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Critically ill former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia to be taken to London, doctors say

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Dhaka (TIP)- A medical board looking after critically ill former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia on Thursday decided to send her to London for advanced treatment, her personal physician AZM Zahid Hossain said. Zia, the 80-year-old Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson, will be flown in an air ambulance late after midnight or early Friday to … Critically ill former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia to be taken to London, doctors say

Pakistan formally appoints Asim Munir as first Chief of Defence Forces

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Islamabad (TIP)- President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday, Dec 4, approved the appointment of the army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, as Pakistan’s first Chief of Defence Forces for a period of five years. President Zardari approved the summary submitted by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif formally asking him to appoint Chief of the Army Staff … Pakistan formally appoints Asim Munir as first Chief of Defence Forces

Pak allows UN to deliver relief supplies to Afghanistan through 2 border crossings

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Pakistan on Thursday, Dec 4, decided to allow United Nations agencies to deliver relief supplies to Afghanistan from two border crossing points in northwest Pakistan, according to an official communication issued by the Ministry of Commerce. The ministry has written a letter to the Director General of Afghan Transit Trade and the Member Customs Operations … Pak allows UN to deliver relief supplies to Afghanistan through 2 border crossings

China rejects Japan PM Takaichi’s reaffirmation of Taiwan stance

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Beijing (TIP) – China continued to voice its frustration with Japan after new comments from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirming Tokyo’s long-held position that it understands and respects Beijing’s view on Taiwan. At a regular press briefing on Dec 4, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian questioned Ms Takaichi’s remarks. “Now that Prime Minister Takaichi … China rejects Japan PM Takaichi’s reaffirmation of Taiwan stance

Macron urges China to push for peace, rebalance trade

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Paris (TIP)- French President Emmanuel Macron appealed to Xi Jinping to help end the war in Ukraine and to tackle trade deficits as the two leaders met in Beijing on Thursday, Dec 4. For Macron, making his fourth visit to China while in office, the three-day trip is an opportunity to shore up support for … Macron urges China to push for peace, rebalance trade

Meta says starting to remove under-16s from social media in Australia

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Tech giant Meta said on Thursday, Dec 4, it is starting to remove under-16s in Australia from Instagram, Threads and Facebook ahead of the country’s world-first social media ban. Australia is obliging social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram and TikTok to remove and block users younger than 16 by December 10, when the law comes … Meta says starting to remove under-16s from social media in Australia

Israel strikes Hezbollah weapons storage sites in Southern Lebanon

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Tel Aviv (TIP)- Israeli raids hit south Lebanon on Thursday, Dec 4, as its military said it was striking Hezbollah weapons storage facilities, a day after Lebanese and Israeli civilian representatives held their first direct talks in decades. Despite a November 2024 ceasefire that was supposed to end more than a year of hostilities between … Israel strikes Hezbollah weapons storage sites in Southern Lebanon

Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine’s troops will withdraw

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Moscow (TIP)- President Vladimir Putin has warned again that Ukrainian troops must withdraw from Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region or Russia will seize it, rejecting any compromise over how to end the war in Ukraine. “Either we liberate these territories by force, or Ukrainian troops will leave these territories,” he told India Today. Moscow controls some … Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine’s troops will withdraw

Next steps for Ukraine talks unclear after Moscow meeting, Trump says

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The path ahead for Ukraine peace talks is unclear, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, after what he called “reasonably good” talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. envoys. The Kremlin said on Dec 3 that Putin accepted some U.S. proposals aimed at ending the war in Ukraine and was prepared to keep … Next steps for Ukraine talks unclear after Moscow meeting, Trump says

After flaunting diamond ring, Miley Cyrus confirms engagement to Maxx Morando

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After sending the rumor mills into overdrive with an eye-catching diamond ring at the Avatar: Fire and Ash premiere in Los Angeles, Miley Cyrus has finally put all speculation to rest. The pop star has confirmed that she is engaged to her longtime partner Maxx Morando after four years of dating. The news of Miley, … After flaunting diamond ring, Miley Cyrus confirms engagement to Maxx Morando

DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence to start shoot for Scorsese’s What Happens At Night

