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News24.com | Jacob Zuma to fight VBS loan summons to avoid losing Nkandla - report

Former President Jacob Zuma has filed a notice of intention to fight a summons filed by VBS Mutual Bank for him to pay back the R7.3m he owes for his Nkandla home, or risk losing the property, a report says. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2C1PykZ

India's Jobless Rate Rises To Highest Level In Over 3 Years: Think Tank

India's infrastructure output fell 5.2 per cent in September from a year earlier, the worst performance in years, government data showed on Thursday. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2Nr8Up0 India's infrastructure output fell 5.2 per cent in September from a year earlier, the worst performance in years, government data showed on Thursday.

Bajaj Auto Domestic Sales Down Nearly 13% In October

Motorcycle exports increased 3.30 per cent to 1,56,397 units. However, total motorcycle sales - including the domestic market and exports - came down 7.87 per cent to 3,98,913 units. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2WDQOo4 Motorcycle exports increased 3.30 per cent to 1,56,397 units. However, total motorcycle sales - including the domestic market and exports - came down 7.87 per cent to 3,98,913 units.

News24.com | Tutu wishes the Springboks the best of luck ahead of the final against England

Archbishop emeritus Desmond Tutu has joined millions of South Africans in wishing the Springboks the best of luck against England in the Rugby World Cup final in Japan on Saturday. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NvGN8g

No passport required for visiting Kartarpur Sahib, fee waived for 2 days

In a major relief to devotees visiting Pakistan for the celebrations of the 550th "Prakash Purb" of Guru Nanak Dev, the host country on Friday announced to waive off conditions of carrying a passport for identification and prior registration for the visitors. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2ozBSdR

News24.com | Ex-White House advisor on Trump call | Outgoing US rep Katie Hill slams 'misogynistic culture': WATCH the top world news videos for today

Ex-White House adviser saw nothing illegal in Trump call | Katie Hill slams 'misogynistic culture' in exit speech; here are the top world news videos for today. WATCH. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/335Y6Do

Who is Abu Ibrahim al-Quraishi, the new head of Islamic State

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The Islamic State confirmed the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and named his replacement as Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Quraishi. The new IS leader is identified as a scholar, a well-known warrior and "emir of war" who has battled American forces. The IS picked the name Quraishi for Baghdadi's successor to suggest descent from the Prophet Mohammad's tribe. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2BZHC3L The Islamic State confirmed the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and named his replacement as Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Quraishi. The new IS leader is identified as a scholar, a well-known warrior and "emir of war" who has battled American forces. The IS picked the name Quraishi for Baghdadi's successor to suggest descent from the Prophet Mohammad's tribe.

North Korea says it test fired new multiple rocket launcher

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North Korea confirmed Friday it conducted its third test-firing of a new "super-large" multiple rocket launcher that it says expands its ability to destroy enemy targets in surprise attacks. The latest launches extended a monthslong streak of weapons displays by the North, which continues to use a standstill in nuclear negotiations to advance its military capabilities while pressuring Washington for concessions. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/36oblkU North Korea confirmed Friday it conducted its third test-firing of a new "super-large" multiple rocket launcher that it says expands its ability to destroy enemy targets in surprise attacks. The latest launches extended a monthslong streak of weapons displays by the North, which continues to use a standstill in nuclear negotiations to advance its military capabilities while pressuring Washington for concessions.

News24.com | Mihalik murder: One year on and family still waits for justice

It has been a year since Cape Town advocate Pete Mihalik was shot dead at close range while doing a school run on a sunny spring day. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Nzqqr4

Trump to move permanent residence to Florida

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"My family and I will be making Palm Beach, Florida, our Permanent Residence," Trump said on Twitter. "Despite the fact that I pay millions of dollars in city, state and local taxes each year, I have been treated very badly by the political leaders of both the city and state," he said, referring to New York. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2C293Ki "My family and I will be making Palm Beach, Florida, our Permanent Residence," Trump said on Twitter. "Despite the fact that I pay millions of dollars in city, state and local taxes each year, I have been treated very badly by the political leaders of both the city and state," he said, referring to New York.

Dying winds bring relief after weeks of California wildfires

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The winds subsided in virtually all parts of the state Thursday and forecasters anticipated at least a week of calm weather, though there was no rain in the forecast that would reduce the threat of fall fires. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2C3moSt The winds subsided in virtually all parts of the state Thursday and forecasters anticipated at least a week of calm weather, though there was no rain in the forecast that would reduce the threat of fall fires.

