Trump asks Mike Waltz to be national security adviser; Huckabee to be ambassador to Israel
By LISA MASCARO and LOLITA C. BALDORU.S. President-elect Donald Trump has asked U.S. Rep Michael Waltz, a retired Army National Guard officer and war veteran, to be his national security adviser, a person familiar with the matter said Monday. Our national security depends on it.”A graduate of Virginia Military Institute, Waltz was a Green Beret. In other news, Trump said he will nominate former Arkansas Gov Mike Huckabee as ambassador to Israel. “Mike has been a great public servant, Governor, and Leader in Faith for many years,” Trump said in a statement. “He loves Israel, and the people of Israel, and likewise, the people of Israel love him.
Source:Economic Times
November 13, 2024 10:03 UTC
Nvidia and SoftBank pilot world's first AI and 5G telecom network
Leading chipmaker Nvidia and SoftBank Corp, the telecommunications arm of SoftBank Group, have piloted the world's first artificial intelligence and 5G telecoms network, the two companies said on Wednesday. The network can run AI and 5G workloads concurrently, a process known as an artificial intelligence radio access network (AI-RAN), the companies said. Applications for the network include autonomous vehicle remote support and robotics control. Nvidia founder and chief executive officer Jensen Huang also said SoftBank was the first to receive its new Blackwell chip designs, which it is incorporating into the AI supercomputer it is developing to create its own generative AI model. SHARE Copy linkEmailFacebookTwitterTelegramLinkedInWhatsAppReddit
Source:The Hindu
November 13, 2024 08:24 UTC
Finding an End to the Myanmar Crisis: ASEAN’s Massive Task
This paper analyses ASEAN’s role in the ongoing Myanmar crisis and how this impacts the grouping’s relevance not only in the region but globally. [43]The Myanmar crisis was at the top of the agenda during the 2022 ASEAN Summit in Phnom Penh. [54] A second official meeting between the special envoy-led ASEAN delegation and the Myanmar military was held in May 2024. [58] This development is believed to have been a result of the closed-door consultations between Laos’s special envoy and the Myanmar junta. There are several factors that contribute to this:Cambodia’s worriesThe political environment in Cambodia was an impediment to how it dealt with the Myanmar crisis.
Source:The Hindu
November 13, 2024 07:45 UTC
IPL 2025 Streaming Likely Not Available For Free; JioStar Website Goes Live Amid Domain Saga
IPL 2025 Streaming Likely Not Available For Free; JioStar Website Goes Live Amid Domain SagaIPL trophy [Source: @IPL/x]A new website jiostar.com has been launched as part of the merger between Reliance and Hotstar. Reliance’ primary streaming app, i.e., JioCinema, has been streaming Indian Premier League (IPL) matches for free. JioStar website goes live amid domain controversyDubai based siblings Jainam and Jivika Jain had purchased the domain jioHotstar.com from a Delhi-based app developer. Following their merger, reports indicate that all sporting events, including IPL 2025, will now be available for streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. However, it remains to be determined as to what app will exactly be streaming and what channels will be broadcasting IPL 2025 next year.
Source:Mint
November 13, 2024 06:28 UTC
Centre rushes 20 more CAPF companies to Manipur after fresh violence
GUWAHATI: The deteriorating law and order situation in Manipur in the wake of fresh violence made the Centre rush 20 additional companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) to the ethnic violence-hit state. Meanwhile, a goods-laden truck, en route to Noney, was torched on National Highway 37 in Tamenglong at around 6 am on Wednesday. Tamenglong and Noney are Naga-majority districts. Alleging that Kuki militants were involved in the incident, the Rongmei Naga Students’ Organization announced a “total boycott” of all supplies to the Kukis in the two districts. One person was injured in the attack.
Source:Indian Express
November 13, 2024 06:13 UTC
Odisha govt seeks central aid to add over 10,000 MW power storage capacity
Addressing the power ministers conference chaired by Union Power minister Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi, deputy chief minister and minister for Energy KV Singh Deo said Odisha is prioritising energy storage solutions with plans for over 10,000 MW of pumped storage plants (PSP). Singh Deo also called for central assistance in building the green energy corridor phase-III to connect renewable energy projects with the national grid. “Odisha has ensured energy security of its citizens by sourcing 8,856 MW power. The state is also planning to develop 10,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2030,” he said. Highlighting the power sector reforms, Singh Deo said PPP model in power distribution in Odisha has become a huge success.
