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No One Can Stop CAA Implementation : Shah At Kolkata Rally

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Kolkata, Nov 29: The Citizenship (Amendment) Act would be implemented by the Central government, and no one can stop it, according to Home Minister Amit Shah's statement on Wednesday. Speaking at a sizable gathering in this city to kick off the party's Lok Sabha campaign, Shah blasted Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on issues of political violence, infiltration, corruption, and appeasement. He also urged the populace to overthrow her government and support the BJP in the upcoming assembly elections. Praiseing the attendance at the gathering, he asserted that this reflected the sentiment of the people and predicted that the BJP will win a two-thirds majority in the state in 2026.According to him, the BJP's performance in the state during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will lay the groundwork for its victory in the assembly elections. Speaking on the controversial CAA, he stated that although Banerjee has been against it, nobody can halt its implementation, which has been put on hold while the central government draughts new regulations in response to the opposition's adamant resistance to the law. Speaking on the law's intended beneficiaries, Shah stated that they were entitled to citizenship just like everyone else. Shah wanted to set the tone for the party's Lok Sabha campaign in the state when he spoke at the gathering at the iconic Esplanade. In 2019, the party secured 18 out of the 42 seats in the state, marking a record high. [caption id="attachment_6388" align="alignnone" width="300"] No One Can Stop CAA Implementation : Shah At Kolkata Rally[/caption]

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Politicians’ true wealth lies beyond simple attire and torn shoes : Rahul

editor November 29, 2023

KERALA: Rahul Gandhi, the head of the Congress, stated on Wednesday that certain politicians are "too smart" to hide their genuine wealth from the public eye and hence cannot be assessed by their modesty or less expensive watches. At the book presentation here for the late Muslim League leader P Seethi Haji, Gandhi stated that one can tell a lot about a politician's actual character by looking at their offspring. You are aware that the politicians I encounter are intelligent individuals. Politicians of today will only display the things that they deem appropriate.There are occasions when individuals come to see me with worn shoes, basic attire, and no fancy watches. They drive enormous BMWs when you visit their houses. These men are too intelligent. They are aware of your search," declared Gandhi. Politicians, he claimed, might conceal elements of their personalities with clothes and accessories, but "the truth cannot be hidden when it comes to their children." He claimed that as a result, he had to devise a new technique to swiftly and correctly assess these people. The former head of Congress claimed to have spent almost eighteen years in the political arena, engaging with various types of politicians, before developing this "bulletproof" method of assessing or rating people. "It took me eighteen years to discover a foolproof method that would make it hard for anyone to conceal the truth about who they really are. I request that they give their kids to me. "The truth cannot be concealed from the children," declared Gandhi following the publication of the book "Speeches of Late P Seethi Haji in the Kerala Legislative Assembly." Haji led the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) and served as the 9th Kerala Legislative Assembly's main whip for the administration. Although Gandhi had never met Haji, he claimed that he could tell a lot about the late IUML leader's character just by glancing at his son, P K Basheer. "This is what I'm saying since Basheer bears his father's stamp. So, just by looking at him, I can identify his father. Nothing is concealable," he declared. Gandhi stated that he observed Basheer to be both personable and approachable during the 2019 local elections. The Wayanad Congress MP also stated in his address that a person "cannot be a leader" if they lack humility and the ability to look inward. He claimed that by listening to the other leaders at the event speak, he was able to comprehend that Haji was a self-reflective individual who could laugh at himself and not take himself too seriously. [caption id="attachment_6385" align="alignnone" width="300"] Politicians' true wealth lies beyond simple attire and torn…

