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22 Jan

Retaliatory actions included denial of employment and attempts to terminate his position

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Travis Dawson, a former senior policy adviser to ex-premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, has had his damages claim against the state government struck out for the fifth time. Dawson alleges reprisals were taken against him by several top advisers after he disclosed information under the Public Interest Disclosure Act concerning David Barbagallo, Palaszczuk's ex-chief of staff. The reprisals allegedly included denial of employment and attempts to terminate his position. The Crime and Corruption Commission had previously cleared Barbagallo of corrupt conduct but noted a breach in the code of conduct for not disclosing his directorship. Justice Glenn Martin has ordered Dawson to…

22 Jan

Pete Hegseth’s Ex-Wife Feared for Her Safety, Says Former Sister-in-Law

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Pete Hegseth, President Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, is facing serious allegations of abusive behavior towards his ex-wife, Samantha Hegseth. Danielle Hegseth, his former sister-in-law, provided a sworn statement claiming that Pete exhibited "erratic and aggressive" behavior, causing Samantha to fear for her safety. Additional allegations against Hegseth include rape, excessive drinking, and misuse of public funds, all of which he has denied. Despite these claims, the Senate Armed Services Committee narrowly approved his nomination, moving it to a full Senate vote. Democrats have criticized the incomplete FBI background check on Hegseth, arguing it failed to thoroughly investigate the…

22 Jan

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pays homage at Gandhi statue in Tokyo

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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, continuing his international outreach, paid homage to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Tokyo earlier this week. This visit marks another step in strengthening the relationship between India and Japan, rooted in deep historical, cultural, and civilizational ties. The Chief Minister's visit to Tokyo is seen as part of India's broader strategic outreach to Japan, with the two countries sharing a "Special Strategic and Global Partnership." Japan-India relations are based on a rich history, intertwined through hcultural exchanges and historical connections. These ties date back to 752 AD, with Indian monk Bodhisena's contribution to…

22 Jan

HDFC Bank Q3 results: Profit may rise up to 3%, NII 6-8%; know what to watch out for

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HDFC Bank Q3 results: The largest private lender is likely to report a 0-3 percent rise in net profit for the December quarter, while net interest income (NII) will grow 6-8 percent. Provisions may rise sequentially, but decline on a year-on-year (YoY) basis. Net interest margin (NIM) may remain stable, banking analysts said, adding that management commentary on loan growth will be closely watched later today. Axis Securities expects HDFC Bank to report a 2.2 per cent year-on-year (YoY) rise in net profit at Rs 16,737 crore for the December quarter, as against Rs 16,373 crore in the same quarter…

21 Jan

Himanta attends global outreach investment roadshow in Seoul, invites investors for Advantage Assam 2.0

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As part of global outreach initiatives for the upcoming Advantage Assam 2.0 Investment and m Infrastructure Summit, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma invited South Korean industrialists to the marquee event in Guwahati on February 25-26. Speaking at an investment roadshow organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce in Seoul, Sarma underscored Assam's strategic and locational advantages as key attractions for foreign investment.Highlighting the significance of the Central government's support under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the Chief Minister said Assam enjoys special policy benefits, making it an ideal investment destination in India. Referring to the Act East Policy, CM…

21 Jan

Woman detected with HMPV infection, second such case in Assam this season

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A 75-year-old woman has been detected with human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infection in Guwahati, the second such case this season in Assam, and the patient is undergoing treatment at a private hospital here, an official of the health facility said on Tuesday. She has been put in isolation, and her condition is stable, he said. However, there was no official confirmation from the state government.

21 Jan

No elephants transported outside the state in recent past: Assam govt

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The Assam government has asserted that no elephants were transported outside in the recent past, dismissing speculations that a convoy of animal ambulances ferried jumbos from the Northeastern state.“I categorically state, with all the authority at my command, that the elephants shown being transported in vehicles over the last two days are not from Assam,” Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said in a post on X. He was responding to a post by Mukrang Engti, the founder of Karbi Anglong Animal Welfare Society, on X in which he had sought clarification over media reports regarding the matter.

21 Jan

Four Bangladeshi infiltrators pushed back: Assam CM

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Four Bangladeshis, who were trying to enter India illegally, were pushed back by Assam Police, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said.He, however, did not specify from which district the infiltrators were sent back. “Zero Tolerance for Illegal Infiltration. Under strict vigil along the international border, four Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended by @assampolice near the border and pushed back,” Sarma said in a post on X on Monday.

21 Jan

The health care system in the United Kingdom is facing a serious crisis

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The United Kingdom's healthcare system is facing a severe crisis, with reports of patients dying in hospital corridors due to overcrowding and staff shortages. Nurses have highlighted the dire conditions, including patients receiving treatments in semi-public areas and delays in critical care. The situation has prompted calls for urgent government intervention to address the systemic issues plaguing the National Health Service (NHS). The crisis underscores the need for comprehensive healthcare reforms to ensure patient safety and quality care.

21 Jan

TikTok has officially suspended its service in the US, citing national security concerns

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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.