Indian Embassy Rescues 14 Youths from Laos Cyber-Scam Centres

Indian Embassy Rescues 14 Youths from Laos Cyber-Scam Centres

The Indian Embassy in Laos rescued 14 Indian youths from cyber-scam centres in the Golden Triangle SEZ. The victims were lured to Laos with fraudulent job offers and then held captive. The Embassy has issued warnings and advisories to Indian workers considering employment in Laos. Similar incidents have been reported in other Southeast Asian countries, highlighting the need for international efforts to combat this issue. Aug 7, 2024
India, US working to 'shape the future', write Blinken, Austin

US and India Unite to Counter China's Influence in Semiconductors and Bolster Supply Chain Resilience

The US-India strategic partnership is crucial in shaping the future of sectors like AI, semiconductors, and clean energy. The partnership has evolved with a focus on joint investments in future-shaping sectors and initiatives like the Quad and iCET. The collaboration serves as a counterbalance to China's influence in the semiconductor market and bolsters supply chain resilience. The alliance underscores the commitment of both nations to maintaining regional stability and security, indicating the evolving nature of 21st-century international relations. Aug 7, 2024
Replacing table sugar with artificial sweetener safe for diabetics in small doses: Study

Artificial Sweeteners: A Potential Ally for Diabetics?

The recent study led by Dr. V. Mohan, a senior Diabetologist and Chairman of the Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF) in Chennai, has shed light on the effects of replacing table sugar with artificial sweeteners in diabetics. Aug 7, 2024
Paris Olympics: Viktor Axelsen retains badminton title to be among the greatest

Paris Olympics: Viktor Axelsen retains badminton title

Holding Denmark's national flag over his head, Viktor Axelsen celebrated his victory after retaining his Olympics men's singles title in the badminton competition at the Paris 2024 on Monday. Axelsen, the only non-Asian badminton medallist at the Games, defeated Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn 21-11, 21-11 in the final. Aug 6, 2024
101 killed in attacks, violence across Bangladesh

EAM Jaishankar briefs all-party meet on Bangladesh situation

The Central government has called an all-party meeting on Tuesday regarding the situation in Bangladesh, in which External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar briefed leaders of all political parties about the situation in the violence-struck nation and the steps taken by the Indian government. Aug 6, 2024