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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that it will convene a Special General Meeting (SGM) on January 12, 2025, in Mumbai to fill the vacant posts of secretary and treasurer. This decision follows the resignation of Jay Shah and Ashish Shelar from their respective positions earlier this month. The BCCI constitution mandates that any vacant post must be filled within 45 days by organizing a Special General Meeting. The upcoming SGM, scheduled 43 days before the stipulated deadline, reflects the board’s commitment to adhering to these guidelines. BCCI Notification Issued After Apex Council Meeting: A…

Berlin, December 21, 2024: Tragic Incident at Magdeburg Christmas Market. A festive evening turned into a nightmare in the eastern German city of Magdeburg on Friday when a car rammed into a bustling Christmas market, leaving at least two people dead and over 60 injured in what officials suspect was a deliberate attack. The incident has sent shockwaves across the nation as investigators work to determine the motive behind this tragedy. The vehicle drove into the crowded market around 7 p.m., a time when the area was teeming with holiday shoppers. Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene, treating the…

Contract marks a significant step in modernizing the Indian Army’s firepower. In a landmark move to bolster India’s defence capabilities, the Defence Ministry has signed a ₹7,629 crore contract with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for the procurement of 100 advanced 155 mm/52 calibre K9 Vajra-T self-propelled tracked artillery guns. The agreement was formalized on December 20, 2024, at South Block, New Delhi, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and senior representatives from L&T. The K9 Vajra-T, a state-of-the-art artillery system, is designed to deliver long-range, high-precision firepower. Its ability to operate efficiently in sub-zero temperatures and high-altitude…

Richa Ghosh etched her name in the record books on Thursday, joining Australia’s Phoebe Litchfield and New Zealand’s Sophie Devine as the fastest scorers of a fifty in women’s T20 International cricket. Ghosh’s breathtaking knock came off just 18 balls, captivating a raucous crowd of over 47,000 at the DY Patil Stadium. India’s dominant performance in the third T20I against West Indies resulted in a resounding 60-run victory, clinching the series 2-1. Batting at No. 5, Richa demonstrated her knack for delivering under pressure, smashing an unbeaten 54 off 21 balls, including three boundaries and five towering sixes. Her exploits…

WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2024 (AP):The U.S. House of Representatives decisively voted against Trump-Backed Shutdown Proposal funding bill on Thursday night, designed to avert an imminent government shutdown. Federal agencies are set to run out of funding by Friday midnight, potentially leading to a closure over the weekend. This development underscores the political turbulence gripping Washington as the end-of-year deadline looms. In an emotionally charged session marked by fiery debates, lawmakers failed to secure the two-thirds majority needed to pass the hastily drafted proposal. The bill, backed by President-elect Donald Trump, aimed to fund federal operations and suspend the debt ceiling…

BJP Accuses Congress of Undermining Democratic Norms; Files Complaints Against Rahul GandhiPublished: December 19, 2024, 10:34 PM IST | New Delhi The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday, alleging that his conduct in Parliament was “unruly and shameful.” The ruling party declared Mr. Gandhi unfit to serve as the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, accusing him of injuring two BJP MPs during a commotion. The incident reportedly occurred when Mr. Gandhi attempted to make his way into Parliament, allegedly causing injuries to BJP MPs Pratap Chandra Sarangi and…

New Delhi | December 20, 2024 Tensions flared between ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) MPs and the Opposition INDIA bloc outside Parliament on Thursday over alleged remarks insulting Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. A heated confrontation escalated into physical clashes, leaving two BJP MPs injured and prompting mutual police complaints. The BJP alleged that Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, used force to enter Parliament, injuring BJP MPs Pratap Chandra Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput in the process. Gandhi and other Congress leaders countered, accusing BJP members of “manhandling” and blocking Opposition MPs from entering the building. FIR against…

Ravichandran Ashwin, a towering figure in Indian cricket, announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday, marking the end of an illustrious career. The announcement coincided with the conclusion of the third Test between India and Australia in Brisbane, which ended in a draw. Ashwin’s legacy, built on his stellar performances as a bowler and capable batsman, secures him a place among cricket’s all-time greats. Ravichandran Ashwin: A Record-Breaking Journey Ashwin concluded his career as the seventh-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket, with an impressive tally of 537 wickets at an exceptional average of 24 and a strike rate of 50.7.…

In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, India and China have jointly acknowledged the positive outcomes of their disengagement efforts at the Line of Actual Control (LAC). This development comes as National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi convened for their first boundary talks in Beijing on December 18, 2024. This marked the resumption of the Special Representatives (SR) dialogue after a five-year hiatus, underscoring a renewed commitment to bilateral engagement and peace-building. India and China Affirmation of Disengagement Efforts During the dialogue, both leaders reflected on the importance of learning from the prolonged military standoff at the…

December 19, 2024 | New Delhi Official reports indicate that 79% of rural households across India have gained access to tap water connections, yet over 4 crore rural homes remain without this basic necessity. The Centre has called upon states lagging behind to intensify their efforts in meeting the ambitious targets set under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Speaking at a press briefing on Thursday, Union Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Paatil acknowledged that the 2024 deadline for universal rural tap water coverage has passed. “Despite substantial progress, there is still a significant gap to fill. Approximately 4 crore households are yet…