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India rail expertise for South Africa

India rail expertise for South Africa

Indian High Commissioner Prabhat Kumar says India rail expertise could support South Africa, with Texmaco and RITES exploring wagons, engines and Vande Bharat options.
Iran sea blockade by US Navy

Iran sea blockade by US Navy

The US Navy says it has fully implemented a sea blockade on Iran, halting seaborne trade and adding uncertainty for shipping near the Strait of Hormuz.
BBC plans up to 2,000 job cuts

BBC plans up to 2,000 job cuts

The BBC plans up to 2,000 job cuts to save 10% of its budget, about GBP 500 million, citing inflation and income pressures as leadership changes loom.
Sweden links heating plant cyberattack

Sweden links heating plant cyberattack

Sweden says a pro-Russian group tied to Russian security services targeted a heating plant in 2023, amid wider warnings of attacks on EU infrastructure.