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Tesla CEO Elon Musk expressed his frustration about humanity's slow progress toward Mars colonization, stating, "We should have been on Mars by now," in response to a post comparing the Wright brothers' first flight and the Apollo 11 moon landing. Despite SpaceX's ambitious plans, including a second Starship test failure, Musk remains committed to the vision, recently suggesting that the first city on Mars could be named "Terminus," inspired by Isaac Asimov's Foundation, while emphasizing...

Bill Gates did not provide funding for his daughter Phoebe's new shopping app, Phia, but offered guidance on personnel matters instead. Phoebe launched the AI-powered app in collaboration with Sophia Kianni, which assists users in comparing prices across various retailers. Additionally, the app promotes sustainable shopping practices. Full Article

SummaryIndia has suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals, revoking most existing visas amid rising tensions following a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Pakistani nationals must leave by specified deadlines: those with SAARC visas by April 26, various other categories by April 27, and medical visa holders by April 29, while diplomatic and official visas remain valid. Long-term visas may be granted to specific Pakistani minorities and women married to Indian nationals, and India has...

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Pahalgam Terror Attack Diplomatic ResponseIran has offered to mediate between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, primarily tourists, with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi emphasizing the importance of regional harmony. Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, Faisal bin Farhan, also engaged in discussions with both nations amid rising tensions, as India announced punitive measures against Pakistan, including suspending the Indus Waters Treaty. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to hold the...

India has suspended visa services for Pakistani nationals and revoked most existing visas immediately following the Pahalgam attack, with exceptions for diplomatic, official, and long-term visas. Pakistani citizens with other visa types must exit India by specific deadlines in late April to avoid legal repercussions under the new Immigration & Foreigners Act, 2025. This decision highlights the escalating tensions between the two nations and the government's firm stance on immigration policy in response to security...