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09 Oct

Israel and Hamas Agree to Initial Peace Framework, Hostage Release and Troop Withdrawal Planned

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Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): In a major diplomatic announcement early Thursday morning, U.S. President Donald Trump revealed that Israel and Hamas have both signed the first phase of a new peace initiative aimed at de-escalating one of the world’s longest-running conflicts. Posting on his social media platform, Trump confirmed that the preliminary agreement includes the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas and a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from specified areas, signaling a move toward establishing long-term stability in the region. “This is a great day,” Trump wrote, celebrating what he described as a “strong, durable, and everlasting…

08 Oct

Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 Awarded to Scientists from Japan, Australia, and the U.S. for Groundbreaking Work on MOFs

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Stockholm, October 8: The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences on Wednesday announced that the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry will be shared by Susumu Kitagawa of Kyoto University (Japan), Richard Robson of the University of Melbourne (Australia), and Omar M. Yaghi of the University of California (U.S.). Each of the three laureates will receive one-third of the prestigious award.The scientists have been honored for their pioneering advancements in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)—innovative materials composed of metals and organic compounds that contain microscopic pores. These structures have opened new possibilities in gas storage, carbon dioxide capture, and chemical catalysis, significantly influencing modern…

08 Oct

Federal Stalemate Drags On as U.S. Government Shutdown Reaches Second Week

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Washington, D.C. (Rajeev Sharma): The ongoing federal government shutdown has stretched into its second week, with political tensions rising and no immediate breakthrough in sight. Key operations remain suspended, Capitol Hill visits have been cancelled, and House proceedings continue to be on hold as partisan divisions deepen. The impasse revolves largely around disputes over healthcare funding. While Democrats are pushing for the inclusion of insurance subsidy protections, Republicans — who maintain control of Congress — have stood their ground, refusing to approve any spending package that includes what they call "unconditional concessions." President Trump Signals Conflicting Messages President Donald Trump…

07 Oct

2025 Nobel Prize in Physics Awarded to John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis for Quantum Breakthrough

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Stockholm, October 7, 2025: The 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics has been awarded to American scientists John Clarke, Michel Devoret, and John Martinis for their pioneering work on quantum phenomena in electrical circuits, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced on Tuesday.The trio was recognised for their groundbreaking demonstration of large-scale quantum tunneling and quantized energy levels in electrical circuits — effects previously thought impossible in macroscopic systems.In classical physics, objects bounce off barriers, but in the quantum realm, particles can sometimes pass through obstacles, a phenomenon known as quantum tunneling. Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis successfully observed this effect in…

07 Oct

PM Modi Extends Birthday Greetings to Putin, Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen India-Russia Ties

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New Delhi, October 7, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin to extend warm greetings on his 73rd birthday and reaffirm the strong ties between the two nations.According to an official statement, both leaders reiterated their resolve to deepen the “India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership,” reviewing progress across key areas of bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister Modi wished President Putin good health, happiness, and continued success in his endeavours.During the discussion, Modi expressed his anticipation of welcoming President Putin to India later this year for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, scheduled…

07 Oct

India Rebukes Pakistan at UN, Cites 1971 Atrocities and Calls Out Misinformation on Kashmir

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United Nations (Rajeev Sharma) — India delivered a scathing rebuttal to Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council, accusing its neighbour of weaponizing international platforms to spread disinformation while ignoring its own dark history of human rights violations, including a brutal campaign of violence during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. Speaking during an open debate on the theme “Women, Peace and Security,” India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, took direct aim at Pakistan’s record, citing its military’s role in Operation Searchlight — a 1971 crackdown in then-East Pakistan that involved mass killings and the use of rape…

07 Oct

Trump Again Credits Trade Tactics for Halting India-Pakistan Military Escalation

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Washington (Rajeev Sharma): U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted that his strategic use of trade measures, particularly tariffs, helped avert a major conflict between India and Pakistan during a period of heightened military tension. Speaking at a recent event, Trump highlighted how his administration leveraged economic tools to prevent what he claimed could have become a full-blown war between the two nuclear-armed nations. “India and Pakistan were on the brink,” Trump said. “Fighter jets had already been shot down. They were preparing for a serious conflict. But I had conversations with them — I won’t say exactly what was said…

07 Oct

Death Toll Climbs to 61 Following Collapse of Prayer Hall at Indonesian Boarding School

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Indonesia (Rajeev Sharma): The death toll from the devastating collapse of a prayer hall at an Islamic boarding school in Indonesia has risen to 61, after rescue teams recovered 12 more bodies on Monday. The tragedy unfolded on September 29 at the Al Khojini Islamic Boarding School in Sidoarjo, East Java, while students were gathered for their afternoon prayers. The building, which had stood for over a century, was undergoing unauthorized expansion at the time of the collapse. Most of the victims were young boys, with only one student confirmed to have survived the disaster. Authorities reported that 99 students…

04 Oct

New U.S. Military Grooming Policy Sparks Backlash Over Religious and Personal Freedoms

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Washington DC: The U.S. military is facing mounting criticism following Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s announcement of a new grooming policy that bans most service members from keeping beards, allowing exemptions only for select special forces.Speaking at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, Hegseth declared, “If you want a beard, join special forces. If not, shave. We don’t have a military full of Nordic pagans.” He condemned what he described as “rampant and ridiculous shaving profiles,” referring to medical and religious waivers that previously permitted facial hair for health or faith reasons.The newly introduced policy reverses years of progress on religious and…

04 Oct

PM Modi Backs Trump’s Gaza Initiative as Hamas Signals Hostage Release

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed India’s firm support for renewed peace efforts in the Gaza conflict, applauding US President Donald Trump’s initiative following Hamas’s partial acceptance of a proposal to end hostilities. Calling it a “notable advancement,” Modi said the move toward the release of hostages by Hamas is an encouraging sign and a positive direction for the region's future. He posted on X (formerly Twitter), "India strongly supports all efforts toward a sustainable and just peace. We commend President Trump’s leadership in these crucial moments." The Indian Prime Minister’s remarks came after Hamas…