The Indian government has referred the "One Nation, One Election" bills to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for review. The 31-member committee includes members from various parties. Introduced by Law Minister Arjun Meghwal, the bills aim to synchronize Lok Sabha and Assembly elections but faced opposition and failed to secure the required majority.
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Israel's Cabinet has approved a ceasefire for Gaza, leading to the release of hostages and a pause in the 15-month conflict with Hamas. The agreement, effective Sunday, involves the release of Palestinian prisoners and increased humanitarian aid to Gaza. Although forces will withdraw, warnings against threats remain. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties on both sides since it began in October 2023.
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