Morning Digest | NHRC issues notice to Manipur govt. over killing of 13 persons in Tengnoupal district; Centre bans onion export till March 2024, and more
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NHRC issues notice to Manipur govt. over killing of 13 persons in Tengnoupal district
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) on Friday issued notice to the Manipur government over the deaths of at least 13 people in a gunfight at Leithao village near Saibol in the Tengnoupal district. The incident took place on December 4.
RBI enhances UPI payment limits for healthcare and education
Along with steps to protect borrowers availing loans online, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday enhanced the UPI payment limits for healthcare and education from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh, and the limit on recurring e-payment mandates for credit card and insurance premia payments as well as mutual fund investments to ₹1 lakh from the current limit of ₹15,000.
Corruption and nepotism replaced by development in 10 years, says Amit Shah
Home Minister Amit Shah on December 8 said India’s youth were now looking ahead to a golden future as corruption, nepotism and casteism had been replaced by growth and development in the last 10 years. Mr. Shah, who was speaking at the 69th national conference of Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), the student wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS), added that no one believed the Ram temple could ever come to reality in Ayodhya.
Uttarakhand global investors summit: Have at least one destination wedding in Uttarakhand, PM says
COP29 draft climate finance deal proposes $250 billion annually by 2035, facing criticism for high costs and limited contributors.
NATO-Ukraine emergency talks on missile threat; Russian drones strike Sumy; Czech FM visits Kyiv; parliament session cancelled due to threat.
Kim Jong Un accuses U.S. of aggressive policy, vows to enhance defense capabilities to strengthen North Korea's strategic position.
North Korea sent troops to Russia in exchange for oil, anti-air missiles, and economic support amid Ukraine conflict.
Israeli military eliminates five Hamas militants, including commanders, in overnight raid in northern Gaza's Beit Lahia.
Netanyahu vows to defend Israel despite ICC arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Former President Bolsonaro and 36 others indicted for coup attempt to stay in power, facing potential jail time.
John Prescott: colorful British politician who brought working-class credibility to Tony Blair's government, known for his blunt style.
Susie Wiles faces challenges managing powerful interests seeking access to Trump in her role as chief of staff.
SEC Chair Gary Gensler steps down after aggressive oversight of cryptocurrencies, financial markets, and investor protection measures.
Israel and allies denounce ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, while Turkey and rights groups welcome the move.