Citing current and former US officials familiar with the situation, British newspaper the Financial Times said the investigation into Dong was part of that broader probe into military corruption. If confirmed, Dong would be the third Chinese defence minister in a row to fall under investigation for corruption. Asked about the report at a regular briefing on Wednesday, Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said it was just "chasing shadows" and did not offer further information. A form...Read More
Two United States congressmen, James McGovern (Democrat-Massachusetts) and Thomas Massie (Republican-Kentucky), have urged President Joe Biden to pardon WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. They said Assange's guilty plea could set a precedent for prosecuting journalists under espionage charges. The plea deal, which ended in June 2024, ended Assange's 14-year-long legal battle and permitted him to return to Australia. In a letter dated November 1, McGovern and Massie said they were relieved that A...Read More
Fiuggi, November 27 (IANS): Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) countries called on Israel to comply with its obligations under international law at a meeting. The ministers said in a statement that they support a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah and the full implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, Xinhua news agency reported. The ministers expressed their concern about the humanitarian situation in Gaza. They called on the Israeli government to ease...Read More
Rains continued overnight in Tamil Nadu's Cauvery delta areas affecting standing paddy crops and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday said heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is likely in a few places in Cuddalore and Mayiladuthurai districts, also part of the delta region. The deep depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal is forecast to strengthen into cyclone Fengal by Wednesday, putting Tamil Nadu under high alert. Fengal is expected to track towards the Tamil Nadu coast, ...Read More
Turkey has hailed the recent ceasefire between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group in Lebanon, expressing hope that the truce will endure. The Turkish Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Wednesday, urging the international community to pressure Israel into honoring the ceasefire agreement wholly. The ministry emphasized the necessity of Israel providing reparations for the damage inflicted in Lebanon. Turkey also voiced its readiness to play a supportive role in the peace process with...Read More
Chennai (Tamil Nadu): In the latest update relating to cyclone Fengal, colleges and schools in Tamil Nadu shall remain closed, said reports on Wednesday. The education institutions shall be closed in as many as six districts, said reports. According to further reports, nine districts of the state have been put on high alert as the IMD (India Meteorological Department) has predicted heavy rainfall due to possible cyclonic storm in the Bay Of Bengal due to cyclone Fengal. Reports said that schoo...Read More
FACT CHECKThe slain lawyer was not defending Chinmoy Das; he was part of the Chattogram Bar Association Several news outlets have falsely claimed that a lawyer who was representing arrested Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was killed in clashes that took place at Bangladesh's Chattogram Court premises on November 26. BOOM was able to confirm that the slain lawyer Saiful Islam, who was a member of Chattogram Bar Association, was not representing Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari as hi...Read More
"We welcome the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon that has been announced. We have always called for de-escalation, restraint and return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy. We hope these developments will lead to peace and stability in the wider region," said a statement released by the Ministry of External Affairs. Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah reached a ceasefire after months of deadly clashes that stemmed from the Israel-Gaza conflict but escalated in September this year, after leader...Read More
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition is now gearing up for a national protest after losing Maharashtra state elections. The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) coalition, which suffered a crushing defeat in last week's Maharashtra state elections, is now gearing up for a national protest against the credibility of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), which it blames for its loss. The MVA, led by the Congress, Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction), and the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) (led by Sharad Pawar...Read More
The individuals who have been arrested are facing several charges, which include serious offences such as extortion and murder. They are also implicated in violations of the Arms Act and the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. During the operation, law enforcement officials recovered three firearms along with a significant number of cartridges, underscoring the severity of the situation and the potential threat posed by these individuals. Earlier, on Tuesday (November 26), f...Read More
