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28 Jun

Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 1,430 as Fresh Tremor Disrupts Ongoing Rescue Mission

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Venezuela (Rajeev Sharma): Rescue operations in Venezuela suffered another setback on Saturday after a fresh earthquake struck the country’s northern region, adding to the challenges faced by emergency teams working in the aftermath of this week’s devastating twin earthquakes that have claimed at least 1,430 lives. The latest tremor, measuring 4.8 in magnitude, was recorded near Aragua state at around 3 p.m. local time, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Although there were no immediate reports of additional casualties from the latest quake, it triggered renewed panic among residents and forced rescue workers to reassess conditions at several damaged sites.…

28 Jun

Kuwait Heightens Security After Air Defence Systems Intercept Missile and Drone Threats

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Kuwait (Rajeev Sharma): Kuwait has stepped up its security preparedness after the country’s armed forces confirmed that air defence units intercepted hostile missiles and drones targeting its airspace, amid growing instability across the Gulf region. In an official statement, the General Staff of the Kuwait Army said its air defence systems were actively responding to incoming aerial threats. The military clarified that any loud blasts heard by residents were caused by interception operations and not by impacts on the ground. Authorities appealed to the public to remain composed and comply with all instructions issued by security and emergency agencies. Residents…

28 Jun

Fresh US Airstrikes Deepen Iran Crisis as Trump Accuses Tehran of Breaking Truce

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): The fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran has come under renewed strain after American forces launched another round of strikes on Iranian military assets, with President Donald Trump accusing Tehran of repeatedly violating the terms of the temporary truce. According to the US military, the latest operation targeted 10 locations connected to Iran’s defence network, including facilities used for drone operations, missile storage, coastal surveillance and air defence systems. The strikes were carried out after Washington alleged that Iranian forces attacked a commercial oil tanker travelling through the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump defended the…

27 Jun

China Reaffirms Support for Bangladesh’s Teesta River Project and BRICS Ambitions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBRICS expansion, China Bangladesh relations, SCO dialogue partner, Tarique Rahman Beijing visit, Teesta River project

Beijing (Rajeev Sharma): China has officially backed Bangladesh’s participation in the BRICS alliance and endorsed its application to become a dialogue partner of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, while simultaneously reaffirming support for the controversial Teesta River development project. The announcements were formalized in a comprehensive joint communiqué issued following Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s high-profile five-day state visit to Beijing, where he held extensive bilateral discussions with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. Amid simmering geopolitical anxieties in New Delhi regarding Beijing's expanding footprint in the subcontinent, Chinese officials asserted that the deepening bilateral cooperation is strictly a livelihood…

27 Jun

Donald Trump Responds After Hyderabad Names Avenue in His Honour, Thanks India for the Recognition

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): US President Donald Trump has welcomed the decision to name a prominent road in Hyderabad after him, describing the gesture as a special honour and thanking India for the recognition. Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump shared a photograph from the inauguration ceremony of Donald Trump Avenue, saying he was proud to become the first US President to have a road named after him in India. The avenue, situated beside the US Consulate in Hyderabad, was formally unveiled earlier this week in the presence of Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and US…

27 Jun

US Hits Iranian Defence Facilities After Hormuz Shipping Attack, Tensions Escalate Again

nishuthapar10 CommentsTrending, World NewsIran, Strait of Hormuz, US

Washington/Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): Fresh military action by the United States has intensified tensions with Iran after American forces carried out precision strikes on multiple Iranian defence installations in response to an alleged drone attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. The US military said the operation targeted missile storage sites, drone facilities and coastal surveillance radar systems that it believes were linked to the attack on the Singapore-flagged cargo ship M/V Ever Lovely. The vessel was reportedly struck while sailing close to the Omani coastline after leaving the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest…

26 Jun

Ship Attack Near Hormuz Casts Shadow Over Ceasefire as UN Reviews Maritime Safety Measures

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsHormuz, Iran, Strait of Hormuz

Tehran (Rajeev Sharma): A reported attack on a commercial cargo vessel near the Strait of Hormuz has reignited concerns over maritime security in the Gulf, prompting the United Nations' shipping agency to temporarily suspend its escort operations while reassessing safety conditions. The incident occurred near the coast of Oman when a merchant vessel reportedly came under attack while navigating the strategically important waterway. Although the ship was not participating in the UN-facilitated escort programme, the episode has raised fresh doubts about the stability of the region despite ongoing diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran. The International Maritime Organization…

25 Jun

Taxiway Mix-Up at Ahmedabad Airport Delays Flights, Triggers Safety Review

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Ahmedabad (Rajeev Sharma): A ground movement error involving two passenger aircraft briefly disrupted operations at Ahmedabad airport on Wednesday evening after an arriving aircraft reportedly entered the path of another plane preparing for departure. According to aviation sources, an Air India aircraft that had recently landed allegedly deviated from its assigned taxi route while moving toward its designated parking stand. The aircraft subsequently found itself on the same taxiway being used by an IndiGo flight that was preparing for take-off. Airport ground controllers and flight crews responded immediately, and both aircraft were brought to a stop before the situation could…

25 Jun

Emergency Declared Across Venezuela After Twin Quakes Trigger Widespread Damage

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Caracas (Rajeev Sharma): Venezuela has launched a large-scale emergency response after two powerful earthquakes struck the country within hours of each other, damaging infrastructure, forcing evacuations and leaving authorities racing to assess the full extent of the impact. Interim President Delcy Rodríguez announced a state of emergency as emergency crews responded to incidents reported across several regions, including the capital, Caracas. Government agencies have been directed to coordinate rescue efforts, inspect vulnerable structures and provide assistance to affected communities. The twin tremors were followed by numerous aftershocks, keeping residents on edge and prompting officials to warn against returning to damaged…

25 Jun

India Weighs Participation as Iran Extends Invitation for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Memorial Ceremonies

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): India is assessing an invitation from Iran to participate in the memorial and funeral events being organised for late Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with a decision on the country's representation expected in the coming days, according to diplomatic sources. The ceremonies, scheduled for early July, are set to take place across multiple Iranian cities and are expected to attract heads of state, senior ministers and international delegations from around the world. Iranian authorities have reportedly reached out to several countries with which Tehran shares longstanding diplomatic ties, including India. Officials familiar with the matter said…