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Christopher Luxon was sworn in as New Zealand's prime minister on Monday and said his top priority was to improve the economy. The 53-year-old former businessman leads a conservative coalition after his National Party struck a deal Friday with two smaller parties following a general election last month. After the swearing-in ceremony, which was presided over by Governor-General Cindy Kiro, Luxon told reporters the job was an «awesome responsibility.» He said he would hold his first Cabinet meeting Tuesday and look to quickly finalize a 100-day plan. He said he also planned a visit to Australia before Christmas Day. Luxon said he needed to get a Treasury briefing on the state of the government's finances. «We are concerned and worried that it's been a deteriorating picture for a number of months now,» Luxon said. Under the coalition agreement, Luxon has promised to deliver tax cuts and train 500 more police officers within two years.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Sunday defended his fresh pitch for special category status, stressing that in addition to own expenses, states were saddled with a sizeable share of cost of central schemes. Kumar said this at 'Bhim Sansad' here, a public meeting organised by the JD(U) on the occasion of Constitution Day, in the honour of Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar.

Oscar Pistorius pulled the trigger four times on his 9mm pistol, firing into the head and body of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp as she stood inside a locked toilet cubicle in his home, the vital question has still never been answered: Did the world-famous Olympic runner know he was shooting at and killing his girlfriend that Valentine's Day in 2013? Pistorius has always claimed that he didn't, that he mistook her for an intruder in his home. Steenkamp's family believes he intended to shoot the 29-year-old model and law graduate after becoming enraged in a nighttime argument. Only Pistorius really knows for sure what he did, and he may be the only person who ever will. The lasting twist of Pistorius' case, which shocked and riveted millions and was back in the spotlight Friday when he was granted parole, is that even his conviction for murder didn't provide an answer to the lingering question. Pistorius' parole comes 10 years after the killing.

Gold Price Today, Gold Price Outlook, Gold Price Forecast: MCX gold prices are trading higher on Friday, while Silver rates traded flat. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold December futures were trading at Rs 61,150 per gram, up Rs 78 or 0.13%. Silver December futures are trading flat at Rs 72,900 per kg, up merely Rs 2 on the MCX.

Syedna Mufaddal Saifuddin, head of the Mumbai-based Dawoodi Bohra sect of Islam, will be conferred 'Nishan-e-Pakistan', making him the fourth Indian to be honoured with Pakistan's highest civilian award. The announcement of the award comes as an acknowledgement of Dr Saiduddin's services, according to a statement by Pakistan President Arif Alvi, who approved the conferment on Wednesday. The date for the investiture ceremony was, however, not made public.

World Children's Day, Israel shared pictures of children held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, stressing that there are more than 30 children, including babies and toddlers. They further urged the international community to take action to bring them home. «While your children are at school, there are currently more than 30 Israeli babies, toddlers and children being held hostage in Gaza by Hamas terrorists.

Children’s Day' on November 20 serves as a way to promote children's welfare and international togetherness across the world. Also Read: From PPF to Real Estate, 8 Investment options you can choose from, for your child To mark the celebration of the day, iconic structures like Rashtrapati Bhawan were lit up in blue in India and across the world on Sunday. The day is dedicated to the children and is aimed at spreading awareness around children rights and improving their welfare.

Also Read: Google Doodle celebrates Czech Republic Freedom and Democracy Day 2023. All you need to know The most significant parade in Riga draws a large crowd, with thousands of spectators cheering for military personnel and marching bands as they proceed.

Independence Day with parades, concerts, fireworks, and flag-raising ceremonies. They are traditionally dressed in long-sleeved dresses called kaftans and decorated robes with pointed hoods called djellabas. They are also waving the national flag, which is represented in today's artwork in red and green colors.

Google Doodle on November 18 marks Oman's National Day, honouring the oldest independent state in the Arab world. The doodle symbolizes the country's liberation from Portuguese forces on this day in 1650, ending almost 150 years of colonization. The festivities begin with students singing Oman's national anthem, "as-Salâm as-Solṭâni," fostering national pride.

 FOX Business host Charles Payne wishes viewers a happy Thanksgiving on 'Making Money.'

Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to India's first PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary which is celebrated as Children's Day or Bal Diwas across the country every year. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi wrote, “Tributes to our first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru Ji on his birth anniversary." Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also paid tribute to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru today, saying that is a thought of "freedom, progress, and justice." "Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is a thought--of freedom, progress, and justice. Mother India today needs these values of 'Jawahar of Hind', like an ideology, in every heart," Rahul Gandhi posted on the microblogging site.

Children's Day, celebrated annually on November 14th, is a special day dedicated to the well-being of children. In India, this day holds great significance as it coincides with the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the country's first Prime Minister.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on Tuesday, saying that Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is a thought of «freedom, progress, and justice.» «Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru is a thought--of freedom, progress, and justice. Mother India today needs these values of 'Jawahar of Hind', like an ideology, in every heart,» Rahul Gandhi posted on X (formerly Twitter).

financial planning for life's milestones through this heart-warming narrative. Encouraging the audience to embark on a journey of financial security, the campaign introduces the hashtag #ZindagiKeLiyeSIP. This hashtag reflects the campaign's core message of using SIPs as a tool to invest not just in financial goals but also in the well-being and future of loved ones.

childhood. Every year, Children’s Day is observed on November 14 across India. This day also coincides with the birth anniversary of Pandit. Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister. Nehru was often fondly referred to, as ‘Chacha Nehru’. He was known for his love of kids and his efforts to further the cause of child rights as well as nurture and support children and young adults. He launched the Children’s Film Society in 1955 to promote entertainment geared towards kids.

Children's Day in the country. Nehru was a strong advocate for children's education and rights. He believed in an inclusive education system and that a nation could only prosper.

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Shoppers in China have been tightening their purse strings, raising questions over how faltering consumer confidence may affect the annual Singles’ Day online retail extravaganza

fire at a shisha bar and restaurant in Bengaluru prompted the chef to jump off the building. This was captured in a horrific video; the chef remains in a coma. The building had not been inspected by the fire and emergency services department because it has no mandate to inspect buildings under 21 metres.

By Gabriella Borter