<p>German and Dutch authorities have apprehended four individuals affiliated with Hamas in Germany. They were suspected of planning terrorist attacks in Europe. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assured that Jews' security remained a top priority. In a new development amid escalating tensions between India and the Maldives after the demand for Indian troop withdrawal from the islands, President Mohamed Muizzu's government has opted to terminate the hydrographic survey agreement with India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In other news, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban delayed a $52 billion (50 billion euros) aid deal for Ukraine from the EU budget by postponing the agreement until January of the next year.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-arrest-four-in-denmark-and-netherlands-over-suspected-terrorist-attack-669749">Police arrest seven in Denmark, Netherlands and Germany over suspected terrorist attack</a></p>

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<p>Danish authorities on Thursday (Dec 14) said that they foiled a terrorist attack after several arrests were made in the Netherlands and Denmark.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maldives-govt-scraps-hydrographic-survey-agreement-with-india-669841">Maldives govt scraps hydrographic survey agreement with India</a></p>

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<p>As India-Maldives relations experience further strain following the demand for troop withdrawal, the Maldivian government led by President Mohamed Muizzu, has chosen to terminate the hydrographic survey agreement with India. The announcement comes merely a month after President Muizzu requested the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the Maldives, aligning with his 'India Out' campaign platform.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hungary-pm-blocks-52-billion-eu-aid-to-ukraine-as-bloc-opens-membership-talks-669823">Hungary PM blocks $52 billion EU aid to Ukraine as bloc opens membership talks</a></p>

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<p>European Union (EU) member Hungary on Thursday (Dec 14) stalled an aid deal worth $52 billion (50 billion euros) for Ukraine from the EU budget. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban put his foot down and delayed the deal until January next year.</p>

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<p>Iran said on Thursday (Dec 14) that it was lifting visa requirements for 33 countries including India and Saudi Arabia. According to the ISNA news agency, the Iranian Ministry of tourism believed that an open-door policy would showcase Iran's determination to engage with different countries of the world.&nbsp;</p>

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German and Dutch authorities have apprehended four individuals affiliated with Hamas in Germany. They were suspected of planning terrorist attacks in Europe. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assured that Jews' security remained a top priority.

German and Dutch authorities have apprehended four individuals affiliated with Hamas in Germany. They were suspected of planning terrorist attacks in Europe. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser assured that Jews' security remained a top priority. In a new development amid escalating tensions between India and the Maldives after the demand for Indian troop withdrawal from the islands, President Mohamed Muizzu's government has opted to terminate the hydrographic survey agreement with India. In other news, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban delayed a $52 billion (50 billion euros) aid deal for Ukraine from the EU budget by postponing the agreement until January of the next year. Police arrest seven in Denmark, Netherlands and Germany over suspected terrorist attack Danish authorities on Thursday (Dec 14) said that they foiled a terrorist attack after several arrests were made in the Netherlands and Denmark. Maldives govt scraps hydrographic survey agreement with India As India-Maldives relations experience further strain following the demand for troop withdrawal, the Maldivian government led by President Mohamed Muizzu, has chosen to terminate the hydrographic survey agreement with India. The announcement comes merely a month after President Muizzu requested the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the Maldives, aligning with his 'India Out' campaign platform. Hungary PM blocks $52 billion EU aid to Ukraine as bloc opens membership talks European Union (EU) member Hungary on Thursday (Dec 14) stalled an aid deal worth $52 billion (50 billion euros) for Ukraine from the EU budget. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban put his foot down and delayed the deal until January next year. Iran lifts visa requirement for 33 countries including India, Saudi Arabia Iran said on Thursday (Dec 14) that it was lifting visa requirements for 33 countries including India and Saudi Arabia. According to the ISNA news agency, the Iranian Ministry of tourism believed that an open-door policy would showcase Iran's determination to engage with different countries of the world. Watch | Gravitas | Indian Parliament Security breach: Who was behind it? ×

Morning news brief: 4 Hamas members nabbed in Germany, Maldives scraps water survey deal with India, & more

<p>Hidden beneath the lush forest coverage of Canada's Vancouver Island, researchers have uncovered a new geological threat—a 45-mile fault line known as the XEOLXELEK-Elk Lake fault (XELF).</p>

<p>Geologists, mineralogists, and Earth and ocean scientists, prompted by evidence of an ancient earthquake on the Saanich Peninsula between 4,700 and 2,300 years ago, now say that there is a tsunami risk this newly discovered fault poses.</p>

<p>"In the northern Cascadia forearc on the west coast of North America, high-resolution topography and geologic mapping show a [approximately] 2.3-m-high scarp across a [approximately] 14,000-year-old land surface 10 km [6.2 miles] north of downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Canada," revealed the international team of researchers from France, the US, and Canada.</p>

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<p>Finding the fault line initially proved challenging due to the dense forest but extensive research methodologies such as shallow geophysical surveys, historical image analysis, and remote sensing proved fruitful in gaining insights.</p>

