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Israeli strikes have killed 22 people in northern Gaza, says Palestinian officials

On Saturday, Israeli warplanes targeted military sites in Iran—supporter of both Hamas and Hezbollah—in retaliation for an Iranian ballistic missile attack earlier this month.

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Israeli strikes in northern Gaza have resulted in the deaths of at least 22 people, stated Palestinian officials adding that the majority of the victims were women and children.

The Gaza Health Ministry’s emergency service stated that 11 women and two children were killed in strikes on several homes and buildings in the northern town of Beit Lahiya late Saturday.

It stated that another 15 people were wounded and that the death toll could rise. The Ministry listed the names of those killed, most of whom came from three families.

The Israeli military claimed it conducted a precise strike targeting militants in a structure in Beit Lahiya and took measures to avoid harming civilians. However, it disputed the casualty numbers reported by the media, without providing further elaboration or evidence to support its own claims.

Israel continues to carry out daily strikes across Gaza while also engaging in air and ground operations against the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon. An Israeli airstrike on a southern neighborhood of Beirut early Sunday sent flames and smoke rising into the sky.

On Saturday, Israeli warplanes targeted military sites in Iran—supporter of both Hamas and Hezbollah—in retaliation for an Iranian ballistic missile attack earlier this month.

These escalating conflicts have heightened concerns about a potential all-out regional war pitting Israel and the United States against Iran and its militant proxies, which include the Houthi rebels in Yemen and armed groups in Syria and Iraq.

In a separate incident, a truck crashed into a bus stop near Tel Aviv, injuring 35 people, though the circumstances remain unclear. This event occurred near the headquarters of Israel’s Mossad spy agency, and while first responders treat it as a terrorist attack, the details of the assailant’s status remain unconfirmed.

In response to Israeli airstrikes on Iran, Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, expressed that the impacts of these strikes should not be understated or exaggerated. The exchange of fire raises concerns of a wider regional conflict involving Israel, the United States, Iran, and militant factions like Hamas and Hezbollah.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the strikes against Iran accomplished Israel’s objectives, severely impacting Iran’s defense capabilities. Meanwhile, the supreme leader emphasized that the authorities would determine Iran’s response.

The ongoing conflict has also seen incidents of violence within Israel, such as the recent truck attack near Tel Aviv, raising tensions amidst an already volatile situation. In the Gaza Strip, the Red Cross has described the circumstances as horrific, with severe limitations on humanitarian aid exacerbating the plight of civilians in the area.

The conflict, which began with a surprise attack by Hamas-led militants in 2023, has led to widespread devastation, with significant loss of life and dire humanitarian consequences. Both sides have reported substantial casualties, but the impact on civilian populations, including displacement and shortages of essential supplies, remains a grave concern.

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CISF denies security lapse during December 19 Parliament scuffle

CISF Deputy Inspector General (operations) Shrikant Kishore said that there was no lapse on the part of the force. He also clarified that no weapons were allowed.

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CISF denies security lapse during December 19 Parliament scuffle

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) on Monday affirmed that there was no security lapse on its part during the scuffle that broke out between NDA and INDIA bloc MPs last Thursday. The CISF was tasked to guard the Parliament House Complex.

Addressing a press conference, CISF Deputy Inspector General (operations) Shrikant Kishore said that there was no lapse on the part of the force. He also clarified that no weapons were allowed.

When asked about the counter-allegations made by the parliamentarians on who pushed whom, Shrikant Kishore said that the force will choose to keep quiet when the MPs make allegations. He also added that the CISF was not conducting any inquiry into the incident that took place at the Makar Dwar of the Parliament House Complex.

Earlier on Thursday, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and other INDIA bloc MPs staged protests in the Parliament complex, demanding an apology and resignation from Union home minister Amit Shah over his remarks about Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar.

During a face-off with NDA MPs, two BJP MPs Pratap Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput sustained head injuries. Following the incident, the BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of pushing the two lawmakers.

Pratap Sarangi, the 70-year-old MP from Balasore Odisha, claimed that Rahul Gandhi shoved Mukesh Rajput, causing both MPs to fall. Sarangi reportedly sustained injuries to his forehead and knee during the incident. The BJP MPs were later admitted to ICU in Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital. They have now been discharged from hospital.

The Congress strongly denied the claim, alleging that BJP MPs pushed its chief Mallikarjun Kharge and physically manhandled Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi.

Reportedly, the Delhi Police registered an FIR against Rahul Gandhi, hours after the BJP filed a complaint, accusing him of physical assault and incitement.

