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'Food we eat produced by farmers': Sonam Wangchuk meets fasting leader Dallewal
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk visited hunger-striking farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal at the Khanauri border protest site to show solidarity. Dallewal, 70, has been fasting since November 26 to demand a legal guarantee for MSP. The Supreme Court has given Punjab government until December 31 to persuade Dallewal to move to a hospital.
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All but two feared dead in South Korea plane crash with 181 on board
A Jeju Air flight carrying 181 passengers crashed at South Korea's Muan airport on Sunday due to a bird strike, killing 96 people. Emergency teams rescued two individuals and are determining the cause. The aircraft's landing gear malfunctioned, and the Boeing 737-800 was almost completely destroyed.
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Koneru Humpy is World rapid champion
Among other Indian women, Divya Deshmukh (seven points) finished 21st, Padmini Rout (6.5) was 26th, R. Vaishali (5.5) 52nd and Vantika Agrawal (five) 67th
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Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk meets fasting farmer leader Dallewal
Ladakhi environmentalist Wangchuk told media persons that his meeting was “mainly to bring good wishes and warm support on behalf of the people of Ladakh”
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Education sector in Karnataka marred by chaos
The 2024 academic year in Karnataka saw class 10 results dipping significantly, and the CET getting plagued by various irregularities, including a seat-blocking scam
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Pushpa 2 box office collection surpasses Rs 1500 crore
Pushpa 2: The Rule has crossed Rs 1,500 crore globally within 24 days of release, with strong box office figures across its language versions. The Hindi version alone nears Rs 750 crore. Director Sukumar and stars Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, and Fahadh Faasil are celebrated for their roles, while Allu expressed gratitude for the support at a press event.
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It is controversies galore for Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams in 2024
Be it alleged misuse of SriVani Trust funds, poor quality of prasadams or use of adulterated ghee, the temple trust board remains caught in the issues that question its reputation
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Trials against accused, including Sheikh Hasina, to be over in a year: ICT
Bangladesh International Crimes Tribunal chief prosecutor Mohammad Tajul Islam stated that trials against top commanders accused of crimes against humanity, including former PM Sheikh Hasina, would be completed within a year. He emphasized priority for Hasina and her subordinates due to their alleged roles in the July-August student-led uprising's killings, aiming for a swift trial process.
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TDP leaders pay tribute to Manmohan Singh, hail his visionary economic reforms
TDP State president Palla Srinivas Yadav highlighted Singh’s pivotal role in transforming India into one of the world’s largest economies
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Conduct of Telugu writers’ conference in Vijayawada a matter of pride: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister
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BJP leader requests Tealngana CM for R&R package to Baswapur reservoir evacuees
The rehabilitation and resettlement package for the evacuees of the reservoir was pending for over five years now
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HRF activists express grief over founding member Madhava Rao
Madhava Rao translated revolutionary literature and wrote many articles on regressive laws such as UAPA (Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act
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Single parent entitled to apply for minor child's passport, consent of spouse not must, says high court
Telangana High Court ruled a single parent with custody can obtain a child's passport without the other parent's consent. Justice Moushumi Bhattacharya set aside a contrary requirement, finding it unnecessary. The 1980 Passport Rules allow this if the custodial parent provides prescribed information. This applies even if parents are separated but not formally divorced.
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2 held from Delhi's Batla House over Sambhal violence
Two youths linked to the Nov 24 Sambhal violence were arrested by UP police in Delhi's Batla House. They had reportedly sought refuge in Jamia. Police are investigating connections between the violence and areas in Delhi, and have identified suspects from videos, arresting at least 50 individuals so far.
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Kondapalli toys, Venkatagiri saris see good demand in Stall-in-Mall
NABARD is organising an exhibition-cum-sale of imitation jewellery, garments, Kondapalli toys and other products made by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to encourage rural artisans
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Don't act as spokesperson of farm protesters: Supreme Court to Punjab
The Supreme Court has warned the Punjab government of constitutional consequences after it expressed helplessness in hospitalizing farmer representative Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike at Shambhu border. The protestors have created a fortress with tractors, preventing authorities from intervening, fearing collateral damage. The apex court insisted on immediate compliance with its orders.
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Bank staff, 3 others use idle IDs to siphon Rs 12 crore from 2 accounts, held
Karnataka police arrested an Axis Bank relationship manager and three others for embezzling over Rs 12 crore from Dreamplug Paytech Solutions Pvt Ltd via unauthorized access and manipulation of account details. The fraud spanned 14 days, with funds dispersed into multiple accounts across the country.
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Why will India’s foreign policy be a tightrope walk?: Explained
Why did Bangladesh events come as a shock to the government? What about relations with China, the U.S., countries in the neighbourhood and West Asia?
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Coal block allocation scam case against Manmohan Singh to abate
Former PM Manmohan Singh's attempts to clear his name in an alleged irregular coal block allocation case remained unfulfilled as the Supreme Court stayed the trial court's summoning order. The petition became infructuous following Singh's death.
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Seating arrangement at Manmohan's funeral brings political divide to the fore
The seating at the Nigambodh Ghat state funeral for Manmohan Singh was notably divided with government officials led by PM Modi on one side and Congress leaders on the other. This division highlighted the rising tension between Congress and BJP, amidst Congress's demand for a memorial site for Singh.
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