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Israel apologies for strike which killed 7 employees of World Central Kitchen in Gaza

Israeli chief of staff Herzi Halevi apologised on April 3 for the 'unintentional harm' to the members of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) in Gaza. Halevi said that the findings of the investigation will be shared with the World Central Kitchen and other international organisations. Watch the video to know more

US silent on arrest of Pakistan's opposition leaders while being vocal on Kejriwal's arrest

The U.S. State Department spokesperson, Matthew Miller, was asked about the U.S.' silence on the arrest of Pakistan's opposition leaders while being vocal on the arrest of AAP's Arvind Kejriwal. The spokesperson replied, saying that the U.S. wants Pakistan to treat everyone consistently with the rule of law. Watch the video to know more.

Blackstone bets for 'Made For India': Blackstone President | Moneycontrol Exclusive

Jonathan D. Gray, President and Chief Operating Officer of Blackstone, the world's leading alternative asset manager and India's largest corporate landlord talked about India's trajectory towards growth and its openness to foreign investments. He mentioned that Blackstone plans to diversify its investments in India, particularly focusing on areas such as infrastructure, digital growth, equity, and more.

Iran accuses Israel of bombing embassy in Syria | 3 senior commanders killed

Suspected Israeli warplanes bombed Iran's embassy in Syria on April 1 in a strike that Iran said killed seven of its military advisers, including three senior commanders, marking a major escalation in Israel's war with its regional adversaries Watch to know more!

In San Francisco’s 'Bring Your Big Wheel' event, adults ride kids’ tricycles

Dozens of daring adolescents and adults mounted up on children’s plastic tricycles to ride down a famous curvy road to mark the return of the annual Bring Your Own Big Wheel event in San Francisco, California on March 31, watch this video.

US Ambassador Eric Garcetti on Safety Of Indian Students In America & CAA | India Tour Highlights

US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, provides insight into his remarks on the CAA in India and addresses the concerning rise in attacks on Indian students in the US. Discover his firsthand experiences from his India tour, including memorable encounters with Bollywood icon Shahrukh Khan and discussions about cricket

Pope Francis Calls for Ceasefire in Gaza & Prayers for Peace Worldwide | Easter Message 2024

Pope Francis delivers a powerful Easter Sunday address, calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages. Amidst a backdrop of global conflicts, the pontiff's message resonates with urgency and compassion. Join us as we delve into his significant words and the impact on international affairs.

Crypto King Sam Bankman Fried’s rise and fall | From multibillionaire founder to 25-year jail time

Sam Bankman Fried man who was on pinnacle of success, leading a luxurious life in Bahamas, to a sudden downfall that led to a 25-year-old facing jail time. Sam, also known as 'SBF,' soared to the second spot on Forbes' Crypto Rich List, only to see it all come crashing down. Sam Bankman started FTX in 2019 and it grew into one of the leading exchanges for crypto derivatives. Watch.

Easter in Paris: Chocolatiers embrace sports theme inspired by 2024 Olympics

In select Parisian chocolate shops, the classic Easter chocolate eggs have undergone a whimsical transformation into sports-themed figures. With the approaching Olympic Games in mind, chocolatiers have crafted intricate pieces depicting egg-shaped track athletes, podiums, and medals. Ahead of the Easter holiday, shelves were adorned with these creative confections, reflecting the anticipation of the upcoming Games scheduled from July 26 to August 11 in Paris. At La Maison du Chocolat store, esteemed head chocolatier Nicolas Cloiseau has conceptualized a remarkable chocolate centerpiece weighing 7.6 kilograms. The centerpiece resembles a stopwatch frozen at 20.24 seconds, paying homage to the year of the Paris Olympics. It features three egg-shaped athletes engaged in a sack race around a cocoa bag-shaped racetrack, reminiscent of traditional French sack races in certain regions of the country.

Moscow attack: Russian artist Alyona Kazinskaya shares terrifying details of the incident

Alyona Kazinskaya, a Russian artist, and her friend purchased last-minute tickets to attend a concert by the Soviet-era rock band "Picnic" near Moscow on Friday night, March 22. Little did they know, they would become involved in the deadliest attack to occur within Russia in two decades.

World Court Orders Israel to Halt Gaza Famine | Israel-Palestine

In a landmark decision, the International Court of Justice has unanimously ruled that Israel must take immediate action to ensure essential food supplies reach the Palestinian population in Gaza and prevent the spread of famine. Aid agencies report that only a fraction of the necessary supplies are currently reaching the enclave, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis. The judges of the World Court emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating that famine is now a stark reality for the people of Gaza. Watch for more.

