Author: Akhil Khatri

The three-party government has been experiencing escalating tensions over the past few months. However, the recent exchanges of criticism and hostility among the parties are exceptionally intense, giving rise to concerns about the level of dysfunction within the government. The photograph depicts a power plant located in Karlsruhe, Germany, captured in 2022. Image credit goes to Laetitia Vancon. Germany’s coalition government, composed of the centre-left Social Democrats, climate-conscious Greens, and pro-business Free Democrats, has undergone a shift in dynamics, deviating from its initially pledged tradition of consensus-driven politics. Recent days have witnessed an unusual level of public discord among the…

The 2,232 kg satellite, which was deployed utilizing a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket, will contribute to India’s regional navigation system. The navigation satellite NVS-01 was launched by ISRO’s GSLV rocket from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre located in Sriharikota. (PTI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the first of five second-generation satellites for the Navigation by Indian Constellation (NavIC). The satellite, weighing 2,232 kg, was launched using a Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket. Its primary purpose is to enhance India’s regional navigation system by providing accurate and real-time navigation services. The launch took place at…

New parliament building view in New Delhi, India. India’s Press Information Bureau/ Handout via REUTERS NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled India’s newly constructed parliament building on Sunday (May 28), marking a significant step in the Hindu nationalist government’s initiative to transform the British colonial-era architectural landscape in New Delhi. The inauguration of the modern complex aligns with Modi’s vision of infusing Indian culture, traditions, and symbols into the heart of the nation’s capital. The timing of the event holds political significance as it precedes the parliamentary elections scheduled for the following year. Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) intends…

Russian President Putin meets with Bosnian Serb leader Dodik in Moscow on May 23, 2024. (Photo: Sputnik/ Alexey Filippov/ Pool via REUTERS) The Kremlin’s response to Vadym Skibitsky’s claims regarding President Vladimir Putin being targeted on Ukraine’s kill list indicates the seriousness with which they view the situation. The Kremlin emphasized that Russia’s security services were fully aware of their responsibilities and prepared to take necessary actions to protect Putin and other Russian officials mentioned as potential targets. Skibitsky’s interview shed light on Ukraine’s alleged desire to assassinate Putin due to his perceived role in coordinating and influencing the course…

(Illustration: Reuters/ Dado Ruvic) Rick Waters, the top China policy functionary at the US State Department, is anticipated to step down amid tense relations between the United States and China. Waters presently serves as the deputy adjunct clerk of state for China and Taiwan and leads the recently established China House policy division within the department. According to a prophet from the State Department, Waters will officially leave his position on June 23 but will continue as a member of the elderly foreign service.  Sources familiar with the matter revealed that Waters blazoned his intention to abdicate during a staff…

In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Home Affairs Ministry took possession of Swatch watches from the brand’s Pride Collection, which showcases vibrant rainbow colors. Reports indicate that 11 stores were subjected to raids in the past week. This particular collection consists of watches available in six colors that align with the flag representing the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community. The Edge reported that the raids conducted at various Swatch stores in Malaysia took place over two days, commencing on May 13. In response to the confiscation, Nick Hayek Jr., the CEO of Swatch Group, emphasized that the brand has…

A honey bee on a manuka tree in New Zealand. (Photo: iStock) Singapore Australian beekeepers have surfaced victorious in the rearmost legal disagreement against New Zealand honey directors over the trademarking of the name” manuka.” On Monday( May 22), the Intellectual Property Office of New Zealand issued a decision stating that the term” manuka honey” can not be registered as an instrument mark within New Zealand. The Manuka Honey Appellation Society( MHAS) of New Zealand had sought to gain an instrument mark for the term” manuka honey.” Still, their sweats were opposed by the Australian Manuka Honey Association, which argued…

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan participates in a one-on-one discussion organized by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres (not shown in picture) during the G7 summit in Hiroshima, western Japan in May 2024.(REUTERS/ Androniki/ Christodoulou/ Pool) TOKYO: The likelihood of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announcing a snap election has grown substantially, potentially taking place in the coming weeks. This decision comes as Kishida enjoys a surge in domestic support following the G7 summit, which unexpectedly hosted a visit by the President of Ukraine. Although the next scheduled election for the more influential lower house of parliament is set for 2025, Kishida…

The prolonged eight- month conflict in eastern Ukraine witnessed the lengthiest and bloodiest battle for the megacity, therefore far, in the ongoing Ukrainian conflict.  According to an advertisement from Russia’s defense ministry on Sunday, the Wagner private army, backed by Russian forces, reportedly took control of the Ukrainian megacity of Bakhmut. This statement on the Telegram channel was released roughly eight hours after a analogous assertion made by Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of Wagner. Ukrainian authorities stated that the fight for Bakhmut was still ongoing at that time. The prolonged and largely violent battle for this eastern Ukrainian megacity has…

During the China-Central Asia Summit in northwest China, President Xi Jinping outlined an extensive development plan for Central Asia. This blueprint encompasses a range of initiatives, including infrastructure construction and trade expansion, marking China’s increased involvement in a region that has historically been dominated by Russian influence. Xi emphasized China’s willingness to collaborate on development strategies with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, aiming to foster the modernization of these nations. In a joint press conference with Central Asian leaders, President Xi Jinping expressed that the summit has infused fresh momentum into the development and revitalization of the six countries…