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Union Coop Announces ‘Winter Campaign’ with 4 Exclusive Promotions: The discount will go up to 60%

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Dubai, UAE: Dr. Suhail Al Bastaki, Community Relations Officer at Union Coop, said that the cooperative has allocated 4 promotional campaigns to welcome the winter season, with discounts of up to 60% on 2,500 selected items, in all its branches across Dubai, and through its smart store, noting that the first discount campaigns will be launched on November 7, 2024, coinciding with the beginning of the winter season. He continued that these campaigns come within the coop’s goals to make consumers happy, meet their requirements, and provide them with high-quality…

Kamala Harris faces backlash after camera app gaffe during voter call

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On election day, Kamala Harris encouraged voters to cast their ballots during a phone banking session, but came under scrutiny when her camera app was accidentally displayed instead of an active call. On one of the most crucial days in the presidential election cycle, Vice President Kamala Harris faced an awkward moment during a visit to the Democratic National Committee (DNC) headquarters in Washington, D.C., for late-day phone banking. In what quickly became an embarrassing incident, Harris appeared to be on a video call with a voter, but the screen…

Trump vs Harris: How will next US President impact Indian economy?

Sonam Gupta

As Americans head to the polls today (November 5) to decide the next president, global markets and economies, including India’s, watch closely. What would a win for either Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Kamala Harris mean for India’s economy? The United States, the world’s largest economy, is also one of India’s largest trading partners, second only to China. Given the size of Indo-US trade, the economic policies of Trump and Harris carry implications for India’s export interests, technology sector, and more. Here’s a breakdown of how each candidate’s victory could…

Why does US holds Presidential Elections on a Tuesday in November?

Sonam Gupta

During early American history, federal elections were disorganized, with each state setting its own date. This inconsistency prompted Congress to standardize elections, designating a single day across the country. For over a century, US elections have taken place on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November. This seemingly random choice, established in 1845, was deeply rooted in 19th-century agricultural needs and religious observances. While this timing was practical for a society dependent on farming and horse-drawn transportation, many now argue it may be outdated. During early American history,…

IPL 2025 mega auction heads to Saudi Arabia as teams prepare for a high-stakes event in Jeddah

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The much-anticipated IPL 2025 mega auction is set to occur on November 24 and 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This marks the second consecutive year the auction is being held overseas, with Dubai hosting the event in 2024.The dates coincide with the third and fourth days of the first Test between India and Australia in Perth, adding an extra layer of excitement to the cricketing calendar. The mega auction, held every three years, spans two days instead of the usual one, drawing massive attention from cricket fans worldwide. During this…

US Presidential Election: Harris vs Trump is too close to call

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Washington DC: A presidential election unlike any other in US history entered its last full day on Monday with Donald Trump and Kamala Harris scrambling for an edge in a tight contest each portrays as an existential moment for America. Even after the astonishing blur of events of the last few months, the electorate is divided down the middle, both nationally and in the seven battleground states expected to determine the outcome. The winner may not be known for days after Tuesday’s vote. Former President Trump, a 78-year-old Republican, survived…

I am confident I will take back the White House:  Trump 

Sonam Gupta

Florida: Donald Trump feels “very confident” about winning back the White House, the Republican said Tuesday after casting his Election Day ballot in Florida in one of the most contentious US elections in decades. “I feel very confident,” Trump told reporters at a voting facility in West Palm Beach, adding he believes he “ran a great campaign” against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. Opinion polls show the race is a dead heat. “We want to bring everybody in, we want to be very inclusive.” “We have a great country but…

US Election 2024 Result Date: When will states announce winners of Trump vs Harris battle?

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Washington DC: As Election Day nears, candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are ramping up their campaigns in key swing states. Current polls suggest a fiercely competitive race as the nation braces for a decision that could mark a historic first for women in politics or witness an unprecedented political comeback. The US presidential elections are set for Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Initial results are anticipated shortly after polls close at 6 PM (4:30 AM IST) that day. The elected president will assume office on January 20, 2025, for a…

New era begins!: Indian ambassador Vinay Kumar presents credentials to president Putin at Kremlin palace

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New Delhi: India’s Ambassador to Russia, Vinay Kumar, on Tuesday, presented his Letter of Credence to Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace. Vinay Kumar, a 1992-batch Indian Foreign Service Officer, was appointed as Ambassador of India to the Russian Federation in March this year. He was earlier India’s Ambassador to Myanmar. “Ambassador @vkumar1969 presented his Letter of Credence to Mr. Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, at the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace today,” Indian Embassy in Russia said in a…

Cracks discovered in Puri Jagannath temple wall fuels concerns; ASI orders urgent repairs

Sonam Gupta

Odisha: Authorities at the Puri Jagannath Temple on Tuesday called for immediate repairs after cracks were discovered in the temple’s outer boundary wall, known as the Meghannath Prachari. Arabinda K Padhee, Chief Administrator of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, addressed concerns about cracks in the temple’s outer boundary wall. Padhee revealed that the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has been tasked with the restoration and conservation efforts. He said, “The Archaeological Survey of India has been taking the restoration and repair and conservation works of the Sri Jagannath temple in…