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The Adani Group Loses $55 Billion in the US

27Nov

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Business, Global

The Adani Group Loses $55 Billion in the US

The Adani Group, an Indian conglomerate, has reported a significant loss of nearly $55 billion in market capitalization following the recent US charges against its founder and other officials for fraud. The company strongly denies these allegations. The Adani Group in India reported a staggering loss of nearly $55 billion in market value following accusations from US prosecutors of fraud and bribery. The charges, filed on November 20, 2024, accuse the conglomerate’s founder, Gautam Adani, and several of his associates of misleading investors and offering bribes to Indian government officials to secure lucrative contracts. The indictment, brought by the US Department of Justice, alleges that Adani and his team orchestrated a scheme to offer and promise bribes to government officials ...

26Nov

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Global

Five Figures Who Shaped 2024

2024 was a year of big changes and amazing people. From the great leaps in artificial intelligence to spectacular feats on display at the European football championships, five figures have left an indelible mark in 2024. Breakthroughs in technology, activism, sports, and pop culture defined this year. Conversely, here are five figures who left a lasting impact in 2024. Jensen Huang: AI VisionaryJensen Huang, the CEO of Nvidia, emerged as a pivotal figure in the artificial intelligence boom. Nvidia, founded by Huang 30 years ago, surpassed Apple as the world’s most valuable company. The secret to its success lies in its advanced graphics processors. Moreover, it was initially designed for gaming but is now essential for generative AI technologies. Huang’s vision and leadership have p...

Couple’s Unique Wedding Photoshoot Amid PTI Protest

25Nov

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Global, Opinion, Pakistan

Couple’s Unique Wedding Photoshoot Amid PTI Protest

An Islamabad couple, Khola and Qasim, chose an unconventional wedding photoshoot amid the ongoing PTI protests. The containers are painted in vibrant red and blue. They were placed to block PTI convoys demanding the release of their leader, Imran Khan, and other political concessions. An Islamabad couple embraced the unusual for their wedding photoshoot in a turn of events that mixed romance with political tension. Amid the ongoing Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest, Khola and Qasim posed in front of the large, colorful containers set up by the government to block roads. The city has been on lockdown due to the protests, with schools closed and movement restricted. The couple, unable to access typical scenic venues, turned the makeshift barricades into a backdrop for their big d...

Pakistani Film Wakhri Wins Big at Indian Festival

24Nov

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Global, Pakistan, Showbiz

Pakistani Film Wakhri Wins Big at Indian Festival

Pakistani film Wakhri won the Best Director Feature Film award at the Yellowstone International Film Festival in India. It is directed by Iram Parveen Bilal and stars Faryal Mehmood, Gulshan Majeed, and Shees Sajjad Gul. Moreover, Wakhri also won the Community Award at the 40th VC Film Fest. Pakistani cinema shines on the global stage as Wakhri secures the Best Director award at the fifth Yellowstone International Film Festival (YIFF) in New Delhi, India. Directed by Iram Parveen Bilal, the Pakistani film Wakhri stood out among many independent movies showcased at the event. Iram expressed her gratitude on Instagram, thanking the festival's jury, her team, and the audience. “Deep gratitude to my entire team, cast, and crew for enhancing my vision every step of the way," she wrote. ...

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif

22Nov

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Global

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Deif

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military commander Mohammed Deif. Netanyahu and Gallant do not face immediate arrest risks unless they travel to ICC member states that recognize its jurisdiction. Many Palestinians hope the warrants will lead to accountability for the ongoing conflict’s casualties. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military commander Mohammed Deif. These personalities will be arrested over alleged war crimes during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The court's pre-trial chamber found “reasonable grounds” to believe th...