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Biden meets with European allies as Trump's new term possibility hangs over

Even in Germany, it's hard for President Joe Biden to escape the topic of Donald Trump.

RIFT IN INDIA-CANADA RELATIONS DUE TO POLITICAL AMBITIONS OF TRUDEAU

Global affairs keep changing their shape based on the common multilateral objectives of various nations, their national interests and the political will of their leaders. Amid this complex criss-cross of personal political agenda of the leaders, national interests of their respective nations and the bilateral & multilateral developments, this week also emanated with various developments across the world. However, the diplomatic brawl between Canadian and Indian governments took a centre stage in the global affairs.

HARRIS TO JOIN OBAMAS IN GEORGIA, MICHIGAN CAMPAIGNS

Vice President Kamala Harris will make her first campaign appearances with Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, two of the most popular figures in the Democratic Party, at get-out-the-vote events this month in Georgia and Michigan.

SINWAR KILLING BEGINNING OF END OF WAR IN GAZA: NETANYAHU

Hours after Israel confirmed the killing of Hamas chief and mastermind of October 7 attacks, Yahya Sinwar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the people of Gaza, saying the war can end as soon as tomorrow, if Hamas agrees to lay down its arms and return the hostages.

India sends first tranche of 11 tons of medical aid to Lebanon

The remaining supplies are expected to follow in the coming days, marking a significant step in India's commitment to aiding Lebanon during this crisis.

Indian Navy's first training squadron departs Bahrain

A delegation from 1TS including sea trainees visited Naval Support Facility, Bahrain gaining insights into Task Force 59, USNAVCENT and CMF operations.

BRICS countries exceed GDP of G7 nations: Putin

He said that the countries that are part of the BRICS are in fact the drivers of global economic growth.

Reconsider actions: Taiwan to China amid 'diehard separatists' reports

Taipei has urged Beijing to reconsider its actions after China's Taiwan Affairs Office (TAO) announced it had received numerous reports on individuals labeled as \"diehard Taiwan independence separatists.\"

"'India Week' showcases vibrant Indian culture at 'Riyadh Season'

The celebrations for 'India Week' commenced in Saudi Arabia on Thursday, as part of Riyadh Season, showcasing the vibrant Indian culture and harmony.

Govt using coercive ways to get constitutional amendments approved: Pak opp lawmakers

Pak opposition lawmakers accused Shehbaz Sharifled govt of using coercive tactics to get constitutional amendments approved.

Indian community in Malawi living link between two countries: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu lauded the role of Indian community in Malawi, and said the diaspora is serving as a living link between the two nations.

SC recalls its judgement which struck down Section 3 and Section 5 of Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act, 1988

The Supreme Court in the case Union of India v. Ganpati Dealcom Pvt Ltd recalled its 2022 judgement wherein the court struck down Section 3(2) and Section 5 of the Benami Transactions (Prohibition) Act 1988 as unconstitutional.

Allahabad High Court denies bail to man accused of damaging Lord Shiva idols: Cannot let such offences flourish in society

The Allahabad High Court in the case Shahrukh vs. State Of UP observed and has denied bail to a man who is being accused of destroying the idols of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and attempting to kill the priest of a Temple in the Bareilly district of the state.

SC:IN MOTOR ACCIDENT CLAIMS, PREPONDERANCE OF PROBABILITIES MUST BE APPLIED; NOT PROOF BEYOND REASONABLE DOUBT

The Supreme Court in the case Sajeena Ikhbal & Ors. Versus Mini Babu George & Ors observed that in the cases of motor accident, the court must apply the principle of preponderance of probability and cannot apply the test of proof beyond reasonable doubt.

Supreme Court dismisses Karnataka's plea against anticipatory bail granted to Bhavani Revanna in kidnapping case

The Supreme Court in the case State of Karnataka v. Bhavani Revanna observed and has dismissed the petition filed by Karnataka challenging the grant of anticipatory bail to Bhavani Revanna in a case involving allegations of kidnapping of a woman.

