The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) recently targeted a Hamas hideout in the northern Gaza Strip, which they described as a “terror complex” used by Hamas members. A video released by the IDF shows soldiers operating in the wrecked buildings and engaging in firefights. The army stated that the operation successfully destroyed structures that were used for military purposes, including anti-tank positions, explosives, and launch sites aimed at Israel. Since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, the Gaza Health Ministry reports that over 45,700 Palestinians have died and more than 108,800 have been injured. The situation remains dire as fighting continues.
05 January,2025 05:38 PM IST
As Bihar continues to simmer with protests amidst the BPSC row, Jan Suraaj Party chief Prashant Kishor issued a stern warning to continue his indefinite fast until the Bihar government meets the demands of protesting BPSC students. The protests continue demanding the cancellation of the recent Bihar PSC exam which faces allegations of question paper leak. The exam was taken by over five lakh candidates on December 13.
04 January,2025 11:33 AM IST
Bollywood star Kangana Ranaut made a glamorous guest appearance on the popular reality show Bigg Boss 18, hosted by Salman Khan. The actress took the opportunity to promote her much-anticipated film Emergency, set to release in theatres on January 17. Alongside Kangana, several TV stars made their presence felt, including Bharti Singh, Munawar Faruqui, Karan Kundra, Abhishek Kumar, and others, adding to the star-studded atmosphere of the special episode.
31 December,2024 08:20 PM IST
Israel issued a strong warning to the Houthis at the United Nations, reminding them of the consequences faced by groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Israel pointed out that these groups, backed by Iran, have caused regional instability and attacked Israel. Israel made it clear that it won’t tolerate similar actions from the Houthis, who have gained power in Yemen with Iranian support. The warning is part of Israel’s ongoing effort to prevent Iran’s influence from spreading further across the Middle East, especially in countries like Yemen.
31 December,2024 05:30 PM IST
South Korea is facing a major political crisis, and President Yoon Suk Yeol’s troubles are far from over. On December 31, a court approved an arrest warrant for Yoon, making it the first such warrant for a sitting president in South Korea. The Corruption Investigation Office confirmed the decision, and the Seoul Western District Court issued the warrant. Yoon is being investigated for possible insurrection charges after he ignored a summons for questioning. Police have been unsuccessful in attempting to raid the Presidential office as part of the investigation. Insurrection charges can lead to prosecution of a sitting president in South Korea. Yoon had earlier been suspended and apologized for trying to impose martial law, which led to his impeachment.
31 December,2024 03:41 PM IST
At the end of 2024, a significant moment in the Russia-Ukraine conflict took place as both countries carried out a large prisoner swap. More than 300 former prisoners were returned home, with Ukrainian captives seen wrapped in blue and yellow flags, crying as they reunited with their loved ones. The emotional scenes highlighted the deep impact of the war on those held captive. The exchange was a rare sign of cooperation amid the ongoing conflict, providing hope for families affected by the war. Reuters reported that both sides brought back more than 300 people in total, marking an important moment in the long-running crisis.
31 December,2024 11:33 AM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis spoke about the Ambedkar controversy and demanded an apology from the Congress party. He accused Congress of spreading a manipulated video of Home Minister Amit Shah's speech. Fadnavis claimed that the video was edited to distort Shah’s words, leading to confusion and creating unnecessary issues. The Chief Minister emphasized that such actions were harmful and divisive, and he called on Congress to take responsibility for their actions. He further criticized the opposition party for playing political games at the cost of truth and asked them to apologize for misleading the public with the altered video.
26 December,2024 11:00 AM IST
Singer B Praak attended the Bhasma Aarti at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, where he had a memorable experience. He also mentioned that his upcoming bhajan, dedicated to Mahakal, reflects this devotion. Praak expressed his admiration for India, emphasising its greatness, and sang a few lines from the bhajan during his visit.
25 December,2024 06:49 PM IST
On December 25, sirens sounded across central Israel as a missile, launched from Yemen, was intercepted. The Israeli military confirmed the missile was shot down before it reached Israeli land. Reuters footage from Tel Aviv showed the missile streaking through the sky followed by a loud explosion. The missile attack is believed to have been carried out by the Houthi rebels from Yemen, who have previously launched drones and missiles toward Israel. The Houthis claim these attacks are acts of solidarity with Palestinians. In response, Israel has asked its embassies in Europe to push for the Houthis to be declared a terrorist group, as they are backed by Iran.
25 December,2024 05:45 PM IST
Syria's new administration announced an agreement to merge all rebel factions under the Defense Ministry. This follows the rebels' capture of Damascus on December 8, forcing President Assad to flee after over 13 years of civil war. The agreement to integrate rebel forces into the Defense Ministry came after HTS leader Al-Golani took control of Syria. Last week, Prime Minister Md al-Bashir revealed plans to restructure the ministry with former rebel fighters and defected officers from Assad's army. Since assuming power, Al-Golani has engaged with international delegates and given interviews to Western media, meeting officials from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Qatar, Turkey, and the US.
25 December,2024 01:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
