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Democrats in Senate majority

Senator Raphael Warnock defeated his Republican challenger, Herschel Walker, in a runoff election that capped a gruelling and costly campaign, secured a 51-seat Democratic majority and gave the first Black senator from Georgia a full six-year term. Warnock’s victory was called by The Associated Press late on Tuesday evening as the senator’s lead was expanding to 51 per cent compared with Walker’s 49 per cent. It ended a marathon midterm election cycle in which Democrats defied history, as they limited the loss of House seats that typically greets the party that holds the White House and now gain a seat in the Senate.

Jaylen Smith: Arkansas elects youngest black mayor in US

Musk launches govtfocused satellite internet service called Starshield

San Francisco: (IANS) Elon Musk-run SpaceX has announced a new government-focused satellite internet service called Starshield with a focus on “national security”.

Starshield leverages SpaceX’s Starlink technology and launch capability to support national security efforts, the company said on its website.

While Starlink is designed for consumer and commercial use, Starshield is designed for government use, with an initial focus on three areas: Earth observation, communications and hosted payloads.

SpaceX said that Starshield will launch satellites with sensing payloads and deliver processed data directly to the user. “Starshield provides assured global communications to government users with Starshield user equipment and builds satellite buses to support the most demanding customer payload missions,” it further informed.

Starlink already offers end-to-end user data encryption and Starshield will use “additional high-assurance cryptographic capability to host classified payloads and process data securely, meeting the most demanding government requirements”. The company said that Starlink’s inter-satellite laser communications terminal, which is the only communications laser operating at scale in orbit today, can be integrated onto partner satellites to enable incorporation into the Starshield network.

Turkish FM urges US to finalise F-16 sale ‘as soon as possible’

Jury: Trump company guilty of tax fraud

An 18-year-old college student in the state of Arkansas has reportedly become the youngest black mayor to be elected in the US.

Jaylen Smith just left high school in May. On Tuesday, he was voted in to lead the rural town of Earle, 30 miles (48km) west of Memphis, Tennessee. He’s not the first 18-year-old mayor in US history, but that hasn’t stopped his family celebrating the major win.

Ankara: (IANS)

Cavusoglu made the remarks at a joint press conference in Istanbul with visiting Moldovian Minister of Foreign Affairs and European Integration Nicu Popescu, in response to the latest US Congressional agreement to remove restrictive conditions in the final text of the defence budget on the sale of F-16s to Turkey, reports Xinhua news agency. Turkey, aiming to bolster its airforce with 40 F-16 jets, has been adamant in its opposition to any conditions which included a ban on using the jets for “unauthorized overflights”.

Cavusoglu noted that the presence of any condition nullifies the benefits of acquiring the jets. “The absence of a negative element is a positive development ... That is in everyone’s interest,” said the Turkish foreign minister. Ankara said earlier that it would consider alternatives including Russia if the F-16 purchase deal fails to follow through.

The Trump Organisation, the family real estate business that made Donald J. Trump a billionaire and propelled him from reality television to the White House, was convicted on Tuesday of tax fraud and other crimes, forever tarring the former President and the company that bears his name.

The conviction on all 17 counts, after more than a day of jury deliberations in the State Supreme Court in Manhattan, stemmed from the company’s practice of doling out off-the-books perks to executives: They received luxury apartments, leased MercedesBenzes, extra cash at Christmas, even free cable television. They paid taxes on none of it.

Biden attends gun violence vigil

Washington,: (IANS) Just a week before the 10th anniversary of the 2012 Sandy Hook school shooting that claimed the lives of 20 children and six teachers, US President Joe Biden attended a national vigil for victims of gun violence. Wednesday night’s vigil at the St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill, sponsored by the Newtown Action Alliance Foundation, has occurred every year since the December 14, 2012 carnage, which remains one of the deadliest school shootings in US history, reports Xinhua news agency.

New York Times faces first major walkout since 1970s

The New York Times is facing its first major work stoppage since the 1970s, after staff demanding better pay and benefits declared a 24-hour walkout The firm said it was disappointed by the decision but was prepared to serve readers “without disruption”.

The stand-off comes at a time of heightened labour unrest in the US, as the cost of living continues to rise.

Union members say the company can afford their demands, despite challenges in the wider news business.

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last time.” More than 1,100 union members are planning to participate in the 8 December walkout, including big names such as film critic AO Scott.

At the end of 2021, the New York Times employed about 5,000 people, including more than 2,000 in journalism operations.

The union said it would leave some departments with nearly no one at work - though some units will be less affected.

International staff, for example, are not part of the union, which means the World Cup coverage that has been dominating sports news is unaffected, Mr Draper said.

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“We’re incredibly fortunate to work for one of the few places in media, or print media, that is profitable, healthily profitable,” said sports reporter Kevin Draper. “And yet the proposals that management have

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Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that the sale of US F-16 fighter jets to Ankara “needs to be finalised as soon as possible”.

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that the sale of US F-16 fighter jets to Ankara “needs to be finalised as soon as possible”.

Germany arrests 25 suspected of planning to overthrow government

This was the latest of a series of plots discovered in recent years of extremist networks preparing for a day the democratic order collapses, a day they call Day X.

A man named as Heinrich XIII, from an old aristocratic family, is alleged to have been central to their plans. According to federal prosecutors, he is one of two alleged ringleaders among those arrested across 11 German states.

Taliban publicly execute man accused of murder

Twenty-five people have been arrested in raids across Germany on suspicion of plotting to overthrow the government.

The group of far-right and ex-military figures are said to have prepared for a “Day X” to storm the Reichstag parliament building and seize power.

Peru gets 1st female President after dramatic impeachment

Lima,: (IANS) Peru’s Vice President Dina Boluarte has become the country’s first female President after she was sworn in following the impeachment of former President Pedro Castillo for alleged “permanent moral incapacity”. Boluarte was sworn in on Wednesday shortly after Congress dismissed Castillo with 101 votes in favour, six against and 10 abstentions, reports Xinhua news agency.This was the third impeachment proceedings against him since he came to office in July 2021.

The former President has been detained after he had said earlier in the day that he was replacing Congress with an “exceptional emergency government”, Peru’s National Police (PNP) confirmed.

EU new sanctions target Russia’s armed forces, drone supply

Brussels, Dec 8 (IANS) The European Commission has proposed the ninth package of sanctions against Russia that will include nearly 200 individuals and entities and cut Russia’s access to drones.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday in a statement that the eight packages of sanctions introduced so far were “biting hard” but the Commission was “stepping up the pressure on Russia”. The ninth package proposes adding nearly 200 additional individuals and entities to the sanctions list, including the Russian armed forces, as well as individual officers and defence industrial companies, among others. It also proposed sanctions against three additional Russian banks, including a full transaction ban on the Russian Regional Development Bank, Xinhua news agency reported.

The plotters are said to include members of the extremist Reichsbürger [Citizens of the Reich] movement, which has long been in the sights of German police over violent attacks and racist and antisemitic conspiracy theories. They also refuse to recognise the modern German state. Other suspects came from the QAnon movement who believe their country is in the hands of a mythical “deep state” involving secret powers pulling the political strings.

Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assured Germans that authorities would respond with the full force of the law “against the enemies of democracy”.

Finland introduces new ways to monitor Covid deaths

Helsinki, Dec 8 (IANS) Finland is set to change its method of collecting data of deaths caused by Covid from Thursday onwards, to make the information more accurate and uniform throughout the country.

The reporting of Covid-19 deaths will be based on the causes of death, not on the temporal connection between infection and death, the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) said. Reporting will be harmonised with regard to which patients are in hospital with Covid-19, and which are due to the virus, reports Xinhua news agency.

In Finland, since the beginning of the pandemic in early 2020, deaths that have occurred within 30 days of confirmed Covid-19 infection have been monitored.

The Taliban administration on Wednesday put to death a man accused of murder in western Afghanistan, its spokesperson said, in the first officially confirmed public execution since the group took over the country last year.

The execution in western Farah province was of a man accused of stabbing another man to death in 2017, Taliban spokesperson

Zabihullah Mujahid said and was attended by senior officials of the group.

The case was investigated by three courts and authorised by the group’s supreme spiritual leader, who is based in southern Kandahar province, said Mujahid. He did not say how the man was executed.

China eases zero Covid curbs

New York: (IANS) An Indian-origin entrepreneur, who lost $2 million after FTX went kaput last month, is taking legal action against the cryptocurrency exchange’s founder, according to a report.

Delhi-born Evan Singh Luthra, 27, first invested in crypto with FTX in 2020. He told Fox Business that a legal team representing him is currently pursuing legal action against FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) for his alleged wire fraud. “This was a con. Sam BankmanFried is a fraud. He committed fraud,” Evan Singh Luthra said on Fox’s “Mornings with Maria”. “You would not have expected this to turn out the way it has happened. So this was not a risk I was taking when I was investing, this was somebody like Sam Bankman-Fried who committed a crime.”

Putin: Nuclear risk is rising, but we are not mad

Vladimir Putin has said the threat of a nuclear war was rising, but insisted Russia had not “gone mad” and would not use its nuclear weapons first. The Russian president insisted that his country would only use weapons of mass destruction in response to an attack. Speaking at Russia’s annual human rights council meeting, he also said the war in Ukraine could be a “lengthy

process”.

Western officials believe Putin initially planned for a rapid victory.Russia’s capacity to use nuclear weapons has come under increased scrutiny since it invaded Ukraine in February. “Such a threat is growing, it would be wrong to hide it,” Putin warned while talking about the prospect of nuclear war via video link from Moscow.

The Chinese government announced on Wednesday a broad easing of its exceptionally stringent Covid restrictions, an implicit concession to public discontent after mass street protests in more than a dozen cities a week ago challenged Beijing’s authority. The changes are not a complete dismantling of China’s “zero Covid” policy, but still represent a considerable loosening of measures that have dragged down the economy by disrupting daily life for hundreds of millions of people.

Zelensky is Time’s ‘Person of the Year’

“Whether the

Ukraine fills one with hope or with fear, Volodymyr Zelensky galvanized the world in a way we haven’t seen in decades,” Time editor-in-chief Edward Felsenthal wrote.

He added this year’s choice for the annual title was the, “most clear-cut in memory.”

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and the spirit of Ukraine have been named Time magazine’s 2022 Person of the Year on Wednesday.

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Indian-origin investor livid after losing $2 million in FTX crash

BJP Sets Gujarat Record Congress wins In Himachal

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Stolen Data Of 600,000 Indians Sold On Bot Markets: Report

BJP raced to its best-ever result in Gujarat, with the AAP cutting into Congress votes, as votes were counted today in two states. In Himachal Pradesh, the Congress is leading and Chief Minister Jairam Thakur has conceded the BJP’s defeat

The BJP is ahead in 158 seats in Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state. The Congress, which delivered a strong performance in the last election, is leading in 16 seats -- about 60 down from its 2017 tally.

Arvind Kejriwal’s AAP, which was eyeing a big entry into the Gujarat political landscape with this election, is ahead in five seats. Gujarat has 182 seats and the majority mark stands at 92.

In Himachal Pradesh, which has 68 seats, the BJP took an early lead but the Congress overtook it after an hour of counting. Currently, the Congress is leading in 39 seats, but incumbent Chief Minister Jairam Thakur has accepted defeat and said they will “continue to play a positive role”. The BJP may well register the best-ever poll score in Gujarat Assembly elections. The record was earlier held by the Congress, which won 149 seats in the 1985 state polls. Led by PM Modi, the BJP had campaigned in the western state with all its might and star power. The Prime Minister held over 30 rallies after the elections were announced.

Incumbent Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel is set for a massive win in his constituency Ghatlodia in Ahmedabad,

Bengaluru: Around five million people globally have had their data stolen and sold on the bot market till date, of which 600,000 are from India, making it the worst affected country, according to one of the world’s largest VPN serice providers NordVPN. Bot markets are used by hackers to sell stolen data from victims’ devices with bot malware.

The study by NordVPN, of Lithuania’s Nord Security, said the stolen data included user logins, cookies, digital fingerprints, screenshots and other information, with the average price for the digital identity of a person pegged at 490 Indian rupees($5.95).

NordVPN tracked data for the past four years, ever since bot markets were launched in 2018. A week after the ransomware attack on AIIMS, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) faced around 6,000 hacking attempts within 24 hours on Nov. 30, Times of India reported.

Shimla: (IANS) Admitting that the Assembly polls was neck and neck between the BJP and the Congress with a victory margin on at least 11 seats less than 1,000 votes, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Thursday said that he was going to submit his resignation to the Governor. Setting aside rumours of horse-trading to stake claim to form the government, plain speaking Thakur, who retained his Seraj Assembly seat for the sixth consecutive term.

leading by a margin of about 1.34 lakh votes as per the latest trends. Home Minister Amit Shah has earlier said Mr Patel would return as Chief Minister if the BJP posted another victory in its stronghold.

In Himachal Pradesh, the BJP had been banking on the achievements of PM Modi for a smooth transition to a second term, even though the state diligently swings between the BJP and the Congress every five years.

The message to Himachal Pradesh was of central development, with PM Modi flagging off a Vande Bharat Express ahead of elections and opening a new AIIMS at Bilaspur. In many party hoardings, Chief Minister Jairam Thakur was missing.

AAP practically dropped out of the race in Himachal to focus its energies in Gujarat and Delhi. In Gujarat, Mr Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann held multiple rallies -- neck and neck with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. As a counter to the BJP’s “Phir ek baar Modi Sarkaar” (Another term or Modi government), it has raised the slogan of “parivartan (change).

Even if AAP does not manage a double-digit tally, its foothold in Gujarat is expected to bring a change in the binary politics of Gujarat and present the BJP with a more persistent and strategic opponent than the Congress. Party leaders have already said that this election marks the beginning of AAP’s journey as a national party.

SP wins Mainpuri, Khatauli goes to RLD and BJP gets Rampur

‘Gujarat rejected politics of revadi’

Lucknow, : (IANS) The Samajwadi Party on Thursday scored a major victory when it retained the Mainpuri Lok Sabha seat and wrested the Khatauli Assembly seat from the BJP. The BJP won the Rampur Assembly seat.

SP candidate Dimple Yadav won the Mainpuri seat with a margin of 2.9 lakh votes, defeating Raghuraj Shakya of the BJP. The Mainpuri victory is doubly significant for Akhilesh Yadav since it retaining the family seat.

