41-year-old Indian-origin executive dies after being assaulted in United States - Telegraph India
In its report, the police said Vivek Taneja was knocked to the ground by the suspect and hit his head on the pavement. in Engineering Management and Systems Engineering from George Washington University. Earlier this week, Syed Mazahir Ali, an Indian student was attacked by robbers in Chicago. Earlier, 25-year-old Indian student Vivek Saini was fatally attacked in Georgia state’s Lithonia city by a homeless drug addict. Another Indian student, identified as Neel Acharya at Purdue University, Indiana, was confirmed dead days after being reported missing on January 28.
Source:The Telegraph
February 10, 2024 08:50 UTC
Angelina Jolie's red carpet revelation: Eternals premiere fashion frenzy!
Relive the glamour of Angelina Jolie's Eternals premiere in Rome, featuring her stunning red carpet appearance alongside daughters Zahara and Shiloh. Witness Shiloh's bold fashion statement and Zahara's nod to iconic Oscars history, adding a nostalgic touch to the star-studded event.
Source:Hindustan Times
February 10, 2024 08:24 UTC
Netflix’s newest docu-series explores Danny Casolaro’s death
watchNetflix’s newest docu-series explores Danny Casolaro’s deathThe trailer of ‘American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders’ is full of twistsImage courtesy: NetflixIn 1991, journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a hotel bathtub, with his wrists slashed. While his death was initially reported a suicide, media uproar led by his family led to the examination of a more sinister ploy around it, stemming from a story he called The Octopus. The trailer for American Conspiracy: The Octopus Murders perfectly sets up this conflict that rocked America in the early 1990s. The four-part Netflix docu-series will follow researcher Christian Hansen, as he attempts to untangle the questions around Casolaro’s death, and whether there was a massive political conspiracy that led to his untimely death. — Vedant KariaWant to get featured in the Try This Today section of My Kolkata?
Source:The Telegraph
February 10, 2024 08:16 UTC
Allegations of Indian involvement in assassination efforts in US and Canada is very concerning says State Dept nominee
WASHINGTON: The allegations that India was involved in the assassination attempts in the US and Canada are very concerning, a senior academician nominated to a top human rights diplomatic position in the State Department has told lawmakers. “Yes, it is very concerning what happened on US soil and Canadian soil,” Dafna Hochman Rand, nominee to be Assistant Secretary of State for Democracy, Human Rights, and Labour, told members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee during her confirmation hearing on Thursday. She was responding to a question from Senator Ben Cardin, Chairman of the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee. “I want to raise India... We know about a plot to assassinate... on US soil and Canadian soil. Regarding Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations that there was a "potential" involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in a Vancouver suburb in June.
Source:Indian Express
February 10, 2024 08:14 UTC
Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty hospitalized in Kolkata
Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty hospitalized in KolkataRenowned Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty was admitted to a hospital in Kolkata after reportedly experiencing chest pain on Saturday morning. According to reports in Hindustan Times and Indian Express, he was feeling uneasy, prompting his family to rush him to the hospital for treatment. The veteran actor, known for his iconic roles and charismatic presence on screen, is currently undergoing medical care at the Apollo Hospital in Kolkata. In recent years, Mithun graced television screens as a judge on the popular dance reality show Dance Bangla Dance, where his infectious energy and wisdom endeared him to viewers. Amidst his illustrious career, Mithun received the prestigious Padma Bhushan Award in January 2024, in recognition of his invaluable contributions to Indian cinema.
Source:Indian Express
February 10, 2024 08:00 UTC
Will remain a 'samajwadi' and Akhilesh Yadav’s's uncle: Shivpal Singh Yadav - Telegraph India
Taking a dig at the "excessive concern" Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath shows in him, senior Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav on Friday asserted he was a “diehard samajwadi (socialist)” and would remain party chief Akhilesh Yadav’s uncle. Shivpal Singh’s remarks are a response to Adityanath jibes that Akhilesh does not respect his uncle and that Shivpal Singh has not got his due in Samajwadi Party (SP). The chief minister has referred to Shivpal as “chachu” in his remarks. Ahead of the by-election, Shivpal merged his party, Pragatisheel Samajwadi Party (Lohia), with the SP and came out in strong support of Akhilesh. I wish you would have presented a budget that that a vision for converting the entire state into Ayodhya’s Ram rajya."
