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      14 May

      Turkey set to vote in presidential, parliamentary polls today

      Erdogan’s two-decade rule may end Turkey’s demographics are also expected to play a role. Most of the provinces struck by the February earthquake were strongholds of Erdogan and his AK Party. But Supreme Election Council (YSK) chief Ahmet Yener said last month that at least 1 million voters in quake-stricken zones are expected not to vote this year amid displacement. Ankara [Turkey]: Turkey’s presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled on Sunday will have President Recep Tayyip Erdogan facing unprecedented challenges that could end his two-decade rule, reported CNN. Polls show Erdogan trailing behind the main opposition candidate Kemal Kilicdaroglu. If neither of the candidates wins more than 50 per cent of the vote to secure an outright win, there will be…

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    • 14 May

      Thailand elections today: Young voters call for change in military-dominated kingdom

      Pheu Thai, a party linked to the self-exiled billionaire Thaksin Shinawatra, has a big lead in opinion polls as it did in previous elections, followed by another opposition party, Move Forward, which is seeking to mobilise youth voters. Bangkok [Thailand]: As Thailand prepares for elections on Sunday, young voters spearhead ‘earth-shaking’ calls for change in the military-dominated kingdom, reported CNN. Voting is scheduled to begin at 8 am (01:00 GMT) on Sunday and will conclude at 5 pm (10:00 GMT). About 52 million voters will choose members of a new 500-seat House of Representatives for the next four years. A total of 500 seats are up for grabs in the lower house of parliament – 400 are constituency seats with…

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    • 14 May

      What has made Germany so popular among Indian students?

      Germany has become a popular destination for Indian students seeking higher education abroad. In recent years, the number of Indian students studying in Germany has increased significantly, making it one of the top destinations for Indian students. This trend can be attributed to several factors, including the high-quality education system, English-taught programmes, work, and study opportunities. Let us take a closer look at each of these factors to understand why Germany has become such a popular destination for Indian students. HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATION: Germany has a long-standing tradition of providing high-quality education, which is highly regarded worldwide. German universities are known for their rigorous academic programs, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. Many German universities have a strong focus on research, which…

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    • 14 May

      Imran Khan pledges to maintain good ties with Pakistan Army Chief

      Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan has pledged that he will maintain good relations with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Asim Munir, once he comes to power, reported ARY News. Khan said that he has never made disparaging remarks about Munir, and added that he swore to maintain a good relationship with the army commander, after coming to power. He claimed that the army chief was being misinformed about him by others. He also said he had already sent the army chief a message, according to ARY News. “After reaching court, it came to my knowledge that people were killed. I had already warned about the consequences if I am arrested,” said Imran Khan. According to the PTI chief, people expressed their…

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    • 14 May

      Zelenskyy meets Pope Francis at Vatican and seeks backing for Ukraine’s peace plan

      Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had private talks with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Saturday, later saying he sought support for Ukraine’s peace plan from the pontiff, who in the past has offered to try to help end the full-scale war launched by Russia a year ago. Zelenskyy held his hand over his heart and said it was a “great honor” to meet with the pope. Francis, using a cane for his knee problem, came to greet the Ukrainian president before ushering him into a papal studio near the Vatican’s audience hall. In a tweet after the 40-minute audience, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Francis for “his personal attention to the tragedy of millions of Ukrainians.” He said he spoke with…

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    • 14 May

      India looking to force ‘colonial reckoning’ on Britain with series of demands

      India is set to launch a campaign against Britain in an attempt to reclaim thousands of artefacts currently housed in UK museums as well as one of the crown jewels. The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, has targeted the Koh-i-Noor diamond which is held in trust for the King and a number of museum collection pieces. The Koh-i-noor was seized by the East India Company after its victory in the Second Anglo-Sikh War of 1849. The diamond was not used in the Coronation earlier this month, with Buckingham Palace opting to use Queen Mary’s Crown instead. Ministerial and diplomatic staff will be set up to ensure the smooth transition of the artefacts, one source told The Telegraph the move was…

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    • 14 May

      Queen Letizia of Spain broke protocol at Coronation and was ‘ignored’, claims expert

      Queen Letizia and Felipe were seen leaving the Spanish Embassy in London before heading to Buckingham Palace where the pre-Coronation reception with other royals took place. The royal couple posed for the press outside the embassy while they were waiting for their car, and the cameras captured an interesting moment involving Queen Letizia, King Felipe and their driver. After posing for pictures, Queen Letizia decided to walk over to the car but King Felipe didn’t follow his wife. Instead, he stood by the front door and watched Queen Letizia break the royal protocol. Royal rules dictate that the king should always walk ahead but on this occasion, Letizia didn’t wait for her husband and decided to head towards the car without him.…

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    • 14 May

      Russia loses four aircraft shot out of the sky on Putin’s side of the Ukraine border

      The helicopters and fighter jets were said to be flying near Bryansk, Russia Reports indicated a Su-34 and Su-35 jet and two Mi-8 helicopters were downed Two Russian warplanes and two military helicopters appear to have been shot out of the sky today close to the border with Ukraine in suspected missile strikes. Videos posted on Russian social media on Saturday appeared to show the fighter jets and helicopters being downed over the Bryansk region, bordering Ukraine. Reports indicated a Su-34 supersonic fighter-bomber and a Su-35 single-seater fighter were downed. Two Mi-8 helicopters were shot down, one over Klintsy, a town in Bryansk region, and the other close to Volkustichi village in Unechsky district, it was reported. While some reports…

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    • 14 May

      Erdogan on brink of election defeat but West may still not be happy, experts warn

      The end of authoritarian rule by Recep Tayyip Erdogan won’t make Turkey an easier partner for the West, experts have warned. Polls show that opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu was likely to win tomorrow’s presidential elections in a “defining” vote to end 20 years of ‘modern quasi authoritarian” rule by 69-year-old Erdogan. While this will herald major domestic changes, such as improved human rights and economic and political reform, it will not make Turkey more “western leaning” as some experts hope, said Dr Ziya Meral, Senior Associate Fellow with the RUSI think tank tonight. “If Erdogan loses, which is very likely, it will be a defining moment because it will show that, even after 20 years of modern quasi- authoritarianism, things…

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    • 13 May

      Imran Khan finally leaves Islamabad High Court premises after being granted bai

      Police cammandos escorted former Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan (C) as he arrived at the high court in Islamabad on May 12, 2023. ISLAMABAD: After a protracted standoff with authorities, Pakistan’s ousted prime minister Imran Khan left the premises of the Islamabad High Court on Friday night despite being granted bail in a number of cases. Three different benches of the Islamabad High Court (IHC) granted relief to the 70-year-old Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party chief. However, despite the bail being granted, Khan remained within the premises as he and his legal team were locked in apparent negotiations with authorities over his exit from the court. “Imran Khan has finally left the Islamabad High Court. He remained inside the premises for hours…

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