Fri, December 27, 2024

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BPR 2024: Narendra Modi Secures Historic Third Term: Challenges And Achievements in Focus

Narendra Modi was sworn in as India's Prime Minister for a record third consecutive term in 2024, a milestone that cements his legacy as one of the country's

by: MSN

South Korea: Acting president's impeachment extends upheaval

Lawmakers have impeached acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, deepening South Korea's political turmoil. The nation's politics is likely to be confrontational and chaotic for the foreseeable future.

by: MSN

Vladimir Putin: Russia is 'striving' to end the conflict in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin says Russia is 'striving' to end the conflict in Ukraine. The Russian President said the Government was prepared to use intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missiles or to use more powerful intermediate-range weapons.

by: MSN

Why my organization just launched an inquiry into Musk and Ramaswamy's DOGE

As co-chairs of DOGE, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, will not be bound by conflict-of-interest law. But the law says such groups must operate with transparency.

by: Yahoo

Dear Democrats: I survived the Biden administration. You'll survive Trump. | Opinion

Democrats won't love a Trump administration. I certainly couldn't stand the Biden-Harris administration, and I'm glad to see it come to an end.

by: Firstpost

Why Manmohan Singh was always spotted wearing a blue turban

As India mourns the loss of former PM Manmohan Singh, reflections of his public life are once again in the spotlight, including his iconic blue turban. But do you know the reason behind his fashionable colour choice?

by: MSN

Anger and frustration over new National Park

An extended public consultation into whether Galloway should become Scotland's third national park reaches the halfway point.

by: CounterPunch

Deception and Politics From Washington to Tel Aviv

In these difficult times, the voice of the late Palestinian-American scholar, Edward Said is ever present, "Writing is the final resistance we have

by: MSN

Starmer smothering Britain in red tape as Labour found to have established new quango every week since election win

Labour has created 25 new quangos since taking office, averaging one unelected body per week, analysis has revealed. The proliferation of arms-length bodies, task forces and advisory councils comes as economic growth has stalled following Labour's election victory and £40billion in tax rises.

by: Mediaite

Elon Musk Endorses Post Suggesting Americans Are Too 'Retarded' To Do Skilled Jobs

Billionaire Trump surrogate Elon Musk endorsed a post on Thursday which suggested Americans were too "retarded" to be hired for skilled jobs.

by: MSN

Councils can't make halal certification a 'must' for licence renewal, says Nga

by: MSN

How Manmohan Singh revitalised India's economy and global standing

As the chief architect of India's 1991 economic liberalisation, Manmohan Singh's policies helped steer India away from a severe financial crisis, positioning the country as one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

by: MSN

Manmohan Singh, Indian ex-PM and architect of economic reform, dies at 92

Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92. Singh was one of India's longest-serving prime ministers and he was considered the architect of key liberalising economic reforms,

by: MSN

Government 'committed' to banning trail hunting

As Boxing Day hunts gather, campaigners have urged the government to deliver on its manifesto pledge.

by: Forbes

How Long Will US Energy Sector, And Government, Survive A High Dollar

Major US stakeholders historically loved a strong dollar. This is changing as the high dollar is forcing foreign governments to sell bonds, increasing rates the US pays.

by: MSN

Why MAGA turning against their own? Nikki Haley and Laura Loomer slam Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy on immigration

Amid growing criticism of Sriram Krishnan's controversial stance on immigration, Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy took to social media to defend the hiring trends in tech, emphasizing cultural factors over intellectual capabilities.

by: MSN

I have represented Glasgow at the city chambers, Holyrood and now Westminister

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by: MSN

The taxpayers who fought Solihull Council and won in 2024

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: MSN

Why Musk and Vance's efforts to normalize this extreme-right party in Germany is so alarming

Elon Musk and Trump's vice president-elect JD Vance praised AfD, a German political party so extreme that other European far-right parties booted it from their coalition.

