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Donald Trump has now given the ATF, DEA, and U.S. Marshals Service the ability to arrest illegals, per WSJ….

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Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office and Albuquerque Police Department for the work of local law enforcement on the federal task forces supporting Operation Legend’s violent crime reduction efforts. The Department has also provided assistance through the Joint Law Enforcement Operations (JLEO) fund to assist reimbursement of local law enforcement serving as federal task force officers with … Read more

California Wildfires: Evacuations and Firefighter Efforts

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CASTAIC, California – Powerful winds and bone-dry conditions were expected to challenge firefighters. They battled new wildfires in southern California on Jan 23. A new blaze swelled over the past day. It forced tens of thousands to evacuate north of Los Angeles. The Hughes fire is located about 80km north of Los Angeles. It grew … Read more

‘Reserve right to resume war’: Israel demands Hamas to release hostage list​ 

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that the government cannot proceed with the truce until receiving details of hostages to be released by Hamas. Israel emphasizes its intention to resume conflict if needed. The approved ceasefire agreement aims to end the 15-month war, liberating hostages and Palestinian detainees, and increasing humanitarian aid to Gaza.

Former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama will not attend Donald Trump’s traditional inaugural lunch.

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📌It looks like there’s some drama surrounding Donald Trump’s inaugural lunch. According to NBC News, former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama are skipping the event. 📌This isn’t the first time presidents have broken with tradition, though. For instance, President Donald Trump didn’t extend an invitation to President-elect Joe Biden for a … Read more

MEA: S Jaishankar, Army chief on same page on China disengagement​ 

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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified there is no contradiction between the Army chief Upendra Dwivedi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar regarding disengagement with China in eastern Ladakh. While the Army chief mentioned a ‘degree of standoff’ remaining, the MEA highlights disengagement is completed at specific points. The Army chief notes authorities … Read more

Over to Trump administration as India readies Pannun probe report​ 

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The report on the Pannun murder plot, submitted just before Trump’s inauguration, urges swift legal action against Vikash Yadav and highlights potential diplomatic tension between India and the US. Progress in technology and defence ties was noted, while concerns over Khalistan separatist activities and possible US extradition of Yadav remain unresolved.

Why India’s growing ties with Taliban could roil Pakistan​ 

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India’s engagement with the Taliban-led Afghan government is redefining South Asia’s political landscape. A significant meeting between India and the Taliban discussed trade through Iran’s Chabahar port, reducing reliance on Pakistan, and the resumption of visas for Afghans. This move challenges Pakistan’s influence over Afghanistan and highlights shifting regional dynamics.

US removes 3 Indian entities from restrictive list; what it means​ 

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The US bureau of industry and security removed three Indian entities from its Entity List while adding 11 Chinese entities due to national security concerns. The removal facilitates US-India energy cooperation, while the additions highlight consequences for aiding Chinese military development.

Android co-founder to Gates: You’re responsible for Microsoft losing $400 bn​ 

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Rich Miner, Android co-founder, has responded to Bill Gates’ comments on Microsoft’s $400 billion mobile market failure. Miner highlighted that he helped create Android to prevent Microsoft from stifiling mobile innovation, blaming Gates for the company’s failure against Android. Gates admitted Microsoft’s delay cost them immense market value.

Heavy-duty military drone of Israeli-origin crashes into sea off Porbandar​ 

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A drone called Drishti-10, made by Adani Defence and Aerospace under an Israeli license, crashed into the sea during trials off Porbandar. The Navy, which had not yet received the drone, faces no financial loss. The drone is designed for long-range intelligence missions. The armed forces require around 150 new drones of this type.