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BJP placates sitting MLA Bisht after he turns rebel, fields him from Mustafabad

NEW DELHI: The BJP on Sunday rushed to assuage sitting MLA Mohan Singh Bisht by fielding him from the Mustafabad constituency after his open defiance following the party’s decision to field Kapil Mishra from Karawal Nagar, which Bisht represents in the Delhi assembly. Bisht, a five-time MLA who has represented Karawal Nagar since 1998, apart from one defeat in 2015, …

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Hush money case: Trump to be sentenced on Jan 10, won't face jail time

Deccan Chronicle

Donald Trump will be sentenced on January 10 in a criminal case for which he was convicted for silencing a porn star by paying hush money and falsifying business record, a New York judge ruled on Friday.The judge also added that Trump will face no legal penalties for his conviction in the case, CNN reported.Judge Juan Merchan, upholding Trump's conviction, …

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New Orleans attacker acted alone, was inspired by Islamic State: FBI

India Today

The US Army veteran who drove a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year’s revellers acted alone, the FBI said Thursday, reversing its position from a day earlier that he likely worked with others in the deadly attack that officials said was inspired by the Islamic State group. It was premeditated and an evil act,” said Christopher Raia, the …

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Michael Steele Slams What GOP Senators Are Doing Right Now: ‘Such A Farce’

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Michael Steele slammed the visits of Donald Trump’s more controversial Cabinet picks to GOP senators ― purportedly to butter them up or assuage their concerns ahead of confirmation hearings ― as “such a farce” as he suggested the nominees will end up getting confirmed anyway due to the lawmakers’ subservience to the president-elect. “All this drama right …

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1 month ago

Parliamentary proceedings: Are we not part of this nation, asks Manipur MP in Lok Sabha

The Hindu

The discussion on the Constitution’s 75 years continued in the Lok Sabha on Saturday. While Outer Manipur MP Alfred Kanngam Arthur cited the Oting killings of 2021 in Nagaland and the ongoing conflict in Manipur to raise questions about the government’s commitment to Constitution, first-time MP Chandra Shekhar “Azad” asked whether certain sections of society in India were as free …

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Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament

Hindustan Times

By Gabriel Stargardter and Makini Brice Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament PARIS -New French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou said on Friday he faced a "Himalaya" of a challenge to tackle France's deficit, with opponents' lukewarm reactions to his appointment underlining the difficulty of the job he faces. President Emmanuel Macron earlier named Bayrou as …

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1 month ago

Trump’s return and the South Asia outlook

The Hindu

In January 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn-in as the 47th President of the United States of America. During his first term, Mr. Trump promoted capacity building, development assistance, defence agreements, and cooperation with the South Asian countries. Mr. Trump’s little focus on democracy, nation-building, and human rights would also benefit Sri Lanka, where a new government is still looking …

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1 month ago

India needs reliable data to track capital expenditure across the economy

Live Mint

In 2014, Narendra Modi rode to power promising to kick-start a new investment cycle and end an era of ‘policy paralysis.’ Soon after becoming Prime Minister, he identified the revival of stalled projects as a key priority. For instance, the Annual Capital Expenditures Survey conducted by the US Census Bureau provided data on the capex of American companies for decades, …

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Federal Appeals Court Upholds Law Requiring Sale Or Ban Of TikTok In U.S.

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING A federal appeals court panel on Friday upheld a law that could lead to a ban on TikTok in a few short months, handing a resounding defeat to the popular social media platform as it fights for its survival in the U.S. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit ruled that the law, …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

The US is on the cusp of a nuclear renaissance. One problem: Americans are terrified of the waste

CNN

BUCHANAN, New York CNN — The Indian Point nuclear power plant was an energy juggernaut for 50 years, generating a quarter of the electricity that powered New York City’s iconic, glowing skyline. People “imagine it’s like the green drums of goo that Homer Simpson has,” said Paul Murray, the US Energy Department’s deputy assistant secretary focused on nuclear waste. Matt …

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2 months ago

US Sidesteps Its 30-Day Deadline for Israel to Improve Gaza Aid

Live Mint

The Biden administration sidestepped its own 30-day deadline for Israel to provide significantly more humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip or face a weapons cutoff, saying only that some progress has been made. “If we don’t see steps being taken, we of course will appropriately enforce US law.” The decision follows a warning from Secretary of State Antony Blinken and …

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2 months, 1 week ago

SAP confident of new job creation by AI

Live Mint

German software-maker SAP SE is confident that artificial intelligence will create new jobs even as the rise of the new technology casts a shadow on jobs done by humans. The SAP board’s buoyant remarks on AI contrast with those of Google-parent Alphabet Inc’s chief executive Sundar Pichai, whose comments in the company’s post-earnings conference call with analysts put alarm bells …

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2 months, 1 week ago

2024 election results: The one thing Democrats must embrace to survive.

