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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar took a morning walk with colleagues at the Indian High Commission in Islamabad during his visit for the SCO conclave. He met Mongolian PM Oyun-Erdene to strengthen bilateral ties and attended a reception hosted by Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif. Jaishankar led the Indian delegation at the 23rd SCO meeting, focusing […]
US President Joe Biden announced a $425 million arms package for Ukraine during a call with President Volodymyr Zelensky. The package includes air defense systems, armored vehicles, and munitions to address Ukraine’s urgent needs. Biden plans a virtual meeting of Ukraine’s allies in November to bolster support before the potential return of Donald Trump to […]
Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance confirmed his belief that Donald Trump did not lose the 2020 election, despite widespread evidence to the contrary. Addressing reporters in Pennsylvania, Vance stated, “No! I think there are serious problems in 2020,” while blaming online censorship for the election outcome. His stance aligns with Trump’s continued claims of vote...
A zookeeper was mauled to death by lions at Taigan safari park in Crimea after an enclosure door was left unlocked. Chief zookeeper Leokadia Perevalova, who had worked there for nearly 17 years, died while cleaning a cage with 3 lions. Park owner Oleg Zubkov called the incident a “tragic” mistake, emphasizing that human error […]
Inaction on the water crisis could threaten over half of global food production by 2050, warns a report from the Global Commission on the Economics of Water. The crisis could lead to an average GDP drop of 8% in high-income countries and up to 15% in lower-income nations. The report urges a transformation in water […]
In a combative interview, Kamala Harris promised a clean break from Joe Biden’s presidency to appeal to Republican voters wary of Donald Trump. Clashing with Bret Baier on immigration, she asserted, “My presidency will not be a continuation of Joe Biden’s,” highlighting her unique experiences. She also criticized Trump for threatening military action against domestic [&h...
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump defended his debunked claim that Haitian immigrants in Ohio were eating pets during a town hall with Latino voters. Despite officials refuting the story, Trump stated he was “just saying what was reported.” He referenced unspecified “newspapers” and reiterated his intent to address immigration issues, including mass deportat...
Liam Payne, former One Direction member, tragically died at 31 after falling from a hotel in Buenos Aires. Authorities are investigating the circumstances. Payne, who gained fame through The X Factor, was part of the globally successful boy band One Direction. He pursued a solo career after the band’s hiatus and openly discussed his struggles […]
Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have developed a revolutionary blood test that can diagnose heart attacks in just five to seven minutes. This stand-alone test is more accurate and affordable than existing methods, utilizing a tiny chip with a unique nanostructured surface. The technology may also be adapted to detect infectious diseases and cancer biomarkers.
On Wednesday, the Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi, approved a 3% increase in dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) for Central government employees and pensioners, raising it from 50% to 53%. Effective from July 1, this hike provides relief ahead of Diwali. Additionally, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Dev Sai announced a 4% […]
A tragic fire in Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, claimed the lives of a senior couple, Chandraprakash (74) and Kanta Soni (74), and another man, Pelubeta (42). The blaze, reported around 8 a.m., was confined to a 10th-floor flat and extinguished within an hour. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause, suspected to be a short […]
US Ambassador Eric Garcetti was all praise for Varanasi as he shared his thoughts on witnessing sunrise from its famed ghats and watching the Ganga aarti. He said Ganga aarti was a “beautiful reminder of how tradition shapes us”. “The lights reflecting on the river and the sound of bells echoing in the night create […]
US woman was arrested on allegations of killing her mother and dismembering her body. The 32-year-old woman was identified as Torilena May Fields. She was arrested in connection to the death of her mother, Trudy Fields. She was initially charged with abuse of corpse, tampering with evidence and obstructing governmental operations. She allegedly stabbed and […]
A 75-year-old man fatally shot another man in a road rage incident in North Carolina. Terrell Eugene Giddens allegedly shot a 40-year-old Jeffrey Michael Guida with a rifle. This happened after the two got out of their vehicles due to a traffic dispute. Giddens also fired at Guida’s car, which had Guida’s three children – […]
The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) is a set of guidelines established by the Election Commission of India to ensure free and fair elections. Introduced in 1960, it aims to maintain the integrity of the electoral process by regulating the behavior of parties and candidates during elections. The MCC covers aspects like campaign conduct, and […]