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COP28 secures USD 83 billion in climate pledges in first week of talk

The first week of the COP28 global climate talks concluded with a significant milestone with the operationalisation of the Loss and Damage Fund, pledges of over USD 83 billion and the draft text for Global Stocktake mentioning phasing out of all fossil fuels for the first time in years. However, even as over USD 83 billion was mobilised in pledges questions persist about the voluntary nature of these commitments and the actual fulfilment by the participating nations. (PTI)

Delhi govt announces winter break in schools from Jan 1-6

The Arvind Kejriwal government on Wednesday announced that schools in the National Capital will remain close from January 1-6 for the winter break.

Putin arrives in UAE to start rare foreign trip

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in the United Arab Emirates to start a rare foreign trip that will also include a visit to Saudi Arabia, with bolstering cooperation among strategic oil producers a top priority. (Bloomberg)

Heavy fighting across Gaza halts most aid delivery

Israeli forces battled Hamas militants across Gaza on Wednesday after expanding their ground offensive to its second-largest city, further shrinking the area where Palestinians can seek safety and halting the distribution of vital aid across most of the territory. The assault on the south threatens further mass displacement within the besieged coastal enclave, where the U.N. says some 1.87 million people — over 80 per cent of the population — have already fled their homes. (AP)

Cyclone Michaung: Tamil Nadu seeks aid from Centre

The Tamil Nadu government on Wednesday requested an interim relief of Rs 5,060 crore from the Centre for the damages caused by Cyclone Michaung. Currently, a survey is in progress to evaluate the overall extent of the damage, and a comprehensive report will be compiled later to request additional funds, as stated in an official release.

Delhi Police on alert after banned outfit Sikhs for Justice chief threatens to attack Parliament

The Delhi Police are on alert after the US-based Khalistani supporter Gurpatwant Singh Pannu released a video message threatening to “shake the very foundation of Parliament” on December 13 — the anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attack on Parliament.

Police deployed in Jaipur ahead of state-wide bandh

Law enforcement personnel have been stationed in various areas of Jaipur following the summons for a statewide shutdown by Rajput community organizations in response to the assassination of Sukhdev Singh Gogamedi, the national head of Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena.

Lok Sabha to discuss J-K Reservation and Re-organisation amendment Bills on third day of Winter Session

The Lok Sabha will further discuss the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023 and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023 on the third day of the ongoing Winter session of Parliament.

Rajya Sabha to continue discussion on country’s economic situation on Day 3 of Winter Session

The Rajya Sabha is likely to continue the discussion, initiated on Tuesday, on the prevailing economic situation in the country, as the Parliament convenes on Day 3 of the ongoing Winter Session on Wednesday.

Security beefed up in Ayodhya ahead of 31st anniversary of Babri Masjid demolition

Ahead of the anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, the local administration has tightened security in Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya, officials said on Tuesday. December 6 marks the 31st anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition and on the eve of the commemoration of the incident, Ayodhya Police said they have made strict security arrangements in the city to avoid any untoward incidents.