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India is upcoming superpower with a lot of talent, says DG Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Eden Bar Tal, Director General of Israel's Ministry, praised India. He called India an upcoming superpower with excellent human resources. Israel aims to strengthen ties with India. They want to collaborate with the Indian government and businesses. Reuven Azar highlighted Israel's water management technologies shared with India. Both nations share perspectives on opportunities and threats.
AI researchers lured with high salaries are leaving Meta, quoting Mark Zuckerberg’s own advice on their way out
Meta’s ambitious Superintelligence Labs (MSL), launched by Mark Zuckerberg to rival AI leaders, is already facing turbulence just months in. Despite offering salaries in the hundreds of millions, the lab has seen high-profile exits, including researchers Avi Verma, Ethan Knight, and Rishabh Agarwal, who cited shifting priorities and leadership issues. Many are returning to OpenAI, highlighting that top AI talent values mission and influence over money. The defections cast doubt on Meta’s ability to sustain its AI moonshot.
Why has Indonesia erupted in violent protests? The real story behind the massive protests
Indonesia has erupted in violent protests after outrage over lawmakers’ perks and the death of a young delivery driver triggered nationwide unrest. From Jakarta to Papua, clashes, arson, and mass arrests are exposing deep anger over inequality, lost jobs, and political privilege.
What is the ‘Wile E. Coyote Moment’ that Nobel laureate Paul Krugman is warning about?
Nobel Laureates Paul Krugman and Robert Shiller are warning about stock market risks. In his recent Substack post, Krugman explained that markets often appear stable and optimistic, even when underlying risks are accumulating. He likened this to the cartoon character who, after running off a cliff, remains suspended in mid-air until he realizes there's no ground beneath him.
The rebel army behind one of the world’s major rare earth supplies
Myanmar, a key rare earths supplier to China, faces disruption as rebel forces seize control of mines. This complicates Beijing's position, forcing it to support both the junta and the rebels for resource access. The situation highlights environmental damage from mining and raises concerns for global supply chains.
USA and allies rehearse down under for a war with China
Exercise Talisman Sabre 2025, a massive military drill involving over 40,000 personnel from 19 nations, concluded in Australia, sending a strong deterrence message. The exercise focused on interoperability and rehearsing conventional conflict scenarios against a fictitious adversary, Olvana, mirroring China.
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Bitcoin tanks after Trump slaps 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea — traders fear global economic fallout
Bitcoin took a sudden hit, dropping $860 to trade around $107,970, after Donald Trump slapped new 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea. This unexpected move spooked global markets, triggering a wave of sell-offs in crypto. Traders quickly shifted to safer assets, worried that more trade pressure could drag Bitcoin even lower. Experts say this tariff shock could shake Bitcoin’s momentum in the short term. But if the dollar weakens, Bitcoin might bounce back stronger.
Trump’s immigration surprise: These industries will get a temporary pass for foreign workers
Donald Trump is considering a plan to grant temporary passes to undocumented immigrants in agriculture and hospitality, allowing them to work and pay taxes. This potential shift aims to address labor shortages in key sectors, particularly farming, where long-term workers are being removed. However, Homeland Security maintains a hardline stance, emphasizing continued enforcement against illegal employment networks and violent criminals.
Global leaders react to US strikes on Iran with calls for diplomacy
US airstrikes on Iran have heightened worries about a larger Middle East conflict. Iraq, Saudi Arabia and Qatar are among nations urging de-escalation. The UN is gravely alarmed. European Union wants restraint. Hamas and Houthis condemned the US action. China questions the US approach. Japan is concerned about energy stability. Australia calls for diplomacy to end the conflict.
Gulf monarchs on edge as Trump’s unpredictability could leave them exposed if war with Iran breaks out
Gulf monarchies fear Trump’s Iran plan as Donald Trump weighs possible strikes on Iran, raising fears across the Gulf. Countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar worry they’ll be caught in the crossfire if war breaks out. They’re walking a tightrope—balancing ties with the U.S. while staying close to Iran to avoid becoming targets. These Arab states host key American bases, and if Iran retaliates, their oil exports and cities could be at risk. With the region on edge, Gulf leaders are urgently pushing for diplomacy, ceasefires, and talks to prevent another devastating conflict in the Middle East.
Israel's attacks on Iran hint at a bigger goal: Regime change
Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran. The attack aimed to disrupt Iran's nuclear program. Israel targeted nuclear facilities, missile factories, and military figures. Benjamin Netanyahu appealed to the Iranian people. He hinted at regime change. Experts are skeptical about Israel's ability to eliminate Iran's nuclear program alone. The US administration has not indicated it seeks regime change.
Nuclear leak in Iran? Israeli attack on Tehran's nuke sites fuels global anxiety
Following an Israeli attack on its nuclear facilities, Iran acknowledged damages at the Natanz site, but reported no casualties or contamination. Iran condemned the attack, blaming the IAEA's Director for shortcomings and vowing revenge. Amid rising tensions and international alarm, the IAEA called for restraint, while talks are set to continue in Oman.
