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On June 18, 2023, 45-year-old Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot outside a Sikh temple in Surrey, which is a Vancouver suburb known for its large Sikh population. He was a Canadian citizen who was advocating for the establishment of a separate Sikh homeland to be formed from India.
Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities commemorated one year post-ethnic violence with symbolic protests, black clothes, slogans, and tributes to the fallen, urging unity and peace amidst ongoing conflicts in Manipur.
Actor Chandan Roy, known for his role in Panchayat, shares insights about the upcoming third season, promising it to be filled with crazy events and double the fun compared to previous seasons. The show, directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and written by Chandan Kumar, features familiar faces like Jitendra Kumar and Neena Gupta.
The division between the Valley and the hills has been dangerously accentuated to the extent that people from Kuki areas do not venture into Meitei areas and vice versa. Even the officials prefer to stay in their respective localities. Around 13,000 Kukis and Zos have taken shelter in Mizoram following the Manipur violence.
Recent leaks hint at a potential Mad Max collaboration, a Chapter 2 OG, and a Billie Eilish appearance in Fortnite's 2024 roadmap. These rumors, although unconfirmed, have sparked anticipation among players eager for new content.
The Pokemon Scarlet & Violet Mass Outbreak event introduces players to a large number of specific Pokemon in key locations. Currently, there are no ongoing Mass Outbreak events, but the upcoming event, starting on April 26, 2024, will feature Magikarp, Varoom, Shinx, and Rellor in various locations with increased shiny odds.
The Supreme Court has ruled that Union minister Ajay Kumar Mishra's son Ashish Mishra, one of the accused in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, would be a violation of his bail conditions if he has been physically attending political events. The court had granted interim bail to Mishra in January 2021 for the incident, which claimed eight lives. The court has since relaxed the bail conditions and asked him not to stay in Uttar Pradesh or Delhi during the period.
Ayush Dabas, owner of Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels in Dwarka, Delhi, is eager to expand his property's facilities to meet the increasing demand for MICE events. However, existing norms make it unfeasible for hotels to increase their floor area ratio (FAR) due to restrictions on parking and ground coverage. This limitation, coupled with high FAR rates for hotels compared to commercial establishments, has hindered the growth of hotel supply in Delhi.
The study suggests that multiple regions experiencing heat extremes simultaneously could become a common occurrence in a warmer world. Many extreme events observed in 2023 align with predictions for a warmer future, including record-breaking temperatures occurring earlier in the year and cyclones intensifying rainfall extremes. Changes in the seasonality of extreme events were also noted, with heatwaves appearing in unusual seasons like spring.
PM Modi will join JDS leaders at rallies in Mysuru and Mangaluru today to boost NDA's campaign in Karnataka against Congress opposition.
BJP in Goa credits Modi govt's road infrastructure for easing commuting, allowing Congress to hold events in both Lok Sabha constituencies. BJP highlights Atal Setu and New Zuari bridge as architectural marvels showcasing 'Modi Ki Guarantee'.
In an address at the Defence Services Staff College in Wellington, Gen Pande highlighted the weaponisation of technology, especially its extension across various domains - from information to supply chains.
Coachella 2024 is set to make a comeback to the Polo Grounds for its 25th year, and music enthusiasts around the globe are eagerly anticipating a lineup brimming with exceptional performances and unforgettable experiences.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) has agreed to withdraw its circular on conducting selection trials for the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 and Asian Olympic Games Qualifier Wrestling Tournament, following a directive from the Delhi High Court. The court has instructed the trials to proceed as per the circular issued by the ad-hoc committee supervising the WFI's affairs. This development comes after the Centre suspended the WFI for not following its own constitution while taking