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Bilkis Bano said after the Supreme Court on Monday quashed the remission granted to 11 men convicted of raping her and murdering seven members of her family during the 2002 riots in Gujarat. While quashing the Gujarat government's decision to grant remission, the apex court also said the state government's order was «stereotyped» and passed without application of mind. In a statement issued through her lawyer Shobha Gupta, Bano thanked the top court for the verdict and said «today is truly the New Year for me».

The Gaza war has long posed the risk of escalating into a broader crisis for the global economy, and recent developments in the Red Sea are proving this concern to be valid. Yemen's Houthi militants have been attacking commercial ships, purportedly in solidarity with Palestine, potentially jeopardizing global supply chains and driving up commodity prices, especially for fuel. It goes without saying that India is vulnerable to these cascading impacts.

₹41.65 on BSE. Nishant Pitti took to social media X to express his support for India, saying, “In solidarity with our nation, @EaseMyTrip has suspended all Maldives flight bookings." Pitti praised Lakshadweep's beaches and waterways, drawing comparisons to the Maldives and Seychelles, and promised exclusive deals to draw attention to the area. EaseMyTrip, an online provider of travel solutions, started the #ChaloLakshadweep campaign to visit Lakshadweep.

"special strategic and global partner, and is ready to extend all possible assistance at this hour," sources said. In the letter, PM Modi conveyed to his Japanese counterpart that he is "deeply anguished and concerned" over the earthquake and expressed "deepest condolence" to the families of those killed in the quake, the sources said. "I am deeply anguished and concerned to learn about the major earthquake that struck Japan on January 1," Modi reportedly said.

India on Thursday said it is shocked and saddened over the «terrible» bombings in Iran's Kerman city, and expressed solidarity with the government and the people of Iran. «We are shocked and saddened by the terrible bombings in Kerman city of Iran.

Kerman city, and expressed solidarity with the government and people of the Gulf nation. At least 95 people were killed and many others injured on Wednesday in two bomb explosions near the cemetery of slain Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, who was killed in a drone strike in 2020.

Manipur’s Thoubal district on Monday. Curfew was reimposed in the three districts of the state. A senior police officer who does not want to be named said that gunmen arrived in camouflage dress in the Lilong Chingjao area.

Paula Abdul, renowned Grammy-winning entertainer and former judge on hit television shows like “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance,” has taken legal action against Nigel Lythgoe, the executive producer of these popular programs. Allegations of sexual assault, harassment, gender violence, and negligence form the basis of a lawsuit filed recently in Los Angeles County Superior Court, as reported by CNN. The lawsuit, made public on Saturday, delineates two distinct incidents involving Abdul, occurring in the early 2000s and in 2015, respectively. The complaint details the events, where Abdul accuses Lythgoe of forceful physical advances.

US helicopters sank three Houthi boats in the Red Sea, the White House issued a statement saying that it is not seeking a 'wider conflict' in the Middle East, CNN reported. Notably, the US helicopters sinking the Houthi boats and killing its crew, marked the first instance when the US killed members of the Iranian-backed rebel group which has been targeting commercial and merchant vessels in the Red Sea since tensions broke out. The US has avoided directly striking the group inside Yemen as it seeks to avoid escalating the crisis further. But a National Security Council spokesman said on Sunday that the US would continue acting in 'self-defense'. «We don't seek a conflict wider in the region and we're not looking for a conflict with the Houthis.

Shikhar Dhawan’s emotional post on his son Zoravar’s ninth birthday left the Internet teary-eyed. In the post, the captain of the IPL franchise Punjab Kings mourned how he was not able to meet his son for over a year. Moved by the heartbreaking post, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar took to Instagram Stories on Thursday and penned a post to show solidarity with the cricketer. In the post, the ‘OMG 2’ star urged Dhawan to have faith as several people were praying that he be united with his son. He also admitted that as a father, he is aware of how painful and frustrating it can be for a parent to be separated from their child. “Really moved to see this post. As a father, I know that nothing is more painful than not being able to see or meet your child. Hausla rakh Shikhar (Have faith)…millions of us are praying for you to meet your son soon. God bless,” wrote Bollywood’s ‘Khiladi’.

The European Commission recently approved regulations making it tougher for unintended immigrants to settle down in the European Union. Collectively known as the new EU Pact on Migration, the rules are aimed at restricting the number of new immigrants into the EU, even as member states recognize the need for new workers given the number of ageing individuals. The net result, perversely, might well be an increase in the legal flow of skilled immigrants, such as medical or information technology professionals.

