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SAARC Journalist Forum to host Dhaka Conference this year

Dhaka, May 1 -- The Bangladesh chapter of SAARC Journalist Forum (SJF) has decided to organise the Dhaka Conference of the forum later this year. The decision was taken at a meeting of the Executive ... Read More


US President Donald Trump signals intent to not abide by War Powers Act, calls it 'unconstitutional'

Washington, May 1 -- US President Donald Trump has signalled his intention to not comply with the 60-day deadline set out in the country's War Powers Resolution, arguing that past presidents have rout... Read More


'See you in court': The Trump confrontation that may have costed Janet Mills her Senate bid

India, May 1 -- A report has highlighted the exact moment that may have reshaped Maine Governor Janet Mills' Senate bid. The 78-year-old officially suspended her campaign Thursday, ending what Democra... Read More


IMF urges strict reforms in Pakistan economyPublished on: May 1, 2026 11:00 PM

Pakistan, May 1 -- The International Monetary Fund has urged Pakistan to adopt strict fiscal discipline and continue structural reforms to ensure long-term economic stability. The warning comes amid r... Read More


Price of petrol, diesel go up again; fuel subsidy extended for a monthPublished on: May 1, 2026 10:53 AM

Pakistan, May 1 -- The government raised on Thursday the price of petrol by Rs 6.51 per litre and that of high-speed diesel (HSD) by Rs 19.39. Following the increase, the price of petrol stands at Rs... Read More


13 India-backed terrorists killed as infiltration bids foiled at Afghan borderPublished on: May 1, 2026 10:52 AM

Pakistan, May 1 -- The military's media affairs wing said on Thursday that 13 Indian-sponsored terrorists were killed in two foiled infiltration attempts along the Pak-Afghan border in Khyber Pakhtunk... Read More


French unions rally on Labour Day to defend paid holiday rights

France, May 1 -- Labour Day on 1 May holds a unique status in France as the only public holiday that is "ferie et chome" - non-working and paid for almost everyone. Rooted in the labour movement, Lab... Read More


Exxon Mobil shares fall despite first quarter earnings beat expectations, CEO warns oil prices may continue to rise

New Delhi, May 1 -- Exxon Mobil exceeded expectations for adjusted earnings on Friday, supported by increased production in Guyana and the Permian Basin. However, unadjusted profits fell to a five-yea... Read More


Donald Trump lashes out at Anthropic

New Delhi, May 1 -- SINCE PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP returned to power in 2025, he has courted a cadre of Silicon Valley billionaires, with one big exception. The White House has long had Dario Amodei, co... Read More


King Charles for PresidentPublished on: May 1, 2026 10:33 AM

Pakistan, May 1 -- His Majesty King Charles III was more than masterful addressing both chambers of Congress. His relatively brief remarks reflected deep understanding of the history of our two count... Read More