Mob tries to storm Manipur chief minister's home amid escalating protests
A mob protesting the deaths of six hostages have attempted to break into the residence of Chief Minister N Biren Singh in the Indian state of Manipur. The attack sparked another flashpoint involving security forces and protesters in the violence-hit state on Saturday, broadcaster NDTV reports. Security forces later deployed tear gas to disperse the protesters. The Manipur government has requested the central government to reconsider and revoke the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA), a controversial law that grants sweeping powers to the armed forces. The Indian central government has deployed additional security forces and pledged firm action against violent elements in both communities.
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November 17, 2024 09:30 UTC
November 16, 2024
In the Chimbuk Range of Bandarbans, the 'Achiote' or 'Lipstick Tree' grows in the hillside crevices along the roadside. Its seeds are used to make a variety of cosmetics, including lipstick, while locals also rely on the fruit for treating wounds, itching, and inflammation. Photo: Samir Mallik
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November 17, 2024 05:52 UTC
Trump's pro-Israel cabinet picks upset Muslims who voted for him
REUTERSRepublican presidential nominee and former US President Donald Trump greets a Michigan Muslim community leader at a rally in Novi, Michigan, US, October 26, 2024. Muslim support for Trump helped him win Michigan and may have factored into other swing state wins, strategists believe. Trump picked Republican senator Marco Rubio, a staunch supporter of Israel for Secretary of State. Another key Trump ally, Massad Boulos, the Lebanese father-in-law of Trump's daughter Tiffany, met repeatedly with Arab American and Muslim leaders. Rola Makki, the Lebanese American, Muslim vice chair for outreach of the Michigan Republican Party, agreed.
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November 17, 2024 02:38 UTC
UK minister for Indo-Pacific in city
During her visit, Minister West will meet Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus and Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain, said a press release issued by British High Commission here. This marks the first UK ministerial visit to Bangladesh since the formation of the interim government in August last. The UK minister will also hold discussions with political leaders, business representatives, and civil society members. British High Commissioner to Bangladesh Sarah Cooke welcomed the visit, stating, “I am delighted to host UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific Catherine West in Bangladesh. Minister West is also expected to meet with student leaders and political parties to discuss the UK’s support for Bangladesh’s democratic recovery.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 16, 2024 23:20 UTC
Stock market faces deepening crisis amid declining confidence
The scars of the 2010 stock market crash still linger, with investor trust at its lowest in nearly 15 years. Amid the ongoing crisis, frustrated investors have resorted to protests and rallies, further eroding confidence in the stock market. "A separate committee should be formed to identify the irregularities in the stock market," he said. HOPE TURNED TO DISAPPOINTMENTAfter the major collapse in 2010, the stock market again became a topic of discussion in 2020. If we detect insider trading or stock market gambling, we will act swiftly according to the law."
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November 16, 2024 20:54 UTC
‘Interior Chinatown’ Author Talks Book-to-TV Changes, Taika Waititi’s Influence, and More
In Hulu‘s Interior Chinatown, we meet Willis Wu (played expertly by Silicon Valley’s Jimmy O. Yang). And Willis… he’s stuck. Yu calls the series “Law & Order meets The Twilight Zone meets The Truman Show.”Below, Yu dissects his meta, tone-breaking 10-episode romp. So, you get the feeling of this world around Willis, that he’s really at the edges of. Jimmy brought layers of his own personal experience, and he is funnier than book Willis, for sure.
Source:Daily Sun
November 16, 2024 20:31 UTC
Netflix experiences streaming delays leading up to Tyson-Paul fight
The fight Friday night between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul experienced streaming problems according to many viewers on social media. Many viewers took to Twitter/X and Bluesky to express their frustrations with streaming and buffering problems before and during the fight. According to the website Down Detector, nearly 85,000 viewers logged problems with outages or streaming leading up to the fight. Netflix representatives had no comment via e-mails to The Associated Press on the streaming problems viewers experienced leading up to or during the fight. The streaming delays weren't the only problems Netflix experienced leading up to the fight.
Source:Daily Sun
November 16, 2024 19:16 UTC
Attorney general questions Yunus government's authority to amend Constitution
He stresses the importance of adhering to constitutional guidelines in governanceAttorney General Md Asaduzzaman has called into question the interim government's authority to amend the Constitution. Referring to Article 93 of the Constitution, the attorney general suggested that it is important to consider whether the caretaker administration has the authority to amend the Constitution. However, the power to amend the Constitution lies solely with the elected parliament, a point that BNP has been repeatedly reminding. The attorney general advised making the Constitution truly sovereign, suggesting that reforms should be introduced to guarantee that every five years, the people can exercise their sovereign power. He added, "I believe that if the required steps are taken to ensure this, the Constitution will be sovereign.
