Christmas preparations are going on all over the world. This festival is a Christian festival, but it is celebrated in every religion. There are 2.3 pious Christians in India, but government holidays are given in India on this festival. Recently, after the coup in Syria, many poor people expressed concern about the security of Christians in Syria during this festival.
After Christianity, the second largest religion in the world is Islam. Both of these religions originated in Palestine. Despite many similarities in both religions, there is a huge difference between Christian countries and Islamic countries. Now the question is whether, like India, there are government holidays to celebrate this festival in Islamic countries as well.
Where people of Christianity do not consider Jesus to be the son of God, people of Muslim religion consider Jesus to be a prophet (messenger of God).
Muslim countries where there are no Christmas holidays
People of the Christian religion live in almost all Muslim countries, but in countries like Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Libya, Afghanistan, and Iran, there is no government holiday during Christmas. However, this festival is celebrated by Christians, and in the areas of Christian influence in both countries, people of the Muslim community also participate in it.
Who leads the Khalistan Zindabad Force, whose 3 henchmen were killed in an encounter in Pilibhit today?
Punjab Police and the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force carried out an encounter in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, today. Khalistan Zindabad Force (KZF)’s Virendra Singh alias Ravi, Gurvinder Singh, and Jasanpreet Singh were killed in this encounter.
Punjab Police and Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force had an encounter in Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh, today. Khalistan Zindabad Force’s (KZF’s) active members, Virendra Singh, alias Ravi, Gurvinder Singh, and Jasanpreet Singh, were killed in an encounter today. Punjab Police DGP has posted a post on social media regarding this encounter. From which much information is available about this entire encounter and this Khalistani organization.
According to DGP Punjab Police, an encounter was conducted against Pakistan’s ISI operatives in Punjab, with UP Police and Punjab Police working together. Due to their joint effort, three operatives of the Khalistan Zindabad Force were killed at Thana Puranpur, Pilibhit. Two AK rifles and two Glock pistols have been recovered from the encounter site.
Where are the three operators from?
According to Punjab Police, all three operatives—Vinder Singh (alias Ravi), Gurwinder Singh, and Jashanpreet Singh (alias Pratap Singh)—are residents of Thana Kalanaur and are accused of attacking Bakshiwala Police Station, Kalanaur.
According to reports in the media, all of their families are doing the labour work. Punjab police claim that these operatives were controlled by Ranjeet Singh Neeta, the head of Khalistan Zindabad Force.
Who operates the Khalistan Zindabad Force?
Khalistan Zindabad Force is run by Jaswinder Singh Mannu, who is said to reside in Greece, the DGP has revealed. Punjab Police says Jaswinder Singh Mannu is a resident of Agwan. Besides Ranjeet Singh Neeta and Jaswinder Singh Mannu, the name Jagjit Singh is also surfacing among those operating the Khalistan Zindabad Force.
Jagjit Singh resides in the UK and serves in the British Army, claims the Punjab Police. He is said to run this organization in the name of Fateh Singh Baggi. The Punjab Police have thanked the Uttar Pradesh Police for their help in this encounter.
PM of Bharat honoured with Kuwait’s highest honour, ‘The Order of Mubarak Al Kabeer’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for Delhi after completing his two-day visit to Kuwait at the invitation of Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Earlier in Kuwait, the meeting between PM Modi and His Highness the Amir of Kuwait, Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, discussed enhancing cooperation in the areas of trade, investment, energy, defence, security, health, education, technology, etc. Along with this, PM Modi also held talks with his counterpart Sheikh Ahmed Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. On the second day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, Bharat and Kuwait agreed to elevate their relations to the strategic partnership level.
Various MoUs signed in a delegation-level meeting
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, during the meeting between PM Modi and His Highness the Emir, both leaders expressed hope that the relations between Bharat and Kuwait will become even stronger in the coming times. PM Modi also met Kuwait Prime Minister Hamad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah and Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Hamad Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah.
