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Former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is seeking refuge in Russia with his family. However, his wife, Asma, is battling terminal cancer. Asma, who has been suffering from leukemia for some time and her condition is reported to be critical. Assad fled to Russia on Dec 8 due to the ongoing rebellion in Syria.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced the ‘Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Convention’ on December 27 in Belagavi, celebrating Mahatma Gandhi’s 1924 Congress session centenary. Events include a CWC meeting, statue unveiling, and Khadi Mela. Shivakumar emphasized it as a tribute to Gandhiji, inviting leaders across party lines.
IRCTC’s online ticketing platform faced a significant outage on Thursday, preventing users from accessing its website and mobile app. The corporation attributed the disruption to maintenance activities, with a message on the site stating, “Due to maintenance activity, e-ticketing service will not be available.”
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has made a key decision regarding benefit shows, stating that he will adhere to what was discussed in the Telangana Assembly. He informed film industry leaders today that benefit shows will no longer be allowed in the state. Meanwhile, the meeting with film celebrities and CM Revanth is still ongoing.
Delhi Metro’s iconic TS-01 train marks 22 years of service, celebrating its journey from a four-coach to an 8-coach marvel. Launched on Dec 24, 2002, by PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, TS-01 has safely transported over 5.4 crore passengers. Recently refurbished with modern upgrades, it continues to operate on the Red Line, ensuring efficient public transport.
Adani Ports’ Mundra port welcomed its first LNG-powered vessel, the CMA CGM Fort Diamant, at Container Terminal-CT4. The 268-meter-long ship, part of a series of LNG-powered vessels, connects the Indian subcontinent with China, enhancing global trade. The event highlights Adani Ports’ focus on innovation and sustainability.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy assured Telugu film industry representatives that law and order would not be compromised following a stampede during the premiere of Allu Arjun’s ‘Pushpa 2.’ Film producers and directors, including Suresh Baby, KL Narayana, Anil Ravipudi, and Nagarjuna, met the CM in Hyderabad to discuss the issue.
At least 38 people were killed in an airplane crash in Octav, Kazakhstan, and there are suspicions of a conspiracy surrounding the incident. Several news agencies reported that the pilot made a distress call while Russia was defending against Ukraine’s drone attacks. The airplane was reportedly found with bullet marks.
Kawasaki has launched the KLX230 in India, its first road-legal dual-sport motorcycle, priced at ₹3.3 lakh (ex-showroom). Powered by a 233 cc engine producing 18.1 hp, it features a rugged design, slim fuel tank, and advanced suspension. Competing with Hero Xpulse 200, it’s the brand’s third India-made product after Ninja 300 and W175.
Ricky Ponting criticized Virat Kohli for provoking a confrontation with 19-year-old Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test at the MCG. While addressing the media, Ponting highlighted how Kohli deliberately walked across the pitch to instigate the altercation, expressing no doubt about Kohli’s intentional involvement in the incident.