Source:The Telegraph
February 10, 2024 07:28 UTC
Stock market will fall 20-30% from 2024 peak, predicts JP Morgan report
Stock market may see a dip this year (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)According to a note published by JP Morgan analysts, the stock market could see a dip of around 20 to 30 percent after hitting a significant peak in 2024. Participate Now"We stick to our view that upside from here appears limited and that equities will fall 20-30% from a 2024 peak," JP Morgan strategists wrote in a note, reported Investing.com. While the overall 2024 outlook for stock market seems bleak, investing in small caps can be favourable this year, said the note. JP Morgan strategists in their note highlighted several reasons why markets can remain volatile in 2024, including economic recession and an invested yield curve. Will India's stock market rise ahead of elections?
Source:Hindustan Times
February 10, 2024 06:44 UTC
'Knuckles': Idris Elba is back in Sonic spin-off series. Know about its release date, watch trailer
TrailerReleased DateCastPeople behind 'Knuckles'FAQs:The six-episode series of 'Knuckles' will soon arrive on Paramount as the fans have been waiting eagerly for the Idris Elba-voiced ‘ Sonic the Hedgehog ’ spin-off. It shows the friend of Sonic and Knuckles who tries to train Adam Pally’s Wade as an Echidna Warrior. While Knuckles, Sonic and Tails characters will be animated, human characters will join them on screen.By watching the trailer, it can also be concluded that the Paramount mini-series will not focus on Sonic. It will join 'Sonic The Hedgehog' and 'Sonic The Hedgehog 2' on the streaming service.According to 'Collider', Idris Elba appears in 'Knuckles' as the hand-throwing Echidna. It will join 'Sonic The Hedgehog' and 'Sonic The Hedgehog 2' on the streaming service.Idris Elba appears in 'Knuckles' as the hand-throwing Echidna.
Source:Economic Times
February 10, 2024 06:02 UTC
'Tax money paid by Hindus should go to Hindus': BJP MLA courts controversy with Facebook post
MANGALURU: A BJP MLA from Belthangady in Dakshina Kannada shared a controversial post on social media demanding that taxes paid by Hindus be used for the 'development of only Hindus'. In a Facebook post, BJP MLA Harish Poonja wrote, "From this financial year, tax money paid by Hindus must be utilised for the development of only Hindus. It is an injustice to Hindus when tax money paid by Hindus goes to people of other religions." Speaking to media persons on Friday in Mangaluru, Poonja justified his post and said there is nothing wrong in asking for Hindus' tax money to be spent for the development of Hindus. It is not difficult to calculate Hindus' tax money as religion is mentioned in every Hindu's name.
Source:Indian Express
February 10, 2024 04:34 UTC
NEET Exam; Consider these sites to apply online! IG News
Read in English: NEET UG 2024 Registration: Check MBBS Entrance Exam Registration SitesCandidates who want to write the NEET 2024 entrance exam can apply through the official website – neet.ntaonline.in. The state examination agency will start the registration for the NEET UG 2024 entrance exam on February 9 evening. NEET UG 2024 exam is scheduled on 5th May 2024. NEET UG 2024 (NEET UG 2024) Revised Syllabus for Entrance Exam Participants are advised to prepare NEET UG study material and exams for the academic period 2024-25. The NEET UG entrance test serves as an exclusive entrance test for the admission of candidates to MPBS, BDS and various allied programs across the country.
Source:Indian Express
February 10, 2024 04:18 UTC
Measles outbreak in Switzerland: A school shut, cases unknown
Switzerland's hospitality management school- EHL Hospitality Business- closed its campus in Lausanne after cases of measles were reported in students. The school said in a statement on its website, “We have been compelled to close the Lausanne campus from Feb. 3 to Feb. 18 inclusive.” Switzerland Measles Outbreak: A vial of a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine is seen. (AP)Measles outbreak in Switzerland: What has the school said? The school will reopen on February 19, the statement informed without revealing how many students were infected by measles. Measles outbreak in Switzerland: Other measures being takenAdditionally, the vaccination status of all students, staff and teachers on campus will be checked.