<p>The team identified minerals in the rocks indicating changes in the magnetic field over time—a clear sign of rock formations being pulled apart or broken, strongly implying the presence of a fault line.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the implications?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>If an earthquake were to occur along this fault line, it could unleash a tsunami with catastrophic consequences for approximately 400,000 inhabitants in the Greater Victoria region of Canada and potentially impact cities along the US West Coast, including Seattle, Bellingham, Olympia, and Tacoma, the findings of the report said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"This newly identified fault, the XEOLXELEK-Elk Lake fault (XELF), crosses Saanich Peninsula within Greater Victoria and poses a hazard to the region's [approximately] 400,000 inhabitants," as per the researchers.</p>

<p>The fault, which runs northwest to southeast for about 45 miles, maybe a slip-dip fault, where rocks move vertically up and down against each other. According to the researchers, a seismic event at this fault line could trigger a local tsunami in the waters surrounding Greater Victoria.</p>

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<p>The most recent earthquake from this fault line was seen several thousand years ago and had a magnitude of between 6.1 and 7.6. It is possible that the event caused a tsunami as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Determining whether it produced recent large earthquakes is important for updating regional earthquake hazard models and increasing earthquake preparedness," the researchers said.&nbsp;</p>

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Hidden beneath the lush forest coverage of Canada's Vancouver Island, researchers have uncovered a new geological threat—a 45-mile fault line known as the XEOLXELEK-Elk Lake fault (XELF).

Hidden beneath the lush forest coverage of Canada's Vancouver Island, researchers have uncovered a new geological threat—a 45-mile fault line known as the XEOLXELEK-Elk Lake fault (XELF). Geologists, mineralogists, and Earth and ocean scientists, prompted by evidence of an ancient earthquake on the Saanich Peninsula between 4,700 and 2,300 years ago, now say that there is a tsunami risk this newly discovered fault poses. "In the northern Cascadia forearc on the west coast of North America, high-resolution topography and geologic mapping show a [approximately] 2.3-m-high scarp across a [approximately] 14,000-year-old land surface 10 km [6.2 miles] north of downtown Victoria, British Columbia, Canada," revealed the international team of researchers from France, the US, and Canada. Also Read | Sun releases strongest X-class solar flare since 2017, radio blackout reported over Americas Finding the fault line initially proved challenging due to the dense forest but extensive research methodologies such as shallow geophysical surveys, historical image analysis, and remote sensing proved fruitful in gaining insights. The team identified minerals in the rocks indicating changes in the magnetic field over time—a clear sign of rock formations being pulled apart or broken, strongly implying the presence of a fault line. What are the implications? If an earthquake were to occur along this fault line, it could unleash a tsunami with catastrophic consequences for approximately 400,000 inhabitants in the Greater Victoria region of Canada and potentially impact cities along the US West Coast, including Seattle, Bellingham, Olympia, and Tacoma, the findings of the report said. Also Read | James Webb spots record-breaking small, rare kind of brown 'failed' star "This newly identified fault, the XEOLXELEK-Elk Lake fault (XELF), crosses Saanich Peninsula within Greater Victoria and poses a hazard to the region's [approximately] 400,000 inhabitants," as per the researchers. The fault, which runs northwest to southeast for about 45 miles, maybe a slip-dip fault, where rocks move vertically up and down against each other. According to the researchers, a seismic event at this fault line could trigger a local tsunami in the waters surrounding Greater Victoria. Watch | Denmark: Festive kayaks light up Copenhagen's canals × The most recent earthquake from this fault line was seen several thousand years ago and had a magnitude of between 6.1 and 7.6. It is possible that the event caused a tsunami as well. "Determining whether it produced recent large earthquakes is important for updating regional earthquake hazard models and increasing earthquake preparedness," the researchers said. (With inputs from agencies)

Tsunami fears in Canada's Vancouver Island after discovery of 45-mile hidden fault line

<p>In the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, a recent US intelligence assessment reportedly disclosed&nbsp;that nearly 45 per cent&nbsp;of the air-to-ground munitions utilised by Israel in Gaza since October 7 are unguided,&nbsp;referred to as "dumb bombs".</p>

<p>This revelation follows <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-gospel-israel-puts-ai-to-work-in-selecting-targets-in-war-torn-gaza-665180">reports </a>suggesting that a senior Israeli intelligence officer stressed the goal of "killing as many Hamas operatives as possible," without a strict mandate to avoid Palestinian injuries, indicating a flexible approach.</p>

<p>The Office of the Director of National Intelligence compiled the assessment, reportedly revealing that out of the 29,000 air-to-ground munitions used, 40-45 per cent were unguided, contrasting with precision-guided munitions.</p>

<p>This report also coincides with US President Joe Biden urging Israel to exercise caution and minimise civilian casualties in Gaza instead of the indiscriminate bombardment on the besieged territory.</p>

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<p>Unguided munitions, also known as free-fall bombs, lack guidance systems to actively adjust their trajectory, posing a greater threat to civilians in densely populated areas like Gaza. A CNN report suggested&nbsp;that the high use of unguided munitions may contribute to the escalating civilian death toll, a worrying development for the international community.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In response to the report, IDF spokesperson Nir Dinar reportedly declined to comment on the type of munitions used.</p>

