Author: Divyani Sharma

I have an Amity University bachelor's degree in English, a Manav Rachna International University master's degree in English, and I am a research scholar at the same university. I am particularly interested in diasporic studies, cultural studies, and global affairs.

North Korea asserts that South Korean balloons carried COVID-19

The Unification Ministry of South Korea declared there is no possibility that South Korean balloons could have exposed North Koreans to the virus. On July 1, North Korea made the extremely dubious assertion that their COVID-19 epidemic started in people who had contact with balloons flown from South Korea. This claim seems to be an effort to hold its competitor accountable amid rising tensions over its nuclear program. There is no probability that North Korea would have acquired the virus through South Korean balloons. For years, activists used balloons to cross the border to disseminate millions of propaganda flyers. They…

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Is the Shiv Sena and Udhav Thackeray's political career over?

After days of political unrest, Maharashtra’s chief minister, Uddhav Thackeray, announced his resignation late on Wednesday. Maharashtra is the richest state in India. As the Supreme Court ordered his administration to demonstrate its majority in the state legislature on Thursday. He seemed to have anticipated the conclusion. He had very little option. As the majority of his parliamentarians rebelled and declared their lack of faith in him and his coalition with the Congress and the centrist Nationalist Congress Party (NCP). Mr. Thackeray and Shiv Sena party put collaboration ahead of core convictions of Hindu nationalism The rebels said that Mr.…

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For Pakistan to renew its $6billion credit facility, the IMF places requirements

Cash-strapped Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have achieved a staff-level agreement to complete the sixth evaluation of an aid package required to restart the stalled $6 billion program. The IMF agreed to offer help under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in a rescue package in 2019. When Pakistan’s economy was at a critical stage. It desperately required assistance to address the balance of payment crisis. The IMF commits providing assistance through the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) The support under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) in a rescue package promised by the IMF in 2019. The sixth assessment of…

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Reports indicate Russia may default on historic foreign debt

After missing a deadline on Sunday, sources indicate that Russia has defaulted on its foreign debt for the first time in more than a century. The restrictions prevented Russia from transferring the $100 million payment to international creditors.ย  Despite the fact that Russia has the money and is prepared to do so. Kremlin wants to avoid the catastrophic harm caused by default The scenario described as “a farce” by the Russian finance minister. A default would have done serious damage to the country’s reputation. Therefore, Kremlin was desperate to prevent it. On May 27, the $100 million interest payment was…

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In the midst of the Ukraine conflict, Zelensky will address the G7

Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, is scheduled to speak to the G7 group of developed nations later, and is anticipated to call for the supply of more heavy weaponry. It comes after a flurry of Russian missile attacks over the weekend on Kyiv and surrounding places, claimed at least one life. Russia has acquired complete control of Severodonetsk in eastern Ukraine. It is aiming for Lysychansk, which is close by. Rather of merely observing, Zelensky urges his partners to take rapid action Delaying the delivery of weapons is “an invitation to Russia to attack again and again”, according to…

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Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor announce their pregnancy with a sweet picture

Alia Bhatt is expecting their first child with her husband, Ranbir Kapoor. Today, June 27, the Gangubai Kahthiawadi actress informed her admirers of the good news via social media. “Our baby… arriving soon,” Bhatt captioned a photo of her ultrasound checkup. The actor posted a picture of a lioness and a lion pushing each other while a pup watched. Compliments poured in on Alia’s social media The actor married Ranbir Kapoor in April this year. Following her announcement, the happy pair received a flood of social media compliments. Emoticons with hearts contributed by Riddhima Kapoor Sahani. Mouni Roy, the couple’s…

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PM Modi's visit to Germany: Indians embrace him warmly

PM Modi’s visit to Germany: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet with around 12 international leaders during his tour to Germany and the United Arab Emirates, according to government sources who informed PTI on Saturday. He spoke to the Indian population in Germany. PM Modi referred to the 1975 declaration of a state of emergency as a “black mark” on India’s dynamic democracy. He claimed that every Indian had democracy in their DNA. Indians embrace Modi warmly in Munich PM will also speak at an Indian community celebration in Munich. It will be the largest such event since COVID-19. Most…

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oon will travel to Spain to attend the NATO meeting

According to authorities, President Yoon Suk-yeol spent Sunday getting ready for his first overseas trip as president before flying to Spain for a NATO meeting. Having just assumed office, Yoon will be making his first appearance on the international diplomatic stage at the NATO meeting in Madrid on Wednesday and Thursday. South Korea has been invited as a partner country along with other nations. It includes Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. Even though it is not a part of the military alliance. According to his office, Yoon will meet with the leaders of Canada, Poland, the Netherlands, Denmark, and the…

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PM Johnson will not undergo psychological change after defeat

After by-election losses prompted calls for reform, Boris Johnson declared that he would not undergo a “psychological change.” The PM is reacting to Oliver Dowden, who said that “business as usual” could not continue. Mr. Johnson stated on BBC Radio 4’s Today program that he accepts criticism “humbly and truly.” The difference between “criticism that actually matters and criticism that doesn’t,” he added, must also be made. The Prime Minister was subjected to months of criticism over parties held in Downing Street during lockdown, as well as rising inflation. Also a narrower-than-expected victory in a confidence vote from his own…

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India ready to help and support earthquake-ravaged Afghanistan

India has stated that it is ready to assist and support the people of Afghanistan in their hour of need following a terrible earthquake. It killed about 1,000 people, wrecked homes, and displaced many more. The first shipment of India’s earthquake relief aid for the people of Afghanistan has arrived in Kabul, according to Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi. The Gayan, Barmala, Naka, and Ziruk districts in Patika province, as well as Spera district in Khost province,ย  all devastated by the 5.9 magnitude earthquake. It slammed the Central Region of Afghanistan early on Wednesday morning (June 22). Afghanistan…

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