Senior BJP leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday said the people of Gujarat have given an unprecedented mandate to the party by rejecting those who do politics of hollow promises, freebies and appeasement. In a series of tweets, Shah said he salutes the people of Gujarat on this historic victory and it shows the “unwavering faith of the public in Narendra Modi’s development model”. The minister said this massive victory has shown that every section, be it women, youth or farmers, is wholeheartedly with the BJP.

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Gujarat, Himachal Assembly Election Results Analysis: Though it trails behind the BJP and the Congress, the AAP story is consequential as it has dragged the Congress’s vote share to below 30 per cent in Gujarat for the first time in decades.

Respecting mandate, Himachal CM Thakur to submit resignation

Cyberabad police bust sex racket, rescue over 14,000 victims

and WhatsApp, facilitating the customers to reach the victims in different hotels, Oyo rooms, and collecting money for this organised prostitution racket. A total of 14,190 victims were involved in prostitution. Fifty per cent of the victims were from West Bengal, 20 per cent from Karnataka, and 15 per cent from Maharashtra. Three per cent victims were from countries like Bangladesh, Nepal, Thailand, Uzbekistan and Russia. ‘Locanto’, ‘Skokka’, ‘Hyderabadescorts’, ‘Callgirls in Hyderabad’, ‘Luxuryescortservices’, ‘myheavenmodels.com’, and ‘natasharoy. in’ were some of the websites which were being used for running the racket. The call centres were operated from Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad, and the main mode of communication was WhatsApp groups.

IMD warns fishermen against venturing into sea

Hyderabad: (IANS) The Cyberabad Police on Tuesday claimed to have busted a major sex racket with the arrest of 17 persons, and rescued over 14,000 victims, including some from foreign countries. Cyberabad Police Commissioner Stephen Ravindra said the racket was being operated online from Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad. The accused were procuring women from different places across India, posting ads on websites, contacting the customers through call centres

I-T searches at premises of real estate developer in Hyderabad

Hyderabad,: (IANS) The Income Tax (IT) department officials were on Tuesday conducting searches on the premises of leading real estate developer Vamsiram Builders.

The I-T sleuths were carrying out simultaneous searches in Hyderabad and at Vijayawada and Nellore in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh.

About 20 teams of the I-T officials began the searches at the houses and offices of the CEO, managing director, directors, partners and investors early Tuesday. The searches were on at the offices of the top executive of the company in upscale Jubilee Hills in Hyderabad. The officials were checking records following complaints of alleged tax evasion. Personnel of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) were also deployed to provide protection to the I-T officials.

The searches are likely to continue throughout the day and may even extend to Wednesday.

The accused have been booked under Section 370 (buying or disposing of any person as a slave) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Sections 3, 4 and 5 of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act at four police stations in Cyberabad. Earlier, 40 cases were registered against the 15 organisers at Cyberabad and Hyderabad Commissionerates and in most cases, they were absconding. During the interrogation and confession of the accused, it was observed that a number of pimps were there from different states, who formed different WhatsApp groups subject-wise, like organisers, suppliers, ad makers, call centre people, who communicated with each other for the business.

PMK warns Stalin govt against closing down of noon meal centres

Chennai,: (IANS) The Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) has warned the state government against shutting down of noon meal centres that provide food to the school students. PMK state president Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss in a statement said that there was information on the state government planning to shut down 28,000 noon meal centres. It is to be noted that there are 43,190 noon meal centres in the state.A whopping 46 lakh students of Tamil Nadu schools are benefitted from the noon meal scheme in the state.

The PMK leader said that a directive from the joint director of Social Welfare Department asking both the urban and local areas to submit data on the number of government buildings in which one or more noon meal centres were functioning and those that were located within 3 km radius of another noon meal centre.

Hyderabad’s 17th century stepwell restored to its pristine glory

garbage dump. The revived stepwell will prevent inundation and improve the groundwater levels. The urban development authorities plan to turn it into a tourist attraction and a cultural centre. Minister for municipal administration and urban development K.T. Rama Rao inaugurated the restored stepwell. He expressed happiness over the completion of the project with the participation of various non-governmental organisations. He said after hard work of more than a one year, the stepwell was restored by various departments in partnership with organisations like Rainwater Project, Gandipet Welfare Society and the local community.

Chennai: (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned the fishermen against venturing into the sea from Tuesday evening onwards.

The warning is due to a low-pressure system moving west-northwestward this evening and is likely to turn into a cyclonic storm over South East Bay of Bengal. bAccording to the weatherman, the weather system is likely to gradually intensify into a storm and may hit the land bringing in heavy rains in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikkal areas. A red alert has already been issued in 13 districts of Tamil Nadu for December 8. The state revenue department has already alerted the district collectors to be cautious and to bring in National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams in the respective districts expecting any eventuality.

Karnataka man kills paralysed wife, arrested

Hyderabad (IANS) Restoration of Hyderabad’s rich heritage received a big boost with the unveiling of the restored stepwell in Bansilalpet area of Secunderabad here on Monday. The Telangana government completed restoration of the 17th century stepwell which was in dilapidated condition and filled with garbage. The stepwell had once served drinking water needs of the locality, but later was neglected to turn into a

“The city is not about a few concrete structures, a few steel bridges and a few buildings or flyovers or underpasses. The city’s soul is all about its culture, heritage and beautiful monuments. Unfortunately, we have not able to protect this for last few centuries,” he saidHe pointed out that the restoration work involved clearing 3,900 metric tonnes of garbage and debris from the stepwell. The same was cleared with 863 truck trips. Various departments and NGOs spent Rs 10 crore on the restoration project.

Bengaluru: (IANS) A man has been arrested on charges of killing his bed-ridden wife, paralysed for the past two years in Bengaluru, police said on Tuesday. The arrested has been identified as Shankarappa (60), a resident of Turahalli in the outskirts of Bengaluru. According to police, Shivamma (50) was paralysed and bed ridden for the past two years. She couldn’t move both her legs and needed full time care.

Shankarappa, the accused, was working as the watchman of an under construction building for a year. He resided there with his wife and two children. Shankarappa was disappointed with the plight of his wife and hated to take care of her, police said.

He rushed to near-by garage and sought their help. Later, police were also informed and the body was sent for post-mortem. Talaghattapura police took the man into custody and upon questioning he had confessed to the crime, sources stated.

Further investigation is on.

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Diplomacy, foreign policy contributors honoured at UN with Diwali Foundation award

ceremony on Monday.

General Assembly President Csaba Korosi said that “the essence of Diwali transcends cultures and inspires all of us to strive for a better world” and “that is what today’s awardees have helped to do, showing the way through diplomacy”.

“We are a world in crises, a world in need of transformation... I am sure that we too possess the power to create the light and spread it across the world.”

The awardees were Eliot Engel, the former chair of the House of Representatives Foreign Affairs Committee; former Bulgaria Interim Defence Minister Georgi Velikov Panayatov; former Permanent Representatives Kaha Imnadze of Georgia; Keisha McGuire of Grenada; and Jean Claude do Rego of Benin.

United Nations: (IANS) Diplomats and a US politician have been honoured at the UN with the Diwali Foundation’s Power of One award recognising their contributions to promoting international relations.

The head of the European Union (EU) Delegation to the UN, Olof Skoog, described the unique annual awards at the UN as the “Oscars of Diplomacy”, while introducing to the

The Diwali Foundation, which grew out of efforts to get the US Postal System to issue a stamp honouring the festival of Diwali, makes the award, Power of One, recognising how one person can become the agent of change.

The ceremony was sponsored by 60 countries this year, with Russia as a notable absentee.

India’s Permanent Representative Ruchira Kamboj said that Diwali is the “celebration of the eternal values that are so relevant to what we do here at the UN -- goodness, caring and compassion”.

‘We have concerns...’: Jaishankar on Indian baby in German foster care

Singapore, Dec 6 (IANS) An Indianorigin Sikh and former CFO of Singapore-based technology company was given 11 months’ jail and fined SGD 20,000 for falsifying accounts, forgery, and not disclosing interested party transactions. Gurcharan Singh of TREK 2000 International was convicted on Monday of eight charges, with nine other similar charges taken into account in sentencing him, The Business Times reported. Singh’s sentencing comes after the company’s founder Henn Tan and former executive director Poo Teng Pin were convicted of charges in related conspiracies in October.

Indian-origin science teacher wins PM’s prize in Australia

how they can use their skills to make a real impact in the world.

“To be recognised in the Prime Minister’s prizes for science, I am deeply humbled. I am very grateful to my school, to my colleagues, to my students, and to my family,” Nair said in a video message.

“Many people know about STEM -science, technology, engineering and maths, but STEAM is with an A, which is for Art. Art brings in out of the box thinking, and it brings in creativity because students need steam skills to innovate, to become resilient and to take risks,” she said.

The German authorities had taken oneand-a-half year old Ariha Shah under their care, alleging sexual harrasment by the child’s parents.

“A specific issue, which came up... This relates to a child called Ariha Shah. We have concerns that the child should be in a linguistic, religious, cultural and social environment. This is her right,” Jaishankar said addressing a joint press conference with Baerbock.

The couple has sought Indian government’s help in repatriation of their child who has been living in a foster care in Germany for over 14 months.

UK university honors Indian-origin woman engineer

London: (IANS) An Indian-origin structural engineer, who designed London’s tallest building - The Shard, has been awarded an honorary degree by Northumbria University in England.

Roma Agrawal, 39, was conferred the degree of Doctor of Science in recognition of her career as a leading female structural engineer, as well as for her work in striving to promote engineering, scientific and technical careers to young people and underrepresented groups.

“It’s a real honour and joy to receive this award from Northumbria University, a place that I hold close to my heart,” Agrawal said after receiving the award.

Agrawal’s first job after graduating from university was to design and build the distinctive footbridge that crosses Newcastle Central Motorway. “I often refer to the footbridge, which was my first ever engineering project, as my baby, so it means a lot to me to come back here and receive this generous recognition,” the awardwinning engineer, author and broadcaster, said.

68% of ethnic minorities in UK finance sector face bias: Report

Around 47 per cent of ethnic minority respondents raised issues with their HR on racism and discrimination, and three-quarters felt the HR was not very effective at dealing with their issues.

Melbourne: (IANS) An Indian-origin teacher in Australia has received the 2022 Prime Minister’s Prize for Excellence in Science Teaching in secondary schools.

Melbourne-based Veena Nair, who is ViewBank College’s Head of Technology and STEAM project leader, has been awarded for demonstrating practical application of STEAM to students, and

As a leading educator in STEAM, Nair has more than 20 years of experience in teaching science-based subjects across India, the United Arab Emirates, and now Australia.Through her work, she has increased the number of students who receive first round offers to study engineering and technology subjects at university, especially young women and students from diverse backgrounds.

Nair began her teaching career in Mumbai, where she provided computers to low socio-economic schools and taught students how to code.

London: (IANS) Seven in 10, or 68 per cent of ethnic minority employees including Indians, experienced discrimination in the UK’s financial services industry, which contributes enormously to the country’s GDP, a new report has found.

The financial services sector brought in 173.6 billion pounds to the UK economy in 2021, which equates to 8.3 per cent of the country’s total economic output.

A shocking 82 per cent faced unwelcome comments or conduct at their organisation based on their background in the last 12 months, according to the 2022 Race to Equality in UK Financial Services’ report by Reboot and Coleman Parkes.

Some 52 per cent employees who reported discrimination felt they came under greater scrutiny by managers and 48 per cent reported being treated differently by colleagues for speaking up. While 49 per cent of the ‘discriminated’ respondents said they had to take time off work, 56 per cent said they had to seek counselling to help recover from negativity at their workplaces.

Around 22 per cent of white peers felt ‘uncomfortable’ talking about race in the workplace and 60 per cent stated that they want to be advocates for their ethnic minority colleagues.

“Given my professional background, there is a call to action for all HR professionals to come together, educate themselves and create safe channels for staff to approach them, and for matters to be taken seriously when raised,” said Dimple Mistry, co-lead of the Race & Ethnicity at Diversity Project.

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New Delhi: (IANS) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday said he has raised the issue of an Indian baby living in foster care in Berlin in his discussions with visiting German counterpart Annalena Baerbock.

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Fearing poaching, Cong MLAs in Himachal to be shifted: Sources

After crossing the halfway mark in Himachal Pradesh, the Congress leadership on Thursday deputed senior leaders to keep the flock together amid poaching fears.

It also plans to shift the MLAS to Rajasthan via Chandigarh. According to sources, Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is personally monitoring the situation. She has deputed Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda for the purpose, while state Incharge of the state Rajeev Shukla is in the process of talking to each elected MLA personally.

The Congress on Thursday was leading the initial vote count in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly polls.

It’s Priyanka effect in Himachal as Rahul skipped

New Delhi: (IANS) After crossing the halfway mark in Himachal Pradesh, the Congress leadership on Thursday deputed senior leaders to keep the flock together amid poaching fears.

Gujarat Win “Morale Boost for Karnataka BJP Cadre”: Basavaraj Bommai

It crossed the half-way mark and was ahead in 38 seats at around 11.40 a.m.

The ruling BJP was leading in 33 seats earlier but gradually slid to 25 and won two seats.

With Gujarat polls, AAP to get national party status: Manish Sisodia

New Delhi: (IANS) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi skipped the Himachal Pradesh Assembly polls and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra campaigned for the party which has yielded good results. The party is on the verge of forming the government in the state with leads in 38 seats.

Bengaluru: Rejoicing over the BJP’s landslide victory in Gujarat, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said the election results there will have a positive effect on the party’s prospects in poll-bound Karnataka. He was reacting to the Gujarat election results where the BJP won to retain power for a seventh straight term and its effect on Karnataka Assembly elections, which is less than five months away. “This election result will have a positive effect on the Karnataka elections as well. It will be a major morale booster for the BJP cadre and supporters. Our victory is guaranteed if we work with more vigour,” Mr. Bommai told reporters here.

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Wins Gujarat Seat

New Delhi: (IANS) Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia on Thursday claimed that Gujarat Assembly polls will elevate Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to the national level.

