Israel and Iran exchanged condemnations during a tense United Nations Security Council session on April 14, following a series of provocative actions in recent weeks. Iran's unprecedented direct attack on Israeli territory, involving a swarm of explosive drones and missile fire, risked a significant escalation of hostilities. This attack came as retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on Iran's embassy compound in Syria on April 1, which resulted in the deaths of top Revolutionary Guards commanders. These events unfolded against the backdrop of months of clashes between Israel and Iran's regional allies, sparked by the conflict in Gaza.
15 April,2024 02:09 PM ISTTensions in the Middle East surged as Iran launched over 200 projectiles at Israel, purportedly in retaliation for a suspected Israeli strike on its consulate in Syria. Iran issued warnings of even stronger actions against Israel. Prime Minister Netanyahu of Israel pledged both defensive and offensive responses, citing years of preparedness for direct Iranian aggression. Israel claimed to have successfully intercepted 99% of the 300 drones and missiles fired at them. Additionally, Israel urged the UN Security Council to promptly convene and designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak condemned the Iranian strike as a dangerous escalation and expressed intent to work with allies to de-escalate tensions, seeking meetings with G7 leaders. Amidst the deepening crisis in the Middle East, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other world leaders expressed solidarity with Israel. UN Chief António Guterres and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also condemned the attack. However, amid the Israel-Iran conflict, Iran later announced the conclusion of military operations against Israel, cautioning that US support for Israel could jeopardize American bases in the region, as reported by CNN.
15 April,2024 12:15 PM ISTIsrael has put in a request with the UN Security Council to immediately convene a meeting to unequivocally condemn Iran. Soon after Israeli missiles hit the Iranian consulate in Syria, Iran vowed revenge on Israel. The attack claimed the lives of Iran’s top three Military Generals which added ‘fuel to the fire’ in the war in the Middle East. In a retaliatory move, Iran struck hundreds of UAVs, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles on Israeli soil. Israeli Envoy to UN Gilad Erdan demanded Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGP) to be designated as a “Terrorist Organisation”. Israel said that Iran poses a direct threat to international peace and violated the UN Charter. Meanwhile, Israeli PM Netanyahu on April 13 said that the country has prepared for an attack by Iran and is ready “for any scenario”.
14 April,2024 02:46 PM ISTThe makers of ‘Maidaan’ starring Ajay Devgn in the lead role hosted a special screening in Mumbai. It was attended by producer Boney Kapoor, his kids Janhvi Kapoor, Arjun Kapoor. Also present was actress Priyamani and ‘Bigg Boss 17’ fame Mannara Chopra. The film will release on April 11.
10 April,2024 06:25 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on April 04 said that one of the biggest achievement of Modi-Government is that it has carried out rescue operations abroad numerous times. “Many Indians live outside India… they travel outside India, they study outside India… In few years we had big challenges… There was a war in Ukraine…War between Israel and Gaza… there is civil war in Sudan… We have had many times to do rescue operations… One of the Modi-Government is that we tell every Indian to feel safe when outside because we are there for you,” said EAM S Jaishankar.
05 April,2024 12:13 PM ISTA deadly cyclone wreaked havoc in parts of WB’s Jalpaiguri as rain and hailstorms hit area causing major damage to life and property. As many as five people have lost their lives over 100 got injured as weather’s wrath on March 31. JGMCH Medical Superintendent said that as many as 49 are admitted and over 170 patients reported in emergency department. Taking to ‘X’, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assured supporting affected families and compensation to them. She visited Jalpaiguri to take stock of the situation and also met the victims at the hospital. WB Governor CV Ananda Bose also set up an emergency cell at Raj Bhavan to deal with storm in Jalpaiguri
01 April,2024 11:17 AM ISTAfter the death of gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari, Samajwadi Party leader and Mukhtar’s brother Afzal Ansari on March 31 accused the BJP government of Uttar Pradesh, the Police department of the state, and many other officials and leaders of being behind the planning of his brother’s death. He said that Mukhtar was poisoned to death since the leaders in power were jealous of the Ansari family’s history of freedom struggle. “The government, to cover up its crime, took the help of the media declared Mukhtar fit, and sent him to jail from the hospital. They appointed him a surgeon while there was no surgery case. God will do justice. Because of this cruel murder, the confidence in the BJP among the people of the country and state is finished. This is a matter of the Ansari family, we have a history". Watch video for more.
01 April,2024 10:26 AM ISTKareena Kapoor Khan, Kriti Sanon, and Tabu have impressed movie buffs with their acting prowess, glamour, and humour. The film was released in theatres on March 29. It is directed by Rajesh A Krishnan. The film also stars Diljit Dosanjh and Kapil Sharma. Created by Balaji Telefilms and Anil Kapoor Film & Communications Network, 'Crew' is a story of three women and is touted as a laugh-riot, set against the backdrop of the struggling airline industry. However, their destinies lead to some unwarranted situations and they get caught in a web of lies
30 March,2024 08:21 PM IST | MumbaiPrime Minister Narendra Modi on March 27 talked with BJP candidate from West Bengal’s Krishnanagar seat 'Rajmata' aka Amrita Roy. During the conversation with her PM Modi said in the current scenario in West Bengal the main challenge before her is to save the heritage of the state. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) nominated 'Rajmata' aka Amrita Roy to contest from the Krishnanagar seat in West Bengal, where she will face Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra. Her name was included in the BJP's fifth list of 111 candidates released on March 24.
27 March,2024 04:31 PM ISTFollowing the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case by ED, AAP workers have called for a 'gherao' outside Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence, denouncing the arrest. Protesters voiced slogans against the detention. Delhi Police also detained Punjab Minister and AAP leader Harjot Singh Bains along with a few AAP workers who were protesting. Speaking on the AAP protest in Delhi today, party leader Reena Gupta said, "We demand that Arvind Kejriwal should be released immediately. His arrest is illegal. PM Modi is afraid and he wants Arvind Kejriwal to not campaign for the upcoming elections. Today we will protest and nobody can stop us."Punjab Minister and AAP leader Harjot Singh Bains lashed at ED for being biased and not arresting J.P. Nadda as he accused him of money money-trailing case. He further bashed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said, “I want to ask our Prime Minister why is he so scared of Arvind Kejriwal and along with him he is also scared of us because of which he has deployed so many security personnel throughout Delhi.”
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