The Daily Guardian - December 05, 2024

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December 05, 2024

BADAL ESCAPES BID ON LIFE AT GOLDEN TEMPLE

Narain Singh Chaura, a former terrorist, fires at former Deputy CM performing sewadar's duty

2 mins

Hasina accuses Yunus of genocide

In her first public address after fleeing Bangladesh four months back, ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina has mounted a stinging attack on the country's interim leader Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of perpetrating \"genocide\" and failing to protect minorities including Hindus.

1 min

Alert police officer saves Badal's life

Prompt action by an alert Punjab Police ASI helped thwart a bid on SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal's life outside the Golden Temple in Amritsar.

1 min

Fadnavis to take oath as Maha CM today

Ajit Pawar Deputy CM; no clarity on Shinde

2 mins

Rabi procurement numbers leave Centre and farmers baffled

The instability in the figures of procurement of foodgrains left the union government and food corporation of India in a perplexing situation, as the procurement of wheat in the country has witnessed a surge, whereas paddy procurement has reported a decline in the last procurement season.

2 mins

Spotlight on rising Khalistani sentiment

Narayan Singh Chaura, who was arrested after he opened fire at Sukhbir Singh Badal, has deep roots in the Khalistani movement and with infamous militant past.

1 min

Blast in Amritsar hours after attack on Badal

As other devotees were entering, the shooter, identified as former terrorist Narain Singh Chaura, slowly walked towards Badal (62), a Z+ protectee who was sitting in a wheelchair due to a fractured leg, and pulled out a gun from his pocket.

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Peace at border areas vital for India-China ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed the Lok Sabha on the disengagement updates in Eastern Ladakh and the improvement of border infrastructure along the India-China border, as part of his statement regarding 'recent developments in India's relations with China'.

2 mins

'OUR DEMEANOUR CAUSING DILUTION OF INSTITUTION'

Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar expresses dismay over conduct of Opposition members

1 min

India's fish production increased to all-time record of 175.45 lakh tonnes

Minister of fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh told Rajya Sabha that annual fish production in the country during the last 5 years has increased from 141.64 lakh tonne during 2019-20 to an all-time record of 175.45 lakh tonne in 2022-23.

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WHO SAID WHAT IN PARLIAMENT

Union Minister for state Home Affairs Nityanand Rai on Wednesday informed Rajya Sabha in a written reply that 71,231 new posts have been created in Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) & Assam Rifles (AR) in the last five years from 2020 to 2024.

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Opposition not divided on floor of Parliament: Derek O'Brien

Opposition parties are united in their strategy to corner the BJP in Parliament, but they have different tactics, Trinamool Congress Parliamentary Party leader in Rajya Sabha Derek O'Brien said on Wednesday.

1 min

Migrant students' issues: Government intervention crucial

The intervention of government to address the issues faced by migrant students is crucial, Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma said on Wednesday.

1 min

Rahul stopped on way to Sambhal

A delegation of Congress leaders led by Rahul Gandhi on its way to violence-hit Sambhal was stopped by Uttar Pradesh Police at Ghazipur border here on Wednesday and had to return, with the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha terming the action as \"anti-constitutional\".

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SAD condemns attack

The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) today termed the murderous attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal as an attack on Sri Darbar Sahib even as he accused the Congress party and its senior leader Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa of patronizing the perpetrator - Babbar Khalsa International militant Narayan Singh Chaura and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) of allowing the attack to take place.

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'Challenge is to meet people's expectations'

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis, all set to become Maharashtra Chief Minister for the third time, on Wednesday underlined the challenges before the new government and said the real struggle lies in fulfilling the people's expectations.

1 min

Get Delhi police nod: Haryana to farmers

Two days before the farmer leaders from Punjab were planning to resume their Delhi March on December 6, the Haryana government has made its intentions clear that it will not allow protesting farmers to proceed towards Delhi.

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MAHA TRIO INDULGE IN SOME BANTER AND LAUGHTER

The press conference of the Mahayuti allies here after they staked claim to form government in Maharashtra witnessed some banter thanks to Ajit Pawar, a 'veteran' deputy chief minister.

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Spotlight on rising Khalistani sentiment

In a chilling incident that has shaken the entire Punjab and the worldwide Sikh community, Sukhbir Singh Badal, former Deputy Chief Minister of Punjab and current president Shiromani Akali Dal, was attacked with an assassination plot at the revered Golden Temple in Amritsar.

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CM, Dy CMs to take oath today

Shiv Sena leader Uday Samant on Wednesday said only the chief minister and two deputy chief ministers will take oath during the swearing-in ceremony to be held on December 5 at the Azad Maidan in Mumbai.

