Cuba shot dead four people on a US-registered speedboat following an armed confrontation in waters near the country’s northern coast, according to an official statement released by Cuban authorities. The incident took place close to an island in Villa Clara province when border guards detected a Florida-registered vessel entering Cuban territorial waters. Authorities said officers…
Jeju Island visa-free entry for Indians after influencer detained at a South Korea airport has raised fresh concerns among travellers planning to visit the popular holiday destination. The Indian Embassy in Seoul has issued an advisory to Indian nationals following recent incidents in which travellers were either denied entry or faced inconvenience upon arrival under…
Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has confirmed a court ruling against a travel and tourism business in Muscat Governorate after multiple consumer complaints were filed alleging failure to deliver agreed services. Consumers reported that the company failed to issue confirmed tickets within the agreed timeframes, cancelled trips without advance notice, did not implement the agreed…
Oman has successfully completed the construction and operation of a new artificial rainmaking station in the Wilayat of Khasab, located in the Musandam Governorate, as part of its broader strategy to enhance water sustainability. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources confirmed that the new station is now operational and aims to boost rainfall,…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Israel on Wednesday for his second official visit to the country, aiming to strengthen strategic cooperation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other senior leaders. The two-day visit focuses on expanding collaboration in security, trade, innovation, and advanced technologies. Modi is scheduled to hold talks with Netanyahu…
Fahd Mohammad Ajmi Mnikhr, the ambassador of Saudi Arabia, officially presented his credentials to President Ramchandra Paudel of Nepal on Tuesday, marking the formal commencement of his diplomatic mission in the country. The credential presentation ceremony was held at Shital Niwas, the presidential palace in Kathmandu, in the presence of senior officials and diplomats. During…
The UN Security Council on Tuesday strongly condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan for ongoing assaults, atrocities, and destabilization across the country. Council members expressed alarm at violations against civilians, including arbitrary detention, conflict-related sexual violence, and reports of systematic killings, mass displacement, and summary executions in Kordofan and Darfur. The Security Council…
Saudi Arabia’s Council of Ministers, chaired by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reviewed a range of domestic and international matters during a session in Jeddah on Tuesday, emphasizing cooperation with key global partners. The crown prince briefed the Cabinet on his recent discussions with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, covering regional security, Middle East developments,…
Harry Brook demonstrated his leadership and tactical brilliance as England stormed into the T20 World Cup semifinals with a thrilling victory over Pakistan in Pallekele. The young captain scored a destructive 100 off just 51 balls, rescuing his side from 58-4 and proving his mettle on the international stage. Brook’s innings was a masterclass in…
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Beijing on Tuesday for his inaugural trip to China, bringing a sizable business delegation amid growing concerns over a widening trade imbalance. German imports from China in 2025 were more than double the value of goods exported, highlighting a challenge for Europe’s largest economy. “We want a partnership with…
