And if we want to be successful at defeating ISIL, that's a good place to start - by not promoting that kind of ideology, that kind of attitude

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Today, after two years of negotiations, the United States, together with our international partners, has achieved something that decades of animosity has not - a comprehensive, long-term deal with Iran that will prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon.This deal demonstrates that American diplomacy can bring about real and meaningful change - change that makes our country, and the world, safer and more secure. This deal is also in line with the tradition of American leadership. It's now more than 50 years since President John F Kennedy stood before the American people and said, "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate." He was speaking then about the need for discussions between the United States and the Soviet Union, which led to efforts to restrict the spread of nuclear weapons.In those days, the risk was a catastrophic nuclear war between two super powers. In our time, the risk is that nuclear weapons will spread to more and more countries, particula

Iran nuclear deal, a game changer

The President: Hello, everybody! Hello! (Applause) Please, please, have a seat. Have a seat. Well, first of all, sorry I'm late. (Laughter) I had a couple things I had to do. (Laughter) And obviously, when you're the President, national security always takes top priority. But I wanted to make sure that I still made it. And I'm so grateful that all of you were willing to come back and welcome me this way.It is great to be back in Louisville. It is great to be here at InDatus. This is such a spiffy-looking company, I'm thinking about remodelling at the White House. (Laughter) Everything is so hip and cool and guys with, like, cool beards are - (Laughter) - typing stuff. And it just looks wonderful.But the reason I'm here is not just because it looks hip and cool, but because what's happening here is essential to America, and we want to lift it up and we want people to see what's possible in developing the kind of innovation and job creation here in the 21st century, knowing that we can s

'Tech jobs are great pathways to the middle-class'

Many times as President, I've been reminded of a line of prayer that Eleanor Roosevelt was fond of. She said, "Keep us at tasks too hard for us that we may be driven to Thee for strength." I've wondered at times if maybe God was answering that prayer a little too literally. But no matter the challenge, He has been there for all of us. He's certainly strengthened me "with the power through his Spirit," as I've sought his guidance not just in my own life but in the life of our nation.Now, over the last few months, we've seen a number of challenges - certainly over the last six years. But part of what I want to touch on today is the degree to which we've seen professions of faith used both as an instrument of great good, but also twisted and misused in the name of evil.As we speak, around the world, we see faith inspiring people to lift up one another - to feed the hungry and care for the poor, and comfort the afflicted and make peace where there is strife. We heard the good work that Sis

'The freedom of religion'

So that's what unifies us: do we act with compassion and empathy? Are we measured by our efforts - by what Dr (Martin Luther) King called "the content of our character" rather than the colour of our skin or the manner in which we worship our God? In both our countries, in India and in America, our diversity is our strength. And we have to guard against any efforts to divide ourselves along sectarian lines or any other lines. And if we do that well, if America shows itself as an example of its diversity and yet the capacity to live together and work together in common effort, in common purpose; if India, as massive as it is, with so much diversity, so many differences is able to continually affirm its democracy, that is an example for every other country on Earth. That's what makes us world leaders - not just the size of our economy or the number of weapons we have, but our ability to show the way in how we work together, and how much respect we show each other.And, finally, our nations

'As Americans, we believe in the promise of India'

Noting that two-way trade has increased fivefold since 2001 to nearly $100 billion, US President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Narendra Modi committed to facilitate the actions necessary to increase trade another fivefold. President Obama and Prime Minister Modi recognised that US and Indian businesses have a critical role to play in sustainable, inclusive, and job-led growth and development.

Narendra Modi & Barack Obama: Common ground

Good morning, everybody. I'm here at Powell Elementary School, and just had a chance to see some of the outstanding students here. And I thought it was appropriate for me to say a few words about the Budget that I sent to Congress this morning - because obviously the Budget is not just about numbers, it's about our values and it's about our future, and how well we are laying the groundwork for those young children that I was with just a few moments ago to be able to succeed here in America. These kids may not be the most excited people in town on Budget day, but my Budget is designed with their generation and future generations in mind.In my State of the Union address, I laid out an agenda to restore opportunity for all people - to uphold the principle that no matter who you are, no matter where you started, you can make it if you try here in America.This opportunity agenda is built on four parts - more good jobs and good wages; making sure that we're training workers with the skills t

'Budget is not just about numbers, it's about our values'

The point is, there are millions of Americans outside Washington who are tired of stale political arguments, and are moving this country forward. They believe, and I believe, that here in America, our success should depend not on accident of birth, but the strength of our work ethic and the scope of our dreams. That's what drew our forebears here. It's how the daughter of a factory worker is CEO of America's largest automaker; how the son of a barkeeper is Speaker of the House; how the son of a single mom can be President of the greatest nation on Earth.Opportunity is who we are. And the defining project of our generation is to restore that promise.The best measure of opportunity is access to a good job. With the economy picking up speed, companies say they intend to hire more people. And over half of big manufacturers say they're thinking of insourcing jobs from abroad.Both Democrats and Republicans have argued that our tax code is riddled with complicated loopholes that punish busine