Crown Prince organized a banquet in honour of Modi
The Ministry of External Affairs said Bharat-Kuwait bilateral relations are progressing well, and their elevation to the level of strategic partnership is welcome. Both countries emphasized close coordination between the two sides at the United Nations and other multilateral forums. The Crown Prince organized a banquet in honour of Modi. PM Modi and His Highness the Amir recalled the strong historical and friendly relations between the two countries during their meeting.
During his meeting with PM Modi, Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah appreciated the contribution of the large and vibrant Bharatiya community in the development of Kuwait. His Highness the Amir expressed hope for Bharat’s big role in realizing Kuwait Vision 2035. At the same time, the Prime Minister invited His Highness the Amir and Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmed Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah to visit Bharat.
Agreements made in the fields of culture, sports and solar energy
The MoU on defence cooperation between Bharat and Kuwait will institutionalize bilateral relations in this field. This includes training, sending personnel specialists to each other, joint military exercises, cooperation in the defence industry, supply of defence equipment, and cooperation in research and development.
The two countries signed an agreement for a cultural exchange program between 2025 and 2029, under which art, music, dance, literature, theatre, etc. will be organized. Cooperation will be done in the preservation of cultural heritage.
The visits of sports leaders will take place under the agreement reached on the executive program in the sports sector between the years 2025-2028. This includes participation in sports programs and the exchange of expertise in sports medicine, sports management, sports media, sports science, etc.
A memorandum was also signed for Kuwait’s membership in the International Solar Alliance (ISA). This alliance collectively helps member countries to move on the path of development with low carbon emissions with the use of solar energy.
Discussion on these issues between both nations
The Ministry of External Affairs said that during the talks, the two leaders discussed a roadmap to strengthen strategic partnership in areas including politics, trade, investment, energy, defence, security, health, education, technology, cultural, and people-to-people relations.
The Ministry of External Affairs also said that the two leaders emphasized deepening economic cooperation. Prime Minister Modi also invited a delegation of the Kuwaiti Investment Authority and other stakeholders to visit Bharat to explore new opportunities in energy, defence, medical equipment, pharma, and food parks, among others.
Cooperation in traditional medicine and agricultural research was also discussed
According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the two leaders also discussed cooperation in traditional medicine and agricultural research. They welcomed the recent signing of the Joint Cooperation Commission (JCC).
PM Modi honoured with Kuwait’s highest honour
At the same time, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was also honoured with the Order of Mubarak Al Kabir. Prime Minister Modi shared his photo and wrote that he is very proud to receive this honour from the Amir of Kuwait. He dedicated this honour to the 1.4 billion people of Bharat, the Bharat community settled in Kuwait, and Bharat-Kuwait relations.
Kuwait awards its highest award as a symbol of friendship to heads of state, foreign rulers, and members of foreign royal families. Earlier, this honour was given to personalities like Bill Clinton, Prince Charles, and George Bush.
Guard of Honour at the Royal Palace
Prime Minister Modi was given a guard of honour on reaching the Royal Palace before being given the highest honour. He was welcomed by Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al Sabah, present at the Bayan Palace. During this, bilateral talks were also held between them. Giving detailed information about this meeting, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that there was a discussion on raising Bharat-Kuwait relations to a strategic partnership. He said that during this time the Prime Minister thanked His Highness the Amir for the steps taken towards the welfare of the Bharatiya community.
Hindu genocide is going on in USA-backed Yunus’s Bangladesh, but the world has time only for Palestine
Hindu minorities are consistently facing attacks from Muslim radicals in Islamic Bangladesh and Pakistan. 2200 attacks took place on minorities, especially Hindus from Pakistan and Bangladesh, which exposed the propaganda of Yunus, Chief Advisor of the Interim Government of Bangladesh.
Bharat’s Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirtivardhan Singh, said in the Parliament that till December 8, 2024, 2200 attacks had taken place against minorities (especially Hindus), including tribals in Bangladesh, while till October this year, 112 incidents of attacks have been reported in Pakistan.
