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The announcement was made in a post on X by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations, which read: «India has been re-elected to the UN Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) for 2025-2026. As a founding member and major contributor to @UNPeacekeeping, India is committed to continuing its engagement with the PBC to work towards global peace and stability.» https://x.com/IndiaUNNewYork/status/1862166374790864988

Vishva Hindu Parishad has announced a two-day nationwide protest against the «atrocities» on religious minorities in Bangladesh starting Friday. The VHP and the Bajrang Dal, along with all sects and segments of the Hindu society and those who believe in humanity, will take part in this protest to save the minorities and their human rights, VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal said in a statement. Bansal said the neighbouring country was «playing in the hands of Islamic jihadist elements». He said the protest against the «repeated atrocities» against minorities in Bangladesh is scheduled for today and tomorrow, he said.

1 Common forms of diabetes related heart risks: The commonest form of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD), which presents as heart attacks. Diabetes damages the blood vessels of the heart.2 Almost 75% of patients with diabetes die due to cardiac disease. Every 1% increase in hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) above 6.5, increases the risk of CAD by 11%.2 In people with diabetes, death due to heart disease increases by 40% for every 5-unit increase in BMI above 25.2 Diabetes increases a person's risk of developing heart failure, a serious condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood1. Hospitalisation for heart failure is twice as common in people who are diabetic than it is in non-diabetics.2

Apple, Sony, Samsung and Amazfit along with deals on top lifestyle brands like Nike, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Jean-Paul, Calvin Klein and more.Talking about the new sale, Saurabh Srivastava, Vice-President, Categories, Amazon India said in a statement, “The record-breaking success of Amazon Great Indian Festival 2024 showed the huge appetite that Indian customers have for great value. Now, we're raising the bar by bringing Amazon's popular shopping event globally, Black Friday, to India for the first time ever on Amazon.in, with savings across electronics, beauty, home appliances, and décor from both Indian and international brands.

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.

Cyber Monday 2024 is shaping up to be a highlight of the year for online shoppers. This much-anticipated event offers exclusive online discounts, continuing the shopping frenzy initiated on Black Friday. With just days to go, consumers are gearing up for another round of incredible deals.

Russia's new hypersonic missile, hours after Moscow pummelled Ukraine's energy grid in an attack that left a million people without power. With Russia firing more than 90 missiles and around 100 drones during the barrage, according to Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged his allies to give a firm response to what he dubbed Russian «blackmail». Putin said the fresh bombardment was a «response» to Ukrainian strikes on his territory with Western missiles.

Social media users were taken aback by Vice President Kamala Harris' first video address to her supporters following the election on Tuesday. In the video, which was posted by the official X account of the Democratic Party, Harris addressed supporters who were disheartened by the most recent election.

Zee Entertainment have rejected a proposal for the reappointment of Punit Goenka as director, according to a regulatory filing by the company. The filing by Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL) stated that the resolution for the reappointment of Goenka was defeated in the annual general meeting (AGM) of the company. Resolution number three in the AGM, which proposed the reappointment of Goenka as director, was supported by only 49.54 per cent of the total number of votes cast while 50.4 per cent voted against the resolution. «Resolution No. 3 (Goenka's reappointment) failed to get the requisite majority of votes as required under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015,» ZEEL said.

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.

edible oil prices set to fall, after a gap of four months, from mid-December by up to 9% following a drop in international prices of soybean, sunflower and palm oil by $100 dollars per tonne in the last fortnight. Abundant global production of soybean has pushed down prices of soybean oil. Sunflower oil prices are also cooling off while palm oil prices have fallen since Indonesia, the world's biggest palm oil producer, is yet to frame its biodiesel policy. Indonesia produces biodiesel from a blend of palm oil and fossil fuel-based diesel. The country currently uses 35% palm oil in biodiesel, which the government was planning to raise to 40%, a move opposed by environmentalists. This has forced the Indonesian government to rethink the issue.

In a written reply in Rajya Sabha on the question of Congress MP Neeraj Dangi, MoS Singh informed that the fee for international student visas was increased by the Government of Australia from AUD 710 to AUD 1600 with effect from July 1, 2024. He acknowledged that the steep increase is expected to create financial difficulties for Indian students aspiring to study in Australia.

