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Indian priest George Koovakad elevated as Cardinal by Pope Francis

The ceremony, held at the famous St Peter's Basilica and attended by clergy and dignitaries from around the world, witnessed the induction of 21 new cardinals from various countries

Indian priest George Koovakad elevated as Cardinal by Pope Francis
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 11:09 PM IST

Notre Dame reopening ceremony: Macron welcomes Trump, Zelenskyy joins them

The trip to France marks Trump's return to the world stage, still a private citizen but already preparing to tackle a host of international crises

Notre Dame reopening ceremony: Macron welcomes Trump, Zelenskyy joins them
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 11:04 PM IST

South Korean Prez Yoon's impeachment fails as ruling party boycotts vote

The defeat of the motion is expected to intensify public protests calling for Yoon's ouster and deepen political chaos in South Korea

South Korean Prez Yoon's impeachment fails as ruling party boycotts vote
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 6:52 PM IST

US TikTok content creators ask followers to find them on Instagram, YouTube

TikTok has become a major US digital force as it has grown to 170 million US users, especially younger people drawn to its short, often irreverent videos

US TikTok content creators ask followers to find them on Instagram, YouTube
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 6:43 PM IST

S Korean lawmakers to decide whether to impeach Prez over martial law bid

Lawmakers gathered in the National Assembly hours after Yoon issued a public apology over the move, saying he won't shirk legal or political responsibility for the declaration

S Korean lawmakers to decide whether to impeach Prez over martial law bid
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 4:04 PM IST

Israeli airstrikes kill at least 29 people at northern Gaza hospital

Elsewhere in the region, Lebanon said it is closing all its land border crossings with Syria

Israeli airstrikes kill at least 29 people at northern Gaza hospital
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 2:52 PM IST

Grand jirga brokers 'indefinite ceasefire' in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Key decisions were also made during the talks to ensure sustainable peace in Kurram

Grand jirga brokers 'indefinite ceasefire' in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 1:51 PM IST

Notre Dame reopens doors to Macron, world leaders in rare symbol of unity

The restoration, a spectacular achievement in just five years for a structure that took nearly two centuries to build, is widely seen as a moment of triumph for French President Emmanuel Macron

Notre Dame reopens doors to Macron, world leaders in rare symbol of unity
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 1:03 PM IST

Political donation record: Musk spent $270 million on Trump's campaign

Elon Musk's contribution in the 2024 election cycle eclipsed the previous record set by Tim Mellon, the top Republican donor in recent years, who contributed close to $200 million

Political donation record: Musk spent $270 million on Trump's campaign
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 12:47 PM IST

Post-election power struggles spark concerns over democracy across US

Lawmakers in several states have already initiated or indicated plans to alter or nullify certain results

Post-election power struggles spark concerns over democracy across US
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 12:20 PM IST

US Congressman Krishnamoorthi calls on B'desh to end anti-Hindu violence

He urged the Bangladeshi government to uphold human rights, guarantee legal protections, and end the wave of violence

US Congressman Krishnamoorthi calls on B'desh to end anti-Hindu violence
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 12:06 PM IST

Trump travels to Paris for Notre Dame Cathedral's reopening, to meet Macron

Trump's visit to France comes as Macron and other European leaders are trying to cultivate the president-elect's favor and persuade him to maintain support for Ukraine

Trump travels to Paris for Notre Dame Cathedral's reopening, to meet Macron
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 11:20 AM IST

South Korea's Prez apologises, vows accountability for martial law attempt

Yoon said in a brief televised address on Saturday morning he won't shirk legal or political responsibility for the declaration

South Korea's Prez apologises, vows accountability for martial law attempt
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 10:53 AM IST

Police find bag carried by gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO

The FBI announced Friday night it was offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction

Police find bag carried by gunman who killed UnitedHealthcare's CEO
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 10:36 AM IST

Big cheques, big roles: Major Trump donors bag key federal positions

The biggest donor by far for the entire election cycle, Elon Mus, poured $75 million into the pro, Trump super political action committee

Big cheques, big roles: Major Trump donors bag key federal positions
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 9:52 AM IST

Why UK revoked honours of British Indian figures Rami Ranger, Anil Bhanot

British Indian leaders Rami Ranger and Anil Bhanot lose UK honours amid allegations of misconduct, sparking debates over free speech

Why UK revoked honours of British Indian figures Rami Ranger, Anil Bhanot
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 9:51 AM IST

UNGA declares Dec 21 as World Meditation Day in resolution co-led by India

India had in 2014 taken the lead in declaring June 21 as International Day of Yoga, has become a global movement now

UNGA declares Dec 21 as World Meditation Day in resolution co-led by India
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 9:09 AM IST

TikTok inching closer to potential ban in US: Here's all you need to know

The government has said it wants ByteDance, TikTok's parent company, to divest its stakes

TikTok inching closer to potential ban in US: Here's all you need to know
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 8:56 AM IST

Dec 6 proclaimed day of remembrance for Mahatma Gandhi in US's Nebraska

Governor Jim Pillen of Nebraska unveiled the bust of Mahatma Gandhi on Friday at the Governor's Office in the iconic Nebraska State Capitol premises

Dec 6 proclaimed day of remembrance for Mahatma Gandhi in US's Nebraska
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 8:47 AM IST

Burkina Faso's ruling military junta sacks prime minister, dissolves govt

The military's leader, Ibrahim Traore, said officials in the dissolved government will continue to perform their duties until a new government is formed

Burkina Faso's ruling military junta sacks prime minister, dissolves govt
Updated On : 07 Dec 2024 | 8:19 AM IST