Since the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in Bangladesh because of the USA’s deep state planned student protest, which tarnished the image of the country, there has been harsh violence against Bangladeshi Hindus, but the followers of interim government chief Yunus and the chief himself are not ready to accept the reality. Now the Bharatiya government has revealed the violence in the lies of Bangladesh.
In a reply given in Parliament, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh said that till December 8, 2024, there have been 2200 attacks against minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh, while since October this year, 112 incidents of violence have been reported in Pakistan. Or it is clear from this that the demons of Bangladeshi friendship are also coming out on a large scale against Pakistan.
Minister of State for External Affairs Kirtivardhan Singh told in the data released in Parliament that while 47 attacks were reported against students and other minorities in Bangladesh in the year 2022, this number was 241 in Pakistan. After this, in 2021, 302 cases were reported in Bangladesh and 103 in Pakistan. At the same time, violence against tribals is in full swing in Bangladesh this year. Till December 8, 2024, 2200 cases of violence were reported in Bangladesh, and this number is 112 in Pakistan.
The Minister of State for External Affairs said that the government has selected these incidents of violence, and such incidents have come to the notice of the Bangladesh government. The government expects the Bangladesh government to take strict and necessary steps to protect the tribals and other minorities. The same message was given during the visit of the Secretary of Foreign Affairs to Bangladesh. The Bharatiya Embassy in the capital, Dhaka, has also been closely watching the incidents of attacks.
Along with this, the Minister of State for External Affairs also said that the Government of Bharat has urged Pakistan to take steps to stop religious discrimination, communal violence, systemic violence, and suppression of the minority community and ensure their safety, protection, and welfare. “Bharat continues to engage with minorities in Pakistan at international forums,” the minister said.
The minister said that cases of violence against tribals and other minorities in other neighbouring countries (excluding Pakistan and Bangladesh) are zero. He was asked about the total number of cases of violence against Hindus and other minorities in neighbouring countries during the last three years, country-wise and year-wise; steps taken or suggested by the ministry for the protection of minorities, including national emergency and relief actions.
Zero cases of violence, excluding Bangladesh and Pakistan
He further said that Bharat has been consistently highlighting the plight of minorities in Pakistan at appropriate international forums. Cases of violence against Hindus and other minorities in other neighbouring countries (except Pakistan and Bangladesh) are ‘zero’.
Keeping a close watch: Minister
The minister said Bharat is closely watching the situation relating to minorities in Bangladesh. The country has conveyed Bharat’s concerns about the need to ensure the safety of Hindus and all other minority communities. He informed me that the Bharatiya government has repeatedly appealed to the country’s government to ensure the safety of Hindus and other minorities. He said that the Bangladesh government had deployed an army and border guards to enhance security after attacks during Durga Puja.
Hey world, Raise your voice and provide every type of help to Bangladeshi and Pakistani Hindus like you did for Palestinians.
Rahul Gandhi’s tension increased as Bharat’s ruling political party BJP’s female MP made serious allegations
The political battle in Bharat’s parliament over Home Minister Amit Shah’s comment on Br. Ambedkar has now reached the police station. The ruling party (BJP) and opposition MPs have accused each other’s leaders of the scuffle. A complaint has even been lodged with the police. However, Congress MP Rahul Gandhi seems badly surrounded by this controversy. Many BJP MPs have complained to Rahul Gandhi at Parliament Street police station in New Delhi.
Meanwhile, a BJP MP from Nagaland State has made many serious allegations against Rahul Gandhi. A female Member of Parliament, Fanong Konyak, has created an uproar by saying that Rahul Gandhi has misbehaved with her. Fanong Konyak comes from the Scheduled Tribe community. In such a situation, the point to be discussed is whether a case can be registered against Rahul under the SC/ST Act of India.
