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
On December 30, South Korea’s acting President Choi Sang-mok paid his respects to the victims of the country’s deadliest air disaster. The tragedy occurred when a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 made a belly landing at Muan International Airport. The plane skidded off the runway, crashed into a wall, and exploded in a fireball. Sadly, all 175 passengers and four of the six crew members on board were killed. Two crew members survived and were rescued. Following the incident, President Choi ordered an immediate safety inspection of the airline's entire operation system to prevent future accidents. The government is now focusing on ensuring better safety measures for air travel.
30 December,2024 03:31 PM IST
The tragic South Korea plane crash that occurred early on December 29 has shook the entire world. This crash is one of the worst plane crashes of South Korea in years. The incident happened when a Jeju Air flight from Bangkok veered off the runway while landing at Muan International Airport in South Korea. The plane, carrying 181 people, including passengers and crew, crashed into a wall, triggering a massive fireball. South Korean authorities confirmed that 179 people were killed, and only two survivors were rescued from the wreckage. Eyewitness Young-Hak, who was near the scene, described the horrifying moments before the crash, stating he heard about seven explosions. He initially thought a "bird strike" could have caused the crash. Here is how he described the fateful incident.
30 December,2024 10:14 AM IST
The death toll from the Muan plane crash in South Korea has risen to over 120 people. The accident occurred early on December 29 when a plane from Bangkok veered off the runway while landing at Muan International Airport. The flight, operated by Jeju Air, was carrying over 180 people, including crew members, when it crashed into a wall, causing a huge fireball. Kim Sung-Cheol, the director of the Muan County Public Health Centre, informed the families of the victims. The news left many relatives in tears. Rescue efforts are still ongoing, with two people already saved. Authorities are working to evacuate passengers who may be trapped in the tail section of the plane.
29 December,2024 05:37 PM IST
On December 29, a plane from Bangkok crashed at Muan International Airport, reportedly killing at least 47 people. The flight, Jeju Air flight 7C2216, was carrying over 180 passengers when it crashed while landing early in the morning. The plane skidded off the runway and hit a wall, causing a huge fireball to rise into the air. According to Muan fire officials, at least 33 bodies had been recovered, and rescue operations were still ongoing at the time of reporting. The transport ministry has not yet confirmed the exact number of casualties. More information and updates about the accident are still expected.
29 December,2024 11:58 AM IST
Kim Ye Ji, born in 1992, has become an internet sensation thanks to her incredible charisma and shooting skills. She won a silver medal in the women’s 10-meter air pistol event, narrowly edging out Manu Bhaker from India by just 0.1 point. Her stunning performance and winning shot have gone viral, highlighting her talent and captivating presence. Dressed in her black South Korean uniform, zipped up to the neck, with a baseball hat and wire-rimmed glasses, the 31-year-old looks like a stunner. While details about her personal life are scarce, it is known that she has a 6-year-old daughter. Kim Ye Ji’s mix of skill and charm has made her a standout figure both in sports and online.
31 July,2024 05:11 PM IST
India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on 5th of March revealed how he left his “well-paying corporate job” to join Politics. He recalls that Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked him to join the government. “Personally it was a surprise, I never even thought about it, but, one of the reasons I never thought about it was that nobody in my family even remotely thought about it,” said EAM Jaishankar while interacting with Indian community in Seoul. He added that nobody in the family remotely even thpought of Politics and they are still wondering what he is doing. Watch video to know more what he said.
06 March,2024 11:02 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meeting with Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, Vietnamese PM Pham Binh Minh, and South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeo in Hiroshima on sidelines of 49th G7 summit on May 20. The leaders held discussion on wide range of issues and ways to enhance Indo-Japan, Indo-South Korean, and Indo-Vietnam ties. PM Modi arrived at Hiroshima on May 19 to attend 49th G7 Summit at the invitation by Japanese PM. India is among the eight special invitees to the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Hiroshima this week.
20 May,2023 03:34 PM IST | Mumbai
South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin arrived in Delhi on April 07. The South Korean Foreign Minister is on a two-day visit to India. In an interview with ANI on April 08 Park Jin said that South Korea would like to upgrade its existing successful partnership with India and focus on trade, investment and supply chain stabilization in manufacturing sector and also critical minerals.
08 April,2023 06:07 PM IST | Delhi
South Korean live-streamer Hyojeong Park was sexually assaulted by two men at Mumbai's posh Khar West area on November 29. Park was streaming live on an online platform when the assault took place. She was rescued from the situation by a viewer who was around the area. Mumbai police later arrested the two men, Mobeen Chand Mohammad Shaikh and Mohammad Naqeeb Sadrealam Ansari on December 1. Further investigation into the case is underway. #SouthKoreanVlogger #HyojeongPark #Mumbai
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