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TikTok has sparked controversy over data privacy and international business relations

TikTok has sparked controversy over data privacy and international business relations

TikTok officially suspended its services in the United States following a federal ban citing national security concerns. The ban stems from allegations that the Chinese-owned app could be used for data collection by the Chinese government. In response, TikTok is exploring legal avenues and potential partnerships to address the concerns and resume operations in the U.S. The situation has sparked debates over data privacy and international business relations.
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Wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes in Southern California

Wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes in Southern California

Southern California is grappling with devastating wildfires exacerbated by strong Santa Ana winds. The fires have destroyed thousands of homes and resulted in 27 fatalities. Firefighters, including inmate crews, are working tirelessly to contain the blazes. Climate change and urban expansion have contributed to the severity of the wildfires, raising concerns about future fire seasons. Residents have been forced to evacuate, and the region faces significant challenges in disaster response and recovery.
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On January 20, 2025 a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas went into effect

On January 20, 2025 a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas went into effect

On January 20, 2025, a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas took effect, leading to the release of hostages and the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. Three Israeli women, including British-Israeli dual national Emily Damari, were freed after 471 days in captivity. Concurrently, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners. The ceasefire has allowed for an influx of aid into Gaza, with 915 trucks delivering essential supplies. Despite the truce, tensions persist, exemplified by Israeli settlers attacking Palestinian villages in the West Bank, resulting in property damage and injuries. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely.
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Where Do Most Indians Live Abroad? Check Out the Top 10 Countries

Where Do Most Indians Live Abroad? Check Out the Top 10 Countries

India, with a population of approximately 1.4286 billion, leads globally in emigration, with nearly 18 million international migrants of Indian origin. The top destinations for the Indian diaspora include the United States (5.4 million), the United Arab Emirates (3.6 million), Malaysia (2.9 million), and Canada (2.8 million). In the U.S., Indians constitute about 1.6% of the population, with significant representation in leadership roles across various sectors. The Indian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports approximately 35.42 million overseas Indians as of May 2024, comprising Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs). The diaspora's global presence underscores India's expanding influence,…
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With one in five people aged 65 or older South Korea has become a “super-aged” society

With one in five people aged 65 or older South Korea has become a “super-aged” society

Recently South Korea has become a “super-aged” society with one in five people aged 65 or older, as per official data. In fact the number of people aged 65 and older stands at 10.24 million, accounting for 20% of South Korea’s population of 51 million. Actually UN classifies countries with over 20% of the population 65 or older as “super-aged” society. This is very important news and from it we can know that today in many countries people are becoming aged. Today population of many countries like India is increasing very fast and it is creating many changes around the…
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A major setback for Indian candidates, Canada terminates expedited student visas

A major setback for Indian candidates, Canada terminates expedited student visas

With effect from Friday, November 8, 2024, Canada has unexpectedly ended its popular Student Direct Stream (SDS) program, which has facilitated the expeditious acquisition of visas for thousands of overseas students. The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) introduced the SDS in 2018 with the goal of streamlining the visa application process for students who satisfied certain conditions from 14 countries, including China, India, and the Philippines. English or French language exam results and a $20,635 CAD Canadian Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) were among the prerequisites. Successful candidates were able to get study permits in a couple of weeks thanks…
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Pakistani terrorists are targeting Kashmiris to spread fear and panic in the valley

Pakistani terrorists are targeting Kashmiris to spread fear and panic in the valley

Pakistani terrorists are deliberately targeting Kashmiri locals to instill fear and terror in the valley: Army. After two soldiers and two porters were killed in a terrorist attack near the Line of Control in Kashmir's Gulmarg sector, a defense spokesperson said the attack was "carried out by Pakistani terrorists" with the aim of disrupting peace and stability in Kashmir. An army convoy vehicle was attacked near Nagin post at Bota Pathri in upper Gulmarg on Thursday October 24, killing four soldiers and injuring three soldiers. Srinagar's defense spokesman said the terrorists targeted an army column in Baramulla's Butapthari general area.…
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AANHPI reception in White House, guests were served golgappa

AANHPI reception in White House, guests were served golgappa

Ajay Jain Bhutoria community leader recently attended the AANHPI reception in the Rose Garden of the White House. Bhutoria expressed his excitement about Indian street food enteries into White House menu. India's most popular street food, golgappa which is loved by most of the Indians was served during the event. Earlier, only samosa had made its appearance internationally, now golgappa. Bhutoria expressed, "A lot of US administration officials, whether people from the State Department or the White House, have travelled to India many times. I'm sure the counterparts over there say that out of all the street foods, you need…
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Recently Canada has updated its regulations allowing foreign students to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week

Recently Canada has updated its regulations allowing foreign students to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week

Recently Canada has updated its regulations, allowing foreign students to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week, up from the previous limit of 20 hours. Actually this change aims to provide students with additional financial support and work experience without compromising their studies. However, exceeding 28 hours of work per week may actually negatively impact academic performance. This is actually good news for the Indian students as they will find better facility while studying in Canada with this new rule. Today in India people has huge craze to go abroad specially places like Canada. For this reason they…
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UN says rubble removal in Gaza may take 14 yrs

UN says rubble removal in Gaza may take 14 yrs

A senior official with the UN Mine Action Service told on Friday (April 26) that there are around 37 million tonnes of debris to clear away in the war-ravaged Gaza once the Israeli offensive is over and it could take over 14 years to get done. Pehr Lodhammar of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) said that it was impossible to clearly state how much of the ammunition fired in Gaza remained live. Lodhammar, who has run mine programmes in countries such as Iraq, further noted that unexploded ordnance buried in the rubble would increase the difficulty in the…
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