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Russia’s Batagaika Crater Expands Rapidly Due to Thaw

The Batagaika Crater, also spelled as Batagay, often referred to as the “gateway to the underworld,” is in the permafrost regions of Siberia, Russia and is known for...

May 8, 2024

EU Adopts First Law Against Violence Towards Women

On May 7, the European Union formally adopted groundbreaking legislation designed to combat violence against women across its 27 member states. This legislation includes measures against forced marriages,...

May 8, 2024

Gagan Strike-II: Indian Army, IAF Conduct Joint Exercise in Punjab

The Indian Army’s Kharga Corps, part of the Army’s Western Command, recently concluded a three-day joint military exercise Gagan Strike-II with the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Punjab....

May 8, 2024

Third Tashkent International Investment Forum Attracts $26.6 Billion in Global Investments

The 3rd Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF) held recently was a resounding success, attracting global investors and facilitating deals worth $26.6 billion. More than 2,500 participants from 93...

May 8, 2024

Thailand Extends Visa-Free Entry for Indian, Taiwanese Tourists

Thailand has recently extended a visa exemption initiative for tourists from India and Taiwan, now effective until November 11, 2024. This decision, announced by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin,...

May 8, 2024

Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Marks 65th Raising Day

The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 65th Raising Day recently, with an emphasis on embracing modern technology and techniques to accelerate project completions. About Border Roads Organisation...

May 8, 2024

Sun Releases Two Powerful Solar Flares, Causes Blackouts

In the past week, the Sun has emitted two significant solar flares from a newly identified sunspot, AR3663, causing impacts such as radio blackouts in several parts of...

May 7, 2024

Panama Elects Conservative Jose Mulino as President

Jose Raul Mulino, a conservative candidate and former Minister of Public Security, was declared the winner of the presidential election in Panama on May 5, 2024. He secured...

May 7, 2024

Putin Inaugurated for Fifth Term Amid Western Boycott

On May 7, 2024, Vladimir Putin has been inaugurated as the President of Russia for a historic fifth term. This followed a March election victory categorised by significant...

May 7, 2024

NASA’s Ambitious Moon Rail and Mars Transit Projects

NASA’s Innovative Advanced Concepts (NIAC) programme is pushing the boundaries of space exploration with projects that many might deem the stuff of science fiction. These initiatives aim to...

May 7, 2024

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