Sat, December 28, 2024

by: Newslaundry

Hafta 516: Media and judicial accountability, highs and lows of 2024, remembering Manmohan Singh

Neerja describes Dr Manmohan Singh, who died this week, as a "gentleman politician and a unifying figure" who will be remembered for his "decency in politics" and landmark contributions such as the RTI Act, MGNREGA, and the Indo-US nuclear deal. Justice Lokur says, "He was a great man and a great loss for the country."

by: MSN

Samuel Ogbemudia's daughter Eghe impeached as Egor council chairman

by: GREATANDHRA

Naidu responsible for delay in Palamuru-RR scheme

Bharat Rashtra Samithi is suspecting that Telugu Desam Party president and Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu is responsible for delay in the completion of Rs 50,000 crore Palamuru-Ranga Reddy Lift Irrigation Scheme on Krishna river.

by: MSN

Hinckley & Bosworth leader slams 'power grab' Government plan to scrap borough and district councils

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by: MSN

Republican brawl on immigration erupts as MAGA and tech world clash

A debate over legal immigration exploded during the Christmas holiday that shows that the party isn't unified, even on its strongest issue with voters.

by: MSN

U.S. debt limit: Republicans' assignment is to avert a global financial crisis in 2025

When Republicans won unified control of government during the November elections, they also won the responsibility to address the country's debt limit after the current suspension expires on Jan. 1. Lawmakers will have a few months of wiggle room thanks to accounting maneuvers to broker a deal before the country would default

by: MSN

Tech investor Cathie Wood calls for tax clarity from Trump

Noted U.S. tech investor Cathie Wood is calling on Donald Trump's incoming administration to boost economic growth and policy certainty by backdating promised corporate and personal tax cuts to Jan. 1,
Fri, December 27, 2024

by: newsdrum

SP, BSP caution against politics over Manmohan Singh's funeral, memorial

Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav and Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati have urged the central government to avoid any political

by: Tuko

Wiliam Ruto Promises to End Abductions, Urges Parents to Protect Their Kids: "Wawe Na Nidhamu"

President William Ruto has broken his silence on the cases of abductions that have been reported in the country in the recent past, urging youths to be respectful.

by: HuffPost

Marianne Williamson Launches Effort To Chair Democratic National Committee

"My experience of what went wrong has given me insight into what needs doing to make things right," the author and former presidential candidate wrote.

by: BBC

Remembering the 'kind leader' who led India with a steely resolve

A few years later, in 2008, Singh's understated style of leadership received more praise after he signed a landmark deal with the US that ended India's decades-long nuclear isolation, allowing India access to nuclear technology and fuel for the first time since it held tests in 1974.

by: Oregonian

U.S. homelessness up 18% since 2023; Oregon alone in not counting most unsheltered people this year, feds report

Oregon was the lone state in which officials opted not to conduct a new count of people living unsheltered in nearly all its most populous counties in 2024, the federal report indicated.

by: CNN

Senate Intelligence Committee criticizes CIA's treatment of 'Havana syndrome' patients

A bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee report released Friday slammed the CIA for its treatment of patients with a mysterious ailment known as "Havana syndrome," determining that "many individuals faced obstacles to timely and sufficient care.

by: ABC

Musk and Ramaswamy spar with Trump supporters over support for H-1B work visas

Musk and Ramaswamy have found themselves at odds with some of Trump's supporters over their support for H-1B visas, which allow foreign professionals to work in America.

by: CNN

What the only battleground Democrat to do better than Trump says his party needs to learn

Josh Stein's victory in this year's North Carolina governor's race was huge. And his opponent was widely seen as the weakest Republican in a major race this cycle.

by: Oregonian

German president calls snap election, decries 'blatant' interference from Elon Musk's X

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved parliament and set the country's snap election for Feb. 23, formally endorsing a timetable proposed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

by: MSN

Insurance companies deny cancer treatment claims and Trump's 'border czar'on family detention centers: Morning Rundown

NBC News investigates health insurance companies denying cancer patients coverage for potentially life-saving treatments.

by: MSN

Swamitva Yojana: What is Swamitva Yojana and who gets its benefit, know the rules

The Government of India runs one scheme after another for the citizens of the country. Crores of people in the country get the benefit of these schemes of the government. Most of the schemes of the government are according to the needs of the people.

