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Vladimir Putin
Victory speech: Vladimir Putin thanks citizens, says Russia will become stronger

Russian President Vladimir Putin, delivering a "victory speech" at his presidential campaign headquarters in Moscow, has thanked citizens after preliminary results by the country's Central Election Commission (CEC) showed him securing his fifth term in office.

India China
Arunachal Pradesh is 'integral and inalienable part' of India: MEA hits out at China

The Spokesperson further added that the Chinese side has been made aware of "this consistent position on several occasions".

  • Tuesday, 12 March 2024
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Asif Ali Zardari sworn in as Pakistan's 14th President
Asif Ali Zardari sworn in as Pakistan's 14th President

Asif Ali Zardari on Sunday took oath as Pakistan's 14th President, a day after the veteran politician was overwhelmingly elected as the next head of state.

  • Sunday, 10 March 2024
Asif Ali Zardari elected Pakistan President for second time
Asif Ali Zardari elected Pakistan President for second time

PPP co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari was elected as the 14th president of Pakistan on Saturday, defeating the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf-backed Sunni Ittehad Council candidate Mahmood Khan Achakzai.

pediatric deaths
US records over 100 pediatric deaths from flu this season

More than 100 flu-associated pediatric deaths have been reported in the US so far this season, according to data released by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

  • Saturday, 09 March 2024
UN Women
International Women’s Day: ‘Invest in women, accelerate progress,’ says UN Women

The number of women and girls living in conflict-affected areas doubled since 2017, now, more than 614 million women and girls live in conflict-affected areas.

  • Friday, 08 March 2024
Indian Women Beyond Borders - A Formidable Force In World Politics
Indian women beyond borders - a formidable force in world politics

Despite the not-so-impressive numbers, based on a 2023 UN study, women across the world have been emerging as a formidable force in political fora that has long been overpowered by men.

  • Friday, 08 March 2024
FRANCE ADDS ABORTION RIGHTS IN CONSTITUTION
It's Legal! France Becomes World’s First Country To Make Abortion A Constitutional Right

In a first of its kind move, the govt of France has added the right to abortion in its constitution. The decision is welcomed by women’s rights groups while anti-abortion groups are criticizing it harshly.

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  • Wednesday, 06 March 2024
ELON MUSK NO LONGER WORLD’S RICHEST PERSON
Elon Musk Loses World’s Richest Person Title To Jeff Bezos After Tesla Tumbles

Elon Musk, who adhered to the world’s richest person title for nine months, no longer holds the title. Musk lost his position to Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos after his baby company Tesla saw a 7.2 percent fall.

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Shehbaz Sharif sworn-in as Pakistan's Prime Minister for a second time
Shehbaz Sharif sworn-in as Pakistan's Prime Minister for a second time

Shehbaz Sharif on Monday took the oath as Prime Minister of Pakistan, assuming the cash-strapped country's reins for a second time, nearly a month after an inconclusive election marred by allegations of vote rigging.

Shehbaz Sharif elected Pakistan Prime Minister for second time
Shehbaz Sharif elected Pakistan Prime Minister for second time

President Shehbaz Sharif was elected 24th Prime Minister of Pakistan on Sunday.

Heavy rains claim 29 lives, leave 50 injured in Pakistan
Heavy rains claim 29 lives, leave 50 injured in Pakistan

At least 29 people were killed and 50 others injured due to heavy rains that swept across Pakistan in the past 48 hours, the country's authorities told media on Sunday.

Shehbaz Sharif
Shehbaz Sharif set to become Pakistan's 33rd PM

Shehbaz, who is the joint candidate of Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), has already submitted his nomination. His challenger Omar Ayub Khan of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) too has filed his papers.

World NGO Day: Know How Indian NGOs Are Playing A Pivotal Role In Addressing Country’s Challenges
Know How Indian NGOs Are Playing A Pivotal Role In Addressing Country’s Challenges

World NGO Day, observed on February 27th each year, is a significant occasion that recognizes and celebrates the invaluable contributions of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) worldwide.

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  • Thursday, 29 February 2024
Sunil Bharti Mittal
Sunil Bharti Mittal knighted by King Charles III

In a list of honorary British awards unveiled by the UK Cabinet Office, Mittal receives a KBE under the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire one of the highest honours conferred by a British monarch.

  • Wednesday, 28 February 2024
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