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Major Social Media Crackdown In Andhra, 100 Cases Filed, 39 Arrested

The N Chandrababu Naidu government in Andhra Pradesh has launched a massive crackdown against social media posts targeting political leaders and their family members.




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Baba Siddique Shooter Waited Near Hospital For 30 Minutes To Confirm Death

Baba Siddique, 66, was shot dead in Mumbai's Bandra on October 12 at 9:11 pm, the police said. He sustained two bullet injuries on his chest and was rushed to the Lilavati Hospital, where he passed away.




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Opinion: India Is Failing Its Young. But Happy Children's Day, I Guess

To support her family, Sulekha has been forced to drop out of school. One in every five students is compelled to do so.




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Congress Pays Tribute To Jawaharlal Nehru On His Birth Anniversary

Congress leader and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi on Thursday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on the occasion of his 135th birth anniversary.




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Poetry To UK Precedent: What Went Into Landmark 'Bulldozer Justice' Verdict

In a landmark judgment yesterday, the Supreme Court demolished the idea of 'bulldozer justice' that several state governments had unleashed against accused in heinous criminal cases.




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"Broken Bones And Skull... ": Autopsy Of Woman Killed In Manipur Violence

The autopsy report of a woman who was killed in a night attack by suspected insurgents in Manipur's restive Jiribam district mentions eight wounds that include broken bones and "burnt and separated" skull. Her body was burnt 99 per cent.




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Historical Marker Dedicated – Mount Olive Holiness Pentecostal Church in Smyrna

Marker Dedication Photo (left to right): Stephen Marz, Director & State Archivist, Delaware Public Archives; Deacon Dorothy Guy, Pastor Deborah Lewis, Elder Janet Bratten and Elder Ralph Bradley of the Mount Olive Holiness Pentecostal Church; Representative William J. Carson and Kent County Levy Court Commissioner Joanne Masten. On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, Stephen Marz, Director, […]




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Boss Left "Speechless" After GenZ Employee's Excuse For Showing Up Late

The screenshot read, "Hii Sir & Ma'am I will be coming tomorrow at 11.30 am Because I am currently leaving office at 8.30 pm."




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10 Inspiring Quotes By Jawaharlal Nehru To Celebrate Children's Day 2024

Children's Day, also known as 'Bal Diwas', is celebrated annually on November 14 in India. The day also marks the birth anniversary of the country's first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, who was known for his love for children.




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California Family Of Autistic Boy, Assaulted By Mercedes Driver, Gifted SUV

A 10-year-old autistic boy from California who was slapped by an irate Mercedes driver a few months ago received the surprise of his life recently when he was given an SUV.




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Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: Date, Auspicious Time And History

Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated every year on Kartik Purnima, which falls in the months of October-November. This year, Kartik Purnima will fall on November 15.




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"Dirty And Dangerous, But...": Foreigner's Video Praising Delhi Goes Viral

An Irish-Persian vlogger's Instagram post about living in Delhi is going viral on social media. In his post, Sean Hammond shared a long caption detailing his experience living in the city.





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Interview: Can diabetes be reversed? Dr V Mohan’s ABCDEF mantra on Diabetes Day - South First

  1. Interview: Can diabetes be reversed? Dr V Mohan’s ABCDEF mantra on Diabetes Day  South First
  2. India has the highest number of diabetic people in the world, even more than China: Report  The Economic Times
  3. Quarter of diabetics globally are Indians, says Lancet study  India TV News
  4. Why Lancet study on diabetes is a red flag: A quarter of diabetics globally are Indians  The Indian Express
  5. 800 million diabetics worldwide and most aren't getting treatment, finds study  The Times of India







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Vodafone Idea shares in green as net loss narrows in Q2, ARPU rises to Rs 166 - Moneycontrol

  1. Vodafone Idea shares in green as net loss narrows in Q2, ARPU rises to Rs 166  Moneycontrol
  2. Voda Idea Q2 loss narrows to Rs 7,176 crore  The Times of India
  3. Vodafone Idea shares up 3% today; what MOFSL says post Q2 results  Business Today
  4. Vi Q2 results: Net loss narrows to Rs.7,175 crores, Arpu at Rs 156  Business Standard
  5. Vodafone Idea shares slip 2% ahead of Q2 results today  The Economic Times











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Government Condemns Genocide Disinformation Efforts

[SAnews.gov.za] The Government of South Africa has condemned the spreading of disinformation concerning its case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ).




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Kwazulu-Natal Education Department Fails to Pay Crèches

[GroundUp] The department confirmed there is a grant backlog but declined to give details




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300 Families From Rabie Ridge Go to Court to Fight Eviction

[GroundUp] The City of Johannesburg says the land occupation is stopping a housing development




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John Hlophe's Meddling in Eviction Matter Slammed By Appeal Court

[GroundUp] The Supreme Court of Appeal has found that the former judge's inappropriate interventions resulted in a flawed judgment




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Police Detain Two Suspects for Possession of an Unlicensed Firearm and Ammunition

[SAPS] Members of Operation Lockdown III were deployed in Delft area to continue the fight against gang violence, extortion and robberies. In the early hours of this morning the members were busy with foot patrols in Rossin Street, Delft when they noticed a unknown man walking in their direction and when he saw the police members he changed direction. The members chased after him and apprehended and searched him. They found a 9mm pistol with eight rounds of ammunition in his possession.




