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October 25, 2024 5:29 PM

Where Europe, US stand on slavery reparations

Discussions on reparations for transatlantic slavery and colonialism are gaining momentum, with Caribbean and African nations calling on former colonial powers to engage on the issue. From the 15th to the 19th century, at least 12.5 million Africans were kidnapped, forcibly transported by mostly Eu...

October 25, 2024 3:23 PM

India, China begin disengagement in Demchok, Depaang in eastern Ladakh

Disengagement of troops of India and China has started at two friction points in Demchok and Depsang Plains in the Eastern Ladakh sector, defence officials said. As per the agreements between the two sides, the Indian troops have started pulling back equipment to rear locations in the respective ar...

October 25, 2024 11:34 AM

US elections: Trump takes narrow lead over Harris in latest poll

With just 12 days until the U.S. presidential election on November 5, a new national survey by The Wall Street Journal shows former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris in a tight race, according to Politico. Trump leads Harris by 47% to 45%, but this narrow advantage falls within...

October 24, 2024 9:56 AM

PM Modi salutes “Himveers” as ITBP celebrates 63rd Raising Day

As Indo-Tibetan Border Police celebrates 63rd Raising Day on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings to ITBP 'Himveers' and their families. He added that the Force stands tall as a symbol of valour and dedication. "Raising Day greetings to ITBP Himveers and their families. This Fo...

October 23, 2024 11:17 PM

Main points from the BRICS declaration

Below are the key points from the Kazan declaration issued by the BRICS group after a summit in Russia. ON UKRAINE: "We emphasize that all states should act consistently with the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter in their entirety and interrelation. We note with appreciation relevant propo...

October 23, 2024 12:42 PM

Odisha sets up relief centers, evacuation plans as Cyclone Dana approaches

The Odisha government has set up 5,000 relief centers and prepared evacuation plans for 10 lakh people as Cyclone Dana heads toward the eastern coast, officials said. Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall in the early hours of October 25. between Bhitarkanika in Kendrapara and Bhadrak or Balaso...

October 22, 2024 1:54 PM

BRICS 2024: India at the helm of multilateral cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's attendance at the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan marks a significant milestone—his tenth overseas visit during his third term and his second journey to Russia. Notably, eight of these trips have focused on Eastern and Central European nations and East Asia, while the oth...