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Canada Lifts Enhanced Security Measures for Flights to India

22 Nov 2024 12:22 PM IST

Canada has lifted the enhanced security measures that were previously imposed on passengers traveling to India. These measures, which were introduced due to safety concerns, were removed on Thursday, according to Transport Minister Anita Anand’s office, as reported by CBC News. The additional screening measures had been in place since

Dreyfus Trial Explained; Netanyahu Denounces ICC Charges As Anti-Semitic

22 Nov 2024 12:18 PM IST

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif, accusing them of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the ongoing Gaza conflict. Netanyahu condemned the ICC’s decision, calling it “anti-Semitic” and comparing it

US Rejects ICC Arrest Warrants for Israeli PM Netanyahu and Former Defence Minister Gallant

22 Nov 2024 12:08 PM IST

The United States on Friday rejected the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged “crimes against humanity and war crimes.” White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticized the ICC’s decision during a press briefing,

Donald Trump Launches $10,000 Autographed Guitars Following Success of Bibles and Watches

22 Nov 2024 11:58 AM IST

US President-elect Donald Trump has introduced a new merchandise line: a series of branded acoustic and electric guitars. The collection, available through the ‘Trump Guitars’ website, includes four distinct series: The “American Eagle Series,” the “Presidential Series,” the “Signature Edition,” and “God Bless The USA.” Trump also teased an upcoming

Trump Appoints Pam Bondi as Attorney General Following Gaetz Withdrawal

22 Nov 2024 10:58 AM IST

President-elect Donald Trump nominated Pam Bondi on Thursday as the U.S. Attorney General after Matt Gaetz withdrew his candidacy amid sexual misconduct allegations. Gaetz’s exit marked a significant setback for Trump, signaling the limits of his power, even as he prepares to reclaim the White House with Republican control of

Canada Denies Media Reports Linking Nijjar Killing to PM Modi, NSA Doval

22 Nov 2024 09:48 AM IST

Under pressure, Canada has officially refuted media reports that attempted to connect the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, an NIA-designated terrorist, to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval. In a statement from the Privy Council Office, Nathalie G. Drouin,

President Biden Honored with Celtics Jersey and Basketball

22 Nov 2024 09:39 AM IST

On Thursday, President Joe Biden received a customized Boston Celtics jersey during the team’s visit to the White House. The jersey had his name and the number 46, representing his presidency. Jayson Tatum Presents the Gift Jayson Tatum, the Celtics’ power forward, handed Biden the special jersey. Along with it,

SEC Chair Gary Gensler to Step Down at End of Biden Administration

22 Nov 2024 09:34 AM IST

Gary Gensler, the Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has announced his decision to step down as Wall Street’s top regulator at the conclusion of the Joe Biden administration. He will serve until noon on January 20, when Donald Trump is set to assume the presidency, according

Elon Musk Mocks DeGeneres and de Rossi’s Move to the UK

22 Nov 2024 09:15 AM IST

Elon Musk recently mocked Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi for relocating from the US to the UK. He linked their decision to a conspiracy theory involving Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. Why They Moved DeGeneres and de Rossi reportedly moved to the Cotswolds, England, just before the 2024 US presidential election.

Netanyahu Rejects ICC Arrest Warrant, Vows to Continue Defending Israel

22 Nov 2024 08:59 AM IST

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) arrest warrant against him over alleged war crimes in Gaza would not deter Israel from defending itself. In a video statement reported by AFP, Netanyahu declared, “No outrageous anti-Israel decision will prevent us—and it will not prevent me—from

Putin Threatens UK with New Ballistic Missile as Ukraine War Intensifies

22 Nov 2024 08:50 AM IST

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a stark warning, threatening to target the UK with a new ballistic missile amid escalating tensions in the Ukraine conflict, according to PA Media. The threat follows the supply of long-range weapons to Ukraine by the UK and the US, including British Storm Shadow

White House Acknowledges Allegations Against Gautam Adani

22 Nov 2024 08:11 AM IST

The White House has addressed allegations against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani. US prosecutors indicted him in New York for his alleged involvement in a massive bribery and fraud scheme. Details of the Accusations Prosecutors accused Gautam Adani and seven others, including his nephew Sagar Adani, of paying $265 million in