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CM post is technical arrangement: Fadnavis

BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said the post of Chief Minister is a \"technical arrangement\" and he would run the new Mahayuti coalition government in Maharashtra by taking allies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar along.

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Special session from Dec 7

A three-day special session of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly will be held in Mumbai from December 7 to enable newly-elected MLAs to take oath and elect a speaker, legislature sources said on Wednesday.

1 min

Alert ASI thwarted 'murder' bid

Prompt action by an alert Punjab Police ASI on Wednesday helped thwart a bid on Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal's life outside the Golden Temple in Amritsar.

1 min

Assam: Bangladeshi stall forced to vacate trade fair amid protest

A Bangladeshi stall in Assam was forced to leave a trade-fair on Wednesday, December 4.

1 min

MURDER MOST FOUL: SON ELIMINATES PARENTS, SISTER

According to the police, the victims have been identified as Rajesh Kumar (51), his wife Komal (46), and their daughter Kavita (23).

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Grenade attack by terrorists on Army post in J&K's Poonch

In a terrorist attack on the Indian Army in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, two grenades were hurled at a military post in the Surankote area early Wednesday morning.

1 min

Kejriwal slams Centre

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led central government after three members of a family were found dead at their home in the national capital.

1 min

Manipur: Kuki-Zo mark 19th Remembrance Day, demand UT

Thousands of Kuki-Zo people across Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi observed the 19th Remembrance Day today at Saikul Sub Divisional Headquarters in Saikul Hill Town.

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Police blocked farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march for MSP guarantee: Tikait

Farmer leader and national spokesperson of the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), Rakesh Tikait, claimed on Monday that farmers participating in the 'Delhi Chalo' protest were stopped by police barricades as they attempted to march towards Delhi, demanding solutions to agricultural issues and a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP).

1 min

BJP poised for key changes in Rajasthan, cabinet reshuffle likely soon

Following the formation of the new government in Maharashtra on Thursday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) high command is now poised to implement key decisions in Rajasthan.

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Parvesh Verma to challenge Kejriwal: BJP

Former MP and BJP leader Parvesh Verma will likely contest against Aam Aadmi Party Chief Arvind Kejriwal from the New Delhi constituency in the upcoming Delhi Assembly election, BJP sources told ANI.

1 min

Religious tourism driving residential demand in tier-2 cities: Report

Tier-2 cities with strong religious tourism appeal, such as Prayagraj, Varanasi, Puri, and Shirdi, are witnessing a sharp rise in residential demand, according to a report by Magicbricks.

1 min

Antler fuels 30 startups

Venture capital firm Antler has expanded its India portfolio by backing 30 startups in 2024 through its maiden $75 million (around Rs 635.1 crore) fund.

1 min

RBI raises UPI Lite Wallet limit to Rs 5,000

The enhanced transaction and total limits for UPI Lite are set to take effect immediately.

1 min

MANOHAR LAL HIGHLIGHTS POWER, CARBON GOALS AT ENERGY MEETING

Union Minister emphasized boosting storage for affordable, reliable power accessibility

2 mins

Delhi leads India in EV adoption: Report

The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in India is surging, with Delhi emerging as the leader in EV penetration, according to a report by FICCI and Yes Bank.

1 min

Jan MGNREGA app will be revamped to boost feedback mechanism

The Jan MGNREGA app will be revamped to enhance the active disclosure of information and introduce a feedback mechanism for citizens regarding the implementation of MGNREGA, said Union Minister for Rural Development and Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday, according to a release by the Ministry of Rural Development.

1 min

Telangana govt, Google ink agreement to establish Safety Engineering Centre

Google and the Telangana government have formalised an agreement to establish the Google Safety Engineering Center (GSEC) in Hyderabad, marking a significant milestone in cybersecurity innovation.

2 mins

PROPOSED DATA PROTECTION PANEL ON AGROCHEMICALS SHOULD BE DISSOLVED

According to international rules, the patent period is 20 years, after that giving any kind of data protection is illegal which will give license for looting the farmers by MNCs and their Indian partners.

3 mins

THE QUESTIONS ABOUT CONGRESS AND OCCRP

An extremely worrying investigation has come to light on the Organised Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), specifically about its links with the American deep state.

2 mins

'Reimagining the Middle East': Embracing change in a world where power shifts and new alliances emerge

The Middle East is a region where geopolitical dynamics can shift unexpectedly.

4 mins

MORE BABIES OR FEWER? INDIA'S BIG POPULATION QUESTION

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasizes maintaining a fertility rate above 2.1 to prevent societal decline, while policy contradictions and regional disparities hinder effective population management, risking demographic stagnation.

