Rahul Gandhi’s US trip aimed at promoting shared values of real democracy: Sam Pitroda
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Ally vs ally: In Wayanad, Annie Raja is more than a ‘textbook’ politician. Can she take on Rahul Gandhi?
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Indian couple from Gujarat gives up billion-dollar lifestyle to become monks : A Gujarat businessman and his wife have gained attention by giving away their ...
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We are fighting to save the Constitution, says Rahul
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India's BJP election manifesto lacks plans for structural economic reforms, Citi says
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India's state-run NBCC to set up shadow lender to help save over $100 mln, sources say
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India, China should urgently address 'prolonged situation' on borders, Modi says: India and China should urgently address the
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Quick Glance: India, China urged to address 'prolonged situation' on borders, Modi says
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that India and China should urgently address the 'prolonged situation' on their border, emphasizing the strained relations between the two countries since a clash between their troops in the disputed Himalayan frontier in 2020.
- Modi highlighted the importance of peace on the border for normal relations with China, expressing India's commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and dignity. He has focused on internal security and strong foreign policy as key campaign themes for his third term bid.
- Emphasizing the significance of the relationship with China, Modi stressed the importance of peaceful relations between the two neighbors for the entire region and the world. The India-China border, spanning 3,800 km, much of it poorly demarcated, has been a historical point of contention, including a war in 1962.
Ukraine army chief says Russia making significant 'gains' in east of country: Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russia is making tactical gains and benefitting from ...
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Iran-Israel conflict: What it means for India's stake in the region : Hours before Iran launched more than 300 projectiles on Iran during early hours of Sunday ...
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Strongest earthquake in 25 years hits Taiwan - seismology centre: The earthquake has set off tsunami warnings in the neighbouring countries of Japan and the ...
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Quick Glance: Apple Beats Solo 4: Release on May 2, 2024, Full Specifications Revealed
- The Beats Solo 4 are set to be released on May 2, 2024, featuring improved Spatial Audio and new drivers.
- They will be charged via USB-C, support HighRes-Audio, and offer up to 50 hours of wireless playback.
- Additional features include One-Touch-Pairing for Android, Find-My support, and UltraPlush ear cushions.
- The price for the Beats Solo 4 is expected to remain at 199.99 US dollars, with Bluetooth 5.3 and Beamforming microphones.
Vietnam sentences real estate tycoon Truong My Lan to death in its largest ever fraud case
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Quick Glance: Death Sentence for Real Estate Tycoon in Vietnam's Largest Fraud Case
- Truong My Lan, a prominent businesswoman and real estate tycoon, was sentenced to death in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case, marking a shocking development in the country's escalating anti-corruption campaign.
- Born in 1956, Lan founded the Van Thinh Phat company with her family in 1992, which grew to become one of Vietnam's richest real estate firms linked to some of Ho Chi Minh's most valuable properties.
- She was accused of using the bank as her cash cow, illegally controlling it between 2012 and 2022, and using thousands of 'ghost companies' in Vietnam and abroad to give loans to herself and her allies.
- Her arrest in October 2022 falls within a period of increased anti-corruption efforts in Vietnam ramping up since 2022, impacting the country's economic outlook and unsettling foreign investors.
Edtech firm Byju's India CEO resigns in latest setback
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India election 2024 live news: Modi seeks third term in weeks-long vote: First of seven phases of the mammoth general election for 543 seats of India’s lower ...
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Sania Mirza prioritises people over money or fame: Former Indian Tennis player Sania Mirza has stressed the importance of having loyal people by your side ...
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Quick Glance: Sania Mirza Emphasizes Importance of Loyalty
- Former Indian tennis player Sania Mirza has emphasized the importance of having loyal people by your side, stating that money and fame are not the most important things in a person's life.
- Speaking to BBC Urdu, Sania highlighted the crucial need to have people who will support you during tough times.
- She stressed the significance of staying connected to reality and surrounding oneself with individuals who speak the truth and provide feedback when others only offer praise.
- Sania also mentioned that she has become more patient and that the lessons learned from sportsmanship are applicable in real life.
Ally vs ally: In Wayanad, Annie Raja is more than a ‘textbook’ politician. Can she take on Rahul Gandhi?
newslaundry.com/2024/04/17/ally-vs-ally-in-wayanad-annie-raja-is-more-than-a-textbook-politician-can-she-take-on-rahul-gandhi
EU approves major overhaul of migration rules: The new rules are designed to make EU states share responsibility for hosting asylum seekers.
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Quick Glance: EU Parliament Approves Comprehensive Reforms to Migration Policy
- The EU Parliament has approved significant measures to reform migration policy, aiming to enhance handling irregular migration.
- The reforms aim to distribute the burden on countries that historically hosted the most asylum seekers, particularly in southern EU nations.
- Despite the limited scope of some reforms, the solidarity mechanism is expected to build trust between member states and create some harmony.
- Implementation of the reforms will take time and ultimately depend on member states, potentially leading to political tensions.
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