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Indian-origin BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns, cites ‘governance issues’

Shumeet Banerji, an Indian-origin member of the BBC’s board, has resigned, citing “governance issues” at the top of the corporation. Banerji also said in a letter that he was “not consulted” about the events leading up to the resignations of Director General Tim Davie and BBC News chief executive Deborah Turness.Banerji confirmed his resignation on […]

NASA issues new alert: Venus is becoming more dangerous for future space missions |

Venus has always been known as Earth’s hostile twin, but new findings suggest it is becoming even more unpredictable for upcoming space missions. The planet already challenges spacecraft with extreme heat, crushing pressure, and corrosive clouds. Yet, scientists now believe its atmosphere is behaving in ways that increase the risks for orbiters, flybys, and potential […]

Pakistan on Edge After Delhi Blast; Khawaja Asif Issues Hollow Threats to India, Afghanistan | Udaipur Kiran

New Delhi, 13 November (Udaipur Kiran). Pakistan, a nation long accused of sheltering terror groups, appears increasingly unsettled after the recent Delhi blast and the subsequent explosion inside an Islamabad court complex. The reactions of Pakistan’s Prime Minister and Defence Minister reflect growing nervousness in the country. Even though Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility for […]

‘Crimes against humanity: Turkey issues arrest warrant for Netanyahu over Gaza genocide claims; Hamas hails move

Turkey announced on Friday that it has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and several senior officials, accusing them of committing genocide during the war in Gaza.The Istanbul prosecutor’s office said in a statement that arrest warrants were issued for 37 individuals, though it did not release the full list. Those named […]

Middle East unrest: Turkey issues genocide arrest warrant against Netnayahu; Istanbul prosecutor lists 37 officials

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Turkey on Friday announced that it issued arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and several senior members of his government for genocide. A statement from the Istanbul prosecutor’s office said that 37 officials were named, including Israeli defence minister Israel Katz, national security minister Itamar Ben Gvir and […]

Abu Dhabi issues 61 warnings and shuts down two shops over tobacco sales violations | World News

Abu Dhabi Registration Authority issued 61 warnings and closed two shops after violations related to illegal tobacco sales near schools/ Image: X Abu Dhabi’s continued efforts to regulate tobacco and electronic cigarette sales have intensified with the closure of two commercial establishments and the issuance of numerous warnings and violations. These measures reflect the Emirate’s […]

UAE: Sharjah Islamic Bank issues $500 million, five-year sukuk amid robust global demand | World News

Sharjah Islamic Bank completes $500 million, five-year Sukuk, reflecting strong global investor confidence/Image: WAM Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has reinforced its standing in global capital markets with the successful issuance of a US$500 million senior unsecured Sukuk. The transaction, completed during a period of heightened market volatility and year-end liquidity pressures, highlights the bank’s resilient […]

COP30 snub: US to skip top-level presence in Brazil; Donald Trump ‘directly engaging’ with leaders on energy issues

File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: AP) The United States will not send any top officials to the COP30 climate talks in Brazil later this month, a White House official confirmed on Saturday, as President Donald Trump focuses on boosting fossil fuels rather than global climate negotiations.Trump, who withdrew from the Paris Agreement […]

Rain and Chill Mark the Start of November in Madhya Pradesh, IMD Issues Alert for Several Districts | Udaipur Kiran

Bhopal, November 1 (Udaipur Kiran): The month of November has begun in Madhya Pradesh with an unusual combination of rain and cold, continuing a trend seen over the past decade. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the first week of November will bring heavy rainfall in several parts of the state, followed by a […]

US Marshal and immigrant shot during ICE operation in South LA; DHS issues statement condemning ‘sanctuary politicians’

A US Marshal and an undocumented immigrant were shot during a federal operation in South Los Angeles on Tuesday, reports Fox 11. Both sustained injuries that are not considered life-threatening and were taken to the hospital for treatment.The incident occurred around 8:50 am in the 400 block of E. 20th Street in the Historic South-Central […]