Meanwhile, addressing a press conference on Thursday, Rahul Gandhi narrated that they were going to the House, when the BJP MPs were standing at the gate to stop us. He added that the Home Minister should resign and apologise, and that the government wants to divert attention. 

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Centre scraps no-detention policy for Class 5, 8 students

The official notification stated that if the child appearing in the re-examination fails to fulfil the promotion criteria again, he shall be held back in fifth class or eighth class, as the case may be. 

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Centre scraps no-detention policy for Class 5, 8 students

In a major change in school education, the central government has scrapped the no-detention policy for classes 5 and 8 in schools governed by it. This move will now allow the authorities to fail students who do not clear the year-end exams.

Reportedly, around 16 states and two Union Territories have already done away with the no-detention policy for the two grades after an amendment to the Right to Education Act (RTE) in 2019.

As per an official notification, if the students fail to clear the annual exams, they will be given additional coaching and an opportunity to take a re-exam within two months of the results.

The official notification stated that if the child appearing in the re-examination fails to fulfil the promotion criteria again, he shall be held back in fifth class or eighth class, as the case may be. 

It added that during the holding back of the child, the class teacher shall guide the child as well as the parents of the child, if necessary, and provide specialised inputs after identifying the learning gaps at various stages of assessment.

The government notification also clarified that no child can be expelled by any school until their education is complete. According to the senior Education Ministry officials, the notification will apply to more than 3,000 schools run by the central government, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navaodyala Vidyalayas and Sainik Schools.

Reports said that since school education is a state subject, states can make their decision in this regard. Notably, as of now 16 states and 2 UTs including Delhi have done away with the no-detention policy for these two classes. Meanwhile, Haryana and Puducherry have not made any decision yet, while remaining states and UTs have decided to continue with the policy, a senior official said.

Under the aegis of the no-detention policy, even if students failed the annual class 5 or class 8 exams, they were not allowed to be detained in the same class. In case a student failed the final 5th or 8th exams, they would be promoted. This same rule was applicable till Class 8. This amendment has now done away with the policy and students can be detained if they fail the year-end exam.

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Bangladesh requests India’s assistance for Sheikh Hasina’s return amid turmoil

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Bangladesh requests India to facilitate Sheikh Hasina's return amid political crisis

Bangladesh has formally requested India to facilitate the return of Sheikh Hasina, the deposed Prime Minister of the country, who has been residing in India since August 5, 2024. The interim government in Dhaka has sent a diplomatic note to the Indian government, urging the extradition of the 77-year-old leader, who fled Bangladesh following mass protests that led to the downfall of her 16-year-long regime.

Sheikh Hasina, leader of the Awami League, has been living in exile in India since she was forced to leave amid growing political unrest in Bangladesh. In the wake of her departure, the Dhaka-based International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) issued arrest warrants against Hasina, her ministers, advisors, and former military and civil officials, accusing them of “crimes against humanity and genocide.”

Touhid Hossain, the foreign affairs adviser in Bangladesh’s interim government, confirmed the diplomatic communication, saying, “We have sent a note verbale to the Indian government requesting her return for the judicial process in Bangladesh.”

In addition to the note, Jahangir Alam, the Home Advisor, revealed that the government has also sent a formal letter to India’s External Affairs Ministry, emphasizing the need for Hasina’s extradition. He mentioned that there is an existing extradition treaty between the two countries, which could be invoked to facilitate her return.

The diplomatic request comes in the wake of a visit by India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, to Bangladesh. During his visit, Misri engaged in candid and constructive discussions with Nobel laureate and Chief Advisor of Bangladesh’s interim government, Muhammad Yunus. Misri also raised concerns over the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindus, and discussed the increasing tensions between the two countries. According to reports, the issue of Hasina’s stay in India was one of the topics of discussion during Misri’s visit. Yunus reportedly expressed concern over the political statements made by Hasina from her location in India, which have reportedly been exacerbating tensions.

Sheikh Hasina, speaking in a virtual address to Awami League supporters in London, criticized the interim government of Bangladesh and accused Yunus of running a “fascist regime.” She alleged that the new regime under Yunus’s leadership had led to increased attacks on religious minorities and accused the interim government of undermining Bangladesh’s democratic progress. Hasina also lamented the reversal of her administration’s achievements in poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, and the strengthening of democracy.

The political climate in Bangladesh remains fraught with tension as the interim government faces mounting pressure, both domestically and internationally, over its treatment of opposition leaders and political dissent. The unfolding situation continues to capture attention both within Bangladesh and abroad, particularly with regard to the potential return of Sheikh Hasina.

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