In a heart-wrenching incident, a 30-year-old Dalit youth, who was brutally thrashed, succumbed to his injuries during treatment at a hospital in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, and four people have been arrested in this connection. The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of Subhashpura police station on Tuesday, however, the matter came to light after a video surfaced on social media showing four persons beating the youth with sticks and pipes mercilessly. In the video, the victi...Read More
During his visit to Prayagraj on Wednesday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will review the ongoing preparations for Maha Kumbh 2025 with a focus on cleanliness and security. He will also inaugurate major sanitation and security projects valued at over Rs 238 crore. The projects include state-of-the-art equipment aimed at enhancing cleanliness and safety at Maha Kumbh. A significant highlight will be the unveiling of a newly constructed control room in the municipal corporation, which is expect...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 27 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ashok Chavan on Wednesday said that the government in Maharashtra would be formed after taking everyone into confidence. Speaking to ANI, he said, "There is an alliance of three parties. Therefore, a decision will be taken only after taking everyone into confidence. There is no delay because it has been only 4 days since the results were announced. Whatever Ramdas Athawale has said is his personal opinion. A stable govern...Read More
CHENNAI: The met office late on Tuesday night issued heavy flood warnings to Tamil Nadu as the deep depression will intensify into a cyclone tomorrow. A bullet in said the Flash Flood Threat moderate to High flash flood threat likely over few watersheds & neighbourhoods of following Met Sub-divisions. Also Read: Deep depression causes strong winds at Marina Beach They included Tamil Nadu - Puducherry & Karaikal - Karaikal, Ariyalur, Cuddalore, Dindigul, Karur, Madurai, Nagapattinam, Perambalu...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 27 (ANI): The Ministry of Defence informed on Wednesday that it will conduct a two-day 11th National Maritime Search and Rescue exercise and workshop for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in Kerala's Kochi. The workshop will be undertaken from November 28 to 29 and the event will be inaugurated by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. ICG Director General S Paramesh, also the National Maritime Search and Rescue Coordinating Authority, will also remain present during the e...Read More
In a sharp critique of the Congress on Tuesday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused the party of tampering with the Preamble and "strangling" the Constitution. He argued that the original Constitution, drafted by Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar on November 26, 1949, did not include the words "secular" or "socialist." Alleging that the Congress added these terms during the Emergency period, he further stated, "The people have delivered a fitting lesson to those who betrayed the Constitution." Th...Read More
New Delhi [India], November 27 (ANI): Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Dimple Yadav said on Wednesday that the violence and ruckus in Sambhal that claimed the lives of four and left many injured right after the election results raises a 'big question' on the 'neeyat and neeti' (policy and intentions) of the government and the BJP. Speaking to ANI here on Wednesday, Dimple Yadav said, "The administration did the work of booth-capturing and today, when we are celebrating Constitution Day, we want our coun...Read More
Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun attends Beijing Xiangshan Forum in Beijing, China, September 13, 2024. File Image/Reuters China's anti-corruption campaign has rocked the upper echelons of its military, with Defence Minister Dong Jun becoming the latest in a string of top officials investigated for alleged misconduct. Dong Jun, appointed as defence minister in December 2023, is now under investigation for corruption, reported the Financial Times. This marks the third consecutive Chinese defen...Read More
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], November 27 (ANI): Authorities have declared a holiday for schools and colleges in nine districts, including Villupuram, Tiruvallur, Cuddalore, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Ramanathapuram, and Trichy, amid heavy rains in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday. Schools in Chennai, Kanchipuram, Chengalpet, Ariyalur, Sivagangai, and Pudukottai will also remain shut today. Madras University, Karaikudi Alagappa University, Bharathidhasan University, and the Dir...Read More
India's parliament faced suspension due to disruptions over allegations against the Adani Group. Gautam Adani and others are charged in a $265-million bribery scheme. The opposition accuses the government of shielding Adani, while BJP distances itself from the controversy, stating legal action will proceed independently. India's lower house of parliament experienced a suspension for a second consecutive day, as lawmakers pushed for discussions on the U.S. allegations of bribery and fraud involv...Read More