Gold Set For Second Weekly Rise On US-China Trade Deal Uncertainty

Holdings of the largest gold-backed exchange-traded-fund (ETF), New York's SPDR Gold Trust , fell 0.19 percent on Wednesday from Tuesday. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/31Zpgug Holdings of the largest gold-backed exchange-traded-fund (ETF), New York's SPDR Gold Trust , fell 0.19 percent on Wednesday from Tuesday.

Sensex, Nifty Likely To Open Lower Today; Yes Bank Results In Focus

Sensex, Nifty LIVE Market Updates: On Thursday, the S&P BSE Sensex index had ended 77.18 points (0.19 per cent) higher at 40,129.05 after touching an all-time high of 40,392.22 during the session, and... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2qe2LV2 Sensex, Nifty LIVE Market Updates: On Thursday, the S&P BSE Sensex index had ended 77.18 points (0.19 per cent) higher at 40,129.05 after touching an all-time high of 40,392.22 during the session, and...

News24.com | From Boktown to Zwide: Where you can watch Saturday's Rugby World Cup final

As anticipation for Saturday's Rugby World Cup final in Japan swells, the not so small matter of finding the perfect viewing spot will be on top of the mind for most. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2oyVbnC

News24.com | Zelda la Grange to Madiba: 'I can hear your voice loud and clear…'

In a letter to former president Nelson Mandela, his former personal assistant Zelda le Grange tells him about her excitement for the Rugby World Cup final, when the most representative team from South Africa to ever play for the cup faces England. "Your words ring true. Sport has the power to unite people like no other event," she writes. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2BYAjt6

News24.com | Mayihlome Tshwete to Siya Kolisi: 'Winning the trophy won't change things'

I know you know the history of this country well enough to know that these divides cannot be placed on the shoulders of great athletes such as yourself to fix, writes Mayihlome Tshwete to Springbok captain Siya Kolisi. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JDNDY8

Why he posted fake ads on FB about guv race

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British Parliament suspends Indian-origin MP Keith Vaz for 6 months

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In a strongly-worded report earlier this week, the Commons watchdog said there was "convincing evidence" that Vaz was "evasive or unhelpful" during an investigation into his conduct. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/36wYblM In a strongly-worded report earlier this week, the Commons watchdog said there was "convincing evidence" that Vaz was "evasive or unhelpful" during an investigation into his conduct.

Goats help save Californian library from wildfire

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German Chancellor reaches India for intergovernmental talks

German Chancellor Angela Merkel arrived here on Thursday night on a two-day visit during which she, along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will co-chair the biennial Fifth Inter Governmental Consultations, after which around 20 bilateral agreements are set to be inked between the two sides. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2PDiQOL

Pakistan rejects bifurcation of J&K as 'illegal and void'

Pakistan on Thursday rejected the bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir into two Union Territories, terming the changes "illegal and void as per relevant UNSC resolutions". from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2plxorV

IS names Abu Ibrahim al-Quraishi as its new leader

The Islamic State terror organisation on Thursday named Abu Ibrahim al-Quraishi as its new leader after it confirmed the death of Abu Bak al-Baghdadi who was killed in a US raid in northern Syria. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2q6eDsv

India retorts to China, says J&K internal matter

The Kashmir issue, which lay low during the informal Mahabalipuram summit, reared its head on Thursday, with China protesting India's "unilateral move" to create the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, which it said challenges "China's sovereignty". from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2WsMkR4

Fire on train in Pakistan kills 46 after gas canister blast

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At least 65 people were killed and scores injured on Thursday as a massive fire broke out on a moving train after cooking gas stoves carried by some passengers exploded in Pakistan's eastern Punjab province. The train, Tezgam Express, was on its way to Lahore from Karachi when the fire broke out, destroying three bogies at Liaquatpur near Rahim Yar Khan, some 400kms from Lahore. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/36m7kxt At least 65 people were killed and scores injured on Thursday as a massive fire broke out on a moving train after cooking gas stoves carried by some passengers exploded in Pakistan's eastern Punjab province. The train, Tezgam Express, was on its way to Lahore from Karachi when the fire broke out, destroying three bogies at Liaquatpur near Rahim Yar Khan, some 400kms from Lahore.