<p>Major Keren Hajioff, an Israeli spokesperson, stressed&nbsp;the commitment to international law and minimising harm to civilians forced into the role of human shields by Hamas.</p>

<p>However, experts, including Brian Castner from Amnesty International, reportedly expressed concerns, questioning Israel's claim of minimising civilian casualties if unguided munitions are being used extensively.</p>

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<p>“I’m extremely surprised and concerned,” said Castner. “It’s bad enough to be using the weapons when they are precisely hitting their targets. It is a massive civilian harm problem if they do not have that accuracy, and if you can’t even give a benefit of the doubt that that the weapon is actually landing where the Israeli forces intended to.”</p>

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In the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, a recent US intelligence assessment reportedly disclosed that nearly 45 per cent of the air-to-ground munitions utilised by Israel in Gaza since October 7 are unguided, referred to as "dumb bombs".

In the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas, a recent US intelligence assessment reportedly disclosed that nearly 45 per cent of the air-to-ground munitions utilised by Israel in Gaza since October 7 are unguided, referred to as "dumb bombs". This revelation follows reports suggesting that a senior Israeli intelligence officer stressed the goal of "killing as many Hamas operatives as possible," without a strict mandate to avoid Palestinian injuries, indicating a flexible approach. The Office of the Director of National Intelligence compiled the assessment, reportedly revealing that out of the 29,000 air-to-ground munitions used, 40-45 per cent were unguided, contrasting with precision-guided munitions. This report also coincides with US President Joe Biden urging Israel to exercise caution and minimise civilian casualties in Gaza instead of the indiscriminate bombardment on the besieged territory. Also Read | Temu sues Shein alleging 'mafia-style' tactics from the ultra-cheap Chinese e-commerce retailer Unguided munitions, also known as free-fall bombs, lack guidance systems to actively adjust their trajectory, posing a greater threat to civilians in densely populated areas like Gaza. A CNN report suggested that the high use of unguided munitions may contribute to the escalating civilian death toll, a worrying development for the international community. Also Read | COP28 Breakthrough: World unites to shift from fossil fuels in historic climate accord In response to the report, IDF spokesperson Nir Dinar reportedly declined to comment on the type of munitions used. Major Keren Hajioff, an Israeli spokesperson, stressed the commitment to international law and minimising harm to civilians forced into the role of human shields by Hamas. However, experts, including Brian Castner from Amnesty International, reportedly expressed concerns, questioning Israel's claim of minimising civilian casualties if unguided munitions are being used extensively. Watch | US to operate drone bases in Pakistan? × “I’m extremely surprised and concerned,” said Castner. “It’s bad enough to be using the weapons when they are precisely hitting their targets. It is a massive civilian harm problem if they do not have that accuracy, and if you can’t even give a benefit of the doubt that that the weapon is actually landing where the Israeli forces intended to.” (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

45pc of Israeli air-to-ground munitions in Gaza are 'dumb bombs', reveals report

<p>Japan is set to quadruple its intake of Indonesian migrant workers, welcoming an additional 100,000 individuals over the next five years. This strategic move is to alleviate Japan's escalating labour shortages attributed to its ageing population.</p>

<p>Japan initiated the Specified Skilled Workers (SSW) program in 2019, alongside the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), attracting foreign workers to address the growing demand. According to a report by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, Japan&nbsp;requires&nbsp;6.7 million foreign workers by 2040 to sustain its economic growth rate.</p>

<p>Indonesia, with 70 percent&nbsp;of its population aged between 17 and 64, seeks to leverage its "demographic dividend" by sending a substantial workforce abroad. This collaboration will not only address Japan's labour needs but also Indonesia's unemployment rate of 5.32 percent, representing 7.86 million working-age adults.</p>

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<p>Dody Kusumonegoro, the first economic consul at the Indonesian consulate in Osaka, reportedly highlighted Indonesia's pivotal role as a major supplier of foreign migrant workers to Japan, predicting a substantial growth in this trend.</p>

<p>The influx of workers under the SSW scheme hit a milestone last year, with 12,438 new workers arriving in Japan, marking the largest annual intake on record.</p>

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<p>Young Indonesian job seekers see Japan as an attractive destination for employment opportunities. However, the journey for these workers is not without challenges. While some, like Catur Purnomo from Banjarnegara in Central Java, find success in Japan, others face mistreatment by employment agencies, including wage siphoning and illegal practices.</p>

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<p>Indonesia's Ministry of Manpower has licensed 362 agencies to send workers overseas, but 248 have had their licenses suspended for breaches of trust and malpractice since 2015.</p>

<p>Some workers expressed challenges in adapting to life in Japan and called for the need for improved language training and better living conditions.</p>

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Japan is set to quadruple its intake of Indonesian migrant workers, welcoming an additional 100,000 individuals over the next five years. This strategic move is to alleviate Japan's escalating labour shortages attributed to its ageing population.

