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Afghan Trade Suffers In Early 2025, Drops Sharply In April

Afghanistan saw a sharp drop in foreign trade at the start of its new fiscal year, with both exports and imports falling significantly in april 2025

Germany ends remonstration process, scraps visa appeals from July 1

Germany is set to eliminate its visa remonstration process globally starting july 1, 2025 A move expected to significantly streamline visa issuance for international travelers, particularly students and skilled professionals.

'Metal clouds': Scientists detect unusual anomaly in Earth’s upper atmosphere caused by solar superstorm
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A study that was published in Geophysical Research Letters by scientists from Kyushu University focusses on these little-understood patches of ionised material that form between 90 and 120 kilometres above sea level.

Jyoti Malhotra's police remand extended for four days to investigate links of spying for Pakistan

YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, who is being probed on charges of spying for Pakistan, was presented in court.

India Emerges At Top Equity Bet | Tracking India's Growing Economic Affluence

India has been one of the best-performing equity markets in recent weeks, further cementing its position as a top investment destination in the Asia pacific region. According to the latest fund manager survey by BOFA securities, india has emerged as the most preferred market among regional fund managers, outpacing japan and china in investor sentiment.

Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim ready to quit without payoff if board loses trust after Europa League defeat to Spurs

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has insisted he will quit without a payoff if the board no longer trusts him. Speaking on Wednesday (May 21) after United’s 1-0 defeat to Spurs in the Europa League final.

Street Fighter: Jason Momoa is rumoured to be in talks to play this role in upcoming live-action movie

Jason Momoa may be following up the success of the Minecraft movie with another video game adaptation. This time he is reportedly in talks to play Blanka in the upcoming live-action Street Fighter movie

India-Pakistan Economy: Investors Bet On India While Pak Begs For Loans

As global fund managers increasingly favor Indian equities, Pakistan's economic struggles present a stark contrast, reinforcing India's rising status as the region’s economic front-runner.

Operation Sindoor: SC grants interim bail to Ashoka University professor, flags ‘dog whistling’

The Supreme Court granted interim bail to Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad, while criticizing his social media post on Operation Sindoor as “dog whistling.” The case has sparked debate over free speech and academic expression.

Elon Musk is back to oval office for Trump's showdown with South African President

White Afrikan descent billionaire Elon Musk seem intently poised about the showdown with the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Oval Office.

'Horrible DC killings': Trump slams shooting of Israeli diplomats, blames antisemitism | International reactions pour in

Referring to the shooting as "horrible DC killings", Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that "hatred and radicalism have no place in USA".

RBI says India remains resilient as global trade landscape shifts

Business & Economy: RBI's bulletin comes at a time when New Delhi is navigating shifting global trade currents — from a critical tariff truce with the US to the successful conclusion of a landmark free trade agreement with the United Kingdom.

Earthquake of magnitude 6.0 jolts Greece

An earthquake of magnitude 6.0 jolts Greece. The quake has triggered a tsunami evaluation for the country, reports German Research Center for Geosciences.

Morning news brief: Pak declares Indian embassy official 'persona non grata'; US accepts Qatari jet for Trump, and more

Begin your day with WION's morning news brief, delivering the latest global updates and important headlines to keep you informed and ready for the day ahead.

Donald Trump Unveils $175 Billion 'Golden Dome' Missile Shield For U.S. Defence

US President Donald Trump has announced a $175 billion missile defense initiative dubbed the 'Golden Dome', aimed at protecting the U.S. from potential aerial and nuclear threats. The plan echoes Israel's Iron Dome concept and signals a major defense upgrade.

SEBI chief calls for transparent disclosure framework to address conflict of interest

Pandey, who took charge amid lingering questions surrounding Buch’s leadership, acknowledged that the SEBI leadership under Buch had failed to meet even “minimal expectations” in terms of transparency and disclosure.

Two Israeli embassy employees shot dead near Jewish museum in Washington — antisemitism suspected

Two Israeli embassy employees shot dead near Jewish museum in Washington — antisemitism suspected

IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians settle Playoff debate, but race for top-two heats up

The debate for the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) Playoffs was settled on Wednesday (May 21) after Mumbai Indians crushed Delhi Capitals by 59 runs at the Wankhede Stadium

BREAKING | Washington DC Shooting: Two killed in Capital Jewish museum shooting

A man and a woman were shot and killed near an FBI office in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night, the DC Fire and Emergency Medical...