Ijaw National Congress Demands Justice for Soldiers Killed in Delta
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In a recent development, the Ijaw National Congress (INC) has demanded justice for the 16 officers and men of the Nigerian Army who were ambushed and killed in Okuama, Delta State. The victims include the battalion's Commanding Officer, Lt.-Col. AH Ali, two Majors, a Captain, and 12 soldiers. The INC condemns the killing and calls for the apprehension, investigation, and prosecution of those found culpable. They emphasize that innocent members of the Okuoma community should not be implicated. The INC also denies rumors of planned attacks on security and oil installations by Ijaw youths, stating that the Ijaw ethnic nationality is not at war with the Federal Government or any other ethnic group .
Troops from the Defence Headquarters are conducting a manhunt for Endurance Okodeh, alias Aman...
#newstr #IjawNationalCongress #Soldiers #Killed #Delta #Justice
Former Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Advocates for Term Limits and Criticizes Leak of Court's Decision on Abortion
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Supreme Court Associate Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Stephen Breyer are taking part in separate events to address the importance of civic education and constitutional interpretation. On May 9, Justice Sotomayor will speak at the New York State Bar Association's Civics Convocation, emphasizing the need to address the gap in basic civic knowledge among Americans. The event will feature discussions on New York's initiatives to bolster civic understanding and examine national trends in civic education. Meanwhile, on March 27, recently retired Justice Breyer engaged in a conversation with Nina Totenberg at the Smithsonian Associates event titled 'Justice Stephen Breyer on Reading the Constitution.' Breyer discussed different judicial approaches to interpreting the Constitution and his new book,...
#newstr #StephenBreyer #SupremeCourt #TermLimits #LifetimeAppointments #Retirement #AmyConeyBarrett #Constitution #AbortionRights #RoeVWade #ClarenceThomas #FinancialRelationship #January6Insurrection #ElectionFraud
Former Calcutta High Court Judge Abhijit Gangopadhyay Joins BJP and Receives Lok Sabha Ticket
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Former Calcutta High Court Justice Abhijit Ganguly has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal . Ganguly submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu and Chief Justice of India Chandrachud, citing continuous taunts and insults from the ruling party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) . This development comes after Justice Ganguly's resignation from the Calcutta High Court and speculation about his entry into politics . The Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Congress party had both expressed their reactions to his resignation, with TMC leaders inviting him to join politics and Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary welcoming his resignation and offering him to join the Congress party .
Justice Ganguly had previously criticized the Trinamool Congress for corruption in West Benga...
#newstr #AbhijitGangopadhyay #Bjp #LokSabhaElections #CalcuttaHighCourt #TamlukSeat #TrinamoolCongress #WestBengal #Jharkhand #Assam
Indian Civil Society Calls for Kashmir Settlement, Restoration of Article 370, and Lasting Regional Peace
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The conflict between Hamas and Israel continues to draw attention globally, with various stakeholders expressing their positions on the matter. In India, members of civil society have formed a group called Indians for Palestine, which aims to challenge the Indian government's links with Israel and demand accountability for alleged war crimes. The group held a public meeting in New Delhi, where they called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urged people across Asia to show solidarity with the people of Palestine. The group also demanded that the Indian government follow the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling to cease funding or facilitating Israel's military activity. Despite India's historic support for Palestine, the government has been mostly silent on Israel's actions in Ga...
#newstr #India #Israel #Palestine #Kashmir #CivilSociety #WarCrimes #HumanRights #InternationalIntervention
UN Commission Calls for Feminist Financing for Women's Economic Justice
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The achievements of women were celebrated on March 8, International Women’s Day. According to the United Nations, achieving gender equality and promoting all aspects of women’s well-being are critical in the pursuit of successful economies. Women in Barbados have made significant progress in leadership positions and educational opportunities. However, there are still millions of women around the world who do not have the same opportunities. The UN has identified gender equality and ending poverty as key areas that require urgent action. In Barbados, a significant percentage of households are run by women, so improving the financial circumstances of women will lead to improved circumstances for their children. Despite the progress made, there is still much more to be achieved.