Japan is set to quadruple its intake of Indonesian migrant workers, welcoming an additional 100,000 individuals over the next five years. This strategic move is to alleviate Japan's escalating labour shortages attributed to its ageing population. Japan initiated the Specified Skilled Workers (SSW) program in 2019, alongside the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), attracting foreign workers to address the growing demand. According to a report by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, Japan requires 6.7 million foreign workers by 2040 to sustain its economic growth rate. Indonesia, with 70 percent of its population aged between 17 and 64, seeks to leverage its "demographic dividend" by sending a substantial workforce abroad. This collaboration will not only address Japan's labour needs but also Indonesia's unemployment rate of 5.32 percent, representing 7.86 million working-age adults. Also Read | 'My train broke in two': Over 100 injured as carriages detach from train owing to icy tracks in Beijing Dody Kusumonegoro, the first economic consul at the Indonesian consulate in Osaka, reportedly highlighted Indonesia's pivotal role as a major supplier of foreign migrant workers to Japan, predicting a substantial growth in this trend. The influx of workers under the SSW scheme hit a milestone last year, with 12,438 new workers arriving in Japan, marking the largest annual intake on record. Also Read | Global oil demand faces sharp slowdown as economic woes bite, IEA warns Young Indonesian job seekers see Japan as an attractive destination for employment opportunities. However, the journey for these workers is not without challenges. While some, like Catur Purnomo from Banjarnegara in Central Java, find success in Japan, others face mistreatment by employment agencies, including wage siphoning and illegal practices. Watch | Spain tech to protect children from adult online content; users to verify age via app, QR code × Indonesia's Ministry of Manpower has licensed 362 agencies to send workers overseas, but 248 have had their licenses suspended for breaches of trust and malpractice since 2015. Some workers expressed challenges in adapting to life in Japan and called for the need for improved language training and better living conditions. (With inputs from agencies)

Ageing Japan to embrace 100,000 workers from labour-rich Indonesia

<p>At least 11 Iranian police officers were killed in a terrorist attack on a police station in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, as reported by an official on state television this Friday (Dec 15). The responsibility for the assault has been claimed by the Sunni jihadist group Jaish al-Adl (Army of Justice), AFP reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Alireza Marhamati, the deputy governor of the province, shared details of the attack, stating, "In the terrorist assault on the police headquarters in the town of Rask, 11 policemen lost their lives, and several others sustained injuries."</p>

<p>He added that several attackers were also killed during the incident.&nbsp;The jihadist militant group has&nbsp;a significant presence in the border region between Iran and Pakistan. The group has been active in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, an area that has a more Sunni Baluchis ethnic composition.</p>

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<p>Jaish al-Adl has been responsible for a series of attacks, primarily targeting Iranian security forces and government installations. The group's objectives are rooted in its extremist interpretation of Sunni Islam and its opposition to the Iranian government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Formed in 2012, the group has been blacklisted by the Iranian government.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Previous attack&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In another such incident, four patrol police were killed on July 23 this year in Sistan-Baluchistan province. Two weeks prior to the July 23 attack, two policemen and four assailants were killed in the province. The responsibility for this attack was also claimed by the Jaish al-Adl group.</p>

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<p>Before that, in May, five Iranian border guards were killed following clashes with an armed group in Saravan southeast of the provincial capital of Sistan-Baluchistan,&nbsp;Zahedan, a Sunni-majority city in predominantly Shiite Iran.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The militant group has been known for its guerrilla-style tactics, employing ambushes and hit-and-run attacks. Their activities often escalate tensions in the sensitive border region, contributing to security challenges for Iran.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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At least 11 Iranian police officers were killed in a terrorist attack on a police station in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, as reported by an official on state television this Friday (Dec 15).

At least 11 Iranian police officers were killed in a terrorist attack on a police station in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, as reported by an official on state television this Friday (Dec 15). The responsibility for the assault has been claimed by the Sunni jihadist group Jaish al-Adl (Army of Justice), AFP reported. Alireza Marhamati, the deputy governor of the province, shared details of the attack, stating, "In the terrorist assault on the police headquarters in the town of Rask, 11 policemen lost their lives, and several others sustained injuries." He added that several attackers were also killed during the incident. The jihadist militant group has a significant presence in the border region between Iran and Pakistan. The group has been active in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchistan, an area that has a more Sunni Baluchis ethnic composition. Also Read | Austria challenges Ukrainian blacklist to safeguard business ties with Russia Jaish al-Adl has been responsible for a series of attacks, primarily targeting Iranian security forces and government installations. The group's objectives are rooted in its extremist interpretation of Sunni Islam and its opposition to the Iranian government. Formed in 2012, the group has been blacklisted by the Iranian government. Previous attack In another such incident, four patrol police were killed on July 23 this year in Sistan-Baluchistan province. Two weeks prior to the July 23 attack, two policemen and four assailants were killed in the province. The responsibility for this attack was also claimed by the Jaish al-Adl group. Also Read | Fewer teens are having sex and most young adults are using contraceptives in the US: CDC report Before that, in May, five Iranian border guards were killed following clashes with an armed group in Saravan southeast of the provincial capital of Sistan-Baluchistan, Zahedan, a Sunni-majority city in predominantly Shiite Iran. Watch | Seven arrested in Europe on suspicion of terrorism | Four suspects linked to Hamas × The militant group has been known for its guerrilla-style tactics, employing ambushes and hit-and-run attacks. Their activities often escalate tensions in the sensitive border region, contributing to security challenges for Iran. (With inputs from agencies)

