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On the other hand, China's imports also experienced growth in November, signaling a rebound in domestic consumption and investment activities. The increase in imports can be attributed to the rising demand for commodities such as crude oil, iron ore, and agricultural products, reflecting China's efforts to diversify its import sources and ensure a stable supply chain.Belagavi: The Karnataka Assembly is set to unveil oil portraits of India’s first President Dr Babu Rajendra Prasad, first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, first Education Minister Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, and former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on Monday. This initiative, spearheaded by Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader, is aimed at paying tribute to the country’s great leaders while enhancing the Assembly’s historic significance. Event Details: The unveiling ceremony will take place on December 16, 2024, at 10 a.m. in the Assembly Hall. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the event, with Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Speaker Rudrappa Lamani, Leader of the Opposition R. Ashoka, Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H.K. Patil, Belagavi District Minister Satish Jarkiholi, Women and Child Welfare Minister Lakshmi Hebbalkar, and other legislators expected to attend. Honouring Pioneers: The event will commemorate the contributions of these eminent leaders: Dr Babu Rajendra Prasad: India’s first President, who played a pivotal role as the Chairman of the Constituent Assembly, serving the nation with distinction for 12 years. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru: Known as the architect of modern India, Nehru introduced five-year plans, advanced scientific and technological development, and made significant contributions to the country’s educational infrastructure. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad: A staunch nationalist and India’s first Education Minister, Azad worked tirelessly to promote communal harmony and strengthen the foundation of Indian education. Indira Gandhi: India’s first female Prime Minister, Gandhi implemented land reforms, nationalised banks, led the country during the Bangladesh Liberation War, and introduced policies aimed at alleviating poverty. New Portraits for Existing Leaders: Alongside the new additions, updated oil portraits of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, Subhash Chandra Bose, and Swami Vivekananda will replace their older depictions. The decision to replace these addressed concerns regarding the visibility and quality of the existing portraits. This initiative by Speaker U.T. Khader has come up for appreciation from even the opposition members.
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Ifeoma Onumonu produced a moment that will live long in memories as Nigeria’s Super Falcons fell to a 2-1 defeat to France in a friendly match played at the Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers on Saturday night, Soccernet.ng reports . Ranked 10th on the FIFA women’s rankings, France’s Les Bleues were always going to be a difficult opponent on home soil against an understrength Super Falcons. The 2024 Nations League runners-up showed their might by scoring two quick-fire goals midway into the first half through Le Sommer and Amel Majri. Despite missing the talents of captain Rasheedat Ajibade and reigning African Footballer of the Year Asisat Oshoala, the Super Falcons were still a threat on the break. The nine-time African champions finally got their breakthrough moments before the referee blew for halftime courtesy of Onumonu. Nigeria countered after France failed to take advantage of the last corner-kick of the half, allowing Onumonu to race forward on a lung-bursting run from defence before smashing her finish past the goalkeeper. That goal was the first ever that Nigeria would score against France, sending Montpellier forward Onumonu into the record books. Both teams fought hard to add to the goals account in the second half but none could manage to get the better of the other as the Super Falcons matched the European giants on every part of the pitch. German referee Riem Hussein later stole the show in the closing stages by brandishing three yellow cards at Nigerian players, two of which were shown to veteran defender Osinachi Ohale. The resultant red card flashed at the 32-year-old centre-back was the first she will received in her 14 years of playing for Nigeria. In the end, the Super Falcons succumbed to a fourth straight loss to France but head coach Justin Madugu would be pleased with the determination and fight shown by the Falcons in Angers. Overall, in 2024, the Super Falcons played 10 games, won four, drew two and lost four matches. It’s a record the former African champion will be keen to improve on if they want to reclaim their WAFCON crown from South Africa next year.Romanians are casting ballots on Sunday in the first round of a presidential election that could pit a far-right nationalist against the incumbent leftist prime minister in the runoff. Thirteen candidates are