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Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The Akshaya Patra Foundation plans to take its acclaimed midday meal scheme to Indonesia and Kenya, said two people aware of the development, as India seeks to use its soft power to deepen ties and trade. Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy, is launching a free meal programme for schoolchildren.

Mohini Dey revealed her separation from her husband, Mark. The announcement coincided with news of Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman’s divorce from his wife, Saira Banu, after 29 years of marriage. AR Rahman and Mohini Dey have also worked together. Mohini Dey in a social media post expressed the decision to split from her husband Mark Hartsuch as a mutual and amicable understanding between the two. Dey acknowledged the emotional weight of the announcement but emphasized the shared resolve to pursue different paths in life. Despite parting ways as a couple, the duo remains committed to their professional collaborations, including ongoing projects like MaMoGi and the Mohini Dey groups, she said. Dey assured her supporters that their creative synergy would not be impacted by the separation. She expressed gratitude for the love and support she has received from her community and urged everyone to approach the news with understanding and positivity.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The past few weeks have been tough for the Indian markets. While a 10% fall in indices isn’t unusual, the frequency of such falls has fallen significantly since the pandemic and as a result, new investors are learning lessons that old timers have known for years.

Congress candidate from Latur City, Amit Deshmukh, on Wednesday after casting his vote expressed concerns over the recent allegations involving BJP leader Vinod Tawde's involvement in alleged cash distribution ahead of the assembly elections. Deshmukh stated, «I don't think that the allegations are baseless. You all have seen what happened, but it seems like no action is being taken. It appears that the matter is being swept under the carpet, but this is not good for democracy. This is not healthy for our electoral system or our democracy.» Deshmukh, however, remained optimistic about the election results. He said, «I believe that when the results come, the Maha Vikas Aghadi will have the support of more than 200 MLAs.» According to Deshmukh, the final seat distribution and decisions on the next steps will only be made after the results are declared.

Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman and his wife, Saira Banu, had decided to end their nearly three-decade-long marriage. Rahman confirmed the separation in a post on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where he reflected on their journey and the unforeseen challenges that led to their decision. AR Rahman expressed that while they had envisioned celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary, circumstances had taken a different course. The tweet read, “We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts. Yet, in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter.”

President-elect Donald Trump says he is nominating Dr. Mehmet Oz, who hosted a long-running television talk show, to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services

Maharashtra assembly seats and the remaining 38 Jharkhand constituencies will be held on Wednesday. Results for both the states will be out on November 23. While 4,136 candidates, including 363 women, are contesting in Maharashtra; 528 contestants, including 55 females, are in the fray in Jharkhand’s second phase. Here’s a look:

Redmi brand, recently teased the launch on its social media platforms. In a post on X, the company shared a cryptic image with the tagline, “Ready for a Noteworthy Rival?" While the teaser did not confirm the series by name, speculation is rife that it refers to the imminent arrival of the Redmi Note 14 series, which is slated to make its Indian debut in December.The Redmi Note 14 series launched in China boasts an array of features designed to cater to various consumer needs.

athletes, Trump's signature dance has become a global phenomenon. The chief com-dancer's moves are gaining popularity, as quoted in a report by The New York Post. Athletes on the football pitch, soccer pitch, and even mixed martial arts octagon are now using President-elect Donald Trump's signature moves as a celebratory dance. Trump has a history of cutting rugs during the campaign. Trump received a hero's welcome at Madison Square Garden on Saturday when he arrived from backstage like a heavyweight fighter to thunderous applause. Elon Musk, RFK Jr. and UFC CEO Dana White were among his entourage members.

Travel writer Arthur Frommer, who revolutionized leisure travel for ordinary Americans with his guidebook “Europe on 5 Dollars a Day,” has died

German soccer club Werder Bremen is the second team in the Bundesliga to stop posting on X

Vinod Tawde distributed money to voters in a constituency in Palghar district. The BJP has, however, rubbished the allegations, saying Thakur's claim was nothing more than a publicity stunt and the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) was making these allegations as it is headed for defeat. A purported video of a face-off between Tawde and BVA leaders and workers has surfaced on social media. Polls for the 288-member state assembly will be held on November 20, and the votes will be counted on November 23.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The recent US election that carried Donald Trump back to the White House with a strong mandate underlines a point that was perhaps forgotten by political leaders in many rich countries over a long era of stable prices: Inflation matters. No election result is monocausal.

«I pass on my cautionary tale,» said Lada, as she chain-smoked her way up the bustling square. «At least my ruined life can be useful. I can make a clean breast of it. It's a relief.» Lada is one of six guides for Pragulic, a social enterprise that offers guided tours led by individuals who have experienced homelessness in Prague. Through these tours, Pragulic aims to challenge the myths and stereotypes surrounding street life by allowing those who have lived through it to share their stories directly with the public.

GSAT-N2 has been successfully placed in orbit by SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket, Elon Musk’s space tech firm and the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (Isro) commercial arm NSIL said in a series of social media posts early on Tuesday. “Deployment of @NSIL_India GSAT-N2 confirmed,” SpaceX said in a post on microblogging site X at 12.36 am on Tuesday. Shortly after, NSIL posted, “Successfully into the orbit.” The 4,700-kg satellite, launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, has been injected into the desired geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) and Isro’s Master Control Facility (MCF) has taken control of the satellite, NSIL said. «Preliminary data indicates the satellite is in good health,” it added.

According to Downdetector, a website that monitors online outages, over 1,500 complaints have been registered about Instagram-related issues. The platform reports incidents only when problem reports significantly exceed the usual volume for that time of day.

A company affiliated with conspiracy theorist Alex Jones asked a federal judge on Monday to disqualify a bid by the satirical news outlet The Onion to buy Jones’ Infowars at a bankruptcy auction, alleging fraud and collusion.

A report released Monday by Pew Research Center says about one in five Americans regularly get their news from so-called news influencers on social media

Trump has reiterated his commitment to addressing illegal immigration by declaring a national emergency and deploying US military resources to support mass deportations. The confirmation came Monday via his social media platform, Truth Social, where he endorsed a post suggesting the use of military assets for a large-scale deportation initiative. Trump’s post confirmed plans described by Tom Fitton, head of Judicial Watch, a conservative group. Fitton had written earlier this month about using emergency powers and military resources for deportation efforts. Responding at 4 a.m., Trump reposted the statement, writing, “TRUE!!!”

Ever since the magnificent win in the US Presidential elections this year, Donald Trump is having a Gala time with those who have been close to his campaign right from the start, and now he is seen sharing some light moments with his prospective Cabinet member, RFK Jr, who has been tapped by the President-elect to run the Department of Health and Human Services, when the next administrative term begins at the White House. RFK Jr. has already been talking about health and safety issues surrounding the American population, and is working on remedies to cater to them, as per reports. However, there is nothing stopping him from gulping down some cheat meals in the interim, and is already beginning to earn the 'cool kids' tag on social media, based on the latest posts.