The Daily Guardian - December 09, 2024

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December 09, 2024

CONG DEMANDS HOUSE DEBATE ON INDIA-CHINA RELATIONS

Tacking the government over its statement in Parliament on India-China ties, the Congress on Sunday asked whether the Modi government has agreed to a \"new normal\" over the \"old normal\" prevailing prior to April 2020 and demanded that Parliament must be given an opportunity to debate the full gamut of the relationship between the two countries.

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73 complaints against vulgar ads on TV channels: Govt

Seventy-three complaints have been received against obscene and vulgar advertisements on private television channels by the regulatory bodies over the past three years, the government has told parliament.

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TMC names Ritabrata Banerjee as candidate for RS bypolls

The Trinamool Congress on Saturday named party leader Ritabrata Banerjee as its candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-elections.

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Sonia linked to organisation financed by George Soros Foundation

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday claimed that senior Congress leader and former party president Sonia Gandhi has links to an organisation financed by the George Soros Foundation.

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MICE market in India valued at Rs. 37,576 cr, says Tourism Minister

The Minister of Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said that MICE is considered by the ministry as the important segments of Tourism.

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Fresh snowfall blankets Kashmir, Gulmarg turns winter wonderland

The higher reaches of Kashmir, including the famed ski resort of Gulmarg, received a fresh spell of snowfall on Sunday, bringing cheer to tourists while intensifying cold wave conditions across the valley.

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Storm brewing as march by farmers stopped again

Shambhu Border, a focal point of farmers' agitation, on Sunday witnessed fresh confrontation when the police fired tear shells to stop protesting farmers when they attempted to cross multi-layered barricades to resume their 'Delhi Chalo' march.

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DAMASCUS FALLS, ASSAD FLEES

Lightning offensive by rebels

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Four of a family found with throat slit in Haryana village

Fifth member in critical condition; rivalry suspected

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Clamour grows to make Mamata I.N.D.I.A captain

The Trinamool Congress on Sunday raised the pitch on the demand to make its chief Mamata Banerjee the leader of the I.N.D.I.A bloc, with party MP Kirti Azad saying she is the \"most suitable\" for the job as she is the only leader who has repeatedly defeated the BJP.

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Cold wave across North India starting today: IMD

A western disturbance over central Pakistan and its surrounding areas is expected to bring light to isolated rainfall in Punjab, Haryana, and Delhi-NCR over the next two days, starting Sunday, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

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Aaditya calls SP Maha unit 'BJP's B team' after its exit from MVA

Following Samajwadi Party's pull out from the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance, citing several concerns, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray saying that the Samajwadi Party unit of Maharashtra behaves sometimes like the \"B team of BJP.\"

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DHAKAI SAREES BURNT TO PROTEST ATROCITIES ON HINDUS IN B'DESH

Condemning attacks on Hindus, protestors demand a boycott of Bangladeshi products and criticise the erasure of 1971 history

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Narwekar set to become Maha Assembly Speaker

BJP MLA Rahul Narwekar on Sunday filed his nomination for the Speaker's post in the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly.

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Shinde: Oppn should respect people's mandate

Amid allegations surrounding electronic voting machines (EVM), Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Sunday that the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) should welcome the clear mandate given by the people of the state.

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PM in Haryana today to launch Bima Sakhi Yojana

PM will also lay the foundation stone of the Main Campus of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University, Karnal

1 min

Anti-drone unit being set up for border security: Amit Shah

\"During Modi ji's tenure, robust infrastructure has been built in border areas, and modern fencing has been installed Amit Shah

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Pawar casts doubts on election process

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Chandra Pawar) chief Sharad Pawar on Sunday expressed concern over the recently concluded Maharashtra assembly elections, saying that \"people have doubt over the election process and voters are not feeling confident.\"

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GM of a PSU firm accepts Rs 10L bribe, held

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested the Group General Manager (GGM) of Bridge and Roof Co. (India) Limited, a PSU under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, along with a private company director and another individual, for allegedly accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe.

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Delhi AQI is 'very poor' again

After a brief relief of the last few days, Delhi's air quality deteriorated again on Sunday, with the AQI plunging into the 'very poor' category.

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BJP flays AAP for not implementing Ayushman Bharat scheme

On November 28, the Delhi High Court issued a notice to the Delhi government regarding the nonimplementation of the scheme, following a public interest litigation (PIL) filed by the seven BJP MPs from Delhi.

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Fire breaks out in two shops in Shahdara

A fire broke out in two shops in Delhi's Shahdara on Sunday.

