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August 10, 2024 7:49 AM

Venezuelan President Maduro orders 10-day ban on X amid Election dispute

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has signed a resolution to block access to the social media platform X in the country for 10 days. The announcement comes after President Maduro and platform's owner, Elon Musk exchanged accusations over Venezuela’s disputed presidential election held on 28th o...

August 9, 2024 3:22 PM

US, Egypt, Qatar call on Israel and Hamas to resume Gaza ceasefire talks

The United States, Egypt, and Qatar called on Israel and Hamas to resume talks to de-escalate the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The three countries have issued a joint statement in this regard. They emphasized the importance of finding a peaceful solution to the crisis and urged both parties to prioriti...

August 9, 2024 3:17 PM

Nepal: HoR Committee unanimously approves Transitional Justice Amendment Bill

In Nepal, the  Law, Justice and Human Rights Committee of the House of Representatives has unanimously approved the report on the Transitional Justice Amendment Bill. The bill addresses human rights violations (including coercion, sexual violence, deliberate killings, disappearances and torture), c...

August 9, 2024 3:17 PM

Israel on High Alert Amid Rising Tensions in West Asia

Israel is on high alert as tensions in West Asia reach a critical point, with concerns about potential attacks from Iran and Hezbollah. The Israeli government has advised citizens to stock up on food and water in fortified safe rooms. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the country's readin...

August 9, 2024 2:04 PM

Trump and Harris to Face Off in Debate on September 10

U.S. Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will debate on September 10, as announced by ABC. Trump proposed additional debates on September 4 and 25, but Harris's campaign confirmed that only the September 10 debate is scheduled. Harris expressed anticipation for the debate on X, wh...

August 8, 2024 9:40 PM

Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus Sworn in as Bangladesh’s Interim Head    

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus was sworn in as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government. Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath to him at Bangabhaban in Dhaka this evening. Diplomats from various countries were present on the occasion.   Born on 28 June 1940, ...

August 8, 2024 9:22 PM

Japan Issues Megaquake Advisory After 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake

The Japanese Meteorological Agency has issued a megaquake advisory after a 7.1 magnitude quake rocked Japan, as part of the Nankai Trough Earthquake Extra Information protocol. It has also lifted all tsunami advisories. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the possibility of a mega earthquake is hig...

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