Modi slams Pakistan, dedicates abrogation of Article 370 to Patel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday slammed Pakistan saying it is challenging the unity of India as it could not win in war. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/334bjMX

Sensex Hits All-Time High, Nifty 180 Points Shy Of Record High

Domestic stock markets clocked a new all-time high on Thursday backed by buying in banking and IT sectors. The S&P BSE Sensex index jumped as much as 293.12 points to touch 40,344.99 at the day's... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2JA3KGf Domestic stock markets clocked a new all-time high on Thursday backed by buying in banking and IT sectors. The S&P BSE Sensex index jumped as much as 293.12 points to touch 40,344.99 at the day's...

News24.com | Judgment day: EFF's Malema to hear whether calling Gordhan 'a dog of white monopoly capital' amounts to hate speech

EFF leader Julius Malema will learn whether his comment about Public Enterprises Minister Pravin Gordhan being a "dog of white monopoly capital" amounted to hate speech. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PyaTul

News24.com | Mpumelelo Mkhabela: There's hope for Mboweni's struggling aloe if all ministers show up

Tito Mboweni's updated economic policy document says all the right things that he would like to see done. But there are still no ideas on how to get implementation going, writes Mpumelelo Mkhabela . from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N22pdu

Fire on train in Pakistan kills 46 after gas canister blast

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A fire broke out on a train in Pakistan on Thursday when a gas canister used to cook food exploded, killing at least 46 people and injuring 15. The fire destroyed three of the train's carriages near the town of Rahim Yar Khan in the south of Punjab province. He said some of the dead were killed when they jumped from the moving train to escape the flames. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2JzWjyP A fire broke out on a train in Pakistan on Thursday when a gas canister used to cook food exploded, killing at least 46 people and injuring 15. The fire destroyed three of the train's carriages near the town of Rahim Yar Khan in the south of Punjab province. He said some of the dead were killed when they jumped from the moving train to escape the flames.

'All central laws to be applicable to new UTs of J&K, Ladakh'

At the stroke of midnight on October 31 as Jammu and Kashmir ceased to exist as a state and was formally bifurcated into two Union Territories, the Union Home Ministry in a gazette notification said that those Central laws, Ordinances and rules which were earlier not applicable to the J&K will henceforth be applicable to the UTs of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/34evUhK

RK Mathur takes oath as first LG of Ladakh Union Territory

Radha Krishna Mathur, was on Thursday morning administered the oath as the first Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/36hDlqi

Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates For Third Time This Year

However, Federal Reserve signaled there would be no further reductions unless the economy takes a turn for the worse. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2WuwgOH However, Federal Reserve signaled there would be no further reductions unless the economy takes a turn for the worse.

News24.com | Al-Baghdadi raid details | Twitter to ban political ads: WATCH the top world news videos for today

Pentagon releases new details on al-Baghdadi raid | Twitter set to ban political advertising saying message should be 'earned, not bought'; here are the top world news videos for today. WATCH. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2BTZNIb

Industry Body COAI Warns Of Telecom Catastrophe, Reliance Jio Disagrees

Bharti and Vodafone Idea have been spooked by the Supreme Court's decision last week to uphold a government demand that will force the companies to pay the bulk of Rs 92,000 crore ($13 billion) in... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/33228N5 Bharti and Vodafone Idea have been spooked by the Supreme Court's decision last week to uphold a government demand that will force the companies to pay the bulk of Rs 92,000 crore ($13 billion) in...

News24.com | EFF pressures HPCSA to take action against paediatric surgeon accused of negligence

The EFF has put pressure on the Health Professions Council of South Africa to take action against a surgeon accused of negligence by a number of families. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2N0YSMp

Sensex Nifty Likely To Open Higher Today Ahead Of F&O Contracts Expiry

Sensex, Nifty LIVE Market Updates: The Sensex had ended 220.03 points - or 0.55 per cent - higher at 40,051.87 and the Nifty settled at 11,844.10, up 57.25 points (0.49 per cent) from its previous... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2Pv2oQN Sensex, Nifty LIVE Market Updates: The Sensex had ended 220.03 points - or 0.55 per cent - higher at 40,051.87 and the Nifty settled at 11,844.10, up 57.25 points (0.49 per cent) from its previous...

