India is confident that the Brazilian presidency will achieve a consensus declaration at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro (Nov 18-19) despite challenges posed by the Ukraine war and tensions in West Asia. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted India’s support for Brazil’s initiative against hunger and poverty and emphasized the importance of collaboration on
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India is confident that the Brazilian presidency will achieve a consensus declaration at the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro (Nov 18-19) despite challenges posed by the Ukraine war and tensions in West Asia. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri highlighted India’s support for Brazil’s initiative against hunger and poverty and emphasized the importance of collaboration on
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Darbhanga, Bihar, on November 13 to inaugurate and lay the foundation for projects worth ₹12,100 crore. The initiatives focus on healthcare, road and rail connectivity, clean energy, and affordable medicines, aiming to boost infrastructure and quality of life across the state. BulletsIn PM laid the foundation stone of AIIMS Darbhanga,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Darbhanga, Bihar, on November 13 to inaugurate and lay the foundation for projects worth ₹12,100 crore. The initiatives focus on healthcare, road and rail connectivity, clean energy, and affordable medicines, aiming to boost infrastructure and quality of life across the state. BulletsIn PM laid the foundation stone of AIIMS Darbhanga,
Donald Trump, President-elect of the United States, has announced Pete Hegseth as his Secretary of Defense. Known for his military service and conservative media presence, Hegseth’s appointment reflects Trump’s intent to reshape the Pentagon amid global security challenges. BulletsIn Pete Hegseth, 44, is a Fox News host and Army veteran, selected by Trump for Secretary
Donald Trump, President-elect of the United States, has announced Pete Hegseth as his Secretary of Defense. Known for his military service and conservative media presence, Hegseth’s appointment reflects Trump’s intent to reshape the Pentagon amid global security challenges. BulletsIn Pete Hegseth, 44, is a Fox News host and Army veteran, selected by Trump for Secretary
Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic Congresswoman and US Army reservist, has been appointed by Donald Trump as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI). This role positions her at the helm of the US intelligence community, overseeing national security matters. Gabbard’s Senate approval is expected to be a formality, following the Republican victory in the Senate.
Tulsi Gabbard, a former Democratic Congresswoman and US Army reservist, has been appointed by Donald Trump as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI). This role positions her at the helm of the US intelligence community, overseeing national security matters. Gabbard’s Senate approval is expected to be a formality, following the Republican victory in the Senate.
244On January 15, 1919, Boston’s North End witnessed a catastrophic industrial failure as 2.3 million gallons of molasses burst from a poorly built tank. The sticky wave caused widespread destruction, claiming 21 lives, injuring 150, and leaving a lasting imprint on history. BulletsIn On Jan 15, 1919, a molasses tank exploded in Boston’s North End.
On January 15, 1919, Boston’s North End witnessed a catastrophic industrial failure as 2.3 million gallons of molasses burst from a poorly built tank. The sticky wave caused widespread destruction, claiming 21 lives, injuring 150, and leaving a lasting imprint on history. BulletsIn On Jan 15, 1919, a molasses tank exploded in Boston’s North End.
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239In 1948, Folke Bernadotte, a Swedish diplomat and rescuer of Jews from Nazi camps, was assassinated by members of the Zionist militant group, Lehi, while working as a UN mediator in the Israeli-Arab conflict. Despite his humanitarian efforts, his involvement in peace negotiations and controversial proposals made him a target. BulletsIn Rescued thousands of Jews
In 1948, Folke Bernadotte, a Swedish diplomat and rescuer of Jews from Nazi camps, was assassinated by members of the Zionist militant group, Lehi, while working as a UN mediator in the Israeli-Arab conflict. Despite his humanitarian efforts, his involvement in peace negotiations and controversial proposals made him a target. BulletsIn Rescued thousands of Jews
British author Samantha Harvey was awarded the 2024 Booker Prize on November 12 for her novel “Orbital,” set on a space station. The novel, written during the COVID-19 lockdown, depicts six astronauts experiencing 16 sunrises and sunsets in a single day, as they reflect on Earth’s beauty and isolation. BulletsIn Samantha Harvey awarded £50,000 (₹53.7
British author Samantha Harvey was awarded the 2024 Booker Prize on November 12 for her novel “Orbital,” set on a space station. The novel, written during the COVID-19 lockdown, depicts six astronauts experiencing 16 sunrises and sunsets in a single day, as they reflect on Earth’s beauty and isolation. BulletsIn Samantha Harvey awarded £50,000 (₹53.7
On November 12, 2024, French MPs rejected a highly modified 2025 budget draft, which included substantial new taxes proposed by opposition parties. Facing pressure to manage national debt, Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government plans to revise and resubmit a budget draft to the Senate. This rejection reflects divisions within the French Parliament on fiscal approaches
On November 12, 2024, French MPs rejected a highly modified 2025 budget draft, which included substantial new taxes proposed by opposition parties. Facing pressure to manage national debt, Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government plans to revise and resubmit a budget draft to the Senate. This rejection reflects divisions within the French Parliament on fiscal approaches
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In 1857, Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal emperor, faced a dilemma as Indian sepoys sought his leadership against the British. Torn between joining the rebellion and safeguarding his pension, he secretly communicated with British officers, willing to betray the revolt. BulletsIn Bahadur Shah Zafar was 82, leading a diminished life in Delhi’s Red Fort
In 1857, Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal emperor, faced a dilemma as Indian sepoys sought his leadership against the British. Torn between joining the rebellion and safeguarding his pension, he secretly communicated with British officers, willing to betray the revolt. BulletsIn Bahadur Shah Zafar was 82, leading a diminished life in Delhi’s Red Fort
The Indian government may soon increase the wage ceiling to ₹21,000 and reduce the employee threshold to 10-15 for the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to expand social security benefits for workers. These measures, under review by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, aim to strengthen worker protections and widen EPFO coverage. BulletsIn Government considers
The Indian government may soon increase the wage ceiling to ₹21,000 and reduce the employee threshold to 10-15 for the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to expand social security benefits for workers. These measures, under review by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, aim to strengthen worker protections and widen EPFO coverage. BulletsIn Government considers
