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Press releases published on April 28, 2025
Media reports India plans on launching base for nuclear subs
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) India is set to inaugurate a new naval base for nuclear submarines and warships on its southeast coast next year, as reported by the Times of India. Located near the village of Rambilli, about 50 kilometers south of Visakhapatnam, this strategic …
Palestinian Envoy at ICJ: Israel’s Genocidal Campaign Targets Humanitarians
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) The Palestinian representative to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Monday accused Israel of intentionally targeting humanitarian organizations and waging a "genocidal campaign" against Palestinians in Gaza. Ammar Hijazi, Palestine’s …
Widespread Power Outage Impacts Spain, Portugal
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, around midday, a large-scale power outage struck both Spain and Portugal, with the reasons for the disruption still undetermined. Based on a Spanish newspaper, significant disruptions to travel have been ongoing, affecting airports, …
Vance takes trip to India amid tariff turbulence
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) US Vice President J.D. Vance is set to visit New Delhi next week as both the US and India work to address ongoing tariff issues and expedite a trade deal before the higher tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on US trade partners, including …
India advices Bangladesh to ‘avoid rhetoric’ that damages relations
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the chief adviser of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus, have emphasized the importance of "constructive" cooperation in their first bilateral meeting since the change of government in Dhaka. …
Russian finance minister warns about budget
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has warned that the country may face budgetary difficulties due to falling oil revenues and global economic instability. During a recent meeting, Siluanov advocated for boosting fiscal reserves and revising …
US Strikes Kill Many at Migrant Shelter in Yemen
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Nearly 68 people were murdered, as well as 47 others wounded in airstrikes carried out by the United States on a shelter for African migrants in the northern Saada province of Yemen, based on the Houthi party. The incident was reported on Monday, …
Police Arrests Suspect After Vancouver Car Attack
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A man has been arrested and charged with murder after deliberately driving his vehicle into a crowd at a street festival in Vancouver, Canada, which was celebrating Filipino culture. The tragic incident resulted in the deaths of 11 people, and …
Ukrainian Premier Discusses Aid, Minerals Deal with US
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Ukrainian Premier Denys Shmyhal clarified that previous aid provided by the United States to Ukraine will not be part of the minerals agreement being negotiated between Kyiv and Washington. "Agreements have been reached that the document does not …
Google opponent declares willingness to snap up Chrome
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Yahoo is prepared to acquire Google’s popular web browser, Chrome, if a US federal court orders Google to divest from it due to anti-monopoly concerns, according to Bloomberg. Brian Provost, the general manager for Yahoo Search, testified at …
Trump Eyes Renewed Diplomatic Approach with North Korea
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Sources indicate that the team advising the US President Donald Trump is exploring a renewed diplomatic approach towards North Korea, drawing parallels to the engagement strategy employed during his initial time in office. Trump made history by …
Russian, US Diplomats Report Progress in Ukrainian Settlement
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and the United States have announced advancements in resolving the Ukrainian conflict, emphasizing the development of conditions that are vital for beginning negotiations aimed at securing a dependable route to lasting peace. The Russian …
Russia’s Kalashnikov wants to enlarge gun supplies to Indian law enforcement
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A joint venture between Russia and India has bid for a contract to supply Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles to the police in Kerala, a southern state in India, according to a statement from Russian arms exporter Rosoboronexport. Indo-Russian …
Major Power Cut Disrupts Spain, Portugal
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) A major power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Monday around midday, with the cause still unclear. According to reports, the blackout has caused significant travel disruptions, affecting airports, trains, metro systems, and traffic lights. …
California’s economy reaches Japan
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) California's economy has surpassed Japan's to become the fourth-largest in the world, according to a recent announcement from Governor Gavin Newsom’s office. The state's nominal GDP reached $4.1 trillion in 2024, outpacing Japan's $4.02 trillion, …
New Delhi exposes efforts to limit representation at UN Security Council
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) India has urged for significant reforms to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), emphasizing the need to reflect the current geopolitical landscape and improve representation from underrepresented regions. Speaking at a meeting of the …
ICJ Begins Public Hearings on Israel's Obligations in Occupied Territories
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Public hearings commenced on Monday at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague to review Israel's responsibilities concerning its actions in the occupied Palestinian territories. The hearings aim to address a request for an advisory …
Modi opens India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially opened the Pamban Bridge on Sunday, marking the launch of India’s first vertical-lift sea bridge. The bridge, which spans 2 kilometers across the Palk Strait, links the island town of Rameswaram to …
India passes contentious law that regulates traditional Islamic trusts
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) India's parliament has passed a contentious law that regulates traditional Islamic trusts, known as waqf, despite concerns it may undermine property rights for the Muslim community. A waqf is a charitable endowment under Islamic law, where a …
Jeep Falls into Ravine in Pakistan, Leaving Four Dead, Seven Injured
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April 28, 2025
(MENAFN) At least four individuals were killed and seven others sustained injuries when a jeep veered off course and fell into a deep ravine in Pakistan’s northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province on Monday, according to officials. The tragic incident unfolded …