“Through the votes of Gujarat, AAP is becoming national party. For the first time, politics based on education and health is getting recognition in the country. Congratulations to the people

of India”, Sisodia said in a tweet. However, the early trends of vote counting indicates the saffron party is on course for its best-ever performance in Gujarat by leading in 144 Assembly seats while the main challenger Congress is far behind with a lead in only 20 seats. Meanwhile, the AAP which had launched an aggressive campaign to make it a three-cornered contest for the first time in Gujarat, is leading in six seats. With AAP’s government in Delhi and Punjab, the party has achieved the status of state party and the fate of becoming the national party depends on Gujarat Assembly Election Results 2022. A political party needs to be recognised in at least four states to become a national party. To be recognised as a party in the state, it needs to win at least two seats and 6 per cent of votes.

The Congress General Secretary failed miserably in Uttar Pradesh, but has outperformed the BJP in the hill state which changes governments after every five years. Priyanka Gandhi addressed several rallies and held roadshows in the state. Her pick, Rajeev Shukla was made the in-charge of Himachal Pradesh and along with him micromanaged the show as the party was going into election for the first time after the demise of stalwart like Virbhadra Singh. The Congress on Thursday was leading on 38 seats in the initial vote count.It crossed the half-way mark and was leading in 38 seats at around 1 p.m.

In More Trouble, Congress May Lose Leader Of Opposition In Gujarat

Ahmedabad: The Congress will close 2022 with a handful of problems in Gujarat, where it managed to win only 16 seats in the assembly, as the party is likely to lose the post of the Leader of Opposition.

Gujarat’s assembly has 182 seats and a party needs at least 10 per cent strength to send a Leader of Opposition, or LoP. The Congress with its worst ever performance in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s home state doesn’t have the numbers needed to appoint a LoP.

New Delhi: Rivaba Jadeja, the wife of cricketer Ravindra Jadeja, and the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from the Jamnagar North constituency in the Gujarat Assembly elections, has won with over 57 per cent vote share. Aam Aadmi Party’s Karshanbhai Karmur, with 23 per cent votes, was her closest competitor, and Bipendrasinh Chatursinh Jadeja from Congress came third with 15.5 per cent votes.

In the centre too, the Congress couldn’t send a LoP after two national elections, one in 2014 and the other in 2019, as it won only 44 and 52 seats, respectively. It tried to make Mallikarjun Kharge the LoP, but the then Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan blocked the attempt, citing rules. A party needs 55 seats to send a LoP in parliament.

Mr Kharge is the first Congress chief who is not from the Gandhi family in two decades.

In the first term of the Modi government that began in 2014, Mr Kharge was invited to meetings of a panel to appoint the anti-corruption body Lokpal. But he turned down the invitation in protest against not getting the LoP’s post. The Congress had also done the same with the opposition back in 1980 and 1984, when the LoP post was not given to any party after the Congress won with massive numbers in the national elections.

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AIIMS unprecented data breach sparks fears hackers could misuse information

The serpentine queues that once started at 6 am outside the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) are now forming well before dawn. The hospital’s computer systems have been down for 10 days and all patients have to be registered in the old-fashioned way, using pen and paper. “We are seeing huge lines outside OPDs and in every department,” says a senior doctor, adding: “The logistics of working without the server are bad.”

New Delhi: Actor Paresh Rawal, campaigning in Gujarat for the BJP, has landed in a controversy with his comments on Bengalis. At a rally, he said the people of Gujarat would tolerate inflation but not “Bangladeshis and Rohingya” next door. Facing a huge backlash, he apologised today.

“Gas cylinders are expensive, but their price will come down. People will get employment too. But what will happen if Rohingya migrants and Bangladeshis start living around you, like in Delhi? What will you do with gas cylinders? Cook fish for the Bengalis?” Paresh Rawal said on Tuesday in Valsad, which voted in the first phase of the Gujarat election yesterday.

ISRO case: SC sets aside bail order

AIIMS servers went down after a suspected malware attack, detected on November 23, making patient data, registration systems and even the Internet inaccessible. Whoever has breached the systems now has access

to the records of anywhere between 30 million and 40 million patients. And that includes medical histories and sensitive information about patients’ Aadhaar and PAN cards. This, in turn,

Don’t Need To Be Told What To Do On Democracy”: India At UN

India on Thursday assumed Presidency of the 15-nation UN Security Council for the month of December.

United Nations: India does not need to be told what to do on democracy, the country’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, who assumed Presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of December, said here on Thursday. India on Thursday assumed Presidency of the 15-nation UN Security Council for the month of December, during

which it will host signature events on countering terrorism and reformed multilateralism. The Presidency will bring the curtains down on India’s twoyear tenure as elected non-permanent member of the powerful UN organ. Ms Kamboj, India’s first woman Permanent Representative to the UN, will sit in the President’s seat at the horse-shoe table. On the first day of India’s presidency, she addressed reporters in the UN headquarters on the monthly programme of work.

could mean that the bank details of many patients are now compromised. This week, technicians managed to restore some of the systems – including the e-data – but the network is being “sanitised” so that services can be restored, AIIMS said. The sanitisation “process is taking some time due to the volume of data and the large number of servers/computers for the hospital services,” the hospital said.

The people whose data has been exposed could include many of the country’s top political figures for whom AIIMS is often a first stop if they fall sick. RJD chief Laloo Prasad Yadav spent a long stretch there recently. At another level, patient confidentiality could also take a hit. Says a doctor: “Confidentiality is another aspect.

Elon Musk Suspends Rapper Kanye West’s Twitter Account

Twitter Inc on Friday suspended Kanye West’s account again, just two months after the rapper’s account was reinstated, as his tweets violated the social media platform’s rules. Twitter-owner Elon Musk, who calls himself a free speech absolutist, had welcomed the return of the rapper, now known as Ye, to the platform in October. Musk said “I tried my best. Despite that, he again violated our rule against incitement to violence. Account will be suspended.”

Indian-American model calls Varanasi ‘scariest city’; slammed

The Supreme Court Friday quashed the Kerala High Court order granting anticipatory bail to four people, including a former Director General of Police (DGP), in a case of alleged frame-up of scientist Nambi Narayanan in the 1994 ISRO espionage matter.

A bench of Justices M R Shah and C T Ravikumar remanded the matter back to the high court and directed it to decide the issue within four weeks.

“All these appeals allowed. Impugned orders granting anticipatory bail passed by HC are quashed and set aside. All matters are remitted back to the HC to be decided afresh on it own merits. This court had not observed anything on merits for either of the parties.

“It is ultimately for the HC to pass orders. We request the HC to decide the anticipatory bail applications at the earliest preferably within four weeks from date of this order,” the bench said.

Sidhu Moose Wala Murder Mastermind Goldy Brar Detained In US

A member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Goldy Brar had recently moved to the US from Canada claiming he was under tremendous danger after the murder of the singer in May.

New York, Dec 2 (IANS) An IndianAmerican model and social media influencer, whose family hails from Lucknow, has apologised after being slammed for calling Varanasi ‘scariest city’ in her TikTok video.

New Delhi: Gangster Goldy Brar, allegedly the mastermind behind Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala’s murder in May, has been detained in the US, sources have told NDTV. A member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, Goldy Brar had recently moved to the US from Canada, where he was based since 2017.

The gangster was detained in California around November 20, the sources said, adding that the Indian government is yet to receive any official statement

from California. Brar, who owned Moose Wala’s murder in a Facebook post, moved to the US reportedly under pressure.

He had been living in Fresno city and had cities like Sacramento, Frizow, and Salt Lake as his safe house.

India’s spy agency Research And Analysis Wing (R&AW), the intelligence wing of Delhi Police, and their counterparts in Punjab are learned to have received inputs that Goldy Brar’s arrest has caused a big stir in California.

Atlanta-based Aparna Singh was in the city, which is regarded as India’s spiritual capital, on a business trip to meet manufacturers behind her jewellery brand, Indian Goddess Boutique, The New York Post reported. On her trip, she shot a TikTok video titled, ‘Scariest city I ever visited: Varanasi, India’, which received comments from almost 10,000 people with many asking her to “travel with an open mind”.

A barrage of criticism forced her to share another clip in which she apologised for coming across as “disrespectful”.

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India Could Soon Experience Heat Waves Beyond Human Survival Limit: World Bank

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Thiruvananthapuram: Severe heat waves, responsible for thousands of deaths across India over the last few decades, are increasing with alarming frequency and soon the country could become one of the first places in the world to experience heat waves that break the human survivability limit, according to a new report.

The World Bank report titled “Climate Investment Opportunities in India’s Cooling Sector” said the country is experiencing higher temperatures that arrive earlier and stay far longer.

“In April 2022, India was plunged into the grip of a punishing early spring heat wave that brought the country to a standstill, with temperatures in the capital, New Delhi, topping 46 degrees Celsius (oC) (114 degrees Fahrenheit). The month of March, which witnessed extraordinary spikes in temperatures, was the hottest ever recorded”, it said.

The report will be released during the two-day “India Climate and Development Partners’ Meet” being organised by World Bank in partnership with the Kerala government.

Predicting that heat waves situation in India could break the human survivability limit, it said the recent heat wave supports what many climate scientists have long cautioned about with reference to rising temperatures across South Asia.

“In August 2021, the Sixth Assessment Report of the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) warned that the Indian subcontinent would suffer more frequent and intense heat waves over the coming decade.

Universities in the UK are paying education agents that recruit Indian students to lure them with an offer, which allows them to bring along their families to the country, a media report said.

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London: (IANS) Universities in the UK are paying education agents that recruit Indian students to lure them with an offer, which allows them to bring along their families to the country, a media report said.

According to the Telegraph, commissions are paid to agents who market “graduate visas” and help potential Indian students get visas for their spouses and children.

A graduate visa, previously known as the

“The G20 Climate Risk Atlas also warned in 2021 that heat waves across India were likely to last 25 times longer by 2036-65 if carbon emissions remain high, as in the IPCC’s worst-case emission scenario,” the report said.

It also warned that rising heat across India can jeopardize economic productivity.

“Up to 75 percent of India’s workforce, or 380 million people, depend on heat-exposed labor, at times working in potentially life-threatening temperatures. ...By 2030, India may account for 34 million of the projected 80 million global job losses from heat stress associated productivity decline”,

the report said.

It further said India showed the largest heat exposure impacts on heavy labor among South Asian countries, with more than 101 billion hours lost a year. Analysis by global management consulting firm, McKinsey & Company shows that lost labor from rising heat and humidity could put up to 4.5 per cent of India’s GDP- approximately USD 150-250 billion - at risk by the end of this decade.

It said India’s long-term food security and public health security will depend on a reliable cold chain network. Transporting food and pharmaceutical goods across India requires a system of cold chain refrigeration that works

every step of the way.

“A single temperature lapse in the journey can break the cold chain, spoiling fresh produce and weakening the potency of vaccines. With only 4 per cent of fresh produce in India covered by cold chain facilities, annual estimated food losses total USD 13 billion”, it said.

It also noted that the third largest producer of pharmaceuticals in the world, pre-COVID-19, India lost approximately 20 percent of temperature-sensitive medical products and 25 percent of vaccines due to broken cold chains, leading to losses of USD 313 million a year.

“As temperatures rise across India, so will the demand for cooling. However, in a country where two-thirds of the population live on less than USD 2 a day, and where the average cost of an air-conditioning unit can vary between USD 260 and USD 500, air-cooling systems are a luxury available only to a few.” According to analysis presented in the India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP), only eight per cent of Indian households own air-conditioning units.

“Indoor and electric fans can help to maintain thermal comfort, but these too are expensive to buy and inefficient. As a result, many poor and marginalized communities across India are more vulnerable to extreme heat, living in inadequately ventilated, hot and crowded homes without proper access to cooling”, the report warned.

Staying cool during extreme heat is about more than just comfort - it can constitute the precarious line between life and death, it added.

UK univs luring Indian students with ‘bring your family’ offers: Report

warn that the restrictions will bankrupt UK universities, which depend on foreign students for money.

The British High Commission revealed recently that it granted 1.27 lakh student visas to Indians in the year ending September 2022, an increase of 273 per cent over the same period in 2019.

According to reports, India surpassed China to become the largest source of students for the UK with 161,000 students, including 33,240 dependents, coming to the UK last year.

post-study visa, gives one permission to stay in the UK for at least two years after successfully completing a course in the country.

Indians received 41 per cent of the total number of Graduate Route visas after it was introduced in 2021, according to recent UK immigration statistics.

While some agents come up with offers assuring a “full-time job” for a spouse as well as a two-year “stay” in the country, others tell prospective students to hurry

as the UK could soon put restrictions on dependents.

The report comes as immigration situation in the country is becoming a migraine for the Conservative partyled government with net migration numbers rising to an estimated record of 504,000 in the year to June.

While ministers are considering curbs on the number of dependents allowed into the UK and restricting foreign students attending “low-quality” courses, experts

New Way Consultancy (NWC) says it works for more than 70 universities and is paid on commission for each student it recruits, the Telegraph reported.

NWC said that foreign students and their dependents contributed to the UK economy not just through fees of 10,000 pounds to 26,000 pounds but also via an NHS surcharge of 400 pounds a year for the student and 600 pounds for a dependent.

“International students are not migrants, they never stay here,” Moe Sobahan, NWC’s recruitment head told Telegraph.

The World Bank report titled “Climate Investment Opportunities in India’s Cooling Sector” said the country is experiencing higher temperatures that arrive earlier and stay far longer.

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India is a part of me: Sundar Pichai

“India is a part of me and I carry it with me wherever I go,” Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai has said, as he received the prestigious Padma Bhushan award from the Indian envoy to the US. Indian-American Pichai was awarded the Padma Bhushan for 2022 in the Trade and Industry category. The Madurai-born Pichai was named one of the 17 awardees earlier this year.

He received India’s third-highest civilian award in the presence of his close family members in San Francisco on Friday.

“I am deeply grateful to the Indian government and the people of India for this immense honour. It is incredibly meaningful to be honoured in this way by the country that shaped me,” 50-yearold Pichai said while accepting the award from India’s Ambassador to the US, Taranjit Singh Sandhu.

“India is a part of me. I carry it with me wherever I go. (Unlike this beautiful award which I will keep somewhere safe),” he said.

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In A First, Indian Navy Inducts 341 Women Sailors

Addressing a press conference ahead of Navy Day, he also said the Navy keeps a strong vigil over the movements of various Chinese military and research vessels in the Indian Ocean Region.

