A Red Cross delegation has visited the 25 crew members onboard the Hijacked Galaxy Leader vessel, which has been held by Houthi rebels since November 2020. The visit was the second by ICRC since the hijacking and aimed to monitor the conditions of detention and facilitate communication between the crew members and their families. Yemeni officials claim that the release of the crew members is dependent on negotiations with Hamas.
In a brief meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi discuss mutual concerns and bilateral relations. The meeting took place before the BRICS nations' meeting, where the two countries are part of the emerging economies bloc. The meeting comes at a critical time as tensions rise in West Asia due to conflicts involving Iran and other neighboring countries like Israel and Yemen.
GRM Overseas Ltd, a food processing company based in New Delhi, is facing criticism and questioning from investors after it was revealed that there is no data available for a recent block deal in which the company was involved. Despite operating for over 25 years, the lack of transparency in this deal has raised concerns about the company's financial practices and trustworthiness among stakeholders. The company has not released an official statement or explanation, leaving investors and the market unsure of the implications of this news.
In a nail-biting match between Yemen and Orvañanos, tensions rose as both teams struggled to break the tie. Jasim's long distance shot left Ali scrambling to prevent a goal, resulting in a yellow card. Referee calls a foul in favor of Yemen after Dahi was beaten in midfield. A potential goal for Yemen was thwarted by the goalkeeper's impressive save. Despite multiple close calls, the match ends in a draw with no clear winner.
Boby Chemmanur, a businessman and philanthropist, has announced plans to produce a film chronicling the journey of hope and redemption of Abdul Rahim, who was sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia. Through unwavering solidarity and compassion, the Malayali community raised a staggering Rs 34 crore to secure Rahim's release from jail. The project aims to showcase the inherent goodness and compassion of the Malayali community, with any profits being directed towards the relief activities of the Boche Charitable Trust. Attention has also turned to the case of Nimisha Priya, currently imprisoned in Yemen, with Boby expressing his commitment to ensuring justice and fairness in all endeavours.
US Special Envoy for Yemen, Tim Lenderking, emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire by the Houthi rebel group during a press briefing. He warned that Houthi attacks in the Red Sea are jeopardizing the ongoing peace process in Yemen and hindering crucial humanitarian aid to the region. Lenderking's discussions in Oman and Saudi Arabia included commending Oman's efforts in facilitating peace talks and engaging with regional partners. He called for a halt in Houthi attacks to refocus on the Yemen peace process and address the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people for a two-state solution.
In a surprise attack, 11 fighters loyal to the Yemeni government were killed while repelling Houthi rebels in the southern Lahij province. The Southern Transitional Council confirmed their fighters were the target of the attack, which lasted for five hours. Despite a lull in fighting, sporadic clashes like these continue to occur in Yemen, with no clear end in sight.
The tension continues to rise in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers as Qatar's Al-Annabi secure two impressive victories in Group A. Meanwhile, Japan and South Korea establish themselves as early front-runners in Groups B and C, respectively. As the competition intensifies, teams strive to secure spots for not just the FIFA World Cup 2026 but also the AFC Asian Cup 2027.
In the latest episode of CNN 10, we discuss the recent airstrikes by the US and its allies on Iranian-linked militia targets in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen, and the potential impact on escalating tensions in the Middle East. We also take you to London's wetlands where a long-extinct species is making a comeback, and highlight the legacies of two influential figures in American history.
HPCL's stock reaches a three-day high and hits 52-week high on Friday amid speculations that oil marketing companies will increase oil prices after the 2024 General Elections. Despite slipping by 1.63%, HPCL's stock continues to remain high, resulting in a potential price hike in the future. Analysts predict that OMCs may achieve good marketing margins in FY25 if the government continues to not cut oil prices and with the recent disturbances in sea supplies due to tension in Yemen's Red Sea region.