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Archaeologists uncover 7000-year-old Prehistoric Settlement in Serbia

May 3, 2024

Archaeologists have recently discovered a 7000-year-old pre-historic settlement near the Tamiš River in northeastern Serbia. The settlement is believed to date back to the late Neolithic period and spans roughly 11-13 hectares, surrounded by four to six ditches. The researchers ..

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United States: Proposed Reclassification of Marijuana by the DEA

May 3, 2024

On May 3, 2024, the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) initiated a proposal to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug. This proposal, backed by the Justice Department, aligns with President Joe Biden’s directive to the US Department of Health ..

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What is Blood Minerals Controversy Around Apple?

May 1, 2024

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has accused U.S. tech giant Apple of using “blood minerals” sourced from the country’s war-torn eastern region in its products. In letter addressed to Apple CEO Tim Cook, lawyers representing the DRC alleged that ..

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India’s $61.5M Grant for Development of KKS Port, Sri Lanka

May 1, 2024

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved the renovation of the Kankesanthurai Port (KKS Port) in the Northern Province, with India agreeing to grant the entire estimated cost of the project, amounting to USD 61.5 million. The decision highlights India’s commitment ..

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IMF Approves $1.1 Billion Loan Tranche to Pakistan

April 30, 2024

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the immediate release of the final $1.1 billion tranche of a $3 billion bailout to Pakistan. This decision comes as Pakistan struggles to overcome one of the worst economic crises in its history, ..

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India and UK held meeting on Electric Propulsion for Navy

April 29, 2024

India and the United Kingdom are engaged in discussions on sharing technical expertise and experience in maritime electric propulsion systems to meet the future requirements of Indian warships. The two countries are also exploring a training agreement to enhance cooperation ..

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China’s Share in India’s Industrial Goods Imports Rises

April 29, 2024

Over the last 15 years, China’s share in India’s imports of industrial goods has increased  from 21% to 30%, according to a report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). This growth in imports from China has outpaced India’s overall ..

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Dubai Approves World’s Largest Airport Terminal

April 29, 2024

Recently, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), announced the approval of a new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport. The project, estimated to cost 128 billion ..

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WHO’s New Global Malaria Strategy for 2030

April 29, 2024

The World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled an ambitious new operational strategy to accelerate progress against malaria and achieve the disease elimination targets outlined in the Global Technical Strategy for Malaria 2016-2030. What is global status of Malaria? Malaria remains a ..

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WHO Amendments to International Health Regulations (2005)

April 29, 2024

Recently, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that its member states were close to agreeing on a package of amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005) aimed at better preparing the world for future public health emergencies. About International Health ..

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