WASHINGTON: In a masterclass of political stagecraft, U.S. President Donald Trump and New York City’s socialist Mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, buried a history of venomous insults on Friday to stage a surprisingly cordial summit at the White House. The televised Oval Office meeting saw the two polar opposites exude warmth and familiarity, finding common ground in […]
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JOHANNESBURG: In a striking act of defiance against the United States, G20 envoys agreed on a draft leaders’ declaration in Johannesburg on Friday, forging ahead with the summit’s agenda despite a high-profile boycott by the Trump administration . The move, which the White House immediately labeled “shameful,” underscores a significant diplomatic rift between Washington and […]
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NEW DELHI/JOHANNESBURG: On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a significant meeting with the leadership of Naspers, a global internet and technology powerhouse, to discuss bolstering investment in India’s rapidly expanding high-tech sectors. The productive discussion with Naspers Chairman Mr. Koos Bekker and Group CEO Mr. Fabricio Bloisi took place on the sidelines of the […]
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New Delhi/Johannesburg: Following a dynamic first day of economic and diaspora engagements, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to join world leaders on Saturday for the main sessions of the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit. The day’s agenda is packed with high-level discussions centered on the theme “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainability,” as leaders tackle the world’s […]
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Guwahati: Team India and South Africa arrived at the Barshapara Cricket Stadium on Saturday for the second Test of the ongoing series. Tight security arrangements were put in place across the stadium premises and both teams were welcomed with formal reception upon arrival. With India coming off a strong performance in the opening match, excitement […]
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MUMBAI: Star Indian cricketer and World Cup winner Smriti Mandhana celebrated her haldi ceremony on Friday in a joyous and colorful event, surrounded by her family, friends, and several teammates from the national cricket team. The celebration marks the beginning of the final festivities ahead of her much-anticipated wedding to music composer and filmmaker Palash […]
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PERTH, Australia: England secured a valuable 40-run first-innings lead before Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc produced a moment of magic to strike in the opening over of the second innings, continuing a chaotic and fast-moving first Ashes Test on Saturday. After a breathtaking first day that saw 19 wickets fall, the drama continued on the […]
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GUWAHATI: South Africa won the toss and elected to bat first against an Indian side led by new captain Rishabh Pant, making a steady start to the first day of the second and final Test on Saturday. The match marks a major milestone for the city of Guwahati, which is hosting its first-ever Test at […]
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Guwahati: A crucial dropped catch by KL Rahul has given South Africa’s Aiden Markram an early reprieve, allowing the tourists to navigate a testing opening session on Day 1 of the second Test against India. After electing to bat first in Guwahati’s historic inaugural Test match, South Africa reached 30/0 after 12 overs, surviving a […]
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Leh: The Centre is giving utmost priority to the development of border areas in Ladakh for preservation of its cultural heritage and strengthening of India’s strategic frontiers, Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta said on Thursday. “The Government of India, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is giving utmost priority to the development of […]
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