At least 11 Iranian officers killed in jihadist terror attack on police station

<p>On the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 attack on India's Parliament,&nbsp;chaos ensued within&nbsp;the country's supreme symbol of democracy as four individuals disrupted the ongoing Winter Session in the lower house or Lok Sabha.</p>

<p>The people who took&nbsp;coloured smoke canisters and opened them inside while the session was ongoing were chanting slogans of 'tanashahi nahin chalegi' (dictatorship will not prevail). While the entire country watched this commotion erupt inside the Indian Parliament,&nbsp;attention quickly shifted to the looming question - how did this major security breach end up happening in broad daylight on December 13?&nbsp;</p>

<p>The intrusion involved the individuals jumping into the Lok Sabha from the public gallery, releasing yellow-coloured smoke canisters and&nbsp;causing panic among MPs. A man and a woman protesting outside the Parliament building were also shortly detained.</p>

<p>The visitor passes which were utilised by two of the intruders were what allowed them entry inside the Parliament in the first place. They then managed to enter the new Parliament building and create mayhem as the MPs were busy with the day's proceedings in the current winter session.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Pratap Simha, the MP in whose name the visitor pass was issued?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The visitor pass was issued in the name of Pratap Simha. He is a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) representing Mysuru in the Indian state of Karnataka.</p>

<p>Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MP from Amroha in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Danish Ali, who was suspended by then-President Mayawati days ago, shared an image of the visitor pass under scrutiny. This is the same pass which ended up granting the intruders access to the Lok Sabha.</p>

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<p>Pratap Simha, a 42-year-old MP from Mysuru, Karnataka, won the Mysuru constituency with 43.46 per cent of votes in 2014. His vote share increased to 52.27 per cent in the 2019 elections.</p>

<p>Reports suggested that Simha is a former journalist and he gained recognition for his columns. He also authored a biography of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2007.</p>

<p>Simha is the son of a farmer and he is seen expressing admiration for Indian PM Modi.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One of the intruders, identified as Manoranjan D, is a Mysuru-based engineer. He is known to Simha. The individual reportedly frequented Simha's office.</p>

<p>Manoranjan D also introduced his friend, another individual who entered the Indian Parliament, Sagar Sharma, to the BJP MP. They sought passes from&nbsp;Simha&nbsp;by saying that they wanted to see the new Indian Parliament building.</p>

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<h2><strong>Three passes issued on&nbsp;Simha's authorisation</strong></h2>

<p>It was revealed by media reports that Simha's office issued three passes on Simha's authorisation. The accused Manoranjan D had been pursuing the visitor's pass for over three months.</p>

<p>After the controversy related to the visitor's pass gained attention, Simha's office defended the MP. The MP's office stated that such requests from constituents are commonly entertained by MPs.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


On the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 attack on India's Parliament, chaos ensued within the country's supreme symbol of democracy as four individuals disrupted the ongoing Winter Session in the lower house or Lok Sabha.

On the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 attack on India's Parliament, chaos ensued within the country's supreme symbol of democracy as four individuals disrupted the ongoing Winter Session in the lower house or Lok Sabha. The people who took coloured smoke canisters and opened them inside while the session was ongoing were chanting slogans of 'tanashahi nahin chalegi' (dictatorship will not prevail). While the entire country watched this commotion erupt inside the Indian Parliament, attention quickly shifted to the looming question - how did this major security breach end up happening in broad daylight on December 13? The intrusion involved the individuals jumping into the Lok Sabha from the public gallery, releasing yellow-coloured smoke canisters and causing panic among MPs. A man and a woman protesting outside the Parliament building were also shortly detained. The visitor passes which were utilised by two of the intruders were what allowed them entry inside the Parliament in the first place. They then managed to enter the new Parliament building and create mayhem as the MPs were busy with the day's proceedings in the current winter session. Who is Pratap Simha, the MP in whose name the visitor pass was issued? The visitor pass was issued in the name of Pratap Simha. He is a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) representing Mysuru in the Indian state of Karnataka. Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) MP from Amroha in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Danish Ali, who was suspended by then-President Mayawati days ago, shared an image of the visitor pass under scrutiny. This is the same pass which ended up granting the intruders access to the Lok Sabha. Also Read | How Pakistan harbours Masood Azhar's Jaish-e-Mohammed, 22 years since parliament attack Pratap Simha, a 42-year-old MP from Mysuru, Karnataka, won the Mysuru constituency with 43.46 per cent of votes in 2014. His vote share increased to 52.27 per cent in the 2019 elections. Reports suggested that Simha is a former journalist and he gained recognition for his columns. He also authored a biography of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2007. Simha is the son of a farmer and he is seen expressing admiration for Indian PM Modi. Also Read | Smriti Irani opposes menstruation leave policy, says its 'not handicap' One of the intruders, identified as Manoranjan D, is a Mysuru-based engineer. He is known to Simha. The individual reportedly frequented Simha's office. Manoranjan D also introduced his friend, another individual who entered the Indian Parliament, Sagar Sharma, to the BJP MP. They sought passes from Simha by saying that they wanted to see the new Indian Parliament building. Watch | Gravitas | Delhi High Court allows mother to travel to Yemen to save daughter × Three passes issued on Simha's authorisation It was revealed by media reports that Simha's office issued three passes on Simha's authorisation. The accused Manoranjan D had been pursuing the visitor's pass for over three months. After the controversy related to the visitor's pass gained attention, Simha's office defended the MP. The MP's office stated that such requests from constituents are commonly entertained by MPs. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Pratap Simha? BJP MP who issued passes to intruders who breached security at Indian Parliament

