China’s Africa strategy is shifting, Iran conflict will speed it up

SYDNEY: (Apr 16) The global geoeconomic volatility wrought by the second Donald Trump US presidency and hostilities in the Middle East make the shift in China’s Africa strategy even more important for China and for Africa. China’s Africa strategy started to shift in 2019, towards investment. It is anchored in Hunan Province. The “Hunan Model”… Continue reading China’s Africa strategy is shifting, Iran conflict will speed it up

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Single-Entry vs Multiple-Entry Schengen Visa Insurance Requirements

WHEN PLANNING A EUROPEAN TRIP: understanding visa requirements is just as important as booking flights and accommodation. One key aspect is choosing the right Schengen travel insurance, especially since requirements can differ depending on whether you apply for a single-entry or multiple-entry visa. Knowing these differences can help you avoid coverage gaps and ensure a… Continue reading Single-Entry vs Multiple-Entry Schengen Visa Insurance Requirements

Country all set to take historic step for women empowerment in special sitting of Parliament: PM Modi

NEW DELHI: (Apr 16) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday asserted that his government is resolutely moving forward for empowerment of women in the three-day special sitting of Parliament. His remarks came ahead of the start of the special sitting during which the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’, commonly known as Women Reservation Act, will be… Continue reading Country all set to take historic step for women empowerment in special sitting of Parliament: PM Modi

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Study finds out why bread can cause weight gain without extra calories

Washington DC [US], April 15 : Bread and other carbohydrate staples may be doing more than just filling plates–they could be quietly reshaping metabolism. In a surprising twist, researchers found that mice strongly preferred carbs like bread, rice, and wheat, abandoning their regular diet entirely. Even without eating more calories, they gained weight and body… Continue reading Study finds out why bread can cause weight gain without extra calories

Tata Motors hits 1 million production milestone at Lucknow facility, boosting UP’s manufacturing push

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh), [India], April 15 : Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday flagged off the rollout of the 10 lakhth vehicle from Tata Motors’ Lucknow manufacturing facility, marking a significant milestone in the company’s commercial vehicle journey in India. The landmark event was held at the Lucknow plant in the presence of… Continue reading Tata Motors hits 1 million production milestone at Lucknow facility, boosting UP’s manufacturing push

Dhoni hand in Noor’s match-winning spell gainst KKR

CHENNAI: (Apr 15) Spinner Noor Ahmad’s match-winning spell against Kolkata Knight Riders followed a lengthy conversation with Chennai Super Kings icon M S Dhoni in the nets. The left-arm wrist spinner from Afghanistan ended with figures of three for 21 in four overs, accounting for wickets of Ajinkya Rahane, Rinku Singh and Cameron Green in… Continue reading Dhoni hand in Noor’s match-winning spell gainst KKR

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Dan Stevens joins ‘Dexter: Resurrection 2’

LOS ANGELES: (Apr 15) Actor Dan Stevens became the latest addition to the star cast of the upcoming series “Dexter: Resurrection 2”. The series is created by Clyde Phillips and revolves around Dexter Morgan (Michael C Hall), who survives his gunshot wound from “New Blood”. After a ten-week coma, he travels to New York City… Continue reading Dan Stevens joins ‘Dexter: Resurrection 2’

Stock markets surge in early trade amid hopes of resumption of US-Iran peace talks

MUMBAI: (Apr 15) Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade on Wednesday, mirroring a rally in global markets and a drop in crude oil prices below the USD 100 per barrel mark, amid hopes of renewed diplomatic engagement between the US and Iran. The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 1,422.85 points to 78,270.42… Continue reading Stock markets surge in early trade amid hopes of resumption of US-Iran peace talks

Canada producing more graduates than ever – so why is it harder to find a job?

CALGARY: (Apr 15) Canada has a paradox at the heart of its labour market. The country leads the G7 for the most educated workforce and is producing more graduates than ever before. Yet for millions of young Canadians, the path from school to stable work has never been harder. Between 2022 and 2025, vacancies for… Continue reading Canada producing more graduates than ever – so why is it harder to find a job?

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BJP’s Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar chief minister

PATNA: (Apr 15) BJP leader Samrat Choudhary was sworn in as the chief minister of Bihar on Wednesday, the first from the saffron party to hold the post. Governor Lt Gen Syed Ata Hasnain (retd) administered the oath of office and secrecy to Choudhry. Top leaders of the ruling NDA in Bihar, which comprises the… Continue reading BJP’s Samrat Choudhary sworn in as Bihar chief minister

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