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‘Racism and Xenophobia have no place’: Irish embassy condemns violence against Indians; announces their deputy PM will meet Indian diaspora | India News

The Ireland embassy in India on Friday condemned the violent attacks on Indian citizens in the country and said racism and xenophobia have no place. The Embassy announced that Ireland’s deputy prime minister and foreign affairs minister will hold discussions with Indian community representatives on August 11.The Embassy released an official statement declaring, “We condemn […]

‘Vile racism’: Trump administration freezes $108 million in research funding to Duke University; withheld over admissions, hiring practices

Duke University faces $108 million funding suspension (Image: AP) The Donald Trump administration has suspended $108 million in federal research funding to Duke University, accusing the institution of engaging in racial discrimination through affirmative action policies. The move marks a sharp escalation in the administration’s crackdown on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices at major […]

‘He should be alive today’: Ilhan Omar marks 5 years since George Floyd’s murder with call to ‘dismantle systemic racism’

Ilhan Omar condemns the brutal murder of George Floyd On the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s death, US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar said his murder should never be forgotten and neither should the urgent need to reform America’s criminal justice system.In a series of posts on social media, Omar, who represents Minnesota’s 5th congressional district, said, […]

Joe Biden blames Kamala Harris’ loss on sexism and racism, rejects age concerns | World News

Former president Joe Biden NEW YORK: Former President Joe Biden says he’s responsible for Donald Trump’s victory last fall, but he attributed Kamala Harris ‘ loss, at least in part, to sexism and racism.Biden, who left office in January, addressed the Democrats’ disastrous 2024 election, concerns about his age and Trump’s divisive leadership during a […]

Tens of thousands protest against racism and far-right surge in France

People march as part of the international day against racism and fascism, in Paris (Pic credit: AP) Paris witnessed massive demonstrations on Saturday as tens of thousands rallied against racism and the growing influence of the far-right, with similar protests unfolding across multiple French cities. The demonstrations took place amid a noticeable shift in French […]