Kerala Guv stalls Sanskrit University land transfer to KCA, seeks V-C’s explanation
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 24 (IANS) Kerala Governor Rajendra V. Arlekar, on Wednesday, stayed the decision of the Syndicate of Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit (SSUS) at Kalady to hand over six acres of the university land to a private agency for the construction of a cricket stadium, triggering a fresh confrontation over the use of public […]
Disrespectful act: MEA on demolition of Hindu deity statue during Thai-Cambodia border clashes
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) India on Wednesday expressed concerns over reports of demolition of a Hindu deity statue in an area affected by the ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia, asserting that such “disrespectful acts” hurt the sentiments of followers around the world. The video of a Lord Vishnu statue, allegedly being demolished […]
‘Not union of hearts, but for the chair’: Eknath Shinde on Thackeray alliance
Mumbai, Dec 24 (IANS) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Shiv Sena chief leader Eknath Shinde on Wednesday responded sharply to the alliance between the Thackeray cousins, describing it as a “selfish partnership” born out of political desperation rather than a commitment to the people. He dismissed the impact of the new front on the Mahayuti […]
‘Concern about Bangladesh should be worldwide’: Malta High Commissioner Reuben Gauci
New Delhi, Dec 24 (IANS) Reuben Gauci, High Commissioner of Malta to India, who also holds charge of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, and serves as ambassador in Nepal, has voiced concern over the political situation in Bangladesh, emphasising the implications for both regional stability and the sizable Bangladeshi community in his country. “I […]
S. Korea, US agree to pursue pact for cooperation over nuclear-powered subs
Seoul, Dec 24 (IANS) South Korea and the United States have agreed to pursue a stand-alone agreement on cooperation for nuclear-powered submarines, with working-level talks expected to begin early next year, National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac said. Wi made the remarks after returning from a weeklong trip to the U.S., Canada and Japan, where he […]
US lawmakers warn ‘public charge’ rule risks H-1B green cards
Washington, Dec 24, (IANS) A group of 127 US lawmakers has urged the Trump Administration to withdraw its proposed overhaul of the “public charge” rule, asserting that this would inject uncertainty into the legal immigration system, particularly for those families who are moving from H-1B visas to Green Cards. As many as 110 Congressmen and […]
Visa delays leave H-1B families stranded abroad amid tougher US vetting
Washington, Dec 24 (IANS) Indian H-1B visa holders are facing months-long uncertainty after US consulates in India delayed appointments due to new screening requirements, a development that has triggered concern on Capitol Hill, while the Trump Administration has strongly defended its tougher vetting, arguing that this is a national security necessity. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell, a […]
US lawmakers flag risks to Bangladesh elections
Washington, Dec 24 (IANS) Raising alarm over a political party ban, powerful US lawmakers have told Bangladesh’s interim government that free and fair elections cannot be held if political participation is restricted ahead of the February polls. In a letter to Dr Mohammed Yunus, Chief Adviser of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, Congressmen Gregory W. […]
Japan confirms avian influenza outbreak in Kyoto
Tokyo, Dec 24 (IANS) Japan’s agriculture ministry said on Wednesday that genetic testing has confirmed an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza at a farm in Kyoto Prefecture, marking the ninth bird flu outbreak in the country this season. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the outbreak occurred […]
Indian-origin woman murdered in Toronto, manhunt underway for suspect
Toronto, Dec 24 (IANS) A 30-year-old Indian-origin woman was found murdered in Toronto, prompting police to issue a Canada-wide arrest warrant for a suspect they say was known to the victim, according to local media reports citing law enforcement officials. The woman has been identified as Himanshi Khurana. Toronto Police are searching for Abdul Ghafoori, […]
