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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and offered support to Nepal following a devastating earthquake. In his statement, PM Modi conveyed India's solidarity with Nepal and readiness to provide any possible assistance to deal with the loss of lives and damage caused by the earthquake. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 6.4, struck Nepal, resulting in significant casualties and destruction. As of the latest reports, the earthquake has claimed 128 lives and left at least 141 people injured. Nepal's Prime Minister, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda,' has departed for the affected areas to assess the situation and offer support. The most affected regions, with severe damage and a high number of casualties, include Jajarkot and West Rukum. In Jajarkot, 92 deaths have been reported, with additional casualties in Ramidanda of the Barekot Rural Municipality. Over 55 people have sustained injuries in Jajarkot, with several being treated at various medical facilitie

The debate over who works harder, Indian workers or Chinese workers, has been a topic of discussion for years. Both countries have a rich history of labor and a strong work ethic, but there are several factors to consider when comparing the two. In this article, we will delve into various aspects to gain a better understanding of the work culture and productivity in India and China. Working Hours: In India, a typical workday range from 8 to 10 hours, with many employees putting in extra hours to meet deadlines. On the other hand, China has a notorious reputation for its long working hours, often referred to as "996" (9 a.m. to 9 p.m., 6 days a week). Both countries exhibit dedication to their work, but the sheer extent of the Chinese working hours is noteworthy. Work-Life Balance: Chinese workers often find it challenging to strike a balance between work and personal life due to the demanding work hours. In contrast, Indian workers generally enjoy a more flexible work-lif

Pro-Palestine protesters created chaos at an airport in Russia's Dagestan region on October 29, 2023. They were demonstrating against a flight arriving from Israel, and their actions led to a tense situation within the facility. These protesters were seen chanting antisemitic slogans while inside the airport. Videos on social media depicted an angry crowd running through the Makhachkala airport, reportedly in search of people arriving from Tel Aviv. Reports indicate that some protesters even ventured onto the airport's runway and surrounded the arriving aircraft. The Russian aviation agency eventually managed to regain control of the situation. In response to this incident, the airport was temporarily closed until November 6, according to Rosaviatsia (the Russian Federal Air Transport Agency). Approximately 20 people were reported injured during the protests, with medical personnel from local hospitals treating them. Some of the injuries ranged from moderate to severe, affectin

An American cybersecurity and intelligence agency, Resecurity, has issued an alert about a potential data breach involving Aadhaar and passport information of over 815 million Indian citizens. The alert, which was posted by a threat actor known as 'pwn0001' on 'Breach Forums' on October 9, 2023, has raised concerns about the security of sensitive personal data for a significant portion of India's population, which stands at just over 1.486 billion people. Resecurity's report states that "HUNTER investigators established contact with the threat actor and learned they were willing to sell the entire Aadhaar and Indian passport dataset for $80,000." However, it remains unclear how the data was initially leaked on the dark web. The dataset comprises various fields related to Indian citizens, including names, father's names, phone numbers, passport numbers, Aadhaar numbers, age, gender, addresses, and pincodes. Additionally, 'pwn0001' shared

Cricket is more than just a sport in the subcontinent, particularly in India, it's a religion. However, for Pakistan, cricket assumes an even greater significance. In a deeply religious country, cricket isn't just a recreational activity; it's also a platform for the overt expression of allegiance to radical Islamism. Pakistani cricketers, who have a massive following in a nation where cricket is the most beloved sport, have on several occasions openly promoted casual bigotry against non-Muslims, especially targeting the Indian cricket team. Here are some incidents highlighting the support of Pakistani cricketers for radical Islamism: Waqar Younis' Communal Utterances Against Hindus: Recently, Pakistani fast bowler Waqar Younis made headlines for expressing his delight when Mohammad Rizwan recited the Namaz in front of Hindus during the India-Pakistan T20 World Cup match. His comments received widespread backlash, including from Indian commentator Harsha Bhogle. Younis

New Delhi: Investigators have revealed that a timer-based low-intensity improvised explosive device (IED) was employed in the recent explosion at a convention center in Kerala, which resulted in two fatalities and more than 50 injuries. In response to the incident, the Central government swiftly dispatched specialized teams from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the National Security Guard (NSG) to take over the investigation. The explosion occurred around 9:30 am on a Sunday at a private convention center in Kalamassery, Kerala, during a meeting of Jehovah’s Witnesses, a Christian sect. A person named Dominic Martin, who claimed to be a member of the religious group but expressed disagreement with some of its teachings, has taken responsibility for the blast. Following the attack, Union Home Minister Amit Shah contacted Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and offered all necessary assistance. He subsequently deployed an NIA team, including a superintendent of police (SP)