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US Embassy in India breaks record, issues over 140,000 student visas

editor November 29, 2023

NOV 29, 2023 : Between October 2022 and September 2023, the US Embassy and its consulates in India issued an unprecedented number of student visas—more than 140,000. The US State Department said on Tuesday, "Our embassy and consulates in India issued an all-time record of more than 140,000 student visas." The State Department of the United States said, "From October 2022 through September 2023 (the 2023 federal fiscal year), the Department of State issued a near-record level of nonimmigrant visas of more than 10 million globally." There were more nonimmigrant visa decisions made by half of the US embassies and consulates than ever before. Furthermore, the statement stated that the US embassy had given around eight million business and tourist visitor visas—more than in any previous fiscal year since 2015. The statement went on to say that these accomplishments were made possible by creative solutions, like extending the authority for interview waivers, which let regular travellers who fulfil stringent national security requirements renew their visas without needing to go to an embassy or consulate. "Looking to the future, we are exploring new technologies to assess opportunities to streamline operations, such as the option of domestic renewal in select visa categories," it continued. The US Mission to India exceeded its target last month, handling one million non-immigrant visa applications by the year 2023. In a statement, the US Embassy and Consulates in India stated that over 1.2 million Indians travelled to the US last year, making it one of the most robust travel partnerships in the world. Currently, more than 10% of all visa applicants globally are Indian, with 20% of all student visa applicants and 65% of all H&L-category (work) visa applicants being Indian. The statement continued, "The United States welcomes this growth." In the meantime, US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti paid a visit to the US embassy in the country's capital earlier this month to supervise the "unprecedented demand" among Indians for US visitor visas. 'Super Saturday' saw Garcetti as the special guest assisting the additional visa applications, according to the US Embassy. [caption id="attachment_6382" align="alignnone" width="300"] US Embassy in India breaks record, issues over 140,000 student visas[/caption]

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Couple Argument Leads To Diversion Of Lufthansa Flight At IGI

editor November 29, 2023

New Delhi, Nov 29: On Wednesday, a couple's fight resulted in the diversion of a Lufthansa flight from Munich to Bangkok to Delhi, where they were subsequently let off, according to official sources. The pilots of Lufthansa flight LH772 alerted the ATC about a "situation and possibly unruly passenger," and at 10:26 am the aircraft touched down at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport. According to the sources, there was a disagreement between a German man and his Thai wife, which caused issues on the Lufthansa flight. As a result, the airline requested permission to land at IGI, which was granted. According to an official, the wife had initially protested to the pilot about her husband's actions, claiming that he was "threaten[ing]" her, and she had asked for help.As the scenario develops, the pair is being questioned in the terminal area by CISF security officers, flight attendants, and other staff members after they disembarked from the aircraft. They said that the flight might take departure soon. [caption id="attachment_6379" align="alignnone" width="300"] Couple Argument Leads To Diversion Of Lufthansa Flight At IGI[/caption]

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‘Miracle’: Tunnelling expert Arnold says he will visit temple because…

editor November 29, 2023

UTTARKASHI: Arnold Dix, a global tunnelling specialist brought in for the Uttarkashi rescue mission on Wednesday, said the mission saw a miracle and he would visit the temple since he had made a vow to express gratitude there during the operation. A few hours later, Dix was spotted praying at the shrine dedicated to the local deity, Baba Bokh Naag ji. In addition to being a geologist, engineer, and lawyer, Arnold Dix is the president of the International Tunnelling Underground Space Association, which is situated in Geneva. As a parent, it has been an honour for me to assist other parents in reunifying with their children. Recall that I predicted 41 people would return home unharmed by Christmas at the outset.Christmas will arrive early, Dix declared. Arnold revealed the key to their accomplishment, saying, "We knew exactly what we wanted and we were calm." We collaborated brilliantly as a team, including the engineers, the greatest Army around, all the agencies, and the federal government. It was a pleasure to contribute to the mission's success." The foreign expert described the mission as difficult. "What kinds of difficulties were avoided by us? He remarked, "But everybody knew we were returning those men home." Since Dix is an Australian, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese became especially ecstatic when foreign leaders praised the rescue effort. "A fantastic accomplishment by Indian officials. "I'm glad that Australian Professor Arnold Dix contributed locally," Albanese wrote on X. It was just a matter of time until the rat miners physically dug a way out, and on Tuesday Arnold Dix was spotted worshipping at the temporary temple at the rescue site. Social media users expressed their disapproval of the image and their faith in it. "When faith and science come together. Amit Malviya of the BJP shared the image and said, "International tunnelling expert Arnold Dix joins a priest in praying for the safe evacuation of 41 workers trapped inside the Silkyara tunnel, in Uttarakhand." [caption id="attachment_6376" align="alignnone" width="300"] 'Miracle': Tunnelling expert Arnold says he will visit temple because...[/caption]