PM Modi interacts with Bill Gates | G20, AI, Renewable Energy & more

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with former Microsoft CEO Bill Gates at his residence in New Delhi. They discuss artificial intelligence, climate change, G20, digital payments and more. Watch!

Saudi Arabia to participate in Miss Universe event in a historic first

Saudi Arabia has achieved a significant milestone by officially entering the Miss Universe pageant this year for the first time. The global event is set to take place in Mexico on September 18. In an announcement shared on Instagram, 27-year-old Rumy Alqahtani revealed her participation as the Kingdom’s first-ever contestant in the international beauty pageant. “I am honored to participate in the Miss Universe 2024 competition. This marks the first participation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Miss Universe pageant,” the Riyadh-born model and content creator wrote in her post. Watch here for more details -

Amul set to make US debut with fresh milk | Four variants to be made available within a week, says MD Jayen Mehta

Amul fresh milk will be available in the US for the first time as the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation is set to launch four variants of milk in the US market within a week. The milk co-operative hopes to cater to the Indian diaspora and Asian population in the country. But which states will it be available in? And what will it be priced at? Watch here for more details

Federal Authorities raided properties of Rapper P Diddy aka Sean Combs accused of sexual misconduct

Federal authorities raided two of Sean Combs aka Puff Daddy’s properties in Miami and Los Angeles -- and amid allegations of sexual misconduct. A lawyer for Combs said the raids, paired with “advanced, coordinated media presence” at the properties seemed more of a witch hunt. There are at least four civil complaints in recent months leveling sexual assault allegations against Combs

Florida signs a bill restricting minors from using social media | Bill could face legal challenges

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on March 26 signed a bill that bans children aged under 14 from social media platforms and requires 14 and 15-year-olds to get parental consent. The state's Republican-led legislature passed a bill in February that would have banned children under 16 from social media entirely. DeSantis, had vetoed that bill earlier this month

Why Brazil’s Ex Prez Jair Bolsonaro Is Getting Probed For Sleeping At Hungarian Embassy

Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro stayed for two nights at the Hungarian embassy in Brasilia, just days after federal police confiscated his passport and arrested two former aides on suspicion of plotting a coup after he lost the 2022 presidential election. There is speculation from his opponents who alleged that Brazil’s former president may have been attempting to evade arrest. Watch for more!

Baltimore Bridge Collapse: What Happened? | Biden Praises Indian Crew For Timely Alert

US President Joe Biden lauded the 22-member Indian crew aboard the freighter Dali for their prompt ‘Mayday’ distress call, credited with saving many lives during the ship's collision with the Baltimore bridge. The president also lauded the local authorities for their prompt action.

Alibaba group to scrap Hong Kong IPO plans of its logistics unit Cainiao

The Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group said it's offering up to $3.75 billion to buy out the 36 percent stake it does not already own in Cainiao. Group Chairman Joe Tsai said there was "significant long-term opportunity" in building out a global logistics network, saying the firm had decided to double down on the business. Watch for more details

USS Somerset excels in joint drill with Indian Navy | Tiger Triumph

During Exercise Tiger Triumph, the Indian Army, US Marines, and US Army National Guard come together for joint sub-conventional operations training. The USS Somerset, a San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ship, arrives in Visakhapatnam as part of this exercise. The ship's decks are adorned with memorabilia from Flight 93, including a dedicated passageway leading to the Memorial Room. The crew of the USS Somerset expressed their gratitude for the joint exercise and their memorable visit to Visakhapatnam on March 23. Aircraft Pilot Ashley Ambuehl highlighted the ship's capacity to transport numerous military vehicles. Named in honor of the lives lost on 9/11, Somerset is one of three San Antonio-class amphibious transport dock ships.

Baltimore's Key Bridge In US Collapses After A Ship Crash | 20 People Feared Missing | US News

The 1.6-mile (2.57 km) long Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, collapsed in the early hours of March 26 after a container ship hit it, local emergency services. The Baltimore City Fire Department described the collapse as a mass-casualty incident, and said workers were searching for 20 people in the river. Watch for more

Moscow Concert Hall Attack | Putin Claims Suspects Attempted Escape to Ukraine | Zelenskyy Denies

The suburban Moscow music hall, where gunmen attacked concertgoers, lay in ruins on Saturday, with the death toll surpassing 130 and four suspects arrested by Russian authorities. President Vladimir Putin claimed they were apprehended while attempting to flee to Ukraine. Kyiv vehemently denied any involvement in the assault on Friday at the Crocus City Hall music venue in Krasnogorsk, while the Islamic State group's Afghanistan affiliate claimed responsibility. Putin, in his address to the nation, made no mention of IS, prompting Kyiv to accuse him and other Russian politicians of falsely implicating Ukraine to drum up support for Russia's ongoing conflict in Ukraine, now in its third year. U.S. intelligence officials confirmed the IS affiliate's claim.

