As Israel prepares to invade Gaza, it faces the possibility of a two-front war with Lebanon. Recent fire exchanges between Lebanon and Israel have resulted in casualties on both sides of the border. Israel’s defense minister has urged Hezbollah to show restraint, but warned that if it chooses the path of war, it will...
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According to government data, only 205 victims of hit-and-run cases filed claims for compensation in 2022-23, with only 95 cases receiving a total compensation of Rs 1.8 crore. The slow pace of filing for claims indicates poor awareness among people about applying for compensation.
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A Major in the Indian Army has been recommended a five-year jail term and cashiering from service by a general court martial after being found guilty of sexually harassing an 11-year-old girl. The court martial, convened by Maj Gen Y Sheoran, found the allegations to be correct and awarded the punishment under the Protection...
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The Indian government is considering reviewing the minimum export price (MEP) of basmati rice, which is currently set at $1,200 per tonne. The All India Rice Exporters Association (AIREA) has advised its members to be cautious in procuring and holding inventory of paddy due to concerns about the impact on basmati rice exports.
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The first ship, Zhen Hua 15, has docked at the Vizhinjam seaport in Kerala, India. The seaport, constructed as a public-private partnership with the Adani Group, is set to be one of the world’s largest ports when commissioned next year. The arrival of the vessel was celebrated despite the verbal duel between the ruling...
Read MoreUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken has categorically rejected the idea floated of expelling Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, saying they should be able to stay as Israel battles Hamas. Egypt has rejected the idea and Blinken on his visit instead focused on ways to bring humanitarian aid into Gaza, the densely populated and...
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