BJP’s female MP Fanong Konyak said, ‘When I was protesting against Congress on Ambedkar, then opposition leader Rahul Gandhi came very close to me. He started shouting at me. I did not like it.’ However, Rahul Gandhi has said that he was prevented from entering Parliament House. On the other hand, the BJP is alleging that Rahul has attacked many MPs. In such a situation, Rahul seems to be surrounded from all sides.
Will a case be registered against Rahul Gandhi under SC-ST?
BJP MPs Mukesh Rajput and Pratap Sarangi (a man in politics with common life) have already named R. Gandhi and accused him of attack. Meanwhile, Nagaland’s female MP, Fanong Konyak, who comes from the SC-ST category, has also created a storm by accusing Rahul Gandhi of misbehaviour. In such a situation, the point to be discussed is whether a case will be registered against Rahul Gandhi under SC-ST. Can the police arrest Rahul Gandhi after registering a case under SC-ST?
What does the Supreme Court of Bharat’s lawyer have to say?
Supreme Court lawyer Ravi Shankar Kumar says, ‘Look, this matter is not completely clear yet. It is also not known whether an FIR has been registered against R. Gandhi or not. Because the matter is inside the Parliament premises, the police will first obtain CCTV footage. If Rahul Gandhi’s activity is seen in the CCTV footage, then after the consent of the Lok Sabha Speaker, Delhi Police can register a case against Rahul Gandhi. As far as the ST woman MP is concerned, if she complains, then certainly the police can register a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)’.
Senior politicians and ministers blamed Rahul Gandhi
Today morning, Leader of the House and Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju blamed R. Gandhi for using force against BJP women MPs at the doorway of Parliament. After this, unrest started in the house. The Chairman adjourned the proceedings of the Rajya Sabha for the day.
In brief, the fight between the BJP and Congress over the Ambedkar issue that started in Parliament has now reached the streets and police stations. In response to the BJP, Congress MPs have also alleged that BJP MPs have pushed them. BJP alleges that many MPs have been injured due to Rahul Gandhi’s push, while Congress alleges that BJP MPs were stopping them from entering the Parliament. Meanwhile, a BJP MP from the SC-ST category has created madness by saying that R. Gandhi came very close to me, which made me discomfiting. However, the female MP has complained about R. Gandhi to the Rajya Sabha Chairman. So far, the female MP has not complained to the Delhi Police.
Ravichandran Ashwin: Legendary spinner announces emotional retirement from international cricket
Legendary off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket. After the 3rd test at the Gabba Cricket Stadium was drawn, Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement, saying that this was his last day as a cricketer for India. But he will continue to play club cricket, including IPL. He will return to play for the IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025.
When the match stopped on day 5 of the 3rd Test, the members of Team India were present in the dressing room. Ravichandran Ashwin was sitting with Virat Kohli and was saying something emotional with tearful eyes, to which Kohli smiled and hugged him.
Ashwin said in a joint press conference with captain Rohit Sharma after the third Test was drawn in Brisbane, ‘I will not take much of your time. This is my last day as a cricketer of the Indian team.’
After Ashwin left, Rohit said, ‘He is very confident about his decision. We should respect his wish.’ Before announcing his retirement, he was seen getting emotional with Virat Kohli in the dressing room. BCCI wrote on the X, ‘Ashwin has been synonymous with dexterity, skill, talent and innovation.’
‘I have played with you for 14 years, and when you told me that you are retiring today, it made me a little emotional, and memories of all those years of playing together came to my mind. I have enjoyed every moment of the journey with you. Ash, your skill and match-winning contribution to Indian cricket are second to none and you will always be remembered as a legend of Indian cricket. All the best to your family and to all that comes your way in life. With great respect and lots of love to you and your loved ones. Thank you for everything, friend!
Legendary man with legendary records
The 38-year-old spinner is the second-highest wicket-taker for India. He has a total of 537 Test wickets to his name. He is only behind Anil Kumble (619 wickets). In Test cricket, he has taken 5 wickets in an innings for India the most number of times, 37 times. At the same time, he has won the most Player of the Series awards (11 times), which is equal to Muralitharan. As a spinner, his bowling strike rate is 50.7 (200+ wickets), which is the highest.
