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PM Modi conferred with Seychelles’ ‘Guardian of the Blue Horizon’ honour for environment conservation | Video | World

Victoria: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (June 28) was conferred the honorary 'Guardian of the Blue Horizon' title, Seychelles' highest distinction for leadership in environmental conservation and sustainable development. Seychelles President Patrick Herminie conferred the award to PM Modi.  This is his 34th international honour from a foreign nation. The award acknowledges PM Modi's long-standing push for sustainable growth and his green vision.   In a ceremony held at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base, PM Modi also handed over a 'Made in India' fast patrol vessel to the country's coast guard, reaffirming New Delhi's commitment to strengthening their maritime…

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In Seychelles, PM Modi pushes for India’s MAHASAGAR initiative, calls ‘Indian ocean a shared home’ | World

Victoria: Pushing for India's MAHASAGAR initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) remains a 'shared home', and its 'security, sustainability and prosperity' is every country's responsibility, while stressing that people-to-people ties remains the biggest strength of India-Seychelles relationship. In a joint press meet with Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie following a bilateral meeting, the prime minister said India wants an Indian ocean which paves the way for further increasing bilateral relationship and the economic ties. He said the Indian ocean should be an ocean of opportunities.  "We believe that Indian ocean is our…

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US releases footage of strikes on 10 Iranian sites as Tehran warns of ‘crushing response’ | WATCH | World

Washington: The United States has targeted multiple Iranian bases for a second straight day, which has once again escalated the situation across the entire Middle East despite Washington and Tehran signing a peace deal just few days ago, said the US Central Command (CENTCOM) earlier Sunday.  The US forces also shared a video on micro-blogging website X (formerly Twitter) that showed fighter aircraft of the American Air Force and Navy striking at least 10 Iranian military targets at multiple locations in and near the Strait of Hormuz for Iran's drone strike on a container vessel few days back. The CENTCOM…

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6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Japan’s northeastern region; no tsunami warning issued | World

Tokyo: An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 hit Japan's northeastern region early Sunday, triggering panic among people, said the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), adding that the epicentre was roughly at a dept of 40 kilometers. It warned of future earthquakes in the region.  According to local authorities, the quake occurred around 5.21 am local time, and it registered "a lower 5 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture."  No casualties or any kind of damages has been reported as of now. The authorities have not issue a tsunami warning either. However, the latest series of earthquakes…

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Telangana student found dead in London after attending birthday party, family seeks govt help to bring back body | World

London: A 25-year-old student from Kamareddy district of Telangana, who was pursuing higher studies in London, was found dead under mysterious circumstances, his family members said on Saturday. According to news agency PTI,  the deceased has been identified as S Srinath Reddy, a resident of Talamadla village in Kamareddy district. According to a GoFundMe page reportedly created by his cousins, Sanoj and Manish, to help raise funds for the repatriation of his body, Srinath was pursuing a Master's degree at De Montfort University in Leicester. Srinath had gone to London 14 months ago. Circumstances surrounding his death are not known Srinath's…

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US launches fresh strikes on Iran; Trump warns of ‘military action’ if ceasefire violated again | World

Washington: The US carried out another round of military strikes on Iran at President Donald Trump's direction, after a Panama-flagged oil tanker was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, further escalating tensions between the two countries despite a fragile peace agreement reached just two weeks earlier. The strikes mark the second consecutive day of US military action linked to attacks on commercial shipping in the region since Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at securing long-term peace and stability in West Asia. The ongoing strikes in the Persian Gulf show the danger of the Iran war…

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PM Modi meets Jonathan, world’s oldest living land animal during visit to Seychelles | World

Victoria: Soon after arriving at Seychelles, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Patrick Herminie on Saturday toured the National Botanical Garden of Seychelles in Victoria. During the tour of the sanctuary, Prime Minister Modi was seen enthusiastically feeding large turtles, including the famed 194-year-old Jonathan, recognised as the world's oldest living land animal. Two leaders plant commemorative sapling in Victoria The two leaders also planted a commemorative sapling within the premises and interacted closely with the conservatory staff, who briefed the visiting dignitaries on the unique flora and fauna of the sanctuary.  PM Modi arrived in the capital city of Victoria on…

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4 security personnel killed as blasts, gunfire rock Pakistan Rangers HQ in Karachi | World

New Delhi: Multiple explosions and intense gunfire were reported near a Pakistan Rangers facility in Karachi, resulting in the death of four. According to initial information, the incident took place around 8:10 pm near the Rangers' Karachi Transport Company (KTC) office on University Road. The blasts were followed by heavy firing, prompting security forces to launch an operation in the area. Early reports suggest that more than four armed men allegedly entered the Rangers compound shortly after the first explosion. Local sources claim that two suspected attackers were killed during the exchange of fire, while four security personnel also reportedly…

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PM Modi arrives at Seychelles, accorded grand welcome: ‘Looking forward to strengthening ties’ | World

Victoria: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Seychelles on Saturday on a three-day official visit, during which he will hold talks with President Patrick Herminie and attend the golden jubilee celebrations of the National Day of the archipelago nation. PM Modi at the Seychelles International Airport was given a grand welcome by Herminie and a high-level delegation. He also received a ceremonial Guard of Honour. Deeply appreciate the warm welcome extended at the airport: PM Modi "Landed in Seychelles. Deeply appreciate the warm welcome extended at the airport by Dr Patrick Herminie," PM Modi posted on X. "Seychelles is a…

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Venezuela jolted by another earthquake of 4.7 magnitude two days after monster quakes kill 920 | World

Caracas: A new magnitude-4.9 earthquake has struck off the northern coast of Venezuela, adding fresh anxiety to a region already reeling from a massive disaster. According to the earthquake tracking organisation EMSC, the tremor occurred 61 kilometres (36 miles) northwest of Maracay. Local witnesses reported feeling the tremors clearly in both Maracay and the capital city of Caracas. This latest Friday tremor comes just days after a devastating pair of powerful earthquakes struck the country on Wednesday evening. Those initial shocks caused widespread destruction, leaving parts of Caracas heavily damaged and claiming the lives of at least 920 people. While…

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