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PM Modi expresses concerns over ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia’s health, assures India’s support

80-year-old Khaleda Zia, who is the chairperson of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is admitted to a private hospital in Dhaka after a chest infection that affected her lungs and heart. New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed concerns over the deteriorating health of former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia and prayed for her speedy recovery. In a post on micro-blogging website X (which was previously called Twitter), the prime minister said India is ready to provide all the necessary assistance to Bangladesh.  "Deeply concerned to learn about the health of Begum Khaleda Zia, who has contributed to Bangladesh’s public…

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Hong Kong police releases shocking images after deadliest fire in 75 years

The fire, described as Hong Kong’s deadliest in more than 75 years, broke out on Wednesday and spread rapidly across seven residential towers in the complex. New Delhi: The Hong Kong Police Force has released disturbing photos showing the aftermath of the massive fire that destroyed large parts of the Wang Fuk Court housing estate in the Tai Po district. The images reveal burnt interiors, collapsed metal structures, charred air conditioners and rooms reduced to ash. Rescue workers can be seen clearing debris and continuing their search for more bodies. (Image Source : AP)Hong Kong police releases shocking images Blaze…

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01

Dec

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Bangladesh court convicts ex-PM Sheikh Hasina, her niece and British MP Tulip Siddiq in land scam case

This is the fourth verdict involving Sheikh Hasina in graft cases filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The ACC filed six separate cases between January 12 and 14. Dhaka:  A court in Bangladesh on Monday sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to five years in prison in a land-scam case. The court also gave her sister, Sheikh Rehana, a seven-year jail term, and her niece, British MP Tulip Siddiq, a two-year sentence. The case was reported by The Daily Star. The verdict came from Judge Md Rabiul Alam of the Special Judge's Court-4 in Dhaka.  Fourth verdict against Hasina in graft cases This…

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Cyclone Ditwah leaves more than 330 dead in Sri Lanka; India rescues stranded nationals

The Cyclone Ditwah wreaked havoc in Sri Lanka, leaving more than 330 dead with another 376 missing as the island nation grapples with the force of the calamity. India has extended its help to Sri Lanka and has also evacuated more than 300 stranded nationals. New Delhi: Cyclone Ditwah has left 334 people dead in Sri Lanka, as per the data issued by Sri Lanka’s Disaster Management Centre (DMC) on Sunday evening. The disastrous cyclone has wreaked havoc in the island nation, with another 370 missing in the catastrophic floods and landslides caused by Ditwah and extreme weather conditions since…

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Dec

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Elon Musk reveals partner Shivon Zilis is half-Indian, son’s middle name ‘Sekhar’

Elon Musk reveals partner Shivon Zilis' Indian roots and said that their son is named after legendary Indian scientist and Nobel laureate Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar. Washington: Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has revealed that his partner, Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis, is half-Indian and that one of their sons bears the middle name 'Sekhar,' named after Indian-American physicist and Nobel laureate Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar.  Appearing on Zerodha founder Nikhil Kamath's "WTF is?" podcast, the billionaire said, "I'm not sure if you know this, but my partner Shivon is half Indian," Musk said, adding, "One of my sons with her, his middle name…

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Trump slams Biden, Harris over ‘unchecked’ migrant inflow after shooting near US’ White House

Kristi Noem, Secretary at the DHS, said Joe Biden was responsible for the death of National Guard member Sarah, as the accused’s application to enter the US was processed under his administration. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Sunday lambasted his predecessor, Joe Biden, and the latter’s deputy, Kamala Harris, for “screwing the country” by letting in immigrants “unchecked and unvetted.” This came after two West Virginia National Guard members were killed in a shooting near the White House, allegedly by an Afghan man. "Crooked Joe Biden, Mayorkas, and so-called 'Border Czar' Kamala Harris really screwed our Country by…

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Nov

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30-year-old Haryana student stabbed to death in UK; 5 suspects released on bail

In a statement, the West Mercia Police said Vijay Kumar Sheoran was found at 4.15 am on Tuesday (November 25) with serious wounds, after which he was taken to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. London: A 30-year-old Indian student was stabbed to death during a street attack in central England, said an official on Sunday. The victim was identified as Vijay Kumar Sheoran, hailing from the Charkhi Dadri district in Haryana. In a statement, the West Mercia Police said the incident likely took place on late Monday (November 24) night. Sheoran was found at 4.15 am on…

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Nov

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White House shooting suspect struggled with deep isolation, erratic behavior before attack

The community member who raised concerns about him said they were shocked to see his name in the news. They remembered him as a father who played with his young sons and said they never imagined he would harm someone else. New Delhi: Rahmanullah Lakanwal, the Afghan man accused of shooting two National Guard members near the White House last week, had been struggling for a long time. People who knew him say he could not keep a job, often stayed alone in a dark room for days, and then suddenly left on long road trips across the country. A…

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Nov

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Elon Musk on H-1B visa row: US ‘immensely’ benefited by hiring ‘talented’ Indians

Appearing in Nikhil Kamath's People by WTF podcast that was released on Sunday, Elon Musk said that some of the Trump administration's anti-immigration policies were triggered by the 'misuse' of the H-1B visa programme. However, he suggested that the programme should not be closed. Washington: Elon Musk, the world's richest man who was once a close aide of US President Donald Trump, has said that the United States has 'immensely' benefited by hiring 'talented' Indians over the decades. The Tesla chief executive officer's (CEO) remarks come amid the ongoing row over H-1B visa programme and immigration in the US.  Appearing…

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Nov

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Israeli PM Netanyahu submits ‘pardon request’ to Israeli President over corruption cases

Netanyahu's request was submitted through the legal team at the President’s Office. President Herzog’s office confirmed receiving the appeal and described it as an “extraordinary request” with “significant implications.” New Delhi: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has formally requested President Isaac Herzog for a pardon in the corruption cases he has been facing for several years. His request was submitted through the legal team at the President’s Office. President Herzog’s office confirmed receiving the appeal and described it as an “extraordinary request” with “significant implications.” The statement said that the president would review all related legal opinions before making a…

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