News24.com | World Cup winner joins hikers in Cape Town to wish Boks well for Rugby World Cup final

As the Springboks prepare for the Rugby World Cup final in Japan, some 15 000km back in Cape Town, a group of fitness and rugby mad lovers trekked to the top of Lion's Head to wish the national team well. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WqprxC

Pompeo on offense against 'truly hostile' China

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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday vowed to ramp up pressure on China on multiple fronts, calling Beijing "truly hostile" to the United States. In the latest hawkish take on China by President Donald Trump's administration, Pompeo said he would deliver a series of speeches in coming months laying out cases against Beijing on areas from ideology to trade to its efforts for influence within the United States. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3301DmA Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday vowed to ramp up pressure on China on multiple fronts, calling Beijing "truly hostile" to the United States. In the latest hawkish take on China by President Donald Trump's administration, Pompeo said he would deliver a series of speeches in coming months laying out cases against Beijing on areas from ideology to trade to its efforts for influence within the United States.

Tensions, tears, trauma: the Democratic voters suffering under Trump

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Some broke with pro-Trump friends and family. Many quit social media and now refrain from talking about politics. Others say they had old emotional wounds reopened by his presidency. The anger felt in Democratic strongholds like New York towards Donald Trump since he was elected three years ago has been on ample display in street protests and on social media. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2PxpFSb Some broke with pro-Trump friends and family. Many quit social media and now refrain from talking about politics. Others say they had old emotional wounds reopened by his presidency. The anger felt in Democratic strongholds like New York towards Donald Trump since he was elected three years ago has been on ample display in street protests and on social media.

3rd strong earthquake this month jolts southern Philippines

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The third strong earthquake this month shook the southern Philippines on Thursday morning, but there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. The US Geological Survey said the 6.5-magnitude quake was centered 10 kilometers deep (6 miles) near Kisante town. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2JAIa4l The third strong earthquake this month shook the southern Philippines on Thursday morning, but there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. The US Geological Survey said the 6.5-magnitude quake was centered 10 kilometers deep (6 miles) near Kisante town.

Dress properly, avoid porn: China lists moral guidelines for citizens

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Russia tests new disinformation tactic in Africa, raising fears about US polls

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Imran invites Sidhu to Kartarpur corridor inaugural event

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has invited Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu to the Kartapur corridor's inaugural event, slated for November 9, according to Pakistani media on Wednesday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/34kry91

Murmu arrives in Srinagar to take over as 1st LG of Jammu and Kashmir

Senior IAS officer Girish Chandra Murmu, who will be the first Lt Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, arrived here on Wednesday to take charge of the new responsibility on Thursday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2NnEILs

ISI's sinister plan of killing more 'non-residents' in the Valley exposed

Desperate to disrupt New Delhi's development initiatives in the Valley, Pakistan-based terror outfits now plan more killings of "non-residents and non-locals", particularly in south Kashmir. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/36iq1C1

J&K now 'union territory with legislature': Home Ministry

Union Home Ministry has issued a notification on reorganisation of "Jammu and Kashmir into the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and the Union Territory of Ladakh". from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2piA7SY

After 44 yrs, Delhi Police to get new HQ on Oct 31

Delhi Police will witness a history of sorts on Thursday as it will get a new headquarters after spending 44 years at the ITO. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/34evzeU

US scales back attendance at East Asia Summit

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President Donald Trump's new national security advisor will represent the United States at the East Asia Summit, the White House said Tuesday, the lowest-level official to lead the Washington delegation since it was first invited to the regional forum. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/345YBgS President Donald Trump's new national security advisor will represent the United States at the East Asia Summit, the White House said Tuesday, the lowest-level official to lead the Washington delegation since it was first invited to the regional forum.

Lebanese protesters get creative, practice yoga to block roads

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A living room, a yoga class and an outdoor concert: Lebanese protesters are using creative ways to block roads. The protests have been largely peaceful, with security forces exercising restraint. There have been few reports of arrests or serious injuries since the demonstrations began. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2BUIQxd A living room, a yoga class and an outdoor concert: Lebanese protesters are using creative ways to block roads. The protests have been largely peaceful, with security forces exercising restraint. There have been few reports of arrests or serious injuries since the demonstrations began.

