RJ-turned-actor Malishka Mendonsa, who essays the role of Indian political activist and poet Sarojini Naidu in the web series Freedom at Midnight, speaks exclusively to mid-day.com about her stint in showbiz. She discusses the challenges in her career and her controversial song on Mumbai potholes. Malishka has also dabbled into the dubbing space and voiced for popular animated characters like Anxiety in Inside Out 2 and Mona in The Incredibles. Watch the video for more.
22 November,2024 08:29 PM IST
Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States has inducted Elon Musk, Tulsi Gabbard and Vivek Ramaswamy in his top cabinet. Speaking at an Americans for Prosperity gala at Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump explained why he chose Tulsi Gabbard, Vivek Ramaswamy, Elon Musk for his Cabinet.
15 November,2024 12:34 PM IST
Donald Trump is poised to return to the White House after a historic victory, with plans to reshape the U.S. government for his second term. On November 13, he met with President Joe Biden at the White House, signaling a smooth transition. As part of his preparations, Trump has begun announcing key appointments to his cabinet. Notably, he named Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI), marking a historic moment as she becomes the first Hindu lawmaker to hold this crucial position. Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, is known for her independent political views and military background. Additionally, Trump has made other high-profile appointments for his 2024 administration, including tech mogul Elon Musk, signaling a blend of political and business expertise in his cabinet. These moves reflect Trump’s intent to build a diverse and dynamic team to lead the nation in his next term.
14 November,2024 04:58 PM IST
Days after his historic win in the 2024 U.S. elections, Donald Trump began announcing his cabinet appointments, including the creation of a new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy were chosen to lead the department, with Trump saying they would work to reduce government bureaucracy. Musk added that this move would shake up the system and tackle government waste. The acronym "DOGE" quickly went viral on social media, with memes and posts linking it to Musk's involvement with Dogecoin, the cryptocurrency. Musk shared some of these memes, enjoying the online reaction. One popular post even featured a design combining DOGE, the American flag, and the Dogecoin mascot, Kabosu.
13 November,2024 05:21 PM IST
On November 12, Donald Trump appointed Kristi Noem, the governor of South Dakota, as the new Secretary of Homeland Security. Noem is a strong supporter of Trump and has backed his tough border policies. Although she has little experience with national security, she has been involved in sending troops to Texas to help stop illegal immigration. Noem has called the U.S.-Mexico border a "war zone." Trump chose her because of her strong stance on border security, which is a major focus of his campaign to secure the border and carry out mass deportations. In her new role, Noem will work closely with Trump's "border czar," Tom Homan, to help make America safer. The Department of Homeland Security, which has over 260,000 employees, handles a wide range of issues, including border security, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity. Trump has promised to strengthen immigration control starting on his first day back in office.
13 November,2024 04:38 PM IST
After winning the 2024 U.S. elections, Donald Trump is starting to build his cabinet. His latest choice for a key role is Republican Representative Mike Waltz, who will become the next National Security Advisor (NSA). Waltz, a former Green Beret, will be responsible for advising Trump on national security matters and coordinating with U.S. intelligence and military agencies. This comes after Waltz's comments in 2023 about Khalistanis, which went viral, following an attack on the Indian Consulate in San Francisco. Trump’s selection of Waltz was confirmed on November 11 by credible sources, including Reuters. As NSA, Waltz will play a central role in shaping U.S. security policy and managing critical issues that affect the country’s safety both at home and abroad.
12 November,2024 12:56 PM IST
Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, US President-Elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on November 10, the Washington Post reported. Trump advised Putin not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source familiar with the conversation told Reuters. He has criticised the scale of US military and financial support for Ukraine, vowing to end the war, without saying how. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry neither endorsed nor objected to the conversation between Trump and Putin. The conversation between the two world leaders comes after Putin congratulated, praised Trump on Nov 07.
11 November,2024 11:43 AM IST
A Trump presidency could shift the dynamics of the ongoing India-Canada dispute, although it's uncertain whether it would lead to a quick resolution. Donald Trump has shown a strong rapport with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and tends to prioritize strategic alliances over issues like internal policy differences. Some experts suggest that Trump’s alignment with Modi might push Canada to adjust its stance, potentially cooling tensions if Canada feels sidelined in the U.S.-India relationship. Trump’s focus on transactional diplomacy, especially with economically or militarily strategic partners like India, may favor India’s position over Canada’s in this dispute.
11 November,2024 10:51 AM IST
In a big blow to Israel-Hamas ceasefire attempts, Qatar has backed down from its ceasefire mediation in Gaza. Qatar said that it will stall efforts to mediate a ceasefire until Israel & Hamas show "willingness and seriousness" to resume talks. However, there was no official response from Hamas or Israel to the statement given by the Qatar Foreign Ministry. The latest round of talks in mid-October failed to produce a deal, with Hamas rejecting a short-term ceasefire proposal. Israel on several occasions rejected ceasefire or temporary ceasefire proposals for a longer truce. Notably, the Gulf country has been working alongside the US, and Egypt for months on fruitless talks between the warring sides in Gaza. Notably, Qatar has hosted Hamas political leaders since 2012 as part of a deal with the US, and the group's presence there has facilitated the progress of talks. The country hosts the largest US airbase in the Middle East but also allows Hamas and Afghanistan's Taliban to operate offices in Doha. It is unclear how many Hamas officials live in Doha, but they include several possible replacements for killed Hamas Chief Sinwar. The group's previous leader Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Iran in July was also based in Doha and his body was flown to Qatar for burial.
10 November,2024 06:08 PM IST
Donald Trump’s victory in the US elections 2024 is set to fuel Luxury real estate in India. Founder of Tribeca Developers, Kalpesh Mehta, on Friday said that post-Donald Trump’s victory in the US 2024 elections, there will be six more Trump Towers built in India. Mehta, in a virtual interaction with ANI, said they will develop six more Trump Towers in India, one each in Mumbai, Pune, Gurugram, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Noida.
10 November,2024 12:16 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
