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Language row: Karnataka CM says English, Hindi hurting children’s talent
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah accused the central government of neglecting Kannada and imposing Hindi, stating the state receives a “paltry amount” in return for its significant revenue contribution. He called for opposition to “anti-Kannada” elements and advocated for laws to make the mother tongue the medium of instruction in education, arguing English and Hindi weaken […]
Bihar polls: RJD’s Khesari Yadav defends ‘Jungle Raj’; BJP says MGB’s true face exposed
BJP leaders Manoj Tiwari and Pawan Singh have strongly criticized RJD’s Khesari Lal Yadav for his controversial remarks comparing Lalu Yadav’s “Jungle Raj” favorably to Nitish Kumar’s rule. Yadav had claimed people survived by paying ransom during “Jungle Raj,” a statement the BJP deemed as revealing the “true face” of the Mahagathbandhan and highlighting their […]
'He was offended': Canada PM says he apologised to Trump over Reagan ad
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney apologized to President Donald Trump for an anti-tariff advertisement featuring Ronald Reagan, which Trump deemed “fake.” Trump had previously announced a 10 percent tariff increase on Canadian goods and suspended trade talks following the ad’s airing. Trade talks are expected to resume when the US is ready. Source link
Bihar elections: RJD's Manoj Jha writes to EC; accuses NDA govt of violating MCC
RJD MP Manoj Jha has accused the Bihar government of violating the Model Code of Conduct by transferring Rs 10,000 to women under the Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana after the poll schedule was announced. He highlighted that further disbursements are planned before the second phase of polls, potentially influencing voters. Source link
Who is Bankim Brahmbhatt? Indian-origin CEO accused of $500m scam at BlackRock – Key details
BlackRock’s private credit arm, HPS Investment Partners, alleges a multi-million-dollar fraud by Bankim Brahmbhatt’s telecom firms. Lenders claim Brahmbhatt fabricated receivables used as collateral for over $500 million in loans. Brahmbhatt’s companies have filed for bankruptcy, and he is reportedly in India. Source link
Dropped from India squad! Easwaran makes fresh Gambhir admission: 'Just like me'
Indian opener Abhimanyu Easwaran finds Gautam Gambhir’s coaching beneficial. Gambhir, a former successful opening batter, shares valuable insights. Easwaran has learned much from their discussions on batting. They focus on practicing techniques suited to different surfaces. Gambhir’s guidance is impacting Easwaran’s game positively. India are currently playing a T20I series in Australia. Source link
US govt shutdown: Air traffic controllers unpaid, flights delayed; staffing crunch hits key airports
The ongoing US government shutdown is severely impacting air travel, with widespread delays and staffing shortages plaguing air traffic control. Many controllers, now missing paychecks, are absent, leading to significant disruptions at major airports. Officials warn of worsening chaos, especially with the Thanksgiving holiday approaching, urging Congress to end the impasse. Source link
'Theatre of proxy war': Doval says no 'major' terror attack in India except in J&K
'Theatre of proxy war': Doval says no 'major' terror attack in India except in J&K Source link
Shane Bieber’s wife reacts to Sofia Castaneda’s World Series post, sparking buzz
Blue Jays catcher Alejandro Kirk’s stellar World Series performance is matched by the heartwarming social media buzz surrounding his wife, Sofia Castaneda. A simple emoji comment from Shane Bieber’s wife, Kara, on Sofia’s post celebrating Kirk’s success ignited a viral moment, highlighting the strong camaraderie among the team’s families and captivating fans. Source link
'If they're going to do it … ': Trump doubles down on nuclear testing plan
President Trump announced the US will resume nuclear testing, citing actions by Russia and China. This decision reverses a long-standing moratorium, raising concerns about environmental hazards and global tensions. Experts question the technical necessity, while allies warn of an arms race. Source link