Ravichandran Ashwin’s bowling record in Tests has been quite impressive. This spinner from Tamil Nadu made his Test debut against the West Indies in Delhi in November 2011 and has been in the Test team continuously since then. Ashwin has taken 537 wickets in 106 Test matches at an average of 24.00. During this time, Ashwin took five wickets in an inning 37 times. At the same time, he took 10 wickets in a match 8 times. His best performance in an inning is 7/59. While his best performance in a Test match has been 13/140.
The 38-year-old legendary spinner has taken 156 wickets in 116 ODIs at an average of 33.20. His best bowling analysis in ODIs was four wickets for 25 runs. On the other hand, he took 72 wickets in 65 T20 Internationals at an average of 23.22. His best performance in T20 internationals has been four wickets for eight runs.
If we talk about batting record, the legendary spinner has been very good, especially in Test matches. Ashwin scored 3503 runs in 151 Test innings at an average of 25.75. During this, 6 centuries and 14 half-centuries came from his bat. In ODI International, he has scored 707 runs in 63 innings. Whereas in T20 International, Ashwin could score only 184 runs in 19 innings.
Justin Trudeau is going to resign, Is the anti-India Canadian government going to fall?
The problems of anti-India Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are not reducing. He is already facing opposition from the people in his country. Trudeau’s popularity is being shown falling in all the pre-election surveys. Meanwhile, Jagmeet Singh, leader of Canada’s so-called (Khalistan) party NDP, has demanded Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to resign. The NDP was part of the minority government led by Justin Trudeau until a few months ago. However, it withdrew support just before the election because of Trudeau’s falling popularity.
Trudeau’s popularity is continuously declining
According to a news agency report, the Ipsos poll released recently showed that Liberal support has decreased by 5 points since September, falling to 21%, bringing them on par with the New Democratic Party. Speaking to a news agency, IPS Global Public Affairs CEO Darrell Bricker said, “What we’re seeing here is that progressive voters are beginning to decide to reconsider the NDP. We know that one of the largest voter groups in the Canadian population these days are Liberal-NDP switchers.”
Canada’s so-called Khalistan politician Jagmeet Singh has demanded Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resign. He said that the economic crisis of Canadians is increasing continuously. At the same time, the ruling Liberals and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are busy with themselves. Till some months ago, Jagmeet’s NDP was part of Trudeau’s government.
According to a report by a Canada-based news agency, when Jagmeet was asked if he would support the no-confidence motion, he said that “all options” were open. He made this comment hours after Chrystia Freeland resigned from the post of Canada’s Finance Minister. Speaking to reporters in Ottawa, Jagmeet said that Canadians are facing an economic crisis in many ways, ranging from expensive groceries to tremendous increases in domestic prices and the threat of increased tariffs in the US after Donald Trump took office.
Charges levelled against Justin Trudeau and the Liberals
So-called Khalistan politician Jagmeet Singh said, “Instead of focusing on these issues, Justin Trudeau and the Liberals are focusing on their political benefit. They are fighting themselves instead of fighting for Canadians. And for that reason, today I am calling on Justin Trudeau to resign.” He said, “He has to go.” The NDP recently supported Trudeau’s ruling Liberal Party to win a confidence vote.
What did the opposition parties demand?
During Question Hour on Monday, leaders of the opposition Conservative Party repeatedly demanded the government to either seek a vote of confidence in the House of Commons or go to Rideau Hall and request the Governor General to call a snap election. In his statement outside the House of Commons just before Question Hour, Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre said, “Justin Trudeau has lost control of the government, and yet he is clinging to power.”
