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India, Singapore begin joint military excercise "Bold Kurukshetra 2025" in Jodhpur

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India], July 27 (ANI): The 14th edition of the India-Singapore Joint Military Exercise, Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025, began on Sunday in Jodhpur with the aim of improving coordination between the two armies in mechanised warfare through tabletop discussions and computer-based wargames, as part of efforts to improve interoperability under a United Nations mandate, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) sai

"Andhra Pradesh devastated during YSRCP rule": Nara Lokesh criticises previous govt

Singapore City (Singapore) [India], July 27 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh on Sunday criticised the YSR Congress Party, claiming that the state was left in a state of devastation over the past five years and asserted that the new government is working diligently to rebuild and restore it.

Addressing the Telugu diaspora meeting organised by Andhra Pradesh Non-Resident Telugu (APNRT) Society, Lokesh sai

Andhra CM meets Indian High Commissioner in Singapore, aims to strengthen collaboration

Singapore City [Singapore], July 27(ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday emphasised that progressive policies are currently being implemented in the state to facilitate investments from Singapore-based enterprises.

As part of his official visit to Singapore, CM Chandrababu Naidu met with Shilpak Ambule, the Indian High Commissioner to Singapore.

During the meeting, the High Commis

Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 to kick off at Jodhpur, advancing India-Singapore defence cooperation

Jodhpur (Rajasthan) [India] July 27 (ANI): The 14th edition of the India-Singapore Joint Military Exercise, Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025, is set to commence today at Jodhpur and will continue till August 4, 2025, according to the Ministry of Defence press release.

The exercise will witness the participation of the 42 Singapore Armoured Regiment of the 4 Singapore Armoured Brigade and the Indian Army's Mechanise

China Sports Weekly (7.20-7.26)

BEIJING, July 12 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:

1. Torch relay for 2025 World Games starts in Sichuan

The World Games celebrated a milestone on July 26 as its historic first torch relay was held in southwest China's Sichuan Province, ahead of the 12th edition of the event to be hosted in Chengdu.

The inaugural flame was lit at the iconic Sanxingdui Museum

(SP)SINGAPORE-WORLD AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS-SWIMMING-PRESS CONFERENCE

(250726) -- SINGAPORE, July 26, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Kajimoto Ichika of Japan attends the pre-competition press conference of swimming at the World Aquatics Championship in Singapore on Jul 26, 2025. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

Nifty falls below 25000, Sensex slips under 82000 in opening amid FPI selling pressure

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], July 25 (ANI): Indian stock markets came under pressure on Friday as selling by Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) weighed on investor sentiment.

At the time of reporting, the Nifty 50 stood at 25,010.35, down 51.75 points or 0.21 per cent, while the BSE Sensex was trading at 82,065.76, a decline of 118.41 points or 0.14 per cent.

Ajay Bagga, Banking and Market Expert, told ANI

(SP)SINGAPORE-WATER POLO-WORLD AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS-MEN-FINAL-ESP VS HUN

(250725) -- SINGAPORE, July 25, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Players of Spain react during the water polo men's gold medal match between Spain and Hungary at the World Aquatics Championships 2025 in Singapore on July 24, 2025. (Xinhua/Xue Yuge)

Afghanistan to send 2,000 workers to Qatar amid rising joblessness, refugee return

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 25 (ANI): Afghanistan's Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs has announced the planned deployment of 2,000 Afghan workers to Qatar, offering legal employment opportunities amid growing unemployment and an influx of returning refugees, Khaama Press reported.

According to a statement issued by the Taliban-run ministry on Wednesday, July 23, and posted on its official X account, 'Qatar has

Andhra Pradesh: CM Chandrababu Naidu to embark on 6-day Singapore visit to boost global investment

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) [India], July 24 (ANI): Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu will embark on a six-day visit to Singapore from July 26 to 31, aimed at attracting investments to Andhra Pradesh.

During the visit, the Chief Minister will engage with representatives of leading global companies, business owners, prominent industrialists, and notable personalities.

This visit will mark his se

(SP)SINGAPORE-WATER POLO-WORLD AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS-MEN-GRE VS SRB

(250724) -- SINGAPORE, July 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Efstathios Kalogeropoulos (R) of Greece competes during the water polo men's bronze medal match between Greece and Serbia at the World Aquatics Championships 2025 in Singapore on July 24, 2025. (Xinhua/Xue Yuge)

(SP)SINGAPORE-WORLD AQUATICS CHAMPIONSHIPS-ARTISTIC SWIMMING-TEAM ACROBATIC-PRELIMINARY

(250724) -- SINGAPORE, July 24, 2025 (Xinhua) -- Team Singapore perform during the team acrobatic preliminary of artistic swimming at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, July 24, 2025. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

Nifty, Sensex open flat, awaiting details of India-UK Free Trade Agreement to be signed today

New Delhi [India], July 24 (ANI): Domestic Stock markets opened flat on Thursday, anticipating investor sentiments to turn positive with India and the UK set to formalise the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) later in the day.

The expected optimism is supported by the recent global developments, including the US-Japan trade deal.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,243.30, gaining 23.40 points or 0.09 per cent, while

Flash floods wreak havoc in eastern Afghanistan, 3 dead

Khost [Afghanistan], July 24 (ANI): Flash floods have caused severe destruction across Afghanistan's eastern provinces of Khost and Paktia, killing three people and damaging homes, farmland, and key infrastructure, Khaama Press reported.

According to Khaama Press, the floods swept through several districts in both provinces, disrupting lives and leaving widespread economic devastation in their wake.

Local o

Afghanistan passport ranked least powerful in 2025 with access to 26 countries

Kabul [Afghanistan], July 24 (ANI): Afghanistan's passport has been ranked the least powerful in the world in 2025, offering visa-free access to just 26 countries, reflecting the country's deepening global isolation, as reported by Khaama Press.

According to the Henley Passport Index for 2025, Afghanistan was ranked 106th, at the bottom of the global list, making it the most restricted passport worldwide.

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