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London [UK], January 4 (ANI): Lawyers representing the campaign group Stop Uyghur Genocide (SUG) have presented a dossier of evidence to Shein's legal team, accusing the fashion giant of being complicit in supply chain abuses linked to forced labour in the Uyghur region of China. The dossier has been handed over just days before Shein's European legal advisor, Yinan Zhu, is set to appear before the UK's Business and Trade

New Delhi [India], January 4 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Delhi President Virendraa Sachdeva lashed out at Arvind Kejriwal's statement on the water situation in the city and alleged that the he was lying. "Arvind Kejriwal has lied once again today. The situation regarding water supply in Delhi is concerning. Many residents who are living their lives peacefully are now disturbed by the exorbitant water bills they ha

Karachi [Pakistan] January 4, (ANI): In 2024, Pakistan ranked first globally for the financial losses incurred due to internet and social media app outages and shutdowns, with a total loss of USD 1.62 billion. This figure surpassed the losses of countries like Sudan and Myanmar, which are experiencing civil wars. According to a report by Top10VPN.com, an independent VPN reviewer, the worldwide internet disruptions lasted

BRUSSELS, 4th January, 2025 (WAM) -- Poland launched its presidency of the Council of the European Union on Friday with a ceremony at the National Theatre in Warsaw, attended by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and European Council President Antonio Costa.

New Delhi [India], January 4 (ANI): Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have started 2025 on a cautious note in Indian equities, with a net selling of Rs 4,285 crore in just the first three trading sessions of the year, according to data from the National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL). The data further revealed that the highest selling in the equity segment occurred on the very first day of 2025, with a significant

BEIJING, China: In his New Year's speech, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that no one can stop China's "reunification" with Taiwan, sending a strong warning to pro-independence supporters on the island and abroad.

NEW YORK, 4th January, 2025 (WAM) -- UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Trk has warned the international community of a "human-rights catastrophe continuing to unfold in Gaza before the eyes of the world."

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 4 (ANI): Niranjani Akhara arrived in Prayagraj on Saturday for the Maha Kumbh Mela. The procession featured seers smeared in ashes, wearing garlands, and riding horses, with one saint on an elephant. Many other saints followed, carrying the Akhara's flags. A seer of Niranjani Akhara told ANI, "Today, there is the Nagar Peshwai and Chawni Prawesh of Niranjani Akhara. Today, our Ak

New Delhi [India], January 4 (ANI): India's current account deficit (CAD) is expected to remain elevated in FY26 due to stringent global trade policies, according to a report by JM Financial. The report highlighted that the country's imports have consistently outpaced exports, leading to a widening trade deficit. The risk of a further deterioration in India's trade balance due to sluggish exports, which will keep the coun

(Photo credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images) Aaron Wiggins scored a season-high 19 points -- 15 in the fourth quarter -- as the host Oklahoma City Thunder stretched their winning streak to 14 games with a 117-107 win over the New York Knicks on Friday. The streak ties the longest for the Thunder franchise, including its time as the SeattleSupersonics. The Knicks had a nine-game win string ended. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sco

By Amrit PrakashPrayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 4 (ANI): As Prayagraj gears up for the Mahakumbh Mela, a large number of foreign devotees are also arriving at the "Kriyayoga Ashram and Research Institute Of Swami Yogi Satyam" camp at Mahakumbhand to participate in yoga classes. Swami Bhavanand, a resident of Brazil and Kriya Yoga trainer at the Kriyayoga Ashram and Research Institute of Swami Yogi Satyam said t

SAN FRANCISCO, 4th January, 2025 (WAM) -- Microsoft plans to invest around $80 billion in the expansion of data centres for artificial intelligence (AI) during the current financial year - with more than half of that to be invested in the United States, German press agency (dpa) reported.

BEIJING, Jan. 4 (Xinhua) -- China will launch a month-long online shopping event for festive goods ahead of the upcoming Spring Festival, which falls on Jan. 29 this year.

Hong Kong, January 4 (ANI): China is planning to impose new export restrictions on technologies used to extract minerals vital for the global electric vehicle (EV) industry, signalling an escalation in its ongoing tech rivalry with the United States, CNN reported. The proposed measures, if approved, would target technologies related to lithium, gallium, and battery cathode production, crucial components for EV battery and

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 4 (ANI): The cold wave prevailing in the entire country gripped the city of Prayagraj on Saturday. Visuals from Prayagraj showed people layered in proper winter clothing and sitting near bonfires to protect themselves from the chilly weather. Despite the Cold conditions devotees were seen taking a bath in the Sangam Ghat. Rajeev Kumar Singh, a visitor from Pratapgarh said that it

New York [US], January 4 (ANI): US President Joe Biden announced on Friday his decision to block a USD 14.3 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, a significant exercise of executive authority towards the end of his administration, CNN reported. In a statement, Biden emphasised the importance of steel production in the US, saying, "As I have said many times, steel production - and the steel workers who p

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 4 (ANI): A walkathon was held in Prayagraj district to promote food safety standards ahead of the Mahakumbh 2025 in Uttar Pradesh. The city of Prayagraj will host Maha Kumbh 2025 from January 13 to February 26. Ravindra Madad, District Magistrate, Prayagraj " A walkathon is being held here (to promote food safety standards the Mahakumbh). The devotees and other invitees should ex

Vellore (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 4 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday conducted an 11-hour raid at the residence of DMK General Secretary and Tamil Nadu Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan in Vellore district. The raid, which began on Friday afternoon concluded at 1:35 AM. ED conducted the raid at Duraimurugan's residence as part of its ongoing investigation into an alleged money laundering case conn

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Notching a fourth straight month of gains, contracts to buy previously owned homes in the U.S. rose more than expected in November as buyers focused on taking advantage of improved inventory despite stubbornly high mortgage rates.

WASHINGTON, D.C.: The U.S. government has identified a ninth telecommunications company compromised in the widespread Chinese-linked cyberespionage campaign known as Salt Typhoon, a senior White House official announced.

New Delhi [India], January 4 (ANI): Amid severe fog conditions in Delhi, Indigo airlines on Saturday issued an advisory and stated that the flight schedules from the city and other Northern regions could be impacted. Taking to social media X, the airline in a post wrote about the current fog conditions in North India. "6ETravelAdvisory: With winter in full swing, many regions in Northern India are experiencing varying fog

"Americans only pay attention to spectacles," the suspect wrote before detonating the vehicle outside a Trump hotel

"Americans only pay attention to spectacles," the suspect wrote before detonating the vehicle outside a Trump hotel

"Americans only pay attention to spectacles," the suspect wrote before detonating a Tesla Cybertruck outside a Trump hotel

New Delhi [India], January 4 (ANI): Delhi was shrouded in dense fog as a cold wave gripped the city on Saturday morning. As the harsh winter continued many homeless people were seen staying at night shelters. According to the India Meteorological Department, Delhi recorded 10.2 degrees Celsius at 5.30 am on Saturday. At this time yesterday, the city's temperature was 9.6 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the air quality in the