Source:Indian Express
November 13, 2024 05:56 UTC
Fake passport scam busted in India, 2 men and a woman apprehended
New Delhi: In a significant breakthrough syndicate involved in providing fake Indian identity documents to Nepali nationals intending to travel abroad has been busted by the IGI police. According to reports, the syndicate was found creating fake Indian documents including Aadhaar and Voter ID cards, for Nepali nationals to help them obtain Indian passports. Two Nepali nationals posing as Indian passport holders, were intercepted at IGI Airport in Delhi while attempting to depart for Cambodia. Nepali nationals Dinesh Subba and Shyam Subba entered India illegally and were advised by an agent to obtain fake Indian documents. Also Read: Fake passport racket: CBI searches over 50 locations in Bengal, Sikkim
Source:Hindustan Times
November 13, 2024 05:33 UTC
MP NEWS: हत्या के आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी न होने पर गर्भवती पत्नी ने दी आत्मदाह की धमकी, सड़क पर सजाई चिता
सेमरिया में सोमवार को रंजिश में युवक की दिनदहाड़े चाकू मारकर हत्या करने वाले आरोपियो की पुलिस 24 घंटे बाद भी सुराग नहीं लगा सकी है। वारदात के बाद से कस्बे में तनाव का माहौल बना हुआ है।मृतक के परिजन पूरी रात शव को सडक पर रखकर बैठे रहे। वहीं घटना के विरोध मंगलवार सुबह बाजार पूरी तरह से बंद रहा। इस बीच परिजनों ने सडक पर ही चिता सजाई और मृतक की गर्भवती पत्नी ने आत्मदाह की धमकी दी।फूटा गुस्सा: युवक की हत्या के विरोध में बंद रहा सेमरिया, 24 घंटे शव लेकर धरने पर बैठे रहे परिजनहत्या के आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी न होने पर गर्भवती पत्नी ने दी आत्मदाह की धमकी, सड़क पर सजाई चितातनाव को देखते हुए कस्बा पुलिस छावनी तब्दील है और अधिकारी समझाइश देने में जुटे हैं। हालांकि परिजन आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी और टीआइ को हटाने की मांग पर अड़े हैं।सेमरिया के अजय केवट (35) की मौसी का आरोपी हनुमान सिंह से जमीन विवाद चल रहा था। अपनी मौसी की मदद करने के लिए युवक ही थाने सहित अन्य कार्यालयों में लगातार शिकायत कर रहा था।इसी रंजिश में सोमवार दोपहर आरोपियों ने चाकू मार दिया था। अस्पताल ले जाने पर चिकित्सकों ने मृत घोषित कर दिया था। घटना से गुस्साए परिजनों ने शव सडक पर रखकर जाम लगा दिया था।रातभर पुलिस समझाइश देकर शांत करवाने का प्रयास किया लेकिन वे कार्रवाई की मांग पर अड़े रहे। मंगलवार को घटना के विरोध में कांग्रेस ने सेमरिया बंद का आह्वान किया। घटना के विरोध में व्यापारियों ने अपने प्रतिष्ठान बंद रखे।आरोपियों का सुराग नहीं लगा सकी पुलिस, सभी की गिरफ्तारी और थाना प्रभारी को हटाने की मांग पर अड़ेदो बच्चों के साथ धरने पर नौ माह की गर्भवती पत्नी भी बैठी रही, भारी पुलिस बल तैनातपीड़ित के घर में 24 घंटे से नहीं जला चूल्हाघटना से पीड़ित परिवार पर दुःखों का पहाड़ टूट पड़ा है। युवक की पत्नी नौ माह की गर्भवती है और उसके दो छोटे बच्चे हैं। पत्नी बच्चों के साथ ही पति के शव के पास 24 घंटे से ज्यादा समय से बैठी है। सोमवार से घर से चूल्हा नहीं जला है और भूख प्यास से बेहाल बच्चों को स्थानीय लोगों ने भोजन कराया।लोगों में आक्रोश, नहीं मनाई छोटी दीपावलीजघन्य हत्याकांड के विरोध में सेमरिया में मंगलवार को छोटी दीपावली नहीं मनाई गई और न ही दीपक जले। त्योहार के बावजूद व्यापारिक प्रतिष्ठान बंद रहे। सडक पर शव रखकर धरना दे रहे परिजनों के बीच कांग्रेस विधायक अभय मिश्रा सहित अन्य नेता पहुंचे और देर तक धरने पर बैठे रहे।इस दौरान परिजनों ने बीच सडक पर ही चिता सजा दी, जिसमें पत्नी ने आत्मदाह की धमकी देकर सभी के होश उड़ा दिए। अधिकारियों ने समझाइश देकर किसी तरह शांत कराया। एहतियात के तौर पर आसपास के दर्जनभर थानों का बल मौके पर बुलाया गया है जो स्थिति को नियंत्रित रखने में जुटा है।