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7th Indian Ocean Conference

The 7th IOC was held in Perth, Australia on February 9-10, 2024. The theme was “Towards a Stable and Sustainable Indian Ocean.” It was organized by the India...

February 11, 2024

Fentanyl Crisis in Mexico

In the Mexican border city of Tijuana, paramedics are increasingly responding to suspected fentanyl overdoses, with two or three calls a night being common and up to seven...

February 8, 2024

Iran Allows Visa-Free Travel for Indians

Iran has recently become yet another country to launch visa-waiver programme allowing Indian citizens visa-free entry for up to 15 days. The decision was taken earlier, and the...

February 7, 2024

Kosovo’s Controversial Currency Ban Risks Renewed Ethnic Tensions

Recently, Kosovo has sparked new controversy by banning the Serbian dinar to assert financial control and normalize use of the euro. The ban has sparked concern from the...

February 5, 2024

What is the ‘Widow Year’ in China?

In Chinese culture, certain years are known as “Widow Years.” A Widow Year is a lunar year that does not contain the traditional solar term “Spring Commences” (Lichun),...

February 4, 2024

Sri Lanka Celebrates 76th Independence Day

On 4th February, 2024, Sri Lanka celebrated 76th Independence Day. Sri Lanka got independence from British rule on February 4, 1948. This day holds immense significance for the...

February 4, 2024

What is deadly Fungus Candida Auris, that is Rapidly Spreading in US?

A deadly fungal infection called Candida auris is spreading rapidly in the United States. Recently, four people in Washington state tested positive. Despite being rare, doctors caution that...

February 4, 2024

India Joins UN’s ‘Honour Roll’ with Timely 2024 Budget Payment

India has paid USD 32.89 million to the United Nations Regular Budget for 2024, joining the “honour roll” of 36 Member States who have paid their regular budget...

February 3, 2024

What is Hong Kong’s Article 23?

Hong Kong’s government has declared a public consultation period for a proposed national security law known as Article 23. Chief Executive John Lee cited the constitutional duty to...

February 2, 2024

Kenya Confirms Discovery of Coltan Deposits

Kenya has officially announced the discovery of coltan deposits within its borders for the first time. Coltan, short for columbite-tantalite, is a valuable mineral composed of niobium and...

January 31, 2024

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