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Miss World 2021 temporarily postponed after contestants test positive for Covid 19

However, the finale, which was scheduled to take place on Thursday in Puerto Rico, will now be rescheduled within the next 90 days.

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The finale of the Miss World 2021 beauty pageant has been temporarily postponed after numbers of contestants test positive for Covid 19, including Miss India World 2021 Manasa Varanasi, who is representing India in the Miss World 2021 in Puerto Rico on Thursday night.

As per the press release of Miss World 2021, the mega beauty competition has been postponed ‘temporarily’ due to the health and safety interests of all contestants, staff, crew and the general public. However, the finale, which was scheduled to take place on Thursday in Puerto Rico, will now be rescheduled within the next 90 days.

The Miss World 2021 beauty pageant was cancelled after having a meeting with health officials who were hired to oversee the mega event and discussing it with the Puerto Rican Health Department. As of now, every precautionary safety measure was taken and implemented in the best interests of the contestants, production team and public. After having a number of confirmed covid cases, the decision to postpone Miss World 2021 was made.

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This year Manasa Varanasi is representing India at the 70th Miss World pageant. Belonging from Telangana, Manasa was crowned Miss India 2020 and was also named Miss Ramp Walk.

Miss World 2021 contestants list

  1. Amela Agastra, 18, Albania
  2. Ruth Carlos, 24, Angola
  3. Amira Hidalgo, 23, Argentina
  4. Mirna Bzdigian, 19, Armenia
  5. Sienna Evans, 24, Bahamas
  6. Celine Van Ouytsel, 25, Belgium
  7. Markeisha Young, 21, Belize
  8. Alondra Mercado, 19, Bolivia
  9. Adna Biber, 19, Bosnia and Herzegovina
  10. Palesa Molefe, 22, Botswana
  11. Caroline Teixeira, 23, Brazil
  12. Eva Dobreva, 21, Bulgaria
  13. Phum Sophorn, 19, Cambodia
  14. Audrey Monkam, 24, Cameroon
  15. Svetlana Mamaeva, 21, Canada
  16. Rashana Hydes, 24, Cayman Islands
  17. Carol Drpic, 21, Chile
  18. Jiang Siqi, 21, China
  19. Andrea Aguilera Arroyave, 23, Colombia
  20. Tamara Dal Maso, 23, Costa Rica
  21. Olivia Yace, 23, Cote d’Ivoire
  22. Alvinette Soliana, 20, Curacao
  23. Karolina Kopincova, 22, Czech Republic
  24. Emmy Peña, 24, Dominican Republic
  25. Amar Pachero, 24, Ecuador
  26. Nicole Alvarez, 27, El Salvador
  27. Rehema Muthamia, 25, England
  28. Lucila Benita, 21, Equatorial Guinea
  29. Karolin Kippasto, 24, Estonia
  30. Emilia Lepomäki, 23, Finland
  31. April Benayoum, 22, France
  32. Monique Mawulawe Agbedekpui, 20, Ghana
  33. Janice Sampere, 23, Gibraltar
  34. Prescilla Larose, 22, Guadeloupe
  35. Nene Bah, 24, Guinea
  36. Itchacénia Da Costa, 21, Guinea-Bissau
  37. Erlande Berger, 24, Haiti
  38. Dayana Bordas, 24, Honduras
  39. Lili Totpeti, 20, Hungary
  40. Hugrun Birta Egilsdottir, 22, Iceland
  41. Manasa Varanasi, 24, India
  42. Carla Yules, 25, Indonesia
  43. Maria Frhad Salem, 20, Iraq
  44. Pamela Uba, 25, Ireland
  45. Claudia Motta, 21, Italy
  46. Khalia Hall, 25, Jamaica
  47. Tamaki Hoshi, 18, Japan
  48. Sharon Obara, 19, Kenya
  49. Emilie Boland, 25, Luxembourg
  50. Jiani Yuan, 28, Macau
  51. Nellie Anjaratiana, 24, Madagascar
  52. Lavanya Sivaji, 25, Malaysia
  53. Naomi Dingli, 26, Malta
  54. Angélique Sanson, 25, Mauritius
  55. Karolina Vidales Valdovinos, 24, Mexico
  56. Tatiana Ovcinicova, 23, Moldova
  57. Burte-Ujin Anu, 23, Mongolia
  58. Annerie Maré, 26, Namibia
  59. Namrata Shrestha, 24, Nepal
  60. Lizzy Dobbe, 21, Netherlands
  61. Sheynnis Palacios, 21, Nicaragua
  62. Oluchi Madubuike, 25, Nigeria
  63. Anna Leitch, 27, Northern Ireland
  64. Amine Storrød, 21, Norway
  65. Krysthelle Barretto, 25, Panama
  66. Bethania Borba, 20, Paraguay
  67. Paula Montes Pastor, 25, Peru
  68. Tracy Maureen Perez. 28, Philippines
  69. Karolina Bielawska, 21, Poland
  70. Lidy Andrade Alves, 25, Portugal
  71. Aryam Díaz Rosado, 23, Puerto Rico
  72. Naomie Nishimwe, 22, Rwanda
  73. Tyler Theophane, 23, Saint Lucia
  74. Claudia Todd, 25, Scotland
  75. Penda Sy, 24, Senegal
  76. Andrijana Savić, 21, Serbia
  77. Khai Ling Ho, 18, Singapore
  78. Lara Mateo, 24, Sint Maarten
  79. Leona Novoberdaliu, 25, Slovakia
  80. Maja Čolic, 21, Slovenia
  81. Khadija Omar, 20, Somalia
  82. Shudufhadzo Musida, 25, South Africa
  83. Tara Hong, 21, South Korea
  84. Ana Garcia, 23, Spain
  85. Sadé Greenwood, 18, Sri Lanka
  86. Gabriella Lomm Mann, 26, Sweden
  87. Juliana Rugumisa, 23, Tanzania
  88. Jeanine Brandt, 25, Trinidad and Tobago
  89. Amani Layouni, 22, Tunisia
  90. Dilara Korkmaz, 23, Turkey
  91. Elizabeth Bagaya, 26, Uganda
  92. Aleksandra Yaremchuk, 22, Ukraine
  93. Shree Saini, 25, United States
  94. Valentina Camejo, 23, Uruguay
  95. Alejandra Conde, 24, Venezuela
  96. Do Thi Ha, 20, Vietnam
  97. Olivia Harris, 18, Wales
  98. Manasa Varansi, India
  99. Shree Saini, America

