Donald Trump has withdrawn his endorsement of Marjorie Taylor Greene, citing her constant complaints and perceived shift to the “Far Left.” Trump’s decision follows Greene’s announcement of a bill to ban H-1B visas, which she claims will create more jobs and housing for Americans. Trump also criticized her appearance on “The View.”
An Assistant Engineer from Mumbai’s Electrical Inspector’s Office was apprehended by the Anti-Corruption Bureau for allegedly accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe. The official, Gajanan Prahlad Rathod, was caught red-handed by ACB officials after a contractor filed a complaint. Rathod had initially demanded Rs 1.8 lakh, later escalating the bribe demand to Rs 4 lakh.
At the 31st Kolkata International Film Festival, a special session honored filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak. Legendary director Adoor Gopalakrishnan, in conversation with Anup Singh, reflected on Ghatak’s profound influence on cinema, emphasizing his unique approach to sound, editing, and teaching students to see the world differently.
Gurinder Chadha is back with a bang, ready to unveil her musical masterpiece ‘Christmas Karma’, which draws inspiration from the classic film ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ and incorporates an exuberant Bhangra performance sure to uplift holiday spirits.
Priya Kapur is embroiled in a legal battle with Karisma Kapoor’s children over her late husband Sunjay Kapur’s Rs 30,000 crore estate. Amidst court proceedings, she attended a business meeting while the children claimed unpaid university fees. Priya’s lawyer denied the allegations, calling them fabricated and aimed at attracting media attention.
Global health is under severe threat from accelerating climate change, with millions of lives at risk annually from heat and wildfire smoke. Experts at COP30 stressed that current adaptation finance for health is critically insufficient, falling billions short of needs. Urgent, integrated investment is vital to protect populations and build resilient health systems, especially in…
Walmart CEO Doug McMillon will retire next year, concluding a decade-long tenure marked by significant e-commerce growth and strategic policy shifts. John Furner, currently head of Walmart US, will succeed him on February 1, 2026. Both leaders rose through the company’s ranks, with McMillon credited for transforming Walmart into a competitive online player.
St. Xavier’s College hosted the Jesuit Alumni Association for talks on environmental protection, framing it as a moral duty. Archbishop John Rodriguez urged citizens to treat ecology as an inheritance for future generations, citing the seventh commandment. Keynote speaker Shloka Nath warned of impending disaster due to desert expansion and rising seas, highlighting conservation initiatives.
Aarushi Nigam’s documentary, Dream Factory, offers a rare glimpse into the lives of unsung heroes like gaffers and stuntmen in the Indian film industry. Premiering at the Yellowstone International Film Festival, the film reveals the grueling hours and dedication behind the magic of cinema.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon issued a dire warning, stating the US faces European-style economic decline if anti-business policies persist. He urged immediate action to reverse excessive regulation and taxation, which he believes drive companies away and ultimately harm lower-paid citizens. Dimon highlighted states like Florida and Texas as successful models for growth-friendly policies.