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SA Strengthens Bilateral Ties With Egypt

[SAnews.gov.za] International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) Minister Ronald Lamola, along with a business delegation, will today undertake a working visit to Cairo, in the Arab Republic of Egypt, to co-chair the South Africa-Egypt Political Consultations.




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Nelson Mandela Bay Mayor Targets Immigrant-Owned Spaza Shops

[GroundUp] "These are politically motivated actions against us. There are many more pressing issues facing this city."




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Suspended Lotteries Company Secretary Loses Again in Court

[GroundUp] Nompumelo Nene is facing disciplinary proceedings and has launched several applications in an attempt to stop them




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Thousands of Khayelitsha Families Use Filthy Toilets or an Open Field

[GroundUp] Over 3,000 families in Silver Town, Khayelitsha, have been forced to either use filthy, damaged toilets or relieve themselves in a field. Blowy, Sikalekhekhe and Marikana informal settlements have about 340 toilets, but they have not been serviced since 4 October, when the previous cleaners' contracts expired.




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Is South Africa One of the Most Politically Polarised Countries in the World? No, It's Not - Sociologist

[The Conversation Africa] A number of reports have called South Africa a politically polarised society. This may seem uncontroversial, given the country's history of dispossession and discrimination during colonialism and apartheid, and their continuing legacy after 30 years of democracy.




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Cabinet Apprised of Interventions to Deal With Foodborne Illnesses and Fatalities

[SAnews.gov.za] President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the nation soon on the interventions government is undertaking to deal with foodborne illnesses and fatalities that have transpired in the country.




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Cabinet Welcomes Historic Issuing of Muslim Marriage Certificates

[SAnews.gov.za] Cabinet has welcomed the historic issuing of the first batch of 33 Muslim marriage certificates by the Department of Home Affairs.




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South Africa Calls for Calm Amid Post-Election Tensions in Mozambique

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa has reiterated its call for calm and restraint following post-election protests in Mozambique.




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SA to Mark 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

[SAnews.gov.za] Cabinet has approved the conceptual approach to this year's 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign.




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SA to Play Key Role At Upcoming G20 Summit

[SAnews.gov.za] South Africa is set to play a pivotal role at the upcoming G20 Summit next week in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, as it prepares to assume the G20 presidency in December.




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South Africa Doesn't Have a Water Security Threat - Minister Majodina

[Parliament of South Africa] The Minister of Water and Sanitation, Ms. Pemmy Majodina, has assured Parliament and the country that there is currently no threat to South Africa's water security.




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LASG inspects drainage projects to tackle flooding

The Lagos State Government, on Wednesday, reaffirmed its commitment to permanently addressing the menace of flash flooding and reclaiming the environment from various infractions across the metropolis. The Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, stated this while addressing the media after an inspection tour around some drainage projects at the Eti Osa


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Sanwo-Olu unveils fire stations, urges safety

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday, called on Lagosians to be safety conscious to avoid fire incidents, which had become a regular occurrence in the state. The governor spoke at the opening of new fire stations at Ijegun-Egba and Ijede, Ikorodu. The governor was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin,


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Obaseki embarks on post-tenure medical vacation

The immediate-past governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has proceeded on vacation. This is for him to rest and undergo a medical check-up, after a successful two-term as governor of the state. This was disclosed in a statement by his media adviser, Crusoe Osagie, on Wednesday. The former governor completed his two-term administration on November


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IG calls for collective effort in national development

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has cautioned that national development should not be seen as the sole responsibility of the government, its officials or institutions. Rather, he said the government, the citizens and security agencies must play their roles in the pursuit of sustainable growth and development. The IG made this call while


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FG pegs power sector investment gap at $10bn

The Federal Government says it will collaborate with the private sector in raising a portion of the $10bn needed to ensure the provision of consistent and reliable electricity across the country. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to address the country’s chronic power supply challenges and is expected to span a period


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Makinde presents N678.86bn budget, targets infrastructure, education growth

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, presented a proposed budget estimate of N678,086,767,322.18 to the state House of Assembly for legislative consideration and approval. Makinde, while presenting the budget, tagged, “Budget of Economic Stabilisation,” said it was 35 per cent higher compared to the 2024 budget. He said, “Out of the budget, capital expenditure


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Navy takes delivery of three Augusta helicopters

The Nigerian Navy has taken delivery of three Agusta Westland 109 Trekker helicopters. The helicopters, which were purchased by the Ministry of Defence, were handed over to the Navy on November 12, 2024. A statement on Wednesday by the Director of Naval Information, Commodore A. Adams-Aliu, said the ministry handed over the helicopters to the


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Gunmen kill two soldiers at Abia army checkpoint

Two soldiers were killed early Wednesday morning when gunmen attacked an army checkpoint at the Imo/Abia boundary community of Ekenobizi in Umuopara in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State. A military officer who spoke to PUNCH Metro on condition of anonymity said the attack came at about 6.18 am from the gunmen who


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NAHCON to provide N90bn Hajj subsidy documents

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, on Wednesday, failed to give an accurate account of how the N90bn subsidy paid by the Federal Government for the 2024 Hajj exercise was utilised. The House of Representatives, in July 2024, set up the panel, following the adoption of a motion titled, “Urgent need to investigate the National


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