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United Nations Has Lost Its “Foundational Focus,” Says India’s Envoy P Harish at UNSC Open Debate
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readIndia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, has urged the world body to undertake comprehensive reforms that reflect modern geopolitical realities and give the Global South a …
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Pakistan Withdraws from FIH Junior Men’s Hockey World Cup in India, Citing Security and Diplomatic Strain
by Prabhjot Singh 2 minutes readPakistan has officially withdrawn from the FIH Hockey World Cup for Junior Men, scheduled to begin on November 28 in Chennai and Madurai, India. The team was originally placed in …
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President Trump Joins Indian American Officials and Business Leaders to Celebrate Diwali at the Oval Office
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readPresident Donald Trump celebrated Diwali at the Oval Office in the White House on October 21, 2025, emphasizing the festival’s message of light and renewal while recognizing the contributions of …
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Ajay Banga: World Bank’s $9 Billion Agribusiness Push Builds on India’s Success in Inclusive Farming
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readWorld Bank Group President Ajay Banga announced that the institution aims to double its agribusiness commitments to $9 billion annually by 2030, with plans to mobilize an additional $5 billion …
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World Bank Warns of South Asia Slowdown Amid Trade Barriers and AI Disruptions
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 4 minutes readThe World Bank’s latest South Asia Development Update projects the region’s economic growth to remain strong at 6.6 percent in 2025, but warns of a significant slowdown ahead, citing trade …
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Hong Kong Sixes Returns: 12 International Teams Set to Compete in World’s Shortest Cricket Format
by Prabhjot Singh 3 minutes readCricket has continually evolved to match the pace and preferences of its fans, from traditional five-day Tests to One-Day Internationals (ODIs), T20s, and now even shorter formats like T10 and …
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At UNGA, India Calls for Global Action Against Terrorism, UN Reform, and Greater Cooperation
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 6 minutes readIndia’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar used his address at the General Debate of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly to deliver a strong message on counterterrorism, …
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PM Sharif Praises President Trump’s Role in Averting South Asia War at UNGA — India Disputes Pakistan’s Account
by T. Vishnudatta Jayaraman 5 minutes readPakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that U.S. President Donald Trump’s intervention helped avert what could have been a far more destructive war in …
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India-Pakistan Sports Rivalry Heats Up: From Asia Cup Cricket to Upcoming Hockey Clashes
by Prabhjot Singh 2 minutes readSports encounters between India and Pakistan have always captured global attention, celebrated for their intensity, skill, and competitive spirit. However, the much-anticipated Asia Cup Cricket Tournament in Dubai saw this …