Democrats are set to hold their convention in Chicago on Aug. 19-22. What was supposed to be a coronation for Biden now becomes an open contest in which nearly 4,700 delegates will be responsible for picking a new standard-bearer to challenge Republican Donald Trump in the fall.
President Joe Biden has announced his decision to withdraw from the 2024 U.S. Presidential race, citing the best interests of both his party and the nation.
An elite panel of founders & young corporate execs at tenth edition of The Economic Times 40 Under Forty shares the mantra for success.
After Joe Biden announced his decision to step down, the US President declared his endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic Party's nominee for president. There was uncertainty about whether other prominent Democrats would contest Harris for the nomination, given her widespread support among party officials, or if the party would opt to allow nominations from additional candidates.
Joe Biden today opted out of the US Presidential election race. The pertinent question now arises -- will Kamala Harris become Democrat's Presidential nominee against Republican candidate Donald Trump?
Biden's halting performance at the June 27 presidential debate against Republican candidate Donald Trump, pushed even some of his closest allies to question whether he could endure a full campaign, and added gasoline to a smoldering Democratic party movement questioning the wisdom of his second term. Within days, Biden went from the party's figurehead to a liability. He became the first sitting president to stand down from a possible reelection since Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968.
A total of 7,567 companies across sectors were brought into administration until March end, according to the latest data from the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India. As per the National Judicial Data Grid, more than 45 million cases are pending in courts across the country, including about six million cases in 25 high courts and 83,800 cases in the Supreme Court.
Budget 2024: Recent deaths of 18 'Agniveers' have reignited the debate on the effectiveness of the Agnipath scheme in India's defense budget. Rising pension costs from OROP have constrained modernization efforts. The need for structural reforms and strategic allocation of resources is highlighted amidst global security challenges.
US President Joe Biden has announced his decision to'step down' as the Democratic Party's Presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, following concerns about his mental stability and lack of confidence to beat Donald Trump. Biden's term ends on January 20, 2025, and he has endorsed his colleague and current Vice President Kamala Harris as his pick to run for the US Presidency.
The final season of Stranger Things has faced significant delays. While the last episodes of Season 4 were released on July 1, 2022, production for Season 5 did not begin until January 2024.
Chivalry, a traditional form of kindness, has been viewed as patronizing and patriotic in social interactions. This shift has led to a reevaluation of gestures like holding doors open for women, which are now seen as a form of patronage. This has led to a fear of being misinterpreted, but kindness and politeness are not inherently gendered.
Three new cases of Newcastle disease were ruled out in Brazil after additional test samples from Friday in Rio Grande do Sul's protection zone. The first case since 2006 led to 7,000 bird deaths and an export ban. Meat lobby ABPA, ASGAV welcomed the findings. Agriculture minister Carlos Favaro emphasized robust defence and aims for export resumption.
Bangladesh has scaled back a controversial job quota proposal, which reserved 30% of government jobs for descendants of those who fought for independence in 1971. The Supreme Court ordered the government to reduce the quota to 5%, with 93% of jobs allocated on merit. The remaining 2% will be reserved for ethnic minorities, transgender, and disabled people.
Taxation of capital gains from equity ownership has gained popularity in the Indian budget, aiming to direct household savings into more productive investments. However, this treatment leads to widening inequality and limits tax revenue growth. India's stock market is mature, and the effective tax rate favors capital, causing wealth concentration and tax arbitrage between wage and capital income.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has offered shelter to people in distress from Bangladesh, a move that has been criticized by the Central government as misplaced. Banerjee referred to the UN Resolution on refugees as justification for her stand over the possible humanitarian crisis due to the severe law and order breakdown in Bangladesh.
TMC MP Mahua Moitra has petitioned the Supreme Court against UP and Uttarakhand orders for eatery name displays along Kanwar Yatra, citing community discord, economic boycotts against Muslim traders, and privacy concerns. Supported by an NGO, the plea awaits hearing by justices Hrishikesh Roy and S V N Bhatti. The Sawan month yatra arrangements are in place from the Ganges.
Amanda Holden's daughter Lexi was hospitalized after getting infected with E.Coli.
Kerala Health Minister Veena George confirmed that seven samples tested for the Nipah Virus were negative, and 330 people are on the contact list. 101 out of 330 are in the high-risk category, and 6 were in direct contact with the deceased child. The Health Department is continuing to test samples from those in the contact list. The 14-year-old boy who tested positive for the virus at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital died on Sunday afternoon.
Gujarat has reported 13 new suspected Chandipura virus cases and five fatalities, raising the total to 84. The state health department has initiated measures to control the virus, which is transmitted by vectors like mosquitoes, ticks, and sandflies. The National Institute of Virology confirmed nine cases from Gujarat, and no new cases were reported.
The Kerala government faces criticism from the BJP over appointing an IAS officer for 'External Cooperation'. The government defends the decision, stating it aims to enhance coordination with states for trade and investment promotion. The BJP raises concerns over constitutional principles and national integrity.
Heartstopper Season 3 is on its way, and fans can finally mark their calendars for its release. The new season promises to explore more emotional challenges for the characters.
Congress President Kharge dissolves Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee after disappointing election results. Complete restructuring of the committee approved with immediate effect. New leadership to be appointed. Congress aims to strengthen its presence in Odisha and focus on development.
UP and Uttarakhand's directive for eateries on the Kanwar Yatra route to display owners' names faces backlash. Supreme Court to hear a plea. BJP cites religious and 2006 guidelines. Ramdev, RLD, and opposition parties oppose. Dhaba owners fear losing customers. Pushkar Singh Dhami defends it on safety concerns. Ujjain Municipal Corporation mandates similar rules for safety.
