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IMF releases AI preparedness index for 174 countries
June 27, 2024
IMF releases AI preparedness index for 174 countries
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its AI Preparedness Index (AIPI) on Tuesday, assessing the readiness of 174 countries for artificial intelligence (AI). The AIPI Dashboard evaluates these economies based on their digital infrastructure, human capital, labor policies, innovation, integration,…
20th of Dhul-Hajjah marks week-long celebrations honouring blessed birthday of Imam al-Kadhim, peace be upon him
June 27, 2024
20th of Dhul-Hajjah marks week-long celebrations honouring blessed birthday of Imam al-Kadhim, peace be upon him
Imam Musa ibn Jafar al-kadhim, peace be upon them both, was born during the last ten days of the month of Dhul-Hajjah in the year 128 AH in an area between Mecca and Medina called “Abwa”, according to Shia scholars…
Euro 2024 Tarnished by Sponsors’ Alleged Ties to Uyghur Forced Labor
June 27, 2024
Euro 2024 Tarnished by Sponsors’ Alleged Ties to Uyghur Forced Labor
The beautiful game faces a growing ethical controversy as human rights activists slam UEFA, the governing body of European football, for partnering with Chinese sponsors accused of profiting from Uyghur forced labor, RFA reported in an article yesterday. According to…
Deadly Mpox Strain Emerges in DR Congo, Raising Global Concerns
June 27, 2024
Deadly Mpox Strain Emerges in DR Congo, Raising Global Concerns
A highly contagious and deadly strain of mpox is spreading in the Democratic Republic of Congo, sparking fears of international transmission, the Gurdian reported yesterday. According to the article, the new variant, affecting both adults and children, appears to be…
Devastating Monsoon Rains Batter Nepal, Leaving at Least 20 Dead
June 27, 2024
Devastating Monsoon Rains Batter Nepal, Leaving at Least 20 Dead
Heavy downpours have triggered deadly landslides and flash floods in Nepal over the past two days, resulting in at least 20 fatalities, Reuters reported yesterday. In Lamjung district, landslides swept away three houses overnight, killing four people, including two children.…
Pakistan Security Arrests Two Top Pakistani Taliban Commanders
June 27, 2024
Pakistan Security Arrests Two Top Pakistani Taliban Commanders
Security forces in Pakistan’s southwest have arrested two key commanders of the Pakistani Taliban, the Associated Press reported yesterday. Baluchistan Interior Minister Ziaullah Langau confirmed the arrests of Commander Nasrullah and Commander Idress, stating the move was part of a…
Indian troops kill three Kashmiri youth in Doda
June 27, 2024
Indian troops kill three Kashmiri youth in Doda
Indian soldiers have killed three Kashmiri youth in Doda district of Indian-controlled Kashmir, Kashmir Media Service reported yesterday. According to the source, the youth were killed by Indian troops and paramilitary personnel in the garb of cordon and search operation…
Shirazi-affilaited centres celebrate blessed occasion of Eid al-Ghadir
June 26, 2024
Shirazi-affilaited centres celebrate blessed occasion of Eid al-Ghadir
Many religious, cultural, and charitable centres affiliated with the offices of Grand Ayatollah Shirazi in Iraq and around the world have organized a series of humanitarian and ceremonial activities to celebrate Eid al-Ghadir. Shirazi-affilaited charities, centres and organizations in Iraqi…
19th of Dhul-Hajjah marks “Mazlumiyyah of Karbala World Day”
June 26, 2024
19th of Dhul-Hajjah marks “Mazlumiyyah of Karbala World Day”
For several years, the 19th of Dhul Hajjah has been commemorated as a historical event related to the land of Karbala in the Shiite calendar. Mazlumiyyah refers to the injustice and oppression inflicted upon Karbala and the Master of the…
Pakistani Farmers Struggle as Costs Rise, Crop Prices Fall
June 26, 2024
Pakistani Farmers Struggle as Costs Rise, Crop Prices Fall
Pakistani farmers are facing a financial crisis: Production costs for crops like wheat and cotton have doubled in a year due to rising prices for fertilizers, fuel, and electricity. At the same time, government policies and imports have driven down…