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An Indian student at the University of Pittsburgh, 20-year-old Sudiksha Konanki, has gone missing during a trip to the Dominican Republic, with authorities believing she may have drowned. Ms. Konanki was reported missing on March 6, last seen between 3 and 5 am at Riu Republica Resort in Punta Cana, where she was captured on CCTV in a brown bikini shortly before her disappearance. A search operation involving drones, helicopters, boats, divers, and canine units is currently underway, with her parents having traveled from Virginia to assist in the efforts. Ms. Konanki, a chemistry and biological sciences student, was part of a group of six women, with her companions opting to remain in the Dominican Republic to aid in the search rather than return home. The University of Pittsburgh has expressed its support for the search and for Ms. Konanki's family during this difficult time. 
Published: Mar 10 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIn the lead-up to legislative elections in Greenland, Prime Minister Mute Egede expressed concerns over US President Donald Trump's unpredictable nature, particularly regarding his interest in acquiring the vast Arctic territory. Speaking to Danish public radio, Egede highlighted a faltering world order and the insecurity it breeds, exacerbated by Trump's recent remarks to Congress, where he reiterated his belief that Greenland is vital for US national security. The election campaign has focused on Greenland's potential independence from Denmark, with Egede emphasizing that Greenlanders wish to determine their own future, asserting, "We are Greenlanders," in response to Trump's comments suggesting they could join the US. He criticized the lack of respect from the American president, indicating that recent events have led Greenlanders to reconsider their relationship with the US.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 4 pmeznews.inPrime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Mauritius for two days starting Tuesday, where he will be the chief guest at the island nation's 57th national day celebrations. The visit aims to strengthen economic and security ties between India and Mauritius, with several agreements set to be signed, including a technical pact to enhance maritime cooperation and combat illegal activities. Modi's counterpart, Navinchandra Ramgoolam, expressed gratitude for the visit, highlighting the close relations between the two nations, particularly given that around 70% of Mauritius' population is of Indian descent. The Indian armed forces will also participate in the celebrations, alongside the signing of memorandums to combat financial crimes and promote bilateral trade. Modi's visit underscores India's role as a key development partner for Mauritius, especially as the island navigates its relationship with China in the Indian Ocean region.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 4 pmeznews.inRussia has expelled two British diplomats, accusing them of espionage and giving them two weeks to leave the country, further straining diplomatic ties with Europe amid ongoing negotiations to restore relations with the United States. The British Foreign Office dismissed these allegations as "baseless," highlighting the tensions exacerbated by Britain's military support for Ukraine and recent statements from Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding potential peacekeeping forces in the country. This move follows the conviction of three Bulgarians in London for espionage linked to a Russian spy unit. The expulsions mark the first of Western diplomats since talks began between Moscow and Washington to replenish embassy staff affected by previous expulsions. The Russian Federal Security Service claimed the diplomats had provided false information and engaged in activities detrimental to national security. Both nations have indicated a readiness to respond to any escalation in the situation, reflecting the deep freeze in relations since the Ukraine conflict began.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 5 pmeznews.inPope Francis, 88, spent a restful night in hospital on Monday, as the Vatican reported slight improvements in his health following over three weeks of treatment for pneumonia. The pontiff, who has not been seen in public since his admission to Rome's Gemelli hospital on February 14, expressed gratitude to his medical team in a written message during Sunday’s Angelus prayer, which he missed in person. Despite experiencing several respiratory crises that raised concerns about his recovery, the Vatican described his condition as "stable" with "slight improvements" noted. However, doctors are cautious, seeking more positive developments before providing a prognosis. Supporters continue to gather outside the hospital, leaving flowers and prayers for the leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Another medical update is anticipated later today.