Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 is Apple’s much-anticipated annual developer meet, providing insights into imminent new software updates and AI advancements.&nbsp;

This year, it is scheduled for June 10 at Apple Park, Cupertino, US.&nbsp;

Here’s all you need to know and how to watch it live online.&nbsp;

<h2>When will the event start?</h2>

The event will begin at 10 AM PT local time (10:30 PM IST) on June 10 with Apple CEO Tim Cook’s keynote speech, and is anticipated to run for approximately 90 minutes to two hours.&nbsp;

<h2>Where to watch Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024?</h2>

Apple fans can catch the live stream of WWDC 2024 on Apple's official website and YouTube channel for the global audience.&nbsp;

You can also stream the event on the Apple Developer app and the Apple TV app.

<h2>Key focus areas</h2>

Artificial intelligence is expected to be the main talking point at Apple’s WWDC 2024.&nbsp;

This year, Apple is set to highlight software enhancements across its ecosystem, with no new hardware expected to be announced.

<h2>What to expect from Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024?</h2>

Apple is expected to take big steps by incorporating AI into its apps and services such as mail and messaging apps, voice assistant Siri, and more.&nbsp;

Announcements on new upgrades of Apple products such as iOS 18, watchOS 11, macOS 15, iPadOS 18 and visionOS 2.0 are also anticipated.

<h2>Significance of WWDC 2024</h2>

This year’s conference is being considered more important when compared to previous editions, as Apple aims to reassure investors about its competitive stance in the AI landscape, particularly against rivals like Microsoft and Google.

(With inputs from agencies)

Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 is Apple’s much-anticipated annual developer meet, providing insights into imminent new software updates and AI advancements.

Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 is Apple’s much-anticipated annual developer meet, providing insights into imminent new software updates and AI advancements. This year, it is scheduled for June 10 at Apple Park, Cupertino, US. Here’s all you need to know and how to watch it live online. When will the event start? The event will begin at 10 AM PT local time (10:30 PM IST) on June 10 with Apple CEO Tim Cook’s keynote speech, and is anticipated to run for approximately 90 minutes to two hours. Where to watch Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024? Apple fans can catch the live stream of WWDC 2024 on Apple's official website and YouTube channel for the global audience. You can also stream the event on the Apple Developer app and the Apple TV app. Key focus areas Artificial intelligence is expected to be the main talking point at Apple’s WWDC 2024. This year, Apple is set to highlight software enhancements across its ecosystem, with no new hardware expected to be announced. What to expect from Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024? Apple is expected to take big steps by incorporating AI into its apps and services such as mail and messaging apps, voice assistant Siri, and more. Announcements on new upgrades of Apple products such as iOS 18, watchOS 11, macOS 15, iPadOS 18 and visionOS 2.0 are also anticipated. Significance of WWDC 2024 This year’s conference is being considered more important when compared to previous editions, as Apple aims to reassure investors about its competitive stance in the AI landscape, particularly against rivals like Microsoft and Google. (With inputs from agencies)

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After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces. The 71 council of ministers took oath&nbsp;of office and pledged to work for the betterment of the country.

Here's&nbsp;who is in Modi's new cabinet:&nbsp;

<h2>- Ministers of&nbsp;Cabinet Rank&nbsp;</h2>

Rajnath Singh 
Amit Shah 
Nitin Gadkari 
JP Nadda 
Shivraj Singh Chouhan 
Nirmala Sitharaman 
S Jaishankar 
Manohar Lal Khattar 
Piyush Goyal 
Dharmendra Pradhan 
Sarbananda Sonowal 
Jitan Ram Manjhi&nbsp; 
Jyotiraditya Scindia 
Hardeep Singh Puri 
Mansukh Mandaviya 
G Kishan Reddy 
Pralhad Joshi 
Jual Oram 
Giriraj Singh 
Ashwini Vaishnaw 
Bhupender Yadav 
Annapurna Devi 
Kiren Rijiju 
CR Patil 
Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu 
Dr Virendra Kumar 
Chirag Paswan 
Rajiv Ranjan Singh or Lalan Singh 
HD Kumaraswamy 
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

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- Ministers of State (Independent Charge)

Jayant Chaudhary 
Arjun Ram Meghwal 
Jitendra Singh 
Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav 
Rao Inderjit Singh

