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A spokesperson announced on Wednesday that a total of 11 individuals affiliated with the United Nations, including staff and personnel, have lost their lives in the Gaza Strip as a result of the recent assault by Hamas militants against Israel. Stephane Dujarric, speaking on behalf of the UN agency responsible for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, stated, "Since this past Saturday, we tragically lost 11 UNRWA staff and personnel. Moreover, 30 UNRWA students have met the same unfortunate fate, while an additional eight students have sustained injuries."
Five coaches of the North East Express coming from Anand Vihar Terminus in Delhi derailed in Bihar on Wednesday, PTI reported citing a railway official said. He said the mishap took place close to Raghunathpur station near Buxar around 9.35 pm and there were no reports of any casualty. The train was on its way to Kamakhya near Guwahati in Assam.
India has launched Operation Ajay to bring back its citizens from the war-torn Israel, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar posted on social media platform X. The minister further noted that special charter flights and other arrangements are being put in place.
According to PTI sources, the Election Commission has taken significant action ahead of the upcoming elections in five states. Several top police and administrative officers have been reshuffled due to perceived laxity in their duties. Earlier the Election Commission of India revised Rajasthan Assembly election polling date to November 25 from November 23, 2023. "Voting will now take place on November 25," the notification said.
As per media reports, a missile fired by Hamas militants has struck Israel's Ben Gurion airport. Following the attack several flights have also been suspended. The overall death toll in the Israel-Hamas War has reportedly crossed 3,000 mark with more deaths in Israel than Palestine. Hamas militants on Saturday fired more than 5,000 rockets from the Gaza Strip toward Israel. Earlier in the day, Israeli strikes demolished several neighbourhoods in the Gaza Strip, following which, hospitals ran low on supplies and the territory's only power plant ran out of fuel.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has set up a 24-hour control room in view of the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. The control room will help monitor the situation and provide information and assistance. The contact details of the control room in New Delhi are as follows: 1800118797 (Toll-free), +91-11 23012113, +91-11-23014104, +91-11-23017905, +919968291988, situationroom@mea.gov.in, according to a release issued by the MEA. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel has set up a 24-hour emergency helpline, which can be accessed at, +972-35226748, +972-543278392, cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in.
Days after the Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested NewsClick founder-editor Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against the news website including its director on the allegations of violations of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) provisions. CBI teams conducted raids at the residence and office of Prabir Purkayastha, founder of NewsClick. The case has been registered against Prabir Purkayastha, founder of NewsClick; Jason Pfetcher, manager of Worldwide Media Holdings and Neville Roy Singham. It was alleged that the said private company had received unexplained export remittance of Rs. 28.46 Crore (approx.) through four foreign entities in violation of FCRA provisions.
President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday paid tribute to the fallen soldiers at the Army headquarters after arriving on a two-day visit to Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. The president landed at the airport in Srinagar where she was received by Lt Governor Manoj Sinha. She was also accorded a guard of honour on her first visit to the Union Territory, the officials said.
The first plane carrying US armaments landed in southern Israel on Tuesday evening, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said. "The first plane carrying US armaments has since arrived at the Nevatim Airbase in southern Israel this evening," posted IDF on X. However, the IDF did not reveal the kinds of weapons or military equipment it received.
Another strong earthquake has shaken part of western Afghanistan where a quake on Saturday killed more than 2,000. The 6.3-magnitude earthquake Wednesday morning was about 28 kilometers outside the capital of Herat province, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The earlier quake that struck Herat was also 6.3 magnitude and has been followed by several strong aftershocks.
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11 UN staff, 30 pupils at UN schools, killed in Gaza
A spokesperson announced on Wednesday that a total of 11 individuals affiliated with the United Nations, including staff and personnel, have lost their lives in the Gaza Strip as a result of the recent assault by Hamas militants against Israel. Stephane Dujarric, speaking on behalf of the UN agency responsible for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, stated, "Since this past Saturday, we tragically lost 11 UNRWA staff and personnel. Moreover, 30 UNRWA students have met the same unfortunate fate, while an additional eight students have sustained injuries."
