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ISKCON) on Thursday expressed solidarity with priest Chinmoy Krishna Das, who was arrested on charges of sedition for allegedly raising a flag on a stand displaying Bangladesh's national flag. In a post on X, ISKCON, Inc. stated, «ISKCON, Inc. stands with Chinmoy Krishna Das. Our prayers to Lord Krishna for the protection of all these devotees.»

The owner of an oil field in Los Angeles County is suing the state of California over a law that will require it to stop production and plug its wells or face costly fines

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real estate industry is experiencing a profound transformation, led by the rise of prop-tech, a technological revolution set to redefine how properties are developed, managed, and purchased. In an insightful conversation with Vandana Ramnani, Editor - Real Estate at HT Digital, Boman Irani, President - CREDAI, and Chairman and Managing Director - Rustomjee Group, shared his thoughts on how proptech is not only enhancing efficiency but also addressing the complexities of land acquisition, redevelopment, and regulatory processes.

Canada’s biggest credit union outside of Quebec, Vancity, has historically marketed itself as being “Main Street, not Wall Street” — member-owned, values-led and locally focused.

There’s no easy way to bridge the political divides that have created rifts in communities, families and friendships

Our winners were honoured at a special ceremony in London on 27 November, hosted by comedian Lucy Porter. This year's charity for the evening was The Girls' Network, which works to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and a network of professional role models who are women. Now in their eighth year, the Women in Investment Awards continue to have a vital role to play in helping accelerate the pace of change towards a more diverse and inclusive investment industry. They recognise women who are supporting others and are havi...

A Vermont family who lost their home, cars, barn and most of their possessions in flooding in July will be getting a new start thanks to scores of donations to an online fundraising effort

Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS), an Indian-American organisation, has urged US leaders to address the rising violence against minorities in Bangladesh. In letters sent separately to President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, FIIDS raised concerns about the safety of minorities, particularly Hindus, in the country. Khanderao Kand, FIIDS President, in his letter to Donald Trump, wrote, «Bangladesh is rapidly descending into a radicalised Islamic state, all under the watch of the US, the State Department, and the UN who must act now to restore democracy and protect minorities. I request not only President Biden but would urge President Trump and his transition team to give priority to restoration of peace and protect minorities in Bangladesh.» In another letter addressed to President Biden, Kand emphasised the importance of protecting vulnerable populations for Bangladesh's democratic progress. He stated, «Bangladesh's progress as a democratic and inclusive society depends on safeguarding the rights of all its citizens, including its most vulnerable populations. We trust that your leadership will champion these values and help restore hope for those who continue to face oppression and displacement.»

Global K-pop phenomenon BTS is no stranger to the spotlight, often finding itself embroiled in controversies involving its members. Most recently, member Suga has become the subject of online buzz. Previously linked to legal issues surrounding a drunk driving case, Suga is now facing renewed attention over alleged conflicts with neighbors at one of his former residences. A report by Biz Hankook sheds light on Suga’s move from his luxurious UN Village villa, which followed his departure from another property in 2021. The report states that Suga initially purchased a residence in Hannam Riverhill in 2018 for? 3.40 billion KRW. However, just three years later, in November 2021, he vacated the property, reportedly due to disagreements with other residents in the community.

The bill that would make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram liable for fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars ($33 million) for systemic failures to prevent young children from holding accounts. It is likely to be passed by the Senate on Thursday, the Parliament's final session for the year and potentially the last before elections, which are due within months.

The company's first residential project, 'Kalyani LivingTree,' exemplifies its commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Kalyani LivingTree is focused on sustainability, innovation, and quality and is only the beginning of this exciting new chapter. Kalyani Developers' entry into the residential sector marks a significant milestone in the company's growth journey.

The Australian Senate is debating a ban on children younger than 16 from social media after the House of Representatives overwhelmingly supported the age restriction

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Two neighbors of a Kentucky plant that was the site of a massive explosion are suing the company

ISKCON Bangladesh has issued a statement denouncing the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das and called upon the government authorities to promote peaceful coexistence. ISKCON Bangladesh also issued a list of demands to the government for subsequent violence and attacks against Sanatanis in various regions of Bangladesh. ISKCON Bangladesh made note of the above points and more matters in a statement issued, regarding the current situation in Bangladesh and the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das. «We express our serious concern and strongly denounce the recent arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, spokesperson for the „Bangladesh Sammilito SanatJagaran Jot“. We also condemn the subsequent violence and attacks against Sanatanis in various regions of Bangladesh. We urge the government authorities, to promote peaceful coexistence for the Sanatani community», the statement said.

Notorious killer and rapist Paul Bernardo has been denied parole for a third time after the families of his victims made an emotional plea to the Parole Board of Canada on Tuesday to keep him behind bars.

Meghan Markle, who is professionally separated from Prince Harry, issues a statement after her one Thanksgiving appearance. According to reports, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are now going through a professional separation, with their working relationship in a very bad state. Indeed, the forty-year-old Harry and the forty-year-old Suits veteran have been observed attending events on their own in recent months. The Sussexes' Archewell Foundation recently sponsored Markle's small luncheon for the Southern California Welcome Project. Nonetheless, her spouse did not attend the event. Following the Thanksgiving event, the former actress released a statement on the Archewell website, in which she discussed the heartfelt dinner she hosted for Afghan women with their partner organisation, Mina's List, as quoted in a report by The New York Post.

Nithin Kamath has proposed a novel idea: linking air and water quality to property rates. Such a correlation-and how this approach could extend the sense of ownership beyond individual properties to neighbourhoods-would actually nudge homeowners and communities to prioritise clean air policies and act against pollution. The Zerodha CEO shared data highlighting the impact of air pollution on public health, also pointing out that while Delhi garners most attention, poor air quality plagues many cities. Kamath's proposal draws inspiration from a long-standing argument made by many economists and environmentalists: to make people value nature and protect it, they must pay for the services it provides, and a nation's progress must account for its natural capital base.

Berlin's more than 100 Christmas markets are opening across the city this week, and organizers are taking an increasingly diverse approach

Bangladesh's port city of Chittagong gathered in the court premises on Tuesday, demanding the release of Hindu priest Chinmoy Brahmachari. The protesters blocked the prison car after a court rejected his bail plea and ordered his arrest. «Thousands of followers lied down to block the prison car,» a local reporter told over the phone.