How IPL teams stack up after record-breaking auctionNEW DELHI, Nov 26, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - The 10 Indian Premier League teamssplurged millions on players during a two-day auction to reset their squadsfor the 18th edition of the Twenty20 tournament. Pundits including Tom Moody said Rahul's $1.65 million price tag was a "goodbuy" for an outfit searching for their first IPL title. The 27-year-old left-hander made a stunning return to competitive cricket inthe IPL this year following a serious car crash. - Gujarat Titans -Gujarat snapped up England batsman Jos Buttler for $1.87 million, beforesecuring top names including Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada. - Royal Challengers Bangalore -Still hunting for their first IPL title, Bangalore got England's Salt for$1.36 million to partner star batsman Virat Kohli.

November 26, 2024 10:50 UTC

"About the issue of US tariffs on China, China believes that China-US economic and trade cooperation is mutually beneficial in nature," Chinese Embassy Spokesperson Liu Pengyu said in a statement'No one will win a trade war,' China says after Trump tariff threatUS and Chinese flags are seen in this illustration taken, January 30, 2023. REUTERSNeither the United States nor China would win a trade war, the Chinese Embassy in Washington said on Monday, after US President-elect Donald Trump threatened to slap an additional 10% tariff on all Chinese imports when he takes office on Jan 20. "About the issue of US tariffs on China, China believes that China-US economic and trade cooperation is mutually beneficial in nature," Chinese Embassy Spokesperson Liu Pengyu said in a statement. "No one will win a trade war or a tariff war," Liu said. Trump said he would impose the tariffs until China stops the flow of illegal drugs, particularly fentanyl, into the United States.

November 26, 2024 10:18 UTC

The huge gathering around the prison van carrying Chinmoy includes hermits, women and children. A large number of policemen are present at the scene surrounding the prison van and protesters. Since his bail was not granted, the lawyers sought the court's order to allow Chinmoy Krishna to perform his religious rituals while in jail. Around 12:15pm, Chinmoy Krishna was taken into the prison van guarded by police, BGB, ABPN members. Chinmoy Krishna addressed the gathering sitting inside the prison van.

November 26, 2024 09:35 UTC

Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari represents the Hindu group Sammilita Sanatani Jote. New Delhi: The Indian government has expressed "deep concern" over the arrest and denial of bail to Hindu leader Shri Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh. Krishna Das's arrest follows the multiple attacks on Hindus and other minorities by extremist elements in Bangladesh. We also note with concern the attacks on minorities protesting peacefully against the arrest of Shri Das," MEA said in a press statement. Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari represents the Hindu group Sammilita Sanatani Jote .

November 26, 2024 09:06 UTC

Fine Gael Faces Tight Election Amidst Declining Support Polls show Simon Harris's party slipping to third place as pre-election controversies mountThe electoral race of Ireland is heating up as the nation approaches its general election this Friday, marked by significant troubles for the ruling party, Fine Gael. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Simon Harris, Fine Gael, which has held office since 2010, is facing declining support just days before the polls open. Another poll conducted by the Sunday Independent echoed this, showing Fine Gael sinking by four percent. The polling atmosphere sets Fine Gael behind Fianna Fáil, led by Micheál Martin, which has garnered 21 percent support, as well as Sinn Féin, currently at 20 percent. Professor Theresa Reidy from University College Cork noted, "It is the cumulative impact of all these blunders—not just the viral incident with Fallon—that is now pushing Fine Gael down the ranks.

November 26, 2024 09:03 UTC





India has expressed concern over the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, leader of the Hindu organization Sammilita Sanatani Jote, in Bangladesh. India has criticized the action, emphasizing that charges were brought against a religious leader for peaceful protests, while perpetrators of arson and vandalism against temples and minorities remain unpunished. It lamented that while those responsible for such attacks remain at large, a religious leader advocating peacefully for legitimate demands has been arrested. A court in Bangladesh on Tuesday ordered Chinmoy Krishna Das to be sent to jail after rejecting his bail appeal. Why was Chinmoy Krishna Das arrested?