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- Minister of State

Krishan Pal Gurjar 
Jitin Prasada 
Ram Nath Thakur 
Suresh Gopi 
Shobha Karandlaje 
Ramdas Athawale 
Shripad Naik 
Savitri Thakur 
SP Singh Baghel 
Sukanta Majumdar 
Bhagirath Chaudhary 
Kirti Vardhan Singh 
Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani 
Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma 
Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya 
Satish Chandra Dubey 
Sanjay Seth 
Durga Das Uikey 
Raksha Khadse 
Rajbhushan Chaudhary 
Kamlesh Paswan 
Anupriya Patel 
Tokhan Sahu 
Nityanand Rai 
Bandi Sanjay Kumar 
Pankaj Chaudhary 
Murlidhar Mohol 
BL Verma 
Harsh Malhotra 
Ajay Tamta 
V Somanna 
George Kurian 
Pabitra Margherita 
Shantanu Thakur 
Ravneet Singh Bittu

(With inputs from agencies)

After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces.

After winning his third term as prime minister of India, Narendra Modi put together his council of ministers on Sunday (June 9). The ministers included some seasoned politicians from the NDA alliance as well as some new faces. The 71 council of ministers took oath of office and pledged to work for the betterment of the country. Here's who is in Modi's new cabinet: - Ministers of Cabinet Rank Rajnath Singh Amit Shah Nitin Gadkari JP Nadda Shivraj Singh Chouhan Nirmala Sitharaman S Jaishankar Manohar Lal Khattar Piyush Goyal Dharmendra Pradhan Sarbananda Sonowal Jitan Ram Manjhi Jyotiraditya Scindia Hardeep Singh Puri Mansukh Mandaviya G Kishan Reddy Pralhad Joshi Jual Oram Giriraj Singh Ashwini Vaishnaw Bhupender Yadav Annapurna Devi Kiren Rijiju CR Patil Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu Dr Virendra Kumar Chirag Paswan Rajiv Ranjan Singh or Lalan Singh HD Kumaraswamy Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Also Read | Union ministers from Modi 2.0 cabinet who have been dropped from Modi 3.0 - Ministers of State (Independent Charge) Jayant Chaudhary Arjun Ram Meghwal Jitendra Singh Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav Rao Inderjit Singh Also Read | Jyotiraditya Scindia: Ex-Congress bigwig takes oath as minister in Modi 3.0 - Minister of State Krishan Pal Gurjar Jitin Prasada Ram Nath Thakur Suresh Gopi Shobha Karandlaje Ramdas Athawale Shripad Naik Savitri Thakur SP Singh Baghel Sukanta Majumdar Bhagirath Chaudhary Kirti Vardhan Singh Dr Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya Satish Chandra Dubey Sanjay Seth Durga Das Uikey Raksha Khadse Rajbhushan Chaudhary Kamlesh Paswan Anupriya Patel Tokhan Sahu Nityanand Rai Bandi Sanjay Kumar Pankaj Chaudhary Murlidhar Mohol BL Verma Harsh Malhotra Ajay Tamta V Somanna George Kurian Pabitra Margherita Shantanu Thakur Ravneet Singh Bittu (With inputs from agencies)

India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet was sworn in on June 9 and it includes six former Chief Ministers. The Modi cabinet comprises of 30 ministers. Notably, Prime Minister Modi himself was the Chief Minister of Gujarat before stepping onto the national stage.

Here're six former CMs who joined Prime Minister Modi's new cabinet:&nbsp;

1. Shivraj Singh Chouhan

A seasoned politician who served three terms as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has been sworn in as minister in PM Modi's new cabinet. Even after stepping down as CM, his influence and policies continue to shape the state's governance.

2. Manohar Lal Khattar

The former two-term Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, is a seasoned leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and was at the helm of Haryana's administration since 2014. In March 2024, he stepped down from his chief ministerial position to make&nbsp;way for Nayab Singh Saini to assume office.&nbsp;

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3. Rajnath Singh

An influential leader who previously governed Uttar Pradesh and now plays a key role at the national level, Rajnath Singh, is once again roped in for the cabinet rank. He was UP chief minister from 2000 to 2002. Earlier, he also served as a Cabinet Minister for Road Transport and Highways in the Vajpayee Government.&nbsp;

4. Sarbananda Sonowal

Sonowal was the Chief Minister of Assam from May 24, 2016 to May 10, 2021. In the last government, he served as the Cabinet Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.&nbsp;

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From the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies, the cabinet roped in these politicians:&nbsp;

5. Jitan Ram Manjhi

Jitan Ram Manjhi served as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a brief&nbsp;period from May 20, 2014 to February 20, 2015. He held several ministerial positions in the Bihar government before being appointed as the Chief Minister in May 2014, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar.

