According to Bloomberg, the United States will receive privileged access to new investment projects in this sector, including the production of aluminum, graphite, oil and natural gas Read more
On International Labour Day, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge greeted workers and raised concerns about their struggles under the current government. He criticized the reduction in MNREGA funding, opposed the Labour Code for increasing working hours and easing worker dismissals, and highlighted the issue of unemployment and lack of income growth.
The BJP has criticized the Congress party regarding the inclusion of caste-based enumeration in the upcoming census, questioning their historical inaction. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan accused former PM Nehru of opposing caste-based reservations, leading to the discontinuation of caste census after 1931.
According to the US president, Washington is «going to make millions and billions of dollars, but it takes a little while»
Scott Bessent believes that the deal is «a signal to the Russian leadership.»
A total of 109 injured were taken to Gaza hospitals in the reported period
OCHA added that 65% of Gaza’s population has no access to drinking water
Gas prices at European hubs started to grow last fall, reaching $509 per 1,000 cubic meter in the first quarter of 2025
[SAnews.gov.za] Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana is expected to re-table the 2025 Budget Review on 21 May 2025.
[RFI] A national political forum in Mali has proposed making military leader Assimi Goïta the country's president, with a five-year renewable term starting in 2025.
Des toilettes dédiées à la communauté LGBT, plus précisément aux «non-genrés», ont été mises en place au lycée protestant Samuel Raapoto. Il s'agit d'un espace d'intimité conçu pour accueillir toutes les personnes, indépendamment de leur genre ou identité sexuelle. Une initiative inédite au fenua qui découle d'un projet de longue date aux fins de prévenir les risques d'agressions homophobes. Le petit coin n'attend plus que sa pancarte pour ouvrir.
[New Times] Multiple representatives of African countries and beyond met in Doha, Qatar to continue the discussions for bringing a solution to the eastern DR Congo crisis.
AMID GROWING concerns about challenges implementing the Data Protection Act 2020 among micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) has moved to educate the sector on the importance and...
Business journalism offers lucrative career opportunities for journalists willing to tackle financial topics many people find intimidating, says media executive, Kalilah Reynolds. “Many people are intimidated by financial news, but that’s exactly...
Work is progressing steadily on the construction of the new Spanish Town Hospital and the St Jago Health Centre in Spanish Town, St Catherine, with both projects moving ahead according to plan. During a tour of both sites yesterday, Minister of...
What began as a small idea born from a public health inspection quickly became a life-changing initiative for the residents of Thompson Town in St Andrew. The large-scale community clean-up project, which took place last week, was not only the...
Journalist Tucker Carlson has claimed that Ukraine was involved in a plan to kill US President Donald Trump Read Full Article at RT.com
Ukraine has agreed to “give up” territory to Russia, US President Donald Trump’s top negotiator said Read Full Article at RT.com
External affairs minister Jaishankar discussed the Pahalgam terrorist attack with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasising the need for justice against those responsible. Rubio conveyed condolences and reaffirmed US commitment to counter-terrorism cooperation with India. Tensions are escalating along the LoC with increased ceasefire violations, prompting India to consider retaliatory measures.
Tensions escalate as Pakistani forces violate ceasefire along the LoC for the seventh consecutive night, prompting a proportionate response from the Indian Army. Amidst this, the US attempts to de-escalate tensions following a terrorist attack. Meanwhile, Donald Trump downplays tariff impact, and a Karnataka bus driver faces probe for offering namaz during duty hours.
The Indian government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census has ignited political debate, with the BJP and opposition Congress both vying for credit. While Congress claims it as a victory for Rahul Gandhi's advocacy, the BJP highlights Congress's historical opposition to caste-based census. The move aims to gather data on caste distribution for informed policy-making.
Claims from opposition parties that losing political office holders won't weaken the government is «plain and simple» electioneering, said Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong. In a Facebook post on Wednesday (April 30), ESM Goh provided his take on the potential impact that losing ministers could have on the government, using the analogy of a football team. He wrote: «If four seasoned members of a football team's starting 11 are absent, will the team be weaker? According to the opposition, the answer is 'no'. Because you can use the reserves, they say.»
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver his first May Day Rally speech as Prime Minister on Thursday (May 1) at 10.15am. He will be speaking to an audience of about 1,600 labour movement leaders, tripartite partners and guests at D'Marquee in Downtown East. National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) secretary-general Ng Chee Meng, who is also PAP's candidate for Jalan Kayu SMC, will deliver an opening address at the annual rally. Members of the public can also watch the livestream on NTUC's YouTube channel. editor@asiaone.com
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong warned of turbulent times ahead for Singaporeans as US tariffs threaten to disrupt both economic and geopolitical relations in his May Day Rally speech on Thursday (May 1). In his first speech at the May Day Rally as prime minister, PM Wong addressed a crowd of over 1,600 union leaders, tripartite partners, and guests at Downtown East on Labour Day, which also coincides with the last day of campaigning for GE2025. «This year, we have a double celebration, May Day and SG60. And we have every reason to rejoice. Look at how far we've come in Singapore these last 60 years,» he said. «It wasn't always an easy road. We've had our ups and downs. But through it all, we stood together, we stood united.» He then pointed out the Singapore today is a testament to the dedication and resilience of workers in Singapore and unions.
A former Marxist, he edited Ramparts magazine before growing disillusioned by the left in the 1970s. He later influenced Trump officials and allies.
The 10-term congressman resigned as San Diego mayor in 2013 amid a torrent of sexual misconduct allegations.
In her first major speech since leaving the White House, Harris urged supporters to fight what she called Trump’s efforts to stoke fear and “punish truth tellers.”
Pakistani forces have engaged in unprovoked firing across the Line of Control for the seventh consecutive day, prompting a proportionate response from the Indian Army in Kupwara, Uri, and Akhnoor. This ceasefire violation occurred despite recent talks between the Directors General of Military Operations of both nations, where India warned Pakistan against such actions.
According to Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu, «European countries are encouraging Kiev» to act this way
The third round of dialogue between the United States and Iran ended on April 26 in Muscat
According to the movement military spokesman Yahya Saree, the armed forces conducted a drone operation in the Arab Sea
