• Thu, December 26, 2024

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: 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: 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: 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

Universities tell international students to return to U.S. before Trump's inauguration

The potential for mass deportations and travel restrictions has spurred more than a dozen U.S. universities to tell international students to return to the United States before Jan. 20.

by: MSN

Relief, defiance, anger: Families and advocates react to Biden's death row commutations

Victims' families and others affected by crimes that resulted in federal death row convictions shared a range of emotions on Monday, from relief to anger, after

by: MSN

ICE deports former high-ranking Somalian military official accused of torture and terror

ICE officials in Washington, D.C., deported a former high-ranking Somalian military officer who allegedly carried out torture, terror and other human rights abuses on civilians.

by: MSN

Newport-Mesa Seeks To Fill Vacancy On School Board

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — The Newport-Mesa Unified School District is searching for a new trustee to represent Area 5. The vacancy opened up after former Area 5 Trustee Michelle Barto was voted to the Newport Beach City Council in November. The Area 5 District ...

by: MSN

Schumer reveals what he thinks could be Dems' 'strongest barrier' for Trump's second term

Donald Trump's sweeping electoral victory allowed him to consolidate power within his own party, but the Democratic resistance to the incoming president is starting to take shape and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) revealed a key strategy for how to handle the new administration.

by: MSN

Former Dr. Manmohan Singh Biography: Age, Education, Political Career, Awards and Honours

Manmohan Singh was an Indian economist and politician, born on 26 September 1932 in Gah, West Punjab, now part of Pakistan. Manmohan Singh was the Prime Minister of India from 2004 until 2014. He is remembered as the first Sikh Prime Minister of India and is held on a certain pedestal due to the major transformation India's economy has seen under his work.

by: MSN

Jack Smith's team preparing now for Trump retribution extending even to spouses: report

Donald Trump has promised revenge and retribution against special counsel Jack Smith after the appointed prosecutor was brought into the Justice Department to investigate suspected crimes from the ex-president.

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

Senate advances Social Security Fairness Act

Last night, the Senate passed our Social Security Fairness Act. This means teachers, firefighters, police officers, and other public servants in AZ will get the Social Security benefits they earned - a clear win for families across our state.

by: MSN

Membership of UK's anti-immigration Reform party surpasses Conservatives

Membership of Britain's upstart anti-immigration Reform UK party has overtaken that of the centre-right Conservative Party for the first time, the party said Thursday, as Tories disputed the numbers.

by: MSN

Donald Trump wishes 'Merry Christmas' to 'left lunatics' in frenzy of social posts

US President Joe Biden and incoming successor Donald Trump shared contrasting Christmas messages. Biden sent a traditional message of kindness and compassion. Trump, on the other hand, criticized the radical left,

by: MSN

'Manmohan Singh Lost Consciousness At Home': What AIIMS Statement Said

Manmohan Singh lost consciousness suddenly at his residence on Thursday evening and was immediately rushed to the emergency department of AIIMS Delhi at 8:06 pm.

by: MSN

Zelenskyy talks to Serbian president about strengthening relations

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has held a telephone conversation with his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar VuÄ?ić. Source: European Pravda, citing Zelenskyy on X (Twitter) Details: Zelenskyy said he discussed "strengthening relations" between Ukraine and Serbia with VuÄ?ić and thanked Belgrade for its financial and humanitarian support.

by: MSN

Dan Crenshaw Goes OFF on Catturd and 'Sad Little' MAGA 'Trolls' Smearing Him: 'A Total Lie'

Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) teed off on a number of "sad little" MAGA "trolls" who spent Christmas eve and day lobbing a false accusation at the congressman. The post Dan Crenshaw Goes OFF on Catturd and 'Sad Little' MAGA 'Trolls' Smearing Him: 'A Total Lie' first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MSN

CoreCivic, Geo Group Rally By Double Digits Since Election Day: Why Trump Boosts Private Prison Stocks

President-elect Donald Trump's second term could provide for-profit prisons an economic and regulatory boon amid Trump's plans to deport people living in the country illegally. Private Prisons: Corecivic Inc (NYSE:CXW) and Geo Group Inc (NYSE:GEO) are the two largest private prison operators in the United States.

by: MSN

'It's in a lot of labor contracts': Trump's plans for gov't workers headed for brick wall

President-elect Donald Trump's threat to fire thousands of federal workers unless they return to their office spaces will be met with fierce resistance from employees - and their union contracts, according to a Washington Post report.

by: MSN

The great liberaliser: Manmohan Singh dies at 92

Manmohan Singh instituted a string of social protection schemes that boosted rural wages and bolstered marginalised communities

by: MSN

Mergers that were blocked or challenged by the Biden admin in 2024

Several prominent mergers and acquisitions have been blocked or challenged by the Biden-Harris administration in 2024, including the proposed deal between Albertsons and Kroger.