<p>Indian Army on Wednesday (Dec 13) rescued more than 800 tourists who were stranded in high altitude regions in the eastern part of Sikkim state, media reports said citing officials. The tourists found themselves stuck in the mountainous areas due to heavy snowfall and the bad weather.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Among those stuck in the region included elderly people, women as well as children. Indian Army's Trishakti Corps carried out the successful rescue mission. The mission which started on December 13,&nbsp;continued till late evening.</p>

<p>As part of the rescue mission, stranded tourists were taken to safer areas in the state. To help the people in the shivering temperatures, shelter and warm clothing were also provided by the Indian Army.</p>

<p>As per officials cited by the media, medical aid and hot meal arrangements were also made.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>To provide aid to the rescue operations, soldiers, who are trained physically to tolerate the cold temperatures in the state&nbsp;vacated their barracks to give accommodation to those stranded.</p>

<p>“The quick reaction by the troops provided relief and comfort to the stranded tourists under inclement weather conditions. The stranded Tourists expressed their deep gratitude for the immediate relief provided by the army,” an army release reportedly stated.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Security was also kept in mind even as several personnel devoted themselves to the rescue mission. The army continued protecting the border areas in the high-altitude Himalayan region.</p>

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<p>A video of the rescue showed&nbsp;the army personnel rescuing the stranded people. The videos also showed people eating hot meals in the chilling temperatures following the rescue.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The operation was carried out proactively to avoid any mishappening to the tourists.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Army on Wednesday (Dec 13) rescued more than 800 tourists who were stranded in high altitude regions in the eastern part of Sikkim state, media reports said citing officials.

Indian Army on Wednesday (Dec 13) rescued more than 800 tourists who were stranded in high altitude regions in the eastern part of Sikkim state, media reports said citing officials. The tourists found themselves stuck in the mountainous areas due to heavy snowfall and the bad weather. Among those stuck in the region included elderly people, women as well as children. Indian Army's Trishakti Corps carried out the successful rescue mission. The mission which started on December 13, continued till late evening. As part of the rescue mission, stranded tourists were taken to safer areas in the state. To help the people in the shivering temperatures, shelter and warm clothing were also provided by the Indian Army. As per officials cited by the media, medical aid and hot meal arrangements were also made. Also Read | Article 370: China reiterates claims over Ladakh, says 'western border' always belonged to us To provide aid to the rescue operations, soldiers, who are trained physically to tolerate the cold temperatures in the state vacated their barracks to give accommodation to those stranded. “The quick reaction by the troops provided relief and comfort to the stranded tourists under inclement weather conditions. The stranded Tourists expressed their deep gratitude for the immediate relief provided by the army,” an army release reportedly stated. Also Read | Indian Parliament security breach: Who is BJP MP Pratap Simha who issued passes to the intruders? Security was also kept in mind even as several personnel devoted themselves to the rescue mission. The army continued protecting the border areas in the high-altitude Himalayan region. #WATCH | Troops of the Trishakti Corps Indian Army rescued more than 800 tourists stranded due to snowfall and inclement weather in East Sikkim: Trishakti Corps, Indian Army (Video Source: Trishakti Corps, Indian Army) pic.twitter.com/zGmdCsnwek — ANI (@ANI) December 13, 2023 × A video of the rescue showed the army personnel rescuing the stranded people. The videos also showed people eating hot meals in the chilling temperatures following the rescue. Watch | Gravitas | Delhi High Court allows mother to travel to Yemen to save daughter × The operation was carried out proactively to avoid any mishappening to the tourists. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH | Indian Army rescues over 800 stranded tourists from Sikkim, vacates barracks to accommodate them

<p>A confirmed case of the highly contagious and potentially deadly disease diphtheria has surfaced at Wigmore Primary School in Luton, UK, prompting urgent warnings for parents to exercise caution. Health officials from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) East of England have taken action following the positive test result for this rare bacterial infection.</p>