Thailand king fires royal guards for 'adultery'

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Sport24.co.za | Lions confirm new Super Rugby coach

The Lions have named Ivan van Rooyen as their new head coach for next year's Super Rugby competition. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/36jSp6D

Sensex Reclaims 40,000, Nifty Firm Above 11,800: 10 Things To Know

The S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 indexes were trading firmly higher in trade on Wednesday paced by gains in Bharti Infratel, Zee Entertainment, Infosys, Bharti Airtel, Nestle India and ITC. The... from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2MWKvsu The S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 indexes were trading firmly higher in trade on Wednesday paced by gains in Bharti Infratel, Zee Entertainment, Infosys, Bharti Airtel, Nestle India and ITC. The...

California braces for powerful winds that could feed fires

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California braced on Tuesday for the most powerful winds this season that threaten to spread destructive fires raging in the state and could spark new blazes. Thousands of firefighters were racing against the clock to gain control of two major fires -- the Kincade Fire in northern California and the Getty Fire, west of Los Angeles. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2qR6qZm California braced on Tuesday for the most powerful winds this season that threaten to spread destructive fires raging in the state and could spark new blazes. Thousands of firefighters were racing against the clock to gain control of two major fires -- the Kincade Fire in northern California and the Getty Fire, west of Los Angeles.

Syria has little to lose at UN-backed talks: Experts

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Syria's government may be on board for the UN-brokered review of its constitution, but it will sink the Geneva talks opening Wednesday before agreeing anything that compromises its authority, experts have said. Opposition negotiators and some analysts also fear that Damascus will use its participation as a bargaining chip to normalise relations with the West, and eventually get sanctions lifted. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Pufyxj Syria's government may be on board for the UN-brokered review of its constitution, but it will sink the Geneva talks opening Wednesday before agreeing anything that compromises its authority, experts have said. Opposition negotiators and some analysts also fear that Damascus will use its participation as a bargaining chip to normalise relations with the West, and eventually get sanctions lifted.

Opinion: Opinion: A Bold Decision In Bangkok Trade Talks Will Shore Up Brand Modi

At this stage in its development, India needs more trade, not less. As country after country in East Asia has demonstrated. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2JvNy8K At this stage in its development, India needs more trade, not less. As country after country in East Asia has demonstrated.

News24.com | Brexit vote | US House hits Turkey with sanctions: WATCH the top world news videos for today

What to watch out for in a pre-Christmas poll | Bipartisan House OKs sanctions bill against Turkey; here are the top world news videos for today. WATCH. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/36iz1ac

News24.com | British MPs vote for December election to break Brexit deadlock

British MPs have agreed to hold an early election, backing Prime Minister Boris Johnson's call to try to break the crippling political deadlock that has seen Brexit delayed three times. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/31Ui3eV

News24.com | Tears and fears: You can survive without me, Mashaba tells staff

Outgoing City of Johannesburg Mayor Herman Mashaba says he is sticking to serving his notice until November 27 unless the DA and its coalition partners inform him otherwise. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/34eNjXO

News24.com | Police still searching for the 'prophet' after 2018 discovery of three bodies in a Pretoria cave

Seventeen months after three men died in a cave near Pretoria in 2018, the police are still searching for a man, only known as the prophet, who is believed to have lived in the cave at the time the bodies were found. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WqN2hN

In historic vote, US House recognizes 'Armenian genocide'

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The US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Tuesday officially recognizing the "Armenian genocide," a symbolic but unprecedented move that angered Turkey amid already heightened tensions with Washington. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/31Wgdue The US House of Representatives passed a resolution on Tuesday officially recognizing the "Armenian genocide," a symbolic but unprecedented move that angered Turkey amid already heightened tensions with Washington.

Electrical equipment probably sparked California fires

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Electrical equipment caused two Southern California wildfires — one that killed three people and destroyed more than 1,600 homes last year — and another still smoldering in the well-heeled hills of Los Angeles, where thousands of people including Arnold Schwarzenegger fled homes in the dark, utilities said Tuesday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Nnaicn Electrical equipment caused two Southern California wildfires — one that killed three people and destroyed more than 1,600 homes last year — and another still smoldering in the well-heeled hills of Los Angeles, where thousands of people including Arnold Schwarzenegger fled homes in the dark, utilities said Tuesday.

Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex, Nifty Set For A Flat Start

In yesterday's session, Sensex surged 582 points and the Nifty climbed 160 points to settle at 11,787. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2pd9Rt7 In yesterday's session, Sensex surged 582 points and the Nifty climbed 160 points to settle at 11,787.

