New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said he does not support the upcoming Madison Square Garden event featuring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, though he acknowledged the city may not have the legal authority to stop a private gathering. Bhagwat is scheduled to address thousands of Indian-Americans in New York as part of the RSS centenary outreach programme. Mamdani said the vision of India he was raised with was that of a pluralistic and secular republic, and voiced concerns about what he described as politics rooted in division. The remarks have sparked debate within the Indian diaspora ahead of the high-profile event.


Mamdani opposes RSS Chief's Madison Square Garden event in New York

Heart Aerospace just made aviation history. Its X1 demonstrator, the largest battery-electric aircraft ever flown, completed a 27-minute test flight over Plattsburgh, New York, reaching 1,100 feet, all powered by less than $5 worth of electricity. With a 106-foot wingspan and a takeoff weight over 25,000 pounds, the X1 is a full-scale precursor to Heart's production model, the 30-seat hybrid-electric ES-30, backed by $9.4 billion in orders from United Airlines, Air Canada, and JSX. The company is targeting commercial service by 2031, promising operating costs up to 40% lower than conventional regional aircraft.


World's largest electric plane flies on just $5 of electricity 

Christmas celebrations lit up cities across the globe as millions gathered from Nazareth to New York, lighting trees, attending midnight prayers, and spreading messages of hope, peace, and devotion.


From Nazareth to New York, Christmas trees light up across the world, millions pray in hope

The trial of disgraced crypto star Sam Bankman-Fried got underway on Tuesday. A jury set to determine if he committed massive fraud by stealing billions of dollars from clients.

Bankman-Fried's firm paid officials for unfreezing accounts

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is behind bars after his bail was revoked in a New York hearing on Friday.

Disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried put behind bars

Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine and the Palestinian National Authority, spoke at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday.

He said, "Israel is launching campaigns... they are giving freedom to terrorists to kill Palestinians. They are looting their land... burning their homes... forcing them to destroy their homes with their own hands, all of this with official protection. Can you imagine what is happening? Israel is saying that either you demolish your house yourself, or else I will."

"Israel killed Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. She was killed by the bullet of a sniper... the sniper recognised that he did kill her. Apart from Palestinian nationality, she was also an American national," he added.

He blamed Israel for attacking Muslim and Christian holy sites. He accused Israel of being an 'apartheid regime', and asked "Why isn't Israel being held accountable by the United Nations?"

Abbas said Israel has committed heinous crimes against Palestinians and destroyed an ample number of Palestinian villages. He accused Israel of having "deliberately committed these massacres."

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The most recent was against Gaza. "The New York Times, a US-based newspaper reported that 67 children were killed in this attack. We want to know why did Israel kill them?,"&nbsp;Abbas said.

He said he would like to ask Israel to take charge of this massacre and apologize to the Palestinians. He asked the international community and the International Criminal Court (ICC) to hold Israel accountable for the crimes it has committed.

The Palestinians are still living under Israeli occupation. Referring to the Oslo accords, Abbas told the assembly, "We do not want to be the only party to be respecting the agreements signed in 1993... those agreements are not followed anymore...Israel was the first to violate them...until when shall we be the only party to respect it?"

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Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine and the Palestinian National Authority, spoke at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday. He said, "Israel is launching campaigns.

Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine and the Palestinian National Authority, spoke at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday. He said, "Israel is launching campaigns... they are giving freedom to terrorists to kill Palestinians. They are looting their land... burning their homes... forcing them to destroy their homes with their own hands, all of this with official protection. Can you imagine what is happening? Israel is saying that either you demolish your house yourself, or else I will." "Israel killed Palestinian journalist Shireen Abu Akleh. She was killed by the bullet of a sniper... the sniper recognised that he did kill her. Apart from Palestinian nationality, she was also an American national," he added. He blamed Israel for attacking Muslim and Christian holy sites. He accused Israel of being an 'apartheid regime', and asked "Why isn't Israel being held accountable by the United Nations?" Abbas said Israel has committed heinous crimes against Palestinians and destroyed an ample number of Palestinian villages. He accused Israel of having "deliberately committed these massacres." Also Read: Russians emigrating to Kazakhstan in big numbers amid conscription drive The most recent was against Gaza. "The New York Times, a US-based newspaper reported that 67 children were killed in this attack. We want to know why did Israel kill them?," Abbas said. He said he would like to ask Israel to take charge of this massacre and apologize to the Palestinians. He asked the international community and the International Criminal Court (ICC) to hold Israel accountable for the crimes it has committed. The Palestinians are still living under Israeli occupation. Referring to the Oslo accords, Abbas told the assembly, "We do not want to be the only party to be respecting the agreements signed in 1993... those agreements are not followed anymore...Israel was the first to violate them...until when shall we be the only party to respect it?" (with inputs from agencies)

Palestinian president accuses Israel of being 'apartheid regime' at UNGA

Inflation has hit New York's beloved breakfast sandwich. The Bodega has become costlier amid rising inflation in the United States.

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A new New York bill is set to limit crypto miners from using power from power plants. Meanwhile, Bitcoin gains over 5% to $31,441.76.

NY bill to limit crypto miners using power: Bitcoin gains over 5% to $31,441.76

62 year old Frank James accused of shooting 10 people on the Brooklyn subway has been remanded by the US Federal Court. US District Court in Brooklyn has also ordered that he undergo a psychiatric evaluation

Brooklyn subway shooting mass firing case: Federal Court remands Frank James to custody

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public.

State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality.

New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd.

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The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe.

The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform.

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Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million.

The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd.

"If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing.

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The bill constitutes a bigger package of reform measures in the police force.

New York’s Civil Rights Law, 50-a, prevents the disclosure of disciplinary action against police officers in the city.

"The legislation that will be passed over the coming days will help stop bad actors and send a clear message that brutality, racism, and unjustified killings will not be tolerated," New York Senate majority leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said in a statement.

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public. State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality.

Lawmakers in New York on Tuesday voted to repeal an old law which protects the disciplinary records of officers from the public. State governor Andrew Cuomo said that he plans to sign the bill into law this week, which will attempt to counter police brutality. New York City, the cultural hub of the United States is currently reeling from the effects of coronavirus and the ongoing protests against the murder of George Floyd. Also read: New York to introduce a package of bills to curb police excesses The murder of George Floyd in the United States has triggered protests not only in the country, but across the world. Protesters are demanding justice for Floyd while calling for an end to systemic racism which targets black people across the globe. The governor of New York, Andrew Cuomo recently said that state legislators are coming up with an overhaul of criminal justice, which could pave the way for nationwide reform. Uniformed officers wear protective face masks as they listen while Police Benevolent Association of the City of New York President Pat Lynch speaks as he and representatives from other New York City Police Department (NYPD) and law enforcement unions hold a news conference in New York City, US, June 9, 2020 | Reuters Derek Chauvin, the 44-year-old police officer who knelt on Floyd was charged with second and third-degree murder, with his previous bail set at $1 million. However, on Tuesday, the bail was raised by $250,000 to $1.25 million. The package of bills will focus on curbing police excesses and abuses, and by banning the “chokehold” which led to the death of Floyd. "If they pass the bills that we've discussed, I will sign the bills, and I will sign them as soon as they're passed," Cuomo said in a briefing. Also read: NYC police officer who shoved protester charged with assault The bill constitutes a bigger package of reform measures in the police force. New York’s Civil Rights Law, 50-a, prevents the disclosure of disciplinary action against police officers in the city. "The legislation that will be passed over the coming days will help stop bad actors and send a clear message that brutality, racism, and unjustified killings will not be tolerated," New York Senate majority leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins said in a statement.

New York votes on scrapping law which protects disciplinary records of police officers

Tens of thousands strike against climate change in around 150 countries. Millions of people are led by Thunberg to the strikes in New York. NY official to allow 1.1 mn students to skip their schools. Watch this video to know more.

Tens of thousands strike against climate change in around 150 countries

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