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Day: December 17, 2024

Mahfuj Alam, Aide to Dr. Yunus, Sparks Controversy with Call to Annex Indian Territories

Bangladesh Political Aide Sparks Controversy Over Facebook Post Advocating Annexation of Indian Territories Mahfuj Alam, special aide to Dr. Muhammad Yunus and advisor to the Interim Government, triggered regional tensions on Tuesday morning with a controversial Facebook post suggesting the annexation of India’s eastern and northeastern territories. In the post, Alam accused India of pursuing […]

Aamir Khan Predicts India Would Go ‘Ballistic’ if Laapataa Ladies Wins Oscar

Aamir Khan has shared his excitement and optimism following the announcement that Laapataa Ladies will represent India at the Oscars. In a recent interview, the actor reflected on the profound impact an Oscar win would have on the country. Khan stated that if the film were to win, India would go “ballistic,” describing the immense […]

Pope Francis Reveals Foiled Suicide Bombing Attempt During Historic 2021 Iraq Visit

VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis has disclosed that he was the target of an attempted suicide bombing during his historic visit to Iraq in March 2021. The revelation, detailed in an excerpt from his upcoming autobiography Hope set for release on January 14, was published on December 17 by the Italian daily Corriere della Sera. […]

India Unveils New Currency Swap Framework to Bolster SAARC Economic Ties and Stability

The Union Cabinet has approved the new Framework on Currency Swap Arrangement for SAARC Countries 2024-27 on June 19, 2024, replacing the previous arrangement that was in place from 2019-22. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen economic ties, enhance regional financial stability, and address short-term foreign exchange requirements within the SAARC region. The SAARC Currency […]

Madonna is coming back with a new song, alongside Stuart Price

Madonna is returning with a new song, which is expected to be released next year. Through this track, she is collaborating again with Stuart Price, her partner on the iconic Confessions on a Dance Floor album, nearly 20 years after their last collaboration. Madonna posted a video on Instagram, where she is seen writing, singing, […]

Dwayne Johnson’s ‘Red One’ Sets Record for Amazon’s Biggest Opening

In a historic achievement, Amazon MGM’s holiday action-comedy Red One, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has set the biggest opening record in the platform’s history. The movie garnered a massive 50 million viewers worldwide in its first four days of release, making it the most-watched film on Amazon. Previously, the record was held by Red […]

Superman Trailer Release Date Confirmed

The wait for the much-anticipated Superman trailer is almost over! Fans of the iconic superhero can mark their calendars as the trailer for the upcoming Superman movie is set to drop in just a few days. In an exciting announcement, the film’s producers confirmed that the trailer will be unveiled on [insert exact date here], […]

The Rising Cost of Activism: LGBTQ Advocates Face Danger in a Hostile World

Nafis Sadique Shatil The murder of Edwin Kiptoo, a gay rights activist in Kenya, was not just a tragic loss for his community but a stark reminder of the dangers faced by LGBTQ advocates worldwide. Kiptoo, who courageously championed the rights of queer individuals in a country where homosexuality is both criminalized and deeply stigmatized, […]

Wicked: Part 2 Reveals New Title Ahead of 2025 Release

December 2024 – Fans of the beloved Broadway musical Wicked have reason to celebrate as the upcoming Wicked: Part 2 has officially revealed its new title and is slated for a 2025 release. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the highly anticipated film, which is the second part of the two-part movie adaptation of Gregory Maguire’s […]

India Rises to 49th Rank in Network Readiness Index 2024, Leads in AI and ICT Sectors

India has made a significant leap in the Network Readiness Index (NRI) 2024, climbing 11 spots to secure the 49th position globally. The latest ranking, released by the Portulans Institute — a Washington DC-based independent research organization — highlights India’s advancements in technology, artificial intelligence (AI), mobile networks, and broadband, which are being leveraged to […]