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SC Appointed SIT On Black Money To Submit 8th Interim Report Soon

editor November 29, 2023

NEW DELHI, Nov 29: Vice-chairman Justice (Retired) Arijit Pasayat of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Black Money, which was established by the Supreme Court, announced yesterday that the group will shortly provide its eighth interim report to the highest court. In its first cabinet meeting following its election in May 2014, the Narendra Modi administration authorised the Supreme Court's directive to appoint the SIT. The Supreme Court has received seven interim reports from the SIT in the past nine years. On Tuesday, November 28, 2023, Justice Pasayat hosted a meeting at his home with representatives from the federal and state administrations regarding the identification and suppression of the nation's production of black money."For more than two hours, officials from the Central Board of Indirect Tax, Income Tax, Enforcement Directorate, Customs and Excise, and Enforcement Directorate met and deliberated on strategies to identify and impede the creation of illicit funds both domestically and internationally," Justice Pasayat informed the media. [caption id="attachment_6373" align="alignnone" width="300"] SC Appointed SIT On Black Money To Submit 8th Interim Report Soon[/caption]

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Night temp drops amid forecast for rains in plains, snow over upper reaches

editor November 29, 2023

SRINAGAR:The nighttime temperature decreased throughout most areas on Wednesday, while it remained above average in Jammu and Kashmir, as the weatherman had predicted extensive rain and snow. An official from the meteorological department here said that on November 29 and 30, there is likely to be light to moderate rain in the lowlands and snow over the middle and higher levels, with isolated thunderstorm and lightning chances. Additionally, for these two days, the MeT department has issued a "yellow warning" for isolated thunderstorms and lightning in the Jammu & Kashmir region. The degree of caution is indicated by four different colour codes: orange indicates that government agencies must be ready for severe weather, red indicates that agencies must take action, and green indicates no action."Partially to generally cloudy weather is expected from December 1st to 6th," a meteorological department official stated. He stated that the weather is expected to be partly to generally cloudy on December 1st and 2nd, generally cloudy on December 3rd, and partly to generally cloudy on December 4th and 7th. He added that the city's low temperature was 0.8°C, down from 3.9°C the night before, and that it was 1.7°C warmer than usual for this time of year. According to him, Qazigund recorded a minimum of 0.8°C as opposed to 3.8°C the night before. According to the official, the minimum temperature in Kashmir's gateway town was 1.8°C below average. Pahalgam, a well-known resort in south Kashmir, saw a low of minus 1.2°C, down from 1.2°C the night before. This was 1.9°C above average. According to the official, Kokernag, which is located in south Kashmir, saw a minimum temperature of 2.6°C, down from 2.8°C the night before. The temperature was 3.0°C higher than usual for the area. According to the official, Kupwara town in north Kashmir saw a low of 1.3°C compared to 3.0°C the night before, and it was 2.4°C above average there. According to the official, Gulmarg saw a low of minus 1.8°C as opposed to minus 0.2°C, and the most recent temperature was 1.3°C higher than usual for the well-known skiing destination in north Kashmir. According to him, Jammu's minimum temperature of 10.6°C was 0.3°C higher than average for J&K's winter capital. [caption id="attachment_6370" align="alignnone" width="300"] Night temp drops amid forecast for rains in plains, snow over upper reaches[/caption]