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6. HD Kumaraswamy

The former Chief Minister of Karnataka, HD Kumaraswamy, was sworn in as a fresh face in PM Modi's new cabinet. He is from the Janata Dal (Secular) party and hails from a prominent political family in Karnataka. He is the son of former Prime Minister of India HD Deve Gowda and the brother of Karnataka MLA HD Revanna. His family has been influential in Karnataka politics for decades.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet was sworn in on June 9 and it includes six former Chief Ministers. The Modi cabinet comprises of 30 ministers. Notably, Prime Minister Modi himself was the Chief Minister of Gujarat before stepping onto the national stage.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet was sworn in on June 9 and it includes six former Chief Ministers. The Modi cabinet comprises of 30 ministers. Notably, Prime Minister Modi himself was the Chief Minister of Gujarat before stepping onto the national stage. Here're six former CMs who joined Prime Minister Modi's new cabinet: 1. Shivraj Singh Chouhan A seasoned politician who served three terms as the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has been sworn in as minister in PM Modi's new cabinet. Even after stepping down as CM, his influence and policies continue to shape the state's governance. 2. Manohar Lal Khattar The former two-term Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar, is a seasoned leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and was at the helm of Haryana's administration since 2014. In March 2024, he stepped down from his chief ministerial position to make way for Nayab Singh Saini to assume office. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers 3. Rajnath Singh An influential leader who previously governed Uttar Pradesh and now plays a key role at the national level, Rajnath Singh, is once again roped in for the cabinet rank. He was UP chief minister from 2000 to 2002. Earlier, he also served as a Cabinet Minister for Road Transport and Highways in the Vajpayee Government. 4. Sarbananda Sonowal Sonowal was the Chief Minister of Assam from May 24, 2016 to May 10, 2021. In the last government, he served as the Cabinet Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Also Read | Union ministers from Modi 2.0 cabinet who have been dropped from Modi 3.0 From the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies, the cabinet roped in these politicians: 5. Jitan Ram Manjhi Jitan Ram Manjhi served as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a brief period from May 20, 2014 to February 20, 2015. He held several ministerial positions in the Bihar government before being appointed as the Chief Minister in May 2014, following the resignation of Nitish Kumar. Watch | Modi 3.0: JP Nadda, Shivraj Singh Chouhan: Who are the new faces inducted into the new Modi cabinet × 6. HD Kumaraswamy The former Chief Minister of Karnataka, HD Kumaraswamy, was sworn in as a fresh face in PM Modi's new cabinet. He is from the Janata Dal (Secular) party and hails from a prominent political family in Karnataka. He is the son of former Prime Minister of India HD Deve Gowda and the brother of Karnataka MLA HD Revanna. His family has been influential in Karnataka politics for decades. (With inputs from agencies)

Know which six former chief ministers joined Indian PM Modi's new cabinet

A fresh cabinet was&nbsp;sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term.

Among the prominent figures who took&nbsp;oath of office were Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, and Nirmala Sitharaman, all assuming roles as Union Ministers.

Prime Minister Modi himself was sworn in earlier&nbsp;reaffirming&nbsp;his position at the helm of the nation for the third straight term.&nbsp;

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The newly-formed 72 Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, will comprise 30 Cabinet Ministers, 5 Ministers of State (Independent Charge) and 36 Ministers of State. Representatives hailed from 24 states and reflected India's various social groups.

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Notably, the cabinet will boast a record number of senior ministers, with 27 from Other Backward Classes (OBC), 10 from Scheduled Castes (SC), 5 from Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 5 from minority communities, as per reports.&nbsp;

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There has been an inclusion of 11 ministers from the NDA ally parties.&nbsp;Many members bring extensive central and state-level experience.
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There are 43 who served three terms or more in Parliament and 39 held ministerial positions in previous Indian governments. The cabinet also included former Chief Ministers, legislators, and state ministers. Leaders who took oath included 34 who served in state legislatures and 23 worked as ministers in state governments.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A fresh cabinet was sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term.