<p>Diphtheria, typically preventable through vaccination, is an uncommon occurrence in the UK due to routine immunisation for infants.</p>

<p>However, there has been a seven per cent decrease in the number of teenagers receiving the booster shot at age 14 in the past year, making the unvaccinated population highly susceptible to this infection, which can also result in skin ulcers if untreated with antibiotics.</p>

<p>The UKHSA is collaborating closely with local and national partners to implement necessary public health measures. A thorough risk assessment has been conducted, identifying close contacts of the affected individual. The agency assured&nbsp;that vaccinations and guidance will be provided to prevent further spread, reports said.</p>

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<p>Despite the confirmed case, health experts said that the risk of onward transmission to the broader community remains low. In a communication to parents, Wigmore Primary School disclosed the diphtheria case, reassuring them that the individual is undergoing treatment and recovering well.</p>

<p>The school maintained&nbsp;that the risk to children is low but is disseminating information as a precautionary measure, urging anyone suspecting infection to seek immediate medical attention.</p>

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<p>Dr. Sultan Salimee, Consultant in Communicable Disease Control at UKHSA East of England, reportedly underscored, “Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat. Infections of diphtheria are rare in England because most people have been immunised against it. The individual concerned has been treated and is recovering well. The risk to the wider public is very low. If any close contacts are not fully vaccinated against diphtheria, their vaccinations should be boosted. Completing the course of vaccinations remains the most effective way for people to protect themselves against becoming ill with diphtheria.”</p>

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<p>Over the past decade, diphtheria cases in England have increased from an average of two to 11 per year, excluding 2020. Although diphtheria was a significant cause of death in the Victorian era, routine vaccinations since the 1940s have significantly reduced its prevalence.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A confirmed case of the highly contagious and potentially deadly disease diphtheria has surfaced at Wigmore Primary School in Luton, UK, prompting urgent warnings for parents to exercise caution.

A confirmed case of the highly contagious and potentially deadly disease diphtheria has surfaced at Wigmore Primary School in Luton, UK, prompting urgent warnings for parents to exercise caution. Health officials from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) East of England have taken action following the positive test result for this rare bacterial infection. Diphtheria, typically preventable through vaccination, is an uncommon occurrence in the UK due to routine immunisation for infants. However, there has been a seven per cent decrease in the number of teenagers receiving the booster shot at age 14 in the past year, making the unvaccinated population highly susceptible to this infection, which can also result in skin ulcers if untreated with antibiotics. The UKHSA is collaborating closely with local and national partners to implement necessary public health measures. A thorough risk assessment has been conducted, identifying close contacts of the affected individual. The agency assured that vaccinations and guidance will be provided to prevent further spread, reports said. Also Read | Meta flouted copyrights to train its AI 'Llama' despite warning from lawyers, claims lawsuit Despite the confirmed case, health experts said that the risk of onward transmission to the broader community remains low. In a communication to parents, Wigmore Primary School disclosed the diphtheria case, reassuring them that the individual is undergoing treatment and recovering well. The school maintained that the risk to children is low but is disseminating information as a precautionary measure, urging anyone suspecting infection to seek immediate medical attention. Also Read | Chinese leader Xi Jinping to meet Vietnam leaders on second day of state visit to Hanoi Dr. Sultan Salimee, Consultant in Communicable Disease Control at UKHSA East of England, reportedly underscored, “Diphtheria is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly affects the nose and throat. Infections of diphtheria are rare in England because most people have been immunised against it. The individual concerned has been treated and is recovering well. The risk to the wider public is very low. If any close contacts are not fully vaccinated against diphtheria, their vaccinations should be boosted. Completing the course of vaccinations remains the most effective way for people to protect themselves against becoming ill with diphtheria.” Watch | Saudi Aramco enters Pakistan | World Business Watch × Over the past decade, diphtheria cases in England have increased from an average of two to 11 per year, excluding 2020. Although diphtheria was a significant cause of death in the Victorian era, routine vaccinations since the 1940s have significantly reduced its prevalence. (With inputs from agencies)

Rare and deadly diphtheria case reported in UK school, triggers health measures in Luton

<p>Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida set about replacing key cabinet members on Thursday as he battled to control the damage from one of the biggest scandals his ruling party has faced in decades.</p>

<p>Chief cabinet secretary Hirokazu Matsuno and industry minister Yasutoshi Nishimura were among those who announced their resignations on Thursday after Kishida said he was finalising his third cabinet shake-up in 16 months.</p>

<p>Four ministers - all hailing from the biggest and most powerful faction within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) that is being investigated by prosecutors - and several deputy ministers are set to be replaced.</p>

<p>Ex-foreign minister Yoshimasa Hayashi confirmed he had been tapped to replace Matsuno in the critical post responsible for coordinating policy across government on the premier's behalf.</p>

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<p>"In light of the various allegations made regarding political funds, which have shaken the public trust in politics, and the various allegations made regarding my own political funds, I have submitted my resignation," Matsuno said at a press conference on Thursday.</p>