by: MSN

Health laws, bird flu and Trump preparation: 2024 year in review

California's health system changed in 2024 but lawmakers face a busy future with bird flu, vaccines, and abortion access all on the docket.

by: MSN

The Conservatives have a new plan to bring down the government quickly

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has a plan to get the "carbon tax election" he has been calling for sooner rather than later. The Conservatives are going to reconvene the public accounts committee on Jan.

by: MSN

Democrats don't have a leader, Byron York says

Fox News contributor Byron York reacts to Marianne Williamson launching a bid for DNC chair on 'America Reports.'

by: MSN

ECOWAS reacts to claims by Niger Republic linking Nigeria to terrorism sponsorship

by: WLRN

After complaints, referendum and lawsuit, controversial outdoor gym at Miami park is now open

A fence blocking off an outdoor gym at Maurice A. Ferré Park went down over the holiday, after a yearlong battle between residents and city hall regarding the equipment's installation.

by: MSN

What Were Manmohan Singh's 'Best Moment' And 'Biggest Regret' as Prime Minister

Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India, breathed his last on Thursday at the age of 92. In his final press conference as Prime Minister on January 3, 2014, Dr Singh had openly reflected on his 'best moment' and 'biggest regret' during his ten-year tenure from 2004 to 2014.

by: MSN

How many members does Reform UK have?

How many members does Reform UK have? - Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch and Reform UK leader Nigel Farage clash over figures

by: MSN

5 Ways the Lives of the Wealthy Could Change Under Trump

President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House has sparked a wave of anticipation and apprehension, particularly among those with the most to gain -- or lose. With policies that

by: MSN

Sources explain 'Trump's fixation' on Panama and Greenland: CNN reporter

Donald Trump has been threatening to take over sovereign territories and reclaim control of the Panama Canal, and sources revealed the motives for his bluster. The president-elect has been fascinated with buying Greenland since his first term in the White House,

by: MSN

Legal battles and funding woes: California housing 2024 year in review

California officials continued to fight with cities that don't want to build more housing and everyone struggled to find more money to pay for new housing.

by: MSN

Syrian Rebel Government Hunts for Senior Assad Official, Prompting Deadly Clashes

Security forces for Syria's new government were pursuing at least one senior official and military forces loyal to the former dictatorship on Thursday, as they struggled to tamp down unrest in a number of regions and stabilize the country.

by: nysfocus

New York's Climate Law, Traffic Congestion, and a Second Trump Term: 2024 in Review

New York Focus climate reporter Colin Kinniburgh reflects on his environmental coverage over the past year and what's coming on the beat in 2025.

by: MSN

If You Ride Public Land, You Should Have to Buy a License

As should folks who hike, bike, backpack, camp, and otherwise recreate on public land.

by: MSN

Top 10 stories that shaped Georgia politics and policy in 2024, a swing state year for the ages

All aboard ye ol' time machine as we take stock of the year's biggest stories in Georgia politics. The first stop on our journey is January of 2024, which was exactly one million years ago. Or so it seems to your narrator.

by: MSN

Assam: Villagers forced to use pond and stream water as Jal Jeevan Mission fails in Bokakhat

Shilbheta village battles a severe water crisis as the Jal Jeevan Yojana project fails. Villagers urge government action for safe drinking water.

by: NewsX

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.

Pakistani government establishes first-of-its-kind program to reinvent its economy: 'Meet global compliance and drive real, measurable ... benefits'

The government spent two years developing this framework to match international standards. Pakistani government establishes first-of-its-kind program to reinvent its economy: 'Meet global compliance and drive real,

The Pakistani government has launched a pioneering initiative named the Pakistan Regulatory Modernization Initiative (PRMI) aimed at transforming its economy to meet global compliance standards and deliver tangible benefits. This program, supported by the World Bank, focuses on simplifying business regulations, enhancing transparency, and reducing the cost of compliance for businesses. PRMI seeks to overhaul the regulatory framework by streamlining processes, cutting down on bureaucratic red tape, and fostering an environment conducive to economic growth. It involves collaboration with various stakeholders including government bodies, private sector entities, and international organizations to ensure that reforms are both effective and sustainable. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to improve Pakistan's business climate, attract foreign investment, and promote economic stability and growth.

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