A fresh cabinet was sworn in on Sunday (June 9) following the 2024 Lok Sabha elections where the NDA alliance seized victory and returned to power for another term. Among the prominent figures who took oath of office were Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, and Nirmala Sitharaman, all assuming roles as Union Ministers. Prime Minister Modi himself was sworn in earlier reaffirming his position at the helm of the nation for the third straight term. Also Read | Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ram Mohan Naidu and more: Who all are first-timers in Modi 3.0 Cabinet? The newly-formed 72 Council of Ministers, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, will comprise 30 Cabinet Ministers, 5 Ministers of State (Independent Charge) and 36 Ministers of State. Representatives hailed from 24 states and reflected India's various social groups. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers Notably, the cabinet will boast a record number of senior ministers, with 27 from Other Backward Classes (OBC), 10 from Scheduled Castes (SC), 5 from Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 5 from minority communities, as per reports. Watch | Narendra Modi swears in as PM, 71 ministers take oath including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah × There has been an inclusion of 11 ministers from the NDA ally parties. Many members bring extensive central and state-level experience. There are 43 who served three terms or more in Parliament and 39 held ministerial positions in previous Indian governments. The cabinet also included former Chief Ministers, legislators, and state ministers. Leaders who took oath included 34 who served in state legislatures and 23 worked as ministers in state governments. (With inputs from agencies)

Under Indian PM Modi's leadership, cabinet ministers take oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Nirmala Sitharaman, a prominent Indian politician and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was&nbsp;sworn in as the Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9).&nbsp;

She has held several key positions within the Indian government. Among the key positions held by her in the past were - Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs from 2019 - till June 2024.&nbsp;

As the first full-time female Finance Minister of India, Sitharaman oversaw the economic policies and financial management of the country, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic in India.&nbsp;

She has also been instrumental in crafting the Union Budget and navigating the economy through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic. In those turbulent times she was appointed to lead the COVID-19 Economic Response Task Force.&nbsp;

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Sitharaman also served as the Minister of Defence from 2017 to 2019. She became the second woman to hold the position of Defence Minister of India, after Indira Gandhi. She also served as the Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs from 2014 - 2017.&nbsp;

As part of the Narendra Modi-led government, she played a crucial role in financial policy-making and corporate governance.

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She also served as the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Commerce and Industry from 2014 to 2017. She was responsible for trade negotiations and improving the ease of doing business in India.

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Before holding ministerial positions, Sitharaman served as the national spokesperson for the BJP, where she gained recognition for her articulate defence of the party’s policies and ideologies.
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Before entering politics, Nirmala Sitharaman worked in various capacities, including as an assistant to an economist in the Agricultural Engineers Association in the UK, and later in the corporate sector in India. She also served as a member of the National Commission for Women.

Nirmala Sitharaman is married to Parakala Prabhakar, an economist and political commentator. They have&nbsp;a&nbsp;daughter.

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Nirmala Sitharaman, a prominent Indian politician and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was sworn in as the Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9).

Nirmala Sitharaman, a prominent Indian politician and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was sworn in as the Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9). She has held several key positions within the Indian government. Among the key positions held by her in the past were - Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs from 2019 - till June 2024. As the first full-time female Finance Minister of India, Sitharaman oversaw the economic policies and financial management of the country, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic in India. She has also been instrumental in crafting the Union Budget and navigating the economy through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic. In those turbulent times she was appointed to lead the COVID-19 Economic Response Task Force. Also Read | Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ram Mohan Naidu and more: Who all are first-timers in Modi 3.0 Cabinet? Sitharaman also served as the Minister of Defence from 2017 to 2019. She became the second woman to hold the position of Defence Minister of India, after Indira Gandhi. She also served as the Minister of State for Finance and Corporate Affairs from 2014 - 2017. As part of the Narendra Modi-led government, she played a crucial role in financial policy-making and corporate governance. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers She also served as the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Commerce and Industry from 2014 to 2017. She was responsible for trade negotiations and improving the ease of doing business in India. Watch | Modi 3.0: PM Modi takes oath for third term, JP Nadda, Shivraj Singh Chouhan get cabinet berths × Before holding ministerial positions, Sitharaman served as the national spokesperson for the BJP, where she gained recognition for her articulate defence of the party’s policies and ideologies. Before entering politics, Nirmala Sitharaman worked in various capacities, including as an assistant to an economist in the Agricultural Engineers Association in the UK, and later in the corporate sector in India. She also served as a member of the National Commission for Women. Nirmala Sitharaman is married to Parakala Prabhakar, an economist and political commentator. They have a daughter. (With inputs from agencies)

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Haradanahalli Devegowda Kumaraswamy (HD Kumaraswamy), former Chief Minister of Karnataka, was sworn in as a union minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9).&nbsp;

He is from the Janata Dal (Secular) party and hails from a prominent political family in Karnataka.&nbsp;

He is the son of former Prime Minister of India HD Deve Gowda and the brother of Karnataka MLA HD Revanna. His family has been influential in Karnataka politics for decades.