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Filming for the upcoming film What Happens At Night, directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, is scheduled to begin next month, that is, in early 2026. The film is based on Peter Cameron’s novel and will bring together DiCaprio and Lawrence for the first time, with the story rooted in … DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence to start shoot for Scorsese’s What Happens At Night

Scarlett Johansson in final talks to join ‘The Batman’ sequel

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Scarlett Johansson is headed to DC’s Gotham City, and is in final negotiations to join The Batman Part II, sources said, according to Deadline. The actress’ potential appearance in the sequel to Matt Reeves’ 2021 hit would happen four years after she left the Marvel Cinematic Universe behind. Should the deal come together, Johansson will … Scarlett Johansson in final talks to join ‘The Batman’ sequel

It’s just a phase, not a shutdown: Rakul Preet

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Pooja Entertainment, led by Vashu Bhagnani and his son Jackky Bhagnani, recently experienced significant financial challenges after their film Bade Miyan Chote Miyan failed at the box office in 2024. The losses led to widespread speculation about the company’s stability, including reports of unpaid dues and large-scale staff layoffs. Actor Rakul Preet Singh, who is … It’s just a phase, not a shutdown: Rakul Preet

Tere Ishk Mein: Dhanush-Kriti’s film hits Rs 100 crore globally

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Director Aanand L Rai’s latest romantic drama Tere Ishk Mein, featuring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, faced a decline in box office collections on its sixth day. After strong growth, the film experienced its lowest figures so far this Wednesday, even as it surpassed the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide. The movie opened with momentum but … Tere Ishk Mein: Dhanush-Kriti’s film hits Rs 100 crore globally

Rashmika addresses wedding rumors with Vijay Deverakonda, prefers privacy

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Rashmika Mandanna has finally spoken out amid mounting speculation regarding her reported wedding with Vijay Deverakonda, which is said to be planned for February 2026. The rumours have gained traction on social media, prompting the actor to respond publicly for the first time. When asked about the reports, Rashmika declined to confirm or deny the … Rashmika addresses wedding rumors with Vijay Deverakonda, prefers privacy

Supreme Court calls for day-to-day special court trials in acid attack cases

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New Delhi (TIP)- The Supreme Court on Thursday, Dec 4,  called for day-to-day special court trials in acid attack cases as it heard an acid attack survivor’s plea seeking social security, even as the trial in her case remained pending in a Delhi court since 2009. “It is a shame on society. If the national … Supreme Court calls for day-to-day special court trials in acid attack cases

Adults can be in live-in relationship even without attaining marriageable age: HC

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The Rajasthan High Court has ruled that two consenting adults are entitled to be in a live-in relationship even if they have not yet reached the legal age for marriage, underscoring that constitutional rights cannot be curtailed on that ground. Justice Anoop Dhand delivered the judgement while hearing a plea for protection filed by an … Adults can be in live-in relationship even without attaining marriageable age: HC

US deported 3,258 Indians in 2025, highest in 16 years, govt tells RS

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New Delhi (TIP)- The United States (US) has deported 3,258 Indian nationals so far this year, the highest number in the past 16 years, with the total number of people deported since 2009 touching 18,822, according to figures provided by the government in Rajya Sabha on Thursday, Dec 4. The government has engaged US authorities … US deported 3,258 Indians in 2025, highest in 16 years, govt tells RS

IndiGo mess: 600 flights cancelled; all Delhi ops hit

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As IndiGo’s operational turmoil entered Day 3 on Friday, Dec 5, more than 600 flights were cancelled across major airports, adding to the over 550 cancellations reported on Dec 4. The airline has cancelled all 235 flights at Delhi airport today, while Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad were also severely affected, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded … IndiGo mess: 600 flights cancelled; all Delhi ops hit

First come to India, then we’ll hear your plea, Bombay HC tells Mallya

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Mumbai (TIP)- The Bombay High Court on Thursday, Dec 4,  told the lawyer appearing for liquor baron Vijay Mallya that it would hear his petition questioning the validity of the Fugitive Economic Offences (FEO) Act, 2018, and seeking various reliefs in relation to the FEO proceedings against him, only after he returns to the country. … First come to India, then we’ll hear your plea, Bombay HC tells Mallya

