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Uber Launches Unique Shikara Service in Dal Lake, Srinagar

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Uber Launches Unique Shikara Service in Dal Lake, Srinagar – Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir – In a move to promote tourism and provide a unique experience to visitors, Uber has launched its Shikara service in the iconic Dal Lake, Srinagar. The service, which was launched recently, allows users to book a traditional Shikara ride on the picturesque Dal Lake. The Shikaras, which are intricately designed and decorated, will be equipped with all necessary safety features and will be operated by experienced and trained drivers. This innovative move by Uber aims to…

Europe’s Controversial Wolf Protection Debate: Conservation or Conflict?

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Wolves have made a remarkable comeback in Europe over recent decades, but their resurgence has sparked tension, particularly among farmers. The European Commission is set to decide this week whether to weaken legal protections for the European grey wolf, which could lead to the legalisation of culling or hunting the animals. The proposal, backed by many farmers and EU officials, including President Ursula von der Leyen, has drawn criticism from environmental groups. They argue that the move lacks scientific backing, pointing out that the proposal is based on a report…

Wildlife Conservation Day: A Call to Protect Our Planet’s Biodiversity

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Each year, December 4 marks World Wildlife Conservation Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical need to protect wildlife and their habitats. Established in 2012 by Hillary Clinton, then U.S. Secretary of State, this day serves as a reminder of the urgent challenges facing wildlife populations, including extinction, endangerment, and the illegal wildlife trade. Despite ongoing efforts to combat these issues, wildlife crime remains a global crisis. According to recent statistics, over 41,000 species are currently at risk of extinction, representing 28% of all assessed species. This…

Trump to Attend Notre Dame Cathedral Reopening in First Foreign Visit Since Election Victory

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France’s iconic Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen its doors this Saturday, December 7, marking a triumphant comeback after a devastating fire nearly destroyed the historic landmark in 2019. The event will be highlighted by the attendance of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, making his first international trip since securing re-election in November. The grand reopening ceremony, a lavish affair, will host around 50 world leaders and dignitaries. Trump announced his participation on his platform, Truth Social, saying, “It is an honor to announce that I will be traveling to…

60 Lakh New Job Cards Issued Annually, Govt Tells Lok Sabha

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The government issues an average of 60 lakh new job cards annually under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), with deletions handled based on specific parameters, as clarified in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. Minister of State for Rural Development, Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, emphasized that Aadhaar-seeding of job cards enhances transparency and denied any central government role in card deletions. Pemmasani was addressing a question raised by Congress leader K. C. Venugopal, who claimed that over 10.43 crore MGNREGS workers’ names were deleted in the past four…

Bangladesh calls Indian diplomat amid rising tensions over Hindu monk’s arrest

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Dhaka: In a significant diplomatic development, Bangladesh’s interim government summoned Indian High Commissioner to Dhaka, Pranay Verma, to the Foreign Affairs Ministry office on Tuesday. This move comes amidst growing tensions between the two countries, which escalated following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August. The latest flashpoint in the strained relations arose late last month when Hindu monk Chinmoy Das was arrested in Bangladesh on sedition charges. The monk was detained after he allegedly violated national flag protocols by unfurling a religious flag above the Bangladeshi…

If Gaza hostages are not released: Trump vows retaliation on militants in warning to Hamas

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Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern ultimatum to Gaza militants, threatening severe consequences if hostages are not freed before he assumes office on January 20, 2025. The statement follows months of diplomatic efforts by outgoing President Joe Biden’s administration, which have so far failed to secure a resolution to the ongoing Israel-Gaza conflict or the release of hostages held for over a year. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared his intent to take decisive action if the situation remains unresolved. “If the hostages…

Google map or road to Death?: Car falls into canal, 3 lives at risk!

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Travelling by looking at the location from Google Map has become very dangerous. A few days ago, three people died when a car fell from an incomplete bridge. Once again, an accident happened due to Google Map in Bareilly district of Uttar Pradesh. A car located on Pilibhit Road in Izzat Nagar police station area of ​​Bareilly fell into the Kalapur canal due to Google Map. There were three people in the car. Police teams reached the spot as soon as the incident was reported. The police got the car…

India Successfully Tests 3,500-km K-4 Submarine Missile

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India has successfully launched a 3,500-km range K-4 nuclear-capable missile from the INS Arighaat, cementing its place as one of the few nations able to fire nuclear missiles from land, air, and underwater platforms. The confirmation came on Monday from Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, although details about the missile’s trajectory are still being reviewed. “India carried out the test, and it was successful. The relevant agencies are analyzing the missile’s trajectory, and we will soon know the results,” Admiral Tripathi said. The Navy chief also highlighted the growing…

‘Manava Sanjaram’ Concludes in Thiruvananthapuram, Celebrating Harmony

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Thiruvananthapuram: The Manava Sanjaram, led by Dr. Muhammed Abdul Hakkim Azhari, State General Secretary of Samastha Kerala Sunni Yuvajana Sangham (SYS), concluded in the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram, inspiring Malayalis with its message of human harmony and unity. The Manava Sanjaram is a friendly walk that saw religious, cultural, and political leaders marching together in solidarity, in an age of division and communal intolerance. The walk started from Kasarkode on November 16th and passed through 14 districts of Kerala with various programs. On the last day, thousands participated in this walk, which…