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Melania Trump revealed her support for abortion rights on Thursday, ahead of the release of her upcoming memoir, exposing a stark contrast with her husband, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on the crucial election issue. In a video posted to her X account on Thursday morning, the former first lady defended women's «individual freedoms» to do what they want with their bodies — a position at odds with much of the Republican Party and her own husband, who has struggled to find a consistent message on abortion while wedged between anti-abortion supporters within his base and the majority of Americans who support abortion rights. «Individual freedom is a fundamental principle that I safeguard,» Melania Trump said in the video. «Without a doubt, there is no room for compromise when it comes to this essential right that all women possess from birth: individual freedom. What does 'my body, my choice' really mean?» The video appears to confirm excerpts of her self-titled memoir reported by The Guardian on Wednesday.

A Calgary radio host is speaking out after he was attacked outside a banquet hall in northeast Calgary over the weekend.

Gandhi Jayanti 2024: As we honour Gandhi Jayanti in 2024, the timeless words of Mahatma Gandhi continue to inspire and guide us toward a better world. Gandhi’s teachings on peace, non-violence, self-reliance, and integrity offer profound wisdom that resonates deeply, even today.

Gandhi Jayanti, observed on October 2 every year, marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a pivotal leader in India’s fight for independence. Born in 1869, Gandhi's approach to achieving freedom was grounded in non-violence and civil disobedience, values that continue to resonate globally. His advocacy for peaceful resistance played a crucial role in dismantling British colonial rule in India.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. In recent years, social media influencers have emerged as powerful voices in the marketplace, capable of shaping consumer opinions and driving trends. However, a recent court ruling serves as a crucial reminder that being a social media influencer is not a licence to operate without accountability or responsibility.

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Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on October 2nd every year, marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. Gandhi’s message of non-violence, truth, and simplicity continues to inspire people not just in India but across the world. On this day, people reflect on his contributions to India’s freedom struggle and the values he upheld throughout his life.

Nirmala Sitharaman and several others following a court order related to the now-scrapped electoral bonds scheme. According to PTI, police confirmed on Saturday that an FIR was filed under relevant sections of the law. The complaint was lodged by Adarsh R. Iyer, Co-President of 'Janaadhikaara Sangharsha Parishath' (JSP), who alleged that the accused engaged in extortion disguised as the electoral bonds scheme, allegedly benefiting by over Rs 8,000 crore. The complaint further claimed that Sitharaman, with the covert assistance of Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials, facilitated the extortion of thousands of crores for the benefit of various individuals at both state and national levels. According to the complainant, cited by PTI, «the entire extortion racket under the garb of electoral bonds has been orchestrated hand in glove with officials of BJP at various levels.»

A Hong Kong court is set to sentence two former Stand News editors in a landmark sedition case that is widely seen as an indicator of media freedom in a city once known as a beacon of press freedom in Asia

Two former top editors of Hong Kong’s defunct online media Stand News will learn their sentences Thursday after a landmark sedition verdict

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Brands that embraced influencers for their reach, authenticity and affordability are recalibrating strategies, as they target maximum bang for their marketing buck. For several consumer brands that swept over YouTube and Instagram thanks to the wide reach of influencers, returns on investment (ROI) are beginning to nag.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. People who do not know that potatoes have been discredited as food usually do not want the same things from life and politics as those who eat avocados. Yet, it would appear that there are societies where everyone appears to want the same thing and even has the same wounds.

I am a central government employee covered under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). Given the range of benefits provided by CGHS, is it advisable to purchase additional health insurance? Are there any limitations in CGHS? Prableen Bajpai, Founder, FinFix Research and Analytics: The CGHS offers comprehensive healthcare services to central government employees, pensioners and their dependants, providing a wide range of benefits. However, an additional health cover may be considered for more choice and freedom. Here are the scenarios in which a second insurance can help.

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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday launched NPS Vatsalya Yojana to give an early head-start to children to save for retirement. Parents can open an account for their child from birth to up to 17 years of age.

Reuven Azar, on Wednesday strongly condemned Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's comments on the treatment of minorities in India, calling the remarks «ridiculous» and hypocritical. Azar pointed out that while Khamenei lectures other nations, Iran itself is accused of suppressing freedoms and violating human rights. «It is really ridiculous that this radical leader is trying to lecture others while he is killing his own population oppressing freedoms like freedom of religion, freedom of speech, human rights that is completely outrageous and we hope Iranian people are going to be free one day from such oppression and tyranny coming from Khamenei,» Azar told PTI. The Iranian leader, addressing a gathering of clerics in Tehran on Monday, talked about what he described as «suffering» of Muslims in Gaza, Myanmar and India.

Swati Maliwal on Wednesday made new and serious allegations regarding the family of Delhi’s Chief Minister-designate, Atishi. Maliwal claimed that Atishi's parents had close connections with SAR Geelani, an individual who was acquitted by the Supreme Court in the 2001 Parliament attack case. Maliwal made her accusations public in a post on X, saying, «Atishi Marlena's parents had close ties with SAR Geelani. Gilani was accused of having a hand in the attack on Parliament. In 2016, he organised a programme in the memory of Afzal Guru at the Press Club of Delhi.»

Israel's ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, has responded to comments made by Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, about the situation of Muslims in India. Azar criticized Khamenei, saying, «You are a killer and oppressor of your own people. Muslims in Israel, India and all democracies enjoy freedom, which is denied in Iran. I wish the people of Iran will be free soon.» Khamenei had earlier compared the plight of Muslims in India with those in Gaza, which drew a sharp reaction from India. Khamenei stated, «The enemies of Islam have always tried to make us indifferent with regard to our shared identity as an Islamic Ummah. We cannot consider ourselves to be Muslims if we are oblivious to the suffering that a Muslim is enduring in #Myanmar, #Gaza, #India, or any other place.» India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a strong response to Khamenei's comments on Monday. The MEA's statement read, «We strongly deplore the comments made regarding minorities in India by the Supreme Leader of Iran. These are misinformed and unacceptable. Countries commenting on minorities are advised to look at their own record before making any observations about others.»

patriarchal social attitude". Speaking at News18 Network's She Shakti event, CJI Chandrachud said «we must foster institutional and individual ability to look beyond the male default». «There is no dearth of substantive and procedural legal provisions targeted towards protecting the interests of women in private and public situations. But good laws including the stringent laws alone do not make for a just society. »Above all we need to change our mindsets. The mindsets must move from making concessions for women to recognising their entitlement to lead lives based on freedom and equality. We must zealously guard against apparently protective laws infringing women's liberties and choices," the CJI said.

household budgeting, the responses I get are rarely positive. ‘We overshot the budget by such a large amount that making it seemed like a cruel joke.’ ‘We cannot make budgets for family events as it does not work.’ ‘Budgets are boring; they impose rules where they aren’t needed.’ ‘It’s not always about money; sometimes the heart must make the decision.’ Many of us believe that we are living in prosperous times and setting limits for spending is old school and outdated. In today’s India, spending power defines the freedom of a household to break free from the shackles of erstwhile shortages.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. DHARAMSALA, India—The Dalai Lama arrived on a golf cart and smiled and waved to the throngs of devotees who had gathered amid the pine trees of the Himalayan foothills to greet him at his home in exile after knee-replacement surgery in the U.S. The 89-year-old Tibetan spiritual leader climbed out and made his way on foot into the temple complex with the help of young monks supporting his weight.