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Nick Booker: IndoGenius Co-Founder Bridging Global Education with India at NDTV World Summit
Oct 10, 2025 10:54 pm CST
Nick Booker, co-founder and CEO of IndoGenius, will be a featured speaker at the NDTV World Summit 2025. With an impressive track record of creating experiential learning programs that have connected over 1,600 international students with India, Booker has established partnerships with prestigious institutions worldwide while developing innovative educational initiatives including a major development project in Madhya Pradesh and mobile learning applications for Indian students.
Nitin Mittal: Deloitte's Global AI Leader and WSJ Bestselling Author to Speak at NDTV World Summit 2025
Oct 10, 2025 10:53 pm CST
Nitin Mittal, Deloitte's Principal and Global AI Leader with 27+ years of experience, will attend the NDTV World Summit 2025 in New Delhi. The co-author of Wall Street Journal bestseller "All-in on AI" and recipient of the AI Innovator of the Year award will join global leaders at Bharat Mandapam to discuss the summit's theme of "Risk, Resolve, and Renewal."
Taliban Minister Muttaqi Claims Afghanistan Free of Terror Groups During Historic India Visit
Oct 10, 2025 09:59 pm CST
During his landmark visit to India, Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi claimed Afghanistan has eliminated all terrorist organizations from its soil and called on Pakistan to follow suit. The visit marked a significant diplomatic milestone as India announced plans to upgrade its mission in Kabul to a full embassy, signaling improving relations between the nations despite ongoing regional security challenges.
IUCN Report: Over 48,000 Species Now Threatened with Extinction as Arctic Wildlife Faces Accelerating Climate Impact
Oct 10, 2025 09:28 pm CST
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has released an updated red list revealing 48,646 species now at risk of extinction globally. Arctic seals have been reclassified to higher threat levels due to climate change occurring four times faster in polar regions, while 61% of bird species worldwide show declining populations. Despite these alarming trends, conservation success stories like the green turtle's recovery demonstrate effective protection can reverse species decline.
US Executions in 2025 Could Reach Highest Number Since 2012, Driven by Florida and Other Republican-Led States
Oct 10, 2025 09:25 pm CST
US executions in 2025 have reached 35 with seven more scheduled, potentially becoming the highest annual total since 2012. Four Republican-led states—Florida, Texas, Alabama, and South Carolina—account for 76% of these executions, with Florida showing the most dramatic increase under Governor DeSantis. This trend coincides with President Trump's calls for expanded use of capital punishment, though remains well below the 1999 peak of 98 executions.
190-Million-Year-Old Xiphodracon: New Ichthyosaur Species Discovered on Britain's Jurassic Coast
Oct 10, 2025 09:25 pm CST
Scientists have identified a new ichthyosaur species named Xiphodracon goldencapensis ("Sword Dragon of Dorset") from a nearly complete 190-million-year-old skeleton discovered on Britain's Jurassic Coast. This unique dolphin-sized marine reptile, featuring a distinctive sword-like snout and large eye socket, represents an important discovery that helps fill gaps in our understanding of ichthyosaur evolution.
Donald Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Pursuit: Recognition Eludes Former President Despite Diplomatic Efforts
Oct 10, 2025 08:51 pm CST
Former President Donald Trump, who has consistently sought the Nobel Peace Prize, was passed over in favor of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. Despite Trump's claims of ending multiple conflicts and securing nominations from world leaders, the Norwegian Nobel Committee recognized Machado's democratic advocacy instead, highlighting the complex nature of international peace recognition amid ongoing global conflicts.
Israel-Hamas Gaza Ceasefire Takes Effect: Key Details of the Historic Peace Agreement
Oct 10, 2025 08:51 pm CST
A comprehensive ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has taken effect in Gaza, marking a potential end to the two-year conflict that has claimed tens of thousands of lives. The agreement includes the withdrawal of Israeli troops to new positions, the planned release of 48 hostages in exchange for 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, and the reopening of border crossings to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery to areas experiencing severe food shortages.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Honored with 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for Democracy Advocacy
Oct 10, 2025 08:45 pm CST
Maria Corina Machado, Venezuela's prominent opposition leader, has been awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her courageous fight for democracy against the Maduro regime. Despite facing threats and persecution, she continues to inspire millions while living in hiding within Venezuela, embodying resilience in the face of authoritarianism.
White House Criticizes Nobel Committee After Trump Overlooked for Peace Prize in Favor of Venezuelan Activist
Oct 10, 2025 08:28 pm CST
The White House has sharply criticized the Nobel Committee for awarding the 2025 Peace Prize to Venezuelan pro-democracy activist Maria Corina Machado instead of Donald Trump. Spokesperson Steven Cheung claimed the committee "places politics over peace," while Trump had previously claimed credit for resolving multiple international conflicts, including between India and Pakistan, assertions that India has explicitly denied. Machado was recognized for her courage in standing against Venezuela's authoritarian regime despite threats to her life.