Maha Siddiqui
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As Kamala Harris Joins Presidential Race, Who Could Be Her Running Mate?
Hours after President Joe Biden announced his decision to step down from the 2024 race to the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris, in a statement on X, said was "honored to have the President's endorsement"
- Monday July 22, 2024
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Opinion | Can A Reluctant Michelle Obama Replace Biden Amid Clamour For Change?
Michelle Obama has quite clearly said no to running for office in the past. However, not only is eight years a long time in politics, but the current circumstances are such for the Democrats that it might just make even the unlikely happen.
- Saturday July 6, 2024
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Major Announcement On Immigrants Expected From Joe Biden Today
In the run up to the critical US Presidential election later this year, incumbent Joe Biden is expected to make a big announce regarding an often contentious issue - immigration.
- Tuesday June 18, 2024
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Origin Of India-Canada Friction Is "Lack Of...": Indian Envoy
India's High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Kumar Verma on Tuesday said that the origin of the friction between New Delhi and Ottawa is the "lack of understanding of India's concern" over a "decades-old issue (Khalistan).
- Wednesday May 8, 2024
- India News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Amid Campaign, Donald Trump Blamed For Lead-Up To US' Chaotic Afghanistan Exit
Donald Trump was "very determined" on the withdrawal of the US troops from Afghanistan, "whether it happened as part of an agreement or it happened without an agreement" - a former US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation said
- Thursday May 2, 2024
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Amid Campaign, Donald Trump Blamed For Lead-Up To US' Chaotic Afghanistan Exit
Donald Trump was "very determined" on the withdrawal of the US troops from Afghanistan, "whether it happened as part of an agreement or it happened without an agreement" - a former US Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconciliation said
- Thursday May 2, 2024
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Opinion | India, Philippines Are Growing Closer Over A 'Common Cause' - China
With a change in leadership from the China-leaning Rodrigo Duterte to Ferdinand Marcos Jr, who believes in forging closer ties with the US, the timing is just right for India to act.
- Monday April 29, 2024
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Opinion: AI And Polls-India-EU Talks Show Why Collective Action Is Critical
Talks between EU and India on tackling the threat of online disinformation reflect the need for collective global action against the risks posed by generative AI.
- Wednesday February 21, 2024
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Opinion: Pakistan Polls - How Imran Khan's Twin Strike On US And Pak Army Helped Him
The result of the elections indicates the success of a risky political strategy deployed by Khan since his ouster in April 2022. It may not win him political power, but it may just be enough to keep his support base intact.
- Sunday February 11, 2024
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Canada Changes Visa Norms Amid Rent Crisis. How This Hits Indian Students
Indians planning to study in Canada and those pursuing courses there stand to be the worst-affected as the Justin Trudeau administration brings in new norms for overseas students in its bid to tackle rising unemployment and a housing crisis.
- Tuesday January 23, 2024
- India News
- Reported by Maha Siddiqui, Edited by Saikat Kumar Bose
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Canada Announces Cap On International Student Admissions. What It Means
Following up on Canadian immigration minister Marc Miller's October remarks amidst political pressure over a housing crisis, the Justin Trudeau government announced on Monday a 35% reduction in international student admissions for 2024.
- Tuesday January 23, 2024
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui
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Opinion: Canada Signals Growing Moral Discomfort Among Israel's Friends
As opposed to an abstention in the UNGA resolution on October 27 related to a ceasefire in Gaza, India voted in favour of one on December 12.
- Wednesday December 13, 2023
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Who Is Nikhil Gupta, Man Charged In Failed Plot To Kill Khalistan Terrorist
Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national, has been charged by US federal prosecutors with conspiring with an Indian government official to assassinate Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a Khalistani terrorist who holds American and Canadian citizenship, on US soil.
- Saturday December 2, 2023
- India News
- Reported by Maha Siddiqui, Edited by Samiran Mishra
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Opinion: Why India's Reactions To Canada And US On Khalistan Row Are Different
The US Attorney for New York has charged Indian national Nikhil Gupta with murder-for-hire charges in the alleged foiled bid to kill Khalistani separatist Gurwatpant Pannun in the US.
- Thursday November 30, 2023
- Opinion
- Maha Siddiqui
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Explainer: What Is The Loss And Damage Fund And Why It's Key For COP28
Will COP28 be able to operationalize the Loss and Damage Fund? The onus is on the rich nations to put their money where their mouth is in the fight against climate change because it is already too late.
- Tuesday November 28, 2023
- World News
- Written by Maha Siddiqui