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Facing US tariffs, Penang turns to Asia and Europe to secure its economic future

GEORGE TOWN, May 19 -- Penang is exploring alternative markets in Asia and Europe to reduce its dependence on the United States, following concerns over US trade policies, including a 24 per cent tari... Read More


The perks of an open-door policy at work

New Delhi, May 19 -- T .S. Kalyanaraman, the managing director of Kalyan Jewellers, prefers to take a backseat when it comes to daily operations. Instead, he focuses on understanding his customers and... Read More


"Some progress has been made": Trump after call with Putin on Russia-Ukraine "ceasefire"

Washington DC, May 19 -- US President Donald Trump on Monday (local time) announced "some progress" in the potential ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, following his "two-and-a-half-ho... Read More


"Deeply concerned": PM Modi wishes Biden "quick and full recovery" from cancer

New Delhi, May 19 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday wished former US President Joe Biden who was diagnosed with prostate cancer a "quick and full recovery." In a post on X, PM Modi stated, "D... Read More


NWT20: Natalia Pervaiz's All-Round Performance Leads Challengers to Thrilling Win Over Invincibles

Pakistan, May 19 -- A brilliant innings from Natalia Pervaiz, coupled with a disciplined bowling performance, helped the Challengers secure a thrilling seven-run victory over the Invincibles in the 18... Read More


Punjab Police foil espionage bid, arrest 2 for leaking Army info to ISI

Chandigarh, May 19 -- In a major counter-espionage operation, the Gurdaspur Police apprehended two individuals for leaking sensitive military information related to Operation Sindoor, officials said o... Read More


World Bank reopens Kabul office after hiatus, agrees to repay $50 mn for previous project works

Kabul, May 19 -- The World Bank has reopened its Kabul office nearly four years after suspending operations in Afghanistan, following the US' retreat from the country and the Taliban's return to power... Read More


Sudan's army chief Burhan appoints former UN official as prime minister

France, May 19 -- Former UN official Kamil Idris has been named Sudan's new prime minister, as the country's warring factions continue to battle for control amid a deepening humanitarian crisis. Suda... Read More


Israel to allow aid into Gaza amid famine warnings

Jerusalem, May 19 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Sunday a decision to lift the blockade on Gaza to allow the entry of limited aid, as international criticism mounts over the se... Read More


US imposes visa restrictions on Indian travel agencies facilitating "illegal immigration"

Washington, May 19 -- United States on Monday announced visa restrictions on owners, executives, and senior officials of travel agencies in India for "knowingly facilitating illegal immigration" to th... Read More