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 3 pmeznews.inIn Myanmar's eastern Shan state, displaced farmer Aung Hla has turned to opium production as a last resort amid escalating conflict and poverty following the military coup in 2021. Once a rice farmer, Aung Hla now scrapes opium resin from poppy seedpods, describing the crop as his only means of survival in a country beset by a "polycrisis" of war and environmental degradation. The United Nations recently reported that Myanmar has surpassed Afghanistan as the world's largest opium producer, with the opiate economy valued between $589 million and $1.57 billion. Many farmers, like Aung Naing, who previously abandoned opium cultivation, have returned to it due to the dire economic situation. Despite the risks of violence and instability, they feel compelled to grow poppy as it offers a marginally better profit than food crops, with no viable alternatives available in the war-torn region.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 3 pmeznews.inSocial media platform X is experiencing significant outages, affecting thousands of users in both the United States and the United Kingdom. Outage tracking website Downdetector.com reported over 21,000 incidents of issues in the U.S. and more than 10,800 in the UK. The platform's problems have prompted users to submit status reports, although the total number of affected individuals may differ from these figures. X has yet to respond to a request for comment from Reuters regarding the situation. Downdetector compiles its data from various sources, reflecting user experiences during the outage.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 3 pmeznews.inFederal immigration authorities arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student and prominent figure in last year's pro-Palestinian protests, citing a State Department order to revoke his green card. Khalil, a Palestinian refugee raised in Syria, was taken from his university apartment in New York, with his attorney, Amy Greer, stating that his pregnant wife was not informed of the reasons behind his detention. Khalil had been involved in significant protests against Israel's actions in Gaza and was under investigation by Columbia's Office of Institutional Equity for his activism. Greer emphasized that the administration's actions represent a troubling escalation against student dissent, noting that only an immigration court can revoke a green card. The arrest aligns with the Trump administration's broader crackdown on student activists and comes amid federal scrutiny of Columbia University, which recently faced a $400 million funding cut for failing to address campus antisemitism.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 1 pmeznews.inNorth Korea launched multiple unidentified ballistic missiles on Monday, coinciding with the start of the annual joint military exercise "Freedom Shield" conducted by South Korea and the United States. The South Korean military reported that the missiles were fired from Hwanghae province into the West Sea around 13:50 (0450 GMT). In response, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff emphasized their commitment to enhanced surveillance and readiness in cooperation with the US. North Korea condemned the drills as a "provocative act," warning that they could lead to accidental conflict, and labeled them an "aggressive and confrontational war rehearsal." The Freedom Shield exercises, which will last until March 20, involve live and virtual training and follow a recent incident where South Korean jets accidentally dropped bombs on a civilian area, injuring 31 people. Tensions remain high on the Korean Peninsula, with both Koreas technically still at war since the 1953 armistice.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 2 pmeznews.inThomas Markle has criticized his daughter, Meghan Markle, branding her "unauthentic" and accusing her of "faking" her emotions in her new Netflix series, _With Love, Meghan_. Released earlier this month, the show features the Duchess of Sussex cooking and entertaining celebrity friends across eight episodes. Mr. Markle expressed amusement at what he perceives as Meghan's "pre-planned" expressions, stating, "Everything she says is pre-planned and rehearsed." He described cooking shows as "horrendously boring" unless the host displays genuine passion, noting that Meghan's desire for perfection detracts from her authenticity. Additionally, he remarked that her cooking style is impractical for average viewers, criticizing her disconnect from everyday life. He also expressed disappointment over Meghan's apparent rejection of the Markle name, reflecting on his late mother’s pride in the family name. Despite mixed reviews, the series has been renewed for a second season.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 2 pmeznews.inSudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old Indian-origin student from the University of Pittsburgh, has mysteriously vanished during a spring break trip to the Dominican Republic. Local authorities have intensified their search efforts, deploying multiple brigades by land and sea. Konanki was last seen on CCTV with a group of friends at the Riu Republica Hotel in Punta Cana shortly after 4:15 am on March 6; however, surveillance footage later captured a man leaving the beach area alone at 9:55 am without her. Her father described her as an ambitious pre-med student, highlighting her desire to pursue a career in medicine. The family, permanent residents of the U.S. since 2006, has circulated flyers on social media to raise awareness about her disappearance, while Dominican officials have suggested the possibility of drowning. The University of Pittsburgh has urged anyone with information to contact the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office.
Published: Mar 10 2025, 2 pm
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