News24.com | Two mines step in to help Barberton's water crisis

The water crisis facing residents of Barberton in the Mpumalanga Lowveld has been temporarily curtailed after two mines in the area stepped in. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/348VvZi

News24.com | WATCH | In the driver's seat: Meet the men who are helping survivors of sexual violence reach safety

In Marikana, distance from clinics prevents victims from getting medical assistance. But this all-male crew are bridging the gaps. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/32Ylwun

Climate activist Greta Thunberg declines environmental award

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Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on Tuesday refused to accept an environmental award, saying the climate movement needed people in power to start to "listen" to "science" and not awards. Thunberg had been nominated for her efforts by both Sweden and Norway and won the organisation's annual environment prize. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/34nnzZp Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on Tuesday refused to accept an environmental award, saying the climate movement needed people in power to start to "listen" to "science" and not awards. Thunberg had been nominated for her efforts by both Sweden and Norway and won the organisation's annual environment prize.

British MPs vote in favour of holding general elections on December 12

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British MPs on Tuesday voted in favour of holding general elections on December 12 following Prime Minister Boris Johnson's fourth bid to force an early poll, a day after a similar attempt was rejected by the leaders as the European Union further extended the Brexit deadline until January 31. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2BUvzEN British MPs on Tuesday voted in favour of holding general elections on December 12 following Prime Minister Boris Johnson's fourth bid to force an early poll, a day after a similar attempt was rejected by the leaders as the European Union further extended the Brexit deadline until January 31.

Roadmap for $5tn economy ready, invest in India, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told his global audience at the Future Investment Initiative (FII) forum that India's roadmap for achieving its target of becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2024 was ready, and appealed to global businesses to invest in the country. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/32XNl69

Nawaz Sharif critically ill; we may lose him: Doctor

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif is "critically unwell" and has been receiving treatment for an undiagnosed blood platelet disorder, while in custody on corruption charges, according to doctor here on Tuesday. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2BVSwHS

Six labourers from West Bengal shot dead in J&K's Kulgam

At least six non-local labourers were killed and another one seriously injured in a sudden attack by militants on Tuesday in Jammu and Kashmir's Kulgam district. All the killed were from West Bengal's Murshidabad, police sources said. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2NlWJtD

Justice Bobde to be next Chief Justice, President signs warrant

Justice Sharad Arvind Bobde will be the next Chief Justice of India as President Ram Nath Kovind paved his way after signing a warrant on Tuesday appointing him as the next CJI. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/36nJQrM

Opinion: Indian Economy Facing A Perfect Storm

The Indian economy is facing a perfect storm, beset by a combination of cyclical and structural factors that makes recovery doubly difficult. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2JrKR83 The Indian economy is facing a perfect storm, beset by a combination of cyclical and structural factors that makes recovery doubly difficult.

2-year-old boy trapped in TN borewell dies, body taken out

The body of the 2-year-old boy Sujith Wilson trapped in an abandoned borewell in Nadukattupatti village in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirappalli district was taken out on early Tuesday after over 80-hours of rescue efforts. from Latest News - News in India - Today's Headlines - Breaking news - saharasamay https://ift.tt/2JxVGps

News24.com | JUST IN: Gwede denies paying reporters to make sex story 'go away'

Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has denied paying Sunday Word journalists to withhold publishing an article about his sex life. from News24 Top Stories https://ift.tt/2BUwt40

Rupee Gains By 18 Paise Against US Dollar

At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened strong at 70.75, marking a gain of 15 paise over its previous close. from NDTV Profit - Latest https://ift.tt/2PsehqM At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened strong at 70.75, marking a gain of 15 paise over its previous close.

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong says barred from election

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US Afghan peace envoy takes push for peace to Pakistan

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Washington's Afghan peace envoy remained in Pakistan on Tuesday as part of efforts to find a negotiated end to Afghanistan's 18 -year war, even though President Donald Trump hasn't expressed any interest in resuming talks with the Taliban. The envoy, Zalmay Khalilzad, met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday and was expected to hold talks with the country's powerful military army chief on Tuesday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2Ptgdz2 Washington's Afghan peace envoy remained in Pakistan on Tuesday as part of efforts to find a negotiated end to Afghanistan's 18 -year war, even though President Donald Trump hasn't expressed any interest in resuming talks with the Taliban. The envoy, Zalmay Khalilzad, met with Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday and was expected to hold talks with the country's powerful military army chief on Tuesday.