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More nations express outrage; India flays OIC
India on Monday hit out at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) after it condemned the derogatory comments made by two former BJP leaders on Prophet Muhammed and Islam.
New IT rules to ensure ‘Big Tech platforms’ do not contravene Constitutional rights of citizens: Govt.
Following the uproar over the proposed amendments to the Information Technology (IT) Rules, the government on Monday said that the recommendations placed the interests of digital Indians first and sought to ensure the Constitutional rights of citizens are not contravened by “big tech platforms”.
ED files charge sheet against Choksi, wife in PNB scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday filed a prosecution complaint (charge sheet) against absconding diamantaire Mehul Choksi and his wife in the ₹13,578-crore Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud case.
Strategic missile Agni-4 successfully test fired
Former President Bolsonaro and 36 others indicted for coup attempt to stay in power, facing potential jail time.
John Prescott: colorful British politician who brought working-class credibility to Tony Blair's government, known for his blunt style.
Susie Wiles faces challenges managing powerful interests seeking access to Trump in her role as chief of staff.
SEC Chair Gary Gensler steps down after aggressive oversight of cryptocurrencies, financial markets, and investor protection measures.
Israel and allies denounce ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, while Turkey and rights groups welcome the move.
Trump nominates Pam Bondi as Attorney General after Matt Gaetz withdraws amid sex trafficking allegations.
UNICEF reports 40% of Myanmar's 3.4M displaced are children, facing conflict, climate disasters, and deadly violence.
Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon escalate, causing significant casualties and displacements, with U.S. envoy seeking truce negotiations.
India and Australia strengthen air force cooperation through air-to-air refuelling, enhancing military reach in Indo-Pacific region.
Experts warn Sri Lanka to be cautious of Adani power project amid fraud allegations and calls for review.
COP29 draft climate finance package rejected by all signatories, developing nations demand $1.3 trillion annually for climate challenges.