1.1 million displaced in Syria since last month - agency
More than a million people, mostly women and children, have been newly displaced in Syria since rebels launched an offensive ousting President Bashar al-Assad, according to the United Nations humanitarian agency.
New Syrian govt suspends constitution and parliament
Blinken, Jordan king agree on need for a secure state; US "working to bring home" citizen found in Syria.
Code of conduct created
If the gauntlet is thrown down in city council chambers, the rules to deal with it are now in place.
John Swinney backs Record's youth violence campaign and considers u16s social media ban
"There is now a growing awareness that social media can lead to disruption in school and increased incidents of cyberbullying, as has been highlighted previously by the Daily Record’s Our Kids ... Our Future campaign."
SC defers bail to Partha Chatterjee till trial judge frame charges, vulnerable witnesses testify
Supreme Court grants conditional future bail to former West Bengal minister Partha Chatterjee in money laundering case.
Biden watching situation in Bangladesh 'very closely', will hold Yunus govt accountable for...: White House
'We have been collaborating closely with the interim government to strengthen the capabilities of their law enforcement and security services in addressing this challenge,' Kirby stated during a news conference on Thursday.
White House releases national strategy to combat Islamophobia
White House unveils national strategy to counter Islamophobia, detailing over 100 steps to curb hate and discrimination.
Bengal school job case: SC orders Partha Chatterjee's release on bail by Feb 1
The Supreme Court on Friday said that former West Bengal Education Minister Partha Chatterjee should be released on bail on or before February 1 next year in connection with the money laundering...
Biden watching situation in Bangladesh very closely: White House
President Biden monitoring Bangladesh situation, holding interim government accountable for protecting religious and ethnic minorities, White House says.
Former Syria prison head charged with torture in US
Samir Ousman Alsheikh is accused of torturing and ordering the torture of prisoners at Adra Prison.
UK economy shrinks for second month in a row
The economy had been expected to return to growth but it contracted by 0.1%.
UK economy shrank for second month in a row in October, new official figures from ONS show
The UK economy unexpectedly contracted in October, marking two months in a row of negative growth for the first time since the pandemic, new figures show.
Telangana: Handcuffed Farmer’s Hospital Visit Sparks Outrage; CM Orders Probe
Over 25 people were arrested and jailed in connection with the attack on government officials during a public hearing on land acquisition in Lagacharla village, Kodangal assembly constituency.
NATO fighters are scrambled as Putin launches major attack
NATO fighter jets have been scrambled in Poland and along the Alliance's eastern flank as Vladimir Putin used strategic bombers and modern warplanes to unleash terror on Ukrainians.
Uddhav Thackeray to PM Modi: Pay attention to Bangladesh, act to end Hindus’ misery
Shiv Sena (UBT) President Uddhav Thackeray has called upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take note of the severe atrocities being perpetrated on the Hindus in Bangladesh and immediately intervene in...
'Indian Army would be going to all patrolling points in Depsang': Jaishankar to Manish Tewari in Lok Sabha
The minister also said that the understanding between India and China will enable Indian forces to go to all the patrolling points in Depsang. He also added that the forces 'would be going to the eastward limit which has historically been our patrolling limit in that part.'
NATO jets scrambled as Russian bombers launch 'massive' attack on Ukraine
Russian strategic bombers and modern warplanes have launched a devastating attack on Ukraine, with major energy and military facilities being hit
What does Assad’s fall mean for Russia
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad granted asylum in Moscow after rebel overthrow, highlighting Russia's waning influence in West Asia.
Former Syrian military official who oversaw prison charged with torture in US
A former Syrian military official who oversaw a prison where alleged human rights abuses took place has been charged with torture in the US.
MEA on reports of granting of Indian visas in Canada: 'Another example of Canadian media's disinformation'
The MEA spokesperson said that India reserves the legitimate right to deny visas to those who don't respect the country's territorial integrity. This response follows a Canadian report which claimed that India has been denying visas to pro-Khalistani citizens.
Assad's final hours in Syria: Deception, despair and flight
As his reign collapsed, Bashar al-Assad confided in almost no one about his plans to flee Syria. Instead, officials and even relatives were kept in the dark.
Internal Complaints Committee in workplaces is mandatory, says Women’s Commission chief
Chairperson emphasizes the need for Internal Complaints Committees in workplaces to address sexual harassment and discrimination effectively.
Tanks, bed dams in Puducherry reach full storage in recent rain
Puducherry's 84 tanks and 25 bed dams are full due to heavy rain, prompting officials to regulate water levels.
Insights on Indian elections, One Nation One Election, BJP’s recovery and ECI opacity at Hindu Lit For Life Dialogue
Insights on Indian elections, One Nation One Election, BJP's recovery, and ECI opacity discussed at Hindu Lit For Life Dialogue.
Topless women protesting the Ukraine war are detained for vandalizing sculpture near UN building
At least three feminist activists have been detained for vandalizing a monument outside the United Nations building in Geneva.
Uddhav Thackeray questions PM Modi over safety of Hindus in Bangladesh; BJP hits back   
Shiv Sena chief criticizes BJP's Hindutva agenda, questions PM Modi on safety of Hindus in Bangladesh and temple demolition.
Cong. to move discussion in Legislature on ‘lenient stand’ of judiciary on BJP leaders
Congress to discuss judiciary's "lenient stand" on BJP leaders in Karnataka Legislature, aiming to counter BJP pressure.
Trinamool, BJP leaders hit out at Bangladesh; BSF nabs more trespassers in West Bengal
TMC and BJP leaders in West Bengal criticize Bangladesh for atrocities against minorities, escalating tensions between the two countries.
Outrage as HMV sells poster featuring deadly addictive drug ketamine in stores
Grieving parents and addiction campaigners had called for the £7.99 product to be pulled from shelves after it was spotted on prominent display of a branch of the music and entertainment firm next to kids' toys and sweets
'Queer' plans for Edinburgh's feminist makeover
Scotland's capital city is to be given a makeover to improve safety for 'people of marginalised genders' - including plans to commission statues representing the 'queer community'.
Syrians look to new dawn and hope of 'dream' return to homeland as Assad ousted
Blighty-based Syrians have expressed their joy at the collapse of the awful Assad regime in their homeland - some are considering returning home, but Syria's future remains unclear
Prison service says it is facing 'significant challenges'
The Irish Prison Service has said it is facing "significant challenges" due a rising prison population.
How Kodavas celebrate Puthari, a harvest festival, in Bengaluru
Celebrate Puthari, the Kodava harvest festival, in Bengaluru with traditional rituals, feasts, and cultural events at Kodava Samaja.
'Imperative' to work against IS in Syria, Blinken tells Turkey
U.S. Secretary of State urges Turkey to combat ISIS in Syria, sees progress on Gaza ceasefire.
U.S. charges ex-head of Syrian prison with torture
Former Syrian prison head charged in U.S. for torturing detainees under Assad regime, facing up to 20 years in jail.
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