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India’s election panel on Wednesday ordered the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party and opposition Congress to exercise restraint in their campaigns, after both had reported the other for making divisive speeches during India’s vote. The panel said the parties’ defences for the speeches by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi were “not tenable” and issued notices to the presidents of both groups. In their complaints to the Election Commission, the BJP accused Gandhi and Congress accused Modi of making divisive speeches on religion, caste and linguistic issues. India is holding the world’s largest election over seven phases, with…

The third UAE China Tyre & Auto Parts Expo is set to take place from May 27 to May 29, 2024, at Expo Centre Sharjah. The number of participating exhibitors has gone up to 151 with 282 booths, the event is occupying 8000 square meters space. The scope of exhibits covers tyres, auto parts, new energy vehicles, special vehicles, complete & second-hand vehicle import and export, etc., aims to further strengthen the trade relations and technological exchange in the automotive sector. “This year, with more then 280 World Renowned Tyre, Auto Parts and Vehicle manufacturers, we’re excited to warmly welcome…

Another sexual assault lawsuit has been filed against Sean “Diddy” Combs, the latest in a string of allegations against the American rapper as he increasingly comes under scrutiny for his treatment of women. The assault occurred in 2003 after she was “pressured to imbibe” alcohol and marijuana, including a joint she believed to be laced with another narcotic, the lawsuit said. Combs is the target of several civil lawsuits that characterise him as a violent sexual predator who used alcohol and drugs to subdue his victims, and his homes were raided this year by federal agents. Combs, who has denied…

Aryna Sabalenka arrives at the French Open as the player most likely to challenge Iga Swiatek’s dominance on Parisian clay as the world number two goes in search of her second major title this season after overcoming a brief loss of form. Perhaps the only competitor on the women’s tour with the power to blow opponents away like the retired Serena Williams used to, Sabalenka can be a threat on any surface if she cuts out the inconsistency that occasionally creeps into her game. The Belarusian showcased her big-hitting to great effect as she retained her Australian Open crown in…

The Samsung Galaxy Ring has been the subject of plenty of rumors and leaks in advance of its possible launch during Samsung Galaxy Unpacked in July. The latest leak reveals the likely price, along with rumors of a subscription plan that may be required if Galaxy Ring users want to use all the health-tracking features. The news comes from Yogesh Brar, who says the Galaxy Ring will cost between $300 and $350 in the U.S. (or 35,000 rupees in India). Other global prices aren’t known yet, but you can check the exchange rate to figure out what it may cost…

For the first time, Abu Dhabi has successfully cultured live cells from camel embryos and grown them in a laboratory. These cells are taken from the muscle tissue and organs of camel embryos, in a global scientific breakthrough by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority. This will support significant development in “treating diseases, understanding viral infection mechanisms, and enhancing camel diagnostic methods”, the authority announced on X. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. In this video that Abu Dhabi Media Office shared on Instagram, an expert explains what the breakthrough means…

Frustrated at his inability to get a clear message across to British voters, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called an election on Wednesday from a position of weakness. Sunak, 44, heads into the election far behind the opposition Labour Party in opinion polls and increasingly dependent on a small team of advisers to steer him through what is set to be an ugly campaign. He is struggling to assert control over his governing Conservative Party, with some lawmakers already discussing who will replace him after what many see as an inevitable election defeat. Some party members say his tenure as prime…

The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Finance (MoF) as the issuer, in collaboration with the Central Bank of the UAE as the issuing and paying agent, has announced the results of the Islamic Treasury sukuk auction, which is part of the Islamic T-Sukuk issuance programme for Q2 2024 as published on the ministry’s website. The auction witnessed a strong demand through the eight primary dealers for the three-year and five-year tranches of the Islamic T-Sukuk, with bids received worth Dh9.81 billion and an oversubscription by 8.9 times. The success is reflected in the attractive market driven prices, with a…

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was admitted to the hospital in Ahmedabad on Tuesday, May 21. After the play-off between Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad in Ahmedabad, the actor reached his hotel. According to Indian media, Shah Rukh’s condition worsened at around 1pm which is when he was taken to a hospital. He was discharged from the hospital after receiving primary treatment for dehydration. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. India’s weather bureau has warned of “severe heatwave conditions” this week, with the mercury reaching the sizzling peak of 47.4ºCelsius in Delhi’s…

The 3rd UAE China Tyre & Auto Parts Expo to be held at Expo Centre Sharjah from May 27-29. Sharjah, 22 May 2024: The highly anticipated Third UAE China Tyre & Auto Parts Expo is set to take place from May 27 to May 29, 2024, at Expo Centre Sharjah. Hosted by Shandong Port Group Overseas Supply Chain (Qingdao) Co., Ltd and Hualun Inter Tech FZCO, organized by Inter Commerce Expo Corporation, the expo has garnered significant attention and praise in its previous editions. For its third edition, the number of participating exhibitors has gone up to 151 with 282…