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Drone strike causes fire outside nuclear power plant in UAE; no impact on radiation safety levels

Abu Dhabi: A fire was reported outside a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following a drone strike, as Middle East continues to remain on edge due to the ongoing conflict between the United States (US) and Iran, said local authorities on Sunday. The blaze was reported on the perimeter of the Barakah nuclear power plant, which is situated in the Al Dhafra Region of Abu Dhabi. However, no injuries were reported and the fire did not have an impact on radiation safety levels, authorities said, adding that all precautionary measures are being taken. "The Federal Authority…

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PM Modi Sweden visit LIVE updates: Prime Minister departs for Sweden

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Gothenburg, Sweden, on Sunday as he begins the third leg of his six-nation Europe-West Asia tour, with a major focus on strengthening India’s ties with the Nordic nation in technology, clean energy, innovation and defence cooperation. During his two-day visit from May 17 to 18, PM Modi is expected to hold key bilateral talks with Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, interact with top Swedish industry leaders, and participate in discussions aimed at expanding investment and trade partnerships between the two countries. Gothenburg, Sweden’s leading port city and industrial hub, will…

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Explosion at Israeli Defence facility leads to massive fireball and smoke cloud, firm reacts | WATCH

New Delhi: A massive fireball erupted following an explosion near an Israeli Defence facility near the Jerusalem-area city of Beit Shemesh on Saturday night, media reports stated. The visuals of the blast went viral on social media, with some users speculating a possible sabotage.  As per a report in the Times of Israel, the blast occurred near a testing ground, which belongs to the state-owned Tomer defence company. The company brushed aside any speculations of sabotage or external involvement, stating that it was a 'pre-planned experiment' carried out as per the schedule. Residents hear large explosion sound The explosion led…

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‘Targeting commercial shipping, impeding navigation in Hormuz unacceptable’: India’s UN envoy

New Delhi: India's Permanent Representative at the United Nations, Parvathaneni Harish, highlighted India's strategy to address the ongoing energy and fertiliser crisis triggered by the conflict in West Asia, emphasising the importance of both short-term and long-term measures supported by international cooperation. Harish said he took part in the special meeting of the United Nations Economic and Social Council on protecting energy and supply chains. He stressed that a balanced approach involving immediate relief measures, structural reforms, and global coordination would be crucial to dealing with the crisis. He also reiterated India’s concerns over maritime security and freedom of navigation…

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‘Calm before the storm’: Trump shares cryptic post amid reports of possible fresh strikes on Iran

Washington: US President Donald Trump shared a cryptic post on his Truth Social platform amid growing speculation that the United States could resume military strikes against Iran. The image, which appeared to be AI-generated, showed Trump pointing toward the camera while standing before warships sailing through rough seas. Several vessels in the graphic carried Iranian flags, alongside the caption: "It was the calm before the storm." The graphic also featured a US Navy admiral standing beside Trump against a backdrop of stormy waters and military vessels, including one displaying the flag of Iran.  (Image Source : SCREENSHOT )Trump's Truth Social…

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‘Netherlands among India’s top five investors’: PM Modi, Dutch counterpart hold key talks; MoUs signed

The Hague (Netherlands): Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday that Netherlands remains among the top five investors of India, while highlighting that the people-to-people ties between the two nations are extremely deep.  Interacting with his Dutch counterpart Rob Jetten during a bilateral meeting, the prime minister also spoke about the shared values between India and the Netherlands, while adding that the relationship between the two nations has grown exponentially in the past 10 years.  "Today, we are taking that relationship between India and the Netherlands a step further with the announcement of our strategic partnership, a great milestone building…

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US weighs relaunching strikes on Iran under new name after Trump’s China visit: Reports

Washington: As President Donald Trump wrapped up his China visit, the United States (US) is considering launching fresh strikes on Iran if diplomacy fails to pave the way for peace in the Middle East. For this, Trump's top aides have also prepared plans for resumption of strikes under a new name. Citing officials, The New York Times reported that the US and Israel have launched their preparations for fresh military strikes. These preparations are likely the largest since the conflict in the Middle East started on February 28. However, Trump is yet to take the final call in this regard.…

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Vladimir Putin to visit China and meet Xi Jinping on May 19-20

New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China on May 19 and 20 for an official visit at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Moscow confirmed on Saturday. The visit is expected to focus on strengthening political, economic and strategic cooperation between the two countries amid rising global tensions. During the two-day trip, Putin and Xi are likely to hold detailed discussions on bilateral relations, regional security and international developments. The Russian President is also scheduled to meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang as part of the high-level engagements in Beijing. Visit comes days after Trump’s China trip …

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PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Netherlands: ‘The Hague is living symbol of Indian friendship’

The Hague (Netherlands): PM Modi on Saturday addressed the Indian diaspora in Netherlands and said it seems like The Hague has become a living symbol of Indian friendship. “Netherlands: Addressing a community event in The Hague, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Seeing so much love and enthusiasm, I forgot for a moment that I am in the Netherlands, and it felt like I was attending a festival in India only... It seems like The Hague has become a living symbol of Indian friendship..." Netherlands leadership always praised Indian diaspora: PM Modi PM Modi says, "Whenever I had a conversation with…

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Five Italians killed in Maldives during cave scuba dive, rescue efforts on

New Delhi: Five Italian divers lost their lives during a deep-sea cave exploration in the Maldives, marking what authorities are calling the country’s worst diving tragedy in recent years. The group disappeared during a scuba expedition near the Vaavu Atoll on Thursday after descending nearly 50 metres below the surface to explore underwater caves. Officials said the divers never resurfaced after the morning dive, triggering a massive search and rescue operation involving coast guard teams, aircraft and specialised divers. So far, only one body has been recovered, while the remaining four are believed to still be trapped inside the underwater…

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