2 Indian-Americans At Centre Of Joe Biden’s Son Hunter’s Laptop Story

Kolkata: Actor Paresh Rawal has landed in a huge controversy with his viral comments on Bengalis while campaigning in Gujarat for the ruling BJP.

While the ruling Trinamool Congress in Bengal has hit out at actor Paresh Rawal for his distasteful comments, former Member of Parliament and CPI(M) leader Md Salim has filed a complaint with the police.

At a rally, Paresh Rawal said the people of Gujarat would tolerate inflation but not “Bangladeshis and Rohingya” next door and used a “cooking fish” stereotype that has incensed Bengalis.

New Delhi: The Indian Navy has given assurances to the government that it will become ‘Atmanirbhar’ (self-reliant) by 2047, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar said today.

Addressing a press conference ahead of Navy Day, he also said the Navy keeps a strong vigil over the movements of various Chinese military and research vessels in the Indian Ocean Region. He said the Indian Navy achieved a very high operational tempo in the last one year and there has been greater emphasis on the criticality of maritime

security as India marches ahead. “The government has given us clear guidelines on Atmanirbhar Bharat. We have given assurances that the Indian Navy will become Aatmanirbhar by 2047,” the Navy Chief said.

Admiral Hari Kumar also said that operationally, the Navy had a very intense and engaging time in the last one year. Commissioning of aircraft carrier INS Vikrant was a landmark event for India, he said. The Navy Chief said his force aims to have Made-inIndia security solutions for the country.

BJP trying to misuse my remarks: Mallikarjun Kharge on ‘Ravan’ row

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s and PM’s style of politics often lacks the spirit of democracy’

Facing flak from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over his “Ravan” jibe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has accused the ruling party of misusing his remarks for electoral gains in Gujarat, and said that politics is not about individuals but policies.

In his first reaction over the controversy, Kharge told PTI that he believes in “performance politics”, but the BJP’s style of politics often lacks the spirit of democracy as “they make it about one person only, who is everywhere”. On the AAP’s prospects in the ongoing Gujarat elections, he alleged that it was working at somebody’s behest “to divide the Congress’s votes.” Asked whether personal attacks, such as his own “Ravan” jibe, have become a key feature of the campaign, Kharge said, “They are misusing it for electoral gains.”

“For us, politics is not about individuals. It is about policies, it is about their (BJP’s) performance, and it is about the type of politics they practice. They make it about only one person, who is everywhere,” the veteran Congress leader said.

Biden will support ‘dear friend’ Modi during India’s G-20 Presidency

US President Joe Biden said on Friday that he is looking forward to “supporting my dear friend” Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Indias G-20 Presidency.

Washington, Dec 2 (IANS) US President Joe Biden said on Friday that he is looking forward to “supporting my dear friend” Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Indias G-20 Presidency.

India assumed the rotational G-20 chair for a year on Thursday, the same day that it also took the month-long Presidency of the UN Security Council, which will also be the last month of its eighth nonpermanent membership of what is really the world’s most elite club on global security issues.

“India is a strong partner of the United

States, and I look forward to supporting my friend Prime Minister Modi during India’s G20 Presidency,” President Biden wrote in a tweet. “Together we will advance sustainable and inclusive growth while tackling shared challenges like the climate, energy, and food crises,”he added. Biden’s offer of support comes at a time when India’s growing proximity to the United States is attracting unsolicited concern from Beijing and Moscow, for their separate reasons. A US Department of Defense report issued earlier this week said the Chinese government officials had specifically asked US officials “to not interfere” in China’s relationship with India.

Washington: Two Indian-Americans

- Congressman Ro Khanna and Vijaya Gadde - prominently figure in US President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden’s laptop story whose full disclosure Twitter CEO Elon Musk has announced would be released on the micro-blogging site.

Musk, the world’s richest man who purchased Twitter last month, said on Friday that he would release details about what he characterised as Twitter’s “suppression” of a controversial story done by the New York Post newspaper about Hunter Biden’s laptop that was published before the 2020 US election.

He also tweeted that it would be “awesome” and there would be a “live Q&A” on the topic. The story claimed to contain emails retrieved from a laptop belonging to Hunter. The New York Post said it learned of the emails’ existence from Trump’s ex-White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, and obtained the emails from Trump’s personal lawyer at the time Rudy Giuliani. Twitter initially limited the distribution of the story, citing concerns that it could be the result of a foreign disinformation campaign. But the social media company quickly backtracked on its response, with then-CEO Jack Dorsey calling the decision to block the link “unacceptable.”

Ro Khanna is the Democratic Congressman representing Silicon Valley in the US House of Representatives, while Vijaya Gadde, an attorney, served as general counsel and the head of legal, policy, and trust at Twitter, before she was fired by new boss and CEO Musk.

A series of tweets along with internal communications of Twitter was released by writer Matt Taibbi regarding the allegations that the social media platform during the 2020 election cycle had suppressed news and information related to the laptop of Hunter. According to the information released by Matt Taibbi, Ro Khanna appears to have questioned the decision of Twitter to restrict access to an investigative report of the New York Post newspaper on the laptop of Hunter. Mr Khanna said that such a move by Twitter seems to be a violation of the 1st Amendment principles.

“If there is a hack of classified information or other information that could expose a serious war crime and the NYT was to publish it, I think NYT should have that right.

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Los Angeles: (IANS) As ‘RRR’ emerges as an Oscars season favourite across America, with the Pakistani Punjabi film, ‘Joyland’, giving it close competition, the influential ‘Rolling Stone’ magazine has named the “epic Tollywood blockbuster” as one of the 22 Best Movies of 2022. The S.S. Rajamouli directed historical adventure drama is in patrician company on the international list. Notable among the titles that share space on the list with ‘RRR’ are Steven Spielberg’s ‘The Fabelmans’ at No. 15 (‘RRR’ is at No. 12), the much-acclaimed ‘Tar’ (about the downfall of the famous female conductor of a classical orchestra, Lydia Tar, played by Cate Blanchett) at No. 11,

Popular Malayalam film comedian Kochu Preman passes away

‘I’m trying different genres to better my craft’: Tripti Dimri

Artistes should be aware of their strengths and weaknesses, believes actor Tripti Dimri as she says her aim is to not restrict herself but become a better actor by trying her hands at anything that is new and challenging. The actor, who shot to fame with her stellar performance in the supernaturalthriller Bulbbul, said it is essential for artistes to explore different worlds and characters.

“I am trying to do different genres because as actors it is important to step out of our comfort zone and that is what helps you better your craft,” Dimri, whose upcoming projects include a

romantic movie with Vicky Kaushal and Ranbir Kapoor-led Animal, told PTI.

“When I did this film with Vicky, I was scared because it is a completely different character and I had to unlearn so many things and learn a lot of new things. It was challenging. I was happy as I know what my limitations are as an actor and what are the things I need to work on,” she added.

Tripti Dimri made her acting debut with 2017’s comedy drama Poster Boys and went on to star in the romance feature Laila Majnu.

The 28-year-old actor said she enjoys the process of bringing alive varied characters with every movie. Acting gives an opportunity to look at life and understand pain from a different perspective, she added.

“It is a beautiful part of being an actor, it somehow gives an opportunity to look at life, their pain from a different person’s perspective. When you do that, it helps you understand yourself better and it makes you a more compassionate human being. These are good things that come out acting.”

Dimri is currently receiving praise for her performance in the titular role in Qala, which reunites her actor with Bulbbul director Dutt.

He breathed his last on Friday while being taken to a hospital following breathing complications.NBeginning his acting career through the drama, he made his debut in the Malayalam films in 1979 but had to wait till the late 90s to make his mark and after that he has had no reason to look back.

Randeep Hooda-led Netflix series CAT to premiere

Netflix revenge drama CAT, starring Randeep Hooda, is set to arrive on December 9, the streamer announced Friday. The series, which comes from creator and showrunner Balwinder Singh Janjua, marks Hooda’s second collaboration with the streamer after the 2020 hit movie Extraction. Netflix India shared the premiere date of the series on Twitter. “We have the purrfect news for you! @RandeepHooda stars as Gurnam in CAT – a tale of brotherhood and espionage, releasing on 9th Dec only on Netflix!” the post read.

Neena Gupta is Sanjay Mishra’s senior from NSD

Actress Neena Gupta, who is gearing up for her upcoming movie ‘Vadh’, has shared that her co-actor Sanjay Mishra was the reason for her to say yes to the film.

The two actors go back a long way as they have attended the same acting school -- the National School Of Drama (NSD).

In fact, Neena is Sanjay’s senior from the acting school. Sanjay adds, “We both are from the same institute which is NSD. Neena Ji is my senior. When

I saw Neena Gupta for the first time during an occasion, I fell in the bushes as I stared at her. She has played the role of my wife and I couldn’t ever call her ‘Tum’, I only called her ‘Aap’.” The plot of ‘Vadh’ centres on the harrowing journey of parents who are turning older and the struggles they experience when their son abandons them.

Ashneer Grover says only ‘failed’ people go on Bigg Boss

Former Shark Tank India judge and entrepreneur, Ashneer Grover became a household name after his stint in the TV reality show. The audience loved him for his attitude on the show and his statements turned into viral memes, the most popular one being, ‘Ye doglapan hai.’ Ashneer said, “Only failed individuals go on that show, not successful people. I will never go on that show.” Though the entrepreneur refused to do the show for any amount of money, he won’t mind entering the Bigg Boss house if he gets the same pay cheque as Salman Khan does for hosting the show.

Drishyam 2, the film has already collected Rs 167.93 crore at the Indian box office. The film has been on track and minting an average of more than Rs 4 crore post its day 10. As per trade analyst Taran Adarsh, on its third Saturday, the thriller has minted an unexpected amount of Rs 8.45 crore. This brings its total to Rs 176.38 crore. A remake of Mohanlal’s thriller of the same name, Drishyam 2 also stars Shriya Saran, Tabu, and Akshaye Khanna, among others.

Drishyam 2 box office collection: Ajay Devgn-Tabu thriller races towards the Rs 200 cr club, earns over Rs 175 crore

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Sixty-eight-year-old popular Malayalam film actor Kochu Preman has died at a private hospital here.

Have loved delivering the punches in ‘Govinda Naam Mera’: Bhumi

Bollywood actress Bhumi Pednekar, who plays Vicky Kaushal’s bombshell wife in the upcoming streaming movie ‘Govinda Naam Mera’, shares that her character has the most hilarious dialogues in the film and that the makers have subverted the industry norm by giving the punchlines to the female character. Elaborating on the same, the actress says, “I honestly have loved delivering the punches in the film and I have to admit that I have been given some of the most hilarious punchlines by Shashank (Khaitan, the director). What I love the most about my dialoguebaazi (punchy dialogues) in ‘Govinda Naam Mera’ is that they are from the heroine’s

Bhumi Pednekar shares that her character has the most hilarious dialogues in the film and that the makers have subverted the industry norm by giving the punchlines to the female character.

side and that’s refreshing for a romantic comedy in the Hindi film industry because traditionally only heroes used to get all the great dialogues in a genre like this and make people laugh.”

She lauds the film’s producer Karan Johar and the director as she adds, “I’m glad that my producer Karan Johar and my director Shashank Khaitan thought of subverting the norm and empowering a girl to

deliver some of the most cracking dialogues that I have seen on screen in recent times. Gauri Waghmare is literally one of my most favourite characters that I have played on screen.”

Talking about her character, Bhumi mentions that she is an equal to a man and constantly reminds a man that her gender doesn’t make her inferior and that she is the master of her own actions and decisions.

The film, which also stars Kiara Advani and Vicky Kaushal, is produced by Dharma Productions, and will stream on Disney+ Hotstar from December 16.

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it Akshay Kumar to star in film about sex education

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has opened up about his upcoming projects. The actor said that he will begin filming his first web series, tentatively titled The End, as early as next year. Akshay added that he is also working on a film about sex education. Talking about his movie about sex education, Akshay Kumar said, “I like doing social films which can make a difference, especially in my country and in anybody’s life. I just pick up those topics and I make a film, but I make it in a very commercial way where obviously there are songs, there’s comedy, there’s drama, there’s tragedy. So, I take real stories and adapt it and cover it up with all the commercial things.” On the work front, Akshay Kumar has finished shooting for his upcoming movie Selfiee, which is a remake of the 2019 Malayalam film Driving Licence.

Uorfi Javed slams Chetan Bhagat

Men like him will always blame the women Uorfi took to her Instagram story to react to the comment. In a series of posts, she asked Chetan Bhagat ‘not to promote rape culture’ and also accused him of ‘misguiding’ youth.

Uorfi Javed first posted, “Men like him will always blame the women (rather) than accepting their own shortcomings. Just because you’re a pervert doesn’t mean it’s the girl’s fault or what is she wearing. Unnecessarily dragging me into a conversation, commenting on how my clothes are distracting young boys is such as f****d thing to say. You messaging girls isn’t a distraction for them, Chetan Bhagat?” “Stop promoting rape culture you sickos out there! Blaming a women’s clothes for the behaviour of men is so 80s Mr. @chetanbhagat. Who was distracting you when you messaged girls half of your age? Always blame the opposite gender, never accept your own shortcomings or faults. People like you are misguiding the youth, not me. Encouraging men to put the blame on the women or her clothing when are at fault,” she wrote in another post.

3 other IFFI jurors say they stand by Lapid’s ‘Kashmir Files’ views

BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) winner Jinko Gotoh, who was part of the five-member jury for the International Competition at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), Sunday said she and two of her fellow jurors stand by the statement made by jury chairperson Nadav Lapid at the closing ceremony that the The Kashmir Files was a “propaganda” movie.

A statement posted by Gotoh on Twitter said, “At the festival’s closing ceremony, Nadav Lapid, the jury’s president, made a statement on behalf of the jury members stating: ‘We were all of us disturbed and shocked by the 15th film, The Kashmir Files, that felt to us like a vulgar propaganda movie, inappropriate for an artistic competitive section of such a prestigious film festival.’

I don’t say no to ‘bold’ scenes if script demands it, says

Eisha Singh

TV actress Eisha Singh, who is known for her roles in shows such as ‘Sirf Tum’, ‘Ishq Ka Rang Safed’ and ‘Ishq Subhan Allah’, shares her views on doing bold content in web shows or films.