November 26, 2024 08:56 UTC

Dhaka, Nov 26 (PTI) A court in Bangladesh on Tuesday ordered to send to jail Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a leader of the Hindu group Sammilita Sanatani Jote, after turning down his bail appeal. “The court of Chattogram Sixth Metropolitan Magistrate Kazi Shariful Islam issued the order around 11:45 am on Tuesday,” BDNews24.com said. The followers of the Hindu priest began to chant slogans in protest at the court premises as he was not granted bail, the news portal added. Bangladesh police on Monday arrested Das from the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport area in Dhaka. “Das was detained in line with a request from (regular police)," spokesman of the Police's Detective Branch Rezaul Karim said.

November 26, 2024 08:46 UTC

A Bangladeshi court on Tuesday denied bail to Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, ordering his incarceration. The legal decision sparked protests from his followers at the court premises. The Chattogram Sixth Metropolitan Magistrate Kazi Shariful Islam issued the order at approximately 11:45 am, according to local news outlet BDNews24.com. Das was arrested by Bangladesh police at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport on Monday. His detention was requested by the regular police force, but no detailed charges were disclosed.

November 26, 2024 08:36 UTC

Formula 1 has always been considered a European sport, steeped in tradition and exclusivity. In the wake of this past weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix, however, I think it’s become clear that this European grounding has eroded. Building on this momentum, Liberty Media doubled down by adding races in Miami and Las Vegas to join the long-standing Austin Grand Prix. The Las Vegas event is particularly ambitious — a night race on the iconic Strip, taking place in the shadow of the famed Caesars Palace casino. Liberty Media’s gamble here is clear: to make Las Vegas the crown jewel of the calendar, rivaling or even replacing Abu Dhabi as the season finale.

November 26, 2024 08:06 UTC

ProductionThe resolution that kicked off the talks urged a treaty that would "promote sustainable production and consumption of plastics". But what that means is a key point of difference among negotiators. Some countries want the treaty to mandate a reduction of new plastic production, and the phase-out of "unneccessary" items, such as some single-use plastics. "A new global agreement to address plastic pollution should not duplicate these existing instruments and voluntary efforts," warned the International Council of Chemical Associations. Developed countries "have historically benefited from industrial activities related to plastic production", noted Saudi Arabia, speaking for the Arab group.

November 26, 2024 07:44 UTC

ISLAMABAD, Nov 26, 2024 (BSS/AFP) - Pakistani protesters flooding the capital on Tuesday to demand the release of ex-prime minister Imran Khan killed four members of the nation's security forces, the government said. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said in a statement the members of the paramilitary Rangers force were "killed in the attack" by protesters in central Islamabad.

November 26, 2024 07:05 UTC

Dhaka University (DU) authorities have postponed the fourth-year honours examinations of the seven colleges which were scheduled to be held today (Tuesday), reports bdnews24.com. According to a notification issued by the university's examination controller's office on Monday, Tuesday's exam for the seven colleges affiliated with DU has been postponed citing "unavoidable reasons". The notification also states a new exam schedule will be announced "shortly" and the timetable for other examinations will remain unchanged. The fourth-year honours exams of the seven colleges began last week. Students of various educational institutions in Old Dhaka have engaged in clashes for the past two days over the death of a Mollah College student who passed away while undergoing treatment at Dhaka National Medical.

November 26, 2024 06:49 UTC

More than 500,000 individual taxpayers have filed their income tax returns online for FY 2024-2025. The statement highlighted a significant increase compared to the same period last year, when 217,471 returns were submitted online. The number of registrations for online return filing has also surpassed 1.25 million. Taxpayers can easily and quickly file their 2024-2025 returns using the NBR's www.etaxnbr.gov.bd platform. The portal allows users to download and print return copies, acknowledgment receipts, income tax certificates, and TIN certificates.

November 26, 2024 06:04 UTC

Corsicana, TX (75110)TodaySome clouds in the morning will give way to mainly sunny skies for the afternoon. Winds E at 5 to 10 mph..TonightMostly clear skies. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph.

November 26, 2024 05:38 UTC

General Daily Insight for November 26, 2024 Pleasure could come with complications today. As the optimistic Libra Moon fusses at gloomy Saturn, every good idea could rapidly turn out to have something wrong with it. Aries March 21 – April 19 Looking good in public could be a high priority for you at this time. You probably do need a break from your daily routine, but don’t let peer pressure tell you that relaxation must look a certain way. If there’s a way for your companion to join you in this, you might as well offer them the opportunity.

November 26, 2024 05:20 UTC