Morning Digest | I&B Ministry blocks BBC documentary critical of PM Modi, Opposition slams ‘censorship’; China builds new dam in Tibet near Indian border, and more
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China builds new dam in Tibet near Indian border
In a development that is a matter of concern to both India and Nepal, China is constructing a new dam on the Mabja Zangbo river in Tibet, close to the tri-junction, satellite imagery has revealed. The new dam is located around 16 km north of the tri-junction and is opposite the Kalapani area of Uttarakhand, according to sources in the security establishment.
I&B Ministry blocks BBC documentary critical of PM Modi; Opposition slams ‘censorship’
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has issued orders to block multiple YouTube videos of the first episode of the BBC documentary, “India: The Modi Question”, as well as more than 50 tweets linking to the videos. Opposition leaders have accused the government of imposing censorship through its orders.
Snowfall, rain throw life out of gear in sinking Joshimath
Life has been thrown out of gear in Joshimath after snow and rains hit the already ‘sinking’ town over the last couple of days, with those living in shelter homes suffering the additional ordeal of leaving home and living a nomadic life. The Indian Meteorological Department has predicted more snow for the town and nearby areas in the coming week.
British investigation into Gujarat riots was to address concerns of our constituents: Jack Straw
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American Airlines plane catches fire at Denver airport, passengers evacuated safely, minor injuries reported, FAA to investigate.
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Possible link between Starlink internet and cyber fraud in Myanmar-Thailand border, as Indian citizens repatriated from scam call centres.