Daily World Briefing, June 4

Daily World Briefing, June 4

Lee Jae-myung elected S. Korea's president Lee Jae-myung of South Korea's majority liberal Democratic Party was elected president,...

"Ten times more special" Virat dedicates RCB's maiden IPL trophy to de Villiers, Gayle

"Ten times more special" Virat dedicates RCB's maiden IPL trophy to de Villiers, Gayle

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 4 (ANI): Virat Kohli, who brought delight to millions of people across the globe after playing his...

"Fitting that jersey number 18 lifts....": Cricketers, Karnataka politicians hail RCB for maiden IPL title win

"Fitting that jersey number 18 lifts....": Cricketers, Karnataka politicians hail RCB for maiden IPL title win

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], January 4 (ANI): Several members of the cricketing and political fraternity took to social media to celebrate...

MAURITANIA-BIR EL BARKA-DESERT CONTROL-CHINA-AFRICA GREEN TECHNOLOGY PARK

MAURITANIA-BIR EL BARKA-DESERT CONTROL-CHINA-AFRICA GREEN TECHNOLOGY PARK

(250603) -- BIR EL BARKA (MAURITANIA), June 3, 2025 (Xinhua) -- An aerial drone photo taken on May 22, 2025 shows the China-Africa...

Keshav Maharaj hails leadership of Bavuma, Conrad ahead of WTC final against Australia

Keshav Maharaj hails leadership of Bavuma, Conrad ahead of WTC final against Australia

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): As South Africa gears up for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia at Lord's on...

"My job at six or seven is not.....": South African wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne

"My job at six or seven is not.....": South African wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne

Johannesburg [South Africa], June 3 (ANI): South African wicketkeeper-batter Kyle Verreynne emphasised that his role as a middle-order...

(Hello Africa) Off-road motorsport rally brings joy, unity to insecure Kenyan village

(Hello Africa) Off-road motorsport rally brings joy, unity to insecure Kenyan village

Joshua Changun, a 61-year-old farmer from Ngatuko village in Baringo County, northwestern Kenya, stands on the edge of a cliff, watching...

Numbers of inbound foreign tourists in Beijing, Shanghai pick up to pre-pandemic levels

Numbers of inbound foreign tourists in Beijing, Shanghai pick up to pre-pandemic levels

BEIJING, June 3 (Xinhua) -- The numbers of foreign nationals' visits to Chinese cities such as Beijing and Shanghai have picked up...

Through Her Lens: New UN photo exhibit celebrates women leading peace

Through Her Lens: New UN photo exhibit celebrates women leading peace

Launched in commemoration of the 25th anniversary of UN Security Council resolution 1325 (2000), the exhibition highlights the Women,...

Central Bank gold buying cools in April, marking second straight month of slower growth

Central Bank gold buying cools in April, marking second straight month of slower growth

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): Globally, central bank gold buying experienced a slowdown in April, according to the latest data from...

Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India

Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shrikant Shinde concludes four-nation tour, departs Liberia for India

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): After concluding their four-nation diplomatic tour, the Indian parliamentary delegation led by Shiv...

We don't need American solutions - former South African president

We don't need American solutions - former South African president

Pretoria understands its own problems better and should not expect strangers in Washington to grasp its internal issues, Jacob Zuma...

We dont need American solutions former South African president

We dont need American solutions  former South African president

Pretoria understands its own problems better and should not expect strangers in Washington to grasp its internal issues, Jacob Zuma...

Bill Gates to spend his fortune 'addressing challenges' in Africa

Bill Gates to spend his fortune 'addressing challenges' in Africa

The tech billionaire intends to invest over $200 billion by 2045, with initiatives focused on agriculture and expanding the use of...

Bill Gates to spend his fortune addressing challenges in Africa

Bill Gates to spend his fortune addressing challenges in Africa

The tech billionaire intends to invest over $200 billion by 2045, with initiatives focused on agriculture and expanding the use of...

"Tour was very successful": BJP MP Baijayant Panda on all-party delegation to Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Algeria

"Tour was very successful": BJP MP Baijayant Panda on all-party delegation to Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Algeria

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): BJP MP Baijayant Panda led an all-party delegation to Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Algeria,...

Baijayant Panda-led all-party delegation briefs EAM Jaishankar on anti-terror outreach in Gulf, North Africa

Baijayant Panda-led all-party delegation briefs EAM Jaishankar on anti-terror outreach in Gulf, North Africa

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): An all-party delegation led by BJP MP Baijayant Panda on Tuesday briefed External Affairs Minister...

African nations stand strongly with India, condemn Pahalgam attack: Shinde led all-party delegation as visit concludes

African nations stand strongly with India, condemn Pahalgam attack: Shinde led all-party delegation as visit concludes

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): The all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde concluded India's diplomatic outreach...

"He's probably one of, if not the most feared batsman": Keshav Maharaj on Heinrich Klaasen's international retirement

"He's probably one of, if not the most feared batsman": Keshav Maharaj on Heinrich Klaasen's international retirement

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): After Heinrich Klaasen's retirement from international cricket, South Africa all-rounder Keshav Maharaj...

Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde becomes 1st Indian MP to address 2 West African parliaments, calls for global unity against terrorism

Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde becomes 1st Indian MP to address 2 West African parliaments, calls for global unity against terrorism

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): In a significant diplomatic outreach, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, leading an all-party Indian parliamentary...

