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France: President Emmanuel Macron unveils new government
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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a new government led by Prime Minister Francois Bayrou after the previous Cabinet collapsed. The new government maintains a center-right orientation and includes 35 ministers. Key figures include Elisabeth Borne, Manuel Valls, Gerald Darmanin, and Bruno Retailleau. The cabinet also features ministers responsible for education, justice, interior, labor, health, and more. A Council of Ministers meeting is scheduled for January 3.
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France: President Emmanuel Macron unveils new government
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Bareilly Court Summons AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi Over Pro-Palestine Slogans
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A Bareilly court has summoned AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi to appear on January 7, 2025, over pro-Palestine slogans he raised during his oath as a Member of Parliament. The case, filed by advocate Virendra Gupta, accuses Owaisi of violating legal norms. Owaisi, who won his fifth consecutive election from Hyderabad, defended his words, citing Mahatma Gandhi's views on Palestine. The summons comes amid ongoing conflict in Gaza, with significant casualties reported on both sides.
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Bareilly Court Summons AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi Over Pro-Palestine Slogans
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Sports
West Indies named squad for upcoming Test series against Pakistan
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West Indies Cricket has announced a 15-member squad for their upcoming Test series against Pakistan, with Kraigg Brathwaite as captain. Notable inclusions are Amir Jangoo, who impressed with a recent performance, and spinner Gudakesh Motie, returning from absence. The series, part of the World Test Championship, begins January 16 in Karachi. West Indies, currently at the bottom of the WTC standings, aim to end their campaign positively. Andre Coley will coach the team, with Daren Sammy taking over in June.
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West Indies named squad for upcoming Test series against Pakistan
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Huge blow for England as skipper Stokes ruled out due to hamstring injury
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England cricket captain Ben Stokes will miss at least three months due to a torn hamstring sustained during a Test series against New Zealand. The injury, confirmed after the third Test in Hamilton, requires surgery in January. Stokes aims to return for a Test against Zimbabwe in May. Despite being excluded from the ODI squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, he remains determined to overcome this challenge. This is his second hamstring injury in 2024. England ranks sixth in the World Test Championship, with Stokes as the 10th highest run-scorer.
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Huge blow for England as skipper Stokes ruled out due to hamstring injury
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National
Congress slams NHRC chairperson selection process, calls it "Fundamentally flawed"
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The Congress party has criticized the selection process for the NHRC Chairperson, claiming it was flawed and lacked mutual consultation. They proposed Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman and Justice Kuttiyil Mathew Joseph for Chairperson, emphasizing diversity and human rights advocacy. Despite their recommendations, Justice V Ramasubramanian was appointed as Chairperson. The Congress stressed the importance of diversity in NHRC appointments to maintain public trust.
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Congress slams NHRC chairperson selection process, calls it "Fundamentally flawed"
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Former US President Bill Clinton Hospitalized in Washington DC
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Former US President Bill Clinton was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington DC for testing and observation after developing a fever. His spokesperson, Angel Urena, stated that Clinton is in good spirits and hopes to return home by Christmas. Clinton, 78, has a history of health issues, including a urinary tract infection in 2021 and heart surgeries in 2004 and 2010. Clinton served as the 42nd President of the United States from 1993 to 2001.
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Former US President Bill Clinton Hospitalized in Washington DC
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National
Gurgaon Police registers 16788 cyber fraud complaints
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The Gurgaon Police have registered 16,788 cyber fraud complaints, with losses totaling Rs 125 crore. Twenty-one arrests have been made, including Ayan Das, a 21-year-old from Kolkata, who allegedly provided bank accounts for fraudulent transactions. The investigation began after Srinivasan reported a Rs 23 lakh fraud involving a fake stock trading scheme. Despite appearing to gain profits, he was unable to withdraw funds and realized he was scammed. The police are actively pursuing the case.
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Gurgaon Police registers 16788 cyber fraud complaints
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Illegal immigration nexus busted in Delhi, 11 arrested
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Delhi Police has arrested 11 people involved in an illegal immigration racket, including document forgers and tech experts. They helped Bangladeshi nationals enter India using fake Aadhaar cards and voter IDs created through a fake website. The Delhi Lieutenant Governor has ordered a special drive to identify illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in the city. Over 1000 have been identified so far. The police conducted door-to-door verifications and interrogations with special teams for targeted operations.
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Illegal immigration nexus busted in Delhi, 11 arrested
about 1 hour ago
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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Responds to BJP's Protest Plans During Belgaum Congress Session Centenary
about 1 hour ago
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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar criticized the BJP for planning a protest during the centenary celebrations of the 1924 Belgaum Congress Session in Belagavi. He expressed confidence and was unafraid of the BJP's tactics. Shivakumar deferred questions about a conspiracy against BJP MLC C T Ravi to the Home Minister and Police. He also addressed accusations against him, linking them to his strength and work. Shivakumar plans to respond to Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy's comments separately.
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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Responds to BJP's Protest Plans During Belgaum Congress Session Centenary
about 1 hour ago
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Two Bangladeshi women detained at Agartala railway station
about 2 hours ago
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Two Bangladeshi women, Nilufa Begum and Jiasmin, were detained at Agartala railway station in Tripura for illegal entry into India. The operation involved the Agartala Government Railway Police, Railway Protection Force, Border Security Force, and Intelligence Department. The women, from Shariatpur district, Bangladesh, intended to travel to Delhi. Further interrogation is underway, and more arrests are expected. A case has been registered, and the women will be presented in court.
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Two Bangladeshi women detained at Agartala railway station
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