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Pro-Khalistan slogans appear on walls near Chintpurni Temple in HP’s Una; probe begins

editor November 29, 2023

UNA: In the Una district of Himachal Pradesh, pro-Khalistan slogans were discovered daubed on walls close to the Mata Chintpurni Temple on Wednesday. The police have reported that they have opened an investigation into the incident. Additionally, a video purportedly indicating Congress figures implicated in the 1984 Sikh riots will not be spared was posted online. The chief of the outlawed organisation Sikhs For Justice, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, was seen pointing out the graffiti on the walls. Una Arjit Sen Thakur, the superintendent of police, said that inquiries are under progress and the culprits will be apprehended shortly.According to him, the police are also examining the video. This is not the first time that the state has reported such an occurrence. Pro-Khalistan banners and graffiti were hung on the exterior of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly in Dharamshala on May 7 of last year. A case has been filed in this regard under sections 153-A and 153-B of the Indian Penal Code as well as section 3 of the HP Open Places (Prevention of Disfigurement) Act, 1985. Pannun was listed as a principal conspirator and co-accused in this case based on the video footage, and he was arrested under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA). [caption id="attachment_6367" align="alignnone" width="300"] Pro-Khalistan slogans appear on walls near Chintpurni Temple in HP's Una; probe begins[/caption]

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Legends League cricketers take a swing at Jammu Tawi Golf Course

editor November 29, 2023

JAMMU: Renowned Legends League players, such as Martin Guptil, Kevin Pietersen, Ben Dunk, Devon Smith, Rusty Theron, Tilakratne Dilshan, Nikhil Chopra, and others, enjoyed a leisurely round of golf at the picturesque Jammu Tawi Golf Course as a delightful break from their busy tournament schedule. During their day off from the intense cricket matches at Maulana Aazad Stadium Jammu, these legendary cricket players displayed their abilities on the golf course, entertaining the local audience who came to watch this exceptional display of athletic talent. Players were spotted having a friendly competition amid the verdant greens and magnificent scenery of the Jammu Tawi Golf Course, showcasing the brotherhood that exists beyond the rules of cricket.The golfers showered in admiration, impressed by the Jammu Tawi Golf Course's immaculate beauty and high levels of maintenance. "Jammu's golf course is just as magical as the cricket grounds; it's not just about the cricket, Martin Guptil said." Kevin Pietersen agreed, stating that the incredible course would live on in their memory. The cricketers' visit to the Jammu Tawi Golf Course not only gave them a much-needed rest, but it also helped to strengthen ties between the locals and the world-class athletes.Their off-day golf outing is a treasured part of their Jammu experience, even as these cricket giants continue to amaze on the pitch. The cricket players were appreciated for their time and warm remarks by Manav Gupta, Secretary of the Jammu Tawi Golf Course. In addition, he welcomed them to future events at Jammu Tawi Golf Course and gave them an update on the course's amenities. [caption id="attachment_6363" align="alignnone" width="300"] Legends League cricketers take a swing at Jammu Tawi Golf Course[/caption]

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Sheetal Devi becomes World No. 1 Para Archer

editor November 29, 2023

JAMMU: Sheetal Devi jumped up two spots to take the top spot in the para world archery rankings for the women's compound open category after winning two gold medals at the Para Asian Games. Rakesh Kumar, who won three gold medals at the just finished Para Asian Championship, has also seen improvement, rising two spots to take third place internationally. He is ranked lower than Matteo Bonacina of Italy and Nathan Macqueen of Great Britain. Sarita, another Indian para-archer, advanced significantly in the standings after winning a bronze medal at the Bangkok Asian Championships. In the most recent update, she moved up seven spots to claim the sixth spot, which is a significant improvement in her global ranking. [caption id="attachment_6360" align="alignnone" width="300"] Sheetal Devi becomes World No. 1 Para Archer[/caption]

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