She says: “If the script demands it, then I will surely look forward to doing it, but only if I am comfortable doing that particular scene. I also don’t have any barriers to saying no to the bold scenes. Rather than thinking about bold scenes in a negative way, I take it up in a positive manner where it’s just a part of the script and nothing more.”

She adds: “I have not noticed any such web show that is trying to grab the audience’s attention just on the basis of its bold scenes and not with the content.”

The actress, who made her Bollywood debut with Anubhav Sinha’s latest ‘’Middle-Class Love’, opens up on the kind of web shows she is looking forward to do mre in future.

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PCS Participated In The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade

CBP Launches Global Business Identifier

CHICAGO , IL – The Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago (PCS) participated in the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade on the legendary State Street in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade is considered the second best parade in the nation and the city’s premier holiday event. The PCS float was dedicated to thanking the farmers worldwide and was decked up to look like a patch of agricultural farm including a tractor and the farming enactment with farm implements. Punjabi Bhangra music and live Punjabi Dhol beats filled the city block.

The parade, co-hosted by actors Jen Lilley and Jesse Hutch,

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nearly 100 parade units took part in the legendary parade. PCS has been participating in this parade since 2005. “PCS has been participating in this parade since 2005. It gives our community great exposure in the mainstream, and it shows our commitment to celebrate the American festivals, in solidarity with the American people,” said Balwinder Singh Girn the P.C.S. Board of Advisors.

The PCS participation was coordinated by Jigerdeep Singh Dhillon, Gurpreet Singh Sidhu, Bikram Singh Sohi, Gurlal Singh Bhattal, Vick Singh, Balwinder Girn and several volunteers.

11th Intl. Maheshwari And Rajasthani Convention Hosted In Houston

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), will collaborate with 13 partner government agencies to deploy a Global Business Identifier (GBI) pilot program that will test the concept of a single business identifier solution to improve the US Government’s ability to efficiently identify high-risk shipments and facilitate legitimate trade. Through the GBI Evaluative Proof of Concept (EPoC), volunteers from the trade community will provide CBP with entity identifier codes, used widely in various industries, to allow more comprehensive insight into shipper, seller, and manufacturer data.

NEW YORK, NY — New York City became ever-so-slightly safer in November even as murders rose, according to newly released NYPD crime statistics. Major crimes fell 1.2 percent in November compared to the same month last year, the data shows. The main exception to this overall crime decline was seen with murders, which had increased 20 percent compared to November 2021, the statistics show. There were 30 murders last month and 25 at the same point a year ago.

But, still, NYPD Commissioner Keechant Sewell said officers and other police workers have brought about “substantial, tangible progress” toward public safety goals.

“Their work has yielded positive results, with major crime down in the month of November 2022 compared to the same period last year,” she said in a statement. Crime has been a persistent issue throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

HOUSTON, TX – The Maheshwari community of Rajasthan came together this Thanksgiving weekend at the 11th International Maheshwari and Rajasthani Convention (IMRC). The event was hosted by the Southwest chapter of MMNA (Maheshwari Mahasabha of North America). The convention was kicked off by Convenor Sharad Mantri, National President Abhilasha Rathi, BOT Chair Ghanshyam Heda and Co-convenors Archana Bhakkad and Sanjay Jajoo. Guests of Honor included Shailesh Lodha, Dr Ruma Devi, Kartikeya Baldwa, Dr. Renu Khator and the Consul General

Aseem Mahajan. The opening ceremony was kicked off by a graceful Ghoomar dance. MMNA National President Abhilasha Rathi welcomed the guests. “Mahasangram” – the conflict between generations generated great interest. The MMNA Matrimonial Session announced the launch of a mobile app. On Saturday, the convention moved from the hotel to a ranch. It was a picturesque day with everyone decked in cowboy attire showcasing Texan culture coupled with TexMex cuisine. The trip to the ranch with 770 plus attendees on 14 school buses was a unique and fun experience for all.

Border Patrol Agent’s Quick Actions Save Man’s Life

BELLINGHAM, WA. — A Blaine Sector

Border Patrol agent provided lifesaving medical aid over the weekend.

At approximately 5 p.m. Saturday an agent assigned to the Bellingham Station was patrolling near Squalicum Harbor when he was flagged down by a community member.

The agent immediately followed the individual across the boat launch parking lot to where a 27-year-old man was lying on the ground unconscious and surrounded by onlookers. After checking for vital signs and finding

none, the agent began cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The unconscious man quickly began to show signs of life. He was treated and transported by local Emergency Medical Services. “Border Patrol agents serve the public in many

ways while securing the nation’s borders,” said Acting Chief Patrol Agent Andrew K. Scharnweber. “During their patrols they are often the first on scene in emergency situations. The agent’s quick response and training proved critical to saving this man’s life.”

The men and women of the United States Border Patrol stand ready to prevent the illicit smuggling of humans, drugs, and other contraband, along the United States border. To report suspicious activity to the U.S. Border Patrol, contact Blaine Sector at 360332-9200.

The pilot seeks to modernize trade processes by evaluating unique business identifiers or a combination of identifiers to replace, at a future point, the decades-old Manufacturer/Shipper Identification (MID) number currently used to track customs information, which only includes importer name and address and is not a managed, unique identifier.

Through the pilot, industry volunteers will submit three entity identifiers to CBP – Data Universal Numbering System, Global Location Number, and Legal Entity Identifier – in addition to the MID. CBP will then evaluate the optimal combination of identifiers to capture critical data including the main legal entity, specific business locations, and supply chain roles while optimizing GBI design, usability, and scope.

The GBI EPoC offers the potential for CBP, and other U.S. partner government agencies with equities at the border, to achieve greater visibility into U.S. supply chains – enhancing CBP’s enforcement capabilities while facilitating clearance of fair and legal trade.

“The complexity of modern, global supply chains requires innovative solutions to increase transparency. Our hope for this pilot program is that it will give us a more complete picture of goods making their way into the U.S. so that we can focus enforcement efforts on high-risk shipments while ensuring the free flow of legal trade that supports our economy,” said AnnMarie R. Highsmith, Executive Assistant Commissioner, CBP Office of Trade.

“With the GBI pilot, we expect improved data quality, industry cost and time savings, streamlined supply chain tracking, and increased protection from counterfeiting –wins for both the trade community and the U.S. government.”

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PCS Thanksgiving Day Parade 2022 Group at float rear

Lighting of the lamps. Dr. Renu Devi, Ghanshyam Heda, Raj Malani, Jugal Malani, & Abhilasha

$100 Million Gift To NYU School Of Engineering From Indian American Couple

Indian American Chandrika Tandon, who, along with her husband, Ranjan, gifted $100 million to the school in 2015, welcomes the investment.

The investment, announced by NYU President Andrew Hamilton, is also aimed at raising the profile of New York City as a technology hub. A news release issued by the university said it has already acquired a 350,000 square foot building adjacent to Tandon School. “The purchase of the new facility will help support an ongoing $1 billion investment in Tandon to significantly advance engineering at NYU by recruiting 40 new full-time tenure track faculty, fueling groundbreaking research, and growing and modernizing its Downtown Brooklyn campus,” the release said. “The funding will fuel basic and applied research in key interdisciplinary areas of global import—secure wireless ecosystems and supply chains, health engineering, sustainable engineering, and data science to improve the human condition.”

New York Is Among The Worst City For Single’s: Study

NEW YORK, NY- New York University will invest $1 billion over 20 years to improve the ranking of its Tandon School of Engineering, named after Indian American philanthropists Chandrika and Ranjan Tandon.

“Continuing the stunning upward trajectory! So thrilling!” Chandrika Tandon, who, along with her husband, Ranjan, donated $100 million to the school in 2015, tweeted Wednesday. The philanthropist was present at an event where the announcement was made.

“Army Outpost Near India, China LAC Concerning:” Raja Krishnamoorthi

WASHINGTON, DC – In response to report that the People’s Liberation Army has constructed a military outpost at Pangong Tso, a lake extending across the Line of Actual Control between the People’s Republic of China and India, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence said, “The report is another disturbing sign of Beijing’s growing regional aggression, reinforcing the need for the United States to reaffirm and strengthen joint efforts with India and other security partners.” He added, “As the Chinese Communist Party’s domestic repression, brutal persecution of Uyghurs, and online misinformation efforts continue to escalate, so too do the signs of its growing international military aggression stretching from India to the Taiwan Strait. In the face of these belligerent ambitions, it is imperative that the United States maintains and expands our security and intelligence cooperation with allies and partners to send the clear messages that the United States stands with India, Taiwan, and democracies across the region.”

NEW YORK, NY — Single in Steinway? Good luck with that — a new study found it’s much better to be Sleepless in Seattle than dating anywhere in New York City.

New York City ranked 151st out of 182 cities in WalletHub’s new “2022’s Best & Worst Cities For Singles” study.

The Big Apple’s dating scene is simply too expensive, the study found. The famously pricey city ranked dead last in terms of cost for dates — one of three factors taken into consideration by the study.

“The average date costs over $90 and 19% of people in Gen Z and 22% of millennials report going into debt for dates,” the study states. “Therefore, it certainly pays to live in a place where dating activities, such as dining out or watching a movie, are relatively cheaper.”

So, what U.S. city fared the best for single ladies and gentlemen?

Seattle, Washington, grabbed the top honor, followed by Madison, Wisconsin, and Denver, Colorado, according to the study.

The trio of cities ranked high — in the top three, in fact — when it came to “dating opportunities,” another factor measured by the study. The factor took into account each city’s share of singles, online and mobile dating opportunities, and Google search traffic for “Tinder,” according to the study’s methodology.

Blind Indian-American Professor Sued For Gender Discrimination By Columbia Business School Alumnus

NEW YORK, NY A Columbia University graduate has filed a lawsuit against professor and author Sheena Iyengar for gender discrimination.

Elizabeth Blackwell first received a job offer from Iyengar in 2017 for a research position, which she thought would prepare her for graduate school, according to court documents obtained by Washington Square News. Iyengar, who is blind and rose to fame as an expert on decision making through her TED Talks, is a Professor of Business in the Management Division at Columbia Business School.

In a lawsuit, which was filed on 1 February 2022, Blackwell claimed that when she started her job, Iyengar gave many of her research responsibilities to a male worker instead of her since “she was a ‘woman’”.

The graduate also accused the professor of “disturbing gender-based discrimination behavior and retaliation”,

after Iyengar allegedly assigned the male co-workers some of Blackwell’s duties.

Blackwell claims in the legal documents that she was given “personal and supportive” tasks, since they had been “better suited” for the “female gender”.

WSN reported that some of these responsibilities included applying Iyengar’s makeup and booking

the professor on dates at different restaurants, which Blackwell said was “extremely upsetting”.

The publication noted that when Blackwell confronted Iyengar about her job, the book author reportedly told her that she was “lucky” to have been hired. Iyengar also told the research associate that if she were a man, she “would have been out on [her] a** a long time ago”.

Per recorded conversations obtained by WSN, Iyengar told Columbia University that she was being harassed by Blackwell.

The writer said that while she wanted to support Blackwell “at every step,” there was “no fit” between their interests. She also offered to write the Columbia graduate a letter of recommendation for her next position.

Additionally, Iyengar claimed that she was the one who was being discriminated by Blackwell at their workplace.

“If there was discrimination in this office, it was, it is, the discrimination that I felt as a blind professor who was being

perpetually bullied by my employee and does not accommodate the very needs of this position,” she said.

Columbia University has launched an investigation into both Blackwell’s and Iyengar’s allegations. In January 2019, Blackwell’s contract with Columbia University was terminated due to lack of funding, even though her position was up until June of that year. To WSN, her attorney, David DeToffol, called her termination a “retaliatory” decision. During an interview, Blackwell said that it has been difficult for her to find work since leaving Columbia. She also claimed that she’s been suffering from insomnia, depression, and anxiety, which first developed when she was working for Iyengar.

“These are stories that need to be told — stories that women need to share with each other,” she said. She criticized the university, alleging that the institution disregarded most of her comments about the gender discrimination she was experiencing.

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Chicago Sikh Community Serves Thanksgiving Lunch To Needy At Salvation Army

CHICAGO, IL – Members of the Sikh Religious Society of Chicago helped feed the needy visitors at the Salvation Army located at 825 Christiana Ave in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Food was packed and distributed to the families and individuals who came to pick up the food at the Salvation Army. Local members of Sikh Religious Society and Sikhs from the Chicagoland area have been doing this service since 1992. This is the first time the Salvation Army had a sit down Thanksgiving lunch after the Covid19 pandemic. People from all faiths contribute money and volunteer time and labour for serving traditional meals on Thanksgiving day. It’s an honor, duty and personal satisfaction for Sikhs to feed the needy following their scripture Guru Granth Sahib’s teachings; “Jithai Neech Samaalian, Tithai Nadar Teri Bakhsees. . . . .” “God’s grace is especially present when the poor

and the lowly are looked after.”

A person develops a sense of humility while doing service. Service is surrendering one’s ego and giving oneself to the Guru. “By doing service one loses his egoistic nature and thereby gets respect from our creator.” Giving donations from one’s earnings is another form of Sewa (service). One must share his/ her earnings with the poor and the needy people (Wand Chhaknaa). This is one of the “Three Golden Rules” of Sikhism.

“Nanak agai so milai je khate ghaale deye” . . . . . . . Guru Granth Sahib Ji (Page 472)

“Nanak Says, you get in future the reward of charity given out of your earnings, earned by hard labor.”

“Once you start doing SEWA there, you start realizing how blessed we are, who have food on table.” Many of these needy families bring their kids with them who

otherwise may have not gotten any hot traditional meals at home,” said Sarwan Singh, the coordinator of this effort.

A cargo van full of canned and other food was donated to the Salvation Army by the Sikh community members and family friends. The Salvation Army prepared hot food (turkey, mash potatoes, beans, sweet potatoes, stuffing, and bread rolls, and pumpkin pie) in their kitchen. Sikh Community members served the meals, and also collected $1400.00 and handed over the donation to Captain Nikki Hughes and Captain Corey Hughes of Salvation Army.

The Salvation Army thanked the members of Sikh Community for their contribution of the pantry food and the cash. Needy families also come during the weekdays to get food from the pantry located at the same location.