'Opportunity is who we are'

You've heard the Republicans say that Obamacare will hurt the economy, but the economy has been growing and creating jobs. The single-greatest threat to our economy and to our businesses like this one is not the Affordable Care Act, it's the unwillingness of the Republicans in the Congress to stop refighting a settled election, or making the demands that have nothing to do with the Budget. They need to move on to the actual business of governing. That's what will help the economy. That's what will grow the economy. That's what will put people back to work (applause).And more than that, House Republicans need to stop careening from one crisis to another in everything they do. Have you noticed that? Since they've taken over the House of Representatives, we have one of these crises every three months. Have you noticed? And you keep on thinking, all right, well, this is going to be the last one; they're not going to do this again. And then they do it again.I know you're tired of it. I'm ti

'You don't reduce your debt by not paying the bills'

Let me just begin by saying to Jay and Bey, thank you so much for your friendship. We are so grateful. Michelle and Malia and Sasha are mad at me because they are not here. (laughter) That doesn&rsquo;t usually happen. Usually they&rsquo;re like, we&rsquo;re glad you&rsquo;re going &mdash; we don&rsquo;t need to go. But, every time they get a chance to see these two they are thrilled, partly because they are just both so generous, particularly to my kids. And Malia and Sasha just love both of them.

'We've made a lot of progress, but have got more work to do'

Ending the Iraq war has allowed us to strike decisive blows against our enemies. From Pakistan to Yemen, the al-Qaeda operatives who remain are scrambling, knowing that they cannot escape the reach of the United States of America.

'Renewal of our leadership can be felt across globe'

New Delhi [India], December 14: In a world where innovation and ambition drive progress, startups have become the epicenter of transformative ideas and groundbreaking solutions. These ventures are more than just businesses--they are catalysts of change, redefining industries and challenging the status quo. At the heart of this revolution lies real talent: visionary entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, and daring disruptors who dare to dream big and execute even bigger. In 2025, a new generation of rising stars in the startup world is making waves, harnessing creativity and resilience to build ventures that are not only thriving but also reshaping the global landscape. Join us as we uncover their inspiring journeys and explore what sets them apart as the frontrunners poised to shine in the year ahead!

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New Delhi [India], December 14: MaitriBodh Parivaar, a socio-spiritual organization devoted to uplifting human consciousness and fostering unity, announces "Ek Bharat, Hum Bharat Padyatra". This monumental event will take place across three cities, Delhi, Mumbai, and Amritsar, on 15 December 2024. The padyatras will bring together over 1500 attendees in each city, symbolizing a unified effort to revive India's spirit of love, harmony, and togetherness.

MaitriBodh Parivaar to Host \"Ek Bharat, Hum Bharat Padyatra\", Seeks to Revive India\'s Spirit of Unity and Togetherness

New Delhi [India], December 14: Supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, BOTT is delighted to announce the BOTT Knowledge Conclave: Tourism@2025, a premier thought-leadership event, scheduled on December 18, 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The conclave is aimed at unlocking the immense potential of the global travel industry with a focus on India Tourism. It will bring together leading voices in tourism to discuss opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of both inbound and outbound travel.

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 14: Bisleri International, India's leading packaged drinking water player today unveiled its latest Bisleri #DRINKITUP sports campaign featuring Bollywood star Shahid Kapoor alongside prominent football franchises. The campaign emphasizes the importance of hydration in sports while encouraging audience to embrace the excitement of football.

Bisleri Unviels New #DRINKITUP Sports Campaign Featuring Shahid Kapoor and Football Stars

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], December 14: Nureca Limited, a leading innovator in home healthcare and wellness products, proudly announces its certification as a Great Place to Work. This globally recognized honour reflects Nureca's dedication to fostering an empowering, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.

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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has enhanced the collateral-free loan limit for farmers from Rs 1.6 lakh to Rs 2 lakh, effective January 1, 2025, a move aimed at supporting small and marginal farmers amid rising input costs.
The new directive instructs banks nationwide to waive collateral and margin requirements for agricultural and allied activity loans up to Rs 2 lakh per borrower.
According to the agriculture ministry, the decision comes in response to the rising input costs and the need to improve credit accessibility for farmers. "This measure will significantly benefit over 86 per cent of farmers who are small and marginal landholders," the statement said.
Banks have been instructed to implement the guidelines swiftly and ensure widespread awareness about the new loan provisions.
The move is expected to facilitate easier access to Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans and complement the government's Modified Interest Subvention Scheme, which offers loans up to Rs 3 lakh at a 4 per ce

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The 26-year-old Indian American had accused OpenAI of using copyrighted content to train its AI models. Details

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Paracetamol, a common over-the-counter medication, may increase the risk of gastrointestinal, heart- and kidney-related complications among adults aged 65 and above, a new study has found.
Taken commonly for treating mild-to-moderate fever, paracetamol is also the first drug recommended for treating osteoarthritis -- a chronic condition causing pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints due to wear-and-tear -- as it is considered effective, relatively safe and accessible.
However, some studies have provided evidence to contest the effectiveness of paracetamol in relieving pain while others have shown increased risks of gastrointestinal side effects, such as ulcers and bleeding, from prolonged use.
The latest study, conducted by researchers from the University of Nottingham, UK, found that paracetamol use was linked to a 24 per cent and 36 per cent increase in risk of peptic ulcer bleeding (bleeding due to ulcer in the digestive tract) and lower gastrointestinal bleeding, ...

