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Vivek Ramaswamy Drops Out, Endorses Trump After Iowa Setback

16 Jan 2024 11:24 AM IST

Vivek Ramaswamy, a 38-year-old entrepreneur and political novice, exited the race for the Republican White House nomination following a disappointing fourth-place finish in the Iowa caucuses. Despite initially being an improbable contender, he withdrew and promptly threw his support behind former President Donald J. Trump. In Des Moines on Monday

Iceland faces daunting period as volcano destroys Grindavik homes

16 Jan 2024 07:48 AM IST

Iceland’s president said the country is battling “tremendous forces of nature,” after molten lava from a volcano in the island’s southwest consumed several houses in the evacuated town of Grindavik. President Gudni Th. Johannesson said in a televised address late Sunday that “a daunting period of upheaval has begun on

Trump Urges Iowans to vote despite health concerns

16 Jan 2024 07:46 AM IST

At a rally in Indianola, former US President and leading Republican presidential contender Donald Trump urged voters to participate in the Iowa caucuses despite potential health concerns, underscoring the significance of their vote. “You can’t sit home. If you’re sick as a dog, you say, ‘Darling, I got to make

Joe Biden assures continued efforts after 100 days of Gaza captivity

16 Jan 2024 07:42 AM IST

US President Joe Biden has vowed that his administration will continue with its efforts to free hostages seized by Hamas 100 days ago when the terrorist group attacked Israel. In a statement on Sunday, Biden said that the United States and its partners have not given up yet. “In November,

Philippines to boost outposts amid South China Sea disputes

16 Jan 2024 07:34 AM IST

The Philippines plans to enhance its outposts and acquire additional ships in response to China’s increasing assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea, according to the country’s military chief. Manila and Beijing, with a history of maritime disputes, have faced heightened tensions due to recent incidents involving their vessels. Philippine

China fully supports Maldives’ sovereignty; bilateral ties set to soar

16 Jan 2024 07:30 AM IST

Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has spoken highly of his country’s strategic ties with China, saying the two countries respect each other and Beijing fully supports the Indian Ocean island’s sovereignty. Muizzu’s comments came amid an unease in the Maldives’ bilateral ties with India after he took office in November last

Pakistan’s Election Commission rejects postponement of Feb 8 polls

16 Jan 2024 07:27 AM IST

Pakistan’s election commission on Monday rejected a resolution passed by the Senate earlier this month seeking a delay in the February 8 general election, stating that all arrangements have been completed and it won’t be “advisable” to put off the planned polls. On January 5, the upper House of Parliament

Tragedy Strikes as Two Indian Students Found Dead in US; Families Seek Answers

15 Jan 2024 16:29 PM IST

In a tragic incident, two Indian students were discovered dead in their Connecticut accommodation in the United States, leaving their families in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in shock and seeking answers. The deceased students were identified as G Dinesh (22) from Wanaparthy, Telangana, and Nikesh (21) from Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh.

Over 150 cars create dazzling ‘Ram’ formation light show in Maryland

15 Jan 2024 11:42 AM IST

Amid the euphoria and growing anticipation in India around the opening of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, later this month, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) of America organised an Epic Tesla Musical light show in Maryland state. Videos captured by ANI showed people from the Hindu community holding

Trump criticises Ramaswamy publicly ahead of Iowa caucus

15 Jan 2024 11:41 AM IST

Former US president Donald Trump for the first time has lashed out at his rival Vivek Ramaswamy, who is most closely aligned with him in the race for the Republican nomination, accusing the Indian-American entrepreneur of engaging in “deceitful campaign tricks”. Trump’s remarks came ahead of the Iowa caucuses on

Macron, Li Qiang, Zelenskyy join WEF Davos; India represented by ministers

15 Jan 2024 11:40 AM IST

Grappling for answers to crises ranging from climate to conflicts to fake news, more than 2,800 leaders from around the world, including India, have begun gathering in this Alpine resort town for an annual five-day talkathon. Those present for the 54th World Economic Forum Annual Meeting beginning Monday would include

Queen Margrethe abdicates, son Frederik X ascends to Denmark’s throne

15 Jan 2024 11:38 AM IST

Denmark’s Queen Margrethe II, aged 83, made history by signing her abdication, paving the way for her son, Frederik X, to ascend to the throne immediately, according to Danish broadcaster DR. This momentous event marks the first time in nearly 900 years that a Danish monarch has voluntarily relinquished the