Donald Trump threatens to suspend 'all talks' with China, issues 24-hour ultimatum to reverse 34% tariff hike
With the deadline looming, all eyes are on China’s response. If Beijing fails to comply, the world could witness another escalation in the trade war, potentially impacting international commerce and economic stability.
Are we already in World War III? Here are the signs and they are alarming
A CSIS report warns of Russia’s covert attacks on Western infrastructure and alliances. Explore implications for Canada, cyber threats, and global stability amid Ukraine war tensions.
Gadkari opposes the idea of same-sex marriages, live-in relationships; warns they could 'destabilise society'
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari voiced opposition to live-in relationships and same-sex marriage, citing potential societal destabilization. He warned that legalizing same-sex marriage could lead to accepting other practices like polygamy. Gadkari stressed the importance of traditional marriage and child-rearing for societal balance, referencing concerns raised by UK leaders about the rise of live-in relationships in Europe.
In his final days in office, U.S president Joe Biden has new problem in hand; here's what it is
In the final days of Joe Biden’s presidency, Syria faces a new upheaval as Turkish-backed rebels and jihadist groups push into Assad-controlled territories.
Will Donald Trump sack Fed Chair Jerome Powell before his term ends? Elon Musk and allies of the President-elect are backing the idea
In a recent development it has been known that Tesla CEO Elon Musk has eventually placed a controversial opinion to US President- elect Donald Trump due to which current Fed Chair Jerome Powell might get sacked before his term ends and the Wall Street is not really happy regarding the idea.
Western power is at risk and there could be a World War 3, says JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon
Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan, has issued a grave warning about the risks facing the Western-led global order, suggesting escalating conflicts could spark a World War III.
Kamala Harris will kill the stock market if she is elected as U.S President, says Mark Cuban
Billionaire Mark Cuban, a known Democrat, has asserted that U.S. Vice-President and Presidential candidate Kamala Harris' plan to impose taxes on unrealized capital gains will "kill the stock market." Cuban said this in an interview to CNBC.
Modi good not just for India but for entire South Asia: Pakistani-American businessman
Pakistani American businessman Sajid Tarar praises Prime Minister Narendra Modi for ensuring stability in India and South Asia, emphasizing Modi's leadership as crucial for the region's future. Tarar hopes for improved India-Pakistan relations under Modi's leadership, highlighting the need for strong leadership in both countries to address political and economic challenges.
Janet Yellen says US set to tighten sanctions on Iran soon
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Tuesday of further sanctions targeting Iran following its unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend, saying she expects Washington will take added action "in the coming days." "I fully expect that we will take additional sanctions action against Iran in the coming days," she said as this week's spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank began in Washington.
Gurpatwant Singh Pannun now threatens to disrupt 'Indian Economic System' and attack BSE and NSE
The chief of banned Pro-Khalistan group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), Pannun, in a statement released on Monday, said that the economic infrastructure of India serves as the backbone for what he described as the "Modi regime's transnational repression." His strategy involves encouraging people to "Dump Indian Stock" and "Buy American Stocks" before the specified date.
Antony Blinken tells Wang Yi Chinese balloon 'unacceptable', warns China over material support to Russia
"The Secretary directly spoke to the unacceptable violation of US sovereignty and international law by the PRC high-altitude surveillance balloon in US territorial airspace, underscoring that this irresponsible act must never occur again," State Department Spokesperson Ned Price said.
US to boost Taiwan trade, conduct air, sea transits
Taiwan has accused China of using the visit by Pelosi, the highest-ranking elected American official to visit in decades, as an excuse to kickstart drills that Taipei called a rehearsal for invasion. China views Taiwan as its own territory to be seized one day, by force if necessary.
US: China's military activity around Taiwan threatens region
Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Austin noted a "steady increase in provocative and destabilizing military activity near Taiwan," including almost daily military flights near the island by the People's Republic of China.
US military allegedly promoting ISIS in Afghanistan
There are allegations that weapons are often transferred to the territory of Afghanistan by helicopters without identifying insignia.
India's decision to buy S-400 missile system will further destabilise region: Pakistan
The Foreign Office also claimed that following the May 1998 nuclear tests by both sides, Pakistan had proposed a Strategic Restraint Regime in the region, advocating against the acquisition of BMD systems due to their destabilizing effect.
Congress seeks to rally non-BJP parties to oppose President's rule in Arunachal
Stung by Modi government's recommendation to impose President's rule in party-ruled Arunachal Pradesh, Congress today sought to rally round all non-BJP Chief Ministers.
Mani Shankar Aiyar's remarks seditious, Sonia Gandhi should apologise: BJP
Aiyar over his controversial remarks in Pakistani media, BJP today called it "treason" and demanded an apology from Congress chief Sonia Gandhi.
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