Dubai [UAE], June 3 (ANI/WAM): The nominations are now open for the sixth edition of the 2025 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity, an independent global prize recognising efforts to promote human fraternity and solidarity. Eligible nominators–including g…
“Not right to spread rumour… will punish…”, says CEC Rajiv Kumar on Jairam Ramesh allegations against Amit Shah
New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): In a sharp outright rejection of allegations made by Congress leader Jairam Ramesh that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had called up district magistrates after voting for the Lok Sabha elections were completed, Chief Ele…
Tea brand Twinings brews profit to nearly £100m
By Jon Robinson British tea brand Twinings brewed up a profit of almost £100m during its latest financial year, it has been revealed. For the 12 months to August 31, 2023, the London-headquartered business posted a pre-tax profit of £95m, up from £85.6…
Ukraine to open embassy in the Philippines after historic first visit between leaders of the two nations
“Ukraine plans to open an embassy in Manila this year to strengthen bilateral cooperation,” Zelenskyy announced. “I am grateful to the Philippines for supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, for their clear stance against Russia’s a…
KDP rejoins Kurdistan general elections amid new date talks
The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) announced on Sunday that it will participate in the upcoming Kurdistan Region parliamentary elections, contingent on recent changes to the voting mechanism. This announcement comes after the party’s boycott of the p…
Trial of Jimmy Lai adjourned after pro-democracy media tycoon appears to be unwell in Hong Kong court
The national security trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been adjourned after his legal team told the court he felt unwell. Lai, 76, who founded now-defunct pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily, has been detained since December …
Beijing’s aggression continues as Taiwan tracks 12 Chinese ships around nation again
Taipei [Taiwan], June 3 (ANI): As tensions with Beijing continue to remain high, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence (MND) has detected eight Chinese naval vessels and four coast guard ships around the country yet again, according to Taiwan News. The…
Redgrave Rangers Under-18s joint manager James Ramm delighted as side win double in sensational year
Redgrave Rangers Under-18s joint manager James Ramm hailed his side for performing at a level above everyone they faced after they wrapped up a double on Sunday. They hammered Cromer Adult & Youth 10-0 away from home to claim the Norfolk Combined Youth…
Fire breaks out at godown in Pune’s Kalewadi area
Pune (Maharashtra) [India], June 3 (ANI): A fire broke out at a godown in the Kalewadi area of Pimpri Chinchwad in Maharashtra’s Pune on Monday. The Fire department personnel are present at the spot dousing the fire. A thick plume of smoke can be seen …
President Zelenskyy’s first interview with Central Asian journalists warns of dangers of being in Russia’s orbit
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaking to journalists from Central Asia. Screenshot from the video “Владимир Зеленский пообщался с представителями СМИ Центральной Азии. Главные темы разговора” from the Freedom. Live YouTube channel. Fair use….