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'LAW AND ORDER WORRISOME IN DELHI', KEJRIWAL SLAMS AMIT SHAH

Kejriwal urged Delhiites to demand better security from BJP leaders.

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In covert tactics, ISI deploys drug addicts for infiltration

Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) has reportedly devised a new infiltration strategy, deploying individuals under the influence of drugs or posing as mentally disturbed to smuggle messages and resources to terrorists lodged in Indian prisons.

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Maharashtra can become first trillion-dollar sub-economy: CM Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has lauded the state as the business magnet and powerhouse of the Indian economy.

1 min

Anil Kakani discusses Algorand's vision

Algorand, a leading Layer 1 blockchain platform, hosted its Annual Impact Summit in Hyderabad on December 7-8.

1 min

Draft rules for clinical thermometers open for public feedback

The Centre seeks public feedback by December 30 on draft rules for standardizing clinical thermometer accuracy and reliability.

1 min

India's IPO fundraising set for landmark year 2024: S&P

Fundraising via initial public offerings (IPO) in India is set for another landmark year this 2024, asserted S&P Global Market Intelligence in a report.

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IBC spurs Rs 10 lakh crore debt settlements

M Rajeshwar Rao, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Sunday highlighted the transformative journey of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) since 2016, emphasising its critical role in improving bank asset quality and facilitating substantial pre-admission settlements of underlying debts of over Rs 10 lakh crore.

1 min

RS 30 LAKH CRORE IN MoUs AHEAD OF RISING RAJASTHAN GLOBAL SUMMIT

The summit enables Rajasthan industries' global access while attracting international investors, said CM Bhajan Lal

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RBI introduces podcasts

In a latest move towards effective communication, Reserve Bank of India has decided to launch podcasts for wider dissemination of information that is of interest to the public.

1 min

CII suggests Centre stick to 4.9% fiscal deficit in Budget 2025

CII Director General Chandrajit Banerjee cautioned that overly aggressive Union Budget targets could negatively impact economic growth prospects.

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A KING WITHOUT THE KINGDOM NOW

Pawar seemed all reconciled to accept Sonia as his leader. However, on May 17, 1999 everyone in the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meet called to finalise candidates for Goa assembly polls was growing restless, dying to catch up with India's cricket World Cup opener in England.

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Unpacking Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak

The Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak 2024, or the Indian Air Traffic Management Bill, represents a significant step forward in modernizing India's air traffic management system.

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SONIA GANDHI, THE FOUNDER OF TELANGANA?

It was exactly 15 years ago on December 9th (today), which happens to be Sonia Gandhi's birthday, when an official announcement was made, 20 minutes before midnight, to announce the creation of a separate State of Telangana from the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh.

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HOW HISTORY TEXTBOOKS SHAPED INDIAN POLITICS

The politicization of history in India intertwines colonial legacies, nationalist narratives, textbook revisions, and oral traditions, shaping contemporary ideological debates.

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UPSC aspirants' death: Supreme Court seeks states or UTs response on Draft Model Rules for regulation of private coaching centres

The Supreme Court in the case Coaching Federation Of India Versus Government Of NCT Of Delhi And Ors observed wherein the suo motu case is filed of the tragic flooding incident at Old Rajinder Nagar, Delhi, in which 3 students lost their lives.

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SUPREME COURT CITES CAA WHILE GRANTING RELIEF TO PERSON WHO MIGRATED FROM EAST PAKISTAN IN 1969

The Supreme Court in the case Basudev Dutta Versus The State Of West Bengal And Ors observed and has allowed the citizenship claim of an individual who migrated from East Pakistan, now being Bangladesh to India in 1969.

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Punjab and Haryana High Court sets aside non-bailable warrant issued against news anchor Syed Sohail in POCSO case

The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case observed and has set aside the order of a trial court in Gurugram that cancelled the bail and issued a Non-Bailable Warrant, NBW of arrest against TV News Anchors and Journalist Mohammad Sohail, who are working with Republic Bharat in connection with a 2013 POCSO case for his non-appearance in court on one day.

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Wayanad landslides: Kerala High Court slams state government for failure to explain availability of funds in SDRF

The court in the case observed that an amount of Rs. 782.99 crore is available in the SDRF.

1 min

Kerala High Court enquires on incident involving 'VIP Darshan' of actor Dileep at Sabarimala: Should not everyone else have darshan?

The report of Special Commissioner Sabarimala, Dileep was in front of the sopanam throughout harivarasanam till the closing of the temple at the end of the day.