31st Annual Gala Of SAHARA Held At California

CERRITOS, CA- The 31st annual gala of SAHARA held at Cerritos Sheraton drew close to 300 guests in a show of support for valiant survivors of domestic violence and elder abuse in the South Asian Southern California community.

So profound was the impact of SAHARA’s assistance and support to these victims that many in the audience were moved to tears by the stories shared by three survivors.

A passionate discussion by an esteemed panel of speakers Dr. Sanchita Banerjee Saxena (BRAC USA), Vandana Tilak (Jupiter 260), Fiza Shah (Developments in Literacy), Sharon Angel (author, activist) and Moderated by Nimmi Raghunathan (Editor-in-Chief India West) on ‘Empowering Women) was the highlight of the evening.

The room bustled with fervor as the pledge drive began. Manu and Rika Shah of MSI and the Sarva Mangal Family Trust, urged everyone present to donate generously to the Affordable Housing Imitative, which would help provide

SAHARA was able to attend to almost 3,000 helpline calls, offer over 3,670 shelter bed nights provide 377 clients with healthcare and citizenship services almost 770 elder clients with social services and participate in over 125 awareness and outreach with activites with the community.

a safe pathway to self-sustainability and renewed independence for those victims who have regained confidence, learned life skills through services provided by SAHARA, and are-eager to forge ahead.

The evening ended on a high note with SAHARA’s angels pledging over $850,000 with the largest benefactors Manu and Rika Shah and the Tarsadia Foundation, leading compassionate donors.

The Executive Director of SAHARA, Dr. Himesh Lekhlani drew applause as he told the audience of the organization’s

successes in providing safe shelter housing, access and referrals to trauma-informed care, therapy, job opportunities, access to health care, public benefit, immigration, and legal assistance along with daily living essentials.

Just this year alone, he said, SAHARA was able to attend to almost 3,000 helpline calls, offer over 3,670 shelter bed nights provide 377 clients with healthcare and citizenship services almost 770 elder clients with social services and participate in over 125 awareness and outreach with activites with the community.

SAHARA’s President Dr. Rubina Najeeb, in her speech, spoke of organization’s future vision, which includes proper integration of survivors in the community by implementing crucial initiatives, including affordable housing educational partnerships with colleges and institutions and workforce development to provide access to the job market.

Gods and Lovers –Indian Paintings in Florida

A new exhibition at the Ringling Museum of Art in Florida is currently showing paintings and sculptures from India. The exhibit shows paintings from private collectors and depicts Hindu Gods and Goddesses. The exhibition also shows some Hindu and Jain sculptures dating back to the 4th and 5th centuries. The paintings show court culture, classical music and depict stories of divine love and heroism.

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NYPD, FDNY To Involuntarily Commit More Mentally Ill New Yorkers

NEW YORK, NY— More New Yorkers who appear severely mentally ill will be involuntarily taken off the street faster and committed for their own good, Mayor Eric Adams said.

A new directive to NYPD, FDNY and other first responders will set up an expanded and expedited process for involuntarily transporting people experiencing a mental health crisis to a hospital, Adams said.

The directive clarifies that not just people who are violent, suicidal or dangerous can be sent to the hospital against their will, but also those whose mental illness creates an “inability to meet” their own basic needs, Adams said.

“It is not acceptable for us to see someone who clearly needs help and walk past,” he said.

Adams’ announcement came during an address Tuesday on what he called a city crisis: people with untreated severe mental illness who live out in the open, on streets and in subways.

But the plan to involuntarily send such people to the hospital if they appear to be having mental health problems drew sharp criticism from advocates, who argued it would violate the rights of New Yorkers who pose no imminent harm.

“The decades-old practice of sweeping deep-seated problems out of public view may play well for the politicians, but the problems will persist – for vulnerable

people in desperate need of government services and for New Yorkers,” said Donna Lieberman, executive director for the New York Civil Liberties Union, in a statement. “The Mayor’s attempt to police away homelessness and sweep individuals out of sight is a page from the failed Giuliani playbook. With no real plan for housing, services, or supports, the administration is choosing handcuffs and coercion.”

Involuntary commitments won’t help mentally ill New Yorkers, especially if they’re started by cops, said Jawanza Williams, director of organizing for VOCAL-NY.

“New Yorkers will see this plan for what it is: a draconian attempt to say the Adams’ administration is tackling a problem, while only making it worse,” Williams said in a statement.

“The lives of people dealing with mental health crises won’t be improved by forcing them into treatment, especially if it’s coming from law enforcement. All this directive will do is disappear them.”

Adams argued that hundreds of New Yorkers need intervention that sends them to the hospital against their will for necessary mental health treatment, he said.

But he said responders are often under the misunderstanding that they can only intervene if someone is violent, suicidal or present a risk of imminent harm, which he claimed is “myth.”

State health laws give the city sweeping authority to do involuntarily take people to the hospital, Adams said. He recounted recently seeing police officers in subway stations who effectively ignored people in clear need of mental health help.

“In short, we are confirming that a person’s ‘inability to meet basic needs,’ to the extent that it poses a risk of harm, is part of the standard for mental health interventions,” he said.

Lieberman said Adams’ plan plays “fast and loose” with legal rights.

“The federal and state constitutions impose strict limits on the government’s ability to detain people experiencing mental illness – limits that the Mayor’s proposed expansion is likely to violate,” she said.

Adams also pushed for an 11-point legislative agenda he’ll push Gov. Kathy Hochul to support. The agenda argues state laws should be more clear about when involuntary hospital admissions can be made, as well as stricter discharge procedures.

American Association Of Engineers Of Indian Origin Inaugurated The Milwaukee Chapter

Diverse Clergy Rrges Dutch Bros Coffee To Stop Charging Extra For Plant-Based Milk Alternatives

Looks like there is another desi drink that has caught the fancy of the West. A few days ago, Cola giant Pepsi launched a new holiday commercial showing Lindsay Lohan mixing Pepsi with milk. Calling the new combination ‘Pilk,’ the company is also promoting the drink for Christmas and asking people to go for Pilk (Pepsi+ milk) and cookies.

While one could have passed this as another of fancy holiday drinks but this time the combination has struck a chord with the desis. Interestingly, milk with soda or doodh soda has been a popular summer drink in the subcontinent. People in the parts of Punjab province in Pakistan and some parts of India have been relishing this drink for ages now. In fact many Pakistanis say that during the Ramadan in summer months, doodh soda is a staple on their Iftar table. Many Pakistani cookbooks have the recipe of doodh soda and Punjabis both Indian and Pakistanis swear by drinking this combination at many roadside dhabas, usually made by mixing 7 Up or Sprite with milk and ice.

MILWAUKEE, WI-: Consul General of India Hon. Somnath Ghosh and Congressman Hon. Brian Steil lighted the Lamp and Inaugurated Milwaukee chapter of AAEIO. Milwaukee Chapter President Murali Ragavendran Welcomed the VVIPs and Introduced the Board to the Audience. AAEIO President Gladson Varghese talked about organization’s Vision, Mission and goals for next five years. University of Wisconsin, Dean of Sheldon Lubar College of Business Dr. Kaushal Chari talked what the organization should be doing in the field of Business and Innovation. He offered his full support for the organization. Milwaukee Tech Hub CEO Ms. Kathy Henrich talked how AAEIO Milwaukee chapter can tie up with Tech Hub in the field of Technology and Business.

congratulated the AAEIO Milwaukee and national AAEIO

and asked them to open chapters in the entire Midwest and offered his full support. Congressman Brian Steil shared his experiences when he visited India and offered his support for the AAEIO Milwaukee chapter. Several Executives and Engineers from Johnson Controls, Harley Davidson, Northwestern Mutual, GE, Rockwell Automation, etc… attended the event. AAEIO Milwaukee chapter’s programs and goals for next year was presented by Secretary Ravi Annamalai, Treasurer Raghavan, Board members, Suresh Krishniah, Sunil Krishnan, Madhu Expedith, Asokan Thangaraj, Parminder Singh Goldy, Pravin Raikar, Ganesh Mayya, Siva Dakshinamurthy, and Jagdish Patel.

Dutch Bros Coffee locations reportedly charge customers 70¢ extra per coffee cup for almond, coconut, oat milk if customers choose these substitutes replacing dairy milk.

RENO, NV- A multi-faith coalition of Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish leaders is urging Dutch Bros Coffee; large drive-through coffee chain headquartered in Oregon; to immediately stop charging extra for plant-based milk alternatives; calling it “unethical” and “unfair”. Greek-Orthodox clergyman in Nevada Father Stephen R. Karcher, Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, renowned Buddhist minister Reverend Matthew T. Fisher, esteemed Jewish rabbi in California-Nevada ElizaBeth Webb Beyer; in a joint statement in Nevada today; reminded Dutch Bros Coffee to follow its own commitment to “inclusion” and “people-first culture” by fixing this issue of unfairness.

A coffee company should not be in the business of taxing individuals who had chosen the plant-based lifestyle and thus dairy-milk-alternatives for dietary restrictions, ethical issues, health risk worries, environmental concerns, lactose intolerance, milk allergy, increased prostate cancer risk, unease at antibiotics-hormonespesticides, animal welfare, etc.; Karcher, Zed, Fisher, Beyer wrote. Why does Dutch Bros Coffee perpetuate such unfairness simply for its mercantile greed; Rajan Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, asks. On the other hand, Dutch Bros Coffee, which boasts of “vision of making a massive difference”, should work towards making plant-based milk alternatives more accessible to every customer by removing the surcharge barriers; Zed added.

These Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish religious leaders urged Dutch Bros Coffee Executive Chairman

Travis Boersma and CEO Joth Ricci to immediately drop this surcharge for choosing plant-based milk alternatives and not blatantly ignore the company slogan of “serving up smiles”.

Dutch Bros Coffee locations reportedly charge customers 70¢ extra per coffee cup for almond, coconut, oat milk if customers choose these substitutes replacing dairy milk.

Headquartered in Grants Pass, Oregon; Dutch Bros Coffee, launched in 1992, has reportedly 641 locations across 14 states.

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Ex-Theranos president Ramesh ‘Sunny’ Balwani gets nearly 13 years in prison for fraud

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Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani’s journey from fame to shame seems straight out of a Bollywood plot. The shrewd Indian American entrepreneur began rather impressively like many desi visionaries in Silicon Valley. At the onset, what seemed like another spectacular tale of an Indian-origin entrepreneur creating history for generations to see in America, went bust a little too soon. The story seemed like the stuff immigrant dreams are made of – Balwani along with the founder Elizabeth Holmes take Theranos – a blood testing start-up to dizzying heights. The company valued at $9 billion during its hey days, promised various medical tests using just a few drops of blood. The exemplary idea led Theranos to raise $945 million from A-list of investors.

However, this façade began crumbling when reports began coming that the lab had actually performed only a dozen out of the hundreds of tests it offered. Not only the accuracy was questionable it came to light that Theranos was using third party devices rather than

City Of Chicago Reaches $10 Million Settlement With Uber Eats, Postmates

CHICAGO, IL — The City of Chicago has reached a $10 million settlement with Uber Technologies Inc. (UBER) stemming from the city’s investigation that Uber Eats and Postmates listed restaurants on their platforms without the consent of the restaurants.

The City of Chicago Monday said that UberEats’ and Postmates’ practices of listing Chicago restaurants on their platforms without the restaurants’ consent was in violation of the City’s emergency fee cap ordinance, and other advertising-related conduct.

“Today’s settlement reflects the City’s commitment to creating a fair and honest marketplace that protects both consumers and businesses from unlawful conduct,” said Mayor Lightfoot.

Cook County Sheriff Issues Warning About Holiday Scammers

CHICAGO, IL- The Cook County sheriff says ’tis the season for scammers and is warning of the most prevalent holiday crimes. Sheriff Tom Dart and his detectives spoke Tuesday about cyber crimes and scams before a crowd of seniors at Smith Village — a retirement community in Chicago. The sheriff’s department highlighted the use of social media and online shopping as key tools used by holiday scammers.

Dart says the majority of houses have packages delivered during the daytime when no one is home. Porch pirates are the most popular crime at this time of year, but dart also warned of scammers who knock on doors.

“Chicago’s restaurant owners and workers work diligently to build their reputations and serve our residents and visitors. That’s why our hospitality industry is so critical to our economy, and it only works when there is transparency and fair pricing. There is no room for deceptive and unfair practices.”

“We delivered on our commitment to

protect consumers and businesses,” said Kenneth J. Meyer, Commissioner, Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. “The settlement is the result of the City acting swiftly and holding companies accountable for deceitful practices.”

“We welcome any relief provided to the independent restaurants that struggled throughout the pandemic and continue to shoulder the rising costs of doing business,” said Sam Toia, President and CEO, Illinois Restaurant Association. “No third party delivery company should be listing restaurants without their consent, and all third party companies should have been following the emergency cap imposed during the pandemic. Our restaurants will receive immediate benefit from this settlement.”

Indian American Gas Station Owner Hires Heavily Armed Guards

“They are forcing us to hire the security, high-level security, state level,” Patel told “We are tired of this nonsense; robbery, drug trafficking, hanging around, gangs.”

The final straw for Patel came after he said his business was vandalized by young people and an ATM machine was stolen. His car was also a casualty of crime around the area.

its ‘revolutionary’ technology. The company was dissolved in 2018. Both Holmes and Balwani were indicted on charges of defrauding patients and investors four years ago.

And yesterday on December 7, Balwani was sentenced to 13 years in prison. Balwani is supposed to surrender to custody on March 15. Balwani’s exgirlfriend and Theranos founder Holmes got 11 years in prison last month. During the trial, Holmes also accused, Balwani of emotional and sexual abuse. Born in Sindh, Pakistan, in a Hindu family, Balwani’s family moved to India in the 1980’s. Later the Balwani family emigrated to the US. He attended the University of Texas in Austin in 1987.

During the 1990s he worked with Lotus Software and Microsoft. He later joined Commercebid.com as President. He later went on to school again and earned an MBA from University of California in Berkeley. It was here that he met Holmes who at 18 was 19 years younger than Balwani. He joined Theranos in 2009.

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PHILADELPHIA, PA- A Philadelphia gas station owner fed up with incessant crime threatening his employees and customers hired heavily armed security guards to watch over his business.

