Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad denied fleeing Syria as part of a pre-arranged plan. In a Facebook statement, Assad claimed he left Damascus on December 8th after rebels seized the capital, initially relocating to a Russian base. He insisted on continuing the fight but was evacuated to Russia following drone attacks on the base.
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The BJP has intensified its attack on Congress after Donald Trump claimed that India's 2024 elections were influenced by external forces. PM Modi's previous warnings about foreign interference and the need to avoid a weak government were highlighted. Trump also criticized the U.S. allocation of $21 million for voter turnout efforts in India, questioning its purpose and potential implications.
Captain Karamjit Singh Bakshi and Naik Mukesh were killed in an IED attack near the LoC in Jammu's Akhnoor sector, marking the first security fatalities in the region this year. The attack occurred amid increased hostilities along the LoC, prompting heightened security measures and a review of hostile activities by military officials.
Patna police used water cannons and mild-lathi charge to disperse BPSC aspirants protesting for a re-exam of the 70th BPSC prelims at Gandhi Maidan. Despite police urging to vacate, students continued their protest, supported by Prashant Kishore of Jan Suraj, who criticized the Bihar administration for inhibiting their right to public demonstration.
KL Rahul, in top form, aims for a Boxing Day Test century hat-trick as India and Australia lock horns at the MCG for the pivotal third Test. With the series tied 1-1, Rahul's consistency against the new ball makes him a key player. The Boxing Day Test, set to begin on December 26.
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A 16-year-old schoolgirl in Bareilly was denied a sanitary pad by her principal during an exam. Despite waiting over an hour, she was sent home bleeding. Her family has filed complaints demanding action. The DIOS is investigating the matter and ensuring availability of sanitary pads in schools. Awareness campaigns run by social organizations emphasize the need for menstrual hygiene.
A speeding Mercedes with a Chandigarh registration number killed four people and critically injured two others near Sai Baba Temple on Rajpur Road in Dehradun. The driver fled the scene. Authorities are working to identify the driver and have linked 11-12 vehicles to the case.