Morning Digest: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri to visit Dhaka on December 9 amid tensions; Centre releases ₹944 crore to Tamil Nadu for Cyclone Fengal relief, and more
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In India’s first high-level diplomatic outreach to Bangladesh since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led regime, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri will visit Dhaka on December 9, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Friday (December 6, 2024). His visit is part of “structured interactions” with Bangladesh, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said.
India issues travel advisory for Syria, advises citizens to restrict movements
The Indian government on Friday (December 6, 2024) issued a travel advisory for Syria, strongly advising Indian nationals to avoid all travel to the country until further notice. This warning comes in light of the situation prevailing in Syria, which poses significant risks to travellers.
Protesting farmers announced the suspension of their “Delhi Chalo” march after the Haryana Police used tear gas to disperse them at Shambhu on the Punjab-Haryana border on Friday (December 6, 2024). Pushing through the police barricades, they had attempted to resume their foot march to lay siege to the national capital.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the release of ₹944.80 crore to Tamil Nadu from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) for providing relief to the people affected by Cyclone Fengal, even as Chief Minister M.K. Stalin sought ₹6,675 crore towards relief and restoration in the affected districts.
The State Police on Friday arrested actor Siddique who is facing the charge of raping an aspiring actor in a hotel room in Thiruvananthapuram in 2016. Mr. Siddique, protected from judicial remand and custodial interrogation by a Supreme Court (SC) order, was later released on bail by a magistrate court.
Two days after the stampede during the premier show of Pushpa-2 at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad that resulted in the death of a woman and hospitalisation of her 8-year-old son, actor Allu Arjun took to his social media handles to express condolences and his support to the bereaved family.
Puzhal prison officials investigate fire accident that destroyed old files and cardboard boxes, possibly caused by prisoners.
ACB files case against IPS officer N. Sanjay in Andhra Pradesh. The official is accused of manipulating the tender processes for awarding contract for development and maintenance of AGNI-NOC portal, and conducting awareness meetings for SC/STs. It is alleged that the total value of properties stolen, or involved in the case is estimated at ₹1,75,86,600.
The holiday season spanning from Christmas to New Year has seen a surge in tourists visiting Mysuru with the hospitality sector announcing 100 per cent occupancy for the entire duration.
BJP leader and former MP, Prathap Simha, has backed the Mysuru City Corporation’s (MCC) proposal to name a stretch of KRS road in the city after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
Tourists flock to Visakhapatnam and Alluri Sitharama Raju districts for holidays, leading to full occupancy in hotels and attractions.
Umayalpuram Swaminatha Iyer's legacy in music and teachings remembered through stories and memories of his disciples and students.
Kalaburagi District Police Dog Squad bids emotional farewell to Reeta, a crucial part of operations and investigations.
India's vibrant startup ecosystem, driven by women, innovation, and government support, is shaping the global entrepreneurial landscape.
Mettur dam water level at 119.49 feet, inflow 2,711 cusecs, discharge 500 cusecs, near full capacity.
AAP alleges BJP plot to arrest CM Atishi in fake case to distract from election campaigning.
PMK leader questions DMK government on Vanniyar reservation, threatens to unseat in next election.