Opposition’s big allegation on Jagmeet Singh
He further said, “We cannot accept this kind of chaos, division, and weakness while we are expecting 25% tariffs from our largest trading partner and closest ally (the US).” He said that America’s newly elected President Donald Trump “can recognize weakness from a mile away.” He stressed that Trudeau has been able to save the chair due to the support of Jagmeet Singh. Meanwhile, government leader in the House of Commons, Karina Gould, said that the government has been able to win the confidence of the House of Commons in several confidence votes held recently.
India – Sri Lanka Ties: Many agreements signed in PM Modi & President Anura’s meet
Several MoUs were exchanged between the two countries in New Delhi in the presence of Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is on a visit to India. On Monday, the second day of the state visit, President Draupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Dissanayake at Rashtrapati Bhavan. On this occasion, both countries exchanged MoUs.
The Ministry of External Affairs said, ‘A new milestone in the India-Sri Lanka partnership. Extensive discussions were held between the Indian and Sri Lankan delegations led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Both sides reviewed the comprehensive India-Sri Lanka partnership and agreed on a roadmap to deepen relations for the mutual benefit of the two countries and the region.’
Achieved tremendous success in digitizing
After this, PM Modi and Dissanayake held a joint press conference. During this, the Sri Lankan President said, ‘India has achieved tremendous success in digitizing public services. Sri Lanka is also moving on the same path. PM Modi has assured me of support in this effort.’
PM Modi expressed gratitude to the Sri Lankan President
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, ‘I welcome President Dissanayake to India. We are happy that, as President, you have chosen India for your first foreign state visit. Today’s visit is infusing new momentum and energy into our relations. We have adopted a forward-looking vision for our partnership. In our economic cooperation, we have emphasized investment-led growth and connectivity. We have decided that physical, digital, and energy connectivity will be important pillars of our partnership. Work will be done for electricity grid connectivity and multi-petroleum pipelines’
He said, ‘When the Pali was given classical language status in India, it was also celebrated in Lanka. Ferry service and Chennai-Jaffna flight connectivity have promoted tourism and strengthened our cultural ties. We have decided that after the successful launch of Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai ferry services, now ferry service will be started between Rameswaram and Talaimannar in India.’
‘India will remain a reliable partner in Sri Lanka’s development’
He further said, ‘Work will also be done to realise the immense potential of tourism through the Buddhist circuit and Ramayana trail of Sri Lanka. We also discussed issues related to the livelihood of fishermen. We agreed that we should move forward with a humanitarian approach in this matter. We also talked about construction and reconciliation in Sri Lanka.
President Dissanayake told me about his inclusive approach. We hope that the Lankan government will fulfil the aspirations of the Tamils and fulfil its commitment to fully implement the Sri Lankan Constitution and hold provincial council elections. I have assured President Dissanayake that India will continue to be a reliable partner in many ways in Sri Lanka’s development efforts.’
PM Modi said, ‘We fully agree that our security interests are interlinked. We have decided to finalize the defence cooperation agreement soon. Cooperation on hydrography has also been agreed upon. We believe that the Colombo Security Conference is an important platform for regional peace, security, and development. Under this, cooperation will be increased on topics like maritime security, combating terrorism, cyber security, fighting against smuggling and organized crime, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief. The mutual relations between the people of India and Sri Lanka are linked to our civilizations.’
Assistance of five billion dollars has been given: PM Modi
He said, ‘India has provided credit lines and granted assistance of five billion dollars to Lanka so far. We have cooperation in all 25 districts of Sri Lanka, and the selection of our projects is always based on the development priorities of the partner countries. Taking our development cooperation forward, we have decided to provide grant assistance for the rehabilitation of the Maho-Anuradhapuram railway section and the signalling system of Kankesanthurai Port.
Under education cooperation, monthly scholarships will be given to 200 students in universities in Jaffna and Eastern Province from next year. 1500 civil servants of Lanka will be trained in India in the next five years. Along with housing, renewable energy, and infrastructure, India will also cooperate for the development of agriculture, dairy, and fisheries in Sri Lanka. India will also participate in the Unique Digital Identity Project in Lanka.’
