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A Life of Coping With the Contradictions

The opening sentence of the official Press Statement on the passing of former President Jimmy Carter (1924-2024) succinctly encapsulates the protocol, priorities and position of the global hegemon: \"Jimmy Carter was a United States President, a U.S. Navy veteran, a Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, and a humanitarian who dedicated his life to promoting peace, democracy, and human rights.\"

Justice Abroad

The case of Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen, has raised serious questions about the protection of citizens abroad, the role of the Indian government in handling such cases, and the broader implications of foreign legal systems on our nationals.

Decency Personified

He perhaps knew of his own constraints, compulsions, and limitations, and never resorted to what is normal now - aggressive whataboutery, hate mongering or even incendiary sarcasm. He remained measured, professional and honest till his last breath. Importantly, it wasn't just his partisan rivals or individuals from his selected staff who pushed him under the proverbial bus, but also folks from his own party or leadership who dimmed his authority whilst he was in office

New Orleans Terror

The New Year's Eve attack in New Orleans, when an US Army veteran drove a truck into a crowd of revellers, has shaken America and raised difficult questions about the rising threat of ISIS-inspired violence in everyday spaces.

2002 murder: SC notice to Dera Sacha Sauda head on CBI's plea against acquittal

The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh and four others on a plea by the CBI challenging the 28 May 2024, Punjab and Haryana High Court judgment acquitting them in the 2002 murder of the sect's former manager Ranjit Singh.

BPSC row: Pappu Yadav's supporters stage 'rail roko'; Prashant Kishor booked

Supporters of Purnea MP Pappu Yadav on Friday held a rail blockade at Sachiwalay Halt station in Patna to press their demand for cancellation of the recent Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination.

Two set themselves afire in toxic waste incineration protest in MP

Both men remained hospitalised but they were out of danger

Congress Demands Income Support to India's Poor in Budget 2025

The Congress, on Friday, demanded a provision of income support to the country's poor and tax relief for the middle classes in the forthcoming Union Budget.

ED raid on senior DMK Minister Duraimurugan's residence

Even as the Enforcement Directorate was carrying out a raid on the residence of senior most DMK Minister and party General Secretary Duraimurugan at Katpadi in Vellore district on Friday, he called on Chief Minister MK Stalin at the secretariat here.

Shah Reviews Progress of Development Projects in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep

Chairing the 7th meeting of the Island Development Agency (IDA) here on Friday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the progress of ongoing development initiatives in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.

Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau Issues Summons to KTR

The ED has already summoned Mr Rao to appear before the central agency on 7 January

Healthy mind foundation of healthy society: Prez Murmu

Observing that a healthy mind is the foundation of a healthy society, President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed confidence that compassion and kindness along with knowledge and wisdom would guide doctors and other mental healthcare experts in providing the highest quality of care at all times, in all situations.

Almost 7k visit Sebaashray camps on Day 2

Sebaashray, an initiative to provide free health service to the residents in Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency has evoked great response from the people.

Under DMK govt, history sheeters & sexual offenders roam freely: BJP's Annamalai slams CM MK Stalin

Tamil Nadu BJP President K Annamalai on Friday criticized Chief Minister MK Stalin's government over the Anna University sexual assault case, claiming that under the DMK, history sheeters and sexual offenders operate freely as DMK functionaries while BJP Tamil Nadu functionaries are being constantly harassed for being the voice of the people.

Commuters to soon enjoy faster & safer long-distance train travel

New year is all set to bring faster and safer rail travel to commuters in India.

The empanelled IPS officers of West Bengal are Parul Kush, Anjan Chakraborty, R N Banerjee, Swapan Sarkar, Songmit Lepcha, Dhrubajyoti De, Krishnakali Lahiri, Amit P Javalgi, Santosh Pandey, Solomon Nesakumar and C Sudhakar

With their empanelment approved by the ACC they can now join the central government as inspector general (IG) or its equivalent if they get clearance from their respective state governments

ER catches 1,830 ticketless travellers in a single day

In an intensive drive against ticketless journeys, the Sealdah division of the Eastern Railway detected 1,830 cases across its stations on a single day.

Dhamra Port bags highest PAR Excellence award in NCQC 2024

The Dhamra Port Company Limited participated in this National convention in Quality Circle concept and presented the case studies.

Sit-in protest in front of Rkl airport

Members of the Rourkela Airport Action Committee (RAAC) are on an indefinite 'sit in' demonstration with its four demands in front of the airport.

Paradip Marathon' Held on Port Foundation Day

The 20th Paradip Marathon 2025 was conducted on Friday on the occasion of 64th Port Foundation Day with PPA Chairman P.L. Haranadh flagging it off at Hanuman Temple Square in the presence of Nilabhra Dasgupta, Dy. Chairman, PPA.

Rourkela Police Crackdown on Drug Peddlers

Rourkela Police have started its big drive against drug activities by conducting a major raid in Meena Pada here on Friday.

BJD to Stage Mass Protest Against Price Rise on 6 January

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has announced a mass protest on 6 January against the sharp rise in the prices of essential commodities, which has burdened rural populations.

Drunk Brothers Set Fire to Own House

Two brothers allegedly set their own house on fire in an inebriated state on Thursday night at Banapur village.

Union Minister Oram Inaugurates Sundargarh Mahotsav

The Sundargarh Zilla Mahotshab Jatra-2025 was inaugurated by Union Minister Juel Oram at the Jatra Padia on Thursday.

Bijay Patnaik urges govt to immediately disburse input subsidy to farmers

Former Chief Secretary Bijay Patnaik on Friday emphasized the need for swift government action to support farmers devastated by unseasonal rains.

AAP-DA ko hatana hai, BJP ko lana hai: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a blistering attack on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its supremo Arvind Kejriwal, saying they have looted the people of Delhi in the last 10 years and expressed confidence that the BJP will dislodge them from power in the coming Assembly election.

MEA Declines to Comment on Sheikh Hasina Extradition Plea

Sheikh Hasina fled Dhaka and sought refuge in India after stepping down in the wake of nationwide student-led protests sparked the collapse of her 25-year tenure.

India Lodges Protest With China Over New Counties

MEA also raised concerns over Brahmaputra hydropower project in Tibet

India Has Always Stood By Maldives: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said India has always stood by the Maldives, adding the Indian Ocean archipelago is a concrete expression of New Delhi's \"Neighbourhood First\" policy.

Finch backs Virat Kohli amid poor form, controversies

Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch said that star India batter Virat Kohli is trying to \"pick up a fight\" and is \"trying to be antagonistic\" because that is when he plays at his best and puts all his skills on the show.