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Ind vs SA T20 Final: From President Murmu to Rahul Gandhi, leaders extend heartiest congratulations to "Men in Blue" for clinching ICC T20 2024 trophy
T20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: India's cricket team clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 in a thrilling victory against South Africa, ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought. Celebrations erupted nationwide, with President Draupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar lauding the team's resilience and outstanding performance. Key moments included Hardik Pandya's crucial final over and Suryakumar Yadav's exceptional catch. Leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Rajnath Singh praised the team’s determination, while industrialist Gautam Adani called the match "nail-biting." This historic win, achieved without losing a match, reaffirmed India's dominance in cricket.
Only 17% of targets to improve life around the world are likely to be reached by 2030, UN reports
Despite incremental progress in some areas, global sustainable development remains hindered by slow advancement and persistent challenges. Efforts in expanding technology access and renewable energy capacity show promise, but significant work is needed to address issues like gender equality and education to achieve the 2030 goals.
India a great power, needs to play bigger role as propagator of peace in world: Nobel panel dy leader
India, a great power, aims to be a propagator of peace globally. Asle Toje from the Nobel Peace Prize Committee emphasized India's future as the world's largest economy by 2050 at an event organized by Pahle India Foundation.
World leaders join Ukraine summit in test of Kyiv's diplomatic clout
More than 90 countries will take part, but China's absence in particular has dimmed hopes the summit would show Russia as globally isolated, while recent military reverses have put Kyiv on the back foot. The war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas has also diverted the world's attention from Ukraine.
World leaders to meet at Swiss resort on possible Ukraine peace roadmap, Russia is notably absent
Leaders from Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Kenya, and Somalia, alongside numerous Western heads of state and government, are set to convene at a conference this weekend to discuss the initial steps toward peace in Ukraine, with Russia notably absent. Hosted by Swiss officials, the conference will see over 50 heads of state and government, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as well as 100 delegations from European bodies and the United Nations.
Ukraine summit attracts world leaders but fails to isolate Russia
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris, French President Emmanuel Macron and the leaders of Germany, Italy, Britain, Canada and Japan are among those set to attend the June 15-16 meeting at the Swiss mountaintop resort of Buergenstock.
Indian Jain leader Lokesh Muni to establish world peace centre in US
Jain spiritual leader announces World Peace Center in New Jersey to promote global peace through peace ambassadors, mediation, and conflict resolution.
Shivraj Singh Chouhan praises PM-designate Modi ahead of swearing-in ceremony
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan expressed that it is a great privilege for India that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is being sworn in for the third time, foreseeing the country's development and global leadership under his leadership. Fellow BJP leader Narottam Mishra also hailed the occasion as joyous, criticizing opposition parties for questioning Modi's achievements.
I have not been invited to the swearing-in, so I'll be watching the India vs Pakistan match: Shashi Tharoor
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor mentioned that he had not been invited for Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony on June 9. He said that he had opted to watch the India vs Pakistan match instead. Tharoor approved of the tradition of inviting neighboring countries but highlighted the absence of an invitation to the Pakistan's prime minister. He also discussed Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's attendance, hoping for productive discussions during the event to address mutual interests.
Did world leaders ask Joe Biden to ensure Donald Trump's defeat in 2024 US Presidential Election? Here is what we know
In an interview, Biden said that many world leaders had communicated with him in private about the danger of Trump’s return to the presidency. They had urged him to defeat Trump in the elections.
Election Result 2024: Narendra Modi-led NDA wins world's largest elections, but there's a lot to brood over
Election Result 2024: The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is struggling to achieve the 400-seat target set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the 2024 Lok Sabha election. Falling short of the 272-seat majority mark, the BJP will need support from key allies like Chandrababu Naidu's TDP and Nitish Kumar's JD(U) to form the next government. Unemployment, inflation, inequality, farmers' protests, and concerns over a repressive government are major challenges for the new NDA coalition government.
"Badhaai Ho!": Israel, China, Italy, and other world leaders celebrate PM Modi's 2024 Lok Sabha victory
"China is ready to work with India to promote the healthy and stable development of relations between the two countries, in the fundamental interests of the two countries and peoples, with an eye to the big picture and a view to the future," foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning told a regular press conference.
The US can't be protectionist and world leader
US President Joe Biden's economic nationalism challenges the Pax Americana legacy. The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 symbolises a protectionist era leading to global conflict.
Agniveer scheme introduced to avoid pension to soldiers: Shashi Tharoor
Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticised the BJP-led Centre for the Agniveer scheme, claiming it is a short-term military recruitment scheme to avoid pensions for soldiers. Tharoor argued that the government sends young recruits to the borders after six months of training and leaves them unemployed after four years. He cited the scheme's potential to damage the Indian Army's reputation and the country's unstable borders.
Praggnanandhaa clinches first classical chess win over world No.1 Carlsen
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa claimed his first classical game victory over world number one Magnus Carlsen in the Norway Chess tournament. His win pushed Carlsen to fifth place. Praggnanandhaa's sister R Vaishali led the women's competition with 5.5 points.
Charting the Global Economy: New policies considered to be trade-restrictive hit a record in 2023
The world’s three dominant economies are entering a new, combative phase as the US increasingly uses trade weapons borrowed from China’s playbook.
Iranian Embassy in New Delhi lowers its flag to half-mast after death of President Raisi in chopper crash
The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has lowered its flag to half-mast following the tragic deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and other officials in a helicopter crash. The crash occurred in bad weather conditions in East Azarbaijan Province as the President was returning from a visit to Azerbaijan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed condolences, highlighting Raisi's contributions to the India-Iran relationship. World leaders also offered condolences, with former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Khansari expressing grief over the loss of his successor and President Raisi.
World leaders extend condolences over death of Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi
World leaders expressed condolences for Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and other officials who died in a helicopter crash. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif declared a day of mourning, while UAE's President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Qatar's Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani offered sympathy. Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif Khansari and Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani also extended solidarity. Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro hailed Raisi as a friend of Venezuela.
India leader in Green Energy Affordability, says MNRE Secretary
India's Renewable Energy Secretary Bhupinder Singh Bhalla underscored India's leadership in renewable energy affordability at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam. Bhalla emphasized India's efficient grid infrastructure for integrating renewable energy and assured the global industry of India's capability to scale production with adequate market demand and support. He highlighted that 43% of India's current installed electricity capacity comes from non-fossil fuels, with expectations to reach 50% by 2030, reflecting India's robust renewable energy strategy.
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