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LIVE Top News Today: Rohit Sharma takes over from Kohli as ODI captain, Kohli to lead Test squad

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Rohit Sharma who had earlier in November taken over as full-time T20I captain from Kohli is now replaced Virat Kohli as India’s ODI captain. Ahead of South Africa tour, he will also take over from Ajinkya Rahane as the Test vice-captain. Kohli, who is currently leading the Indian test squad, had stepped down after India’s T20 World Cup campaign.

PM Modi, President Kovind, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pay tributes to CDS General Bipin Rawat, 12 others who died in Tamil Nadu chopper crash

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, president Ramnath Kovind, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday paid tributes to CDS General Bipin Rawat, 12 others who died in Tamil Nadu chopper crash.

In his tweet, PM Modi said India will never forget his exceptional service while President Kovind tweeted that the nation has lost one of its bravest sons and his four decades of selfless service to the motherland was marked by exceptional gallantry and heroism.

Indian Air Force confirms death of CDS General Bipin Rawat, wife Madhulika Rawat

The chief of defence staff General Bipin Rawat, his wife and 11 others declared dead on Wedesday near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu, the Indian Air Force confirmed. Out of 14 who was onboard in IAF chopper, 13 were declared dead in the crash.

NIA court allowed Sudha Bharadwaj bail on Rs 50,000 surety

A special NIA court on Wednesday allowed bail to lawyer-activist Sudha Bharadwaj, who was granted default bail by the Bombay High Court in Bhima Koregaon case. The lawyer could be released from prison on furnishing the surety of Rs 50,000.

13 of the 14 personnel involved in helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu confirmed dead, says ANI

13 of the 14 personnel involved in the army helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri, have been confirmed dead. However, identification of the bodies will be done via DNA testing. However, there is still not any update on the whereabouts of CDS Bipin Rawat. (ANI)

5 bodies recovered from helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu, Rajnath Singh briefs PM

At least five bodies have been recovered from the army helicopter crash in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiri, while two are critical in hospital. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh briefed about the incident PM Modi. While Air Force Chief Air Marshal VR Chaudhari is also on his way to reach Sulur airbase.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to visit Nilgiris after helicopter crash

Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin will visit the Nilgiris this evening after the helicopter crash incident between Coimbatore and Sulur. Earlier today, an army helicopter carrying senior Defence officials crashed at Coonoor in Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to brief Parliament on Army chopper crash in Tamil Nadu

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will update the Parliament about the Army chopper crashed in Tamil Nadu in which the Chief of Defence Staff, Bipin Rawat, his staff and family members were on board. Reports said 4 people dead and two have survived. Following army protocol, Singh has already briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the issue.

Army chopper crashes in Tamil Nadu, CDS Gen Bipin Rawat was on board, details awaited

An Army helicopter with four people on board, including Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, crashed in Tamil Nadu. The three who have been rescued suffered serious injuries and have been taken to the hospital in Wellington cantonment in Nilgiris district. The emergency and rescue operation teams are present at the spot and the details are awaited.

Rajya Sabha adjourned till 12 pm following ruckus by Opposition over the suspension of 12 MPs

The winter session of Parliament has witnessed several disruptions and adjournments from the first day of the Winter Session of the Parliament. The opposition is likely to be vocal about the suspension of 12 Rajya Sabha MPs for their actions during the winter session, both inside and outside the house.

Read Also: Tamil Nadu chopper crash: Who is CDS Gen Bipin Rawat?

Samyukt Kisan Morcha’s 5-member committee to hold urgent meeting today

In the latest update about the protesting farmers, Samyukt Kisan Morcha’s 5 member committee is set to hold an urgent meeting in New Delhi at 10 am today. According to reports, the SKM is set to take the final call on the farmers’ protest and is likely to stop the protest as their demands will be met.

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Parliament winter session: Government lists 15 bills, including Waqf bill

The session will kick off on November 25 and conclude on December 20.

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The government has listed five new ones and one to amend the contentious Waqf law out of 15 bills for the winter session of Parliament. The session will kick off on November 25 and conclude on December 20.

The government has introduced five new bills, including the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2024, which aims to promote coasting trade and increase the participation of Indian-flagged vessels owned and operated by Indian citizens for both national security and commercial purposes.

Another significant legislation that will be introduced by the government is the Indian Ports Bill, 2024. This bill is designed to implement measures for the conservation of ports, enhance security, and manage pollution, ensuring compliance with India’s international obligations and statutory requirements.

Additionally, the government plans to introduce the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024, which aims to meet India’s obligations under maritime treaties and support the development of Indian shipping while ensuring the efficient operation of the Indian mercantile marine in a way that serves national interests.

