It seems that Israel-Hamas war is not going to end soon. As the Israel-Hamas war entered its 332nd day on September 2, the conflict showed no signs of resolution. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) continued its intensive operations in Gaza, aiming to free Israeli hostages. Tragedy struck as six Israeli hostages, abducted alive on October 7, were found dead in a southern Gaza tunnel. The hostages were murdered between August 29-30, according to the Israeli Health Ministry. Global leaders expressed their shock and grief, with US President Biden condemning the killings, French President Macron demanding an immediate ceasefire and hostage release, and Australian PM Anthony Albanese and UK PM Keir Starmer also offering condolences. Currently, 97 of the 251 hostages taken by Hamas remain in Gaza, with some released during a brief truce in late November and a few prior to that.
02 September,2024 05:15 PM IST
On Sunday, Hezbollah retaliated against Israel with a large-scale assault, launching hundreds of rockets and drones. This attack was in response to the recent killing of Fuad Shukr, a high-ranking Hezbollah commander, in Beirut. The group claimed responsibility for firing over 320 Katyusha rockets, targeting 11 military sites in Israel. In preparation for this offensive, Israeli jets struck targets in Lebanon, as military officials anticipated the imminent barrage. Hezbollah described the rocket fire as the "first phase" of their retaliation, suggesting that their full response would unfold over a longer period. As tensions escalated, Israel's cabinet convened to deliberate on their strategic response to the ongoing conflict.
25 August,2024 03:00 PM IST
On August 15, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde celebrated the 78th Independence Day by hoisting the national flag at his official residence in Mumbai. He was accompanied by his son, Dr. Shrikant Shinde, who is a Lok Sabha MP. The Independence Day 2024 ceremony was attended by officers from the Chief Minister's office, police personnel, and various staff members. In Mumbai, people marked the occasion with great excitement and energy, joining in the national celebrations with enthusiasm. Flags were proudly displayed, and various events took place to honor the country's independence and pay tribute to its history. The day was filled with a sense of pride and joy, reflecting the strong spirit of national unity and patriotism among the citizens of Mumbai.
15 August,2024 12:44 PM IST
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, Kiren Rijiju, and Mansukh Mandaviya kicked off the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' Bike Rally from Bharat Mandapam. The rally ended at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium. This year marks the third edition of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, which runs from August 9 to 15 to celebrate the 78th Independence Day. Launched in 2022 under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav banner, the campaign has grown into a major public movement, encouraging everyone to participate and show their pride in the national flag. Watch video for more.
13 August,2024 11:37 AM IST
The day after Hamas chief's death The Telegraph reported that Israeli Mossad agents, working with Iranian Revolutionary Guards, planted explosives in the guesthouse where Haniyeh was staying. The plan to kill him during a funeral was canceled due to the large crowd, so the agents planted explosives in three rooms instead. If true, this would be a significant security breach for Iran. However, the Israeli Defense Forces deny involvement in attacks around that time, except for a separate killing in Beirut. Earlier, The New York Times reported that Haniyeh was killed by a remote-controlled bomb that was smuggled in two months prior. Iran has arrested over two dozen people, including high-ranking officials, in connection with his death.
04 August,2024 11:00 AM IST
'Super 30’ founder Anand Kumar slammed ‘famous teachers’ over deaths of UPSC aspirants in Delhi. The three UPSC aspirants died due to flooding of the Rau's IAS Study Circle building basement in the central Delhi coaching hub of Old Rajinder Nagar following heavy rain on July 27. Water from a flooded drain gushed into the basement where a library was set up. This incident of UPSC aspirants death while in the coaching centre has led to huge protests from the students demanding compensation from the victims’ family.
02 August,2024 12:06 PM IST
The body of Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh arrived in Doha, Qatar on August 1 ahead of his funeral and burial. Hamas members, including Khaled Meshaal, received the mortal remains of Haniyeh at Doha International Airport. Ismail Haniyeh, who was usually based in Qatar, was killed in Tehran, Iran on July 31 morning in Airstrike. He was in Tehran to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the Iranian President-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian. Although the strike on Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh was widely assumed to have been carried out by Israel. Amid the Israel-Hamas Conflict, PM Benjamin Netanyahu's government did not claim responsibility and said it would not comment on the killing. Hamas in a statement said that Haniyeh's killing would "take the battle to new dimensions and have major repercussions". Hamas Chief Haniyeh was tough-talking face of Palestinian group's international diplomacy as war raged back in Gaza. He had a major hand in building up Hamas' fighting capacity, partly by nurturing ties with Shi'ite Muslim Iran. He will be buried at a cemetery in Lusail, north of the Qatari capital on August 02, following funeral prayers.
02 August,2024 11:58 AM IST
On July 30, the Israeli Defense Forces killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, where he was attending the swearing-in of Iranian President-elect Pezeshkian. Iran's Revolutionary Guards confirmed Haniyeh’s death and are investigating. Hamas condemned the killing as a “heinous terrorist crime” and vowed to continue fighting Israel. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas also denounced the killing. Haniyeh was a key figure in Hamas' international efforts and military build-up. Russia criticized the killing as an “absolutely unacceptable political murder” and warned it could harm ceasefire talks in Gaza. Russian President Putin also criticized the U.S. for not supporting an independent Palestinian state.
31 July,2024 03:18 PM IST
In an ongoing all-out war against Hamas terrorists, Israel killed its Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran on July 30. Haniyeh, who usually resides in Qatar, was in the Iranian capital for the inauguration of President-elect Pezeshkian. Known for his role in strengthening Hamas and his close ties with Iran, Haniyeh had suffered personal losses earlier this year when an Israeli airstrike killed three of his sons and four grandchildren. Haniyeh also paid tribute to former Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash. This latest action marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Watch video for more.
31 July,2024 12:40 PM IST
Former US President Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. Weeks earlier, US officials received intel about an Iranian plot to kill him, but there's no link between this and the shooter, Thomas Matthew Crooks. Security was heightened after the threat was known, confirmed by national security sources. Trump and his ex-Secretary of State faced threats from Iran after Soleimani's 2020 killing. The Secret Service, along with other agencies, regularly gets new threat info. Trump's shooter was stopped at the rally by FBI agents. Questions are now raised about Secret Service security measures despite the shooter being swiftly neutralized.
17 July,2024 01:53 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
