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AAP Announces First List of 11 Candidates for Delhi Assembly Elections

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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has revealed its first list of 11 candidates for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled for early next year. The list features several political figures, including former BJP leaders Brahm Singh Tanwar, Anil Jha, and BB Tyagi, along with former Congress members Chaudhry Zubair Ahmad, Veer Dhingan, and Sumesh Shokeen, all of whom recently joined AAP. Earlier today, AAP’s Political Affairs Committee (PAC) met to finalize the candidate selections. The PAC, which is the party’s top decision-making body, is led by national convener Arvind Kejriwal.…

Amnesty International Condemns Harsh Sentences for 45 Hong Kong Opposition Leaders Under Security Law

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London:  Amnesty International has strongly criticized the long prison sentences given to 45 Hong Kong opposition leaders, convicted under the controversial National Security Law. The sentences, some extending up to 10 years, have drawn sharp condemnation from the human rights organization. Sarah Brooks, Amnesty’s Director for China, said, “No one convicted in this politically driven case should be serving a single day in prison, let alone facing such lengthy sentences.” She went on to call the convictions a “ruthless purge” of opposition voices, asserting that these sentences are designed to…

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: PCB Alleges BCCI is Influencing Other Cricket Boards to Oppose Event

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has recently accused the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of attempting to sway other cricketing nations to oppose the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. According to a report, the BCCI has allegedly promised increased bilateral series with these countries if they agree to oppose the tournament being held in Pakistan. This claim suggests that the International Cricket Council (ICC) is not officially aware of these alleged dealings. The Champions Trophy is set to take place in February-March 2025, but the uncertainty around…

Hardik Pandya Tops T20I All-Rounder Rankings; Tilak Varma Climbs to Third Among Batters

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In the latest update of the ICC T20I player rankings, Hardik Pandya has regained his top spot among T20I all-rounders. Meanwhile, young star Tilak Varma made a significant leap, moving up 69 places to secure third in the batters’ standings. Pandya’s recent form in India’s series against South Africa played a key role in his rise. The 31-year-old showcased his skills with both bat and ball, surpassing England’s Liam Livingstone and Nepal’s Dipendra Singh Airee to reclaim the top position. One of his notable contributions was a crucial 39 not…

Which Country Offers the World’s Cheapest Passport? Find Out Now!

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Passports are essential for international travel, but did you know their costs can vary drastically depending on the country? In 2024, passport fees range from as low as Rs. 1,400 to over Rs. 19,000. While some countries offer affordable travel documents, others have hefty prices. This article explores the most expensive and cheapest passports in the world, including India’s standing, and highlights where you can get the best value for your passport. Passports come with different price tags depending on the country you live in. The cost of obtaining a…

Gunmen Attack Passenger Vehicles in Pakistan, Leaving 38 Dead and Dozens Injured

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PAKISTAN: In a horrific attack on Thursday, gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in the Kurram tribal district of northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 38 people and injuring 29 others. Among the victims were a woman and a child, with the death toll expected to rise. The attack occurred on two convoys traveling between Peshawar and Parachinar. One convoy was carrying passengers from Peshawar to Parachinar, while the other was heading in the opposite direction. Local resident Ziarat Hussain confirmed that his relatives were traveling in one of the convoys.…

Shafali Verma Dropped from India Women’s ODI Squad for Australia Tour

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India’s opening batter, Shafali Verma, has been left out of the squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia next month due to her ongoing struggles with the bat. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed the squad for the three-match series, which will be held in Australia in December. With Verma dropped, wicketkeeper-batter Richa Ghosh returns to the squad after missing the previous home series against New Zealand due to her board exams. Ghosh is joined by Priya Punia, Harleen Deol, legspinner Minnu Mani, and pacer…

Apple to Discontinue iCloud Backups for Older Devices: Check Your iOS Version Before Dec 18

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If you own an older iPhone or iPad, it’s important to check your device’s software version before December 18, 2024. Apple has announced that it will stop supporting iCloud backups for devices running iOS 8 or earlier. If you don’t update your device, any unsynced data will be deleted, and you won’t be able to back up your files in the future. Here’s what you need to know to protect your important data: Which Devices Are Affected? Starting December 18, 2024, iCloud backups will only be available for devices running…

US Expands H-2B Visa Program for 2025, Offering Thousands of Additional Work Visas

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Washington: The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) have announced a significant expansion of the H-2B visa program for Fiscal Year 2025. An additional 64,716 visas will be made available, bringing the total to 130,716 visas for the year, up from the standard 66,000 allocated by Congress. This marks the third consecutive year of H-2B visa increases, a move designed to support US businesses and ensure that labor shortages are addressed. DHS Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas emphasized that this expansion would not only meet the…

Hindus seek incorporation of Gita wisdom along with Bible in Texas schools

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Hindus feel that it is fine to incorporate Bible teachings in Texas elementary public schools as long as wisdom from ancient Sanskrit scripture Bhagavad-Gita is also included. Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who has read invocations in Fort Worth City Council and US Senate and US House of Representatives, in a statement in Nevada today, said that Bhagavad-Gita was a historically significant document, recognized throughout the world, and was a treasure that should be taught in elementary public school classrooms in Texas. This sacred text was plainly the word of…