Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar strongly supports the US airstrikes against Houthi rebels in Yemen, emphasizing their importance in deterring terrorism and safeguarding maritime trade. He stresses the need to hold Iran, the main sponsor of the Houthis, accountable for their actions and to defeat radical forces like Hamas and the Houthis to achieve lasting peace in the region.
The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee has reaffirmed its commitment to increasing reservation to 42% and called on the Central government to lift the existing 50% ceiling on quotas. This comes after the Telangana government passed a bill to increase reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) to 42%, a move hailed as a "revolutionary step towards social justice" by Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi.
Nurses in India are fighting for spousal transfer policies in medical institutes, arguing that the lack of such policies discriminates against women and violates their constitutional rights. They are urging the government to formulate and enforce comprehensive guidelines that prioritize spousal considerations, enabling families to maintain a stable and cohesive environment.
The United Arab Emirates commemorates "Zayed Humanitarian Day" on March 19th, honoring the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan's legacy of philanthropy and global humanitarian leadership. This year's commemoration highlights the UAE's ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities worldwide, exemplified by initiatives like the "Zayed Humanitarian Legacy Initiative" and "Operation Chivalrous Knight ...
The Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) showcased its drone-based mangrove cultivation technologies in Bahrain, highlighting its commitment to regional collaboration and innovative solutions for mangrove restoration. This initiative supports the UAE's ambitious goal of planting 100 million mangrove trees by 2030 and contributes to global efforts to mitigate climate change.