मृतक के परिजनों ने हनुमान सिंह सहित अन्य लोगों पर हत्या का आरोप लगाया है। पुलिस ने हत्या का मामला दर्ज कर 6 लोगों को नामजद किया है लेकिन अभी उनकी गिरफ्तारी नहीं हो सकी है।पुलिस की कार्यप्रणाली पर जताया आक्रोशघटना में पुलिस को लेकर भी लोगों में खासा आक्रोश है। आरोपी लगातार पीड़ित परिवार को धमकियां दे रहे थे। परिजनों का कहना है कि कई बार थाने में शिकायत की गई लेकिन पुलिस ने कोई कार्रवाई नहीं की, जिससे इतनी बड़ी घटना हो गई।परिजन सभी आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी और थाना प्रभारी अवनीश पांडेय को हटाने की मांग को लेकर 24 घंटे से भी ज्यादा समय से शव सडक पर रखकर धरने पर बैठे हैं।टीआई को सात दिन की छुट्टी पर भेजा, रात में कराया पोस्टमार्टमधरना स्थल पर पहुंचे अतिरिक्त पुलिस अधीक्षक विवेक लाल ने विधायक सहित परिजनों से चर्चा की। वे आरोपियों की गिरफ्तारी और थाना प्रभारी को हटाने की मांग कर रहे थे। एएसपी ने तत्काल टीआई को सात दिन के लिए छुट्टी पर भेज दिया। वहीं आरोपियों की जल्द गिरफ्तारी का आश्वासन दिया, जिसके बाद देर शाम आंदोलन समाप्त हो गया। रात में सेमरिया में शव का पोस्टमार्टम कराकर परिजनों को सौंप दिया गया। बुधवार को युवक का अंतिम संस्कार कराया जाएगा।सेमरिया में युवक की हत्या के मामले में आरोपियों के खिलाफ मामला दर्ज कर लिया गया है। परिजन व स्थानीय लोग कुछ मांगों को लेकर जाम लगाए हैं। स्थिति को शांतिपूर्ण ढंग से सुलझाने का प्रयास किया जा रहा हैविवेक लाल, एएसपी रीवा
Source:Dainik Bhaskar
November 13, 2024 04:41 UTC
16 killed as bus carrying wedding guests plunges into Indus river in Pakistan - Telegraph India
At least 16 people were killed and one woman was injured Tuesday when a bus carrying wedding guests fell into the Indus river in Pakistan's mountainous Gilgit-Baltistan region, police said. The bus was travelling from Astore to Punjab’s Chakwal district when it fell from the Telchi bridge into the river, the Dawn newspaper reported. “The vehicle was part of a wedding procession heading towards Punjab’s Chakwal district,” he said. “Nineteen of them belonged to Astore, while four were from the Chakwal district of Punjab,” Riaz said. In October, two people were killed and 36 others were injured when a Rawalpindi-bound passenger bus fell into a ravine in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Upper Kohistan area.
Source:The Telegraph
November 13, 2024 04:15 UTC
Air India-Vistara Merger Complete, Integrated Entity To Operate Over 5,600 Weekly Flights
"Air India Group has completed the operational integration and legal merger between Air India and Vistara, creating a full-service carrier of scale and marking a significant milestone in the post-privatisation transformation journey. This follows the merger of the Group's low-cost airlines Air India Express and AIX Connect (formerly Air Asia India) on 1 October 2024," according to an official statement. Air India Marks Key Milestone in Post-Privatisation RestructuringVistara was a joint venture between Tatas and Singapore Airlines. Air India Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Campbell Wilson said the merger completes the consolidation and restructuring phase of the Air India Group's post-privatisation transformation journey, and is thus a significant milestone. Tata Group acquired loss-making Air India from the government in January 2022.