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Delhi High Court appoints sole arbitrator in gas supply dispute, invalidates previous arbitration clause in view of CORE judgement

The Delhi High Court in the case Indraprastha Gas Limited Versus M/S Chintamani Food And Snacks observed that an arbitration agreement which contemplated the appointment of the sole Arbitrator to be made out of a panel of three persons chosen by the petitioner was no longer valid in view of the judgment of the Supreme Court in Central Organisation for Railway Electrification Vs. ECI SPIC SMO MCML, JV A Joint Venture Company.

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SYRIANS ERUPT IN JOY AS ASSAD REGIME OVERTHROWN BY REBELS

Hours after fall of Syria's third-largest city Homs, Damascus taken over

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Israel forces in Syria buffer zone, 1st time since 1974

Following the fall of the Syrian Assad Regime, Israel has announced the deployment of forces to Israel's buffer zone with Syria.

1 min

China asks rebel forces to ensure safety of its nationals

A concerned China on Sunday asked the rebel forces, which took control of the Syrian capital, overthrowing President Bashar al-Assad, to ensure the safety of Chinese nationals and its institutions in the country.

1 min

Indian embassy in Syria in touch with Indian nationals for all help

Despite the ongoing crisis in Syria, which saw the fall of the over two-decade-long rule of President Bashar al-Assad after rebels took over, the Indian Embassy continues to remain operational in Damascus and is in touch with all Indian nationals, sources said on Sunday.

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We are facing a new page for Syria: Pro-govt newspaper

Organisations that had previously been close to the government of Bashar Assad attempted to distance themselves after its rapid fall.

1 min

Abu Mohammed al-Golani, the man who led insurgency

Syria is home to multiple ethnic and religious communities, often pitted against each other by Assad's state and years of war. Many of them fear the possibility Sunni Islamist extremists will take over.

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Assad left Syria after giving instructions on power transfer: Russia

Russia's Foreign Ministry claimed Sunday that Bashar Assad had left Syria after negotiations with rebel groups, and gave \"instructions\" to \"transfer power peacefully\".

1 min

Moscow is open to negotiations on certain terms: Kremlin

The Kremlin said on Sunday that Russia was open to talks on Ukraine after U.S. President-elect Donald Trump called for \"an immediate ceasefire and negotiations\".

1 min

Notre Dame Cathedral reopens after five years

World leaders gathered in the French capital on Saturday as the Notre Dame Cathedral reopened five years after a major fire brought the UNESCO World Heritage monument close to collapse, Al Jazeera reported.

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Pearl Harbor survivors, centenarians, return sailors' salute

Ira \"Ike\" Schab, a 104-year-old Pearl Harbor attack survivor, was so determined to stand and salute during a remembrance ceremony honoring those killed in the Japanese bombing that thrust the U.S. into World War II some 83 years ago that he spent six weeks in physical therapy to build the strength to do so.

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Wife held for Indian-origin man's kidnapping

The wife of a prominent South African Indian-origin businessman has been charged with allegedly masterminding his kidnap for a hefty ransom.

1 min

TRUMP CALLS FOR 'IMMEDIATE' CEASEFIRE IN UKRAINE

Trump threatens to pull the U.S. from NATO unless allies meet military spending targets.

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Iran, Israel relationship or absence of it source of concern: EAM

The relationship or absence of it between Israel and Iran has been a source of concern and some of India's diplomatic efforts are focused on that aspect, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday.

1 min

UN targets artifact trafficking, UNESCO launches virtual museum

Notably, it invited them to make trafficking in cultural property - including stealing from and looting of archaeological and other cultural sites - a serious crime.

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'IT BLEW MY MIND': CATHERINE ZETA-JONES RECALLS HER OSCAR WIN FOR 'CHICAGO'

At the Red Sea Film Festival, the Welsh actress talked about her dance and vocal training, which began when she was a child, including learning to tap dance at age four.

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'THE WHEEL OF TIME' MAKERS DROP FIRST LOOK TRAILER, REVEAL PREMIERE DATE

Prime Video has revealed the premiere date and first teaser trailer for the much-anticipated third season of its fantasy series 'The Wheel of Time'.

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VETERAN PRODUCER PAUL MASLANSKY NO MORE

Survivors include his partner Sally Emr, children, Sasha, Sabina and Samuel, and grandchildren Gigi and Ashton.

1 min

'All is well now': Subhash Ghai shares health update after hospitalisation

Renowned filmmaker Subhash Ghai has reassured fans about his health after being admitted to Mumbai's Lilavati Hospital due to health concerns.