by: MSN

'Want to go to prison?' MAGA lawyer threatens Arizona AG

Pro-Donald Trump lawyer Mike Davis of the Article III Project is going after Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, claiming, "You disenfranchised AZ voters and stole your election from Abraham Hamadeh.

by: MSN

Hochul signs $75B climate superfund bill targeting oil companies

Oil and gas companies could be on the hook for billions of dollars to compensate for environmental pollution after Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed the Climate Change Superfund Act, a long-cherished priority for advocates who blame global warming on fossil fuels.

by: MSN

Column-Why US Congress restored Social Security benefits for public-sector retirees: Mark Miller

Social Security is an earned benefit. You become eligible by paying the payroll tax during your working years, and the amount you get is geared to your wage history - with a glaring exception. Since the 1980s,

by: MSN

Pakistan military court convicts 60 over pro-Khan unrest

The men were among hundreds arrested after they attacked military and government buildings following former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest. The military tribunals have been widely criticized by the West.

by: MSN

'Aiding and abetting': Congressman threatens to defund California over plan to defy Trump

A North Carolina Republican lawmaker suggested on Fox News this week that the federal government should strip California of funding. This came in response to reporting that Gov. Gavin Newsom plans a network of support programs to resist mass deportation efforts by the Trump administration,

by: MSN

'Great son of India': Left, Right, Centre together in tribute

Manmohan Singh, 92, the architect of India's economic reforms, breathed his last at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences

by: MSN

Trump's top border adviser says he will bring back family detention

Tom Homan oversaw implementation of the "zero tolerance" policy that separated more than 4,000 children from their parents during Trump's first term.

by: MSN

Myanmar's government-in-exile says Suu Kyi's detention a stark reminder of brutal junta rule: 'Inhumane'

Myanmar's government-in-exile says Suu Kyi's detention a stark reminder of brutal junta rule: 'Inhumane' - Exclusive: National Unity Government hopes Independent TV documentary on ousted leader 'will

by: MSN

AP Poll: Majority of 'Exhausted' Americans Have Tuned Out Politics Since Election - Including 7 in 10 Democrats

A strong majority of all Americans and roughly 70 percent of Democrats have largely tuned out of political news coverage since the November election. The post AP Poll: Majority of 'Exhausted' Americans Have Tuned Out Politics Since Election - Including 7 in 10 Democrats first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MSN

Here's What Lies Ahead For Trump's Georgia Election Case

The Georgia Court of Appeals has disqualified Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from prosecuting President Donald Trump and his co-defendants in the election interference case. The court found that the trial court erred in not disqualifying Willis due to concerns about the integrity of the proceedings.

by: MSN

US: Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years

Klamath Falls, United States - November 13, 2018 The bald eagle is now officially the national bird of the US, after President Joe Biden signed a law on Christmas Eve bestowing the honour upon the white-headed and yellow-beaked bird of prey.

by: MSN

Putin says Slovakia and Fico willing to broker Ukraine talks

"We are not opposed, if it comes to that," he said. "Why not? Since Slovakia takes such a neutral position." Ukraine's government did not immediately respond. Fico tried without success during last week's European Union summit, which Ukrainian President ...

by: MSN

Trudeau appears to break silence on Trump ribbing

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appears to have broken his silence and addressed comments made by Donald Trump encouraging Canada to become "our 51st state." "Some information about Canada for Americans,

by: MSN

'Exhausted' Americans are tuning out politics, according to cable news ratings and recent poll

Exhausted' Americans are tuning out politics, according to cable news ratings and recent poll - According to a new AP poll, about two-thirds of Americans have grown exhausted following Donald Trump's election and are now limiting their consumption of political media.

by: MSN

Ambush in Tartus: 14 officers killed amid Syrian unrest

Assad, 14 officers of the new Syrian authorities were killed, and another 10 were injured. The country's interim administration provided the information on Thursday early morning (GMT). The clashes took place on Tuesday in the region of the port city of Tartus in western Syria.

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: 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,

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,
The article from MSN discusses former President Donald Trump's recent comments about potentially taking back control of the Panama Canal, which was handed over to Panama in 1999. Trump, speaking at a rally in Iowa, suggested that the U.S. could reclaim the canal due to its strategic importance, especially in light of China's growing influence in the region. This statement comes amidst his announcement of appointing a new ambassador to Panama, highlighting the ongoing geopolitical tensions and the canal's significance in global trade. Trump's remarks have stirred discussions on U.S. foreign policy, historical treaties, and the implications of revisiting past agreements.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/trump-names-panama-ambassador-amid-threats-to-take-back-canal/ar-AA1wwG8K