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London: Sue Gray, British special adviser and former civil servant who served as Downing Street Chief of Staff under Prime Minister Keir Starmer since July, announced her resignation on October 6th, citing concerns about becoming a distraction. Gray will transition to a new role as the Prime Minister’s envoy for the regions and nations, after just over three months in her previous position. “Intense commentary around my position risked becoming a distraction to the government’s vital work of change,” Gray said in her statement, explaining her decision to resign. Despite leaving her chief of staff role, she expressed eagerness to…

New York: Reports indicate that in December of last year, approximately 5,000 illegal border crossings occurred daily in the US. This led to federal and state governments incurring costs amounting to $150.7 billion, according to a study by the Federation for American Immigration Reform (FAIR). Since Joe Biden assumed office as President of the US, more than 3.3 million illegal immigrants have entered the country, as stated by the Subcommittee on Judiciary, Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement. The committee noted that this has cost taxpayers billions of pounds. According to a FAIR study released last March, the country spends $150.7…

London: Rosie Duffield, the MP for Canterbury, has resigned from the Labour Party, citing disagreement with Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s leadership and abuse of power. Duffield, who has represented Canterbury since 2017, will now serve as an independent member. Duffield accused Starmer of prioritising power and control over meaningful change, criticising his acceptance of gifts worth £16,000 from Lord Alli. She argued that government decisions under Starmer, such as cutting winter fuel payments for pensioners, were anti-public and exploitative. She also highlighted her disappointment over Starmer’s stance on women’s rights and accused him of hypocrisy, accepting lavish gifts while implementing…

New York: French President Emmanuel Macron has bolstered India’s bid for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). In his speech to the UN General Assembly on Thursday, Macron advocated for the inclusion of India, alongside Germany, Japan, and Brazil, as permanent members. “France supports the expansion of the Security Council. Changes are necessary in how the Council operates. To be effective, we must restore its efficiency, and this change is long overdue,” Macron declared. His call for reform comes amidst ongoing global conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, the Israel-Hamas crisis, and the Israel-Hezbollah tensions. Macron…

Houston: The White House has affirmed the strengthening of the partnership between India and the United States, following a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden. The discussions centred on the progress made in the bilateral relationship, with both leaders emphasising its importance in the current global context. A White House press statement noted that President Biden takes pride in the deepening ties between the two nations under his administration. Analysts have pointed to the significance of Biden hosting Modi at his personal residence, signalling a close rapport and mutual respect between the two leaders. John…

New York: Vice President Kamala Harris has surged ahead of former President Donald Trump in the latest Yahoo News/YouGov poll, following her strong showing in a recent debate. Harris now leads Trump by five percentage points among registered voters, a notable shift from previous polls. The poll, conducted after the September 10 debate, surveyed 1,755 U.S. adults. Harris captured 50% of the vote compared to Trump’s 45%, showing significant momentum in her campaign. Even with third-party candidates factored in, she maintains a four-point lead (48% to 44%). Among likely voters, her advantage remains at 49% to 45%. This development is…

During the 90-minute-long first U.S. Presidential debate hosted by ABC News on Tuesday, 2024 September 10, night, Democratic candidate Kamala Harris (59) was evaluated as having led the discussion against her opponent, former Republican President Donald Trump (78). In the debate aimed at persuading voters ahead of the election on 5 November, key issues such as immigration and abortion rights were prominently discussed. For the most part, her performance was largely seen as strong, with her assertiveness shining through despite occasional nerves. The debate allowed both candidates to showcase their personalities and policy stances; their body language spoke volumes. Harris’s…

Typhoon Yagi weakened into a tropical depression on Sunday, September 8, after devastating Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi, killing at least three people and damaging numerous homes. The storm caused widespread flooding, felled thousands of trees, and led to power outages in coastal areas. Vietnam authorities warn of ongoing risks from heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides, especially in northern mountainous regions. The storm, downgraded from a super typhoon, has killed at least seven people and injured dozens since making landfall on Saturday. The coastal province of Thanh Hoa remains on high alert for further flash floods and landslides. Asia’s most powerful…

Beijing (Capital of China): The new database will track children of migrant workers, including those who have remained in their hometowns and those who have relocated with their parents for job opportunities. Guo Yuqiang, director of the Ministry of Civil Affairs’ Department of Child Welfare, announced that the goal is to complete the database by 2026 and achieve noticeable improvements in child protection by 2035. Special attention will be given to disabled children, those without guardians, and those with psychological or behavioural needs. Local authorities will play a key role in regularly checking these children’s welfare. The database will cover…

Dhaka (Capital of Bangladesh): Bangladesh’s interim government is determined to bring former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina back to face justice, according to Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain. In a statement on Sunday, Hossain emphasized that the onus is on India to decide “whether to hand her over or not.” “If our legal system wants, we will definitely try to bring her back. There is an agreement (with India) and legal processes. It is better not to speculate,” Hossain told reporters. When asked if the interim government was aware of Hasina’s location in India, he responded, “It is better to…