing – Jack Ma, the renowned founder of Alibaba and once one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, has made a rare public appearance after five years, reigniting discussions about China’s private sector policies and government-business relations. Ma had disappeared from public view since 2020 after his open criticism of China’s financial system reportedly angered the Beijing government, leading to stringent regulatory crackdowns on his businesses. His unexpected return raises questions: Is this a sign of reconciliation between the Chinese government and the private sector, or is there a new strategic…

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Qatar: The Web Summit Qatar 2025 witnessed participation from approximately 25,000 attendees representing 125 countries. This globally recognized event has gained popularity among innovative startups, attracting entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts from across the world. This year, the summit placed a strong emphasis on generative AI, highlighting the ongoing technological rivalry between the United States and China in the AI sector. A total of 1,520 startups from various countries, including India, participated in the event. Under the Startup India initiative, several Indian startups had the opportunity to showcase their products.…

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Kyiv: Amid discussions of war and peace, the Ukrainian Army has launched a fierce offensive against Russian forces following a green signal from the United States. While Vladimir Putin’s troops are focused on regaining control of the Kursk region, Ukraine’s forces have intensified their attacks on Russian soldiers. In the past 72 hours, a staggering 3,930 Russian soldiers have been killed in combat. According to a report by The Kyiv Independent, Ukrainian forces eliminated 1,300 Russian soldiers on March 11, 1,430 on March 12, and 1,200 on March 13, bringing…

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Chile: A team of scientists has made a significant breakthrough in the search for dark matter. The team utilized a new spectrography technique and the Magellan Clay Telescope in Chile to observe light from two galaxies, Leo V and Tucana II. This research was led by Associate Professor Wen Yin of Tokyo Metropolitan University. The scientists focused particularly on the infrared spectrum during their observations. A Major Step for Cosmologists In just four hours of observation, researchers were able to detect information about dark matter through infrared light and determine…

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Washington: The world is treading a perilous path geopolitically, with multiple instances where nuclear war seemed imminent post the Ukraine conflict. However, the future holds even graver concerns. According to a recent survey conducted by the Atlantic Council, a global affairs think tank based in Washington, the onset of World War III is inevitable and may occur within the next ten years. Over 300 experts participated in this survey, discussing how the world might shape up by 2035. Several experts predict that a full-scale war between global superpowers such as…

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Washington: Social media platform X faced multiple server outages, prompting concerns from its owner, Elon Musk. The billionaire entrepreneur and DOGE advocate claimed that the platform was experiencing large-scale cyber attacks, potentially originating from Ukraine. Cyber Attack Traced to Ukraine Region: Musk In an interview with Fox News, Musk stated, “We are not entirely sure what happened, but cyber attackers with IP addresses originating from the Ukraine region managed to take X down. It was a large-scale attack.” Meanwhile, a Telegram channel reported that a pro-Palestinian hacker group called Dark…

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New Delhi: The Dalai Lama, the revered spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, has reaffirmed that his successor will emerge from the “free world,” a term he used to indicate regions beyond China’s influence, according to reports by Radio Free Asia (RFA). China, however, has insisted that the selection of the next Dalai Lama must align with its legal framework, asserting its control over Tibetan Buddhism and rejecting any process that occurs outside its jurisdiction, RFA reported. Historical and Political Context Tibetan tradition holds that the Dalai Lama is reincarnated after…

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Washington: US Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance are reportedly set to visit India later this month, according to sources familiar with the plans, as reported by Politico. This will mark Vance’s second international trip as vice president, following his recent visit to Germany and France. Usha Vance, who has Indian heritage, is the daughter of Indian immigrants to the United States. Trade Discussions Amid Diplomatic Visit The visit is expected to take place at a time when the US and India are engaged in discussions over…

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Washington, DC – The White House has raised concerns over India’s import duties on American agricultural goods and alcoholic beverages, as part of a broader critique of tariffs imposed on the United States by various nations. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt underscored President Donald Trump’s stance on fair and reciprocal trade policies. She reiterated that the administration is committed to protecting American industries from what it views as unfair trade practices. Leavitt also took aim at Canada’s tariff policies, stating that they…

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Washington: The United States is mounting pressure on India to purchase either its F-21 or F-15EX fighter jets. The Indian Air Force (IAF) is planning to procure 114 multi-role fighter aircraft under its MRFA (Multi-Role Fighter Aircraft) program. However, this pressure from the US comes at a time when trade disputes between the two nations have escalated, with Washington threatening to impose tariffs on Indian goods. Additionally, former US President Donald Trump had previously offered India the advanced F-35 stealth fighter jet. According to media reports, the US has indicated…

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