Prapti Upadhayay
Prapti Upadhayay
Prapti Upadhayay is a New Delhi-based journalist who reports on key news developments across India and global affairs, with a special focus on US politics. When not writing, she enjoys reading poetry and enjoying the occasional rains in New Delhi. For leads or inquiries, you can contact her at [email protected]
UN plastic treaty hangs by a thread as nations spar over production limits and funding
The draft, released on Friday (Nov 29), reveals unresolved issues on key points such as definitions, production limits, and financial support, raising concerns about whether an agreement can be…
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Sambhal violence: SC bars local court from taking further steps on mosque survey till Jan 8
The chief justice said, “We hope and trust the trial court would not take any further steps in the matter until the high court takes up the proceedings in relation to the matter and passes…
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UK: Louise Haigh became first Labour minister to quit over this silly mistake from 2013
This resignation marks the first from Starmer's Cabinet since Labour's sweeping election victory in July. It follows media reports that Haigh had told police her phone was stolen in a mugging but…
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Iran asks EU to end 'self-centred and irresponsible behaviour' ahead of key nuclear talks
Kazem Gharibabadi, Iran's deputy foreign minister, wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that the EU had been asked to "abandon its self-centred and irresponsible behaviour towards issues and challenges…
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ISKCON clarifies stance on Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das' arrest in Bangladesh: 'Not distancing...'
“Iskcon has not and does not distance itself from supporting Chinmoy Krishna Das's rights and freedom for peacefully calling for protecting Hindus and their places of worship. We also support,…
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ISKCON says 'stand with Chinmoy Das' after Dhaka chapter distances itself from Hindu monk
The ISKCON took to X, and stated, "Iskcon,Inc. stands with Sri Chinmoy Krishna Das. Our prayers to Lord Krishna for the protection of all these devotees."
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'Despicable escalation,' Russian strikes on Ukrainian power grid knock out power for 1 million
"Energy infrastructure is once again targeted by the enemy's massive strike," Ukrainian Energy Minister German Galushchenko stated on Facebook. He added, "As soon as the security situation will…
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'Grateful for the invitation,' Meta CEO Zuckerberg dines with US president-elect Trump at Mar-a-Lago
“It’s an important time for the future of American Innovation,” said Meta spokesperson Andy Stone in a statement shared with The Verge. “Mark was grateful for the invitation to join President…
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Canada's Trudeau holds emergency meeting as Trump threatens to hit Canadian goods with 25% tariff
Trudeau shared updates on social media, saying, “I spoke with the Premiers tonight about Canada-US trade and the border. Our focus: Canadian jobs, securing the border, and building on our strong…
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Mumbai woman detained for threatening PM Modi, claims assassination plot
The woman reportedly claimed that a plot had been devised to assassinate the Prime Minister.
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'Did everything they asked,' Iran's foreign minister hints at nuclear weapons program if sanctions return
In an interview, Araghchi said that Iran already possesses the capability and expertise to produce nuclear weapons but stressed that such weapons are not part of its security strategy. He also…
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Trump says Mexico agreed to 'stop' migration; Mexican President clarifies no plans to 'close borders'
On Wednesday (Nov 27) evening, Trump shared on his Truth Social platform that he had spoken to Sheinbaum, who "agreed to stop migration through Mexico and into the United States, effectively…
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Philippine VP Duterte named ‘mastermind’ in plot to kill President Marcos Jr.; could face criminal charges
The Department of Justice (DOJ) of the Philippines described Duterte as a “self-confessed mastermind” in the scheme against the country's highest-ranking official, as per local media reports.
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‘Warrant not enough,’ Iran’s Khamenei demands death sentence for Netanyahu, Gallant
Khamenei's comments were in response to the International Criminal Court's (ICC) recent decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister…
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Trump plans to ban transgender military personnel on day one after taking office: 15,000 could face discharge
The report follows Trump’s nomination of Pete Hegseth, a former major in the US National Guard and Fox News host, as his defence secretary. Hegseth has been outspoken in his criticism of what he…
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