INDIA

Jaishankar Condemns Vandalism of Hindu Temple in US, Emphasizes Against Providing Space to Separatists
Anurima Das -
This incident follows a pattern of similar attacks on Hindu temples, with a recent case in Surrey, Canada, where a temple was vandalized by alleged Khalistani supporters. Pro-Khalistan posters were placed on the walls, calling for an investigation into India's "role" in the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Merchant Vessel off India's Coast Engulfed in Flames After Drone Collision
Anurima Das -
Officials from the United Kingdom Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that the attack, conducted by an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (drone), occurred approximately 200 nautical miles (around 370 km) from Veraval in the Gir Somnath district of Gujarat.
IIT-K Professor Succumbs to Cardiac Arrest During On-Stage Speech
Anurima Das -
The 53-year-old professor was immediately rushed to Laxmipat Singhania Institute of Cardiology, where he was declared dead upon arrival. According to sources at IIT-Kanpur, Professor Khandekar had been dealing with cardiac health issues since 2019.
Allahabad High Court: No Offence under SC/ST Act if Abuse Occurs in Private, Not Public
Anurima Das -
In response to an educationist's petition challenging criminal charges for allegedly hurling casteist abuse at a student's father, Justice Shamim Ahmed stated that verbal abuse within the confines of a private space, without an audience, does not constitute an offense under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
Delhi Grapples with Cold, Foggy Conditions Causing Flight Delays, Air Quality Drops to 'Severe'
Ashlin Rajan -
According to the India Meteorological Department, the minimum temperature dropped to 9.6 degrees Celsius, two notches below the seasonal average.
French President Emmanuel Macron to be Chief Guest at Republic Day celebrations
Ashlin Rajan -
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has announced that President Macron's visit is in response to an invitation extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Mastermind Lalit Jha's Police Custody Extended Until January 5 in Parliament Security Breach Case
Ashlin Rajan -
The incident occurred on December 13, the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 Parliament terror attack, where five people were involved in orchestrating the security breach within the Lok Sabha.
Delhi Police Appeals to High Court Against Trial Court Order on Furnishing FIR Copy to Neelam Azad in Parliament Security Breach Case
Anurima Das -
Azad had sought permission to obtain a copy of the FIR, and despite police arguments about the sensitivity of the information, the trial court ordered the supply of the FIR and allowed Azad to consult with her counsel every alternate day for 15 minutes.
Gyanvapi Mosque Case: Plea for ASI Survey Report Hearing Set for January 3rd
Anurima Das -
Akhlaque Ahmad, representing AIMC, stated, "We have prayed to the court that the report on the scientific survey of Gyanvapi mosque should be kept in a sealed cover and should not be given to any of the parties unless a personal undertaking on an affidavit is submitted that it will not be leaked to anyone." The court has fixed January 3 as the next hearing date.
Delhi Witnesses Severe Decline in Air Quality Across Multiple Locations
Ashlin Rajan -
Simultaneously, the India Meteorological Department reported a maximum temperature of 23 degrees Celsius, slightly above the seasonal average.
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