"Carried the voice of 140 crore Indians against terrorism": Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde

"Carried the voice of 140 crore Indians against terrorism": Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): Wrapping up a high-level diplomatic mission to the UAE, Democratic Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone,...

"We got a very good response," All-Party Delegation member Manan Kumar Mishra says

"We got a very good response," All-Party Delegation member Manan Kumar Mishra says

Madrid [Spain] June 3 (ANI): On conclusion of All-Party delegation's visit to four nations, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate...

"Context of Operation Sindoor was tremendously appreciated," All-Party Delegation member Sasmit Patra says

"Context of Operation Sindoor was tremendously appreciated," All-Party Delegation member Sasmit Patra says

Madrid [Spain] June 3 (ANI): All-Party Delegation member and BJP MP Sasmit Patra said that his delegation, led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant...

Trade and terror can't coexist, says BJP leader Bansuri Swaraj in Liberia

Trade and terror can't coexist, says BJP leader Bansuri Swaraj in Liberia

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): As India intensifies its global campaign against terrorism, BJP leader and Group 4 member of the...

Fair trade is critical for Africa - ambassador

Fair trade is critical for Africa - ambassador

The Russian envoy to Mauritius has said the future of African nations must be free from colonial-era constraints ...

Fair trade is critical for Africa ambassador

Fair trade is critical for Africa  ambassador

The Russian envoy to Mauritius has said the future of African nations must be free from colonial-era constraints Fair trade is essential...

African state denies involvement in 'Western-backed terror plot'

African state denies involvement in 'Western-backed terror plot'

Benin's foreign minister says the accusation by Niger is unfounded Benin has rejected...

African state denies involvement in Western-backed terror plot

African state denies involvement in Western-backed terror plot

Benins foreign minister says the accusation by Niger is unfounded Benin has rejected claims that it is cooperating with Western powers...

Climate justice for Africa: 3 legal routes for countries that suffer the most harm

Climate justice for Africa: 3 legal routes for countries that suffer the most harm

Climate change lawsuits have become a new way for countries to assert their rights against actions that degrade the environment. But...

Africa has the highest rate of forest loss in the world - what the G20 can do about it

Africa has the highest rate of forest loss in the world - what the G20 can do about it

Africa needs its forests for sustainable development, poverty reduction, food security, and to make the continent more resilient to...

Pakistan-sponsored terrorism has tentacles across the world: Ambassador Sujan Chinoy on India-Africa counterterror push

Pakistan-sponsored terrorism has tentacles across the world: Ambassador Sujan Chinoy on India-Africa counterterror push

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): Former Indian envoy Sujan Chinoy praised the success of Group 4 of the all-party MPs delegation,...

Mitch Hay, Abbas, Foulkes, Ashok among new entrants in NZ central contracts list

Mitch Hay, Abbas, Foulkes, Ashok among new entrants in NZ central contracts list

Wellington [New Zealand], June 3 (ANI): Players like Mitch Hay, Muhammad Abbas, Zak Foulkes and Adi Ashok received maiden contracts...

AIMIM MP Owaisi back in Hyderabad after concluding 4-nation anti-terror tour

AIMIM MP Owaisi back in Hyderabad after concluding 4-nation anti-terror tour

Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], June 3 (ANI): All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) MP Asaduddin Owaisi, part of an all-party...

Liberian Speaker, Indian MP Shrikant Shinde call for united fight against terrorism

Liberian Speaker, Indian MP Shrikant Shinde call for united fight against terrorism

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): Speaker of Liberia's House of Representatives, Richard Nagbe Koon, and Indian MP Shrikant Shinde...

Indian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity

Indian leaders in Liberia highlight Pakistan's role in terrorism, call for global unity

Monrovia [Liberia], June 3 (ANI): Group 4 of the all-party delegation visiting Liberia, underlined the global threat of terrorism,...

Delegation led by Shrikant Shinde meets Liberian Senate Leader, highlights global security and fight against terrorism

Delegation led by Shrikant Shinde meets Liberian Senate Leader, highlights global security and fight against terrorism

Monrovia [Liberia] Jun 3 (ANI): Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, heading an all-party Indian delegation, along with other members met...

Egypt visit day one 'very productive, fruitful, constructive': Congress MP Manish Tewari

Egypt visit day one 'very productive, fruitful, constructive': Congress MP Manish Tewari

Cairo [Egypt], June 3 (ANI): Congress MP Manish Tewari said the Indian all-party parliamentary delegation began its visit to Egypt...

Indian all-party delegation discusses counter-terrorism cooperation with Egypt's Foreign Affairs Council

Indian all-party delegation discusses counter-terrorism cooperation with Egypt's Foreign Affairs Council

Cairo [Egypt], June 3 (ANI): A Group 7 delegation of Indian parliamentarians, led by Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar)...

Grateful for Paraguay's support in combating terrorism, promoting interests and voices of Global South: President Murmu

Grateful for Paraguay's support in combating terrorism, promoting interests and voices of Global South: President Murmu

New Delhi [India], June 3 (ANI): President Droupadi Murmu has expressed gratitude to Paraguay for its continued support of India's...

MAURITANIA-NOUAKCHOTT-CHINA-AFRICA GREEN TECHNOLOGY PARK-INTERVIEW

MAURITANIA-NOUAKCHOTT-CHINA-AFRICA GREEN TECHNOLOGY PARK-INTERVIEW

(250602) -- NOUAKCHOTT, June 2, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Mauritanian Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development Messouda Baham Mohamed...

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India's annual GDP growth slows to 6.5%, lowest in four years

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