November 26, 2024, marked the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, a tragedy that deeply impacted the nation. On this occasion, Maharashtra Governor Radhakrishnan paid floral tributes to the brave officers and martyrs at the Martyrs' Memorial, located at the Police Commissioner's Office. Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also paid his respects at the memorial. Additionally, Deputy Chief Ministers Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar joined in paying homage to the courageous individuals who lost their lives during the attack. The memorial serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the brave hearts who fought to protect Mumbai and its people during the tragic events of November 26, 2008.
26 November,2024 11:20 AM ISTThe Middle East continues to be caught in the ongoing Israel vs. Triple-H conflict, with Gaza enduring the consequences of the violence sparked by the October 7, 2023, attacks. On November 23, 2024, an Israeli airstrike targeted a mosque in the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza, causing widespread panic. The explosion sent local residents fleeing the area, fearing further attacks. According to Gaza’s Health Ministry, only a few injuries were reported in the aftermath, though the mosque and its surrounding areas sustained significant damage. The assault highlights the continued suffering of Gaza’s residents amid the broader regional conflict, leaving the area trapped in the devastating consequences of the ongoing violence.
25 November,2024 11:00 AM ISTIn an encounter with the security forces, 10 Naxals were killed in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma. The encounter broke out between the DRG and Naxals. Chhattisgarh Deputy CM Vijay Sharma briefed about the encounter and said that 10 naxal bodies have been recovered. Earlier in the day, IG Sundarraj said that the exchange of fire had been underway since morning and a search operation was underway. Security forces were seen celebrating the major victory with a dance following the encounter.
22 November,2024 06:04 PM ISTAmid the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war, International Criminal Court’s decision has sent shockwaves. In a major blow to Netanyahu, the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant against him on November 21, 2024. Notably, Israel’s ex defence chief, as well as a Hamas leader, Ibrahim Al-Masri, were included in the warrant for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. The decision was met with an outrage in Israel, where Benjamin Netanyahu’s supporters expressed their disappointment on ICC warrant. Netanyahu's office said the ICC decision was "anti-semitic" and he will "not yield to pressure, will not be deterred" until Israel's war objectives are met. The EU's foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, said the decision was not a political one but made by a court and thus should be respected and implemented. Notably, Israel's 13-month campaign in Gaza has killed about 44,000 Palestinians and displaced nearly all the enclave's population, Gaza officials say.
22 November,2024 12:34 PM ISTIn another terror attack within Pakistan, 36 people lost their lives and 29 were left wounded in northwestern Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in a tribal area, claiming lives of several people, in which the death toll is likely to rise. Officials have confirmed that the gunmen targeted passenger vans travelling from Parachinar in Kurram in a convoy. Notably, no terror groups have claimed the responsibility of the major attack, that leaves the officials in despair. A recent surge has been observed in the violent and terror attacks in the Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region of Pakistan. Earlier on November 19, 12 Pakistan soldiers were killed in a suicide bombing incident by Islamist militants. The attack occurred in the northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province when militants rammed an explosives-laden vehicle on a wall of a military outpost. Notably, the province, which borders Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, is critical to Chinese Belt and Road projects and has recently seen a spike in attacks.
22 November,2024 11:29 AM ISTBJP spokesperson Sambit Patra addressed the allegations against Gautam Adani and his company in the US during a press conference in Delhi. He explained that the company is involved in a legal case in the US, which includes both allegations and counter-allegations. Patra stated that the company will defend itself and issue a statement regarding the matter. He emphasized that the company will handle the situation on its own, and the law will take its course. Patra also mentioned that the issue has been widely covered in the media, but the company will provide its own response to the allegations.
21 November,2024 05:23 PM ISTRahul Gandhi has called for the arrest of Gautam Adani after he was charged in the US over an alleged bribery scheme. Speaking at a press conference, the leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha said that it is clear from the US investigation that Adani has violated both Indian and American laws. Gandhi questioned why Adani, despite being indicted in the US, is still free in India. He pointed out that while many Chief Ministers have been arrested for corruption, Adani, who is accused of a Rs 2000 crore scam and more, remains untouched. Gandhi claimed this proves Prime Minister Modi is protecting Adani and is involved in corruption with him.
21 November,2024 03:28 PM ISTIsrael's military has killed Hezbollah's Media Chief, Mohammad Afif, after a strike in Beirut on November 17. Afif, who had close ties with Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and managed the group's Al-Manar TV station, was a key target for the IDF due to his role in Hezbollah's media operations. His death follows increased tensions, with Hezbollah launching nearly 200 rockets at Israeli border areas on November 11, in retaliation for Israel's actions during the ongoing conflict that began with Hamas' attack on October 7. Israel's military has stepped up its operations against Hezbollah, and Naim Qassem, a senior Hezbollah leader, may be the next target. The group has strongholds in southern Beirut, a key area for Hezbollah's influence.
19 November,2024 12:15 PM ISTAs Sushmita Sen celebrates her 49th birthday, we revisit her Sit With Hitlist episode, where she shared insightful and emotional memories of her journey. The former Miss Universe opened up about the challenges she faced. She revealed how her decision to enter the Miss Universe pageant initially disappointed her father. The 'Aarya' actress also spoke about her initial reluctance to pursue acting. She admitted that it was Mahesh Bhatt who played a pivotal role in launching her Bollywood career. Bhatt, who was adamant about casting her in his film, wouldn’t take “no” for an answer. Eventually, she gave in, and the rest, as she says, is history. A true trailblazer, Sushmita Sen continues to inspire with her grace, talent, and unapologetic individuality.
18 November,2024 06:08 PM ISTThe war in the Middle East has been ongoing for over a year, with the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) making significant strides against Hezbollah. Reports indicate that Hezbollah’s media chief, Mohammad Afif, was killed in an Israeli airstrike on a building in Beirut, though Hezbollah has not confirmed this. Afif, a close associate of Hezbollah's former leader Nasrallah, managed the group's Al-Manar TV before heading its media relations. The IDF has intensified its operations after Hezbollah launched nearly 200 rockets into Israel on November 11, 2023, in retaliation for the Hamas attack on October 7. With many top Hezbollah commanders eliminated, the group’s leadership, now under Naim Qassem, is facing increased pressure, and he may be the next target for Israeli forces.
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