Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli airstrike on 27 September 2023, confirmed by senior Hezbollah official Wafiq Safa. His death marked a major escalation in the conflict, leading to a ceasefire on 27 November 2023, but tensions remain high.
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Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal stated that India's economic growth can be significantly boosted by a combination of consumption-led and investment-led growth. Highlighting efforts to enhance exports and manufacturing, Goyal also mentioned upcoming policies for the toy and footwear industries and emphasized India's demographic advantage over the next three decades.
India's National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted a record low of 29 exams in 2024, a significant drop from 66 in 2023. This decline follows a year plagued by paper leaks, postponements, and administrative issues, impacting 85.78 lakh registered students. The NTA, responsible for major exams like NEET, JEE, and CUET, faced criticism and leadership changes.
Union minister Hardeep Puri criticised Congress for creating controversies around the last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh, accusing them of disrespecting his memory and ethos. BJP members, including Manjinder Singh Sirsa, participated in the ceremonies, while Congress members were absent. Full state and military honours were accorded to Singh.
The Sindh High Court has issued notices to several authorities following a petition by Chinese citizens alleging police harassment, extortion, and movement restrictions in Sindh province. The petitioners claim that their legal investments and residence in Pakistan are being compromised due to unjustified detentions, bribes, and unprofessional conduct by police officials.
Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs had an average season but made the playoffs. His girlfriend, Taylor Swift, significantly boosted Canada's tourism and hospitality sector with her Eras Tour, which generated $2.2 billion. After the tour, Taylor is taking a break, spending time with Travis in New York while he prepares for the playoffs.
The Indian ministry of external affairs has expressed deep concern over the security breach involving EAM S Jaishankar's convoy in London, stressing the need for the UK to take action against those responsible. The UK Foreign Office condemned the incident, underscoring a commitment to diplomatic security.
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Maoists in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region abducted three tribal villagers from Hallur in Bijapur, killed one suspecting him as a police informer, and freed the other two after thrashing them. This incident followed an operation where security forces killed 12 Maoists. Additionally, two BSF personnel were injured in a blast in Narayanpur.