Neil Patel, operator of a Karco gas station at Broad and Clearfield streets in North Philadelphia, recruited Pennsylvania S.I.T.E Agents clad with Kevlar vest and AR-15s or shotguns.

“We wear Kevlar, we are trained, my guards go to training every other week, they’re proficient with [their guns] and with their taser, they know the law,” Chief Andre Boyer said. The decision to beef up security has been meet with mixed reactions from residents and neighbors. “I listen to them, but according to some people, violent people, they carry the guns, they’re not afraid of them? This is the protection for the neighborhood and the customers,” Patel said.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA- California attorney Harmeet Dhillon, a Trump supporter, whose firm represents the former president, is running for the position of the Republican National Committee chair. Announcing her bid on Fox News on Dec. 5, Dhillon, who described herself as “a fighter,” told host Tucker Carlson that “Republicans are tired of losing and I think we really need to radically reshape our leadership in order to win.” The GOP “can’t keep running elections like we did in the ’90s and the 2000s,” she said, stressing the need “to modernize to compete with the Democrats dollar for dollar in the ways they fundraise, the way they deliver their ballots to the ballot boxes.” She also added the need to revamp messaging to be “fresh and positive and not just reactive to news cycles and what the Democrats are doing.”

A longtime conservative activist, Dhillon has served as chair of the Republican National Lawyers Association and as a chair of the San Francisco Republican Party. She is currently a national committeewoman of the RNC for California.

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Theranos Inc President Ramesh “Sunny” Balwani was sentenced to 12 years and 11 months in prison on charges of defrauding investors and patients of the blood testing startup led by Elizabeth Holmes.

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PM urges leaders to make winter session of Parliament productive

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged the members to allow both Houses of Parliament function smoothly to ensure a productive session.

Addressing mediapersons on the first day of the Winter session, Modi said that due to continuous disruptions, new MPs often complain that they don’t get an opportunity to participate in the proceedings. He requested members to ensure that first time lawmakers get maximum opportunities to air their views “in this university of democracy”. The Prime Minister said that it

Millets, a food choice for the future, says PM

would also be Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s first session as chairman of Rajya Sabha.

Prime Minister Modi extended his

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good wishes to the Vice-President on the occasion.

The Winter session commenced at a time when India has got the presidency of G20 and added that it’s a big opportunity to showcase India’s abilities and aspirations at the global level. Modi expressed hope that the proceedings of both the Houses of Parliament will also reflect the “spirit of inclusivity and possibilities”.

Considering the current international scenario, the government will try take several key decisions in Parliament, the Prime Minister said, while appealing to floor managers and leaders of all parties to ensure smooth functioning of the session.

Trivandrum: Adani seaport protest called off

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Modi on Tuesday said a once-in-a-century pandemic followed by a conflict situation has shown that food security is still a concern for the planet. In his message to the opening ceremony of the ‘International Year of Millets 2023’, organised at the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, Italy, Modi said, “Millets have a glorious history of being among the earliest crops grown by humans. They have been an important food source in the past. But the need of the hour is to make them a food choice for the future.”

New Delhi, Dec 7 (IANS) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday won the prestigious battle for the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), ending the 15 year-rule of the BJP. After winning 126 wards, the AAP is leading on eight seats while BJP is stuck on 97 as the counting is underway in 42 centres.

A total of 126 seats is needed for a majority in the House of 250. The BJP is leading in six wards, as per official trends. Congress won seven wards and is leading in three others while three independent candidates have also managed to win.

Counting for the 250 wards of the civic agency began at 8 a.m. on Wednesday amid tight security arrangements at 42 centres. There are a total of 1,349 candidates in the fray. This was the first election after the MCD was reunified earlier this year. The polls had witnessed a voter turnout of only 50.48 per cent, just over 73 lakh people from the total of 1.45 crore eligible voters.

Fisherfolk and the Latin Archdiocese of Trivandrum on Tuesday called off the 138-day-old agitation against the Vizhinjam seaport being constructed by the Adani group following a discussion with Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

The Vizhinjam Samara Samithi (protest committee), comprising leaders of the Church and the fisherfolk, took the decision to end the agitation after a series of meetings with the chief secretary and a specially appointed cabinet subcommittee before a discussion with the chief minister.

Vicar-general of the archdiocese Eugine H. Pereira, who led the discussions with the government, told reporters that the protest had been called off on assurances to meet most of the demands put forth to the state government. However, the government has categorically ruled out stopping the construction of the seaport.

Amazon Plans To Sack 20,000 Employees After Over-Hiring During Pandemic: Report

In the coming months, Amazon may lay off around 20,000 employees, including corporate executives, reported ComputerWorld.

The tech giant, which employs more than 1.6 million globally, will likely show the door to staff from various departments. These include distribution workers, corporate executives, and technology staff.

The report added that the layoff would impact employees at all levels in the company, quoting anonymous sources familiar with the matter.

Last month, the New York Times reported that Amazon was planning to

Amazon has told its managers in the past few days that they should spot performance-related issues among the employees.

technology company’s history. However, now the report states that the number of laid-off employees could be doubled. Amazon has told its managers in the past few days that they should spot performance-related issues among the employees.

According to sources, corporate employees who will be sacked will receive a 24hour notice and severance pay per the company’s contracts.

One source, who was directly informed about the imminent layoff, said that fear had gripped employees since they learned about the job cuts.

The source added that Amazon is targeting a specific department or location for the layoff and that the move might affect

employees across the business.

The sacking will be carried out as Amazon over-hired during the pandemic and is now implementing cost-cutting measures. In October, Amazon forecasted a slowed-down sales growth for this year’s holiday season, which usually records the highest sales. The company had attributed this slowdown to consumers and businesses having less money to spend amid rising prices.

Following this, it was reported that the e-commerce giant cautioned its employees in some unprofitable units to begin looking for opportunities within the company.

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Lalu kidney transplant successful: Tejashwi

Gujarat Police detain TMC’s Saket Gokhale over ‘fake news’ tweet

The Gujarat Police have detained Trinamool Congress’s national spokesperson Saket Gokhale over a tweet endorsing an alleged fake news about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Morbi after a bridge collapse incident there, an official said on Tuesday.

Gokhale was apprehended from Jaipur in Rajasthan during the early hours by officials of the Ahmedabad Cyber Crime Cell, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP), Cyber Crime, Jitendra Yadav said.

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad underwent a successful kidney transplant at a hospital in Singapore, his son and Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav announced on Twitter on Monday.

“Papa was shifted from the operation theatre to the ICU after a successful kidney transplant operation. The donor, elder sister Rohini Acharya, and the RJD president, both are healthy. Thanks to prayers and good wishes of you all,” Tejashwi tweeted in Hindi in the afternoon.

Tejashwi also posted a video that showed Lalu being wheeled out on a bed from the operation theatre to the ICU of Mount Elizabeth Hospital. Tejashwi, his mother and former chief minister Rabri Devi, eldest sister and Rajya Sabha member Misa Bharti were present at the hospital during the surgery. RJD national general secretary and Lalu’s Man Friday Bhola Yadav was also there. They met Lalu after he regained consciousness. Misa posted a video in which Lalu is seen waving from the hospital bed. “It was a very comforting moment for us when we got permission to meet papa (Lalu) in the ICU for some time. He waved his hand to accept the good wishes of all of you (the public) and express gratitude,” Misa tweeted along with the video.

“Based on a complaint we received from a citizen, an FIR has been lodged against Gokhale for spreading fake news about the PM’s visit to Morbi. We detained him from Jaipur today morning and he is being brought here for further legal process,” Yadav said, adding a formal arrest will be made after a COVID-19 test. The FIR was registered under

Indian Penal Code Sections 465, 469, 471 (all pertaining to forgery) and 501 (printing or engraving matter known to be defamatory), police said.

Gokhale, 35, the spokesperson of the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC, underwent a heart surgery recently and was on a private visit to Jaipur, sources said. He recently tweeted a news clipping

“Europe’s Choices”: S Jaishankar Slams Double Standards Over Russian Oil

Europe can’t make choices to prioritise its energy needs while asking India to do something else, noted S Jaishankar.

New Delhi: India on Monday stoutly defended its import of crude oil from Russia amid the Ukraine conflict with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar asserting that New Delhi’s procurement was just one-sixth of the European purchase in the last nine months, in comments that came as a G7 price cap on Russian crude at $60 a barrel came into effect.

At a media briefing after holding wide-

‘’If You (India) Benefit From Our Suffering...”: Ukraine Minister’s Message

it would be good to see more of your help addressed to us,” Mr Kuleba said.

According to Mr Kuleba, India’s decision to import cheap Russian oil needs to be seen through the prism of human suffering in Ukraine.

The Ukrainian Foreign Minister also said that India, specifically Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has a key role to play in helping to end the war.

ranging talks with visiting German foreign minister Annalena Baerbock, Mr Jaishankar also noted that Europe can’t make choices to prioritise its energy needs while asking New Delhi to do something else, asserting that discussions between India and Russia to expand the trade basket started much before beginning of the Ukraine conflict. The two foreign ministers also inked a bilateral mobility pact that will make it easier for people to study and work in each other’s country even as the two sides vowed to ramp up cooperation in areas of defence and security, trade, climate change and clean energy.

which apparently appeared to have been published in a leading Gujarati newspaper.

The news clipping claimed a query under the Right to Information (RTI) revealed the Gujarat government had spent Rs 30 crore on PM Modi’s visit to Morbi after a bridge collapsed there in October.

Prioritise countering terror financing: Doval

NSA Ajit Doval on Tuesday strongly pitched for giving greater priority by countries of the region to counter terror financing, saying monetary resources are the “lifeblood” of terrorism. In an address at the inaugural India-Central Asia meeting of national security advisors, Doval also said that all UN member states should refrain from providing any form of support to entities or persons involved in terrorist acts and fulfil the obligations enshrined in relevant counter-terror conventions.

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New Delhi: Ukraine’s Foreign Minister has hit out at India over imports of cheap Russian oil, referring to it as being ‘’morally inappropriate.’’

‘’The opportunity for India to buy Russian oil at a cheap price comes from the fact that Ukrainians are suffering from Russian aggression and dying every day,’’ said Dmytro Kuleba in an exclusive conversation with NDTV.

‘’If you benefit because of our suffering,

‘’India is a very important player in the global arena and the Prime Minister of India, with his voice, can make a change.’’

At the same time, New Delhi, he believes, needs to be direct in referring to the situation in Ukraine.

‘’We are waiting for the moment when Indian foreign policy will call spade a spade, and name the conflict - not ‘war in Ukraine’, but what it is, a ‘Russian aggression against Ukraine’,” he said.

Several Opposition parties on Monday sought to drive home the fact that G20 presidency was rotational and not the first time India had hosted an international conference of this scale, amid efforts by the ruling ecosystem to showcase it as a big achievement of the Modi government.

This fact-check was provided to the government in person by Opposition

leaders during the all-party meeting convened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to brief the country’s political class about the presidency and the meetings that have been scheduled in the run-up to the summit next September. Since many of these meetings will be held in states — as is the first Sherpa meeting of India’s presidency currently on in Udaipur — the Prime Minister sought the support of all state governments in ensuring their smooth conduct and success.

In his intervention, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge referred to the NonAligned Movement Summit held in New Delhi in 1983 in which over 100 countries participated and the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting a year later which saw participation from 40 countries.

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World Cup 2022: England believe they can win tournament - Harry Maguire

England “really believe” they can win the World Cup, unlike in 2018, says centre-back Harry Maguire.

Gareth Southgate’s side reached the semi-finals in Russia four years ago and face world champions France in the last eight on Qatar on Saturday.

Victory would see them then take on Portugal or Morocco for a place in a first World Cup final since 1966.

After reaching the Euro 2020 final, Maguire says there has been a positive shift in the team’s mindset.

“I think that’s the one thing I’d say that’s a lot different from the 2018 squad to this squad - I think we really believe that it is possible,” said the Manchester United captain.

“I played in 2018 and we got to the semi-

final and I think a lot of the lads were happy. You were happy to be part of the semi-final.

“You know that whatever happened in that semi-final that you’d go home and be classed as a hero and everyone would be patting you on the back.

“I think now there’s a belief that we’ve got to win this tournament. It is a good

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change in the mentality. “Of course, we know how tough it is going to be. I think there are probably five or six teams with the same belief.

“But in 2018, we probably weren’t one of those teams that had that belief. Now there’s five or six who have that belief and we’re one of them.”

Maguire, 29, has started every England game at the World Cup so far despite struggling for game time and form this season at club level.

His performances in Qatar have repaid the faith put in him by manager Southgate but Maguire says his selfconfidence has never wavered.

“I don’t read too much if I’m being honest,” he said. “You pick up bits and bobs and maybe my family read things more than me. I tell them to stay off , but maybe they don’t because it’s a habit for most people these days.

Renowned American coach Bollettieri dies aged 91

Surprise package Ramos notches hat-trick as Portugal rout Switzerland 6-1, reach quarters

Olympic medallist, Mirabai Chanu lifts a total of 200kg (87kg snatch + 113kg clean & jerk), 2kg more than Olympic champ from China Hou Zhihua (198kg) and 6kg behind another Chinese, Jiang Huihua (206kg: 93+113) who won the gold medal.

Mirabai started slowly with an 85kg lift in snatch, and even failed in her second attempt at 87kg before clearing her third with the same weight. She was fifth after the third attempt. She failed on her first attempt at the clean and jerk but powered through to lift 111kg in her second attempt. This immediately lifted her into the medal positions.

Women’s cricket: Player power leads to Powar ouster

Nick Bollettieri, the larger-than-life coach whose famed Florida tennis academy changed the face of the game by producing some of its greatest players, has died at the age of 91, with ex-student Tommy Haas leading tributes to the “one of a kind” American. The son of Italian immigrant parents, Bollettieri served in the United States army and dropped out of law school to become a coach, shaping the careers of top names including Andre Agassi, Serena and Venus Williams, Monica Seles and Maria Sharapova.

A pioneering mentor who coached 10 world number ones, he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2014.

India turned down visas of Pak blind cricket team for ongoing T20 WC

“This unfortunate incident has left the Pakistan blind cricket team in the lurch,” the council said, pointing out that the country had been runners-up in 2012 and 2017, the report said.