by: MSN

Sara Netanyahu suspected of political harassment, Israel's AG orders probe

It's the latest in a long line of legal troubles for the Netanyahus with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in a series of cases alleging he exchanged favours with powerful media moguls and wealthy associates.

by: BBC

What to watch out for in Welsh politics in 2025

Early in 2025 the focus will shift to buses, which carry three-quarters of all Welsh public transport journeys. Waiting for the Bus Bill has been a bit like waiting for, errr... a bus. It's been a while, with these plans having first been published in 2022.

by: Reuters

Canada ministers to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly will meet aides to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs,
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by: Sky

Reform UK overtakes Conservative membership - Nigel Farage calls it 'historic', Kemi Badenoch says numbers are 'fake'

Reform UK and Nigel Farage have been involved in a series of furious exchanges online with Tory leader Kemi Badenoch.

by: cnbctv18

Dr. Manmohan Singh Live Updates: State mourning in India till Jan 1; Last rites to be held on Saturday: Congress

Here are the live updates on former PM Dr Manmohan Sing's death and reactions on his demise with CNBC-TV18's blog

by: cnbctv18

LIVE BLOG: Last rites of Dr Manmohan Singh's to be conducted with full state honour, 7 day mourning likely

Here are the live updates on former PM Dr Manmohan Sing's death and reactions on his demise with CNBC-TV18's blog

by: Reuters

Manmohan Singh, India's reluctant prime minister, dies aged 92

Described as a "reluctant king" in his first stint as prime minister, the quietly spoken Manmohan Singh was arguably one of India's most successful leaders.

by: Oneindia

Manmohan Singh: The Scholar Who Transformed India's Economy and Politics

Explore the legacy of Manmohan Singh, India's former Prime Minister, who transformed the economy and introduced key reforms during his tenure.

by: NDTV

Manmohan Singh: India's 'Reforms' Man And Politician With A Difference

He drew the roadmap of India's economic reform, unshackled it from the licence raj and pulled it back from the brink when even all its gold reserve was pledged.

by: MSN

Trump Is First 'Republican President' With A Pathway To Cannabis Reform, Says Former Adviser

Bryan Lanza, a former adviser to President-elect Donald Trump and now a lobbyist for the cannabis industry, says the incoming administration may pave the way for significant marijuana policy reforms.

by: MSN

"Please take care of us": Low-income Trump voters worry he'll cut benefits they rely on

Please don't cut the things that help the most vulnerable," a Pennsylvania Trump voter pleaded in an interview

by: MSN

'Please take care of us': Pennsylvania Trump voter begs GOP not to cut Social Security

Residents of unincorporated New Castle, Pennsylvania, drove a surge in support for Donald Trump in 2024. Now, they're counting on him not to cut their Social Security benefits, The Washington Post reported.

by: MSN

Russian attempts to establish foothold in Kherson Oblast remain unsuccessful, says regional governor

Ukrainian forces have observed increased activity from the aggressor, who has been maneuvering live forces and equipment in the region. Despite these efforts, all attempts by the Russians to advance have been unsuccessful.

by: MSN

'Was offered CM post, they came...': Sonu Sood makes SHOCKING claim, reveals why he didn't join politics

Recently in an interview actor Sonu Sood revealed that he got offers to become Chief Minister or Deputy Chief Minister. Read on to find more details.

by: MSN

School vouchers remain a GOP priority even as voters reject them

School voucher programs championed by President-elect Trump have faced stiff headwinds from voters but remain a priority for the incoming Republican-led Congress and the White House. Why it matters: Republican supporters often cite "universal school choice" when backing these measures.

by: MSN

Reviving family detention centers is part of Trump deportation push: Report

by: MSN

'Just for me': Providence mayor explains why he converted to Judaism

Mayor Brett Smiley explained why he decided to start working with Rabbi Sarah Mack, who serves as Senior Rabbi of Temple Beth-El in Providence, to explore if that could be his "new home."

by: NDTV

"Immense Loss For The Nation": India Mourns Ex-PM Manmohan Singh

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh died at the age of 92 at AIIMS Delhi, the family said. He was being treated for age-related medical conditions, AIIMS said.

by: MSN

Morocco dismisses allegations of destabilizing Egypt as forged Algerian propaganda

Moroccan officials and experts have condemned allegations promoted by Algerian media accusing Morocco of plotting to destabilize Egypt as baseless and fabricated. The claims center on an alleged falsified correspondence between the Moroccan Embassy in Cairo and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Rabat.

by: MSN

Former Border Patrol chief slams Newsom blocking deportations and 'rule of law'

by: MSN

Trump names Panama ambassador amid threats to take back canal

President-elect Donald Trump has named a Florida lawmaker to be his ambassador to Panama, days after he threatened to take back the Panama Canal. Kevin Marino Cabrera, a Republican commissioner in Miami-Dade County,

by: MSN

Mary Murphy, longest-serving woman in Minnesota House, dies at 85

Mary Murphy, the longest-serving woman and second-longest-serving member of the Minnesota House, died on Christmas Day at the age of 85, according to Democratic House Speaker Melissa Hortman.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Suggests Wayne Gretzky for Canada PM: What Are His Politics?

President-elect Donald Trump has floated the idea of ice hockey pro Wayne Gretzky running to be the leader of Canada in the future. The incoming Republican president said that Gretzky would make an excellent prime minister,

by: MSN

Presidential Office Stages Civil Defense War Games Simulating Chinese Invasion - TaiwanPlus News

Taiwan's presidential office has staged tabletop exercises simulating how civil society would respond to a Chinese invasion, with a focus on how to protect and repair infrastructure in case of a conflict and how to mobilize civilians.

by: MSN

PAM praises Family Code review and urges swift action

The Political Bureau of the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) held an extraordinary meeting Wednesday at the party's central headquarters in Rabat. Chaired by Fatima-Zahra Mansouri, the national coordinator for the collective leadership of the general secretariat,

by: MSN

Migrant crisis: More than 700 migrants cross Channel illegally over Christmas and Boxing Day

Hundreds of migrants have crossed the English Channel illegally today, GB News can confirm, bringing total crossings over Christmas and Boxing Day to more than 700. According to the official Home Office figures,

by: MSN

Former law review editors lay out roadmap for not certifying Trump's win

President-elect Donald Trump should be disqualified under the Fourteenth Amendment's Insurrection Clause when Congress gathers to certify the results of the 2024 election, wrote Evan Davis and David Schulte for The Hill.

by: MSN

Myanmar's Arakan Army: Why it should be taken seriously

The Arakan Army's growing territorial gains, and seemingly undeterred momentum, have raised questions about the rebel group's ultimate goal.

by: MSN

Gov Abiodun appoints Oluwatoyin Taiwo as Chief of Staff

Dr Manmohan Singh leaves a long legacy: His political, economic achievements

Dr Manmohan Singh, who held the Finance portfolio in his early political days, played a key role in ushering in economic reforms in the 1990s.

The article from MSN discusses the legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh, India's former Prime Minister, focusing on his significant contributions to both politics and economics. Dr. Singh, known for his role in the 1991 economic liberalization as Finance Minister, is credited with initiating reforms that opened up the Indian economy, leading to substantial growth and integration into the global market. During his tenure as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, he continued to influence economic policy, notably through the implementation of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), which aimed at enhancing rural employment. His leadership was marked by a quiet, scholarly approach, often described as understated yet impactful. Despite facing criticism for policy paralysis and corruption scandals towards the end of his term, his contributions to India's economic framework, his role in fostering inclusive growth, and his integrity in public life are highlighted as enduring aspects of his legacy.

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https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/dr-manmohan-singh-leaves-a-long-legacy-his-political-economic-achievements/ar-AA1wwTcw