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Day: April 20, 2025

Trade Tensions Escalate Between India and Bangladesh Over Yarn Imports and Transshipment Facilities

Dhaka, Bangladesh – April 20, 2025A trade dispute between India and Bangladesh has intensified, with both nations taking measures that could impact bilateral commerce. Bangladesh has suspended the import of Indian yarn through land ports, citing concerns over unfair competition and false declarations by Indian exporters. In response, India has revoked the transshipment facility that […]

Oldest Active American Astronaut Returns to Earth on His 70th Birthday

Veteran American astronaut Don Pettit returned to Earth on his 70th birthday. On Sunday, April 20 at 1:20 AM (UTC), the Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft landed in Kazakhstan, carrying Pettit back from space, according to a report by the BBC. NASA confirmed that alongside Pettit, Russian cosmonauts Alexey Ovchinin and Ivan Wagner also returned from the […]

At Least 79 Soldiers Killed in al-Qaeda Affiliate Attack in Benin

A local al-Qaeda-affiliated militant group in Benin, Jama’at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin (JNIM), has claimed responsibility for deadly attacks on two military posts, resulting in the deaths of at least 79 soldiers. The U.S.-based SITE Intelligence Group, which monitors extremist activities online, reported this on Saturday. JNIM, an affiliate of the Middle East-based terrorist group al-Qaeda, […]

India Criticizes Pakistan’s Misuse of OIC Platform Ahead of PM Modi’s Saudi Visit

April 19, 2025 – New Delhi, India: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has strongly condemned Pakistan for its longstanding misuse of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) platform, calling it a habitual practice aimed at pushing anti-India narratives. The remarks were made during a special briefing ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit […]

Bangladesh Qualifies for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 After Dramatic Finish

April 19, 2025 – Lahore, Pakistan: Bangladesh has secured its place in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, following a thrilling conclusion to the World Cup Qualifiers. The team edged past West Indies on Net Run Rate, booking their spot alongside hosts Pakistan for the marquee tournament set to be held later this year […]

Bangladesh Qualifies for ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 After Dramatic Finish

April 19, 2025 – Lahore, Pakistan: Bangladesh has secured its place in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, following a thrilling conclusion to the World Cup Qualifiers. The team edged past West Indies on Net Run Rate, booking their spot alongside hosts Pakistan for the marquee tournament set to be held later this year […]

Ryan Gosling to Lead New Star Wars Film Starfighter

A major new chapter in the Star Wars universe is taking shape—this time with Ryan Gosling in the cockpit. It was officially announced at Star Wars Celebration Tokyo that Gosling will take the lead in Star Wars: Starfighter, a new standalone film directed by Deadpool & Wolverine filmmaker Shawn Levy. The film is set to […]

PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi Confirms Pakistan Women’s Team to Play ICC ODI World Cup 2025 at Neutral Venue

April 20, 2025 – Lahore, Pakistan: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that Pakistan’s women’s cricket team will not travel to India for the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 and will instead play at a neutral venue, as per the hybrid model agreement accepted earlier this year.Hybrid Model AgreementSince India is […]

India and Russia Strengthen Trade Ties Despite Western Criticism

April 20, 2025 – Moscow, Russia: India and Russia continue to maintain a strong trading partnership, despite criticism from Western nations over New Delhi’s stance on economic relations with Moscow. According to The Moscow Times, bilateral trade between the two countries has surged significantly, with India emerging as Russia’s second-largest trading partner.Growing Economic CooperationSince the […]

Top 10 Most Powerful Countries in the World in 2025

April 20, 2025 – Global: Despite ongoing economic challenges, the world’s most influential nations continue to strengthen their dominance in trade, technology, military, diplomacy, and politics. According to a recent ranking by Indiatimes, the United States remains the most powerful country, followed closely by China and Russia.The Leading Global Powers Global Influence and Future TrendsThese […]