US Files Charges Against Indian Man For Alleged Bid To Kill Khalistani Terrorist

WASHINGTON: The US Department of Justice has issued a statement alleging a foiled plot from India to murder a US-based Sikh separatist. The foreign ministry said earlier today that it was examining the inputs from the United States. Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun -- a dual citizen of the United States and Canada -- was allegedly the target of the plot. In a statement today, the US Attorney's Office accused an Indian government employee of being part of a murder conspiracy....more

Hamas releases 16 more hostages; Blinken in Tel Aviv to extend truce deal

TEL AVIV: The war between Israel and the terror group Hamas entered its 55th day on Thursday, with a ceasefire currently being observed by the two sides. The peace deal between the two, which came into effect on November 24, was further extended by 2 days till Wednesday. Amid the global pressure on Israel and Hamas to extend the truce, 16 more hostages were released by Hamas on the final day of a two-day truce extension on Wednesday, while Israel's prison service said it released 30 more Palestinians from its jails in a sixth round of swaps....more

‘Stay the course on Ukraine’, NATO chief urges allies

BRUSSELS: NATO boss Jens Stoltenberg urged members of the alliance on Tuesday to "stay the course" in supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia's invasion as both the United States and European Union struggle to agree on further military aid. "It's our obligation to ensure that we provide Ukraine with the weapons they need," Stoltenberg told reporters as he arrived for a gathering of foreign ministers from NATO countries at the alliance's headquarters in Brussels....more

KP Singh, Kapil Dev, Vishesh Chandiok inaugurate the 2nd edition of the Kapil Dev Grant Thornton Invitational Tournament

By Deepak Arora

GURGAON: Chairman Emeritus of DLF Ltd KP Singh and Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev inaugurated the second edition of the Kapil Dev Grant Thornton Invitational Tournament here on Tuesday. First to hit the ceremonial tee-off shot was Chairman Emeritus KP Singh. He was followed by former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev. Next to take the ceremonial tee-off was Vishesh C. Chandiok, CEO, Grant Thornton Bharat. He was followed by Vinod Chandiok, Chairman, Grant Thornton Advisory Pvt Ltd. Soon, thereafter, the dignitaries KP Singh, Kapil Dev, Vinod Chandiok, Vishesh C. Chandiok, PGTI CEO Uttam Mundy, Vice President DLF Golf and Country Club Tusch Daroga and Defending Champion Varun Parikh unveiled the trophy....more

Second Edition Of Coveted OMEGA Trophy Held At DLF Golf Club

GURUGRAM:The Swiss watch brand, OMEGA hosted the second edition of the OMEGA trophy event at DLF Golf and Country Club, Gurugram. Coming together to celebrate OMEGA’s passion for golf and watches, the 18-hole tournament attracted seasoned golfers to passionate watch enthusiasts and saw the attendance of celebrated actor Abhishek Bachchan. On the occasion, Fredric Nardin, Vice President, Sales, OMEGA SA said, “We are thrilled to host the second edition of the OMEGA Trophy in India. India is a significant market for us, particularly given that its consumers have a keen sense of quality and heritage. With its emphasis on precision golf, it is a game that strongly resonates with OMEGA and is a part of our DNA. We are happy to be able to share our passion for the game with our customers from across the country.”...more

DLF Golf League Season 2 Commences

GURGAON: After the grand success of DLF Golf League, the much-awaited DLF Golf League Season 2 commenced today (Monday) with great josh. Twelve teams, divided into two groups (Group A and Group B) of six each, are participating in the Season 2. The six teams of Group A are Golfism; The Legends, Golf Tigerz; Racconti Titans; Sultans of Swing; and Nova Mavericks. The six teams of Group B are Sol Golfers; Glenfiddich Antlers; DLF Eagles; Dirty Dozen; Goodfellas; and Golf Code....more

