US sends 15-point peace plan to Iran via Pakistan: NYT
THE United States has sent Iran a 15-point peace plan, via Pakistan, in an attempt to end the war with Iran, now in its fourth week, The New York Times…
Middle East news summary on 25 Mar
New Security Council Chief Appointed # Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has appointed Mohammad Bagher Zolghadr as the new secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. The announcement was made on…
US, Russia, China could jointly police global nuclear arsenal in future: State Department
IT is possible that the United States, Russia and China could jointly police the global arsenal of nuclear weapons in the future, US Under Secretary of State for Arms Control…
Kim Jong-Un thanks Putin for congratulatory message on reelection as DPRK Chairman
NORTH Korean leader Kim Jong Un thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for being the first to send warm and sincere congratulations on his reelection as President of State Affairs, North…
Oman crude oil plunges by $30.9 to $109.55 per barrel
THE official price of Oman crude oil for May delivery plunged by $30.09 and stood at $109.55 per barrel on Monday. The price of Oman crude was $139.64 per barrel…
India warns of misuse risk from cheap weight-loss jabs
INDIA’S health ministry warned Tuesday of the risks of unregulated use of weight-loss drugs, as low cost generic versions hit the market, stepping up inspections and enforcement across the pharmaceutical…
US-Iran conflict damaged oil markets globally more than RussiaUkraine war: Chevron CEO
THE ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has caused more damage to global oil and gas markets than the prolonged Russia-Ukraine war, said Mike Wirth, highlighting the severity…
Japan PM backs IEA’s additional joint oil release as Iran war drags on
JAPANESE Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Wednesday expressed her support for the International Energy Agency’s additional joint release of oil reserves to address disruptions in energy markets stemming from the…
What lies behind lukewarm response to latest “Wuthering Heights” film in China
A new adaptation of Emily Brontë’s 1847 classic Wuthering Heights, directed by Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman Oscar winner) and starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, roams global screens with…
Over 200K pilgrims visit Maa Vaishno Devi shrine during Navratri, authorities ensure smooth yatra
MAA Vaishno Devi shrine is experiencing a significant surge in pilgrim footfall during the ongoing Navratri festival, with over 200,000 devotees having already paid obeisance in the first six days.…