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Sky gazers across northern hemisphere witness first partial solar eclipse of 2025 as moon covers sun
World | Mar 29, 2025, 11:56 PM ISTIn the partial solar eclipse, unlike a total solar eclipse, a portion of the sun remains visible, which enables the formation of a crescent-like shape in the sky with the moon partially covering the sun.
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Trump admin may terminate all USAID members on July 1 as agency set to be merged with State Dept
World | Mar 29, 2025, 10:54 PM ISTCurrently, only 900 employees remain associated with USAID, which once employed 10,000 members. The Trump administration is looking to merge the agency with the US State Department after formally ending it.
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Turkiye: Thousands of protesters gather in Istanbul to demand release of city's imprisoned mayor
World | Mar 29, 2025, 09:23 PM ISTIstanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu is considered a key rival of Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his arrest has sparked protests in the country, with his supporters demanding release from imprisonment.
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Which is most dangerous country to drive, where does India stand? Here's what research says
World | Mar 29, 2025, 08:40 PM ISTNorway has been considered the safest country to drive in for the fourth consecutive year. India has been ranked at the 49th place, while the US got the 51st spot. South Africa has emerged as the most dangerous country to drive.
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Myanmar: India's first consignment of emergency aid reaches Yangon after devastating earthquake
World | Mar 29, 2025, 08:00 PM ISTIndia has launched Operation Brahma in the aftermath of devastating earthquake in Myanmar which killed almost 1,000 people and destroyed several structures. PM Modi on Saturday held telephonic conversation with Myanmar's Myanmar's Senior General Min Aung Hlaing and extended support.
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What is Operation Brahma, why India chose this name for Myanmar earthquake response?
World | Mar 29, 2025, 08:50 PM ISTThe Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said that India has been the first responder whenever any calamity strikes any neighbouring country. He underscored India's role when Cyclone Yagi struck Myanmar. At that time also, India had launched an operation.
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US, Philippines to strengthen defence ties to 'reinforce deterrence' against China in Indo-Pacific
World | Mar 29, 2025, 05:35 PM ISTPete Hegseth, the US Defence Secretary, during his visit to Philippines, said that the United States will strengthen its partnership with Manila to bolster deterrence against China in the Indo-Pacific region. Philippines has been at the forefront of China's aggression in the South China Sea.
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Myanmar: Fresh tremors of 5.1 magnitude strike Naypyitaw a day after deadly earthquake
World | Mar 29, 2025, 10:16 PM ISTA day after a deadly earthquake rocked Myanmar, which killed at least a thousand people and devastated several structures, the capital city Naypyidaw felt fresh tremors on Saturday, according to USGS.
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PM Modi speaks to Myanmar Junta chief after devastating earthquake: 'India stands in solidarity'
India | Mar 29, 2025, 04:31 PM ISTIndia has launched Operation Brahma, under which New Delhi has extended its support to Myanmar in the aftermath of a devastating earthquake. Myanmar on Friday was rocked by violent tremors, which killed at least a thousand people and destroyed several structures in the country.
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Trump holds 'productive' call with Carney, plans meeting with Canadian PM after upcoming elections
World | Mar 28, 2025, 11:45 PM ISTAfter assuming the presidency in the United States, Donald Trump has declared a trade war on Canada. He continues with his claim to make Canada the 51st state of the United States, which in turn has infuriated Canadians along with its political leadership.
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India proposes retaliatory duties following EU's extension of safeguard measures on steel products
World | Mar 28, 2025, 11:44 PM ISTIndia's proposal to impose retaliatory measures on the EU comes amidst both parties being engaged in negotiations aimed at a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). In its communication to the WTO, India has stated that the EU's duties have caused a trade loss of USD 1.472 billion annually to New Delhi.
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Myanmar earthquake: 144 dead, 730 injured, confirms military government; 10 killed in Thailand
World | Mar 29, 2025, 12:05 AM ISTPhotos from the Myanmar's capital Naypyidaw showed multiple buildings used to house civil servants destroyed by the quake, and rescue crews pulling victims from the rubble.
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PM Modi joins viral AI Ghibli art trend: 'Main character? No. He’s the whole storyline'
Trending | Mar 28, 2025, 09:13 PM ISTThe Ghibli trend is taking over the internet as netizens have been frequently posting pictures which capture the essence of legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki's films. The Union Government in its post on X has shared Ghibli-styled photos of PM Modi with US President Donald Trump.
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Yunus meets Jinping today: Take a look at Bangladesh-China diplomatic, political, and trade ties
World | Mar 28, 2025, 07:49 PM ISTChina and Bangladesh completed 50 years of diplomatic relations in 2025. Notably, after Yunus government took over in Bangladesh, China has been hosting several Bangladeshi delegations.
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Israel launches first attack against Beirut since ceasefire ended latest Israel-Hezbollah war
World | Mar 28, 2025, 09:05 PM ISTIsrael's attack on Beirut comes after the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) claimed that it had eliminated Ahmed Adnan Bajija, a battalion commander in Hezbollah's elite force. The IDF asserted that it will continue to operate in order to remove any threat posed to the Israel.
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Nepal pro-monarchy protests: Army deployed, curfew imposed in Kathmandu as clashes leave 2 dead
World | Mar 29, 2025, 08:35 AM ISTThe police in Nepal had to use tear gas and water cannons to disperse pro-monarchist demonstrators as protests took a violent turn in Kathmandu. The protest was joined by the pro-monarchist Rastriya Prajatantra Party and others, which was aimed at restoring the monarchy in Nepal.
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Myanmar Earthquake: Indian Embassy in Thailand issues helpline number as tremors recorded in Bangkok
World | Mar 28, 2025, 05:15 PM ISTThe Indian Embassy in Thailand has issued emergency helpline number +66 618819218 as violent tremors were recorded in Bangkok. In a post on X, it said that all members of the Indian Embassy in Bangkok and Consulate in Chiang Mai are safe.
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Myanmar: Why is this region prone to earthquakes and what would have led to today's deadly tremors?
World | Mar 28, 2025, 04:31 PM ISTMyanmar is one of the most prone areas to earthquakes in the world as it features among the high-risk regions on the Global Seismic Risk Map. Notably, Sagaing Fault is an important earthquake-prone fault in Myanmar.
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Myanmar, Thailand declare emergency as strong earthquake jolts several regions
World | Mar 28, 2025, 03:52 PM ISTBoth Myanmar and Bangkok declared emergency after a strong earthquake jolted several regions in both countries. The tremor struck Myanmar almost 16 km northwest of Sagaing city at a depth of 10 km.
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French prosecutors seek 7-year jail term for Sarkozy over presidential campaign 'funding' from Libya
World | Mar 27, 2025, 11:46 PM ISTWhile Sarkozy continuously dismisses allegations, calling them 'politically motivated and rooted in forged evidence', if he gets convicted, he would become the first former French president found guilty of accepting illegal foreign funds to win office.