P. M Modi, addressing the nation from the red fort on the occasion of the 75th year of India's independence, said that the country was entering a crucial stage in its war against corruption, nepotism, and misogyny, among others. He also said these practices are not only prevalent in the political realm but also existed in other societal institutions and public life and, though it's challenging to combat them, the country would do so. In his speech, which was his ninth consecutive speech from the Red Fort, the P.M said the completion of 75 years of independence was a historic time for the c
World leaders such as US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated Indians on the 75th year of India's independence on Monday, as they promised to further boost bilateral ties with the largest democracy in the world, which has made exemplary achievements. President Biden looked back on Mahatma Gandhi's "enduring message of truth and non-violence" to honor 75 years of India's freedom. Biden bought to light the fact that this year, the US and India celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations. He vowed that the democracies of both countries would continue to stand sid
On Monday, Kenya's electoral commission chairman declared Deputy President William Ruto as the winner of the country's close presidential race in an announcement that could presage a court challenge. A decision was made against Raila Odinga, who ran over five times. With his appeal to struggling Kenyans' economic concerns instead of their ethnic loyalties, the candidate shook up the East African nation's politics. In last Tuesday's election, Ruto won 50.5% compared to Odinga's nearly 49%. The “opaque nature” of the final steps, without giving details, was not acceptable to four of t
On Monday, a Dornier maritime surveillance aircraft was handed over by India to the Sri Lankan Navy to further boost bilateral defense cooperation between the two nations. The Indian envoy said that mutual understanding, mutual trust, and a cooperative approach enhance security between India and Sri Lanka. There was a handover ceremony arranged for the same, which was attended by Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe. At the Sri Lanka Airforce base in Katunayake adjacent to the Colombo international airport, Vice Admiral S N Ghormade, the Vice Chief of the Indian Navy, was accomp
Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador intends to propose to the UN the creation of a commission, consisting of three world leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to promote a five-year world truce, according to MSN. Among the members of the top commission should be Pope Francis, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to the Mexican President. As a result of the commission, wars around the world could be stopped and an agreement was reached to seek a five-year truce. At the press conference, Obrador said, "I will make t
On Sunday, thousands of people gathered in Bogota to witness the swearing-in of Colombia's first leftist president, Gustavo Petro. An ex-guerrilla and one-time mayor, the 62-year-old former leader will replace the deeply unpopular Ivan Duque, with plans for profound reforms in a nation plagued by economic inequality and drug violence. Colombia, long run by a conservative elite, joined a growing leftist movement in Latin America after Petro's hard-fought victory in June. Petro addressed the crowd gathering in Bogota’s Bolivar Square, “I swear to God and promise the people that I will
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in South Africa as part of his three-nation tour of Africa. He visited a museum in South Africa, remembering how the country's Black youths helped to end white racist rule. Blinken’s visit to Africa is seen as part of a contest between Russia and top western countries for support from African countries over the war in Ukraine. His trip to Africa comes after recent visits by Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and French President Emmanuel Macron. South Africa is one among the other African countries that have maintained a neutral attit
The US and Australia are among six countries that have evinced interest in India’s Tejas aircraft. The other countries, according to Minister of State for Defence Ajay Bhatt, are Indonesia, the Philippines, Argentina, and Egypt. Malaysia has already finalized the jet under its acquisition program, as per the government reports. Tejas, manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL), is a versatile fighter aircraft that runs on a single engine and can work in dangerous air environments. In February 2021, the defense ministry signed a Rs 48,000 crore deal with HAL for the purchase
On Tuesday (Aug 9), the 57th anniversary of Singapore's independence, the Padang will be gazetted as the nation's 75th national monument. According to Culture, Community, and Youth Minister Edwin Tong, even though the site lacks physical structures, the open space holds many of our nation's memories. He explained that Singaporeans can continue to use the site as a social and community space by protecting it from alteration or change. Taking place in the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings next to the Padang, Mr. Tong was speaking at the National Gallery Singapore. Listed as a n
India has welcomed a US Navy ship for repairs and maintenance for the first time. Charles Drew, a US naval ship, arrived yesterday at L&T's Katupalli Shipyard in Ennore, near Chennai for repairs and maintenance. As far as we know, this is the first time a US Navy ship has been repaired in an Indian shipyard. There will be repairs on various areas of the USNS Charles Drew for 11 days at the Kattupalli shipyard. Indian shipyards have demonstrated their capabilities on the global market for ship repairs in this event. Using advanced maritime technology platforms, Indian shipyards provide