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Social media giants have criticized Australia’s new law banning under-16s from joining platforms, calling it rushed and unclear. UNICEF Australia also expressed concern, warning it may drive children into unregulated online spaces. PM Anthony Albanese acknowledged potential flaws but defended the law as necessary to reduce harm and protect young Australians, despite industry backlash.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, at the launch of Mohinder Amarnath’s memoir Fearless, compared India’s 1983 Cricket World Cup victory to a pivotal moment in Indian foreign policy. He noted how both cricket and diplomacy have evolved since, highlighting India’s growing influence globally. He emphasized the parallels between India’s cricket rise and its foreign pol...
Mangal Munda, great-grandson of tribal icon Birsa Munda, passed away at 45 due to cardiovascular failure early Friday at Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Jharkhand. He was on a ventilator after sustaining severe head injuries from a fall off a passenger vehicle roof in Khunti district on November 25, despite efforts to save him.
ISKCON expressed support for priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, arrested on sedition charges for allegedly raising a flag on a stand displaying Bangladesh’s national flag. In a post on X, ISKCON, Inc. declared, “We stand with Chinmoy Krishna Das. Our prayers to Lord Krishna for the protection of all these devotees.” The arrest has triggered widespread […]
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde stated that he had good and positive discussions with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP president JP Nadda regarding government formation. Shinde mentioned that a decision on the next CM will be made within a day or two after further discussions in a Mahayuti coalition meeting. He emphasized he would […]
The Andhra Pradesh Collectors’ conference, originally scheduled for Dec 3 has been postponed. The govt announced that the postponement is due to the Cabinet meeting being held on Dec 4. The Chief Secretary has directed all depts to submit proposals for discussion at the Cabinet meeting by December 2. It is now expected that the […]
A controversy has erupted in Varanasi as the Uttar Pradesh Waqf Board claims ownership of the 115-year-old Udai Pratap College. The board asserts the college land is Waqf property, tied to a mosque on campus. However, the college administration denies this, stating the land belongs to a charitable endowment and cannot be transferred, rejecting the […]
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav, speaking at an interactive session in Germany, invited German companies to invest in the state, emphasizing its growing market and potential. He highlighted that the state offers advanced technologies and attractive incentives, seeking a new partnership with Germany beyond just trade. CM Yadav described Madhya Pradesh as a prime investment […]
Indian Railways is set to launch the country’s first hydrogen-powered train for trial runs between Jind and Sonipat stations in Haryana. Developed by the Research, Design, and Standard Organisation, this marks a global milestone in hydrogen-fueled trains. The final trial is expected in the first quarter of the upcoming year, showcasing India’s innovation in sustainable […]
Bangladesh has called for deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s trial at the International Criminal Court (ICC) while she faces charges of crimes against humanity in a domestic tribunal. Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus discussed Hasina’s trial with ICC prosecutor Karim A. Khan during a meeting at his official residence, according to Yunus’ office.
The Delhi BJP announced 43 committees for the upcoming assembly elections in February. These committees will focus on campaigns targeting women, youth, SCs, OBCs, and central scheme beneficiaries. Formed under the guidance of BJP state chief Virendra Sachdeva, the committees will handle tasks like nominations, media relations, social media, data management, logistics, and campaign strategy.
Jihadist fighters, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, cut the Damascus-Aleppo highway during an offensive that has killed around 200 people, including civilians, due to Russian airstrikes. The attack on government-held northern Aleppo triggered intense fighting. The death toll includes 102 HTS fighters and 61 regime forces and their allies, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human […]
The Student Federation of India (SFI) has called for a bandh in all government schools across Telangana in protest against the state’s handling of multiple food poisoning incidents in schools. SFI state president RL Murthy and state secretary Nagaraju stated that the government has failed to adequately respond to the recurring food poisoning cases in […]
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has refuted media reports claiming delays in Vande Bharat sleeper trains due to design clearance issues. He stated that design was never a problem with the Russian firm, Transmashholding (TMH), chosen for manufacturing. Reports had suggested design changes for toilets and a pantry car, but the ministry has not yet cleared […]
Former President Ram Nath Kovind will visit Andhra Pradesh and stay at the residence of AP Governor Abdul Nazir today. Kovind will participate in the graduation ceremony at K L University on Saturday, where he will address the students. The Andhra Pradesh government has made all necessary arrangements for his visit. After his two-day stay […]