<p>Prosecutors have launched a criminal probe into the LDP's so-called Abe faction, named after late premier Shinzo Abe, and begun questioning dozens of lawmakers for allegations of receiving about 500 million yen ($3.5 million) in fundraising proceeds missing from party accounts, news outlets reported.</p>

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<p>Investigators will start searching for evidence in lawmakers' offices from as early as next week, according to broadcaster NTV.</p>

<p>The probe will also examine whether other LDP factions - including one led by Kishida until last week - are involved, according to the reports.</p>

<p>The prosecutors office said it could not immediately comment on any ongoing investigation when contacted by Reuters.</p>

<h2><strong>'Further disruption'</strong></h2>

<p>Some political observers have compared the affair to the so-called Recruit scandal in the late 1980s when allegations of insider trading led then prime minister Noboru Takeshita and several other top government officials to resign.</p>

<p>Since news of the latest scandal broke a few weeks ago, Kishida has seen his public support drop to around 23%, the lowest since he came into office in October 2021, recent polls have showed.</p>

<p>Support for the LDP has also fallen below 30% for the first time since 2012, when it returned to power after a blip in its near total post-war dominance of Japanese politics, according to an NHK poll this week.</p>

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<p>The prime minister does not need to hold an election until October 2025, and a fractured and weak opposition has historically struggled to make sustained inroads into the LDP's hold on power.</p>

<p>The LDP will hold leadership elections in September.</p>

<p>But analysts say it remains to be seen how long Kishida can stay in the top job as the scandal throws his government into disarray.</p>

<p>A top LDP official who oversees budget proposals has also resigned, while Kishida is considering shelving a planned trip to Brazil and Chile next month due to his domestic problems, according to media reports.</p>

<p>"Kishida’s popularity has really taken a hit, so whatever he does he can’t do much to improve that," said Jun Iio, Professor of Political Studies at the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies in Tokyo.</p>

<p>"He’s replacing his ministers while the government is still compiling its budget. That could cause further disruption, and on top of that, there’s no knowing if there might be more ministers who actually have similar problems."</p>


Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida set about replacing key cabinet members on Thursday as he battled to control the damage from one of the biggest scandals his ruling party has faced in decades.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida set about replacing key cabinet members on Thursday as he battled to control the damage from one of the biggest scandals his ruling party has faced in decades. Chief cabinet secretary Hirokazu Matsuno and industry minister Yasutoshi Nishimura were among those who announced their resignations on Thursday after Kishida said he was finalising his third cabinet shake-up in 16 months. Four ministers - all hailing from the biggest and most powerful faction within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) that is being investigated by prosecutors - and several deputy ministers are set to be replaced. Ex-foreign minister Yoshimasa Hayashi confirmed he had been tapped to replace Matsuno in the critical post responsible for coordinating policy across government on the premier's behalf. Also Read | 'Awful...but that's what happens in war': Israelis want Hamas crushed, despite Gaza casualties "In light of the various allegations made regarding political funds, which have shaken the public trust in politics, and the various allegations made regarding my own political funds, I have submitted my resignation," Matsuno said at a press conference on Thursday. Prosecutors have launched a criminal probe into the LDP's so-called Abe faction, named after late premier Shinzo Abe, and begun questioning dozens of lawmakers for allegations of receiving about 500 million yen ($3.5 million) in fundraising proceeds missing from party accounts, news outlets reported. Also Read | Article 370: China reiterates claims over Ladakh, says 'western border' always belonged to us Investigators will start searching for evidence in lawmakers' offices from as early as next week, according to broadcaster NTV. The probe will also examine whether other LDP factions - including one led by Kishida until last week - are involved, according to the reports. The prosecutors office said it could not immediately comment on any ongoing investigation when contacted by Reuters. 'Further disruption' Some political observers have compared the affair to the so-called Recruit scandal in the late 1980s when allegations of insider trading led then prime minister Noboru Takeshita and several other top government officials to resign. Since news of the latest scandal broke a few weeks ago, Kishida has seen his public support drop to around 23%, the lowest since he came into office in October 2021, recent polls have showed. Support for the LDP has also fallen below 30% for the first time since 2012, when it returned to power after a blip in its near total post-war dominance of Japanese politics, according to an NHK poll this week. Watch | President Volodymyr Zelensky says Hungary has no reason to block Ukraine's EU membership × The prime minister does not need to hold an election until October 2025, and a fractured and weak opposition has historically struggled to make sustained inroads into the LDP's hold on power. The LDP will hold leadership elections in September. But analysts say it remains to be seen how long Kishida can stay in the top job as the scandal throws his government into disarray. A top LDP official who oversees budget proposals has also resigned, while Kishida is considering shelving a planned trip to Brazil and Chile next month due to his domestic problems, according to media reports. "Kishida’s popularity has really taken a hit, so whatever he does he can’t do much to improve that," said Jun Iio, Professor of Political Studies at the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies in Tokyo. "He’s replacing his ministers while the government is still compiling its budget. That could cause further disruption, and on top of that, there’s no knowing if there might be more ministers who actually have similar problems."

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