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New Delhi, December 10, 2024 – The central government has ramped up its subsidy disbursements significantly in the current fiscal year, surpassing the amounts spent during the same periods in the last two years. According to a Bank of Baroda report, total subsidies reached ₹2.49 lakh crore from April to October 2024, compared to ₹2.32 lakh crore in 2023 and ₹2.39 lakh crore in 2022 for the same period. The report highlighted a sharp rise in food subsidy spending, which was the primary driver of the increase. Spending on food subsidies rose to ₹1.40 lakh crore during April-October 2024, up…

Moscow, December 10 – The Kremlin has responded positively to US President-elect Donald Trump’s call for an “immediate ceasefire” in Ukraine, reaffirming its willingness to negotiate and support peace initiatives led by Global South nations and BRICS partners. In a statement shared by Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on X, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, “Russia is open to negotiations on Ukraine and welcomes peace initiatives. The conditions required to cease hostilities were laid out by President Putin.” Trump made his appeal after a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on December…

New Delhi/National Times Bureau: Bollywood legend Dharmendra has been summoned by the Patiala House Court in Delhi in connection with allegations of fraud involving the Garam Dharam Dhaba franchise. A businessman from Delhi has accused the actor of deceptive practices related to an investment in the franchise, sparking legal proceedings against the veteran star. According to the complaint, the businessman alleges that he was misled regarding the financial and operational aspects of the Garam Dharam Dhaba chain, which uses Dharmendra’s name and persona as part of its branding. The court has ordered the actor to appear for the case, which…

New Delhi, December 10, 2024 – The Congress-led INDIA bloc is reportedly drafting a motion to remove Vice-President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, accusing him of partisan conduct in the Upper House. The move, still in its initial stages, seeks to secure the support of at least 50 Rajya Sabha MPs, the minimum required to submit the motion. The decision follows a turbulent Rajya Sabha session, marred by BJP leaders’ allegations linking Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to Hungarian-American businessman George Soros. Chairman Dhankhar’s decision to allow BJP MPs, led by Leader of the House JP Nadda, to raise these…

Bengaluru, December 10, 2024 – Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, a towering figure in Indian politics and a transformative leader who reshaped Karnataka’s trajectory and India’s global diplomacy, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 92. Krishna, who had been battling age-related ailments, breathed his last at his residence in Bengaluru, leaving behind a legacy of visionary leadership spanning over five decades. A Remarkable Journey in Public Service Born on May 1, 1932, in Maddur, Karnataka, Krishna excelled academically, earning a law degree from the Government Law College in Bengaluru. His thirst for knowledge took him to the United States, where…

National Times Bureau– Police have arrested 26-year-old Luigi Mangione, a former Ivy League graduate from Maryland, as the prime suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Thompson, a prominent figure in the healthcare sector, was fatally shot in Manhattan last week, shocking the corporate world and the public alike. Mangione, initially identified as a “strong person of interest,” was apprehended on Monday after being recognized by a McDonald’s employee. At the time of his arrest, authorities found a ghost gun with a silencer, a U.S. passport, four fake IDs, and a handwritten manifesto in his possession. Hailing from…

Alberta/National Times Bureau: Alberta’s government is investing in the Fort McMurray and Wood Buffalo area to strengthen the regional economy and create jobs. Northern Alberta is a growing region that is creating more and more opportunity for Albertans across multiple industries. Alberta’s government recognizes our northern and regional communities face unique challenges to their local economies. Alberta’s government is committed to supporting our northern and regional communities and is making considerable investments to ensure businesses across Alberta thrive. As part of that support, Alberta’s government is providing $91,000 to the Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism’s Business Connections…

Alberta/National Times Bureau: There will be a large, slow-moving load travelling from Edmonton to Fort McMurray starting on Dec. 10, 2024. This super-heavy wide load will be 8.7 metres wide, 10.2 metres high, 47 metres long, weigh 490,000 kilograms and will be carried by 352 wheels. Due to its large size and weight, it will only travel at 60 km/h and will be escorted by four escort vehicles to close intersections and facilitate its move across the province. At times, it will also have a police escort to control traffic. Route The load will leave Dacro in south Edmonton using the…

National Times Bureau– In a powerful act of solidarity, members of the Muslim community, led by Uttarakhand Waqf Board Chairman Shadab Shams, offered a chaadar at the revered shrine of Piran Kaliyar Sharif on Monday. The prayer sought divine intervention to end the reported atrocities against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, highlighting interfaith unity and the commitment to justice. During the ceremony, Shams strongly condemned the reported acts of religious hatred in Bangladesh, which include: The demolition of temples. Threats to the safety and dignity of women. Alleged suppression of democratic values. Shams described these actions as part of a “nefarious…

Washington, December 8, 2024 – President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Harmeet K. Dhillon, a prominent Indian-American attorney, as the Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights in the Department of Justice. This appointment underscores the growing influence of Indian-American professionals in U.S. governance and highlights the Trump administration's focus on expanding diverse leadership within its cabinet. President-elect Trump praised Dhillon’s distinguished legal career, emphasizing her commitment to defending constitutional and civil rights. Known for her work as an election lawyer, Dhillon has been a staunch advocate for election integrity, civil liberties, and the fight against discriminatory practices. Key highlights of Dhillon’s…