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Press releases published on April 24, 2025
India passes Waqf Bill
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India’s Parliament has passed the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, a contentious piece of legislation aimed at reforming the management of Islamic charitable endowments, known as waqf, sparking debate over its impact on the country’s Muslim minority. The …
Russian, Indian navies examine firepower
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian and Russian naval forces have wrapped up the "Indra 2025" joint maritime exercises in the Bay of Bengal, the Russian Defense Ministry announced on Friday. The three-day operation involved live-fire drills targeting both aerial and maritime …
Moscow anticipates arrival of India’s Modi at Victory Day celebrations
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Moscow is anticipating the arrival of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an honored guest at the 80th anniversary Victory Day celebrations on May 9, which commemorate the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Russian Deputy …
India pushes Bangladesh to ‘avoid rhetoric’ that damage relations
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh’s interim chief adviser Muhammad Yunus held their first bilateral meeting since a change of leadership in Dhaka, aiming to foster “constructive” cooperation despite rising tensions between the two …
Rise in Air Pollution Affects Almost Half of US Population
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Almost 156 million individuals in the United States — nearly half of the nation’s citizens — now reside in locations with dangerously degraded air, according to a fresh assessment. This figure reflects a concerning increase of 25 million more …
Multi-Vehicle Collision Claims Three lives, Injures Others in Philippines
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) A tragic multi-vehicle accident in Metro Manila has claimed three lives and injured ten others, authorities reported on Thursday. According to police, the incident unfolded late Wednesday night in Marikina City when a trailer truck veered off …
Media reports Apple staging emergency iPhone airlift from India
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Apple reportedly carried out an emergency airlift of iPhones and other products from India to the United States in late March to dodge a new 10% reciprocal tariff imposed by President Donald Trump, according to a Times of India report citing …
New Delhi says Trump tariffs effect ‘mixed bag’
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India is currently evaluating the effects of a new 26% reciprocal tariff imposed by US President Donald Trump, which is set to take effect within ten days, according to the Press Trust of India (PTI). A senior Indian government official described …
Death Toll from Israeli Airstrikes on Gaza Reaches 51,355
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Israeli airstrikes in Gaza over the past 24 hours have claimed the lives of at least 50 more Palestinians, pushing the total death toll from Israel’s ongoing assault since October 2023 to 51,355, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry on Thursday. …
World Bank Approves USD250 Million Loan for Lebanon
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Lebanon has secured a USD250 million loan from the World Bank aimed at tackling the country's ongoing energy challenges, based on an announcement made by Finance Minister Yassine Jaber on Thursday. "This loan will give strong momentum for the …
French Foreign Minister Starts Middle East Diplomatic Tour
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) French Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Noel Barrot commenced his diplomatic journey through the Middle East with a stop in Baghdad on Wednesday, marking the first phase of a regional itinerary that includes Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. His visit …
Modi inaugurates India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the Pamban Bridge, India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge, which links the island town of Rameswaram to the mainland in Tamil Nadu. Spanning over 2 kilometers across the Palk Strait, the bridge …
Trump Envoy Signals Optimism on Ukraine, Russia Talks
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Keith Kellogg, the U.S. Leader Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia, announced on Wednesday that “positive talks” had taken place in London with a representative from Ukraine. Kellogg highlighted the need to implement President …
Milan Stunts Inter in Derby della Madonnina
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The first leg of the Derby della Madonnina ended in a 3-0 victory for Milan, with former Real Madrid forward Jovic playing a pivotal role. Milan now holds a significant advantage in the tie. Jovic put Milan ahead with a header just before halftime …
AFC/M23 Rebel Group Agrees to Truce with DR Congo
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23), a rebel faction that includes the M23 group, has agreed to pursue a ceasefire with the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo, following recent negotiations facilitated by Qatar in Doha, as stated in a …
Former commerce secretary declares India may turn to new partners due to US tariffs
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) India is likely to explore new trade partnerships in response to the recent 26% US tariffs on Indian imports, according to Ajay Dua, a former Commerce and Industry Ministry secretary. Speaking to RT, Dua described the tariff decision by President …
Hyundai Sees Modest Profit Increase, Fueled by Eco-Friendly Sales
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Hyundai Motor, South Korea's largest automaker, reported a slight increase in its first-quarter profit, fueled by strong demand for eco-friendly vehicles and advantageous currency fluctuations, the company revealed on Thursday. For the January- …
Indian FM says country seeking ‘early conclusion’ of trade agreement with US
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has emphasized the need to swiftly finalize a bilateral trade agreement with the United States, following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose new tariffs—including a 26% levy on Indian …
India retracts transshipment facility for Bangladesh due to tariff conflicts
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April 24, 2025
India has revoked the transshipment facility that allowed Bangladesh to use its land routes and ports for exporting goods to countries like Bhutan, Nepal, and Myanmar. The Indian Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs announced the policy change on …
India rebels following supposed ceasefire breach by Pakistan
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April 24, 2025
(MENAFN) The Indian Army stated on Wednesday that it had delivered a “controlled and calibrated” response after Pakistani forces allegedly violated the ceasefire agreement by crossing the Line of Control (LoC), the contested border dividing India and …