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Press releases published on April 24, 2025
Pakistan Warns India Over Water Flow Conflict
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Pakistan issued a stern warning on Thursday, stating that any Indian attempt to divert or stop the flow of water as per the Indus Waters Treaty would be regarded as an act of war. This statement came a day after India suspended the 1960 agreement …
Media reports India looking to extradite wanted diamond tycoon from Belgium
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian fugitive and diamond businessman Mehul Choksi has been detained in Belgium, according to media reports. Choksi, who is accused of involvement in a $1.8 billion loan fraud case alongside his nephew Nirav Modi, was taken into custody near his …
FBI Reveals Americans Lost Billions to Scams in 2024
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A new report released by the FBI on Wednesday reveals that Americans were scammed out of USD16.6 billion in 2024, with older individuals suffering the greatest impact. The data shows that seniors were cheated out of USD4.8 billion—an increase of …
Polls Reveal Increasing Discontent with Trump’s Economic Policies
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Recent surveys reveal increasing dissatisfaction with U.S. President Donald Trump’s economic management, as inflation fears rise, a majority oppose his tariff policies, and concerns about a looming recession grow. Although Trump has emphasized his …
Harvard President Defends University’s Stance
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Harvard University President Alan Garber emphasized on Wednesday that the institution would not yield on specific matters, even in the face of the federal government’s warning to freeze over USD2 billion in funding. Speaking in an exclusive …
New Delhi renews its push for significant reforms to UNSC
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India has renewed its push for significant reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), calling for broader representation that reflects today's global realities. Speaking on behalf of the G4 nations—India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan—at …
France Encounters Widespread Rail Disruptions
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) In early May, France is expected to experience significant rail disruptions as unions representing workers from the national railway have announced a new wave of strikes. The CGT-Cheminots, the largest union at SNCF, has declared an indefinite …
6.2-Magnitude Quake Rattles Istanbul, Thousands Seek Shelter
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Over 100,000 residents of Istanbul spent the night outdoors following a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake that struck the city on Wednesday, fearing further aftershocks. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed that 101,000 people were provided …
Australia Eyes Strategic Minerals Reserve: Albanese
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has unveiled a proposal to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals, contingent on his Labor Party winning a second term in the upcoming May 3 general election. Albanese announced on Thursday that …
Public Discontent Rises Over Trump’s Economic Policies
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Recent surveys indicate an increasing level of dissatisfaction with U.S. Leader Donald Trump’s economic stewardship. Concerns over climbing inflation, widespread resistance to heightened tariffs, and a bleak outlook regarding a potential economic …
New Delhi examines its very first underwater robot
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India has successfully tested its first High-Endurance Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (HEAUV), developed by the Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) based in Visakhapatnam. The HEAUV underwent trials in a lake, showcasing its ability …
Indian hockey icon shares her heartfelt dream of seeing Indian women’s hockey team win Olympic medal
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian hockey icon Rani Rampal has shared her heartfelt dream of seeing the Indian women’s hockey team win an Olympic medal. In a conversation with actor Anupam Kher on RT’s Let’s Talk Bharat, Rampal reflected on her journey from poverty to …
India unveils ‘Star Wars’-style laser system
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India has successfully demonstrated its homegrown high-energy laser weapon, joining a select group of nations – including the US, Russia, and China – with the capability to deploy such advanced defense systems, officials announced on Sunday. The …
Turkey, Japan Eye Agreement to Balance Trade
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A bilateral economic partnership agreement between Turkey and Japan, aimed at addressing trade imbalances, is still in the works, according to Turkey’s trade minister. Speaking at the Turkey -Japan CEO Round Table Meeting in Tokyo on Thursday, the …
Germany Offers Financial Incentives for Syrians to Return Home
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Germany is providing financial assistance of up to EURO4,000 (USD4,555) per family to motivate Syrians to return to their country. Over 460 individuals have already benefited from these incentives in recent weeks, according to the government. The …
Zelenskyy Partially Cancels South African Visit
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed on Thursday that he had decided to reduce his planned schedule during his South African visit due to recent Russian airstrikes on Ukraine. Zelenskyy shared on X, “As of this moment, over 80 people have …
Spain Still Buys Weapons from Israel Despite Suspension Pledge
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Although Spain's government publicly committed to halting weapons purchases from Israel, the country has reportedly continued to finalize military agreements with Israeli defense firms. Based on a Thursday article in a Spanish newspaper, 40 …
Erdogan Says Turkey Has Enough Capacity to Host Global Sports Events
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Leader Recep Tayyip Erdogan declared on Thursday that Turkey possesses ample capability to organize a wide range of international athletic competitions, including the Olympic Games. He delivered this message during the inauguration of the new UEFA …
South Korea Accuses DeepSeek of Unauthorized Data Transfers
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) On Thursday, South Korea's state data protection authority accused the Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) service, DeepSeek, of unlawfully transferring Korean users' personal information to multiple companies in both China and the United States. …
Turkey, Japan Work Towards Balancing Trade Deals
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The Turkish trade minister revealed on Thursday that negotiations are still ongoing for an economic partnership agreement between Turkey and Japan, aiming to reduce the existing imbalance in their bilateral trade. Speaking at the Turkey-Japan CEO …