The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suspended VV Vijeesh after he sought a ban on the film 'L2: Empuraan' citing scenes alluding to the 2002 Gujarat riots. The Kerala high court refused interim relief on his plea, noting the film's clearance by the Central Board of Film Certification.
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Thailand issued a special stamp based on 18th-century Ramayan mural paintings during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. Highlighting cultural ties, PM Modi was also gifted the World Tipitaka in Pali by the Thai PM. He witnessed a Thai Ramayana performance, underscoring shared cultural heritage. Modi's foreign visits often showcase India's rich traditions, reflecting deep historical and cultural connections.
The Delhi high court will hear bail pleas on January 7 for student activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and others accused in the UAPA case related to the February 2020 riots. The violence, during protests against the CAA and NRC, resulted in 53 deaths and over 700 injuries.
The Jaipur LPG tanker crash investigation found faults with NHAI, the tanker's owner and consigner, and the deceased truck driver. Key issues included inadequate road design, non-functional traffic signals, and non-compliance with safety standards. Authorities were urged to address these issues to prevent future accidents.
Isro has successfully undocked two satellites after their first docking as part of the SpaDex mission, laying the groundwork for multiple future docking attempts. This critical advancement will help Isro conduct repeated and reliable docking operations, crucial for missions like Chandrayaan-4.
Delhi Police have dismantled the 'Dollar Gang,' arresting four illegal immigrants from Bangladesh involved in multiple fraud cases. The gang targeted victims with fake currency schemes. Authorities recovered fake identification documents, counterfeit currency, and mobile phones. The crackdown has resolved at least four cheating cases, and further investigation is ongoing.
During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 2023 state visit to the White House, New Delhi gifted US First Lady Jill Biden a $20,000 lab diamond, the most expensive present. Modi also gave President Biden a carved sandalwood box, statue, oil lamp, and a book. Gifts totaling around $35,000 were presented to various US officials.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announced a crackdown on gangsters, smugglers, and criminals, emphasizing zero tolerance for drugs. He highlighted the efforts to dismantle drug supply chains and praised the police's role in maintaining peace. Mann also announced the recruitment of 10,000 new police personnel and the reduction in road accident casualties by 48.10% due to a new road safety force.
Police in New Delhi arrested Zoya, wife of jailed gangster Hashim Baba, for drug trafficking in the Welcome area. She was caught with 225 grams of heroin during a police trap. Baba, imprisoned since last year for a gym owner's murder, had earlier implicated gangster Lawrence Bishnoi in the crime. The two developed ties in Tihar Jail in 2021 and remained in contact despite being moved to different jails, allegedly using illicit communication channels to continue criminal activities.
Police have arrested a man and five of his relatives in connection with the abduction, rape, murder, and forced conversion of an 18-year-old woman from Uttarakhand. The main suspect, Md Asif, was apprehended after an encounter in Lakhimpur Kheri and sustained a gunshot wound. Further investigation is underway.
The framing of charges in the SSC cash-for-jobs case in West Bengal was postponed as accused Sujay Krishna Bhadra fell ill and was hospitalized. Accused individuals, including ex-minister Partha Chatterjee, face money laundering charges. The proceedings will resume on January 2 once all accused are present.