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Clueless CSK

Clueless CSK

It seems the Chennai Super Kings is feeling the absence of their “Thalai” the cool captain MS Dhoni. The present captain seems to be clueless to think about the winning options, that too in our

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UAE announces decision to exit OPEC & OPEC+

UAE announces decision to exit OPEC & OPEC+

 The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday announced its decision to exit the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC and OPEC+), effective 1 May 2026. This decision reflects the UAE’s long-term strategic and economic vision

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Pakistan and New Zealand leaders discuss Middle East tensions in phone call

Pakistan and New Zealand leaders discuss Middle East tensions in phone call

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon have held a telephone conversation to discuss the evolving situation in the Middle East, according to officials.During the call on Tuesday, Luxon acknowledged Pakistan's recent diplomatic efforts aimed at facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran, as well as promoting regional stability.Sharif, for his part, briefed his New NewZealand counterpart on Islamabad's ongoing diplomatic outreach to support de-escalation and encourage peace in the region.Both leaders emphasized the importance of diplomatic engagement in addressing tensions and maintaining stability across the Middle East.  Related Story

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Train collision kills 15, injures dozens near Jakarta

Train collision kills 15, injures dozens near Jakarta

Indonesia's president ordered an investigation Tuesday after a long-distance train smashed into a stationary commuter train overnight, killing 15 people and injuring dozens.Officials ended a nearly 12-hour rescue effort near Bekasi Timur station, east of

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Israel military issues evacuation warning for area of south Lebanon

Israel military issues evacuation warning for area of south Lebanon

Israel's military on Tuesday warned residents of more than a dozen villages and towns in southern Lebanon to immediately evacuate and head northwards, saying it would respond to Hizbollah's "violation of the ceasefire" there.The military

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RAK posts 15.5% growth in economic licence capital in Q1

RAK posts 15.5% growth in economic licence capital in Q1

Ras Al Khaimah recorded a 15.5 per cent increase in the total capital of economic licences in the first quarter of 2026, reaching around Dhs11.497 billion, reflecting continued investor confidence and a strong business environment.Commercial

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Al Fahim Motors Partners with Li Auto Inc. to launch prem…

Al Fahim Motors Partners with Li Auto Inc. to launch prem…

 Al Fahim Motors, a member of Al Fahim Group, officially signed a strategic partnership agreement with Li Auto Inc. during a ceremony held on 25 April 2026 at Li Auto’s headquarters in Beijing, China, marking

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Amazon launches 29 Satellites as part of Amazon Leo project

Amazon launches 29 Satellites as part of Amazon Leo project

Amazon announced the successful launch of 29 new satellites as part of its satellite internet provider, Amazon Leo- formerly Project Kuiper- from Cape Canaveral in the US state of Florida, using the ULA Atlas 5 rocket.The company explained that this step aims to enhance its satellite network in low Earth orbit. Through these intensive launches, Amazon seeks to accelerate the schedule for operating its high-speed Internet service and fulfill its legal obligations to operate half of its planned network before mid-2026.The project aims to deploy a constellation of 3,236 satellites to provide broadband Internet coverage globally.  Related Story

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UAE leads GCC in women’s board representation for third year

UAE leads GCC in women’s board representation for third year

Results of the "GCC Board Gender Index Report 2026" showed continued progress in women’s representation, reaching 7 percent of board positions across the GCC, compared to 6.9 percent in 2025, with the UAE ranking first

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Gunman, reportedly age 89, opens fire in Athens

Gunman, reportedly age 89, opens fire in Athens

A gunman opened fire at a social security office and at a courthouse in central Athens on Tuesday, wounding several people, Greek authorities said. A police operation was underway to locate the gunman, who Greek