The article ...
#newstr #FeministFinancing #Women'sEconomicJustice #GenderEquality #UnCommission #SustainableDevelopmentGoals
Former AASU President Dipanko Kumar Nath Appointed as Secretary of State BJP in Assam
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Former Calcutta High Court Justice Abhijit Ganguly has joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal . Ganguly submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu and Chief Justice of India Chandrachud, citing continuous taunts and insults from the ruling party, the Trinamool Congress (TMC) . This development comes after Justice Ganguly's resignation from the Calcutta High Court and speculation about his entry into politics . The Trinamool Congress (TMC) and Congress party had both expressed their reactions to his resignation, with TMC leaders inviting him to join politics and Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary welcoming his resignation and offering him to join the Congress party .
Justice Ganguly had previously criticized the Trinamool Congress for corruption in West Benga...
#newstr #Bjp #WestBengal #Jharkhand #Assam #Politics
Prince Harry Learns About Kate Middleton's Cancer Diagnosis on TV
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Princess Catherine, Princess of Wales, has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy treatment. King Charles III expressed pride in Catherine's courage and disclosed that he had remained in close contact with her. The type of cancer has not been disclosed .
Catherine had faced intense speculation about her health and whereabouts after major abdominal surgery in January. Leaders around the world, including British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, expressed support for Catherine. Her younger brother, James Middleton, shared a childhood photo and expressed solidarity. Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, wished her health and healing privately .
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle reached out personally to Kate Middleton following...
#newstr #KateMiddleton #PrinceHarry #CancerDiagnosis #RoyalFamily
Armenian Police Station Attack: 3 Men Injured by Their Own Grenades
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's recent interview with France 24 has raised concerns about the ongoing peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan. In the interview, Pashinyan expressed grievances against Azerbaijan and called peace between the two countries 'unthinkable' after recent events on the border. He also made statements about Armenia's ties with Russia, stating that the issue of extending the stay of the Russian military base in Armenia 'is not on the agenda' and that the country's participation in the CSTO is 'frozen' .
Pashinyan's aggressive statements have led to speculation about the role of French President Emmanuel Macron in the peace negotiations. The article suggests that Macron may have given Pashinyan some 'guarantees' that led to his aggressive stance. This ra...
#newstr #Armenia #Yerevan #PoliceStation #Grenades #CombatBrotherhood #TavushRegion #Azerbaijan #BorderDemarcation #NikolPashinyan
Global Seminar Criticizes UN's Failure in Establishing Peace and Resolving Disputes: A Comprehensive Look at the Issue
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India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, has criticized the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for its ineffectiveness in addressing threats to international peace and security in a timely manner. Kamboj questioned the relevance of the UNSC's 'security plumbing' from 1945 in the current geopolitical landscape. She emphasized the need for urgent reform to ensure that the council adapts to the challenges of the 21st century .
India has long been advocating for the reform of the UNSC to better reflect the current global realities. Kamboj highlighted the council's inability to address serious threats, including transnational organized crime and cyber threats, and called for greater accountability of states that provide support and safe havens to criminal syn...
#newstr #Un #Peace #Disputes #HumanRights #InternationalLaw #Genocide #SustainableDevelopment #Palestine #Kashmir
'A huge mistake': Kamala Harris warns Israel against invasion of Rafah
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Cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas are expected to resume in Qatar on Sunday . Stalled talks aimed at securing a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war are expected to resume in earnest in Qatar as soon as Sunday . Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer lashed out at Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war in Gaza and called for Israel to hold new elections . German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that an Israeli assault on the Gazan city Rafah would make regional peace 'very difficult' due to the large number of civilian casualties . He plans to discuss this issue with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to Gaza. Scholz emphasized the need for a long-lasting ceasefire to prevent a ground offensive . Israel intends to move into Rafah to eliminate the l...
