14 Killed, 17 Injured In Road Accident At Egypt
After two buses collided with each other, 14 people were killed and 17 others were injured on January 8, in Sinai-Peninsula, Egypt. As per officials, the buses collided while speeding in poor visibility due to fog, following which the victims were taken to a hospital nearby. According to the official figures, about 7,000 people were killed on the country's roads in 2020.
Tags: World, Egypt, accident, Casuality, Road accident
Courtesy: Free Press Journal
Bangladesh Reports 1,116 New COVID Cases In 24 Hours
In the past 24 hours, 1,116 new COVID-19 cases have been reported in Bangladesh, taking the overall tally to 1,592,209, with most cases recorded in Dhaka. Around 154 people recovered, while 19,275 samples were tested across the country, for a positivity rate of 5.79 percent. As per figures, the recovery rate is 97.39 percent, and the mortality rate is 1.76 percent.
Tags: World, Covid-19 Test, Cases, Recovery, Bangladesh
Courtesy: BD News 24
Malta To Give Cash Rewards To Foreign Visitors For Reviving Tourism
Mediterranean country Malta has announced to pay $238.10 (Rs 3400) to each tourist, if S/he chooses to stay in the country for a minimum period of three days. Aimed at reviving the tourism industry, the announcement is expected to benefit about 35,000 visitors. Reportedly, all the foreign tourists will be entitled to the uniform cash reward. Notably, the tourism industry contributes 27% to the country's economy.
Tags: Malta, Mediterranean Sea, World, Tourism
Courtesy: India.com
64% Of Global Arable Land At Pesticide Pollution Risk; Asia Worst Sufferer
A study published in Nature Geoscience has revealed that around 64% of the world’s total arable land is exposed to pesticide pollution. The report, assessing 168 countries, stated that one-third of the areas surveyed are at high risk of pollution caused by 92 chemicals used in pesticides. Including 'food bowl' countries, Asia accounts for largest polluted lands, especially from China, Japan, Malaysia and Philippines. Alarmingly, 34% of the… read-more
Tags: environment, Agriculture, World, Farmers, Pollution
Courtesy: Down To Earth
World Air Forces Report: USA Has Largest Fleet, India Ranks 4th
The World Air Forces Report has revealed that India, with 2,119 active fleet, stands fourth among the countries having strongest air force in the world. The list has been topped by the USA with 13,232 active fleet. Moreover, Russia with 4,143 and China owning 3,260 aircrafts have been ranked second and third respectively. The report published by Flight International and Embraer ranked S-Korea, Japan, Pakistan and France on fifth, sixth,… read-more
Tags: World, Defence, Air Force, USA
Courtesy: Money Control
Brazilian Government Repealed Mangrove Protection Rules; Ecologists Warn of Disasters
The Brazilian government on September 28, repealed the mangrove conservation including the coastal ecosystem norms. Environmentalists criticized the decision, warning the government of the disastrous effect on the ecosystem. The regulations aimed at protecting tropical mangroves and the sand-dune scrubland, on the Atlantic coast. Earlier, the Bolsonaro regime tried to weaken the Environment Council by reducing its strength and placing more of… read-more
Tags: Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, Climate Change, environment, Coronavirus, World
Courtesy: WION News
Nobel Prize Money Increased to 10 Million Crowns
The prize money for the prestigious Nobel Prizes has been raised this year by 1 million crowns ($110, 000), taking the total amount to 10 million crowns. The Nobel Foundation said this was done due to the stable condition of its cost and capital. The prize money has continued to rise since the awards’ inception in 1901, except for a cut down of 2 million crowns in 2012.
Tags: Nobel Prize, Nobel foundation, World, US Elections, 2020
Courtesy: The Times of India
Mexico Seeks Report from US Over Alleged Migrant Abuse at Detention Centres
Mexico has asked a report from the US for allegedly abusing immigrants in detention centers. Reportedly, US authorities are blamed for sexual-abuse and unauthorised hysterectomies in Georgia detention centers. Mexican ministry also mentioned a case of sexual-abuse by US 'Immigration and Custom Enforcement(ICE)' agents. The Ministry claimed it has increased the attention over Mexican-detainees, and will also follow through the diplomatic and… read-more
Tags: United States, Mexico, immigrants, Sexual assault allegations, US-mexico relations, World
Courtesy: Reuters
Abraham Accord: Israel, UAE and Bahrain Sign Agreement in Event Hosted by Trump
Israel, UAE and Bahrain signed the 'Abraham Accord' at a ceremony hosted by Trump at the White House. Israeli PM Netanyahu and Foreign Ministers of the UAE and Bahrain agreed to establish embassies and exchange ambassadors. The accord also stressed for working together to improve tourism, trade, healthcare and security. Trump called the agreement as foundation of comprehensive peace in Middle East while Netanyahu hailed it as 'pivot of… read-more
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Courtesy: The Hindu