International

May 17, 2024 1:44 PM

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UAE announces 10 year Blue Residency Visa to environment contributors

The United Arab Emirates, home to a large Indian population of over 3.8 million, has announced a new visa program offering long-term residency to individuals, who significantly contribute to environmental protection and sustainability efforts. The 10-year Blue Residency Visa aims to attract and reta...

May 17, 2024 7:44 AM

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World Telecommunication and Information Society Day observed today

  World Telecommunication and Information Society Day is being observed today to raise awareness of the possibilities that the use of the Internet and other information and communication technologies (ICTs) can bring to societies and economies. On this day, the country celebrates its extraordinary d...

May 16, 2024 9:00 PM

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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits Kharkiv

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy visited Kharkiv today. He described the battlefield situation in the region as extremely difficult but under control. After holding a meeting in the city with his top commander and senior military leaders the President said they were strengthening their units....

May 16, 2024 7:43 PM

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Bangladesh: Fluctuating forex reserves stir market instability and price hikes

Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating foreign exchange reserves, Bangladesh Bank has been employing varied methodologies to calculate the nation’s reserves, unveiling differing figures.   Traders and consumers alike have responded to these variations with increased apprehension, leading to price sur...

May 16, 2024 5:25 PM

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Xi, Putin sign & issue joint statement on deepening China-Russia ties

China's President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin today signed and issued a joint statement on deepening China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era in Beijing. Both leaders pledged to deepen their strategic partnership.   Xi rolled out t...

May 16, 2024 6:38 PM

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France declares state of emergency in New Caledonia as violent protests flare up

France has declared a state of emergency on the Pacific archipelago of New Caledonia after violent protests flared up against electoral reforms killing one police officer and three others. New Caledonia is a French overseas territory located hundreds of miles off Australia's eastern coast. The viole...