5 mins

Supreme Court seeks Union's View on Bihar Election Commission's plea against election of Nepali citizen as Panchayat Mukhiya

The bench while considering the facts and circumstances of the case observed that the contention was taken by the complainant before the Election Commission was also that his name was included in the voters list of Nepal and hence, he should be deemed to have relinquished his citizenship under Section 9 of the Act of 1955.

2 mins

Delhi High Court rejects PIL seeking comprehensive probe into Navjot Singh Sidhu's cancer cure claims

The Delhi High Court in the case Divya Rana Versus Union Of India And Ors observed and has dismissed the Public Interest Litigation, PIL filed seeking comprehensive and scientifically rigorous investigation into the claims of Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu that his wife's Stage 4 cancer was treated through a specific diet plan and Ayurveda.

1 min

Supreme Court: NGT cannot outsource its opinion to committees and base its decision on such opinions

The Supreme Court in the case M/s Grasim Industries v. State of Madhya Pradesh observed and has criticised the National Green Tribunal, NGT for 'outsourcing' its opinion to a committee and is based on opinion which is only on the findings of the committee.

1 min

Meghalaya High Court orders expedited construction of Shillong-Dawki Highway: 'Highways are of paramount importance for state welfare'

The Meghalaya High Court in the case Shri Kaustav Paul Vs. State of Meghalaya & Ors observed and has directed the State Authorities to expedite the building of the National Highway from Shillong to Dawki near the Bangladesh border, terming it of 'paramount importance' for the 'welfare of the state'.

2 mins

1984 ANTI-SIKH RIOTS: SUPREME COURT URGES PUNJAB GOVT TO CONSIDER RELIEF FOR 39 FAMILIES UNABLE TO PROVE THEY ARE GENUINE RIOT VICTIMS

The High Court in its order dated September 26, 2017 directed the petitioners for filing a comprehensive reply to the public notice asking them to vacate the house within 48 hours.

2 mins

Supreme Court: Plaintiff seeking specific performance of agreement to sell must also show availability of funds

The court in the case also stated that while the readiness means the capacity of the plaintiff in order to perform the contract which would include his financial position, willingness relates to the conduct of the plaintiff

1 min

No plan to ban ISKCON, says aide to B'desh interim govt

Shafiqul Alam noted that Bangladesh government will soon give a national unity call to all political parties against all misinformation campaigns who are attempting to destabilize the nation.

1 min

Hamas Fatah Near Agreement On Who Will Oversee Post-War Gaza

A Palestinian Authority official on Tuesday confirmed that a preliminary agreement had been reached following weeks of negotiations in Cairo. The official said the committee would have 12-15 members, most of them from Gaza.

1 min

Nepal's Army chief to visit India next week

Nepal's Ministry of Defence said, \"Chief of the Army Staff, Nepali Army, General Ashok Raj Sigdel is scheduled to visit India from 11th December to 14th December 2024\"

1 min

Israel Condemns Attacks On Security Forces

Clashes broke out on December 3 night in the area of the Palestinian village of Beit Furik as soldiers demolished illegal structures, the Israel Defence Forces said.

1 min

JEWISH SETTLERS ATTACK PALESTINIAN TOWNS, CLASH WITH ISRAELI TROOPS

The West Bank has seen a surge in settler violence since the start of the war.

1 min

South Korea's martial law lifted

The martial law prevailed for only a few hours as the National Assembly voted against it, following which Yoon Suk Yeol formally lifted it around 4:30am during a Cabinet meeting

2 mins

Pak: Imran's party to continue protests, no talks with govt

Traveling to Islamabad is a basic right of every citizen and sit-ins, and rallies are key aspects of their protest, the spokesperson said.

1 min

Controversial presidential front-runner wants Romania to be 'self-sufficient power'

Georgescu unexpectedly topped the polls in the first round of the Romanian presidential vote on November 24, despite being a huge outsider, plunging the European Union and NATO country into unprecedented turmoil.

1 min

Oil delivery to Czech Republic from Russia is interrupted

Oil delivery to the Czech Republic from Russia through the Druzhba pipeline has been interrupted, Czech officials said Wednesday.

1 min

INDIA VOTES IN FAVOUR OF UNGA RESOLUTION ON PALESTINE

India was among the 157 nations that voted in favour, while eight Member States - Argentina, Hungary, Israel, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea and the United States voted against it.

2 mins

Biden in Africa pledges $600 million more for rail project

President Joe Biden on his visit to sub-Saharan Africa pledged another USD 600 million for a cross-continent rail corridor project Wednesday, telling regional leaders that \"Africa has been left behind for much too long. But not anymore. Africa is the future.\"

1 min

Australia is banning social media for people under 16

Snapchat and Instagram have become so ingrained in young people's lives that going cold turkey will be difficult

1 min

Hungarian official says there is 'no consensus' on inviting Ukraine to join NATO

Hungary's foreign minister said a meeting of his counterparts from NATO member countries in Brussels on Wednesday had produced \"no consensus\" on the prospect of inviting Ukraine to join the transatlantic military alliance, a step Kyiv sees as an essential condition for bringing an end to Russia's war.

