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December 17, 2024 | Location: NEW YORK In a decisive ruling on Monday, a Manhattan judge denied President-elect Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn his hush money conviction, dismissing arguments that a recent Supreme Court immunity decision invalidated the case. However, other legal challenges raised by Trump’s defence team remain unresolved. The judgment, delivered by Judge Juan M. Merchan of the New York State Supreme Court, ensures the conviction stays intact as Donald Trump prepares to return to the presidency next month. Trump’s lawyers argued that evidence used during his trial infringed upon the Supreme Court’s recent ruling, which granted immunity…

December 16, 2024 | Brisbane In the match between Australia Vs India, Australia stands on the brink of taking a crucial lead in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as erratic weather and relentless pace bowling brought the third Test firmly under their control at the Gabba. With the series level at 1-1, the hosts demonstrated dominance despite frequent rain interruptions that turned Monday into a battle of patience. At stumps on Day 3, India was reeling at 51 for 4, trailing Australia’s formidable first-innings total of 445 by a daunting 394 runs. As ominous clouds and intermittent showers loomed over Brisbane, Australia’s…

A Delhi court has announced that the verdict in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case involving former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar will be pronounced on January 8, 2025. The case pertains to the alleged killings of Jaswant Singh and his son, Tarundeep Singh, in the Saraswati Vihar area during the widespread violence that followed the assassination of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja, who had initially scheduled the decision for December 16, 2024, postponed the pronouncement, stating, “January 8 is the next date.” Sajjan Kumar and His Role in the Case Sajjan Kumar, currently lodged in Delhi’s Tihar Jail,…

New Delhi, December 16, 2024 – The Supreme Court has drawn attention to Kerala’s unique relationship with gold while addressing a case involving the Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act (COFEPOSA). The Bench, led by Justice Surya Kant, dismissed the Centre’s appeal against a Kerala High Court decision, remarking on the cultural and economic significance of gold in the state. The case revolved around allegations of gold smuggling and legal action under the Customs Act against an individual named Siraj. The Centre sought the Supreme Court’s intervention against the High Court’s refusal to detain Siraj under…

San Francisco, December 16, 2024 – The global music community mourns the loss of Ustad Zakir Hussain, the tabla maestro who transformed Indian classical music into a universal language. The legendary musician passed away at the age of 73 due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. His family confirmed that he had been undergoing treatment in a San Francisco hospital for the past two weeks before his condition deteriorated. Zakir Hussain’s passing marks the end of an era for the tabla Hussain’s passing marks the end of an era for the tabla, an instrument he elevated to unparalleled prominence on…

Sanjay Malhotra assumes charge as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India amidst calls for rate cuts and economic recalibration.December 9 began as a routine day in the corridors of the Finance Ministry, with bureaucrats preparing answers for the Lok Sabha session. But for keen followers of the Indian economy and financial markets, the spotlight was on a pivotal question: Who would take over the helm of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? Shaktikanta Das, the outgoing Governor, had just wrapped up his sixth year in office with a monetary policy announcement that left the government dissatisfied due…

India’s star pacer Jasprit Bumrah once again delivered a match-winning performance, bagging a brilliant five-wicket haul in the first innings of the third Test against Australia on Sunday, December 15, 2024. His fiery bowling rattled the Australian batting lineup and turned the tide in India’s favor. Bumrah started by breaking the crucial partnership between Steve Smith and Travis Head, who had been steady at the crease. He dismissed Smith, who had scored a composed 65 off 149 balls, and followed it up by removing Mitchell Marsh and the in-form Travis Head, who had earlier scored a magnificent 103 off 118…

In India, the challenge is particularly acute. With a vast coastline, numerous rivers, lakes, and ponds, the country witnesses thousands of drowning incidents every year resulting into Drowning Dilemma. Urban and rural areas alike are impacted, with children and fishermen among the most vulnerable groups. Coastal cities like Visakhapatnam have erected warning boards near popular beaches, but accidents continue to occur as locals and tourists underestimate the dangers of strong currents and deep waters. The report emphasizes that drowning is not only a public health issue but also a socio-economic challenge, disproportionately affecting marginalized communities. Many victims are primary breadwinners,…

New Delhi, December 14, 2024 – With India accounting for nearly 58,000 snakebite deaths annually—almost half of the global total—the Supreme Court has called for urgent action to address this alarming crisis. A Bench of Justices B.R. Gavai and K.V. Viswanathan issued notices to the Union and State governments on Friday, seeking their response to a petition demanding the widespread availability of anti-venom and snakebite treatment facilities across health centres, hospitals, and medical colleges. The petition, filed by advocate Shailendra Mani Tripathi, urged the court to direct the government to initiate a “Snakebite Prevention Health Mission” and implement public awareness…

Seoul, December 14, 2024 – South Korean President suspended as parliament has impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol over his controversial martial law order, an unprecedented political decision that has plunged the nation into uncertainty. The motion, which passed overwhelmingly with a 204-85 vote, marks a turning point in the country’s democratic journey, sparking jubilant celebrations and heated debates alike. President Yoon’s powers have been suspended following the impeachment, and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo has assumed temporary presidential duties. The Constitutional Court now faces the task of deciding whether to permanently remove Mr. Yoon from office or reinstate his authority. This…