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Senior US officials in Damascus

Top US diplomats were expected to hold Washington's first in-person official meetings with Syria's new de facto rulers led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham in Damascus on Friday, hoping to gauge what plans the former al Qaeda affiliate has for the country.

RUSSIA FIRES MISSILES AT KYIV, ONE DEAD

Hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke about unconditional talks with Ukraine in an effort to end the war, its forces hit military targets in Ukraine with long-range high-precision weapons on Friday in response to an attack on Russia's Rostov region this week in which Ukraine used US and British-supplied missiles, the Russian Defence Ministry said.

IRAN TRIES TO BUILD TIES WITH NEW SYRIA

Loss of authority in Syria after fall of Bashar al-Assad adds to domestic and international crises facing Iranian leaders

Trump-backed spending Bill fails House test

A spending bill backed by Donald Trump failed in the US House of Representatives on Thursday as several Republicans defied the President-elect, leaving Congress with no clear plan to avert a fast-approaching government shutdown a step closer.

Bibi eyes Iran after dismantling its allies

After the fall of Syrian president Bashar al-Assad, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to cement his strategic goals: tightening his military control over Gaza, thwarting Iran's nuclear ambitions and capitalising on the dismantling of Tehran's allies -- Palestinian Hamas, and Lebanon's Hezbollah.

ICE deported highest number of illegals since '14

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported more than 270,000 people to 192 countries over a recent 12-month period, the highest annual tally in a decade, according to a report released on Thursday that illustrates some of the financial and operational challenges that President-elect Donald Trump will face to carry out his pledge of mass deportations.

Kurds fear rise of IS again

OLD THREATS IN NEW SYRIA | As Turkish-backed forces advance, US-backed militia commander warns of resurgence of 'Daesh'

Volatile mix: Bhujbal omission, rise of OBCs & Maratha clout

Maharashtra's turmoil deepens with Bhujbal's exclusion, OBC unrest, and the gruesome murder of a sarpanch

Strength Beyond Trauma

Gisele Pelicot, 71 and grandmother, has become a quiet and unlikely icon of strength and grace across the world to millions

Cybercrime epidemic in India: Urgent need to curb mounting threats

India's cybercrime hotspots demand immediate attention as financial scams and sextortion devastate countless lives.

ZP CEO pays surprise visit to GP in Hunsur

Zilla Panchayat chief executive officer (ZP CEO) Gayatri KM has directed taluk panchayat officials to initiate all measures for construction of the new building of Kallahalli Gram Panchayat and ensure the effective functioning of Bapuji Seva Kendra at the GP.

'Molesting girls': School staff booked

Gundlupet Police have filed a FIR against a staffer of Melukamanahalli Morarji Desai Residential School at Gundlupet taluk of Chamarajanagar district for allegedly molesting minor girls of the school.

Shocked and sad, says Hebbalkar accusing BJP MLC of using derogatory word

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DKS rules out interference in police action against BJP leader

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Friday ruled out any government interference in the police action and arrest of BJP MLC C T Ravi, who was held for allegedly using a derogatory word against minister Laxmi Hebbalkar.

Memory of socialist martyrs to aid harmony

At a time when communalism threatens social harmony, All India Democratic Students Organisation (AIDSO) said that it was highlighting the martyrdom of Hindu and Muslim socialists at the hands of British colonialists to bridge gaps.

Sack Mallikarjun, Congress Davangere dist MLA tells DKS

Infighting has broken out in the Congress, this time in Davangere district, as Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga wrote to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar demanding sacking of Minister for Horticulture, Mines and Geology SS Mallikarjun from the Cabinet over alleged undermining of party interests.

Infra projects highlights misplaced priorities of BBMP

A stimulating discussion on \"Misplaced Priorities of BBMP's Infrastructure Projects\" was held on December 20, 2024, at Gandhi Bhavan, Bengaluru.

Kannada meet chairman seeks fair share of central taxes

Folk expert Go Ru Channabasappa on Friday wants the state government to initiate measures to protect Kannada besides reaching out to the younger generation by utilizing technology effectively.

Fast selling out Ed Sheeran show prompts organisers to add extra show

Good news to Ed Sheeran's fans in Bengaluru who weren't able to get affordable tickets the first time round.

Arrested BJP leader slams police for 'violating' human rights

Karnataka BJP MLC C T Ravi, who has been arrested for allegedly using a derogatory word against Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar, on Friday accused the police of \"violating\" human rights, as he alleged that they took him on rounds the entire night to various places in the district.

Dalit speaker faced humiliation in TG Assembly: Seethakka

Minister for Panchayat Raj Seethakka stated that Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was disrespected in Parliament, and the Dalit Speaker faced humiliation in the Telangana Assembly.

Job fair to be held in IIIT Nuziveedu

Andhra Pradesh Housing and Information and Public Relations Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy inaugurated the 'Mega Job Mela' at IIIT Nuziveedu on Friday along with Eluru District Collector K. Vetriselvi.

BC hostel managements to be firmed up

The Andhra Pradesh BC & EWS welfare, Handlooms & Textiles minister S. Savita said on Thursday that an inspection app is being developed to improve the monitoring and performance of BC hostels in the state.

Time to launch new phase of self-reliance in defence

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the time is now ripe for launching a new phase of self-reliance in defence production by manufacturing technologically advanced equipment within the country.

Missing Child App launched in Vijayawada

NTR district Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said on Friday that based on past experiences and correcting the shortcomings, arrangements are being made to provide hassle free digital services to the lakhs of devotees who will come for Bhavani's Deeksha conclusion ceremonies.

US Government launches children's book series to promote gender empowerment

U.S. Ambassador to India Eric M. Garcetti reaffirmed the U.S. government's commitment to girls' education by launching a new children's book series to promote gender-inclusive learning.

CBSE inspects two schools in state

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) recently conducted surprise inspections at 29 schools across six regions to assess compliance with its regulations.

Enforce Disturbed Areas Act strictly

RAJKOT MLAs WORRY| Want to safeguard peace amid allegations that some individuals of a particular community are putting pressure on locals to sell their property

Schoolkids visit NIFT, Daman

Central Primary English Medium School students of Silvassa from classes 6th, 7th and 8th visited the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) campus in Daman.

Ahd flyers opt for connecting flights to save on int'l airfare

Travelers from Ahmedabad increasingly prefer connecting flights through Mumbai or Delhi to save on international airfare, as direct flights from Ahmedabad remain significantly costlier.