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After spending the night in a local prison after being arrested in connection with the death of a woman in a stampede during the
premiere of his latest film, , actor Allu Arjun walked out of jail on Saturday following an interim bail granted by the Telangana High Court.
Arjun had to spend Friday night in prison despite the HC relief, as the authorities had not received a copy of the bail order until late last night.
"He has been released," Ashok Reddy, his counsel, told reporters at the Chanchalguda prison.
Reddy claimed the prison authorities did not release the actor despite having got the High Court order copy.
"You should question the government and the department why they have not released the accused. The High Court order is very specific. Forthwith, the moment you (prison authorities) receive the order, ( they should) release him. Despite the clear order, they have not released, they have to answer. This is an illegal detention. We will take legal steps, Reddy said.
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FBI Director Christopher Wray said Wednesday he plans to resign at the end of President Joe Biden's term in January, an announcement that came a week and a half after President-elect Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate loyalist Kash Patel for the job.
At a town hall meeting with the bureau workforce, Wray said he would be stepping down after weeks of careful thought.
Wray's intended resignation is not unexpected considering that Trump had picked Patel for the role in his new administration.
Wray had previously been named by Trump and began the 10-year term  a length meant to insulate the agency from the political influence of changing administrations  in 2017, after Trump fired then-FBI Director James Comey.
Trump had telegraphed his anger with Wray on multiple occasions, including after Wray's congressional testimony in September. But the soft-spoken director rarely seemed to go out of his way to publicly confront the White House.

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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday said he has started the process of filing a defamation case against AAP leaders in Delhi and Goa for naming him and his wife in the alleged cash-for-jobs scam.
Sawant said Opposition parties, especially the Aam Aadmi Party, are naming him and his wife in the scam without any reason and proof while the state police are conducting a transparent investigation.
"I have started the process of filing a defamation case against AAP leaders in Delhi and Goa. My wife will file another defamation case against them," Sawant told reporters at Goa Airport.
Many aspirants had lodged complaints across Goa alleging they were forced to pay lakhs to some persons who promised to facilitate jobs in the state government.
"I initiated action against the accused involved in the cash-for-jobs scam. The government has given a free hand to police for free-and-fair investigation in the matter," Sawant said.
He accused the Opposition of dragging him and his family

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Stock Market Today: The best trading strategy at this juncture is to book profits on the rise in Nifty IT index and wait for the index to retrace towards its support levels

The average daily trading volume (ADTV) for the futures and options segment climbed to a new record high of Rs 537 trillion in September, rising 7.2 per cent on a month-on-month basis. The ADTV for the cash segment, however, fell nearly 4 per cent to

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Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday expressed confidence that India's economic growth by end of this fiscal will be back on track despite global uncertainties.
He said that this year also India will be the world's fastest growing economy.
"We had an election in the first quarter and during the election, obviously policy making and decisions on next steps of growth or infrastructure spending does slow down and there is a lag effect.
"But from what the initial numbers for this quarter, the third quarter show, the festive spending, the rebound in rural growth, the way banks are now seeing traction back again, the way infrastructure spending has come back on track, I think by the time we close the year in March, we will be back on track," Goyal said at Times Network's India Economic Conclave here.
The minister was replying to a question whether the 5.4 per cent GDP growth in the July-September quarter of this fiscal worries him.
The latest government data showed ..

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Places of Worship Act case: Supreme Court has given the central government four weeks to file its reply to the various pleas

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A Bangladesh delegation is likely to attend the Vijay Diwas celebrations in Kolkata on December 16, which marks the Indian Armed Forces' historic victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war, Defence sources said on Thursday.
'Mukti Jodhas' may also take part in the celebrations, they said.
A Bangladesh delegation, comprising 'Mukti Jodhas', who were part of the guerrilla resistance force in East Pakistan opposing the Pakistan rule there, and serving officers of the Bangladesh Armed Forces, attend the Vijay Diwas celebrations held by the Indian Army's Eastern Command every year in Kolkata.
The Defence sources, while saying that a Bangladesh delegation is likely to attend the celebrations on December 16, however, did not give details of the size of the delegation.
The Army's eastern Command, which is headquartered at Fort William here, will hold a series of programmes on Vijay Diwas to mark the historic victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 war against Pakistan, a senior ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Drass to take part in an event on the 25th anniversary of  Kargil Vijay Diwas	Photo: PTI

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