In a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden asked for an immediate ceasefire. According to the White House Biden made it clear the need for Israel to implement concrete steps to address civilian harm and the safety of humanitarian Aid workers. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu warns of 'enormous implications' for US security

A ferry in the Gulf of Thailand caught fire causing panicked passengers to jump into the sea early on April 4, Thursday. All 108 individuals on the vessel, Ko Jaroen 2 survived according to media reports.

A ferry in the Gulf of Thailand caught fire causing panicked passengers to jump into the sea early on April 4, Thursday. All 108 individuals on the vessel, Ko Jaroen 2 survived according to media reports. The ferry runs from Surat Thani province to the popular tourist island of Koh Tao which is 60 miles (100 kilometers) off the coast. The ferry was near its destination when the flames engulfed it at around 7:00 AM. There were 11 crew members and 97 passengers aboard the ferry. Some passengers suffered minor injuries and faced health issues due to smoke inhalation. According to Kritphet Chaichuai, the head of the Marine Department, the local emergency services first received reports of the fire at 6.40 AM local time. Also read: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse: Why 20 Indians will stay on board DALI ship till ‘investigation is over’ One passenger, Maitree Promjampa told AP, “We could barely get the life vests in time. It was chaotic. People were weeping … I also teared up.” A ferry with nearly 100 people on board caught fire in Thailand. Eyewitnesses say that there were ‘tourists’ from Ukraine. Details: A fire broke out on the Ko Jaroen vessel this morning; it started in the engine compartment. The ferry was between the islands of Tau and Koh… pic.twitter.com/K9UYQrgOhx — 𝕏𝕔hi𝘭𝘭iຖ໐iˢ (@chiIIum) April 4, 2024 × "Several boats came to their rescue about 20 minutes after they called for help, but the boats could not get close to the ferry for fear of explosions. So, people had to jump into the sea to be rescued," he added. "Everyone had to help themselves,” he further said. Also read: Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar visits Ho Chi Minh City The video of people hurrying out of the ferry’s cabin while putting on life vests, as thick black smoke swept across the ferry is making rounds of social media. According to the officials, the fire began in the engine and the cause is still not clear. The fire was ultimately brought under control at around 8:20 PM local time and the ferry did not sink.

Thailand: Ferry passengers jump into sea to save their life from fire on board

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised that no new taxes on middle-class Canadians will be introduced in the upcoming budget. However, he did not elaborate on whether the government will use other ways to increase tax revenue. Watch in for more details!

Canada's Trudeau: No hike in taxes on middle class in budget

The trade imbalance in the united states has grown for three consecutive months, as imports were worth more than exports in February. The trade deficit for goods and services increased by 1.9% in February from January to $68.9 billion. That marks the worst gap in nearly a year. Watch in for more details!

US back to a widening trade deficit on higher imports

In Zimbabwe, the new Central Bank Governor has a big task ahead of him: Restore the credibility of the institution. John Mu-Sha-Yavan-Hu, the ex-standard chartered banker's big moment arrives on friday, when he will present his first monetary policy statement.

Zimbabwe: New Central Bank head to present his first policy on Friday

The ongoing war against the Hamas has forced fast food giant McDonald's to tweak its business strategy in Israel. The fast food chain will buy 225 of its restaurants from Alonyal limited, which currently owns the franchise rights. Watch in for more details!

McDonald's to buy 225 restaurants from Israeli franchise

Watch in Top Headlines of the hour: - India's UPI creates a record - Israel to open new aid routes into Gaza - CIA Chief to visit Egypt this weekend: Reports - PM Modi sets ambitious economic goals - Pakistan to deport 67,000 Afghan migrants? - Pakistan to probe 'Anthrax' letters

India's UPI creates a record | Israel to open new aid routes into Gaza

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Moscow cannot be the target of Islamic fundamentalists. The statement comes after the Islamic State claimed responsibility for the March 22nd attack that claimed lives of 144 people. Watch in for more details!

Moscow Terror Attack | Russia can't be target for Islamic fundamentalists: President Putin

Israel war: Biden calls for ceasefire in Gaza during phone conversation with Netanyahu

Moscow Terror Attack: Putin says Moscow attack aimed at tampering Russia's unity

India's homegrown digital payments platform - the unified payments interface or UPI - continues its growth momentum. The platform registered record number of transactions and volume in the previous financial year, which ended on march 31. Watch to know more!

