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UAE Starts 10-Year Blue Residency Visa
The United Arab Emirates has launched a new 10-year Blue Residency Visa aimed at individuals who significantly contribute to environmental protection. This initiative targets those working in areas like sustainability, marine life preservation, and climate action, offering them long-term residency to continue their work within the UAE.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Begins in Pakistan
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to commence on February 19 in Pakistan, marking the first time since the 1996 ODI World Cup that Pakistan hosts an ICC tournament alone. India, however, will play all its matches in Dubai, UAE, including any potential semi-finals and the final.
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Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Agreed Upon by U.S. and Russia
After years of conflict, both the United States and Russia have agreed to initiate peace talks concerning the ongoing war in Ukraine. This development comes after significant diplomatic efforts during the Munich Security Conference held from February 14-16, 2025.
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Release of Hostage Sasha Troufanov from Gaza
Russian-Israeli Sasha (Alexander) Troufanov, who was held hostage in Gaza since the October 7, 2023 attack, was released as part of a ceasefire and prisoner swap deal between Hamas and Israel. This event signifies a small step towards de-escalation in the region.
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Jannik Sinner Accepts Three-Month Doping Ban
World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner has accepted a three-month doping ban after reaching a settlement with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). This will allow him to return to competition before the French Open in May 2025.
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M23 Rebels Advance in South Kivu, DRC
The M23 rebel group has resumed its military advances in South Kivu, Democratic Republic of Congo, with intentions to capture Bukavu. This development threatens further instability in an already volatile region.
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Actor Vijay Receives ‘Y’ Scale Security in India
Tamil actor Vijay has been granted ‘Y’ scale security by the Indian government due to his rising political influence and to ensure his safety amidst growing popularity and potential threats.
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Birth of Endangered Indian Grey Wolf Pups in Karnataka
Karnataka’s first wolf sanctuary has celebrated the birth of five endangered Indian grey wolf pups, highlighting successful conservation efforts in the region.
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Netflix’s ‘The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan’
Netflix has released a documentary titled “The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan” on February 7, 2025, offering insights into one of the most intense sporting rivalries in cricket through interviews with players and historical context.
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IPL 2025 Streaming Changes
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 will start on March 22, but fans are facing a shift as the merger of JioCinema and Hotstar ends free streaming. The new platform, JioHotstar, will require subscriptions, affecting access to one of India’s most popular sports events.
Source: Live Mint
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