#newstr #Israel #Hamas #Ceasefire #Rafah #KamalaHarris #IsraeliElections #Gaza #HumanitarianCeasefire #GermanForeignAffairsMinister #IsraeliForeignMinister #DefenseMinister #Washington
Israel Rejects UNRWA Food Convoys into Northern Gaza, Exacerbating Famine Crisis
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The dire humanitarian situation in Gaza has reached an unprecedented level, with the United Nations warning of an imminent famine in the northern part of the territory. According to a United Nations-backed food security assessment, half of the population in Gaza, or 1.1 million people, are facing catastrophic conditions, with famine projected to hit the north of Gaza by May unless urgent intervention is taken . The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has commented on the risk of famine in Gaza, calling for immediate action to prevent it. Türk states that the situation of hunger, starvation, and famine is a result of Israel's extensive restrictions on the entry and distribution of humanitarian aid and commercial goods, as well as the displacement of most of the population an...
#newstr #Gaza #Famine #Israel #Unrwa #PalestineRefugees
The Urgency of Diplomacy: Fostering Dialogue in a Global Political Landscape
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The deans of Princeton School of Public and International Affairs and Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs recently emphasized the importance of fostering dialogue and mutual respect on university campuses. They argue that universities should counter harmful speech, model civic dialogue, and encourage engagement with opposing ideas. The deans stress the need to protect free speech while advocating for respectful dialogue and countering hate speech, antisemitism, and Islamophobia. They call for reasoned discussions and empirical analysis to shape the conversation and promote understanding. This perspective is particularly relevant in light of recent developments at Harvard and UNC-Chapel Hill.
Harvard University has faced criticism for its delayed response to st...
#newstr #Dialogue #Diplomacy #UniversityCampuses #GlobalPolitics
Effium and Ezza Communities Struggle to Reach Consensus on Peace Pact in Ebonyi State
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The war between Effium and Ezza Effium communities in Ohaukwu local government area of Ebonyi State continues as the two communities struggle to reach a consensus on the peace pact. The peace pact report issued by a peace panel headed by retired Catholic bishop Rev. Michael Okoro has been rejected by the people of Effium. The rejection is based on the claim that the report infringed on their fundamental human rights. The Ezza-Effium Consultative Assembly described the peace pact report as apartheid and a violation of the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria. They specifically rejected the aspect of the report that labeled them as tenants in Effium community and barred them from producing a traditional ruler. The Ezza-Effium people called for a ceasefire and the return of residents to their homes w...
#newstr #EbonyiState #PeacePact #War #Community #FundamentalHumanRights
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Emphasizes Harmony and Peace During Festivals
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Millions of Indians celebrated Diwali with a Guinness World Record number of bright earthen oil lamps . The festival of light symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and is a national holiday in India . The lighting of over 2.22 million lamps took place at the Saryu River in Ayodhya, the birthplace of the god Ram . The lamps were kept burning for 45 minutes as Hindu religious hymns filled the air . Diwali is celebrated by socializing, exchanging gifts, lighting lamps, and setting off fireworks . The celebrations occurred amidst concerns about air pollution in the country, with New Delhi experiencing hazardous levels . The festival also coincided with the upcoming inauguration of a temple at the site of a demolished mosque in Ayodhya .
The festival of Dussehra, also known as Vijayada...
#newstr #Diwali #Dussehra #MaghiGaneshotsav #MasiAmmavasai #Harmony #Peace #Equality #Tradition
Resilience in Pakistan's Democracy Shown in Recent Elections
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Pakistan recently held its general elections, and despite an increase in absolute terms, voter turnout was weak in terms of percentage. Factors such as harsh winter weather, fears of violence and terrorism, and uncertainty about the conduct of elections may have contributed to the low turnout. Research suggests that a poor economy may depress voter participation in some countries, while others argue that a worsening economy can prompt citizens to voice concerns and seek remedies. In Pakistan, election turnout and results are influenced by various factors, including the sentiments of the people and the actions of the powers-that-be. The economy of the country is often compared to that of other nations, and a poor relative economy can lead to lower voter turnout. However, economic factors ha...