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November 16, 2024 19:12 UTC
Militants kill seven paramilitary troops in southwestern Pakistan
Another 18 wounded paramilitary soldiers, some in critical condition,are admitted to local hospitalsParamilitary soldiers stand guard along a road, ahead of the general elections in Karachi, Pakistan Feb 7, 2024.REUTERSParamilitary soldiers stand guard along a road, ahead of the general elections in Karachi, Pakistan Feb 7, 2024.REUTERSMilitants stormed a paramilitary checkpoint in southwestern Pakistan on Saturday, killing seven troops, the latest in a string of attacks by separatist insurgents, police said. The early-morning attack in the mountainous Kalat district, some 150km south of Quetta, capital of the southwestern Balochistan province, continued for several hours, said police officer Habib-ur-Rehman. Another 18 wounded paramilitary soldiers, some in critical condition, were admitted to local hospitals, he said. Separatist militant group the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) said in an email sent to a Reuters reporter that its fighters had attacked the checkpoint. The group also claimed a suicide bombing last month outside the southern Karachi international airport, which killed two Chinese engineers.
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November 16, 2024 18:39 UTC
BGB seizes huge Indian smuggled goods in Habiganj
DHAKA, Nov 16, 2024 (BSS) - The paramilitary Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) in a drive has seized different Indian smuggled goods worth about Taka three crore at Saheb Bari Bus Stand area under Madhabpur upazila in Habiganj district. "A special patrol team of BGB-55 Battalion seized a mini covered van containing smuggled Indian goods at Saheb Bari Bus Stand on the Dhaka-Sylhet Highway under Madhabpur upazila in Habiganj district yesterday afternoon," Habiganj BGB-55 Battalion Commander Lieutenant Colonel Imdadul Bari said this afternoon. After searching the covered van, BGB recovered 7,960 pieces of Nivea Soft Cream, 5,738 pieces of Nivea Body Lotion, 9,000 pieces of Skin Sun Cream, 3,840 pieces of My Fair 20 Cream, 728 pieces of Klop-G 30 Cream, 3,960 Piece Johnson Baby Lotion, 65 Pieces Banarasi Sarees, 581 Pieces Sarees of different brands and 2,922 meters of velvet fabrics. The estimated cost of the seized goods is about Taka three crore. The seized goods were handed over to the Habiganj District Customs Office, the BGB officer added.
Source:Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha
November 16, 2024 17:30 UTC
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November 16, 2024 17:07 UTC
Eight killed in second mass attack in China in a week
Police say suspect was angry over not getting his graduation certificate and failing an examEight killed in second mass attack in China in a weekPolice respond following a stabbing attack at vocational college in Yixing, Wuxi city, Jiangsu, China Nov 16, 2024 in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. Social Media/via REUTERSPolice respond following a stabbing attack at vocational college in Yixing, Wuxi city, Jiangsu, China Nov 16, 2024 in this screen grab obtained from a social media video. Saturday evening's knife attack took place at the Wuxi Vocational College of Arts and Technology in Yixing, part of Wuxi city in the eastern province of Jiangsu. Police in Wuxi said the stabbing suspect was angry over not getting his graduation certificate and failing an exam. One online commentator said the Wuxi attack appeared to reflect a sense of entitlement for a generation that had not expected hardship, a "giant baby mentality".
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November 16, 2024 17:01 UTC
Organix, O Creeds to boost renewable energy, waste management in BD
"Selecting the right technology is critical for both environmental safety and long-term quality," says Tapas Biswas, CEO of Organix. ""Our collaboration with O Creeds Ltd reflects a shared vision to utilise the best available technology for transforming waste into renewable energy," Tapas says. "Together, we aim to address waste management challenges while ensuring environmental sustainability and economic benefits for the people of Bangladesh. "This partnership represents a significant milestone in advancing Bangladesh's renewable energy and waste management goals. "The joint initiative will develop biogas and RNG projects, promote effective waste management, strengthen climate resilience, and enhance energy security, the statement says.—bdnews24.com
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November 16, 2024 16:04 UTC
Interim govt taking steps to make money laundering impossible
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November 16, 2024 16:04 UTC