1 min

Trump considers DeSantis for Pentagon with Hegseth under pressure over allegations

The nomination of Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's choice to lead the Pentagon, is under pressure as senators who would need to confirm him weigh a series of allegations that have surfaced against him.

1 min

TAYLOR SWIFT LAUDS BEYONCE'S BILLBOARD HONOUR AS GREATEST POP STAR OF CENTURY

After Beyonce was named the greatest pop star of the 21st century by Billboard, singer and songwriter Taylor Swift showed her support and happiness for the pop icon, reported Page Six.

1 min

'The Roshans': Docu-series to showcase legacy of Roshan family

A docu-series titled 'The Roshans' is all set to explore the story of actor Hrithik Roshan, his father Rakesh Roshan, musician uncle Rajesh Roshan and his late grandfather and music maestro Roshan.

1 min

KARAN AUJLA IN INDIA FOR HIS TOUR: FANS EXCITED

Indo-Canadian singer Karan Aujla arrived in Mumbai on Wednesday, ahead of his India tour.

1 min

Ricky Kej meets Emmanuel Macron, highlights India's global rise

Three-time Grammy Award-winning musician Ricky Kej recently met French President Emmanuel Macron at a lunch organised in his honour in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

1 min

BRITNEY SPEARS REVEALS MOVING TO MEXICO ON 43RD BIRTHDAY

Pop icon Britney Spears shared on her 43rd birthday that she'd made the decision to move to Mexico to get away from the paparazzi, reported E! News.

1 min

RALPH FIENNES SUPPORTS CILLIAN MURPHY AS VOLDEMORT IN HARRY POTTER TV SERIES

Actor and film producer Ralph Fiennes, who played the villain, Voldemort in the Harry Potter film series, talked about the rumours that Cillian Murphy could take over the role in the upcoming TV series based on JK Rowling's novels, reported People.

1 min

KAREENA KAPOOR GEARS UP TO CELEBRATE 100TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF RAJ KAPOOR

Raj Kapoor, one of India's most legendary filmmakers, has left an indelible mark on global cinema.

1 min

Future-Proof Your Business With Top Technology Trends In 2025

December has arrived, and another year is coming to an end.

3 mins

Technology As A Game-Changer For Brands Facing High Return Rates

As e-commerce continues to grow, so does a problematic trend that impacts brands' bottom lines: returns.

3 mins

AI voicebots as a virtual quality control assistant for remote teams

The present and the future belongs to AI Voicebots, as clearly reflected in its growing adoption.

2 mins

Klaasen to lead South Africa during T20I series

Batter Heinrich Klaasen will lead South Africa in the three-match T20I series against Pakistan from December 10 onwards, with regular captain Aiden Markram busy in the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka.

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BGT: TEAM INDIA SHIFTS FOCUS TO 'HIGH-OCTANE FIELDING SESSION'

Ahead of the session T Dilip explained the training and said, \"We will start off having a team fielding in covers, mid-off, mid-on, short mid-wicket. So I will be hitting the ball to covers and the mid-on fielder will back up and return the ball to Nuwan.\"

1 min

Team India bans open nets after crowd distracts players

Team India on Wednesday banned open net practice sessions after more than 5000 spectators came to the Adelaide Oval to watch the side, according to a report from The Age.

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India reach final with 3-1 win over Malaysia in Men's Junior Asia Cup

The Indian Junior Men's Hockey Team took on Malaysia in the semi-final of the Men's Junior Asia Cup on Tuesday in Muscat and defeated them 3-2 to advance to the Final, as per a release from Hockey India.

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Shreyas Gopal registers joint-most hat-tricks by Indian bowler in T20s

Karnataka spinner Shreyas Gopal levelled with compatriot Amit Mishra to register the most hat-tricks by an Indian bowler in T20 cricket.

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Pakistan announce XI for third T20I

Saim Ayub, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed and Irfan Khan Niazi have been rested for the final T20I of the series.

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Lyon backs Marsh ahead of pink-ball Test

Australia's seasoned spinner Nathan Lyon has backed Mitchell Marsh to play a role with the pink ball in Adelaide during the second Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, beginning on Friday.

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PCB accepts hybrid model for CT 2025, seeks similar ICC terms for India

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has accepted the hybrid model for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to be hosted by them, but has put forward a condition to let them play their games under a hybrid model as well whenever a global International Cricket Council (ICC) tournament is held in India, reported ESPNCricinfo.

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