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On March 31, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévt discussed security in the Middle East, Azerbaijan-Belgium relations, and cooperation within the EU during a call with Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov. They emphasized the need for diplomatic solutions and constructive dialogue.

Prime Minister Ünal Üstel of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus arrived in Azerbaijan on April 1, greeted by officials including Deputy Foreign Minister Samir Sharifov at the airport.

The ongoing US and Israeli conflict with Iran has led to a major sell-off in global equity markets, resulting in a loss of $11.5 trillion in market capitalization. Tensions and an energy crisis have fueled inflation concerns and commodity volatility.

(MENAFN- IANS) Raipur, March 29 (IANS) Isak Malsawmtluanga was nearly ready to give up weightlifting after losing both parents before turning 16. The tragedy deeply affected the Mizo teenager, but support from his childhood coach and his aunt and uncle helped save his sporting career. At 18, he

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Retail investor participation in terms of investment value has declined sharply in the current financial year, with total investments standing significantly lower compared to the previous year, according to a report by the National Stock Exchange of India.

The report

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Gold just crossed $4,120 per ounce. The metal isn't slowing down.

Central banks worldwide purchased 634 tonnes of gold through the first three quarters of 2025, with Q3 purchases jumping 28% from the previous quarter. Meanwhile, global gold production is forecast to peak in

Aurora Cannabis Inc. has been recognized for the second consecutive year in The Globe and Mail's 2026 Report on Business Women Lead Here, highlighting its commitment to gender diversity in leadership. Shares remain unchanged at $4.47.

A stampede during prayers at Mata Sheetla Temple in Nalanda resulted in eight fatalities and eight injuries due to severe overcrowding. Authorities are conducting rescue operations and an inquiry is underway, with assistance announced by Prime Minister Modi.

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Futures linked to Canadian stocks edged lower on Thursday, as investors remained wary amid conflicting signals from the U.S. and Iran on the Middle East war.
The TSX rumbled 441.01 points higher to close Wednesday at 32,382.60
June futures plummeted 0.8% Thursday.
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Iran's parliament committee has approved a proposal for tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring payment in rial and banning vessels linked to the US and Israel. The legislation awaits further parliamentary approval amid escalating regional tensions and ongoing military conflicts.

A Russian vessel delivered 700,000 barrels of oil to Cuba amid a severe energy crisis, marking the country's first oil shipment in three months. The U.S. permitted the delivery for humanitarian reasons, while the Kremlin expressed ongoing support for Cuba.

(MENAFN- IANS) Raebareli, April 1 (IANS) In a remarkable display of prompt response and coordination, the police saved the life of an 18-year-old youth in Uttar Pradesh's Raebareli after a distressing social media post signalled a potential suicide attempt. The incident highlights the growing role o

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)
As financial awareness grows, couples are redefining love, trust and responsibility before tying the knot

By: Waad Barakat


Marriage, in the UAE, is increasingly beginning with much more than the traditional logistics of wedding planning. For an increasing

Canada continues to support displaced Ukrainians by extending the CUAET program, allowing work and residence permit applications until March 2027 for those arriving by March 2024, as Minister Diab announced. The program has facilitated over 298,000 Ukrainian asylum seekers since 2022.

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, March 31 (IANS) In a swift operation following a murder case in Dabri, the Delhi Police on Tuesday said its AATS team of Dwarka District has arrested the prime accused, identified as Prem Sharma alias Himanshu, near Najafgarh (Kakrola) Nala Road in an encounter.
Acting on

The BJP has released its fourth list of candidates for the West Bengal Assembly elections, announcing 13 names and changing one candidate. Notable new entrants include former IPS officer Debashis Dhar and journalist Manav Guha. Six more candidate names are yet to be finalized.

The CMS COP15 in Brazil added 40 new species to international protection, highlighting the decline of many migratory species due to habitat destruction and pollution. Conservation efforts are crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health.

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Did you know employees working from home are subject to the same hours, performance standards and obligations as office-based staff?

By: Sahim Salim


Working from home in the UAE does not mean fewer rules or flexible obligations. Employees are still bound b

Samsung Electronics and AMD have formed a strategic partnership to develop advanced memory technologies, including HBM4 for AI workloads and DDR5 memory for EPYC processors. This collaboration aims to enhance AI performance and data center efficiency.

(MENAFN- The Conversation) Every year, the world uses roughly 37 billion barrels of oil. Most is burned to power cars, trucks, planes, ships and other types of transport. For more than a century, this energy-dense hydrocarbon has shaped the modern world, from geopolitics to electricity