How UPI fared in 2023-24, transactions cross 100-billion mark

Reports say the U.S. may consider removing the Houthis from its terror list. The Houthis have not stopped attacking ships at the Red Sea, neither have they called off the war. What then explains the possible delisting of the group from the American terror list? Watch in for more details!

Red Sea Crisis: Will US take Houthis out of terror list?

Illegal fishing which is a pertinent issue across the globe threatens the Marine ecosystems and puts food security and Regional stability at risk. According to the UN food and agriculture organization every year illegal fishing leads to a loss of around $23 billion. Watch in for more details!

How AI and satellites help combat illegal fishing?

Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's third largest oil refinery on Tuesday about 1,300 km (800 miles) from the front lines, hitting a core unit which processes about 155,000 barrels of crude refining per day.

Russia-Ukraine war: Oil prices jump after Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries

India's UPI creates history in FY24, transactions cross 100 billion

Pakistan continues its crackdown on Afghan refugees, reports suggest. Islamabad is yet again planning to deport about 67,000 more Afghan migrants after Eid.

Pakistan to send 67,000 Afghan migrants after Eid-Al-Fitr; Pak rules out talks with TTP

An alliance opposed to Myanmar's military junta has reportedly targeted two military installations with a drone attack in the capital city of Naypyitaw. Watch in for more details!

Myanmar's Resistance Groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw, Army claims all drones shot down

In Syria, it's not the war that directly is impacting Ramadan celebration instead it's the pinching economic crisis that is keeping people from truly enjoying themselves on Islam's holiest month. Watch in for more details!

Syria: Many families forced to scale down Ramadan festivities, prices of essentials go up

Rescuers are looking for 18 people still missing after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck the islands mountaneous and scenic east coast a day after Taiwan was rocked by its most intense earthquake in 25 years.

Taiwan lashes out at China for thanking nations on its behalf over Taiwan earthquake

Panicked passengers jumped into the sea to escape a raging ferry fire in the Gulf of Thailand early on Thursday. Footage showed huge plumes of black smoke billowing from the ferry. Watch in.

Thailand: Passengers jump into the sea after ferry catches fire off Thailand coast

Punjab Kings Head Coach Trevor Bayliss believes that International Cricket is still the pinnacle of the sport. The 2019 ODI World Cup-winning coach says that the ICC has to find a way to balance International Cricket and franchise leagues.

Punjab Kings head coach Trevor Bayliss speaks on the future of the game

Myanmar's resistance groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw

Russia is one of the world's largest oil producers and Ukrainian drones have struck the heart of the industry. The attacks moved up a gear again this week, hitting larger facilities closer to Moscow including one of the largest in the country.

Ukraine needs long-term, robust support: NATO | Putin plans to launch a 'big attack'?

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Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu warns of 'enormous implications' for US security

Thailand: Ferry passengers jump into sea to save their life from fire on board

Canada's Trudeau: No hike in taxes on middle class in budget

US back to a widening trade deficit on higher imports

Zimbabwe: New Central Bank head to present his first policy on Friday

McDonald's to buy 225 restaurants from Israeli franchise

India's UPI creates a record | Israel to open new aid routes into Gaza

India's UPI creates a record | Israel to open new aid routes into Gaza

Moscow Terror Attack | Russia can't be target for Islamic fundamentalists: President Putin

Israel war: Biden calls for ceasefire in Gaza during phone conversation with Netanyahu

Moscow Terror Attack: Putin says Moscow attack aimed at tampering Russia's unity

How UPI fared in 2023-24, transactions cross 100-billion mark

Red Sea Crisis: Will US take Houthis out of terror list?

How AI and satellites help combat illegal fishing?

Russia-Ukraine war: Oil prices jump after Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries

India's UPI creates history in FY24, transactions cross 100 billion

Pakistan to send 67,000 Afghan migrants after Eid-Al-Fitr; Pak rules out talks with TTP

Myanmar's Resistance Groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw, Army claims all drones shot down

Syria: Many families forced to scale down Ramadan festivities, prices of essentials go up

Taiwan lashes out at China for thanking nations on its behalf over Taiwan earthquake

Thailand: Passengers jump into the sea after ferry catches fire off Thailand coast

Punjab Kings head coach Trevor Bayliss speaks on the future of the game

Myanmar's resistance groups launch drone attack on Naypyitaw

Ukraine needs long-term, robust support: NATO | Putin plans to launch a 'big attack'?