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Latest News Today Live Updates October 16, 2024: Shocking Visuals! Over 140 killed, dozens injured as gasoline tanker explodes in Nigeria

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16 Oct 2024, 08:57:40 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Shocking Visuals! Over 140 killed, dozens injured as gasoline tanker explodes in Nigeria

  • Over 140 people, including children, died in Nigeria after a gasoline tanker explosion while residents attempted to collect leaking fuel. The accident occurred in Jigawa state, highlighting the dangers of fuel salvaging amid rising prices and insufficient traffic regulations.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:17:42 PM IST

World News Live Updates: US Election 2024: Kamala Harris pledges marijuana decriminalisation, police reforms in bid to woo Black voters

  • Kamala Harris defended her record as a prosecutor, vowed to decriminalise marijuana, and pledged to pass police reform. She criticized Trump’s tactics as fear-mongering and called him “weak and unfit.” Harris also outlined economic plans for Black community.

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16 Oct 2024, 07:24:14 PM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: First-ever Kho Kho World Cup to start from January 13 next year in New Delhi: Check details

  • New Delhi to host first-ever Kho Kho World Cup in January next year

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16 Oct 2024, 07:08:55 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Wife of man brutally killed by actor Darshan welcomes baby; Renukaswamy’s father says ‘my son has come back’

  • Sahana, widow of murder victim Renukaswamy, welcomed a baby boy amid ongoing investigations into her husband’s death. Actor Darshan and others remain in jail. Sahana’s father expressed gratitude for the hospital care, feeling the newborn symbolizes his son’s return.

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16 Oct 2024, 07:06:43 PM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024: CBDT addresses common queries of taxpayers; check details here

  • Income Tax: The aim of Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024 is to give peace of mind to taxpayers by settling legal disputes. This scheme was notified on Oct 1, 2024. After this, several queries were received from the stakeholders seeking guidance in respect of various provisions.

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16 Oct 2024, 06:30:56 PM IST

US News Today Live Updates: From Elon Musk to ex-Marvel chairman – who paid how much for Donald Trump campaign in US Elections 2024

  • US Elections 2024: Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is thriving ahead of the US Presidential Elections, backed by large donations from Elon Musk and other investors. Here’s a look

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16 Oct 2024, 06:26:52 PM IST

World News Live Updates: US Election: Kamala Harris Campaign accused of ballot harvesting as 100-year-old Jimmy Carter’s voting stirs backlash

  • Images of 100-year-old former US President Jimmy Carter waiting to vote in Georgia have ignited criticism on social media, with many questioning the appropriateness of his participation given his advanced age and health status.

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16 Oct 2024, 05:54:56 PM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Indians left fuming as Elon Musk says British Empire ‘ended global slavery’

  • Billionaire Elon Musk’s comments on the British Empire’s role in ending slavery have sparked backlash, particularly from Indians who emphasize the negative impact of colonialism on India and the exploitation of its people in foreign labor.

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16 Oct 2024, 05:46:34 PM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Clean energy to outpace global demand growth, IEA says

  • Despite rapid growth, clean power needs to scale up faster to get on track for net-zero emissions, the International Energy Agency warns.

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16 Oct 2024, 05:08:12 PM IST

World News Live Updates: US election 2024: Donald Trump’s ‘father of IVF’ remark at women’s event draws criticism from Kamala Harris

  • Donald Trump declared himself the ‘father of IVF,’ claiming strong Republican support for the fertility treatment amid debates on reproductive rights. Vice President Kamala Harris quickly criticised his remarks.

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16 Oct 2024, 04:49:46 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Prince Harry ‘desperate’ for way out of marriage with ‘control freak’ Meghan Markle, reports say ‘Princess Kate could…’

  • Prince Harry is reportedly seeking a way out of his marriage to Meghan Markle, as they lead separate lives. Insiders claim he has sacrificed much for their relationship, and he appears happier during solo engagements, hinting at a desire to pursue opportunities independently.

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16 Oct 2024, 03:30:48 PM IST

World News Live Updates: ‘Canadian Sikhs stalked by fear’: MP Jagmeet Singh seeks ban on RSS, sanctions against Indian diplomats

  • Canadian Sikh leader Jagmeet Singh has demanded a ban on the RSS and sanctions against Indian diplomats after RCMP alleged their involvement in the killing of a Sikh separatist.

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16 Oct 2024, 01:22:46 PM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Nayab Singh Saini chosen as leader of Haryana BJP Legislature Party; to take oath as CM on October 17

  • Haryana BJP Legislature Party has appointed Nayab Singh Saini as its leader, and he is set to take his oath as Chief Minister for the second time on October 17.

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16 Oct 2024, 01:07:15 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Israel-Hezbollah war: Israeli strikes on Beirut resume, US warns of arms supply cut & more | 10 Points

  • Israel-Hezbollah War: Israeli jets targeted southern Beirut’s suburbs, striking Hezbollah assets amid civilian areas. The attack comes despite assurances to the US of reduced strikes in the region. 