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Trump approves nearly $9 billion weapons sales to Israel, UAE and other allies amid Iran tensions

The US has fast-tracked nearly $9 billion in weapons sales to Israel, UAE and other allies as tensions linked to the Iran conflict continue despite a fragile ceasefire.

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Donald Trump statement

The United States has approved nearly $9 billion worth of weapons sales to key Middle Eastern allies, including Israel and the United Arab Emirates, amid ongoing tensions linked to the Iran conflict.

The decision, cleared by the administration of Donald Trump, includes expedited military transfers to Israel, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait. The approvals were granted under an emergency provision, allowing authorities to bypass the usual congressional review process.

Emergency clearance amid ongoing conflict

Officials said the move was necessary due to the evolving security situation in the region, particularly as the conflict involving Iran continues despite a fragile ceasefire. The war, which began earlier in 2026, has heightened instability across West Asia.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio invoked emergency powers to fast-track the deals, citing urgent defence requirements for allied nations.

What the arms package includes

The approved package includes a mix of advanced defence systems and precision weapons:

  • Patriot missile defence replenishments worth over $4 billion for Qatar
  • Precision-guided weapon systems for multiple countries
  • Integrated battle command systems for Kuwait
  • Additional advanced weapons support for Israel and the UAE

The total value of these deals is estimated at over $8.6 billion, often rounded to nearly $9 billion.

Timing linked to iran war

The approval comes nearly nine weeks into the conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran, with tensions still high despite a ceasefire that has been in place for several weeks.

Analysts note that the move signals continued US military backing for its regional allies, particularly in strengthening air defence and precision strike capabilities during uncertain conditions.

Criticism and concerns

The decision to bypass congressional oversight has drawn criticism from some quarters, particularly over transparency and the broader implications of increasing arms supplies in a conflict-prone region.

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Trump and Putin hold over 90-minute call, discuss Iran war and Ukraine conflict

Trump and Putin held a 90-minute call focusing on Iran tensions and the Ukraine conflict, with warnings over escalation and talks of ceasefire.

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Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation lasting more than 90 minutes, focusing on escalating tensions in the Middle East and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

According to official statements, the discussion was described as “frank and businesslike,” with both leaders addressing key global security concerns. A major part of the conversation centred on the situation involving Iran and developments in the Persian Gulf.

Putin supported Trump’s decision to extend the ceasefire related to Iran, suggesting that continued restraint could create space for negotiations and help stabilise the region. However, he also issued a strong warning, stating that renewed military action by the United States or Israel could lead to “extremely damaging consequences” not only for Iran but for the wider international community.

Ukraine conflict also discussed

The leaders also discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has continued for several years since Russia’s invasion in 2022. During the call, there were indications of potential efforts toward a temporary ceasefire, although no final agreement has been confirmed.

Reports suggest that the idea of a short-term pause in hostilities was explored, possibly linked to upcoming symbolic dates, but significant differences between the parties remain unresolved.

Focus on diplomacy amid global tensions

The call highlights ongoing diplomatic engagement between Washington and Moscow at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions involving both the Middle East and Eastern Europe.

While both sides acknowledged the importance of dialogue, the situation on the ground in both conflict zones remains complex, with no immediate resolution in sight.

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Trump rejects Iran peace plan as tensions rise, Tehran signals military readiness

Trump rejects Iran’s peace plan, keeping focus on nuclear concerns as Tehran signals readiness and tensions continue to rise.

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Donald Trump statement

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Iran aimed at easing ongoing tensions, signaling a continued deadlock between the two countries.

The proposal reportedly included steps linked to easing restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route. However, the United States declined the offer, maintaining that any agreement must address concerns related to Iran’s nuclear programme.

Washington has made it clear that resolving nuclear issues remains a priority and that partial measures without broader commitments will not be accepted.

Nuclear issue remains central

The U.S. position continues to focus on preventing Iran from advancing its nuclear capabilities. Officials believe that without a comprehensive agreement, temporary arrangements could delay a long-term resolution.

The rejection of the proposal indicates that negotiations remain stalled, with both sides holding firm on key demands.

Iran issues warning

Following the rejection, Iranian officials have issued strong statements, indicating readiness to respond if pressure from the U.S. continues.

Reports suggest that Iran has asserted its military preparedness, warning that any escalation could lead to serious consequences. The remarks reflect growing tensions as diplomatic efforts struggle to produce results.

Rising geopolitical tension

The situation remains volatile, with both countries engaged in a prolonged standoff. Measures such as restrictions on trade routes and strategic pressure points continue to impact the broader region.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical factor in the conflict, given its importance for global energy supplies.

Outlook uncertain

With no immediate breakthrough in sight, tensions between the United States and Iran are expected to persist. The lack of agreement on key issues, particularly the nuclear programme, continues to hinder progress toward de-escalation.

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