Paves the way for further development of cooperation between the two countries
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said, ‘This is my first foreign visit after becoming the President of Lanka. I am very happy that I could come to Delhi on my first state visit. I would like to thank India for inviting me and for the warm welcome. I want to thank PM Modi and President Murmu. This visit has strengthened the relations between the two countries.
Danger for 18000 Indians living in America; Trump is coming with a strict policy
US President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath as President of the United States of America in January 2025. After Trump’s swearing-in, America is moving towards strict immigration policies. According to recent data from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), out of 1.45 million (14.5 lakh) illegal immigrants, 18,000 Indians are also in danger of deportation from the US.
India has the third-most illegal immigrants living in the US
The number of Indians living illegally in the US is almost 7.25 lakh, due to which India is in third place in terms of illegal immigrants. A report by the Pew Research Center has revealed this. The countries that are in first and second place on this list are Mexico and El Salvador. This list shows the amount of unofficial immigration in America. The US ousted a group of illegal Indian immigrants via a chartered aeroplane in collaboration with the Government of India on October 23, 2024. This action shows an organized action to control the increasing number of illegal immigrants in the US.
India’s name is also there among the 15 countries that have been blamed for not collaborating with the deportation operation of the US government. Approximately 90,000 Indians have been detected illegally entering the border of the US in the last three years, the report said.
What are the challenges?
A large group of Indian people living illegally in the US is trying to legalize their status as citizens of America, but the process is filled with challenges. This figure of approx. 90000 Indians living illegally in the US shows the continuing frustration among immigrants.
Also, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has included India in the list of “non-cooperative” countries due to the delays in verifying the citizenship of people facing deportation. According to United States officials, many countries, including India, are supposed to do timely tasks like interviewing, issuing documents for the deportation process, and accepting deportees through chartered or commercial flights.
“Currently, ICE considers India, China, Russia, Bhutan, Cuba, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Hong Kong, Laos, Iran, Myanmar, Venezuela, Somalia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Pakistan; a total of 15 countries are non-cooperative in the deportation process, due to which America is facing problems,” Immigration and Customs Enforcement said.
Guatemala is in 4th place on the list with more than 6,50,000 illegal immigrants living illegally in the US, while the 5th place is occupied by Honduras. The large number of illegal Indian immigrants in the US shows that India is playing a big role in the overall problem of illegal migration in America. US President-elect Donald Trump has given priority to deportation and border security in his previous term, so it is expected that he could repeat the same in his next term, starting in January 2025. So the regime change in the United States has increased tension among Indian immigrants living illegally in the US, as policies could become stricter than before.
18000 Indians are in danger
According to the Pew Research Center report, approximately 18000 Indians living in the US are among the total 1.45 million people who are in danger of being deported after Trump comes into power. The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) said that Trump’s border security agenda is to deport illegal immigrants living in the United States without proper documents. President-elect Trump will take the oath as President of the US on January 20, 2025. He is a hardcore supporter of a strict immigration policy for immigrants living illegally in the USA.
Many Indians had to survive a long legal process
Approximately 18000 Indians have been put on the list of final orders who are not in the detention of Immigration and Customs Enforcement but are waiting to be deported. Many of these Indians have survived the legal process for more than 3 years. In the Pew Research Center report, India’s name is included among the 15 countries that have been blamed for not cooperating with the deportation procedure.
‘Pushpa 2’ Movie Screening Stampede: Allu Arjun released from jail after one night
Actor Allu Arjun came to the Sandhya Theater in Hyderabad for the ‘Pushpa 2’ film’s screening on December 4 without informing anyone. As a result, the fans get eager to meet Allu Arjun. A large number of fans tried to enter the theatre with him. A massive crowd gathered in the theatre, and then people started having trouble breathing.