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16 Oct 2024, 12:08:40 PM IST

World News Live Updates: Iran’s electronic confrontation with Israel

  • The two adversaries are engaged in an intense cyber struggle, with Israel still a click ahead

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16 Oct 2024, 11:53:03 AM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Maharashtra Polls: Mahayuti to seal seat-sharing pact? All eyes on key meet today | 10 points

  • The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that Maharashtra elections are set to be held in single phase on November 20.

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16 Oct 2024, 11:52:15 AM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: ‘Toothless wonder’: Supreme Court raps air pollution panel; slams Punjab, Haryana govt.

  • The Supreme Court criticized the Commission for Air Quality Management, labeling it a ‘toothless wonder’, and reprimanded the Punjab and Haryana governments regarding air pollution measures.

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16 Oct 2024, 11:41:33 AM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: J-K Elections 2024: Omar Abdullah takes oath as CM, Surinder Choudhary as DyCM

  • Omar Abdullah takes oath as CM, Surinder Choudhary as DyCM

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16 Oct 2024, 11:13:41 AM IST

World News Live Updates: Israel-Hezbollah war: IDF shares video of ‘100-metre’ tunnel in Lebanon ‘embedded’ under house | Watch

  • Israel-Hezbollah war: The IDF video showed a 100-meter tunnel with various rooms in a house, suggesting Hezbollah’s operations are deeply integrated within civilian infrastructure.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:51:32 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Donald Trump election gaffe, says ‘If everybody votes on January 5…’; netizens say ‘mixed up his coup date’

  • With the US presidential race escalating, worries about candidate suitability rise. Donald Trump, speaking in Oaks, urged supporters to cast their votes by January 5.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:51:32 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Donald Trump election gaffe, says ‘If everybody votes on January 5…’; netizens say ‘mixed up his coup date’

  • With the US presidential race escalating, worries about candidate suitability rise. Donald Trump, speaking in Oaks, urged supporters to cast their votes by January 5.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:33:40 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: The best things in life—and presidential campaigns—are free

  • You get a tax break! And so do you! Candidates, particularly Donald Trump, are piling on the promises.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:19:19 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: US urges India to cooperate in Canada’s ‘assassination’ inquiry, says ‘allegations need to be taken seriously…’

  • The U.S. urged India to address serious allegations from Canada regarding an assassination plot, as tensions rise between the two nations. Both countries expelled each other’s ambassadors amid claims of Indian involvement in the killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

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16 Oct 2024, 08:13:11 AM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Who is Jagmeet Singh? Why has he called for a ban on RSS and sanctions on Indian diplomats?

  • Jagmeet Singh, NDP leader has demanded sanctions on Indian diplomats and a ban on the RSS following RCMP allegations of their involvement in a Sikh separatist’s killing. 

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16 Oct 2024, 07:30:10 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Trump refuses to confirm calls with Putin, says ‘would be smart thing’ if he spoke: ‘Russia has never had a president..’

  • During an interview, Trump did not confirm talks with Putin, suggesting it would be beneficial if true. Woodward’s book alleged Trump had several calls with Putin post-presidency, a claim denied by Trump and Kremlin officials.

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16 Oct 2024, 07:24:15 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Donald Trump promotes tariffs as his favourite theme in interview, says ‘It’s the most beautiful word in dictionary’

  • In a Chicago interview, Trump promoted tariffs as beneficial for the economy, claiming they would generate revenue and protect US businesses, while clashing with the moderator over their negative implications for consumers.

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16 Oct 2024, 07:19:36 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: Israel Hezbollah war: US warns Israel to boost humanitarian aid into Gaza in ‘next 30 days’, or ‘lose’ weapons funding

  • Israel Hezbollah war: The Biden administration demands Israel to boost humanitarian aid to Gaza within 30 days to maintain U.S. military support as conditions continue to deteriorate

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16 Oct 2024, 06:46:40 AM IST

World News Live Updates: New Zealand inflation eases, opening path for big rate cuts

  • New Zealand’s inflation rate returned to within the central bank’s target band for the first time since early 2021 in the third quarter, opening a path to more supersized interest-rate cuts in coming months.

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16 Oct 2024, 06:39:40 AM IST

US News Today Live Updates: What can Trump deliver on illegal migration?

  • His proposals would face challenges from the U.S. Senate and American courtrooms to Mexico City.

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16 Oct 2024, 05:23:25 AM IST

Today’s News Live Updates: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris: What US Election 2024 could mean for India. 5 crucial points

  • US Election 2024:  Will Trump’s protectionism disrupt trade, or will Harris continue Biden’s cooperative policies? Explore the 5 key areas where the election outcome could reshape India-US relations after November 5 US election.

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