Slate

American democracy is in peril. The Harris campaign will undoubtedly face intraparty criticism for the loss, but the widespread nature of Trump’s gains suggests an electorate broadly unhappy with the incumbent party rather than a faulty campaign strategy. The past eight years offer little reason to hope that leaders in the Republican Party will check Trump’s most reckless impulses, and …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Dalian eases housing policy for graduates

China Daily

By Zhang Xiaomin in Dalian, Liaoning | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-06 09:16 Dalian, Liaoning province, has rolled out enhanced policies on offering subsidies and incentives for purchasing houses to attract and retain talent, particularly focusing on high-level talents, university graduates and various skilled professionals. Graduates are eligible for housing vouchers with values of 100,000 yuan for doctoral degree holders, …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Dalian eases housing policy for graduates

China Daily

Dalian, Liaoning province, has rolled out enhanced policies on offering subsidies and incentives for purchasing houses to attract and retain talents, particularly focusing on high-level talents, university graduates and various skilled professionals. Graduates are eligible for housing vouchers with values of 100,000 yuan for doctoral degree holders, 50,000 yuan for master's degree holders and 30,000 yuan for bachelor's degree holders. …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Guardian bosses offer concessions to save Observer sale from rebellion

The Telegraph

The owner of The Guardian has said it will retain a stake in the Observer as bosses try to quell a staff rebellion over plans to sell the Sunday newspaper to a loss-making media start-up. In a note to staff on Thursday, Anna Bateson, chief executive of Guardian Media Group, said the Scott Trust would keep a “small” stake in …

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55 years ago

I’m a Stay-at-Home-Mom. I’m Worried About What My Husband Does With All of Our Money.

Slate

Pay Dirt is Slate’s money advice column. My career didn’t make me a ton of money though I loved it and miss it, but I won’t be returning for a few years due to very high child care costs in our area. Set aside the income tax deduction issue, because you’re not able to take advantage of it and likely …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Massive blackout in Cuba leaves 10 million people on the island without power

NPR

Massive blackout in Cuba leaves 10 million people on the island without power SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Cuba's power grid shut down Friday. GREEN: Well, according to Cuban government officials, it was triggered shortly after the failure of one of the country's largest power plants near the capital of Havana. Cuba's prime minister blamed the problem on deteriorating infrastructure, as well …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Barratt’s £2.5bn takeover of Redrow gets green light from watchdog

The Independent

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Housebuilder Barratt’s £2.5 billion purchase …

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4 months ago

PROFILE | Deepika Padukone’s Recent Roles are a Far Cry from the Characters that Made her a Star

The Hindu

Published : Sep 11, 2024 19:22 IST - 12 MINS READ Homi Adajania’s Cocktail was a rip in Hindi cinema. Padukone’s frequent co-star and ex-partner Ranbir Kapoor was delivering coming-of-age films that captured the zeitgeist and a range of “softboi” masculinities with Wake Up Sid, Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year, Rockstar, and Barfi. Both are straightforward narratives of resilience …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Several FIRs filed against Malayalam film personalities: SIT’s work has only just begun

Hindustan Times

Malayalam cinema has produced films like The Great Indian Kitchen and Veyilmarangal that address gender-based violence and sexual oppression. The Hema committee report has blown the lid off rampant cases of sexual harassment and exploitation in the state’s film industry. Shaken by the revelations in the report, the Kerala government constituted a Special Investigative Team, which has received over 20 …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Shein reveals child labour cases as it steps up supplier audits

Hindustan Times

By Helen Reid Shein reveals child labour cases as it steps up supplier audits LONDON, - Fast fashion retailer Shein found two cases of child labour at its suppliers last year, it said in its 2023 sustainability report, as it stepped up audits of manufacturers in China to assuage criticisms of its low-cost business model ahead of a planned flotation. …

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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ford ditches new EV in major strategy shift amid slowing demand for electric cars

Daily Mail

Ford has abruptly cancelled plans to produce a three-row electric SUV, and has delayed building a new EV plant in Tennessee. The pullback marks a major shift for the car company, amid slowing demand for electric cars. Ford has bet big on electric vehicles but expects to make loses of $5.5 billion this year The now-delayed plant in Tennessee, which …

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4 months, 4 weeks ago

Harris Takes Aim At Food, Housing Prices As Part Of ‘Opportunity Economy’ Pitch

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING Vice President Kamala Harris, in her first major economic policy address since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee, unveiled Friday proposals to ease the costs of housing and food as part of a larger effort to create “an opportunity economy.” The speech in Raleigh, North Carolina, which had been widely anticipated to fill in some details of broader …

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BJP placates sitting MLA Bisht after he turns rebel, fields him from Mustafabad

Hush money case: Trump to be sentenced on Jan 10, won't face jail time

New Orleans attacker acted alone, was inspired by Islamic State: FBI

Michael Steele Slams What GOP Senators Are Doing Right Now: ‘Such A Farce’

Parliamentary proceedings: Are we not part of this nation, asks Manipur MP in Lok Sabha

Macron's new PM Bayrou faces budget battle with fractious French parliament

Trump’s return and the South Asia outlook

India needs reliable data to track capital expenditure across the economy

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Law Requiring Sale Or Ban Of TikTok In U.S.

The US is on the cusp of a nuclear renaissance. One problem: Americans are terrified of the waste

US Sidesteps Its 30-Day Deadline for Israel to Improve Gaza Aid

SAP confident of new job creation by AI

2024 election results: The one thing Democrats must embrace to survive.

Dalian eases housing policy for graduates

Dalian eases housing policy for graduates

Guardian bosses offer concessions to save Observer sale from rebellion

I’m a Stay-at-Home-Mom. I’m Worried About What My Husband Does With All of Our Money.

Massive blackout in Cuba leaves 10 million people on the island without power

Barratt’s £2.5bn takeover of Redrow gets green light from watchdog

PROFILE | Deepika Padukone’s Recent Roles are a Far Cry from the Characters that Made her a Star

Several FIRs filed against Malayalam film personalities: SIT’s work has only just begun

Shein reveals child labour cases as it steps up supplier audits

Ford ditches new EV in major strategy shift amid slowing demand for electric cars

Harris Takes Aim At Food, Housing Prices As Part Of ‘Opportunity Economy’ Pitch