Source:The Hindu
November 12, 2024 23:10 UTC
US Judge delays ruling on whether to scrap president-elect Trump's conviction in hush money case
NEW YORK: A judge on Tuesday put off a key ruling in President-elect Donald Trump's hush money case as his lawyers argued for dismissing it so he can run the country. Trump's lawyers and prosecutors had agreed in recent days to the one-week postponement, according to emails filed in court Tuesday. Trump lawyer Emil Bove, meanwhile, argued that throwing out the case is "necessary to avoid unconstitutional impediments to President Trump's ability to govern." Trump's lawyers cited that ruling to argue that the hush money jury got some evidence it shouldn't have, such as Trump's presidential financial disclosure form and testimony from some White House aides. While urging Merchan to nix the conviction, the president-elect has also been trying to move the case to federal court.
Source:Indian Express
November 12, 2024 23:04 UTC
Israel Ministry of Tourism Reassures Global Travel Fraternity of Safe and Accessible Travel to Israel – Tourism Breaking News
~The Ministry held a virtual meeting to reassure the travel fraternity regarding safety and accessibility~The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) held a virtual meeting on 19th September 2024 to engage with travel agents, tour operators, media professionals, and the travel fraternity across India to offer updates on the current situation in Israel. A key focus of the discussion was ensuring the safety of travelers, with IMOT reiterating that most of Israel remains open for tourism. The discussion also addressed practical travel concerns, offering clarity on the visa process, travel insurance options, and multiple-entry visa requirements. IMOT’s messaging underscored that Israel remains an attractive destination for all types of travelers. As the country remains open and accessible, IMOT is dedicated to promoting safe, enjoyable, and memorable journeys for all who visit.
Source:Economic Times
November 08, 2024 23:01 UTC
Mansao Curtorim, CGH Earth Saha A Restored Portuguese Heritage Mansion in South Goa Opens to Guests – Tourism Breaking News
CGH Earth Saha is thrilled to announce the opening of Mansao Curtorim, the latest addition to its burgeoning villa and bungalow holiday collection. Set amidst lush landscapes, historic churches, and peaceful paddy fields, Mansao Curtorim has undergone meticulous restoration, harmoniously blending traditional Indo-Portuguese architecture with contemporary comforts. A culinary experience at Mansao Curtorim is a celebration of Goa’s vibrant and diverse food culture, artfully merging Portuguese and Indian influences. Mansao Curtorim is a homage to Goa’s rich heritage, crafted to offer our guests an immersive experience that surpasses the ordinary. Mansao Curtorim is a perfect destination for creative minds, reflective and restorative holidays and intimate gatherings with family and friends.
Source:Economic Times
November 08, 2024 22:46 UTC
US charges Iranian man in plot to kill Donald Trump, Justice Dept says, ET LegalWorld
AdvtJoin the community of 2M+ industry professionals Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest insights & analysis. Enter Email Download ETLegalWorld App Get Realtime updatesSave your favourite articlesThe United States has charged an Iranian man in connection with an alleged plot ordered by Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) to assassinate president-elect Donald Trump, the Justice Department said on Friday.In a statement, the department said that Shakeri had informed law enforcement "that he was tasked on October 7, 2024, with providing a plan to kill" Trump, the department said.The department described Shakeri as an IRGC asset residing in Tehran. It said he immigrated to the U.S. as a child and was deported in or about 2008 following a robbery conviction.The department said it had charged two other individuals in connection with their alleged involvement in a plot to kill a U.S. citizen of Iranian origin in New York.
Source:Economic Times
November 08, 2024 17:53 UTC
Sarovar Hotels and Prabhu Group unveil Cloud9 Sarovar Premiere in Goa Read more at: https://hospitality.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/hotels/sarovar-hotels-and-prabhu-group-unveil-cloud9-sarovar-p
Sarovar Hotels, in partnership with Prabhu Group, proudly announces the opening of Cloud9 Sarovar Premiere, Palolem Goa, a premium retreat that captures the essence of this scenic coastal paradise. Ajay K. Bakaya, Managing Director, Sarovar Hotels and Director, Louvre Hotels India, shared: “We are thrilled to introduce Cloud9 Sarovar Premiere in the pristine location of Palolem, Goa. This marks our seventh hotel in Goa and our second collaboration with Prabhu Group, reflecting their confidence in Sarovar’s hospitality expertise. Cloud9 Sarovar Premiere is poised to become a top choice for leisure and business travelers alike, delivering exceptional experiences with the distinct charm of Goa.”Amit Prabhu. Managing Director, Prabhu Group, added: “Our partnership with Sarovar Hotels on Cloud9 Sarovar Premiere brings a new level of refined hospitality to Palolem.
Source:Economic Times
November 08, 2024 16:30 UTC