Red Sea Crisis: US Military forces on December 27 announced that they had shot down over 12 drone missiles launched by Yemen-based Houthi rebels at shipping in the Red Sea, according to Pentagon. "There was no damage to ships in the area or reported injuries," the Pentagon's Central Command said in a social media post, describing a barrage of 12 drones, three anti-ship ballistic missiles and two land-attack missiles over a period of 10 hours.

missiles, which it claimed were launched by the Iran-backed Houthis. There was no damage to ships in the area or injuries reported, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said. «U.S. assets, to include the USS LABOON (DDG 58) and F/A-18 Super Hornets from the Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group, shot down twelve one-way attack drones, three anti-ship ballistic missiles, and two land attack cruise missiles in the Southern Red Sea that were fired by the Houthis over a 10 hour period which began at approximately 6:30 a.m.

Manipur governor Anusuiya Uikey on Tuesday said the government is working to restore peace in the state, which has been in the grip of ethnic violence since early May. Uikey, who was speaking at the launch of the Livelihood Development Programme for Internally Displaced Persons, said the crisis can be cordially resolved with the contribution and support of all stakeholders. Ethnic violence erupted in Manipur on May 3, following a tribal solidarity rally that turned violent in Churachandpur district, leading to retaliatory violence between Chin-Kuki-Zo and the Meitei communities across the state. The governor said the state government is trying to compensate families that have lost their homes and belongings in the violence. Uikey said the state needs to consider how people from different communities have helped each other during this time of crisis. The governor said Maolkeki Foundation is working to provide children with education material, nutrition supplements and clothing.

INS Imphal’ in Mumbai on Tuesday, Singh said, "India's growing economic and strategic power has filled some forces with jealousy and hatred." ALSO READ: MV Sai Baba with Indian crew, among other ships attacked by Houthi drone in Red Sea. Here's what we know so far He added that India has intensified patrolling of seas after recent attacks on merchant navy ships. "The Indian Navy has increased surveillance of the sea.

police department didn't reveal the identity of the deceased yet and more details are awaited about the condition of injured workers in the hospital. “We received information at around 8.30 am that the wall of a brick kiln had collapsed in Lahboli village under Manglaur police station. At least six people have been confirmed dead, while several others have sustained injuries.

MV Chem Pluto, off the coast of India in Arabian Sea, Iran's foreign ministry rejected "worthless" Washington's accusations. "We declare these claims as completely rejected and worthless," said foreign ministry spokesman Nasser Kanani when asked about the US accusations.

Jerusalem, a town that is seeing the atrocities of Israel's aerial bombing campaign and ground attacks in the Gaza Strip. Bethlehem fell silent on Monday, with no Christmas tree, no caroling, as the ongoing attack by Israel in West Bank left hotels, restaurants and souvenir shops deserted. Bethlehem, considered the birthplace of Jesus, is now in the middle of a war zone.

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Manipur, the state government has opened up the highways from the valley region to the hill region deploying additional security forces on the highway, however the Kuki-Zo civil society groups have opposed the move. The Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF), however, has decided to seal the entire Churachandpur district which would block the state government from posting more forces and opening the routes, citing concerns over possible disruption during the Christmas season. The Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU) had been imposing economic blockades along the national highway which passes through Kangpokpi on and off. Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum (ITLF) and the Committee on Tribal Unity (COTU) jointly announce closure of the road linking Churachandpur and Kanggui from 23rd December to 5th January, 2024 as a security measure. The bodies stated, “As we have received intelligence input about an imminent threat from the Meitei, the public is advised to avoid traveling on the said road during this period. The Manipur government has announced that it will resume operations on Imphal- Kangpokpi-Mao (Imphal-Mao highway) and Imphal-Bishnupur-Churachandpur (Tiddim highway) with the deployment of additional security forces from Saturday. A notice issued by chief secretary, Government of Manipur, Vineet Joshi stated that the move was taken for convenience of the people of the state who are reeling under the prevailing conflict.

BETHLEHEM, Occupied West Bank (Reuters) — Palestinian Christians held a sombre Christmas vigil in Bethlehem on Saturday, with candle-lit hymns and prayers for peace in Gaza instead of the usual festive celebrations at the spot where they believe Jesus Christ was born.