Taiwan Appoints Veteran Diplomat As New US De-Facto Ambassador

TAIPEI: Taiwan on Wednesday appointed a veteran diplomat as its new de facto ambassador to the United States, Taipei's highest-profile global posting despite a lack of formal diplomatic ties, after the previous ambassador quit to run for vice president. Hsiao Bi-khim, well-connected in Washington, resigned from the job as U.S. envoy this month to be the running mate for current Vice President Lai Ching-te in Taiwan's January 13 presidential election. President Tsai Ing-wen cannot run again after two terms in office....more

Ex-Israeli Hostage, 85, Says She Confronted Hamas Chief And Asked 'If He Was Not Ashamed'

JERUSALEM: An 85-year-old Israeli woman kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 and set free two weeks later said she met its Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar while in captivity and asked him how he was not ashamed for having acted violently against peace activists like herself. Yocheved Lifshitz, 85, was taken from her Kibbutz Nir Oz home in Israel to Gaza. She told the Israeli newspaper Davar she confronted Sinwar when he visited the hostages in an underground tunnel where Hamas was holding them captive....more

India Must Take 'Canada's Allegations Seriously': Trudeau After US Case

OTTAWA: U.S. allegations that an Indian government official directed an unsuccessful plot to assassinate a Khalistani terrorist on U.S. soil underscores the need for India to take similar allegations by Canada seriously, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Wednesday. The U.S. Justice Department said earlier on Wednesday that a 52-year-old man worked with an Indian government employee, whose responsibilities included security and intelligence, on the plot to assassinate a New York City resident who advocated for a Sikh sovereign state in northern India....more

India To Finalise Deal With Tesla To Import EVs, Set Up Plant Soon: Report

NEW DELHI: India is closing in on an agreement with Tesla Inc. that would allow the US automaker to ship its electric cars to the country from next year and set up a factory within two years, according to people familiar with the matter. An announcement could come at the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in January, one of the people said, declining to be identified because the discussions are private. Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu are under consideration because they already have well-established ecosystems for electric vehicles and exports, another person said....more

Israel at UN meeting: Sexual violence by Hamas 'widespread weapon of war'

GENEVA: Israel held a meeting at the UN in Geneva late on Monday to raise awareness of sexual violence against women perpetrated during Hamas' Oct. 7 attacks amid criticism that the global body has kept quiet about the issue. Israeli authorities have opened an investigation into sexual violence during the most deadly attack on Israel in its history, including rape, after evidence emerged pointing to sexual crimes, such as victims found disrobed and mutilated....more

India resumes e-visa services for Canadian nationals after 2-month pause

NEW DELHI: India has resumed e-visa services for Canadian nationals after a pause of almost two months, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. Issuing of visas was suspended on September 21 following turmoil in the relationship between the two countries after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made unsubstantiated allegations of a “potential” Indian link in the killing of pro-Khalistani figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, British Columbia....more

Taiwan European Film Festival kicks off in Taipei

TAIPEI: The Taiwan European Film Festival got underway November 23 in Taipei City, underscoring the government’s dedication to deepening cultural links with friendly European nations. Speaking at the opening ceremony, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Tien Chung-kwang praised the richness of European culture, adding that it is highly admired by the people of Taiwan. The festival provides an opportunity for local residents to experience and better understand the continent’s multiculturalism, he said....more

Henry Kissinger, US Diplomat Who Shaped Cold War Diplomacy, Dies At 100

WWASHINGTON: Henry Kissinger, a controversial Nobel Peace Prize winner and diplomatic powerhouse whose service under two presidents left an indelible mark on U.S. foreign policy, died on Wednesday, according to Kissinger Associates Inc. Kissinger died at his home in Connecticut, Kissinger Associates said. Kissinger had been active past his centenary, attending meetings in the White House, publishing a book on leadership styles, and testifying before a Senate committee about the nuclear threat posed by North Korea. In July 2023 he made a surprise visit to Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping....more

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