Islamic State attacks Russia | Moscow Concert Hall under attack | 11 suspects detained

Russia's FSB security service has apprehended 11 individuals allegedly linked to an attack at a Moscow rock concert, resulting in the deaths of at least 133 people. Among those detained are the four assailants directly involved in the shooting, as confirmed by the FSB on Saturday. Although the terror group ISIS has claimed responsibility for the attack, US officials have indicated no doubts regarding the credibility of the claim. However, Russian President Vladimir Putin has hinted at potential Ukrainian involvement. In a televised address, Putin condemned the attack as a "bloody, barbaric terrorist act," yet refrained from mentioning ISIS. Putin stated that the assailants were attempting to flee towards Ukraine, suggesting that arrangements had been made for them to cross the state border. The FSB reported detaining the gunmen in the Bryansk region, bordering Ukraine. The FSB alleges that the suspects were trying to escape to Ukraine and had "relevant contacts" there. However, Kyiv has vehemently denied any involvement in the attack.

Princess of Wales begins treatment for cancer diagnosis

In a video statement, Catherine reveals that following her abdominal surgery in January, cancer was unexpectedly discovered in subsequent tests. As advised by her medical team, she commenced a course of preventative chemotherapy, currently in its early stages since late February. The palace has decided not to disclose any additional private medical details, including the specific type of cancer.

Live: US Fed Chair Jerome Powell on FOMC meeting outcome | Interest rates unchanged

US Federal Chairman Jerome Powell announces interest rate decision. Federal Reserve officials maintained their outlook for three quarter-point rate cuts this year but forecast fewer cuts than before in 2025 following a recent uptick in inflation. Officials decided unanimously to leave the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 5.25% to 5.5%, the highest since 2001, for a fifth straight meeting. Policymakers signalled they remain on track to cut rates this year for the first time since March 2020, but they now see just three reductions in 2025, down from four forecasts in December, based on the median projection. “The committee judges that the risks to achieving its employment and inflation goals are moving into better balance,” said the central bank’s policy-making Federal Open Market Committee.

Bank of Japan raises interest rates to 0% to 0.1% from -0.1% for the 1st time in 17 years

The Bank Of Japan heralded a new era as it shifted away from years of ultra-easy monetary policy. It raised its short-term interest rates to around 0% to 0.1% from -0.1%. The Central bank also abandons yield-curve control policy, though it pledged to continue its purchases of Japanese government bonds as before. The Japanese yen weakened to as much as 149.92 against the greenback, while the Nikkei stock index swung between gains and losses following the BOJ decision.

Apple in talks with Google to power Gemini AI into iPhones

Tech giants Google and Apple are reportedly in talks to integrate Google's AI engine Gemini into the iPhone. Apple plans to enhance its upcoming software update with new AI capabilities but seeks a partner for generative AI features like image creation and essay writing. Negotiations are ongoing, with a potential deal unlikely to be announced before Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference in June. Additionally, Apple has explored collaboration with Microsoft-backed OpenAI for its AI model. This partnership could reshape AI integration in smartphones, potentially revolutionizing user experiences and capabilities. Watch.

Chinese state-run media says SpaceX program exposes US’ double standards | World News

Chinese military and state-run media accused the United States of threatening global security, days after a Reuters report which found Elon Musk's SpaceX was building hundreds of spy satellites for a U.S. intelligence agency. A social media account run by the People's Liberation Army or PLA said the SpaceX program exposed U.S. "shamelessness and double standards".

The Money-Happiness paradox: Rich UK struggles while Sri Lanka thrives | Mental health survey reveals

Feeling down? You're not alone, especially if you live in the UK. A recent survey ranks the UK second-worst globally for mental health. But wait, there's a silver lining! The happiest country might surprise you. This video dives into the surprising results of the "Mental State of the World" report, exploring why the UK struggles and what we can learn from toppers like Sri Lanka. Watch to know more.