Pending legislation includes the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, which is awaiting consideration and passage after the joint committee of both Houses submits its report to the Lok Sabha. The committee is expected to report by the end of the first week of the winter session.

Currently, there are eight bills, including the Waqf (Amendment) Bill and the Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, pending in the Lok Sabha, while two additional bills are in the Rajya Sabha.

Furthermore, the government has also listed the Punjab Courts (Amendment) Bill for introduction, consideration, and passage, which seeks to increase the pecuniary appellate jurisdiction of Delhi district courts from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 20 lakh.

The Merchant Shipping Bill, along with the Coastal Shipping Bill and the Indian Ports Bill, is slated for introduction and eventual passage.

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International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant against Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu over war crimes

The court accused Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Gallant of crimes against humanity, including murder, persecution, inhumane acts, and the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare.

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International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant against Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu over war crimes

The International Criminal Court (ICC) today issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant over alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

The court accused Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defence Minister Gallant of crimes against humanity, including murder, persecution, inhumane acts, and the war crime of starvation as a method of warfare. The leaders allegedly restricted essential supplies such as food, water, and medical aid to civilians in Gaza, resulting in severe humanitarian crises and deaths, including among children.

Last year in October, Israel had launched attacks on Gaza in retaliation for the surprise attack by Hamas. The Israel-Hamas war has led to the death of thousands of civilians, while lakhs have been displaced. The major infrastructures in Gaza, including hospitals and schools, were also destroyed as Israel vowed to wipe out Hamas.

The International Criminal Court stated that it found reasonable grounds to believe the accused intentionally targeted civilians and limited medical supplies, forcing unsafe medical procedures, which caused immense suffering. This ruling was based on the findings from at least October 8, 2023 until at least May 20, 2024.

The court remarked that it has assessed that there are reasonable grounds to believe that PM Netanyahu and Defence Minister Gallant bear criminal responsibility as civilian superiors for the war crime of intentionally directing attacks against the civilian population of Gaza.

Furthermore, it also noted that the lack of food, water, electricity and fuel, and medical supplies created conditions of life calculated to bring about the destruction of part of the civilian population in Gaza, leading to death of civilians, including children due to malnutrition and dehydration.

Additionally, the International Criminal Court dismissed two challenges by Israel against its jurisdiction in the situation in the State of Palestine.

Notably, Israel had contested the ICC’s jurisdiction, claiming it could not be exercised without Israel’s consent. Nonetheless, the Chamber ruled that the Court has jurisdiction based on Palestine’s territorial scope, including Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. It further noted that Israel’s objections were premature, as jurisdictional challenges under the Rome Statute can only be made after an arrest warrant is issued.

Reportedly, Israel had also requested a fresh notification regarding the investigation, started in 2021. Denying the request, the court stated that Israel had earlier declined to request a deferral, making additional notifications unnecessary.

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Yogi Adityanath accords tax-free status to Sabarmati Report film in Uttar Pradesh

Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have also praised this film.

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday accorded a tax-free status to ‘The Sabarmati Report’ film, based on the train burning incident at Godhra in Gujarat in 2002, in the state.

The announcement was made after Chief Minister Adityanath attended the screening of Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna-starrer ‘The Sabarmati Report’ in Lucknow with the film’s cast.  

Speaking to reporters, actor Vikrant Massey thanked the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister for making ‘The Sabarmati Report’ film tax-free in the state. “I want to thank Yogi Adityanath ji. This is an important film and I appeal to everyone to go and watch this film,” he said.

Chief Minister Adityanath along with many of his cabinet colleagues watched the film ‘The Sabarmati Report’ under a special screening at a cinema hall in the capital, said a spokesperson of the state government.

Several people associated with the film unit were also present on the occasion. Later the chief minister announced to make this film tax-free in UP.

The BJP-ruled states have been praising the makers of The Sabarmati Report, claiming the team has tried to bring out this truth in front of the people of the country through the film.

The saffron party is appealing to people to watch this film and try to get closer to the truth of Godhra.

Uttar Pradesh becomes the sixth BJP-ruled state after Haryana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat to declare lead actors Vikrant Massey and Raashii Khanna’s film tax-free.

Adityanath said along with identifying the faces of those who are conspiring against the country for political gains, there is also a need to expose them. The film team has discharged its responsibilities to expose the truth, he said, adding an attempt has been made to bring the real truth in front of the country in a big way through the film.

The Sabarmati Report is said to be based on the incident of setting fire to a train full of ‘karsevaks’ in Godhra on February 27, 2002, killing 90 devotees. After this incident, communal riots broke out in Gujarat. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have also praised this film.

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