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Sarabjot Singh and Manu Bhaker Shine with Arjuna Award and Olympic Bronze
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Indian shooter Sarabjot Singh, a Paris Olympics bronze medalist, expressed his joy at being selected for the Arjuna Award, which he believes will motivate him to perform better. Sarabjot and Manu Bhaker won a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, India's first shooting team medal. Other athletes, including Manu Bhaker, Gukesh Dommaraju, and Harmanpreet Singh, received the Khel Ratna Award. The awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu on January 17, 2025.
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Sarabjot Singh and Manu Bhaker Shine with Arjuna Award and Olympic Bronze
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Mauritius Minister Govindranath Gunness arrives in India to visit Ram temple in Ayodhya
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Mauritius Minister Govindranath Gunness visited the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, India, marking his first trip to the revered site. He expressed joy and reverence for the experience. The Ram Temple is significant for Hindus worldwide, with over 200,000 devotees visiting on January 1, 2025. Thousands gathered for the last aarti of the year on December 31, marking a spiritual start to the New Year. The temple saw an influx of pilgrims, with people gathering in temples and churches across the country.
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Mauritius Minister Govindranath Gunness arrives in India to visit Ram temple in Ayodhya
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Sports
Feeling very motivated after Arjuna Award honour: Saweety Boora
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Boxer Saweety Boora has been awarded the Arjuna Award, a significant achievement in her career, motivating her to win more medals for India. Her husband, Deepak Niwas Hooda, a Kabaddi player and Arjuna awardee, expressed pride and gratitude, thanking Prime Minister Modi and his sports policies. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced the National Sports Awards 2024, with Khel Ratna recipients including Manu Bhaker, Gukesh Dommaraju, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar.
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Feeling very motivated after Arjuna Award honour: Saweety Boora
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Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel arrives in India for first official visit
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Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel is on a three-day official visit to India, his first in this role. He will meet with Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar to discuss the 'Comprehensive Economic & Maritime Security Partnership' between the two nations. This partnership aims to address challenges in the Indian Ocean Region, including piracy and terrorism. President Muizzu recently signed a condolence book for former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, highlighting Singh's impact on India-Maldives relations.
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Maldives Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel arrives in India for first official visit
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Patna: Jan Suraj chief Prashant Kishor starts hunger strike amid BPSC row
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Prashant Kishore, leader of Jan Suraj, has begun an indefinite hunger strike in Patna, Bihar, demanding the cancellation of the BPSC exam due to an alleged paper leak. He criticized Chief Minister Nitish Kumar for not addressing students' concerns. Protests have been met with police force, leading to an FIR against Kishore and others. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav supports the students' call for a re-examination. Bihar Education Minister Sunil Kumar stated that the BPSC will investigate the complaints.
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Patna: Jan Suraj chief Prashant Kishor starts hunger strike amid BPSC row
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22 arrested for selling banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad
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Hyderabad City Police arrested 22 people for selling banned Chinese manja, a dangerous kite string, after a man was injured by it. The police conducted a special drive, seizing 1094 bobbins of the synthetic string and registering 18 cases. They warned shop owners against selling the manja and advised locals on kite flying safety. The injured man, Krishna Rao, is recovering in the hospital, and no complaint has been filed. The police emphasize the importance of using safe materials to protect lives.
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22 arrested for selling banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad
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India, Bangladesh to repatriate 185 fishermen in mutual release operation on Jan 5
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India and Bangladesh will exchange 95 Indian and 90 Bangladeshi fishermen on January 5, facilitated by their coast guards. This operation addresses humanitarian and livelihood concerns. Indian fishermen were detained by Bangladesh for crossing boundaries, and vice versa. The exchange includes fishing vessels and involves multiple government agencies. The Bangladeshi fishermen are expected to return to Chattogram by January 6. The operation highlights the importance of fishermen's safety and welfare.
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India, Bangladesh to repatriate 185 fishermen in mutual release operation on Jan 5
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Delhi CM Atishi Inaugurates Punjabi Bagh Flyover, A Milestone in City's Infrastructure
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Delhi Chief Minister Atishi inaugurated the Punjabi Bagh Flyover, which will save 11 lakh litres of fuel annually and reduce pollution equivalent to planting 65,000 trees. The flyover will save commuters 40,000 hours daily, benefiting over 3 lakh people. Under Arvind Kejriwal's leadership, the AAP government has built 39 flyovers in Delhi, significantly improving infrastructure. Delhi's per capita income has increased 2.5 times, and the city's GSDP has grown rapidly, reflecting the government's focus on development.
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Delhi CM Atishi Inaugurates Punjabi Bagh Flyover, A Milestone in City's Infrastructure
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EAM Jaishankar condemns "outrageous attack" in New Orleans, urges unity against terrorism
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar condemned a terrorist attack in New Orleans, urging global unity against terrorism. The attack killed at least 15 people. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other global leaders expressed condolences and emphasized the need to combat terrorism. US President Joe Biden announced an investigation into a possible link between the New Orleans attack and a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas. The FBI identified the New Orleans incident as terrorism, with ISIS-related evidence found.
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EAM Jaishankar condemns "outrageous attack" in New Orleans, urges unity against terrorism
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Pakistan: Kurram peace deal to commence from January 4
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The Kurram peace deal in Pakistan will start on January 4, with a convoy traveling to Parachinar under security. The agreement requires demolishing bunkers and collecting arms within 15 days to restore normalcy. Protests continue in Parachinar and Baggan, demanding road openings and compensation for damages. A grand Jirga concluded with an agreement, and a 16-member committee will oversee the process. Abdullah Khan confirmed the dismantling of bunkers and reopening of roads.
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Pakistan: Kurram peace deal to commence from January 4
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