Following President Bashar al-Assad's ouster and the rebel takeover of Damascus, Syria's constitution and parliament will be suspended for three months. A new "Salvation Government" has appointed Mohammed al-Bashir as interim prime minister. A committee will review and amend the constitution during this transition, with a focus on upholding the rule of law and existing freedoms.
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RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav declared that his son Tejashwi would form the government in Bihar, pledging to implement women's welfare schemes. Opposition leaders criticized the statement, with JD(U) and BJP dismissing it as unrealistic and referencing Lalu's tarnished political legacy. Deputy CM Vijay Kumar Sinha asserted Lalu himself was the biggest obstacle to Tejashwi's political success.
India skipper Smriti Mandhana scored a record-breaking century in the third Women's ODI against Ireland on Wednesday. She achieved her hundred in 70 balls, setting a new record for the fastest century by an Indian woman in ODIs. Mandhana's knock helped India dominate the game and secure a commanding position in the series.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a monthly payment of Rs 1,000 for registered women in Delhi. This amount will increase to Rs 2,100 after the upcoming elections. Kejriwal cited a previous announcement delayed due to his imprisonment, emphasizing the importance of supporting women and their role in families and society.
In a tragic incident near Nairobi National Park, a 14-year-old girl was killed by a lion, prompting a search operation by the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). Rangers discovered the girl's body near the Mbagathi River, and a trap has been set for the lion. Separately, a 54-year-old man was killed by an elephant in Nyeri County.
Seven rocket launchers were found near a school on Rajpura Road in Patiala. Police indicated that the launchers were inoperative, likely dumped by a scrap dealer, and posed no explosive threat. The investigation is ongoing with assistance from the Indian army to trace the source.
Union home minister Amit Shah visited Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh, taking a holy bath at the Triveni Sangam. The event, showcasing Sanatan culture and unity, has attracted over 110 million pilgrims since January 13 and is expected to draw 45 crore visitors by its end on February 26.
Virat Kohli's return to domestic cricket drew over 15,000 fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for Delhi's Ranji Trophy match against Railways. An eager fan breached security to touch Kohli's feet, reflecting his immense popularity. Despite the excitement, Delhi's bowlers reduced Railways to 66/5, with Siddhant Sharma, Money Grewal, and Navdeep Saini taking key wickets.
The DGCA has instructed airlines to inform passengers about their entitlements following multiple complaints of mismanagement. Recent incidents involving David Warner and Harsha Bhogle highlighted significant service issues, prompting the DGCA to mandate clear communication via SMS, WhatsApp, and prominently displayed information on tickets and websites.
Shahzadi Khan, 33, from UP, was executed in Abu Dhabi after being convicted of murdering a child she was caring for. She had traveled for plastic surgery but ended up as a domestic worker. Her family claims she was deceived and demand an investigation. They seek a dignified burial and justice for Shahzadi.
The Indian cricket team has been intensively training at the ICC Academy in Dubai ahead of their matches against Bangladesh and Pakistan. Key players like Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Hardik Pandya showcased impressive performances, while bowlers like Mohammed Shami practiced extensively. The mood remained positive and upbeat, with both fun activities and serious preparations underway.