Who is On And off the ballot in Russia's Presidential Election? Putin completes 20 years in power

Expected to secure another six-year term, incumbent Vladimir Putin, aged 71, holds control over all facets of the state machinery. Despite being criticized by Kremlin opponents as an authoritarian figure, Putin is anticipated to win by a wide margin, supported by a majority of Russians who see him as a resolute leader capable of confronting what they perceive as Western interference and expansionism. Domestic opinion polls suggest over 75% readiness among Russians to vote for Putin. A former KGB lieutenant colonel, Putin assumed the role of acting president on the final day of 1999 under Boris Yeltsin's tenure. He served two consecutive four-year terms from 2000 to 2008 before transitioning to the role of prime minister from 2008 to 2012. Returning to the presidency in 2012 under the extension of presidential terms to six years, Putin secured another term in 2018. Amendments to the constitution in 2020 now allow him to potentially remain in power until 2036, with the option of two additional six-year terms starting from 2024.

Romanian court approves extradition of Andrew Tate to UK

A Romanian court has approved a request from Britain to extradite internet personality Andrew Tate but postponed doing so until Romanian trial proceedings finish. Watch for more details!

Are EVs environment friendly? | What do the reports suggest?

Are EVs worse for the environment? Reports indicate that electric vehicles (EVs) may have a harmful environmental impact due to their average weight being 30% higher than that of petrol-powered vehicles. This increased weight accelerates the wear and tear of brakes and tyre treads, leading to the emission of small, frequently harmful particles into the atmosphere. Watch this video as Moneycontrol’s Sahil Jain explores the details.

PM Modi averted a possible 'nuclear crisis' between Russia-Ukraine | US confirms

Due to the Russia-Ukraine dispute, the world came dangerously near to a nuclear crisis in late 2022, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other international leaders' public outreach helped avert a catastrophe. Watch to know what exactly happened.

Dr Jaishankar shares his mantra to avoid ‘Dirty comments' in politics | EAM's South Korea visit

On March 5, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar spoke to the Indian diaspora in South Korea, discussing his approach to political discourse. He shared how he avoids using offensive language in politics, even if many other politicians sometimes use disturbing language. Watch!

Ex-US President Donald Trump sweeps Super Tuesday polls | Significance of ‘Super Tuesday’ | USA news

Super Tuesday is almost always the first Tuesday in March. Democrats and Republicans vote on who they want to run for president and other offices. And then once those votes are tallied, delegates are awarded. Watch this video to know all about Super Tuesday and why it matters.

France is the world’s first country to make abortion a constitutional right | Vatican opposes the move

France has passed a law to include the right to abortion in its constitution, making it the first country to do so. The move has been welcomed by women's rights groups but has come in for criticism from anti-abortion groups

Jay Shetty Controversy | Did Indian origin self help Guru build his empire on lies?

Jay Shetty, the Indian-origin self-help coach & British podcaster is facing allegations of plagiarism and fabricating details about his life. A Guardian report says that the author of the bestseller Think Like A Monk has been cagey about his past life and misrepresented the narrative about his spiritual awakening during his college days. So, what is the controversy & did Shetty lie for the business? Watch to find out.

SpaceX launches its eighth long-duration crew to orbit for NASA

A SpaceX rocket lifted off from Florida carrying a crew of three US astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut on their way to the International Space Station (ISS) to begin a six-month science mission in Earth orbit. The two-stage Falcon 9 rocket topped with an autonomously operated Crew Dragon capsule dubbed Endeavor was launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center along Florida's Atlantic coast, at 10:53 p.m. EST. Over 200 science experiments and technology demonstrations will take place during Crew-8's mission of approximately six months in space. Watch this video to find out more.

Meet Shehbaz Sharif, Pakistan’s newly elected prime minister | Which challenges await him?

A month after elections, Pakistan's the newly parliament picked Shehbaz Sharif as the country’s prime minister for a second time. Chosen as the consensus candidate of PML-N and Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), Sharif secured 201 votes, surpassing the 169 needed in the 336-member Parliament. So who is he? Watch to find out

‘Will continue attacking British ships’, Houthi rebels warn UK after Rubymar sinks

Houthis rebels said they will continue to attack British ships. The UK-owned cargo ship Rubymar was sunk by an anti-ship ballistic missile fired by Houthi militants on February 18. The Houthi militants' continuous attacks on international commercial shipping, citing solidarity with Palestinians against Israel's actions in Gaza, have prompted retaliation from the U.S. and Britain. Since mid-November, drones and missiles launched by the Houthis have targeted shipping in the Red Sea. The retaliatory strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen began in January. The situation underscores the ongoing conflict dynamics in the region, raising concerns about maritime security.

‘A real positive’, Here’s what Bill Gates discussed with Warren Buffet about India

Here’s what Warren Buffet and Bill Gates discussed about India!

What does Bill Gates think about PM Modi's vision for India?

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Thursday said that the strength of India in terms of economic growth and innovation is “very exciting.”

