mafabet Cyclone Fengal Updates, West Asia Tensions, And More | December 1 News Wrap
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Hello Readers! Through this rundown, we bring you the top stories of the day. Today's list includes developments on Cyclone Fengal and Sambhal mosque row along with West Asia updates and more.
Here we have the top stories of the day.
Cyclone Fengal Weakens, Puducherry Deals With Aftermath Of Landfall
According to the latest update from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Cyclone Fengal has weakened into a deep depression. The cyclonic weakened on Sunday but torrential downpours under its influence paralysed the union territory of Puducherry. The Army stepped in to evacuate stranded persons in inundated streets. Villupuram in neighbouring Tamil Nadu also suffered following heavy rains and inundation, with Chief Minister M K Stalin terming the rainfall in the district as 'unprecedented.' READ FULL STORY
Sambhal Violence: Judicial Commission Visits Shahi Jama Masjid; ASI Submits Response In Court
A three-member judicial commission visited the Shahi Jama Masjid and other violence-affected areas in Sambhal on Sunday. The visit is part of its ongoing investigation into the deadly clashes that broke out on November 24 during a court-ordered survey of the Mughal-era mosque. The violence, which left four people dead and several others injured, has sparked intense controversy and concerns over communal tensions in the region. READ FULL STORY
West Asia: 40 Killed In Gaza, Syrian Troops Withdraw From Aleppo City
Tensions continue to escalate in West Asia as Israeli airstrikes killed at least 40 Palestinians in northern Gaza. A Hamas delegation is currently in Cairo for renewed efforts to secure a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, while Tuesday’s ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah remains in effect despite reported violations by the Israeli military, as per the news reports.
Meanwhile, Syria’s 13-year civil war has resurfaced with a sudden rebel offensive on Aleppo, one of the country’s largest cities. The surge in fighting has raised the prospect of another violent front emerging in the already war-torn region. READ FULL STORY
Trump Threatens BRICS Nations With 100% Tariff — Here’s Why
United States President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday threatened tariffs of 100 per cent against BRICS countries unless their governments agree not to create a new currency as an alternative to the US dollar.
“The idea that the BRICS Countries are trying to move away from the Dollar while we stand by and watch is OVER. We require a commitment from these Countries that they will neither create a new BRICS Currency, nor back any other Currency to replace the mighty U.S. Dollar or, they will face 100% Tariffs, and should expect to say goodbye to selling into the wonderful U.S. Economy,” Trump posted on Truth Social on Saturday. READ FULL STORY
Jay Shah Takes Charge As ICC Chair Amid Ongoing Champions Trophy Disagreements
Jay Shah has officially taken charge as the Chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Sunday, December 1, marking the start of a new chapter in cricket administration globally.
The former Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) in India secretary has succeeded Greg Barclaymafabet, who was at the position since November 2020. READ FULL STORY