The police did a mild lathi charge to control the crowd. After the crowd decreased, the people who fainted due to suffocation were admitted to the hospital. But during this time, the doctor in the hospital declared a woman dead. Due to the stampede, the allegations came against the actor, and later he was arrested by the Telangana Police.
Pushpa-2 actor Allu Arjun was released after 18 hours from Chanchalguda Central Jail at around 6.30 am on Saturday. His father Allu Arvind and father-in-law, Kancharla Chandrasekhar Reddy, had come to the jail to pick him up. After his release from jail, actor Allu Arjun reached Geeta Arts Production House.
After visiting Geeta Arts Production House, Allu Arjun reached his house in Hyderabad at around 9 am. He went inside his house after hugging his mother. Then he met his family members. After that, he came out again and talked to the media.
Allu Arjun’s first reaction after release from jail
After being released from jail, actor Allu Arjun said, “I thank all the fans for their love and support. There is nothing to worry about. I am fine. I am a law-abiding citizen. I once again express my condolences to the victim’s family. This was an unfortunate incident. We are sorry for what happened.”
The Telangana police arrested the actor on 13 December at noon. He was blamed for reaching Sandhya Theater in Hyderabad on 4 December without informing during the premiere of the Pushpa-2 movie. Due to his presence, a huge crowd gathered at the theatre, and a stampede occurred. Unfortunately, a woman died and many people were injured.
The actor got interim bail
After the arrest, actor Allu Arjun was assembled in the local court at 4 pm, from where he was sent to judicial custody for 14 days. Allu Arjun had appealed to the Telangana High Court for interim bail.
At 5 pm, he got interim bail on a personal bond of Rs. 50 thousand. Meanwhile, Allu Arjun was taken to Chanchalguda Central Jail and was kept in a Class-1 barrack.
It was expected that Allu Arjun would be released on Friday night itself, but this did not happen. The jail administration had said that they did not receive a copy of the court order.
What did the actor’s lawyer say?
Allu Arjun’s lawyer, Shok Reddy, said, “Allu Arjun has now been released from jail. The jail administration was given a copy of the High Court order, but he was not released earlier. This is an illegal detention; we will take legal action. The jail administration will have to answer.”
Allu Arjun had said the police did not even let him have breakfast. On Friday, Allu Arjun objected to the way he was arrested. The actor claimed that the police did not let him even finish his breakfast. He was also not allowed to change his clothes.
The police first arrested the actor from his house. After this, his statement was recorded. Then he was taken to Osmania Hospital for a medical checkup. During this, his father-in-law, Kancharla Chandrashekhar Reddy, reached Hyderabad’s Chikkadpalli police station.
A case has been registered against the actor under Section 105, 118 (1) of BNS. This is a non-bailable section. Allu Arjun’s personal bodyguard, Santosh, has also been arrested by the police.
In the High Court, Allu Arjun’s lawyer, Shok Reddy, mentioned actor Shahrukh Khan‘s film Raees case in defence. The lawyer said, ‘During the promotion in Gujarat, Shahrukh Khan threw T-shirts at the crowd. After this, there was a stampede. In this case, the actor was accused of culpable homicide.’ The lawyer also mentioned that the Gujarat High Court and the Supreme Court had given relief to actor Shahrukh Khan.
What does the deceased woman’s husband say?
Unfortunately, the dead woman, Revathi‘s husband Bhaskarb, said, “Allu Arjun was not responsible for the stampede.” The husband also said, “I have no information about the arrest of the actor. I want to withdraw the case. The actor has no direct responsibility for the stampede. He had taken his wife and children to see the premiere show of ‘Pushpa 2’ movie. Suddenly many people moved forward to see Allu Arjun. He has nothing to do with this incident.“
Sandhya Theatre management said that the police were informed about Allu Arjun’s coming to the premiere of the film. The management has also claimed that they informed the police two days before the premiere of the Pushpa 2 movie and demanded security arrangements. Despite this, the police did not make arrangements. On the other hand, the police say that the theatre did not give any information.
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