Cambodia–Thailand ceasefire: Trump takes credit; declares himself ‘prez of peace’

US President Donald Trump claimed credit for brokering a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, following deadly clashes along their disputed border. The truce, officially declared in Kuala Lumpur under Malaysian mediation, aims to halt the fighting that displaced thousands. While sporadic clashes persisted, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet thanked Trump for his support.

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Saudi Arabia’s PIF named most valuable and fastest-growing sovereign wealth fund brand in 2025

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has been ranked the most valuable and fastest-growing sovereign wealth fund in 2025, according to Brand Finance. With a brand value of $1.2 billion, PIF leads in global influence, strategic investments, and governance. BlackRock and JP Morgan top the asset management rankings, as branding becomes vital across global financial…

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Op Sindoor debate: Tejasvi Surya claims Nehru opposed army modernisation; Supriya Sule hits back

During a Lok Sabha debate on Operation Sindoor, BJP’s Tejasvi Surya claimed Nehru had a policy against a strong army, favoring police for security. NCP (SP) leader Supriya Sule strongly refuted this, calling it an insult to the armed forces and their families. Sule emphasized national unity and recalled opposition support for the government during…

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Digital payments index rises 10.7% in FY25, shows steady growth in supply-side infrastructure: RBI

India’s digital payments landscape continues its upward trajectory, as evidenced by the RBI’s Digital Payments Index (DPI). In March 2025, the DPI surged to 493.22, marking a robust 10.7% year-on-year increase. This growth is fueled by improvements in payment infrastructure and overall payment performance nationwide, reflecting the deepening adoption of digital transactions.

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