India Urges China to Respect UNCLOS Ruling on South China Sea
India has sent a clear message to China, urging them to comply with the UNCLOS ruling regarding the South China Sea. The Indian government released a strong statement on Monday, condemning China’s recent military exercises in the disputed waters and categorizing their actions as “unilateral” and “unacceptable.” The statement also emphasized the need for China to avoid any further actions that may escalate tensions in the region.
White House Condemns Online Abuse of WSJ Reporter
The White House has strongly condemned the online harassment faced by Wall Street Journal reporter Sabrina Siddiqui, who courageously questioned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding his government’s human rights record.
Microsoft’s Long-Term Plan: Move Windows to the Cloud
Microsoft has set forth an ambitious long-term vision of shifting Windows entirely to the cloud, revolutionizing the way users access and utilize the operating system. By enabling a fully functional operating system to be “streamed” from the cloud to any device, Microsoft aims to enhance user flexibility and productivity. While significant progress has already been made for commercial customers, Microsoft intends to extend these benefits to regular users as well. Termed “the Cloud PC,” this innovative plan by Microsoft offers seamless device transitions and enables users to effortlessly resume their work from where they left off.
India to outpace China as fastest-growing major economy for next 3 years
Global rating agency S&P Global Ratings has reaffirmed India’s position as the fastest-growing economy among Asia Pacific nations, with a projected economic growth rate of 6 percent for the current fiscal year. The agency predicts that India will maintain this rapid growth for the next three years, driven by robust domestic demand and investment.
IdeaForge IPO Opens for subscription on Strong Demand, GMP Soars 70%
The initial public offering (IPO) of IdeaForge, a leading provider of drone-based solutions, opens for subscription today. With a price band of Rs 638-672 per equity share, the IPO has garnered significant attention from investors.
India, US Put Pressure on Pakistan to Bring 26/11, Pathankot Attackers to Justice
India and the United States have jointly urged Pakistan to take decisive action against the individuals responsible for the 2008 Mumbai attacks and the 2016 Pathankot attack. This call for action was made during a high-level meeting between the foreign ministers of India and the United States in Washington, DC on June 22, 2023.
Wagner Group Declares War on Military Leadership: Potential Threat to Russian Stability
The Wagner Group, a Russian Private Military Company (PMC), has recently made a bold declaration of war against the Russian military leadership. In an announcement by the group’s founder, Yevgeny Prigozhin, serious accusations were made, blaming the military for deliberately abandoning Wagner fighters in Ukraine and failing to provide them with the necessary supplies.
US Introduces In-Country H-1B Visa Renewals
The United States is poised to introduce a game-changing policy that will permit in-country H-1B visa renewals, greatly benefiting a large number of Indian tech workers. In an announcement by the Department of State (DOS), it has been revealed that starting from July 1, 2023, in-country H-1B visa renewal applications will be accepted.
Titanic Submersible: All 5 on Board Assumed Dead
The search for the Titanic Submersible, which went missing on Sunday, June 19, 2023, has been called off. The US Coast Guard and the Canadian Coast Guard have concluded that there is no hope of finding the submersible alive.
Apple’s Self Service Repair Program: Empowering iPhone 14 Users
Apple has introduced an exciting development for iPhone enthusiasts with the launch of its Self Service Repair Program for the iPhone 14 lineup. This groundbreaking initiative empowers customers to personally repair their iPhones using authentic Apple parts and tools.