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President Droupadi Murmu visited Navy ships off the Goa coast on Thursday, marking her first such visit. Upon arrival at INS Hansa, she was welcomed with a ceremonial Guard of Honour. She then boarded the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, which was operational alongside 15 frontline warships and submarines, witnessing a demonstration by the Indian […]
The fate of 1.48 lakh retail shareholders holding around 20% of Jet Airways remains uncertain after the Supreme Court ordered the airline’s liquidation. With Jet’s market capitalization at ₹386.69 crore, retail shareholding is valued at approximately ₹74.6 crore. Other major stakeholders include Etihad Airways (24%) and the former promoters (25%), adding to the uncertainty.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated he would not resign early if asked by President-elect Trump, emphasizing that firing any Fed governor is “not permitted under the law.” Powell, whose term ends in 2026, responded to Trump’s criticism and his desire for influence over interest rates. Powell could remain a governor after stepping down as […]
Israel informed the US it will open a new aid crossing into Gaza at Kissufim, following pressure from the US to improve humanitarian access. Secretary of State Blinken and Defense Secretary Austin gave Israel until November 13 to meet demands, including allowing 350 trucks of aid per day. President Biden has urged Israel to protect […]
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches on 19 premises of “main vendors” on Amazon and Flipkart as part of an investigation into foreign direct investment (FDI) violations. The action covered locations in Delhi, Gurugram, Panchkula, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. ED officials inspected documents and took copies from about six vendors, though they were not named in […]
UK PM Keir Starmer believes the UK-US alliance will “prosper” under Trump, though Labour has concerns. Trade tensions, Labour officials’ criticisms, and Elon Musk’s possible role in Trump’s administration could strain relations. The UK’s strong support for Ukraine and NATO may also clash with Trump’s stance, as experts warn that Labour remains “ne...
Vladimir Putin stated Ukraine must remain neutral to foster peace, with its borders reflecting residents’ wishes in Russian-claimed areas. He criticized NATO’s influence, asserting it undermines Russia’s interests. For conflict resolution, Putin demanded Ukraine abandon NATO ambitions and withdraw troops from all territories claimed by Russia, which controls one-fifth of Ukraine.
Deutsche Bank has installed a commemorative plaque at Deutsche House in South Mumbai to honor industrialist Ratan Tata’s legacy. The heritage building, acquired by the bank in 1992, was once the private residence of the Tata family. Noel Tata, Ratan Tata’s half-brother and current chairman of Tata Trusts, was present at the plaque unveiling ceremony.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that North Korean troops, part of an 11,000-strong force sent to Russia’s Kursk region, suffered casualties in combat against Ukrainian forces. Speaking at the European Political Community summit in Budapest, Zelensky warned that more North Korean troops might join Russia’s side unless the international community responds effectively.
India has urged Bangladesh to take action against “extremist” elements and ensure the safety of its Hindu community amid rising tensions in Chittagong following provocative social media posts. During a media briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the alleged attacks on Hindus in the region, attributing the unrest to “incendiary post...
Karnataka government has prohibited employees from smoking and consuming tobacco products inside government offices and premises. A circular issued by the Department of Personnel and Administrative Reforms (DPAR) warns of disciplinary action for violations. The move aims to protect staff health and prevent passive smoking, citing the harmful effects despite existing statutory warnings.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said it would be “suicidal” for Europe to offer Russia any concessions to halt the war. This comes after Moscow demanded West to enter direct talks on ending the war. Kyiv is scrambling to up the pressure on its allies for more support in its fight against Moscow after Donald Trump’s […]
Lebanese army said an Israeli strike on a vehicle near a checkpoint in the southern city of Sidon killed three people and wounded troops and UN peacekeepers. “Israeli enemy targeted a car while it was passing through Awali checkpoint,” the army said. With the exception of a few limited strikes, Sidon, has been relatively spared […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticised Maharashtra BJP for allegedly spreading false information about their Gruha Lakshmi scheme. He accused Maharashtra BJP of attempting to tarnish Congress scheme’s success by publishing “outright lies”. Maharashtra BJP claimed that Congress didn’t delivered on its promise with Gruha Lakshmi, a statement Siddaramaiah called “an abs...
India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening dialogue with the U.S. on H-1B visa policies and migration issues. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized the importance of maintaining robust discussions, saying, “We would like to have a good dialogue,” and noted that India-U.S. relations have become stronger.