Trump confirms opportunity for agreement with Iran

US President Donald Trump confirmed that there is a “very good chance” of reaching an agreement with Iran and said he had suspended a planned attack on Tehran after receiving what he described as a peace proposal from the Iranian side.

“Women are integral part of maritime

The message marked the International Day for Women in Maritime, observed annually on May 18, which aims to promote and celebrate women's contributions across the maritime industry and encourage gender equality in the sector.

GCC states achieve 100% vaccine coverage,

Data from the Statistical Center for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC-Stat) indicates that GCC states continue to strengthen their leadership role in global health.

Drone attack causes fire near Barakah nuclear

The Abu Dhabi Media Office said on Sunday that authorities contained a fire that broke out in an electrical generator located outside the inner perimeter of the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant following a drone attack.

India restricts silver bar imports amid rupee

Certain categories of silver imports have also been brought under Reserve Bank of India regulations.

Delhi Metro to add 24 extra train trips from May

As part of its operational preparedness for increased demand and anticipating a likely shift from road to the Metro in the existing scenario, the DMRC will introduce 24 additional train trips from six additional trains every Monday, starting from May 18.

Nepal’s ‘Everest Man’ sets

Nepal's Sherpa climber and guide Kami Rita on Sunday morning set a world record for summiting Mount Everest, for the 32nd time, a record number of times by a single person. He is 56 years old.

WHO declares international health emergency over

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Sunday declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a “public health emergency of international concern” following a rise in confirmed and suspected cases in the region.

India’s CBSE makes three-language

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has made the study of three languages compulsory for Class IX students from July 1, 2026, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

UAE says OPEC exit rooted in national interest

The UAE has said its decision to withdraw from OPEC and the OPEC+ alliance was a sovereign and strategic move aimed at supporting the country’s long-term economic vision.

Putin to visit China days after Trump’s Beijing

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China on May 19 and 20 for high-level talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Nepal SC restrains govt from collecting customs

Petitioners argued that the policy of imposing customs duty on goods exceeding NRS 100 is inconsistent with provisions of the Customs Act, 2081, particularly those relating to exemptions.