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Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday accompanied Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state president Chandrashekhar Bawankule as he filed his nomination for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. Speaking to the media reporters, Maharashtra Deputy CM Fadnavis said that a lot of people have come to witness the nomination filing of BJP state president Chandrashekhar Bawankule from the Kamthi Assembly constituency for the Maharashtra assembly polls. «Today our state (BJP) president is filing his nomination from the Kamthi Assembly constituency, a large number of people have come here. He will win with a record number of votes and the Mahayuti government will be formed again in the state,» he said.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Donald Trump’s campaign invited Tony Hinchcliffe, who hosts the popular podcast “Kill Tony," to do a comedy set at the former president’s rally at Madison Square Garden because of the comic’s popularity with young men, particularly after he sold out two shows at the same venue in August. The campaign didn’t know everything he would say, according to a campaign aide.

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to train and likely fight against Ukraine within «the next several weeks,» the Pentagon said Monday, in a move that Western leaders say will intensify the almost three-year war and jolt relations in the Indo-Pacific region. Some of the North Korean soldiers have already moved closer to Ukraine, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said, and were believed to be heading for the Kursk border region, where Russia has been struggling to push back a Ukrainian incursion. Earlier Monday, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte NATO confirmed recent Ukrainian intelligence reports that some North Korean military units were already in the Kursk region.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, known for her pioneering achievements in space, marked this year’s Diwali with a special greeting sent from 260 miles above Earth. Williams, who has spent nearly five months on the International Space Station (ISS), shared her reflections on Diwali, her cultural roots, and the importance of family traditions in a video message aimed at celebrating the Indian festival of lights.

Joe Biden lauded his deputy and Democratic presidential candidate, Kamala Harris, emphasising that he had many reasons for selecting her as his running mate. While addressing the White House Diwali celebrations on Monday, Biden called Vice President Harris a «smart, tough and trusted» leader. He also took a jibe at Harris' rival Republican candidate Donald Trump, saying, Harris has more experience than the «other guy she's running against» and, most importantly, «she has character.»

Donald Trump told supporters Monday he is «not a Nazi,» using a rally in the final week of a bitter White House race to push back on accusations of authoritarianism, including from a former chief of staff who branded him a fascist. As he and rival Kamala Harris entered the final stretch of one of the closest US presidential elections in modern times, each candidate and their teams have ramped up the political rhetoric, bringing an already simmering campaign to a boil. Democrat Harris, who has accused Trump of stoking divisions, was crisscrossing Michigan on Monday while Republican Trump headed to Georgia, another of the decisive swing states, where he said critics are accusing him of being a modern-day «Hitler.»

Joe Biden extended Diwali greetings to the people, highlighting its significance, and acknowledged that today, the festival is proudly celebrated in the White House. Highlighting the contributions of the South Asian American community to the fabric of American life, Biden said the community is the fastest-growing and most engaged community in the world. Addressing the White House Diwali Celebrations on Monday (local time), the US President said, «The South Asian American community has enriched every part of American life.»

The U.S. Treasury Department, seeking to keep the Chinese military from gaining an edge in advanced technologies, issued a rule Monday to restrict and monitor American investments in China in artificial intelligence, computer chips and quantum computing

The Washington Post has reportedly lost more than 200,000 subscribers following a decision announced last week not to endorse a candidate in the presidential race

actor and comedian Billy Eichner recently expressed his severe alarm regarding the current state of the US Presidential race specifically regarding the rising momentum of former US President Donald Trump in the poll surveys. According to Fox News, Billy Eichner in a very passionate Instagram video urged all the liberals in the country to go out and vote while emphasizing on the fact that they cannot really afford to repeat the same mistake of US Presidential Elections 2016 which eventually resulted in Hilary Clinton losing to Donald Trump. Fox News reported in the video, Billy Eichner described the political climate of US as extremely dire while stating that it is a time to panic extremely. He also highlighted the fact that Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump and US Vice President Kamala Harris are in a very tight race in the national sphere with Donald Trump gaining grounds just weeks before the US Presidential Election day. Also Read: Queer Eye Season 9: Here’s release date, fab five lineup and what to expect

Former President Trump addresses questions from Georgia women voters during an exclusive town hall on ‘The Faulkner Focus.’

U.S. election approaches, President Joe Biden has been attempting to support Vice President Kamala Harris on the campaign trail, but his efforts have reportedly been met with repeated snubs from her campaign. According to Axios, Harris' team has not scheduled any joint appearances, leading some to speculate about the dynamics between the two leaders. Biden, at 81, has made several campaign stops, including events in Philadelphia, New Hampshire, and Pittsburgh, while Harris, 60, has not appeared alongside him. One insider noted that Biden's presence reminds voters of the previous administration, making it difficult for Harris to embrace his support fully. Despite this, the White House has stated that they remain in close communication with Harris' campaign to determine how Biden can assist. The friction comes at a crucial time, as polls indicate Biden’s approval rating is struggling, sitting at 40.8% approval and 56.6% disapproval, according to RealClearPolitics. Also Read: That Christmas: Netflix animated film’s plot, release date, cast and characters