However, the relationship between the tech industry and Trump 2.0 will be shaped by three factors: 1) deregulation 2) antitrust policy 3) possible confrontation with China. This dynamic could fundamentally reshape the tech sector domestically in the US and globally. The cornerstone of Trump's tech policy is likely to be aggressive deregulation. In contrast to the Biden administration's oversight approach, particularly regarding AI and data privacy, Trump has consistently advocated for reducing regulatory barriers. This deregulatory stance could give tech companies greater freedom to innovate and expand their operations with less government oversight, an arena where Musk has skin in the game.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Mumbai: At the 42nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd (ZEEL), CEO Punit Goenka addressed shareholders’ concerns, outlining strategies for growth and updates on ongoing legal challenges. He reaffirmed the company’s commitment to navigating the evolving media landscape while creating long-term value for stakeholders.

With deals starting as low as $1 per month, platforms like Hulu, Peacock, and more are offering steep discounts, ensuring access to a treasure trove of shows, movies, and live content at a fraction of the cost, as mentioned in a report by Decider. From Hulu’s unbeatable year-long deal to discounted bundles like Disney+ and Hulu, here’s a breakdown of the best Black Friday streaming deals of 2024.

Oreshnik hypersonic missile to attack «decision-making centres» in Kyiv in response to Ukraine's firing of Western missiles at Russian territory, President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday. Russia has not so far struck Ukrainian government ministries, parliament or the president's office in the course of the 33-month war. Kyiv is heavily protected by air defences, but Putin says the Oreshnik, which Russia fired for the first time at a Ukrainian city last week, is incapable of being intercepted — a claim greeted with scepticism by Western experts.

Global Capability Centres (GCCs) and non-tech sectors, a report said on Thursday. The software development and engineering domain, which focuses on coding, designing, and maintaining software applications, is poised to offer lucrative opportunities, the report by TeamLease Digital said. It said the increasing demand for Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) skills in software development to enhance productivity, accuracy, and innovation is further driving this trend. As a result, entry-level positions in this domain are expected to see an average salary of Rs 9.37 lakh per annum in GCCs, followed by Rs 6.23 LPA in IT products and services, and Rs 6 LPA in non-tech sectors by the end of 2024-25, the report added.

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Dynastic candidates — those with family ties to established political families — were fielded across party lines in the recent Maharashtra assembly elections, with more than 80 per cent of constituencies featuring such contestants. But political connections did not guarantee success as a modest 30 per cent of such candidates won, noted a report compiled by activist and political observer Heramb Kulkarni. Even the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which routinely targets the Opposition over dynastic politics, had over 30 per cent of its contestants with ties to political families. Of the total 288 constituencies, 237 (82 per cent) saw candidates from political families. They included the children, spouses, siblings or other relatives of former and sitting MLAs, MPs and ministers, said the report released on Wednesday. The Nationalist Congress Party (SP) led by veteran Sharad Pawar had the highest proportion of dynastic leaders in its candidate list. Of the 86 candidates it fielded, 39 or 45 per cent were related to established politicians. Of 59 candidates fielded by the rival Ajit Pawar-led NCP, 26 or 44 per cent had 'family connections'. The Congress followed closely with 41.5 per cent such candidates (42 of 101). Of the 149 nominees fielded by the BJP (which contested the highest number of seats among all parties), 49 or 32 per cent were related to political leaders. The two Shiv Sena factions had comparatively less dynastic representation in their lists.

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Chief Ajit Pawar on Thursday emphasised the need to expand his party at the national level following its significant success in the Maharashtra Assembly elections. Speaking at the NCP meeting in the national capital, Pawar highlighted the importance of working towards regaining the party's status as a national political force. «Our party was once a national party. To reclaim that status, we need to work harder now. We will fight, and we will achieve success,» he said.

Continued growth in production of iron ore in the current financial year shows the robust demand conditions in the user industry. Coupled with growth in aluminium and copper, these growth trends point towards continued strong economic activity in user sectors such as energy, infrastructure, construction, automotive and machinery.