Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is poised for a general election victory, according to media projections, amidst economic concerns and the shadow of Donald Trump's trade policies. Early results indicate a significant swing towards Labor, potentially securing a parliamentary majority. Voters weighed starkly different economic visions, with Albanese emphasizing renewable energy and Dutton advocating for nuclear power.
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The upcoming Bollywood debut of Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in 'Abir Gulal' has sparked controversy, intensified by the recent Pahalgam attack. Amidst national grief and outrage, the I&B Ministry has reportedly withheld the film's release in India. Khan condemned the 'horrific' attack in Pahalgam, where 26 lives were lost.
Elon Musk supports the new SBA policy to prevent fraud involving stolen Social Security numbers, requiring applicants’ date of birth for direct loans. Measures include halting loans for those under 18 or over 120 years old, addressing past fraudulent cases and improving data integrity in federal loan programs.
Following protests after the Pahalgam terror attack, right-wing groups demanded a boycott of Muslim vendors serving Vrindavan's Banke Bihari temple. However, the temple administration dismissed the call, emphasizing the significant contributions of Muslim artisans and weavers to the temple's traditions, including crafting deity attire and accessories. Local shopkeepers also expressed solidarity, highlighting the long-standing peaceful coexistence between the communities.
Elon Musk has made a $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI's nonprofit arm, provoking a response from CEO Sam Altman who countered with an offer to buy Twitter. The board of OpenAI supports Altman, and the company is seeking a $40 billion funding round led by SoftBank.
Prominent Muslim figures across India have voiced their strong support for the nation's military action against terror camps inside Pakistan, following the Pahalgam massacre. Clerics and political leaders alike emphasized the need for national unity and communal harmony in the fight against terrorism. They hailed the operation as a necessary step to protect citizens and send a strong message globally.
Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, crashed in trade on Monday. While BSE Sensex went below 77,200, Nifty50 was below 23,400.
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