Former US President Donald Trump has repeatedly made false claims that the schools in US are secretly sending their children for undergoing gender affirming surgeries without having any sort of parental consent. According to CNN, during a recent discussion which took place in New York City, Donald Trump asserted that children could leave for school and return having undergone gender transition surgeries without having any sort of parent’s knowledge. CNN reported that Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump again repeated his same claim while having an interview with Joe Regan where he suggested that these kinds of surgeries occur in schools itself. This certain narrative was first introduced by Donald Trump in late August which was eventually debunked by multiple sources including CNN as well while no one found any kind of evidence to support Donald Trump’s assertions. Also Read:Are Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster dating? They have kept their rumored romance secret

Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have embarked on reforms but the pace and ambition fall «well short» of what was recommended and what is required, said Lawrence Summers and NK Singh, who were co-conveners of the G20 Independent Expert Group on MDB Reforms under India's presidency last year. «In our view, the shortsighted approach of waiting until a crisis hits before acting forcefully on MDB reform will turn out to be a costly misjudgment. Time is not on our side,» they said in a latest report card on MDB reforms. Summers, president emeritus at Harvard University, and Singh, a former senior bureaucrat, had recommended a vision for better, bolder, bigger MDBs as a central tool to respond to the issues facing emerging markets and developing economies. The Brazilian G20 presidency this year has followed up by developing a road map of MDB reforms.

Georgia's president on Monday urged the West to support opposition protests of the official results of a weekend parliamentary election in which the governing party was declared victorious amid voting irregularities and allegations of Russian meddling. President Salome Zourabichvili, who refused to recognize the official results, told AP that the South Caucasus nation has fallen victim to Russian pressure aimed at derailing Georgia's plans to join the European Union. «We've seen that Russian propaganda was directly used,» said Zourabichvili, a fierce critic of Georgian Dream, the governing party. She said the government has been «working hand-in-hand with Russia,» and «probably» received help from Moscow's security services.

Benjamin Netanyahu said he's open to a short truce in the country's war with Hamas that would lead to the release of a small number of the around 100 hostages still held by the militant group in Gaza. Netanyahu's remarks followed a meeting between his top negotiator and senior Qatari and US officials in Doha on Monday, aimed at reviving stalled cease-fire talks following Israel's killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar this month. Discussions centered on a plan proposed by Egypt, one of the mediators between the warring sides. Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi on Sunday proposed a two-day suspension of hostilities and the freeing of four hostages in exchange for a number of Palestinians held in Israeli prisons.

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump stand their families, each competing to send their loved one to the White House and in turn become the nation's "first family." Spouses and children have long been crucial players in US presidential campaigns, often giving the candidates a personal appeal that can entice voters. A closer look reveals Harris and Trumps' differing life stories — and how their families are involved in this year's election battle.

Associated Press reported that Key states like Arizona, North Carolina, Michigan and Nevada are being targeted through advertisements over radio and events featuring prominent figures. Prominent figures like US Senator Markwayne Mullin while campaigning in the native communities are eventually discussing energy policies and the requirement for federal recognition of various tribes like the Lumbee. Also Read: Did Beyonce snub Harris by not performing at her Houston rally? Crowd boos; Trump rips the VP

North Korea has sent about 10,000 troops to Russia to train and fight in Ukraine within «the next several weeks,» the Pentagon said Monday, in a move that Western leaders say will intensify the almost three-year war and jolt relations in the Indo-Pacific region. Some of the North Korean soldiers have already moved closer to Ukraine, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said, and were believed to be heading for the Kursk border region, where Russia has been struggling to push back a Ukrainian incursion. Earlier Monday, NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte confirmed recent Ukrainian intelligence reports that some North Korean military units were already in the Kursk region.

Narendra Modi on Monday said a strong people-to-people connect has always strengthened ties between India and Spain. «While yoga is highly popular in Spain, Spanish football is liked in India,» Modi said after he and Spanish President Pedro Sanchez inaugurated the Tata Aircraft Complex for manufacturing C295 aircraft in Vadodara. On Sunday's football match between clubs Real Madrid and Barcelona, Modi said Barcelona's great victory was a topic of discussion in India too and the fervour of the fans of both the clubs was the same in India and Spain. Dwelling on India and Spain's multifaceted partnership, Modi said, «Whether it is food, films, or football, our strong people-to-people connect has always strengthened our ties.» Modi expressed happiness that India and Spain have decided to celebrate 2026 as the India-Spain Year of Culture, Tourism, and AI.

US election 2024 witnessed a crucial twist when President Joe Biden's revealed that he was going to drop out of the 2024 White House race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee triggered one of the most remarkable transformations in American politics, as per a report on AFP. Harris was previously saddled with record low approval ratings for a 'veep'. Within a few short weeks she created an election campaign out of nothing. She held rapturous rallies, raised more than $1 billion in funds and brought what she called a burst of joy to a party that had given up hope.