vying for the presidency in the European Union and NATO member country, and the vote is expected to go to a second round on Dec. 8. Polls opened at 7.00 a.m. local time (0500GMT) and will close at 9.00 p.m. (1900GMT). Romanians abroad have been able to vote since Friday. By 8 p.m. local time (1800GMT), 9.2 million people — about 51% of eligible voters — had cast ballots, according to the Central Election Bureau. The final vote could see George Simion, the leader of the far-right Alliance for the Unity of Romanians, or AUR, face off against incumbent Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu, backed by Romania’s largest party, the Social Democratic Party or PSD. The presidential role carries a five-year term and has significant decision-making powers in areas such as national security, foreign policy, and judicial appointments. Romania will also hold parliamentary elections on Dec. 1 that will determine the country’s next government and prime minister. Simion, 38, is a vocal supporter of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and has long been a controversial figure. He campaigned for reunification with Moldova, which this year renewed a five-year ban on him from entering the country over security concerns, and he is banned for the same reason from entering neighbouring Ukraine. “I would like that in the next five to ten years, for Romanians to be really proud to be Romanians, to promote Romanian culture, Romanian products,” he told reporters on Wednesday in the capital, Bucharest. “As a Romanian president, I will promote Romanian interests. In most cases, Romanian interests coincide with partner interests.” Ecaterina Nawadia, a 20-year-old architecture student, said she voted for the first time in a national election on Sunday and hopes young people turn out in high numbers. “Since the (1989) revolution, we didn’t have a really good president,” she said. “I hope most of the people my age went to vote ... because the leading candidate is not the best option.” Cristian Andrei, a political consultant based in Bucharest, says Sunday’s vote will be “a tight race” in which the diaspora will likely play a key role in which candidates make it to the runoff. “We are at a point where Romania can easily divert or slip toward a populist regime because (voter) dissatisfaction is pretty large among a lot of people from all social strata,” he told The Associated Press. “And the temptation for any regime, any leader — will be to go on a populist road.” He added that Romania’s large budget deficit, high inflation, and an economic slowdown could push more mainstream candidates to shift toward populist stances amid widespread dissatisfaction. Ciolacu told the AP that if he is elected, one of his biggest goals is “to convince Romanians that it is worth staying at home or returning” to Romania, which has a massive diaspora spread throughout EU countries. “Romania has a huge chance to become a developed economy in the next 10 years, where honest work is fairly rewarded and people have the security of a better life,” he said. “But for this, we need balance and responsibility ... I am running for the Presidency of Romania because we need a change.” Other key candidates include Elena Lasconi of the Save Romania Union party, or USR former NATO deputy general secretary Mircea Geoana, who is running independently and Nicolae Ciuca, a former army general and head of the center-right National Liberal Party, which is currently in a tense coalition with the PSD. Geoana, a former foreign minister and ambassador to the United States, told the AP that he believes his international experience qualifies him above the other candidates. “I think I bring a lot of competence and experience and connections in this complicated world,” he said. Lasconi, a former journalist and the leader of the USR said she sees corruption as one of the biggest problems Romania faces and that she supports increased defence spending and continued aid to Ukraine. Romania has been a staunch ally of war-torn Ukraine since Russia launched a full-scale invasion in February 2022. But Simion of the AUR party said he opposes Romania — which has sent a Patriot missile system to Ukraine — contributing further military aid and that he hopes Trump can “stop the war.” In 2020, the AUR party went from relative obscurity to gaining 9% in a parliamentary vote, allowing it to enter parliament. Opponents have long accused Simion and AUR of being extremists, charges he denies. “We are sort of a Trumpist party in this new wave of patriotic political parties in Europe,” Simion said.In conclusion, the Chinese Table Tennis Team's dominance in the four major world championships is a testament to their unparalleled talent, dedication, and resilience. As they continue to lead the pack and set new records in the world of table tennis, the Chinese team serves as an inspiration to all aspiring players and a shining example of what can be achieved through hard work, determination, and a passion for excellence. China's table tennis team's success is a reflection of their relentless pursuit of perfection and their unwavering commitment to being the best in the world. 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