Two Teens Killed, Four Injured in Houston Shooting at Makeshift Club

Two Teens Killed, Four Injured in Houston Shooting at Makeshift Club

A tragic shooting at a makeshift club in Houston late Saturday night resulted in the deaths of two teens and the injury of four others, including a 13-year-old girl. Police responded to the chaotic scene, where a large crowd was seen fleeing the venue. The incident occurred at an unsanctioned pop-up party, which appeared to have been organized via social media, in an empty business space. According to Assistant Chief Luis Menendez-Sierra, witnesses reported seeing a man dressed in b

Duolingo English Test: A New Option for Indian Students After SDS Ends

Duolingo English Test: A New Option for Indian Students After SDS Ends

The recent discontinuation of the Canadian Student Direct Stream (SDS) program as of November 8, 2024, has left many Indian students reassessing their plans to study in Canada. The SDS program previously allowed students to speed up the student visa process if they met specific English proficiency test (EPT) requirements like IELTS or PTE. However, with the end of SDS, students now have the opportunity to explore a broader range of EPTs accepted by Canadian institutions. One of the

Abhishek Banerjee Defends EVMs, Dismisses Opposition Doubts

Abhishek Banerjee Defends EVMs, Dismisses Opposition Doubts

In response to growing opposition doubts over Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee has dismissed the allegations and called on critics to prove how the machines can be hacked. Banerjee stated that if people have concerns, they should demonstrate their claims to the Election Commission. He emphasized that if proper procedures are followed, including EVM randomization and mock polls at polling booths, the allegations lack substance. Banerjee's

Bitcoin Hits $106,000 as Investors Anticipate Fed Rate Cut

Bitcoin Hits $106,000 as Investors Anticipate Fed Rate Cut

Bitcoin reached an all-time high of over $106,000, marking a significant milestone just 10 days after surpassing the $100,000 mark. The cryptocurrency’s surge is fueled by expectations that the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates during its upcoming policy meeting. Lower interest rates historically benefit Bitcoin, as they weaken the US dollar and increase the money supply, driving investor interest in digital assets. Bitcoin has risen over 77% in the last year, and its rec

Narayana Murthy Stands by 70-Hour Workweek for India's Growth

Narayana Murthy Stands by 70-Hour Workweek for India's Growth

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has once again defended his controversial call for a 70-hour workweek, which he initially proposed in 2023. Murthy believes that young professionals in India must work harder to make the country globally competitive. Speaking at an event in Kolkata, Murthy highlighted the importance of aiming high and working towards making India the best. He pointed out that millions of Indians still live in poverty, and working hard is crucial to improving the nation&rsquo

Syria’s Assad Regime Secretly Transferred $250 Million in Cash to Russia

Syria’s Assad Regime Secretly Transferred $250 Million in Cash to Russia

A shocking revelation from the Financial Times has disclosed that ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime airlifted around $250 million to Moscow between 2018 and 2019. The cash, including nearly two tonnes of $100 bills and €500 notes, was flown to Moscow’s Vnukovo airport and deposited in Russian banks under sanctions. This move was part of Assad's efforts to bypass Western sanctions that isolated Syria from the global financial system. During this time,

Ukraine Criticizes FIFA for Omitting Crimea in World Cup Draw Map

Ukraine Criticizes FIFA for Omitting Crimea in World Cup Draw Map

Ukraine has condemned FIFA after a map displayed during the European World Cup qualifiers for 2026 appeared to omit Crimea from Ukraine. The map, shown during the December 2024 draw for the joint-hosted tournament by the US, Mexico, and Canada, sparked backlash when it excluded Crimea, which has been under Russian occupation since 2014. Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhy accused FIFA of supporting Russian propaganda and violating international law by "redrawing b

India and Russia Plan Visa-Free Travel for Indian Tourists by 2025

India and Russia Plan Visa-Free Travel for Indian Tourists by 2025

Indian tourists may soon enjoy visa-free travel to Russia, with the new arrangement expected by spring 2025. Since August 2023, Indian travelers have already been eligible for e-visas, which are processed within four days. The upcoming visa-free travel agreement will further strengthen tourism ties between India and Russia. In 2023, Russia granted 9,500 e-visas to Indian visitors, placing India among the top five countries for easy travel access to Russia. Consultations between Mosc

Congress Criticizes Omar Abdullah Over EVM Stance After Maharashtra Elections

Congress Criticizes Omar Abdullah Over EVM Stance After Maharashtra Elections

Congress has criticized National Conference leader and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his changing approach to EVM (Electronic Voting Machine) allegations. This criticism came after Abdullah dismissed claims raised by Congress and other opposition parties about EVM manipulation following the Maharashtra election results. Senior Congress leader Manickam Tagore pointed out that while opposition parties like the NCP, Shiv Sena, and Samajwadi Party have questioned the integrit

Nikita Singhania Arrested in Atul Subhash Suicide Case

Nikita Singhania Arrested in Atul Subhash Suicide Case

Nikita Singhania, the estranged wife of techie Atul Subhash, was arrested by Bengaluru police in Gurugram after being accused of abetting his suicide. Atul Subhash, aged 34, was found dead at his Bengaluru home, leaving behind a suicide note and a video accusing Nikita and her family of cruelty and dowry harassment. Nikita, along with her mother and brother, initially evaded arrest by constantly changing locations and using WhatsApp for communication. However, a single phone call by

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