#newstr #Pakistan #Democracy #Elections #PoliticalTurbulence #ElectionCommissionOfPakistan
Armed Forces of Nigeria Play Key Role in Maintaining Peace and Stability in West Africa
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The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has emphasized the pivotal role played by the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) in maintaining peace, stability, and social cohesion in West Africa. This statement was made during a courtesy call by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Abuja. The partnership between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the AFN has become imperative in light of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda foreign policy doctrine, which is anchored on the 4 Ds strategic pillars of Democracy, Development, Demography, and Diaspora .
During the meeting, the CDS commended the Foreign Affairs minister for providing practical foreign policy directives for the nation an...
#newstr #ArmedForcesOfNigeria #Peace #Stability #WestAfrica #ForeignPolicy
Governors Sanwo-Olu and AbdulRazaq Advocate for Peaceful Coexistence in Nigeria
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Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State have both emphasized the importance of peaceful coexistence among Nigerians for progress and economic development. Speaking at separate events, the governors urged citizens to embrace peace, love, and understanding, and to support and pray for the government.
Governor Sanwo-Olu reiterated the significance of peaceful coexistence among religious adherents in achieving economic revival during the Annual Ramadan Public Lecture in Lagos. He commended the peaceful coexistence of religious groups in the state and attributed the successes of his administration to this harmony. Sanwo-Olu also pledged his support for the propagation of Islam by donating buses to Islamic bodies. He expressed his optimism ...
#newstr #Nigeria #PeacefulCoexistence #Governors #ReligiousHarmony
Frankfurt Celebrates Ramadan with Festive Lights, Special Wishes, Mass Iftar Parties, and Interfaith Unity
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The German city of Frankfurt illuminated its streets with festive lights on Sunday to celebrate the Muslim holy month of Ramadan . This celebration is reported to be a nationwide first and highlights the city's recognition and support for the Muslim community during this important time. The lights serve as a visual representation of the joy and significance of Ramadan, creating a festive atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The display of the 'Happy Ramadan' sign over a street in Frankfurt further symbolizes the city's embrace of diversity and inclusivity .
The celebration in Frankfurt aligns with the global observance of Ramadan, which began on Sunday night . Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims worldwide, commemorating the first revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. ...
#newstr #Frankfurt #Ramadan #FestiveLights #SpecialWishes #MassIftarParties #InterfaithUnity #InterfaithIftarDinner #ReligiousHarmony #Tolerance
Water crisis threatens world peace as billions lack access to safe drinking water
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Water has been historically used as a means of power by European imperialists to expand their influence and create hierarchies of access, according to an analysis by the Times of India. Ancient civilizations thrived by controlling water, leading to the development of empires based on water control and its surpluses. However, the world now faces a water crisis, with 2.2 billion people still living without access to safe drinking water, according to a report by the United Nations World Water Development Report 2024. The report also highlights that tensions over water are exacerbating conflicts worldwide. Between 2002 and 2021, droughts affected more than 1.4 billion people, and as of 2022, roughly half of the world's population experienced severe water scarcity for at least part of the year....
#newstr #WaterCrisis #UnReport #SafeDrinkingWater #Conflict #InternationalCooperation
Stone County Rodeo Arena Proposed for Upgrades to Attract More Visitors
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Stone County Rodeo Arena is proposed to undergo upgrades to attract more visitors. Heather Stevens, secretary-treasurer of the Stone County Saddle Club, believes that a competitive arena could bring in new visitors multiple times a year. A county ordinance sponsored by Dist. 8 Justice of the Peace John Dawson Irvin was adopted in February, creating a line item in the county budget to receive donations for the arena. Dist. 24 State Sen. Missy Irvin has created a 501(c)3 corporation called the 'Invincible Fund' to gather donations. The immediate goal is to collect $7,500 in donations, which would qualify the county for a matching grant. The desired upgrades include a concession stand with bathrooms, grading the arena floor, and adding a soft-soil top dressing for barrel racing. The Arkansas ...
#newstr #Rodeo #Arena #Upgrades #Donations #MatchingGrant #ArkansasCowboyAssociation #ArkansasRodeoAssociation