Rajya Sabha MP Mahesh Jethmalani accused Congress and other opposition parties of politically exploiting the US indictment against the Adani Group. He demanded evidence for allegations of bribery, declaring opposition's actions as diversionary tactics post electoral losses. Adani Group denied bribery charges, calling related reports incorrect. Senior Advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Mahesh Jethmalani launched a pointed critique against the Congress Party on Thursday, alleging they are using the US i...Read More
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], November 27 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister (CM) Brajesh Pathak on Wednesday said that the report on the Jhansi Medical College fire incident was received and examination on the same would be carried out. Speaking to ANI, Pathak said, "I have received the report and today we will examine it and notify about it.." On November 15, a fire had occurred at the Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College in Jhansi which took the lives of 10 infants. The tragedy oc...Read More
Noting that the evolution of Quad has been a "notable development," External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said the Indo-Pacific is experiencing "significant changes" including new convergences and partnerships. "In an era of collaborative endeavours, the Indo-Pacific will require practical solutions, nimble diplomacy, greater adjustment and more open conversations. The G7 can be one such partner," Mr. Jaishankar said as he attended the G7 FMM Outreach Session with Indo-Pacific partners in...Read More
Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak announced the examination of the Jhansi Medical College fire report after a tragic incident claimed 10 infants' lives. Investigations point to a short circuit as the cause. Amid electoral criticism, Congress calls for reverting to ballot papers following a recent election loss. Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak confirmed on Wednesday that the report regarding the devastating fire at Jhansi Medical College has been received. An investigatio...Read More
Rahul Gandhi demanded Gautam Adani's arrest following US court charges, despite Adani Group's denial of bribery allegations. Gandhi emphasized the severity of the charges, contrasting them with arrests made for lesser offenses, and accused the government of shielding Adani.Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that it was expected that the AdGroup would be denying the charges made by the US court involving industrialist Gautam Adani. He further...Read More
Eknath Shinde is reportedly unhappy with the Deputy CM position and is pushing for the Chief Minister's post for at least 2.5 years. The BJP remains steadfast in retaining the Chief Minister's post in Maharashtra, sources reveal, as discussions continue over the power-sharing formula. The arrangement of one Chief Minister and two Deputy Chief Ministers is likely to remain unchanged. Reportedly, Ajit Pawar has been offered the Deputy Chief Minister's post along with the Finance Ministry portfol...Read More
Proceedings in both houses of the Parliament came to halt on Wednesday amid protests by Oppostion members over the Adani Bribery controversy, recent violence in Sambhal in Uttar Pradesh and other issues. Lok Sabha proceedings were initially adjourned until 12 noon and later until Thursday, as Opposition members, including those from Congress, protested and sought to raise various issues at the start of the session. Some members from the Congress and Samajwadi Party were in the Well while other...Read More
Balasore: 9 e-buses lie unused in Balasore. Will they ever serve the city? This is the question the intelligentsia of Odisha's Balasore district wants to ask to the government as well as district administration. Here is a report. In 2017, 15 city buses were brought to Balasore at a cost of 8 crore rupees in the name of providing city bus services to the people. But the then district administration or the municipal officers probably had no idea about the city's roads. It is true that buses plied...Read More
New Delhi, Nov 27 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday demanded the arrest of industrialist Gautam Adani after the indictment by US authorities in the alleged bribery case. Talking to reporters in the Parliament House complex, Gandhi also accused the Central government of protecting Adani, who was supposed to be in jail. He said, "Hundreds of people have been arrested for tiny charges. This gentleman has been indicted in the US for thousands of crores. He should be...Read More
The Chandigarh BJP unit today organised a programme at the party office 'Kamalam', Sector 33 on the occasion of 'Constitution Day' commemorating the historic day of adoption of the Indian Constitution. The programme was attended by party workers and leaders and paid tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution. Party President Jatinder Pal Malhotra, while addressing the gathering, highlighted the contribution of Dr. Ambedkar to the Constitution and Indian democracy. H...Read More