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Several coaches of North East Superfast train derailed in Buxar
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India launches ‘Operation Ajay' for return of citizens from Israel
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Death toll of US citizens in Israel-Hamas conflict rises to 22: US Official
The United States has confirmed the deaths of at least 22 US citizens following Hamas' attack on Israel, a State Department spokesperson said on Wednesday.
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No breakthrough in 20th round of India, China military talks: MEA
India and China exchanged views in an open and constructive manner for an early and mutually acceptable resolution of the remaining issues along the Line of Actual Control in eastern Ladakh, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday, a day after the two sides concluded two days of military talks.
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EC shuffles top officers in poll-bound states over laxity
According to PTI sources, the Election Commission has taken significant action ahead of the upcoming elections in five states. Several top police and administrative officers have been reshuffled due to perceived laxity in their duties. Earlier the Election Commission of India revised Rajasthan Assembly election polling date to November 25 from November 23, 2023.
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TCS ends pandemic practice, asks all employees to work from offices
TCS on Wednesday announced that it has asked its 6.14 lakh-plus employees to work from offices. The company, the first major IT services firms to announce such a move, has asked its workforce to return to offices because of the need to deepen the value systems and a belief in productivity gains coming from co-working, TCS Chief Human Resources Officer Milind Lakkad told reporters.
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PM Modi to inaugurate Parliament-20 Summit on Oct 13
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate on Friday the meeting of Presiding Officers of Parliaments of G20 member nations that will deliberate on critical global issues such as gender equality and transforming lives through public digital programmes. The President of the Pan African Parliament will be making their inaugural participation in the P-20 Summit.
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Himachal cabinet approves Rs 4,500 cr package for disaster affected families in Shimla
The state cabinet on Wednesday gave its nod to a Rs 4,500 crore special relief package for the rain and landslide-affected families. The package was announced by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on September 30.
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Netanyahu, opposition agree to form wartime unity govt after Hamas attack
A top opposition Israeli politician says he has reached an agreement to enter a wartime unity government with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Benny Gantz, a former defence minister and military chief of staff, released what he said was a joint statement with Netanyahu.
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EAM Jaishankar meets Sri Lankan President Wickremesinghe, holds extensive discussions
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called on Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo. During their meeting, they engaged in extensive discussions aimed at enhancing the relationship between India and Sri Lanka, the President's office said. Additionally, three new bilateral agreements were signed to foster greater cooperation between the two countries, it added.
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MEA sets up 24-hour control room in view of Israel-Palestine conflict
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has set up a 24-hour control room in view of the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict. The control room will help monitor the situation and provide information and assistance.
The contact details of the control room in New Delhi are as follows: 1800118797 (Toll-free), +91-11 23012113, +91-11-23014104, +91-11-23017905, +919968291988, situationroom@mea.gov.in, according to a release issued by the MEA.
Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv, Israel has set up a 24-hour emergency helpline, which can be accessed at, +972-35226748, +972-543278392, cons1.telaviv@mea.gov.in.
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CBI registers FCRA violation case against NewsClick
Days after the Delhi Police's Special Cell arrested NewsClick founder-editor Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakraborty under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a case against the news website including its director on the allegations of violations of Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) provisions. CBI teams conducted raids at the residence and office of Prabir Purkayastha, founder of NewsClick. The case has been registered against Prabir Purkayastha, founder of NewsClick; Jason Pfetcher, manager of Worldwide Media Holdings and Neville Roy Singham. It was alleged that the said private company had received unexplained export remittance of Rs. 28.46 Crore (approx.) through four foreign entities in violation of FCRA provisions.
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EC changes date of polling for Rajasthan assembly elections to November 25
The Election Commission on Wednesday changed the date of polling for the Rajasthan assembly elections from November 23 to November 25 citing "large-scale" weddings and social engagements.
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Delegation from Ghana visits India to boost bilateral trade ties
A delegation from Ghana met the members of the over-century-old industry body Madras Chamber of Commerce in Chennai and discussed strengthening trade ties between the two countries, an official said on Wednesday. Some of the focus areas include manufacturing, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, and textiles.
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First Published: Oct 11 2023 | 7:40 AM IST
