In a dramatic instance from the New Zealand Parliament, Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke has gone viral for her protest. Maipi-Clarke staged a haka protest to express disagreement with the Indigenous Treaty Bill in the Parliament. The protest in the form of a Haka dance was joined by her party members to disrupt the vote on the contentious bill. The bill aimed at re-interpreting an 184-year-old treaty between the British and Indigenous Maori. This is not the first time Hana made herself noticed by the world with a traditional Maori act in Parliament.
16 November,2024 05:00 PM ISTCanadian authorities have arrested designated Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill, alias Arsh Dalla, following a violent shooting incident in Milton, Ontario, according to a report in local Canadian television outlet CTV. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on November 14 called on Canada to extradite Arsh Dalla, "face justice in India’. In response to media queries regarding the arrest of a designated terrorist Arsh Dalla in Canada, MEA Official Spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal said, "In view of the recent arrest, our agencies will be following up on an extradition request. Given Arsh Dalla's criminal record in India and his involvement in similar illegal activities in Canada, it is expected that he will be extradited or deported to face justice in India." Dalla has been charged in a case related to the shooting in Ontario on October 28, as per a report by Adrian Ghobrial on CTV. Dalla is a close aide of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was killed outside a Gurudwara in Surrey in June 2023. In January 2023, the Union Home Ministry declared him a "terrorist" under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. He is among the most wanted terrorists in the country and has been charged in various cases of targeted killings and extortion.
15 November,2024 03:27 PM ISTIn a much anticipated boxing match, Mike Tyson is set to make a comback to the ring after 19 years. Ahead of the showdown, the boxing legend Tyson slapped Paul in the face as they approached each other at Thursday's weigh-in at Arlington. The one-time "Baddest Man on the Planet," Tyson returned to the ring for his first professional fight in 19 years. He is fighting against "ultimate heel" Paul in the wildly anticipated showdown at AT&T Stadium on November 15. There was no love lost between the two as Tyson, approached Paul and immediately slapped the 27-year-old in the face. 58-year-old Mike Tyson offered a two-word televised remark before walking off stage: "Talking's over". Jake Paul was far more loquacious, offering an expletive-riddled rant about his plans to demolish Tyson. The match has drawn global interest and criticism, with British promoter Eddie Hearn dismissing the bout as "dangerous, irresponsible"
15 November,2024 03:19 PM ISTDonald Trump, the President-elect of the United States has inducted Elon Musk, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy in his top cabinet. Speaking at an Americans for Prosperity gala at Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump explained why he chose Tulsi Gabbard, Vivek Ramaswamy, Elon Musk for his Cabinet.
15 November,2024 12:34 PM ISTDonald Trump is poised to return to the White House after a historic victory, with plans to reshape the U.S. government for his second term. On November 13, he met with President Joe Biden at the White House, signaling a smooth transition. As part of his preparations, Trump has begun announcing key appointments to his cabinet. Notably, he named Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), marking a historic moment as she becomes the first Hindu lawmaker to hold this crucial position. Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, is known for her independent political views and military background. Additionally, Trump has made other high-profile appointments for his 2024 administration, including tech mogul Elon Musk, signaling a blend of political and business expertise in his cabinet. These moves reflect Trump’s intent to build a diverse and dynamic team to lead the nation in his next term.
14 November,2024 04:58 PM ISTThe Middle East is caught in the middle of the ongoing Israel vs. Hezbollah conflict. On November 13, Hezbollah fired a barrage of rockets into northern Israel, many of which were intercepted by Israel’s powerful air defense systems. The Israeli military confirmed that 20 rockets were stopped, though one rocket hit a house in Ma’alot-Tarshiha. Fortunately, no one was hurt. In response, Israel launched airstrikes on Hezbollah-controlled areas in southern Beirut for the second day in a row. This increase in violence comes amid Israel's ongoing war in Gaza, further raising tensions across the region. The situation remains tense, with both sides continuing to exchange fire, adding to the instability in the Middle East
14 November,2024 02:45 PM ISTDays after his historic win in the 2024 U.S. elections, Donald Trump began announcing his cabinet appointments, including the creation of a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy were chosen to lead the department, with Trump saying they would work to reduce government bureaucracy. Musk added that this move would shake up the system and tackle government waste. The acronym "DOGE" quickly went viral on social media, with memes and posts linking it to Musk's involvement with Dogecoin, the cryptocurrency. Musk shared some of these memes, enjoying the online reaction. One popular post even featured a design combining DOGE, the American flag, and the Dogecoin mascot, Kabosu.
13 November,2024 05:21 PM ISTOn November 12, Donald Trump appointed Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, as the new Secretary of Homeland Security. Noem is a strong supporter of Trump and has backed his tough border policies. Although she has little experience with national security, she has been involved in sending troops to Texas to help stop illegal immigration. Noem has called the U.S.-Mexico border a "war zone." Trump chose her because of her strong stance on border security, which is a major focus of his campaign to secure the border and carry out mass deportations. In her new role, Noem will work closely with Trump's "border czar," Tom Homan, to help make America safer. The Department of Homeland Security, which has over 260,000 employees, handles a wide range of issues, including border security, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity. Trump has promised to strengthen immigration control starting on his first day back in office.
13 November,2024 04:38 PM ISTOn November 11, 2024, Hezbollah fired nearly 200 rockets into Israel, targeting Haifa, which set off sirens and caused significant fires in Kiryat Ata. Videos from Israel’s MDA ambulance service showed buildings and vehicles burning. An Israeli woman described narrowly escaping death, saying there was "only a second" between life and death. Despite the barrage, many rockets were intercepted by the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF). Hezbollah’s ramped-up attacks follow the killing of its leaders by Israeli forces. Hezbollah has been launching daily rockets and drones since Hamas' October 7 assault on Israel, in retaliation for the deaths of its top commanders. With much of its leadership dismantled, Hezbollah is now led by Naim Qassem, who is likely to be the next target for the IDF. Watch video for more.
12 November,2024 05:25 PM ISTOn November 11, 2024, Hezbollah launched nearly 200 rockets into Israel, hitting Haifa and surrounding areas. The attack triggered air raid sirens and caused significant fires and damage in the Kiryat Ata suburb, east of Haifa. Videos from Israel's ambulance service showed buildings and vehicles on fire. This increase in rocket and drone attacks by Hezbollah is in retaliation for the killing of their top leaders by Israeli forces. Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group, began firing rockets into Israeli border communities after the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Despite the attacks, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have successfully targeted and killed many of Hezbollah’s senior commanders. Now, Naim Qassem, the group's current leader, is considered a likely target for the IDF as the group’s leadership continues to crumble.
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