US election: Meta extends ban on new political ads till later this week
Meta has announced it will extend the ban on new political ads on Facebook and Instagram even after the US presidential election on November 5. In its political ads policy update, Meta confirmed that the ban on new political ads will be extended
US polls: Economy, abortion, immigration, character top issues
When voters go to the polling stations on Tuesday, they will have to decide between the top issues presented by Kamala Harris – abortion and character – or Donald Trump – immigration and the economy. Here is a look at the issues: Economy
Indian stock market opens flat, all eyes on US election
The Indian stock market opened flat on Tuesday as buying was seen in metal, auto, IT, PSU bank, and pharma sectors during early trade, with investors turning their attention to the closely fought US election. The Sensex was trading at 78,714.02 after slipping
E-commerce platforms see over Rs 1 lakh crore worth sales in India festive season
As private consumption surges in smaller cities and towns in India, driven by high pent-up demand and a wave of premiumization, e-commerce platforms registered more than Rs 1 lakh crore in gross merchandise value (GMV) during the month-long festive season. According to industry
Deeply concerning: EAM on Brampton temple attack; slams Canada for surveillance of diplomats
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed concern over the recent attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada, calling it “deeply concerning” during a press conference with his Australian counterpart Penny Wong at Parliament House, Canberra. “What happened yesterday at
No competition among Mahayuti partners over CM’s post: Fadnavis
Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, who is leading the BJP’s campaign for the Maharashtra Assembly elections, on Tuesday claimed that the Mahayuti comprising the BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP will form the government, and the decision about the next chief minister will be
EAM Jaishankar confident of growing India-US ties regardless of election outcome
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar expressed confidence on Tuesday that India-US relations would continue to grow steadily, regardless of the outcome of the US presidential elections. Speaking at a joint press conference with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong at Parliament House in
US officials sound alarm about foreign interference in election as fake video aimed at Harris surfaces
As a sophisticated artificial intelligence-driven fake video targeting the Democratic Party’s presidential ticket surfaced, US officials have raised concerns about foreign interference in the upcoming election. Iran is backing Vice President Kamala Harris, while Russia is supporting former President Donald Trump, with China
US Election: Trump raises spectre of rigged polls
With one day to go before the election, Donald Trump has raised the spectre of a rigged election, accusing the Democrats of trying to steal it. “They are fighting so hard to steal this damn thing,” Trump said on Sunday at a rally
Assault on Hindus, Sikhs will not be tolerated: Union Minister Bittu on Brampton temple attack
Following the attack by Khalistani extremists on the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Canada, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu expressed widespread anger and condemnation, warning that such assaults on Hindus and Sikhs will not be tolerated. Bittu held Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
1924 Congress meet in Belagavi: Obama invited for joint Assembly session by K’taka govt
The Karnataka government has invited former U.S. President Barack Obama to attend a joint Assembly session organized to commemorate the centenary of the 1924 Congress session, chaired by Mahatma Gandhi in Belagavi. This session marked Mahatma Gandhi’s launch of the freedom movement against
‘Hard to quantify, but it’s pretty special’, says Rachin on NZ’s 3-0 win over India
New Zealand’s batting all-rounder Rachin Ravindra described his team’s 3-0 Test series victory over India as something special that is difficult to fully quantify. New Zealand secured a historic Test series victory in India with a dramatic 25-run win at the Wankhede Stadium
Big B shares his food for thought on Diwali indulgence
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has penned his thoughts about Diwali indulgence, sharing that the “resistance to consumption that was being deliberately avoided was broken due to unavoidable circumstances.” Big B took to his blog, where he wrote: “Another Sunday gone by, and the resistance
Cowards: Canadian leader rips into Trudeau, others for not calling Khalistanis by name
People’s Party of Canada (PPC) leader Maxime Bernier criticized Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and opposition leaders Jagmeet Singh and Pierre Poilievre for their responses to a recent attack on Hindu temples and devotees in Brampton. Bernier alleged that the leaders refrained from
EAM Jaishankar inaugurates new consulate in Brisbane, strengthening India-Australia ties
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar inaugurated the new Consulate General of India in Brisbane, Australia, on Monday, further solidifying India-Australia relations. Jaishankar, currently on a two-nation tour, will be in Australia until November 7 and will visit Singapore on November 8. He
Blinken Highlights Diwali’s Powerful Message of Care and Community
Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the valuable lesson Diwali offers about the importance of caring for one another. Speaking at the State Department’s celebration of the festival, he stated, “At its core, Diwali embodies the idea that light can push back against
J&K: Gunfight Erupts in Downtown Srinagar
An encounter broke out on Saturday between security forces and terrorists in the downtown area of Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. According to officials, the encounter began after security forces initiated a Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in the Khanyar area, following intelligence reports
Harris Campaign Faces Fallout from ‘Backers’ Comment on Women
The Kamala Harris campaign is reeling from backlash after a billionaire supporter, Mark Cuban, made critical remarks about women who support Donald Trump. This controversy follows President Joe Biden’s recent comments labeling Trump supporters as “garbage.” During an appearance on The View, Cuban
Citizenship crisis? Elon Musk’s immigration history raises legal questions
Elon Musk could face serious consequences regarding his U.S. citizenship if he is found to have lied during the immigration process, according to legal experts. Born in South Africa, Musk emigrated to Canada before settling in the U.S. and becoming a citizen. He
Australian PM Celebrates Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas in Sydney
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited the Sydney Murugan Temple on Friday, celebrating Diwali with the Hindu community alongside Parramatta MP Andrew Charlton. “Deepavali celebrates the victory of light over darkness. It was fantastic to join the Tamil Australian community at the Sydney