Tuesday, 28 March, 2023
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Germany warns its COP27 delegation of Egyptian spies at the climate summit

In an email, German federal police warned delegates of 'overt & covert surveillance through photography and videography' by Egyptian agents, according to a Reuters' source.

Person who left bomb causing Istanbul explosion arrested, confirms Interior Minister

Six people were killed & 81 others wounded when an explosion rocked a busy pedestrian street in Istiklal Avenue in central Istanbul on Sunday.

India seeks COP27 deal to ‘phase down’ all fossil fuels instead of coal, say sources

India had referred to a report by the UN climate science panel, which said countries must halve emissions by 2030 to meet climate goals & would require substantial reduction in fossil fuel use.

‘Our democracy’s at risk,’ Biden warns Republican victory could undo his accomplishments

President Joe Biden's comments reflected the deep political divide in the US ahead of 8 Nov elections that could see Republicans win control of one or both chambers of Congress.

Ronaldo has last chance to shine on World Cup stage in Qatar

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo, who has been named the best player in the world five times, will arrive in Qatar with a mission to prove that he can still make a difference.

Russia signals retreat in southern Ukraine but Kyiv govt fears trap for advancing troops

Speculation swirled over whether Russia was pulling out, after photos online showed the main administrative building in Kherson with Russia's flag no longer flying atop it.

Toothless attack a concern for pessimistic Mexico at World Cup

Pessimism surrounds Mexico as they gear up for the World Cup in Qatar after inconsistency in qualifying and warm-up matches.

Poland’s fortunes in Qatar hinge on support for Lewandowski

Poland will look to their talisman Robert Lewandowski to score the goals to take them into the World Cup knockout round for the 1st time in more than 35 years

Defiant Danes can point to history and dream of World Cup glory

Denmark can point to previous occasions when they have overcome seemingly insurmountable odds and say that they are genuinely in with a shout of winning the trophy.

Musk plans to cut nearly 3,700 jobs at Twitter, lay off half of its workforce, report says

The Bloomberg report also stated that Elon Musk intends to reverse Twitter Inc's existing work from anywhere policy and will require employees to work from office.

On Camera

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File photo of smog in Delhi. Some doctors have called air pollution a bigger threat than Covid-19.| Photo: Suraj Singh Bisht | ThePrint

Air quality is better but not enough to banish air purifiers. Here are options for your room & car

What’s the solution for people who cannot leave Delhi? Air purifiers from Dyson's expensive range to Xiaomi's affordable ones can be of help.

NFRA to conduct audit quality inspections of five audit firms

New Delhi, Nov 16 (PTI) The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) will carry out audit quality inspections of five audit firms, including the...

Defence

The Defence Services Staff College in Wellington | Image credit: dssc.gov.in

In a first, six women officers to enter prestigious Defence Services Staff College

As many as 15 women appeared for the examination, out of which six were selected, including one who has made it to the course along with her husband. 

Why military is more for asserting political will, not just about controlling territory

No matter what tactics, doctrine, or weapon system is used, the objective of any war is to control territory, argues Gen. MM Naravane (retd). But it's politics that matters most.