‘Insecure’ govt asking foreign leaders not to meet LoP: Rahul Gandhi

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New Delhi (TIP)- Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi said visiting foreign dignitaries were being discouraged from meeting him, a practice he described as a mark of the government’s “insecurity”. Speaking to reporters in the Parliament complex, Gandhi said successive governments, from the Vajpayee era to the Manmohan Singh years, had upheld the … ‘Insecure’ govt asking foreign leaders not to meet LoP: Rahul Gandhi

Loans to get cheaper, RBI trims policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%

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Shrugging off concerns over the depreciation of rupee, the RBI has cut interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25 per cent in a bid to further bolster economic growth, which rose to a six-quarter high of 8.2 per cent in the second quarter of the current financial year. The development is expected to make … Loans to get cheaper, RBI trims policy interest rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%

Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US

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TORONTO  (TIP): Canada has joined a major European Union defense fund, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s office said Monday, December 1, as the country looks to diversify its military spending away from the United States, says AP in a report by Rob Gillies. The plan allows Canadian defense companies access to a 150 billion euro ($170 … Canada joins EU defense fund as the country pivots away from the US

Dissidence continues for Mark Carney in the Liberal caucus as Steven Guilbeault’s replacement is announced

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OTTAWA (TIP): Problems refuse to die down for Prime Minister Mark Carney even after the British Columbian Premier David Eby offered to talk with Alberta and Ottawa about the new pipeline on the condition that the existing ban on tanker traffic off his province’s northern coast remains in place. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta … Dissidence continues for Mark Carney in the Liberal caucus as Steven Guilbeault’s replacement is announced

Mayor of Winnipeg felicitates Hiren Shah for his volunteer work

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TORONTO (TIP): Volunteering and social service come naturally to him. Born and brought up in Winnipeg, Manitoba, 45-year-old Hiren Shah lived up to the adage “like father, like son.” Emulating his illustrious father, Hemant Shah, a pioneer in promoting Indo-Canadians relations in general and trade partnerships in particular, Hiren has been out to prove that … Mayor of Winnipeg felicitates Hiren Shah for his volunteer work

Former Canadian MP Ruby Dhalla honored with ‘Dhee Punjab Di’ award in Phagwara

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She was honored in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the promotion of Punjabi language, culture and global representation of the Punjabi community NEW YORK / PHAGWARA (TIP): Former Canadian Member of Parliament Ruby Dhalla was honored with the prestigious ‘Dhee Punjab Di’ Award during a special ceremony held in Phagwara on Sunday, November 30, … Former Canadian MP Ruby Dhalla honored with ‘Dhee Punjab Di’ award in Phagwara

INDIA–RUSSIA RELATIONS : A FRIENDSHIP THAT HAS STOOD EVERY TEST OF TIME

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The relationship between India and Russia—earlier the Soviet Union—remains one of the most resilient bilateral partnerships in modern international politics. Marked by cordiality, strategic trust, and a deep sense of mutual respect, it is a partnership that has never been transactional, never been opportunistic, and never been shaken by the shifting tides of global politics. … INDIA–RUSSIA RELATIONS : A FRIENDSHIP THAT HAS STOOD EVERY TEST OF TIME

Kohli – the embodiment of passion, drive and desire

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The dictionary definition of a machine is ‘a piece of equipment with moving parts that is designed to do a particular job. It usually needs electricity, gas, steam etc. in order to work.’ Sometimes conveniently, mostly lazily and almost out of compulsion, we have tended to label Virat Kohli as a run-machine. How much further … Kohli – the embodiment of passion, drive and desire

Europe is holding the line against Trump’s and Putin’s plans for Ukraine. But it won’t be able to for ever

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In the 21st-century imbalance of power, Europe and Nato have neither the arms nor the wealth to impel Russia or the US to take its peace settlement seriously The failure of this week’s peace talks between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff fits into a now well-established pattern of standoffs on Ukraine during … Europe is holding the line against Trump’s and Putin’s plans for Ukraine. But it won’t be able to for ever

Trump-MbS summit – $1 trillion among friends

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The exceptional amity heralds new domains of strategic cooperation, with the potential to anchor bilateral, regional and global developments in a more consequential manner As adrenaline-high at the Saudi-American Summit last week demonstrated, the 80-year-old bilateral alliance remains perhaps the oldest transactional deal still going strong. It predates the establishment of post-Second World War global … Trump-MbS summit – $1 trillion among friends