For centuries, gold has captivated humanity. A symbol of wealth, power, and beauty, it has fueled empires and ignited exploration. But this landscape is shifting. China has emerged as the leading producer and consumer of gold.

Gravitas: China emerges as top gold producer & consumer

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The ancient practice of yoga, which began in India, has become a global phenomenon. On June 21, 2024, millions of people celebrate International Yoga Day, a global celebration of the art of healthy living. Today (June 21), India and the world will celebrate the 10th International Day of Yoga. Leading the celebrations in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold a yog session at Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) in Jammu and Kashmir’s Srinagar.

International Yoga Day 2024: How India is connecting the world through Yoga

During a state visit to Vietnam Russian President Vladimir Putin said he wanted to build a reliable security architecture in the Asia-Pacific region. Watch in for more details!

Putin's visit to Vietnam: Russian President Putin seeks new 'security architecture' for Asia

Roundup of global developments in the field of technology: Tencent pulls hit mobile game 'dungeon & fighter' from major android app stores. According to a study undertaken by venture capital firm Accel, the United Kingdom has the most generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) startup companies in Europe and Israel. Watch in for more details!

UK home to highest number of GenAI startups in Europe, says Report

Mark Rutte, the outgoing prime minister of the Netherlands, will succeed Jens Stoltenberg as the next secretary general of NATO, as agreed upon by all 32 nations of the alliance. Watch in for more details!

Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte set to replace Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Chief

US and South Korean air forces held air drills over South Korea as tensions in the Korean Peninsula continue to escalate. Watch in for more details!

US and South Korean air forces hold joint drills

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reached New Delhi today on a two-day state visit to India. Sheikh Hasina is the first foreign leader to make a bilateral state visit to India since the new Modi government took office after the Lok Sabha elections.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina arrives in New Delhi, many pacts on cooperation to be inked

Russia, Vietnam agree to strengthen ties during Putin's visit

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow has been mulling changes to its nuclear doctrine. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin says NATO creating security threat for Russia in Asia

New tensions have emerged this week between US President Joe Biden's Administration and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the Israeli premier's criticism of US withholding weapon deliveries. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: US Pier reattached to Gaza coast, aid deliveries resume

In the middle of war, massacre, humanitarian crisis, and inflation – Eid al adha celebrations in West Asia were muted and came with mixed emotions, as Palestinians in gaza continue to suffer.

Gaza crisis, inflation dampen Eid festivities across West Asia

The Lebanon-Israel border is on the boil. Hezbollah’s leader has warned Israeli forces against an escalation it its strongest message yet -- but officials say the IDF has approved plans for a Lebanon offensive. Is an all-out war between the two sides on the horizon?

Hezbollah releases surveillance video of Israel, is full-blown war coming?

Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte to be next NATO chief

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Netanyahu says 'will not leave Gaza' until all hostages returned

The condition of Palestinians in Gaza remains dire. Israeli soldiers continue their military onslaught in the enclave, as the global community watches in vain.

Israeli forces intensify Rafah invasion, death & hunger persist in Gaza

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The Punjab government has banned protests and public gatherings in the province. The ban comes in the wake of the Opposition - PTI - as it plans to carry out nationwide protest demanding the release of the leader Imran Khan.

Pakistan: Punjab govt bans protests, public gatherings; ban in response to nationwide PTI protests

Russian President Putin signs deal with Vietnam in bid to shore up ties in Asia

Mark Rutte set to be NATO's next secretary-general

Russia-Ukraine war: Putin says sending killer weapons to Ukraine will be a big mistake

US AC-130J & South Korean KF-16 jet fighters conduct live drills

The Hunger Games actor Donald Sutherland has dies at the age of 88 after long illness. Watch the video to know more.

Hollywood's shining star Donald Sutherland dies at 88

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