India and China have agreed to resume the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage in 2025 and to restart direct flights, aiming to normalize bilateral ties. This follows Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to Beijing, signaling potential future high-level engagements. Both nations aim to address economic concerns and promote people-to-people exchanges to enhance mutual trust and relations.
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The driver of Jaffar Express recounted the terror when BLA militants attacked the train, killing 21 civilians and 4 soldiers. The militants exploded a bomb under the engine, causing a derailment. The Pakistani military rescued 340 passengers after a two-day standoff, claiming 33 attackers were killed. The BLA disputed this, alleging they still hold hostages.
The Milwaukee Bucks are considering a trade involving Khris Middleton to acquire Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls. This move aims to bolster the team's scoring and address salary cap issues. The potential trade also sees Bobby Portis included, with the Bucks needing to move Pat Connaughton and likely offer future draft picks to complete the deal.
Indian Railways is looking to collaborate with online pharmacy platforms to enable home delivery of medicines from its hospitals. RailTel is set to invite bids for this service in January 2025, focusing on discounts on retail prices.
Following the tragic terrorist attack on tourists in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir observed a widespread shutdown as a powerful display of solidarity against the violence. Protests erupted across the valley, led by figures like Mehbooba Mufti, with Kashmiris expressing shame and condemning the act as a betrayal of their values.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that simply recovering tainted currency notes does not prove bribery without clear evidence of a demand for a bribe. Parminderjit Singh Sodhi was acquitted due to a lack of unequivocal proof that he solicited or accepted the bribe.
Anticipating Coldplay’s concert in Ahmedabad in January 2025, the District Child Protection Unit mandates that children must not be used in performances or allowed entry without ear protection. This notice follows concerns raised about potential harm from high sound levels. Previous similar actions include modifying Diljit Dosanjh's concert content to protect children.
During the match at MA Chidambaram Stadium, the Chepauk DJ playfully trolled Jitesh Sharma after his dismissal by playing a popular song. RCB's victory over CSK was marked by tight bowling performances, securing their first win at Chepauk since 2008 and topping the points table. This victory also marked RCB’s first win at Chepauk since 2008, breaking a 17-year drought at CSK’s fortress.
On the 75th anniversary of Sino-Indian diplomatic relations, Indian leaders PM Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu and their Chinese counterparts Xi Jinping and Li Qiang exchanged messages. Celebrations highlight progress since troop disengagement in Ladakh, with a focus on mutual respect and resuming practical cooperation.
Steve Kerr expressed concern for Jimmy Butler after he suffered a pelvis contusion during Wednesday's loss to the Rockets. Kerr stated that Thompson's contact with Butler was unintentional and a clean play. Jonathan Kuminga stepped up in Butler's absence, scoring 11 points, while maintaining a positive attitude despite recent bench time, and is ready to contribute.