Israel-Palestine | Over 25,000 women and children killed by Israel, says Pentagon Chief

During a congressional hearing on February 29, United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin claimed that Israel has caused the deaths of over 25,000 women and children since October 7, emphasising the need for better protection of civilians. Austin also noted that Israel has received around 21,000 precision-guided munitions since the beginning of its Gaza conflict. Recent reports from Gaza health authorities suggest that over 100 Palestinians were shot dead by Israeli forces while awaiting aid delivery, though Israel attributed the deaths to overcrowding around aid trucks.

Google’s Gemini called out for being racist | Is Gemini ‘woke’? | Sundar Pichai responds

Google’s Gemini called out for being racist. Is Gemini ‘woke’? Google CEO Sundar Pichai responded in an internal e-mail and promised that Gemini will roll out after a clear set of actions. Gemini was Google’s answer to Microsoft’s Chatgpt, and Gemini can generate images based on text prompts. On Social Media, citizens were seen sharing images of Gemini’s image generated and called it ‘Ultrawoke’. The controversy revolves around the tool supplying pictures depicting genders and ethnicities that are historically inconsistent, such as portraying World War II soldiers and America's founding fathers featuring women and individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds that diverge from reality. Will Gemini’s new roll-out make up for the inaccuracies that the software has made so far? And will it be able to give tough competition to Microsoft’s Chatgpt? Watch this video to know more.

Apple scraps plans to develop self-driving electric car | What was ‘Project Titan’ all about?

After working on it for 10 years, Apple has decided to cancel its plans to build electric vehicles (EV) just when China’s Xiaomi showcased its Su7 at the mobile world congress in Barcelona. What was reportedly known as the Special Projects Group as part of its chief executive Tim Cook's Project Titan, will not see the light of day even though apple has never publicly acknowledged the project. One person happy with the decision is rival EV maker, Tesla CEO Elon Musk who reacted to a post about this development with a a salute emoticon and a cigarette.

Farmers' protest in Europe and set fire to tyres and demand fair trade practices in Europe

Farmers across Europe took to the streets on Monday, staging protests that included blocking a border crossing between Poland and Germany, confronting police with bottles in Brussels, and gathering in Madrid. They're voicing grievances over cheap supermarket prices and what they perceive as unfair competition from abroad. Meanwhile, EU agricultural ministers convened in Brussels to address the sector's crisis, promising to streamline regulations and provide assistance to farmers. Responding to the demonstrations, the EU has relaxed certain aspects of its Green Deal policies, notably removing emission reduction targets for agriculture by 2040. Nevertheless, farmers continue to demand more comprehensive solutions to their plight. Why have they been actively protesting in the EU? Watch this video to know more

'Navalny Was Killed Because…' Ally Makes Big Claims Against Putin

Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny was close to being freed in a prisoner swap at the time of his death, Maria Pevchikh, a Navalny ally, said on Monday (February 26), repeating her allegation that President Vladimir Putin had him killed. Speaking on YouTube, Pevchikh said talks about exchanging Navalny and two unnamed U.S. nationals for Vadim Krasikov, a Russian FSB security service hit man in jail in Germany, were in their final stages at the time of his death. Watch to know more.

19-year-old Max Dehning becomes youngest man to throw 90m | German winter throwing championships 2024

Germany’s 19-year-old Max Dehning made heads turn by becoming the youngest man to breach the coveted 90m mark in javelin. The German teenager achieved the feat at the Winter Throwing Championships in Halle on Feb 25. Watch to know more!

Russia-Ukraine War | 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed since Russia’s Invasion: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on February 25, that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers were killed in action in the two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. The Ukrainian leader refused to disclose the number of troops that were wounded. It is the first time that Kyiv has confirmed the number of its losses since Moscow started the full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. However, Zelenskyy’s tally differs sharply from what the New York Times reported in August 2023, when it cited US officials as saying that close to 70,000 Ukrainian soldiers had been killed. The same report said, that as many as 120,000 Russian troops had died during the war. To know more watch this video

Balakot airstrike on Pakistan | Pulwama Attack: How Indian Air Force carried out operation Bandar

The afternoon of February 14, 2019, shocked the nation. Forty CRPF paramilitary troopers were killed in one of the deadliest terror attacks witnessed in three decades of Kashmir's insurgency. As the country was reeling with the loss of its bravehearts, India decided to retaliate! Around 12 days after the terror attack, in the wee hours of February 26, IAF aircrafts sneaked onto Pakistani soil and wreaked havoc on the terror camps. Watch the story of Operation Bandar & how the Indian Air Force carried out the airstrike on Pakistan’s balakot