• Tue, December 10, 2024

by: The Press of Atlantic City

NJ Transit CEO stepping down

The move comes months after a series of high-profile rail service disruptions and cancellations led to widespread anger among commuters.

by: Hindustan Times

SM Krishna: Man who played key role in transforming Bengaluru into global IT hub

Krishna served as Karnataka's chief minister from 1999 to 2004 and as India's external affairs minister, in his six-decade long political career

by: Firstpost

The life and legacy of SM Krishna, who built 'Brand Bengaluru'

Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna passed away at his residence early Tuesday (December 10) morning. The 92-year-old is recognised for having transformed Bengaluru into India's Silicon Valley

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'Day late and a dollar short': Coalition slams anti-Semitism taskforce

The Albanese government's anti-Semitism taskforce is "a day late and a dollar short", opposition home affairs spokesman James Paterson has said.

by: Telangana Today

Former MEA and Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna passes away at 92

The 92-year-old veteran politician was ailing for quite some time, a family source said. "S M Krishna is no more. He breathed his last at 2:45 am at his residence. Mortal remains are likely to be taken to Maddur today,

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Gwede Mantashe Says No Political Party Can Collapse the Government of National Unity

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by: Alabama Public Radio

How Kash Patel has used children's books and podcasts to promote conspiracy theories

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2027 Presidency: Atiku Replies Tinubu's Government

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by: The Nation

The Courts, Trump, and Us: A Q&A With David Cole

Last time, the courts were an essential checking force on the Trump administration. This time around, they seem much less promising.

by: Cambrian News

'Extreme anxiety, anger and distress' over fuel poverty

The older people's commissioner for Wales called for funding to alleviate the impact of winter fuel payment cuts amid "extreme anxiety, anger and distress" over fuel poverty.

by: Mail & Guardian

ANC won't recall SACP ministers over decision to contest 2026 local government elections

The ANC says it will not remove ministers of the South African Communist Party ( SACP) from the cabinet despite its alliance partner's decision to contest the 2026 local government elections alone.

by: The Independent

Rachel Reeves warns ministers of cuts as 'every pound' of government spending to face review

In letters sent by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, departments will be told 'difficult' spending decisions will be required.

by: Rolling Stone

Trump's Biggest Lies From His 'Meet the Press' Interview

President-elect Trump spread falsehoods about immigrants, Obamacare and the 2020 election during his 'Meet the Press' interview.

by: Hindustan Times

SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and Maharashtra governor, dies at 92

SM Krishna was the chief minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004 and the governor of Maharashtra from 2004 to 2008.

by: The Independent

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In letters sent by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, departments will be told 'difficult' spending decisions will be required

by: RTE Online

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by: MSN

How many millions of American kids might see their parents deported by Trump?

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Why Trump Can Probably Get Away With a Mass Government Purge

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

'Continue to listen and engage to all viewpoints'

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by: MSN

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PA congressman reveals new details about suspect's arrest

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SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and Maharashtra governor, dies at 92

SM Krishna was the chief minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004 and the governor of Maharashtra from 2004 to 2008.
S.M. Krishna, a prominent Indian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka and later as the Governor of Maharashtra, passed away at the age of 90 in Bengaluru. His death was confirmed by his family, and he had been hospitalized for a brief period before his demise. Krishna was known for his significant contributions to Karnataka's development during his tenure as Chief Minister from 1999 to 2004. He also held the position of External Affairs Minister under the UPA government led by Manmohan Singh. His political career was marked by his affiliation with the Congress party, although he later joined the BJP. Tributes poured in from various political leaders, highlighting his role in shaping state and national politics, his affable nature, and his contributions to India's foreign policy.

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