The India-Iran Chabahar Port agreement was just signed. Soon, the agreement attracted a warning from the U.S. The U.S. issued a warning of potential risk of sanctions to anyone considering business deals with Iran.

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Tensions have escalated in the contested waters of the South China Sea between Beijing and Manila yet again. Watch in for more details!

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An Indian personnel working with the United Nations lost his life in Gaza after his vehicle was targeted in an attack in Rafah, making it the “first international" casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Watch in for more details!

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The Awami Action Committe (AAC) on Tuesday called off the protests in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) after Pakistan government accepted the charter of demands. Watch in for more details!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin will make a 2-day state visit to China this week on 16-17 May. This will be Putin's second visit to Beijing in seven months. This visit comes before he resumes office in his fifth-term as President of Russia.

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv on an unannounced visit. aBlinken met with Zelensky and reaffirmed U.S' support for Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.

Blinken in Ukraine tells Zelensky that US military aid 'now on its way'

The Russia Ukraine war is now witnessing a fresh wave of escalation and in show of support with Ukraine the US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken arrived in Kyiv on Tuesday in an unannounced trip. Watch in for more details!

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China's representative in the United Kingdom slammed the arrest of three individuals on allegations of spying for the Hong Kong intelligence service. Watch in for more details!

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“A series of attacks by Sudanese paramilitary forces in the western region of Darfur raise the possibility of “genocide” against non-Arab ethnic communities,” Human Rights Watch (HRW) said. Watch in for more details!

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Hours after India and Iran signed a 10-year contract to develop and operate the port of Chabahar in Iran, the United States has now issued a warning. The US said that anyone considering business deals with Tehran needs to be aware of the potential risk of sanctions. Watch in for more details!

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Since the 2016 Paris agreement, where nations pledged to curb climate change, a troubling reality has emerged. A new report reveals a stark gap between promises and actions. Watch in for more details!

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Watch top headlines of the hour: - PM Modi files nomination from Varanasi - Putin to visit China on May 16 - US to ban Russian Nuclear reactor fuel - US doubts Israel can achieve 'total victory' - US flip-flop over Chabahar port - Mumbai hoarding had no clearance

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US President Joe Biden has issued an order blocking a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining firm from owning land near the Wyoming nuclear missile base. Watch in for more details!

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One of the year's first major wildfires in Canada are closing in on the British Columbia town of fort nelson, as thousands of people across the nation are forced to flee advancing blazes. Watch in for more details!

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The jury selection has begun in the corruption trial of New Jersey Senator Robert Menendez Menendez is facing 16 criminal charges which include bribery, fraud obstruction and acting as a foreign agent. Watch in for more details!

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Rivers in south brazil are rising as flood rescue efforts continue. At least 147 people have been killed and more than 800 injured in the deluge. While rescuers are searching for 127 people reported missing...

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The war in Gaza has resulted in a lot of casualties. Civilians, aid workers, Israeli soldiers or even Hamas militants all of them have become a target in the war. An Indian personnel working with the United Nations lost his life in Gaza after his vehicle was targeted in an attack in Rafah, making it the “first international" casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Israeli forces press Gaza offensive from North & South

This story puts the spotlight on India's General Elections. Delhi, as a key contributor to the Indian economy, plays a big role in India's political landscape. This next report decodes why Delhi is key for political parties seeking a term in office.

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<p>Bill Gates' former wife, Melinda French Gates, said on Monday that she would step down as co-chair of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation effective next month.</p>

<p>In a statement on X, French Gates stated that the time was now for women's rights to be safeguarded and advanced globally.</p>

<p>"After careful thought and reflection, I have decided to resign from my role as co-chair of the Bill &amp; Melinda Gates Foundation. My last day of work at the foundation will be June 7th," her statement read.</p>

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<p>She added, "This is not a decision I came to lightly. I am immensely proud of the foundation that Bill and I built together and of the extraordinary work it is doing to address inequities around the world. I care deeply about the foundation team, our partners around the world, and everyone who is touched by its work."</p>

<p>She stated that her departure and the Gates' earlier divorce arrangement would provide her with "an additional $12.5 billion to commit to my work on behalf of women and families". Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates got divorced in May 2021.</p>

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<p>Bill Gates in a separate statement said, “I am sorry to see Melinda leave, but I am sure she will have a huge impact in her future philanthropic work.”</p>

<p>"I want to thank Melinda for her critical contributions to the Foundation from its very beginning. As a co-founder and co-chair Melinda has been instrumental in shaping our strategies and initiatives, significantly impacting global health and gender equality," he wrote on X.</p>

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<p>He added that he will stay completely dedicated to the Foundation's work across all initiatives, as well as to seizing chances to continue improving the lives of millions of people throughout the world.</p>

<p>Many wished her the best for her future endeavors under her post on X.&nbsp;"Melinda, this is so exciting. Thanks for everything you’ve already done, &nbsp;and I can’t wait to see all you do next. Onward!" former US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton wrote on X.&nbsp;</p>

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Bill Gates' former wife, Melinda French Gates, said on Monday that she would step down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation effective next month. In a statement on X, French Gates stated that the time was now for women's rights to be safeguarded and advanced globally.

Bill Gates' former wife, Melinda French Gates, said on Monday that she would step down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation effective next month. In a statement on X, French Gates stated that the time was now for women's rights to be safeguarded and advanced globally. "After careful thought and reflection, I have decided to resign from my role as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. My last day of work at the foundation will be June 7th," her statement read. pic.twitter.com/JYIovjNYKo — Melinda French Gates (@melindagates) May 13, 2024 × She added, "This is not a decision I came to lightly. I am immensely proud of the foundation that Bill and I built together and of the extraordinary work it is doing to address inequities around the world. I care deeply about the foundation team, our partners around the world, and everyone who is touched by its work." She stated that her departure and the Gates' earlier divorce arrangement would provide her with "an additional $12.5 billion to commit to my work on behalf of women and families". Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates got divorced in May 2021. Also read: Bill Gates meets PM Modi in India, talks about AI for 'public good' and 'innovation' Bill Gates in a separate statement said, “I am sorry to see Melinda leave, but I am sure she will have a huge impact in her future philanthropic work.” "I want to thank Melinda for her critical contributions to the Foundation from its very beginning. As a co-founder and co-chair Melinda has been instrumental in shaping our strategies and initiatives, significantly impacting global health and gender equality," he wrote on X. I want to thank Melinda for her critical contributions to the Foundation from its very beginning. As a co-founder and co-chair Melinda has been instrumental in shaping our strategies and initiatives, significantly impacting global health and gender equality. Looking ahead, I… https://t.co/ZEU4D2q76v — Bill Gates (@BillGates) May 13, 2024 × He added that he will stay completely dedicated to the Foundation's work across all initiatives, as well as to seizing chances to continue improving the lives of millions of people throughout the world. Many wished her the best for her future endeavors under her post on X. "Melinda, this is so exciting. Thanks for everything you’ve already done, and I can’t wait to see all you do next. Onward!" former US Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton wrote on X. "Thank you, Melinda! Can not wait for the next brilliant chapter!!" E. Jean Carroll wrote on X.

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Pakistan Occupied Kashmir is on the edge. Protests have broken out. Cars are being set on fire, policemen are being chased, beaten up and shot. Protesters have turned towns into battlegrounds. In a first, rangers have been deployed in PoK. Activists want India to intervene.

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