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Press releases published on April 24, 2025

Moscow invites India’s Modi to Victory Day celebrations
(MENAFN) Moscow is anticipating the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an honored guest for the upcoming Victory Day celebrations on May 9, marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in World War II. Russian …

Gaza People Voice Hopes for Peace Amid Ongoing Mediation Efforts
(MENAFN) As diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza ramp up, many Palestinians are cautiously hopeful that the ongoing mediation will lead to lasting peace and offer relief to their war-torn communities. Mohammed Abu Hajar, a 50-year-old …

India Urges its Citizens to Return from Pakistan
(MENAFN) India on Thursday urged its nationals residing in Pakistan to come back home “at the earliest.” This announcement followed India's unilateral decision to put on hold a long-standing agreement with Pakistan regarding the sharing of river resources, …

Mayor of Philippine Town Dies During Election Rally
(MENAFN) Unidentified assailants shot and killed Joel Ruma, the mayor of Cagayan, a town and province in the Philippines, during an election rally, based on a report from a state news agency on Thursday. Ruma was fatally shot at approximately 9:30 p.m. on …

DRC Government, AFC/M23 Rebels Eye Truce Following Doha Talks
(MENAFN) The Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC/M23), which includes the M23 rebel group, has committed to working toward a ceasefire with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) government following peace talks mediated by Qatar in Doha, according to a joint …

Pakistan Warns India Over Water Flow Conflict
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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
(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 …