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Sharmila Tagore birthday: Kareena calls her mother-in-law 'coolest gangsta'

Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan has shared a heartfelt and sweet tribute for her mother-in-law, National-award winning actor Sharmila Tagore who turned 80 on Sunday, calling her 'the coolest gangsta ever'.

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KATRINA KAIF, VICKY KAUSHAL'S FASHION CHEMISTRY TURNS HEADS AT AIRPORT

Bollywood's beloved couple, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, recently made a charming appearance at the airport, turning heads with their effortlessly chic and complementary fashion choices.

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DHARMENDRA CUTS CAKE, POSES WITH FANS ON HIS 89TH BIRTHDAY

Veteran actor Dharmendra is celebrating his 89th birthday today along with his sons and actors Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol.

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A year-end sale with free Maldives getaway

Country Holidays Travel India, a premier vacation planning service, has launched its much-anticipated Year-End Sale, offering travelers the opportunity to indulge in a complimentary 3-night, 4-day stay at one of the world's most sought-after destinations, the Maldives.

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Personalised travel assistance: Transforming challenges into memorable journeys

Traveling is an experience like no other. It allows us to unwind new horizons, immerse ourselves in unfamiliar cultures, and step away from the monotony of daily life.

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GOLDEN CHARIOT EXPRESS

The luxury train operates between the months of October and March when the weather in the south is salubrious.

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SAMASRAVA: A TIMELESS CELEBRATION OF CLASSICAL DANCE

On December 10, 2024, Stein Auditorium, India Habitat Centre, will resonate with the beauty of Indian classical dance at SAMASRAVA: An Ode to Classical Heritage.

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Delhi welcomes Hariharan Ji with love at his 50-year musical milestone concert

Music enthusiasts in Delhi were treated to a mesmerizing evening as Padma Shri awardee Hariharan Ji celebrated 50 years of his legendary musical journey with a special concert.

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'TO DA BONE': A FRENCH JUMPSTYLE DANCE PRODUCTION TOURS INDIA IN DECEMBER 2024

\"To Da Bone,\" an electrifying contemporary dance production that brings the unique Jumpstyle dance form to Indian audiences, will debut in New Delhi on December 6, 2024.

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Ganesa Natyalaya celebrates Golden Jubilee Annual Day

Ganesa Natyalaya, the premier Bharatanatyam institution, proudly announces its Golden Jubilee Annual Day, marking 50 years of excellence in dance.

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LE MERIDIEN HERALDS THE FESTIVE SEASON WITH A SUSTAINABLE CHRISTMAS TREE UNVEILING CEREMONY

Le Meridien New Delhi celebrated the onset of the festive season with its annual Christmas Tree Unveiling Ceremony on December 6, 2024, at Windsor Place, New Delhi.

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England secure series win after 323-run win over NZ

Scintillating centuries from Harry Brook and Joe Root and fiery spells from pacers Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse powered England to a massive 323-run win over New Zealand in the second Test of the three-Test series against New Zealand at Wellington on Sunday.

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India's marathon man Shivnath Singh's record still alive after 46 years

India's middle and long distance running was at its peak led by the runners from services and police.

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Cummins gives me great confidence: Travis Head

After Australia's 10-wicket victory over India in the Adelaide Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT), opener Travis Head hailed skipper Pat Cummins for giving him \"great confidence\".

1 min

U19 Asia Cup: India lose final to B'desh

The batters could not capitalise on the good job done by the bowlers as India suffered a massive 59-run defeat to Bangladesh in the low-scoring U19 Asia Cup title clash, here Sunday.

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AUSTRALIA CRUSH INDIA BY 10 WICKETS TO LEVEL SERIES

This was the shortest-ever Test between India and Australia in terms of balls bowled.

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Meenakshi creates history by fighting sea waves

17-kilometer swim, Meenakshi had to face many challenges like temperature, wind, jellyfish and water snakes. Her swim will inspire the athletes of the country to swim in open water.

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Root equals Dravid as 5th Test centurion

England batter Joe Root equalled Indian batting legend Rahul Dravid to become Test cricket's fifth-highest century getter on Sunday.

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Gukesh beats Liren in 11th game, takes lead in World Chess Championship

Indian Chess Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju, or Gukesh D, defeated China's Ding Liren, marking his second win in the World Chess Championship, reported the news agency PTI on Sunday, December 8.

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Failed to grab our opportunities: Rohit Sharma

\"Disappointing week for us, we did not play well enough to win the game and Australia played better than us.\"

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