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'It's about autonomy,' Melania Trump breaks ranks, contradicts husband Donald's views on abortion in memoir

Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump in her forthcoming memoir "Melania," has voiced firm support for abortion rights — a contrast to her husband's stance on the issue.

RG Kar Medical College corruption case: CBI arrests TMC leader for aiding ex-principal Sandip Ghosh

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested a Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader on Thursday (October 3) for alleged financial irregularities at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.

Union govt grants ‘classical language’ status to Marathi, Bengali, Assamese, Pali, and Prakrit

The Union Cabinet has granted classical language status to five more Indian languages: Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese, and Bengali, announced Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday.

Navratri 2024: 5 Foods To Keep Your Energy Up During the Fast

Navratri 2024: 5 Foods To Keep Your Energy Up During the Fast

Foreign Investors Look To China’s Land Policies As Contracts Expire

Coca-Cola has secured a 50-year lease for a plot in Guangzhou's Huangpu district. The $23.6 million deal will enable Coca-Cola to expand its operations in China, one of its largest markets. The new facility, expected to open in 2026, will boost production capacity to 1.5 million tonnes annually, this marks a 200% increase from the current 500,000 tonnes.

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Israeli Strikes Hezbollah Stronghold In South Beirut

The state of Israel is relentlessly bombarding Lebanon. In the latest, Lebanon's State media has reported that the Israeli strikes have hit Lebanon's Hezbollah's stronghold in Southern Beirut. Watch in for more details!

MIT Economist Doesn't See How Ai Will Live Up To All The Hype

In recent years, the AI frenzy has taken wings, with companies pouring billions into research and enhancing its capabilities. However, a renowned professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Daron Acemoglu, questions the unrelenting hype around the technology and the way it's fueling an investment boom and furious tech stock rally.

AI's Capabilities In Question: Can AI Frenzy Gone Too Far?

As artificial intelligence continues to advance rapidly, concerns are growing over whether the excitement surrounding AI has exceeded its actual capabilities. Experts are questioning if society is placing too much trust in AI technologies, potentially overlooking the risks and limitations that come with its widespread use.

Indian govt opposes criminalisation of marital rape in SC, says such matters need ‘comprehensive approach’

The Indian government on Thursday opposed the criminalisation of marital rape in the Supreme Court, and stressed that matter relating to marital rape needs "a comprehensive approach" rather than a "strict legal approach".

Kolkata: West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Inaugurates Durga Puja Pandal | India News

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated a Durga Puja pandal in Kolkata on Tuesday, inspired by Andhra Pradesh's renowned Vishnu temple in Tirupati, marking the beginning of the state's biggest festival. The Sreebhumi Sporting Club pandal, located in Kolkata's Lake Town, was opened a day before Mahalaya, the occasion that signifies Goddess Durga's descent to Earth after defeating the demon Mahishasur.

Showbiz Slows As Streaming Bubble Bursts

Noticing fewer new releases on Netflix or your favorite streaming platform? Hollywood’s once-booming industry is facing serious setbacks, with production slowing down and jobs drying up. After months of strikes and the streaming bubble bursting, the magic of showbiz may be fading. But is there hope for a Hollywood comeback?

Navratri 2024: Meaning Behind the Tradition of Performing Garba

Navratri 2024: Meaning Behind the Tradition of Performing Garba

UK Agrees To Return Chagos Islands To Mauritius, Ending Decades-Long Dispute

Britain announced on Thursday that it will cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius in a deal that ensures the continued operation of the UK-U.S. military base on Diego Garcia. The agreement may also open the door for the return of residents who were displaced decades ago.

Oil Climbs For Third Day As West Asia Supply Risks Dominate

Oil rose for a third day as traders assessed supply risks in West Asia, with Israel expected to make a retaliatory strike against Iran following Tehran's missile barrage earlier this week. Brent crude climbed toward $75 a barrel after advancing almost 3% over the last two sessions.

FIFA defers decision on request to suspend Israel; instead launches committee investigations

World football's governing body FIFA made no verdict either way Thursday on a Palestinian request to suspend Israel, instead launching committee investigations to inform an eventual decision.

EU Commissioner Encourages Indian Investment In Euro Bonds

The European Union is keen that Indian investors invest in euro bonds, and for that, the EU commissioner for budget and administration, Johannes Hahn, is currently in India. Speaking to our correspondent Sidhant Sibal, the commissioner explained, "Our intention is, and that's why I'm here, that investors from India engage themselves in Europe, to get an attractive bond. Which is safe, triple a rated, which is sustainable, which is successful". The commissioner will be in Delhi and Mumbai and meet top Indian govt officials and ministers.

Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Israeli Troops Clashes With Hezbollah Fighters In Lebanon

The state of Israel is relentlessly bombarding Lebanon. In the latest, Lebanon's State media has reported that the Israeli strikes have hit Lebanon's Hezbollah's stronghold in Southern Beirut. Watch in for more details!

Premier League side Southampton joins hands with BBFS to develop grassroots football coaching in India

Premier League side Southampton has joined hands with Indian legend Bhaichung Bhutia to develop grassroots football coaching in the nation after the collaboration was announced on Thursday (Oct 3).

Top 10 world news: Biden says no strikes on Iran ‘today’; viral post shows Bibi on Iran's hit list, & more

US President Joe Biden said that he didn't expect any Israeli strikes on Iran to happen on Thursday (October 03), as tensions in the region remain high following Tehran's large-scale missile attack on Israel.