Category: World

Trump blows hot calling Zelensky a ‘Dictator Without Elections’

Arijit Bose

Washington: Former US President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday, accusing him of manipulating the United States into funding a war that he believes is unwinnable. Trump claimed that the U.S. has contributed $200 billion more than Europe toward Ukraine’s war effort, arguing that Europe’s financial commitments are “guaranteed” while the U.S. receives no compensation. In a series of posts on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump criticized Zelenskyy, referring to him as a “dictator without elections.” The former president questioned why…

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South Korea to Develop Its Own AI Chatbot Amid DeepSeek Data Privacy Concerns

Arijit Bose

Seoul – South Korea has announced plans to develop its own AI chatbot, similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT, with substantial government funding aimed at bolstering the nation’s artificial intelligence capabilities. Acting President Choi Sang-mok made the declaration during a high-level committee meeting focused on AI advancement, stating that the country seeks to establish itself among the world’s top three AI powerhouses. Choi highlighted the increasing global competition in AI, pointing out that South Korea must invest heavily to stay ahead. He noted the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model, as both…

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Trump kicks up a political storm in India

Arijit Bose
Donald Trump

Washington: The Joe Biden administration has come under fire from former US President Donald Trump for allegedly allocating $21 million under USAID to increase voter participation in India. His reaction followed the cancellation of the funding by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, as part of a broader initiative to curb what it considers unnecessary overseas spending. Trump’s Allegations Against USAID Funding Speaking at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, Trump raised concerns over the financial aid, questioning its necessity. “Why are we paying India $21 million? They are…

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Hamas Returns Bodies of Four Israeli Hostages Amid Ongoing Ceasefire Talks

Arijit Bose

Gaza/Tel Aviv – In a significant and somber development, Hamas returned the bodies of four Israeli hostages on Thursday, placing them in black coffins draped with flags before handing them over to the Red Cross. The captives, long presumed dead, included an elderly man, a woman, and her two young children, who had become symbols of national anguish following the October 7, 2023, attack that sparked the ongoing conflict. Bodies Handed Over in Gaza As Red Cross vans arrived in the Gaza Strip, Hamas militants presented the coffins on a…

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Is Donald Trump on a demolition mission ?

Arijit Bose

Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s decision to curb foreign assistance and dismantle key international agencies, such as the US Agency for International Development (USAID), has raised concerns among lawmakers and analysts. The move, viewed as an extension of his “America First” policy, could cede significant global influence to China, allowing Beijing to strengthen its international standing at the expense of American strategic interests. The Role of US Foreign Aid as Soft Power Historically, the United States has used foreign aid as a tool of “soft power” to maintain alliances,…

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Nimrat Kaur Takes Holy Dip at Maha Kumbh

Anil Jaiswal

(Varanasi): Nimrat Kaur recently visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, where she took a holy dip and shared her experience on social media. The actress explained how the concept of the Kumbh snan (ritual bath) was new to her, as she was raised in a Sikh family. She expressed her deep admiration for the festival and its historical and spiritual significance. In her Instagram post, Nimrat wrote, “Words fail me to describe this experience… as I try to absorb what I have been so blessed to witness.…

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Trump, Zelenskyy Discuss Upcoming Munich Meeting, US Pushes for Peace Talks

Arijit Bose

Washington, DC : In a significant diplomatic development, US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following an earlier discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The talks centered around the upcoming Munich meeting, where US officials will push for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the conversations, stating that the discussions between Trump and Zelenskyy were “very positive,” reinforcing the US administration’s commitment to brokering a peace deal. “The President just had a conversation with Russian…

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China Reaffirms Claim Over Taiwan as US Warships Cross Taiwan Strait

Arijit Bose

Beijing  – China has strongly reiterated its territorial claim over Taiwan following the passage of two U.S. Navy warships through the Taiwan Strait. Beijing condemned the move, labeling it as a provocation and asserting that Taiwan is an “inalienable part” of China’s territory. At a routine press briefing on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated, “I want to emphasize that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory. The Taiwan issue affects China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity but has nothing to do with freedom of navigation.” Guo further accused…

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Israel Warns of Renewed Offensive as Ceasefire Crisis in Gaza Escalates

Arijit Bose

Jerusalem – Tensions in Gaza have reached a boiling point as Israel warned that “all hell will break loose” on Hamas if the group does not proceed with the scheduled release of captives this weekend. The statement from Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz comes amid growing uncertainty over the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Ceasefire Agreement in Jeopardy The ceasefire, which went into effect on January 19, was aimed at providing a temporary halt to the ongoing 16-month conflict in Gaza. As part of the deal, Israel was expected to…

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PM Modi and French President Macron Inaugurate India’s New Consulate

Arijit Bose

Paris: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron jointly inaugurated India’s new consulate in the city of Marseille on Wednesday. PM Modi is currently on an official visit to France at the invitation of President Macron. The two leaders pressed a ceremonial button to mark the inauguration, amidst an enthusiastic crowd displaying the national flags of both India and France. Prior to the inauguration, Modi and Macron visited the historic Mazargues Cemetery to pay tribute to Indian soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War I. Following…

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