Supreme Court to Consider Adjudicating Authority under PMLA provision

The Supreme Court in the case The Joint Director versus Eastern Institute For Integrated Learning In Management University observed wherein the Division bench passed an order directing that 6 cases, where the issue is raised as to whether Adjudicating Authority under Prevention of Money Laundering Act, PMLA ought to have one Judicial Member, be placed before the Chief Justice of India so that they can be listed before one Bench.

Punjab and Haryana High Court imposes Rs 10,000 cost on District Judge for using 'pick and choose policy' to deny benefit to clerk

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Munish Gautam v. State of Punjab and others observed and has imposed the cost for an amount of Rs.10,000 on a District and Sessions judge for adopting a 'pick and choose policy' in denying the benefit of 2nd Assured Career Progression, ACP to a clerk posted in his Court.

VK Saxena defamation case: Delhi court adjourns hearing Medha Patkar’s appeal after part arguments

Delhi's Saket Court on Friday adjourned the hearing on an appeal filed by social activist Medha Patkar after hearing her counsel's part arguements. Patkar has challenged her conviction and sentence in a defamation case filed by the incumbent LG VK Saxena 24 years ago.

UPSC postpones Engineering Services Exam-2025

The Union Public Service Commission on Friday postponed the Engineering Services Examination-2025 to give \"sufficient time\" to the aspirants to prepare for the recruitment test, according to an official statement.The development came after the government decided that the recruitment to the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) would be made through both the Civil Services Examinations (for Traffic, Accounts and Personnel sub-cadres) and the ESE (for Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Signal and Telecommunication and Stores sub-cadres).

‘Congress an ally but…’: Sanjay Raut on seat-sharing challenges within I.N.D.I.A. bloc

In preparation for the Maharashtra Assembly Elections on November 20, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut announced on Friday that he plans to discuss seat-sharing arrangements with Rahul Gandhi for the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance and noted that there were many seats on which decisions remained pending.

Over 400 policemen fined for ticketless travel between GZB-Kanpur

Shashi Kant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer, North Central Railway, said the Indian Railways regularly conducts drives to check unauthorised travellers.

UP: PWD issues demolition notice for Bahraich violence accused over illegal construction

The recent encounter in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked a heated debate between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition.

SC urges Parliament to ban child betrothals, cites rights violation

A bench of Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra said child betrothal takes away from them their choice of partner and life paths before they mature and form the ability to assert their agency.

INDIA AMONG FIVE COUNTRIES WITH LARGEST NUMBER OF PEOPLE

India has 234 million people living in poverty, which is medium Human Development Index, placing the country among five globally with the largest number of people living in poverty.

Govt slashes TDS default charges to 1.5%

The new guidelines by Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) for the compounding of offences under the Income-tax Act, 1961, aim to make the process easier and more accessible for taxpayers, according to a statement by Ministry of Finance.

FM invites Mexican firms to partner with startups, academia

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday urged Mexican firms to explore collaborations with startups as well as academic institutions and take advantage of India's business-friendly policies.

Real estate is the most preferred investment option: Report

Despite all-time high markets and high double-digit returns in mutual funds, report by FICCI-ANAROCK, reveals that 59 per cent of respondents choose real estate as the most preferred investment option.

India ranks second in generative AI adoption: Report

India is rapidly adopting Generative AI (GenAI) platforms, emerging as a global leader in several use cases, second only to the United States, highlighted a report 'Gen AI in consumer applications' by SimilarWeb (L3M)

RBI may act against more NBFCs to check obscure lending practices: Morgan Stanley

As Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday sought action against four Non Banking Financial Companies asking them to cease and desist from making new loan sanctions and disbursements, a report by Morgan Stanley suggests more lending companies might face similar scrutiny.

RATE CUT AT THIS STAGE WILL BE PREMATURE AND VERY VERY RISKY, SAYS RBI GUV

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das on Friday said that interest rate cut at this stage will be 'premature, and very, very risky'.