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Russia-Ukraine War: Serious Mistake To Presume That Russia Has No Red Lines Says Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has warned that it is a serious mistake to assume Russia has no red lines in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. His statement comes amid escalating tensions and highlights Russia's firm stance on its territorial and security concerns.

India Leads Global Growth In OECD Forecast

India emerges as a standout performer in the OECD economic outlook for 2024, with a projected GDP growth of 6.8 percent. This momentum is supported by strong public infrastructure spending and robust private consumption. Inflation is anticipated to align with the reserve bank of India's target by 2025. Watch in for more details!

Watch: Giant python with 'human-shaped' bulge spotted floating in Thai floodwaters

Heavy rainfall in Malaysia and southern Thailand has triggered severe flooding, resulting in widespread evacuations and multiple fatalities. Thailand’s Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation has reported 25 deaths related to the floods, with over 300,000 households affected by the disaster.

Cyclone Fengal: MHA approves release of $111.5 million as aid for Tamil Nadu

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the release of Rs 944.80 crore to Tamil Nadu as a central share from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to help the People affected by Cyclone 'Fengal', the MHA said in a statement on Friday.

Chinese Billionaire Exodus Reshapes Global Wealth Map

China faces a steep drop in its billionaire count... The turmoil in its property and financial markets has shaken up the global billionaire landscape...With ripple effects that go beyond just the ultra-wealthy.

Earthquake in California: How USGS's early warning system estimated a near-accurate magnitude

California was hit by a massive earthquake on Thursday, an event the state has tried to stay alert to for years. The magnitude of the quake was measured at 7.0, according to the National Tsunami Warning Center and the United States Geological Survey.

India’s Jaishankar hails Quad’s rise during Trump presidency, says alliance is 'most expansive' yet

The Quad is growing and its agenda makes it one of the "most expansive" inter-governmental frameworks, and the incoming Donald Trump administration is unlikely to reduce support for the coalition, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Friday.

Fed's Powell Puts Bitcoin and Gold in the Same Bracket

Federal reserve chair Jerome Powell bracketed gold and bitcoin as speculative assets. This has increased the raging global debate on gold vs bitcoin as assets with a store of value. Take a look at this next report for more...

Is Bitcoin Turning Into A Store Of Value Like Gold? | GRAVITAS | WION

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, speaking at the DealBook Summit, addressed common misconceptions surrounding Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). Powell dismissed the idea that Bitcoin undermines the Federal Reserve or the stability of the U.S. dollar. He emphasized that Bitcoin is neither widely used as a payment method nor a dependable store of value due to its extreme price volatility. Watch to know more!

Elon Musk spent over $250 million supporting Trump's presidential campaign

Billionaire Elon Musk spent a staggering $250 million on United States President-elect Donald Trump's campaign through donations, to make him win the 2024 US presidential election, according to new campaign finance reports.

South Korea ruling party chief asks Prez Yoon to suspend duties, says citizens in ‘great danger’

In what comes as the last straw for embattled South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, the country’s ruling party chief has asked him to "suspend his duties soon" following the martial law fiasco.

Singapore Benchmark on Track to Close Above Record Set in 2007

Singapore stocks are on track for a record high as newfound optimism around the state's banks boosts the entire market. Singapore banking stocks have been driving the recent surge. This is larged due to bets that lenders can keep making money even as interest rates are expected to go down.

Trump Names David Sacks As White House AI And Crypto Czar

Donald Trump announced the appointment of David Sacks, a venture investor from craft ventures, to the newly created role of artificial intelligence and crypto czar. This appointment demonstrates the President-Elect's commitment to bolstering two dynamic and rapidly growing industries. Watch in for more details!

Vinicius Jr to return from injury ahead of Real Madrid's Champions League clash, confirms Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said star forward Vinicius Junior will be back from injury quicker than expected to face Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Sobhita and Chay make first appearance after wedding, visit temple with Nagarjuna

The social media is currently filled with photos of newly-married couple Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala. Chay and Sobhita got married on December 4. Two days after their traditional Telugu wedding, the couple made their first public appearance on Friday (Dec 6).

German Business Confidence in China Dips to Historic Low

German business confidence in china has reached a historic low, with a recent survey revealing growing concerns over local competition, regulatory challenges, and a slowing economy. Let's take a closer look at the findings of this survey and what it means for German businesses in China.

Pakistan: Imran Khan's Ultimatum To Govt: Release Political Prisoners Or Face Protests

Imran Khan has issued a strong warning to the Pakistani government, threatening civil disobedience unless his key demands are addressed. The former Prime Minister's statement has intensified the political crisis in the country, fueling tensions between his party and the government.

US House Hearing with Secret Service Erupts into Screaming Match

A US House hearing involving the Secret Service turned chaotic as lawmakers engaged in a heated screaming match, overshadowing the intended discussions. The tense exchange raised concerns about the state of political discourse and the conduct of official hearings in the U.S.

Own Party Wants South Korean President Out | GRAVITAS | WION | World News

#Gravitas South Korea’s President, Yoon Suk Yeol may be impeached by the National Assembly on Saturday. And the call for his ouster is not just coming from the opposition but also from within his own party.