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South Korean delegation to visit Czech Republic for nuclear power plant deal
Seoul, May 6 (IANS) A South Korean delegation was set to travel to the Czech Republic on Tuesday to attend the signing ceremony of a multibillion-dollar nuclear power plant deal and discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation with the European country, Seoul's industry ministry said.
Trump cuts hit US post offices, mail deliveries: Report
InternationalMay 06, 2025 2:14 AMNew York, May 6 (IANS) Jobs for thousands of letter and package delivery workers at the US Postal Service (USPS) and United Parcel Service (UPS) could be cut this year, with both looking to slash costs and streamline operations as the effects of US President Donald Trump's tariffs and digital innovation ripple through the economy, the Los Angeles Times reported.
UNSC holds closed consultation on India, Pak situation; president Sekeris calls it productive
InternationalMay 06, 2025 1:48 AMUnited Nations, May 6 (IANS) The Security Council met in a closed session on the tension between India and Pakistan, and its President Evangelos Sekeris described it afterwards as a “productive meeting”.
Three dead, nine missing after suspected smuggling boat capsizes off US San Diego coast
Los Angeles, May 6 (IANS) At least three people were confirmed dead and nine others remain missing after a suspected smuggling boat capsized and washed ashore near San Diego, California according to authorities.
2 killed, 42 injured in Israeli retaliatory airstrikes on Yemen's port city: Health authorities
InternationalMay 06, 2025 1:27 AMSanaa, May 6 (IANS) Israeli warplanes conducted dozens of airstrikes on Yemen's Hodeidah province, killing at least two people and wounding 42 others, according to health authorities run by the Houthi militant group.
Trump admin to pay $1,000 'stipend' for illegal immigrants' 'self-deportation'
InternationalMay 06, 2025 1:21 AMWashington, May 6 (IANS) The Donald Trump administration announced that it will pay illegal immigrants in the US 1,000 dollars plus their travel expenses if they leave voluntarily, in an effort to step up its mass deportation.
Congress to hold 'Save Constitution' rally in Ranchi today
New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) The Congress Party is set to organise a "Save Constitution" rally in Ranchi, Jharkhand, on Tuesday. The rally will be held at the historic Old Assembly Ground and aims to raise public awareness about the importance of safeguarding the Constitution of India.
CPI-M and CM Vijayan upset with KV Thomas over his remarks
Kochi, May 6 (IANS) The CPI-M and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan are deeply upset with former Congress leader K.V. Thomas, presently the representative of Kerala in New Delhi, over his remarks appreciating the role played by former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy in going forward with the now-commissioned Vizhinjam Port.
Season-ending injury for Tottenham midfielder Maddison
London, May 5 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur's England midfielder James Maddison is expected to miss the rest of the season with a knee injury, the club has confirmed on Monday.
Assam CM Sarma 'challenges' Rahul over Cong MP Gogoi's 'Pak links'
Guwahati, May 5 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday challenged Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to publicly state in Parliament whether MPs from his party are permitted to visit Pakistan.