Doha: (IANS) A hat-trick from Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos helped Portugal to coast to an emphatic 6-1 win over Switzerland and set up a quarter-final clash with dark horses Morocco.

On Tuesday at Lusail Stadium in Qatar, the 21-year-old striker, who replaced Cristiano Ronaldo in the starting lineup, scored three decisive goals in the 17th, 51st and 67th minute to notch the first hat-trick of the tournament and to live up to the faith reposed by Portugal coach Fernando Santos. Switzerland pulled one back in the 58th minute with Manuel Akanji scoring a consolation goal.

Thereafter, Portugal brought in Ronaldo in the 73rd minute as a substitute much to the roar of the crowd but he could not add his name on the scorers list, instead it was Rafael Leao, who added a sixth one in the injury stoppage time to complete a resounding win

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The Board shifted Powar to the National Cricket Academy to work as a spin-bowling coach with the men’s set up headed by VVS Laxman.

The board has not named any new head coach for the women’s team. Instead, former India cricketer Hrishikesh Kanitkar, who has been a batting consultant at the NCA, has been elevated to the senior women’s team as batting coach and will oversee operations. BCCI didn’t mention any reasons for the reshuffle, the timing raised eyebrows as the ICC women’s T20 World Cup is just two months away

Islamabad: (IANS) India has reportedly turned down the visas of Pakistan blind cricket team for the ongoing T20 World Cup on “political grounds”, according to a media report.

In a statement, the Pakistan Blind Cricket Council (PBCC) said India has denied the team visas for the tournament, which is taking place in the neighbouring country from December 5 to 17, Dawn reported.

In the statement issued on Tuesday, the PBCC highlighted that Pakistan had beaten current T20 world champion India five times in a row during two trination competitions in 2021 and 2022, winning both the events.

“It was highly likely that Pakistan and India would have locked horns in the final of [the] ongoing World Cup, and considering the current form of [the] Green Shirts, Pakistan had high chances to win the World Cup,” the statement said. The PBCC went on to say that as per the information available, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs had denied the players clearance on “political grounds”.

Lausanne,: (IANS) The International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Tuesday discussed and gave final touches to the delivery model for the Paris 2024 Olympic boxing competition and Olympic qualifiers, opening up an increased number of qualification opportunities in comparison to Tokyo 2020.

The Executive Board of the IOC discussed the Olympic qualification system for boxing for 2024 designed by the IOC in close collaboration with boxing experts. The EB on Tuesday decided that the two extra qualification events will be held after the completion of regional competitions to give boxers another clinch to bag quota places.

The “Paris 2024 Boxing Event Regulations” for the qualification tournaments and the Olympic Games are due to be published as early as possible in 2023, the IOC said in a statement on Tuesday.

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Portugal’s Goncalo Ramos, second from right, celebrates with teammates after scoring his his side’s fifth goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Portugal and Switzerland, at the Lusail Stadium in Lusail, Qatar, Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez)

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Neena stepped out wearing the white cotton Chanderi sari featuring a black border, which was paired with the ‘Arm Warmer Blouse’ by the designer. Styled by Aakruti Sejpal, she accessorised this look with a broad silver choker, matching studs and a ring.

Aries

Ganesha says that this week you can go on a long journey. There can be a disturbance in family life due to which your mind will also be somewhat unhappy. Father’s health may worry you. Although you will remain dominant in the work area, you should not try to get entangled with anyone without any reason.

Taurus

Ganesha says that this week you can get good benefits from the business partnership and for what reason you can also go on a long journey in connection with work. There will be a situation of ups and downs in luck, due to which your work can get spoiled in the making. Family life will be happy like this.

Gemini

Ganesha says that this week you may remain mentally disturbed and your health may also remain weak. You will be able to get people to work through your speech, but your relationship with your in-laws may deteriorate, so pay full attention to this. Eating more spicy food can cause health problems.

Cancer

Ganesha says that this week many thoughts will come into your mind and due to this you may have difficulty in taking decisions. Therefore, it will be necessary that you postpone any important decision of yours this week. Because the decisions taken this week will not prove to be more beneficial.

Deepika Padukone is hands down ‘The Queen of the Baggy Trend’ as she shows us how to rock oversized outfits in style. For all of you who’ve been wanting to look effortlessly stylish while having fun, Deepika brings out her wardrobe staples in her third and latest collaboration with the OG denim brand – Levi’s.

The brand’s third collab with Deepika takes a page from her signature casual and edgy flair that sits perfectly with the brand’s authentic style statement. The prominent 90s vibes are beautifully matched with the stylish and relaxed streetwear which tips up the glam quotient while embracing the easy and contemporary theme.

Namjoon. He’s a Grammy-nominated artist, fondly called RM, who is acclaimed for his rapping and songwriting skills. But those who go beyond the platitudes and follow their favourites on Instagram and deep dive in to their lives, more accurately described as stalking, will know that Namjoon is also an ardent art and literature lover.

When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi

When Breath Becomes Air, a unique autobiographical work by US neurosurgeon Paul Kalanithi, a terminally ill physician-turnedpatient who passed away at age 36, has received a lot of praise and favourable reviews. This has an air of haste and inevitability to it, in comparison to other works of the same genre, which lean towards relaxed reminiscences and extended contemplating. After learning that he had terminal cancer, Kalanithi’s “capacity to make lunch plans had been shot to hell,” and he discusses with readers his thoughts on life and death, on being a doctor and then a patient, and on leading a meaningful existence.

may change your job and join a better new job. There will be a tremendous increase in income, but on the other hand, the expenses will also continue to increase.

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2nd December to 8th December 2022

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Leo

Ganesha says that whatever you decide this week, you will accept it only after completing it. Confidence and determination will increase in you, but there will also be an increase in some other ego, which can have an impact on your relationship.

Virgo

Ganesha says that this week will be good for you, although you will also spend on long-distance travel or other work. Will be happy in your mind and affinity will increase in your speech due to which people will be attracted towards you.

Libra

Ganesha says that this week you will have to try to keep peace in both your work area and family life. Take care of your parents’ health and try to maintain good relations with them. There will be a situation of ups and downs in the workplace, although your colleagues will strongly support you. On the other

hand, you will also get the cooperation of senior officers.

Scorpio

Ganesha says that this week you will be under stress due to unnecessary worries and may take some wrong decisions due to which you may have to face problems later, so do any work after thinking carefully. There will be a possibility of going on a short trip at the end of the week.

Sagittarius

Ganesha says that due to the excess of expenses this week, you will have to pay attention to your finances, otherwise, the lack of money can bother you. Health will be good, although in between you may get worried or worried about something.

Capricorn

Ganesha says that your family will be your first priority this week. You will spend more time on family issues. Your status will also increase in the field of work and it is also possible that you

Ganesha says that this week more work will be required in the workplace. There will be peace and happiness in family life and the mother will get happy. But on the other hand father’s health can become a cause of concern so pay attention to him. Time will give mixed results for children and they will have to focus on their health.

Pisces

Ganesha says that this week you can plan to go on a long journey and after putting in a lot of effort you will get good results. In the workplace, you will have to keep working hard and maintain harmony with your seniors, otherwise, the situation may go against you. Don’t have any kind of quarrel with siblings

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Mid-week monochrome outfit here with a chic fitted top and boot-cut jeans combo. Styling it with a matching handbag and a pair of sexy heeled boots is a perfect recipe to look like a treat. Just let your hair down and voila… you have a perfect ‘dinner with the girls’ look for the gram.

Why Nachni (ragi) rotis are good for weight loss and managing diabetes

Often the healthiest food happens to be the one we grow up with. And so it is with ragi or finger millet, which has been cultivated since 4,000 years in the southern states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Bihar up north and Maharashtra in the west. It is a sturdy crop and stays pest-free after harvesting. So it doesn’t need chemical fertilisers and pesticides, making it a safe food. It is also a cost-effective source of protein, iron, calcium and fibre and a rare source of amino acid. And although Bollywood actress Kiara Advani may have just popularised it, saying she has ragi rotis, popularly called nachni rotis, for lunch, it is the most body-friendly gift that nature has given us.

High in nutrients

Finger millet is commonly known as ragi. It is an extraordinary source of calcium (350 mg %) and potassium (410 mg % ). It is known to have several potential health benefits, some of which are attributed to its polyphenol contents. It has a carbohydrate content of 70 %, protein 8 %, crude fibre 3.4 % and mineral 2.7% that is comparable to other cereals and millets. Its crude fibre and mineral contents are markedly higher than those of wheat (1.2% fibre, 1.5% minerals) and rice (0.2% fibre, 0.6% minerals); its protein is relatively better balanced; it contains more lysine, threonine and valine than other millets. The chemical score (percentage of the most limiting amino acid compared to a standard protein like egg protein) of finger millet is about 50 which is relatively better than other millets, jowar and pearl millet.

Though low in fat content (1.3%), it is high in PUFA (polyunsaturated fatty

acids). The lower fat content could be one of the contributing factors for the extremely good shelf life of finger millet.

Good for diabetes

Research shows that ragi is a fine choice for people living with diabetes, as it is higher in fibre, minerals and amino acids than white rice. Plus, emerging research shows it may improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels. However, processed finger millet needs to be avoided. This is why. The mean value of Glycemic index [GI] of upma made from decorticated or processed finger millet (husk is removed from the grain) is high at 87, similar to the GI of white polished rice.

Ideal for weight loss

Ragi is gluten-free, so the sugar load is far less. Being rich in fibre, it takes more

time to get digested in the stomach. As a result, it keeps you fuller for a longer time. This stops the urge to consume more food, thus reducing excess calorie consumption eventually.

Best for heart health

Whole grains like finger millet are connected to lower risk of heart disease. Finger millet is full of dietary fibre, which helps control the “bad” cholesterol that can accelerate plaque build-up or atherosclerosis.

Improves gut health

The fibre in ragi can also help support your digestive health. Insoluble dietary fibre is “prebiotic,” meaning it helps support the good bacteria in your gut. Eating prebiotics like the fibre in millet can support gut health by keeping your digestive flora healthy. This, too, aids weight management.

Cut calories by 10%, take fruit & veggies to 5-7 servings: How to delay ageing because of diabetes

Okinawans eat fewer calories (much comes from sweet potatoes) and have plenty of vegetables, including bitter melon. They eat seaweed and spices, including turmeric, like in India. Interestingly, the diet contains 10 parts carbohydrates and one part protein (Okinawan ratio), unlike most of the currently trending diets.

It is reasonable to state that Indians have worse metabolism compared to many other races. Our bodies harbour inflammation (“fire within”) which corrodes the liver, arteries and kidneys. Ageing molecules are activated, which lead to the withering of organs, including the brain. Within these ageing molecules reside rogue ones, which start cancer. One or multiple diseases emerge, which further cut down life years. Diabetes is one of the most important diseases, which can decrease life. Our recent research shows that even prediabetes decreases lifespan.

How can we delay ageing?

What can we do to avoid deterioration of our cells? If we cannot entirely avoid atmospheric pollution, we should at least quit smoking, including the

company of smokers. We should eat lesser calories by about 10 per cent (that is what the Okinawa population eats). Green vegetables and fruits intake should increase to five-seven servings daily. Foods should be rich in polyphenols (berries, nuts, flaxseeds etc) and carotenoids (avocado, spinach, yellow-fleshed vegetables etc). Tree nuts, fish and Omega-3 fatty acids may help. Weight must be maintained at low normal (“lean”) with little gain over the years as age progresses. Muscles must be made strong by working on resistance exercises (with weights and elastic bands). Activity must be maintained throughout the day and not in short

bursts.

An interesting question is often asked, “If I settle in Okinawa at the age of 45, would I have a longer lifespan?” Not likely. Pure seeds (good lifestyle) to nurture cells must be sown in childhood and the legacy will be a good and long life. Another caveat is that all lifestyle measures that are so suitable to Okinawa residents may be unsuitable to us. Unlike Okinawans, who have high carbohydrate meals, Indian bodies will respond better with low carbohydrate, high protein foods. Tailoring food and exercise to different races and environment must be taken into account. What are the parameters which ensure good metabolic health and longevity?

Fasting blood sugar below 100 mg/dL, BP below 130/80 mmHg, cholesterol below 150 mg/dl, body mass index below 23, waist circumference below 80 and 90 cms in women and men, respectively, and normal-sized liver. Above all, the most important parameter is the fitness of the individual, which is measured only in laboratories. It is the sum total of nutrition, exercise, weight and robust functions of lungs and heart.

Does muscle turn into fat if I skip my exercise routine?

Why do you lose the toned look so easily?

That’s because it is a cosmetic manifestation of your workouts. And when you stop doing that, either because of a change in lifestyle or work routine, or a physical condition or illness, your body composition begins to change. With little physical activity and prompting from exercise, your muscles will shrink and lose their ability to convert fat that much rapidly. And with less calories being burnt, fat cells will start to take over. This process is usually hastened by the fact that you do not adjust your calorie intake to a more inactive lifestyle but keep eating the same as before or even more without the discipline of routine. The excess calorie load easily gets converted to body fat. A gym routine keeps your metabolism intact and once that slows down, your calorie burns are also slowing down. Then there is sugar, which gets easily absorbed by muscles and other tissues in a person practising regular exercise. When you stop, any extra sugar in the blood will add to the caloric load.

So what do you do to keep your muscle mass even when a certain situation in life makes it impossible for you to resume as active a regime? The good part is muscles have memory and can be retrained as borne out by many studies. But they have to be built up slowly and steadily. Begin with walking, pushing up the time from 15 minutes, to 30 minutes, 45 minutes, then an hour. Then maybe move to jogging and running, depending on your individual capacity. Then once the body is primed and at ease with the daily rhythm, you can move to moderate exercises.

The first rule of internalising an exercise regime is to ensure that it doesn’t seem like an extreme external imposition but something that you like and goes with the flow of your own life. There should be a feel-good air about your routines. Most recommendations by experts say that 30 minutes of a walk and moderate exercise are good enough to keep your body well-oiled. Try to factor this half-hour early morning because you will find many reasons to procrastinate later in the day. Let’s say you find it hard to get 30 minutes at a stretch, then, for regularity’s sake, try out 15-minute sets to get your energy going and burning calories.

Research shows that ragi is a fine choice for people living with diabetes, as it is higher in fibre, minerals and amino acids than white rice, says Dr David Chandy, Consultant, Endocrinology, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai