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The World Bank has raised $24 billion to support the world’s poorest nations, leveraging it to generate $100 billion in total funding. Donor countries contributed $23.7 billion to the International Development Association (IDA), helping 78 developing nations. The funds will focus on health, education, infrastructure, climate resilience, and economic stabilization, marking a historic fundi...
Telangana Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkata Reddy announced a ban on benefit shows following a tragic stampede at Sandhya 70 mm theater during Pushpa 2’s premiere, which claimed the lives of a woman and her child. While many support the move, others believe better security could prevent such incidents. This change may affect opening day collections […]
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy paid tributes on the death anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. He described Ambedkar as a freedom fighter and the creator of the Constitution, a leader who rendered invaluable services to the nation, and a champion of the oppressed who fought against social inequality. “My heartfelt tributes to this great leader on […]
Noida Police has issued a traffic advisory for December 6, in light of the “Mahaparinirvan Diwas” event at Dalit Prerna Sthal, Sector 95, marking the death anniversary of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. The advisory recommends following alternate routes to avoid congestion, as traffic may be diverted around the event. Public is urged to cooperate for smooth […]
Bangladesh is removing Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s image from its currency notes months after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster as PM. New Taka 20, 100, 500, and 1,000 notes will feature symbols of the July uprising, Bengali traditions, and religious structures. The interim govt, led by Muhammad Yunus, directed the change to reflect the nation’s evolving identity.
A physical education teacher at Kolkata’s Scottish Church College has been suspended after a second-year student accused him of sending explicit messages and offering academic help in exchange for sexual favors. The incident led to student protests on campus, and a written complaint prompted immediate suspension. The teacher, Samir Roy, allegedly deleted messages and abused […]
A statue of Lingayat seer Shivakumar Swami in Bengaluru’s Veerabhadra Nagar was vandalized, sparking protests. The accused, 37-year-old delivery executive Srikrishna from Andhra Pradesh, claimed a vision of Jesus Christ inspired his act. Arrested promptly by police, Srikrishna was remanded in judicial custody as residents demanded justice for the desecration.
PM Modi paid tribute to Dr. BR Ambedkar on his death anniversary, highlighting his relentless fight for equality and human dignity. On Mahaparinirvan Diwas, Modi praised Ambedkar as the architect of India’s Constitution and a symbol of social justice. He reaffirmed the commitment to uphold Ambedkar’s vision and continue his inspiring legacy.
Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis is planning a visit to India in February, his second in two years, focusing on the India-Middle East Economic Corridor (IMEEC), investments, and defense partnerships. Mitsotakis recently met Indian investors in London and aims to encourage Indian businesses to invest in Greece, particularly in ports, logistics, energy, and supply chains.
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former Georgia Senator David Perdue as US Ambassador to China. Perdue, a Trump ally, would manage US-China relations if confirmed. Trump praised his business experience and loyalty, highlighting Perdue’s key role in implementing trade and regional peace strategies. Perdue previously served on the Armed Services and Foreign Relations committees.
Kala Yatra, a festival aimed at addressing challenges in preserving tribal and folk arts, will be held in Bengaluru for the first time on December 7. Organized by Infosys Foundation and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, the event has been a smaller initiative for 25 years but will now be expanded annually. H.C. Boralingaiah will inaugurate the […]
The Winter Session of Parliament resumes today at 11 am amidst opposition protests. BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi and Congress of attempting to “derail” the economy. S. Jaishankar clarified India’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict, condemning terrorism and hostage-taking while emphasizing the need for mindful responses to avoid civilian casualties. The session runs until Dec...
On the occasion of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s death anniversary, the founder of the Constitution of India, AP Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu paid tribute to the great leader of the Dalit community. The TDP chief highlighted Ambedkar’s lasting contributions to the nation, which will be remembered for generations. He also urged the youth to continue moving […]
Ahead of their planned march to Delhi, farmers raised slogans at the Shambhu border. Ambala Police, on high alert, deployed senior officers to assess security. A group of 101 farmers will begin their foot march at 1 pm on Friday. The Ambala administration imposed restrictions on assemblies, while paramilitary forces and barricades were set up […]
Shobu Yarlagadda, the producer of “Baahubali,” revealed his WhatsApp account was hacked, with the hacker defrauding his contacts. He expressed frustration over WhatsApp’s policy, which locked him out for 12 hours due to multiple incorrect PIN attempts, allowing the hacker to continue exploiting others. Shobu criticized WhatsApp and Meta for inadequate support, calling it &ldqu...