Source:Hindustan Times
February 10, 2024 03:13 UTC
मॉर्निंग न्यूज ब्रीफ: इस साल 5 हस्तियों को भारत रत्न; पाकिस्तान चुनाव में इमरान अव्वल; हल्द्वानी हिंसा में अब तक 6 की मौत
नेशनल: असम-मिजोरम के बीच सुलझेगा सीमा विवाद: दोनों राज्यों के CM ने की मुलाकात; 100 साल से यह विवाद चला आ रहा है (पढ़ें पूरी खबर)3. नेशनल: जम्मू-कश्मीर में एवलांच, हिमाचल में भी अलर्ट: MP समेत 3 राज्यों में ठंडी हवा, दिन-रात के तापमान में 2-3° का अंतर; महाराष्ट्र-छत्तीसगढ़ में बारिश (पढ़ें पूरी खबर)5. नेशनल: PM मोदी से मिले आंध्र प्रदेश के CM: स्पेशल स्टेटस की मांग की; लोकसभा के साथ राज्य में इसी साल विधानसभा के चुनाव (पढ़ें पूरी खबर)6. रिलेशनशिप-कम उम्र के लड़कों को डेट करना चाहती हैं लड़कियां: सेक्स से ज्यादा तरजीह इमोशनल इंटिमेसी को, रिश्ते की दुनिया का नया ट्रेंड3. मिर्जापुर में गुड्डू पंडित के पापा बने राजेश तैलंग: 10X10 के कमरे में 11 लोगों के साथ रहे, कभी सर्कस में काम के लिए छोड़ा था घर6.
Source:Dainik Bhaskar
February 10, 2024 02:53 UTC
Myth Of Invincibility! Whether Modi Will Get A Third Term In 2024 Or These Elections Can Spring A Surprise?
He also adds that Modi’s third term is ensured and can give India the advantages of stability and continuity. Perhaps it would be opportune to unpack the debate further and look at the strengths of the ruling dispensation and yes its flip side as well. (https://thewire.in/government/introducing-india-black-boxed)One could see that the ruling dispensation has as on occasions displayed a very pusillanimous attitude towards China. The alleged relationship between this super billionaire and the great helmsman of the ruling dispensation has also been raised time and again. d.Let us Unpack the C-Voter 2024 Opinion Poll*Historic Third Term For Modi Or South To Give Congress An Edge?
Source:Indian Express
February 10, 2024 02:28 UTC
Maharashtra signs MoU with Google for harnessing AI
Maharashtra Government signed an MoU with Google to harness AI for new possibilities in the State’s growth and development. it was signed by Sanjay Gupta, Country Head of Google India and Chief Secretary of Maharashtra government Nitin Kareer. “This MoU is a bold step in advancing ‘AIForMaharashtra’ Google’s AI leadership and technology expertise will help the Maharashtra Government unlock new possibilities in the State’s growth and development” said Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on the social media post. He added, “We see AI as the key to unlocking a more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable future for the State and are excited to partner with Google on this journey.”“Technology has the potential to deliver boundless benefits to the economy, society, and people. Today, we’re thrilled to join hands with the Maharashtra government on AI solutions that empower citizens, create new opportunities, and build a thriving innovation ecosystem” said Google India in a social media post on Thursday.
Source:The Hindu
February 10, 2024 00:16 UTC
A spirit of history: Throughout the novel 'Conversations with Aurangzeb' by Charu Nivedita, the audience keeps changing and so do the speakers - Telegraph India
Then he was struck by the title of the novel — Conversations with Aurangzeb — and became curious. Who dares to have conversations with that most reviled figure among Mughal emperors, he thought, and on what exactly? Had he been familiar with the earlier works of Charu Nivedita, he would not have wondered. The author of the novel met Aurangzeb by chance (it’s Nivedita but not quite; we shall come to that later). Throughout the novel, the audience keeps changing and so do the speakers.
Source:The Telegraph
February 09, 2024 21:57 UTC