Baptist Church of Mizoram (BCM) has urged married church members to have more children to counter falling birth rates and the influx of illegal immigrants, particularly Buddhist Chakmas from Bangladesh. The call to action highlights concerns that a declining population could adversely impact Mizo society, the state, and the church.
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The Central Vigilance Commission has initiated an investigation into the renovation of Arvind Kejriwal's former official residence, following a report by the CPWD. Meanwhile, a dispute has arisen over the renaming of the Delhi chief minister's official social media handle on X, with allegations of AAP's misuse and BJP's intervention demands.
Punjab govt has urged Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's intervention in resolving the farmers' protest at the Punjab-Haryana border. In a letter, Punjab's agriculture minister highlighted the ongoing hunger strike by farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and sought actions aligned with the Supreme Court's directions.
In Bharuch district, Gujarat, portions of six houses in Kareli village were demolished by the family of a married woman after she eloped with a divorced man from the village. The woman's family took this action when the man's family could not produce him. Police arrested six people, including the bulldozer driver.
A 22-year-old bull tamer died and many were injured at a jallikattu event in Madurai's Avaniyapuram during Pongal celebrations. The deceased, Naveen Kumar, was gored by a bull. His family demanded compensation and a government job for a member. At Palamedu, 51 injuries were reported among bull tamers, owners, and spectators. CM M K Stalin announced compensation for Kumar’s family.
Pranshu Chauhan initially drove the car but later switched seats with Rakshit Chaurasiya, who took over the driver's seat. They left from a friend's residence, with Chaurasiya ultimately driving the car that caused an accident in Karelibaug, killing a woman and injuring seven others. CCTV footage helped reveal these details.
Several states in India have declared winter vacations for schools, providing students a break during the cold season. Delhi schools will observe holidays from January 1-15, 2025, while Uttar Pradesh is expected to close from December 25 to January 5, 2025. Punjab has announced a winter break from December 24-31, 2024, and other states like Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Bihar have also set varying vacation schedules. These holidays offer students a welcome respite during winter.
Kerala’s once idyllic beaches, such as Shankumugham, are now facing severe erosion due to rising sea levels and sand mining, threatening the homes and livelihoods of over 9.3 million coastal residents. Significant beach areas have vanished, and tourism-dependent businesses are struggling, necessitating urgent governmental intervention and an aggressive coastal management plan.
The anointment of film actress Mamta Kulkarni as Mahamandeleshwar by Kinnar Akhara has caused internal disputes. Rishi Ajaydas, claiming to be the founder, removed Lakshmi Narayan Tripathi from her post for procedural violations. Tripathi dismissed the claims, stating Ajaydas is not a member and legal action will be taken.
Prosecutors in Rome are investigating Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and two ministers over the deportation of Libyan warlord Ossama Anjiem, wanted by the International Criminal Court. Anjiem, arrested in Turin, was freed on procedural grounds and returned to Libya, drawing criticism for allegedly undermining justice and prioritizing political interests with Libya.