In the recently held 2024 Lok Sabha elections, former CM Kumaraswamy contested as a candidate of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Kumaraswamy secured victory from Karnataka's Mandya Lok Sabha constituency with a staggering 851,881 votes. His triumph came with a huge margin of 284,620 votes.

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HD Kumaraswamy entered politics following the footsteps of his father, HD Deve Gowda. He rose to prominence within the Janata Dal (Secular) party and emerged as a key figure in Karnataka politics.

Among the key positions held by him includes his stint as the 18th Chief Minister of Karnataka from February 2006 to October 2007.&nbsp;

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His tenure was marked by a coalition government between the Janata Dal (Secular) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka, known as the JD(S)-BJP coalition government.

He was also the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) and represented various constituencies in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, including Ramanagaram and Channapatna.

He has held leadership positions within the Janata Dal (Secular) party, including State President of Janata Dal (Secular), and has played a crucial role in shaping its policies and strategies.&nbsp;

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Kumaraswamy and his party, JD(S), espouse a center-left political ideology with a focus on social justice and regional development.&nbsp;

HD Kumaraswamy is married to Anitha Kumaraswamy, who is also a prominent political figure in Karnataka. The couple has two children.&nbsp;

In the 2019 parliamentary elections, his son Nikhil Gowda ran for the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency against independent candidate Sumalatha, the wife of the late film actor Ambareesh.&nbsp;

Kumaraswamy campaigned extensively throughout the constituency. However, despite his efforts, his son faced defeat and lost by a margin of nearly&nbsp;130,000&nbsp;votes.

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Haradanahalli Devegowda Kumaraswamy (HD Kumaraswamy), former Chief Minister of Karnataka, was sworn in as a union minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9).

Haradanahalli Devegowda Kumaraswamy (HD Kumaraswamy), former Chief Minister of Karnataka, was sworn in as a union minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new cabinet on Sunday (June 9). He is from the Janata Dal (Secular) party and hails from a prominent political family in Karnataka. He is the son of former Prime Minister of India HD Deve Gowda and the brother of Karnataka MLA HD Revanna. His family has been influential in Karnataka politics for decades. In the recently held 2024 Lok Sabha elections, former CM Kumaraswamy contested as a candidate of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Kumaraswamy secured victory from Karnataka's Mandya Lok Sabha constituency with a staggering 851,881 votes. His triumph came with a huge margin of 284,620 votes. Also Read | Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ram Mohan Naidu and more: Who all are first-timers in Modi 3.0 Cabinet? HD Kumaraswamy entered politics following the footsteps of his father, HD Deve Gowda. He rose to prominence within the Janata Dal (Secular) party and emerged as a key figure in Karnataka politics. Among the key positions held by him includes his stint as the 18th Chief Minister of Karnataka from February 2006 to October 2007. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers His tenure was marked by a coalition government between the Janata Dal (Secular) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Karnataka, known as the JD(S)-BJP coalition government. He was also the Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) and represented various constituencies in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly, including Ramanagaram and Channapatna. He has held leadership positions within the Janata Dal (Secular) party, including State President of Janata Dal (Secular), and has played a crucial role in shaping its policies and strategies. Watch | Narendra Modi swears in as PM, 71 ministers take oath including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah × Kumaraswamy and his party, JD(S), espouse a center-left political ideology with a focus on social justice and regional development. HD Kumaraswamy is married to Anitha Kumaraswamy, who is also a prominent political figure in Karnataka. The couple has two children. In the 2019 parliamentary elections, his son Nikhil Gowda ran for the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency against independent candidate Sumalatha, the wife of the late film actor Ambareesh. Kumaraswamy campaigned extensively throughout the constituency. However, despite his efforts, his son faced defeat and lost by a margin of nearly 130,000 votes. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is HD Kumaraswamy? Former Karnataka CM becomes union minister in Modi 3.0 cabinet

From&nbsp;chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Telangana's Bandi Sanjay Kumar,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 3.0 Cabinet introduced a wave of new faces as council of ministers. Here's a glimpse at the first-timers in Modi's cabinet:&nbsp;

1. Jitin Prasada, BJP: Former UPA minister and youth icon, Prasada brings a wealth of political experience from his tenure with the Indian Youth Congress to his recent shift to the BJP.&nbsp;&nbsp;He defeated&nbsp;Samajwadi Party’s Bhagwat Saran Gangwar from&nbsp;Pilibhit Lok Sabha constituency.&nbsp;

2. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, BJP: Madhya Pradesh's longest-serving CM steps onto the national stage.&nbsp;He was elected a Member of Parliament for the first time in the 10th Lok Sabha from Vidisha Constituency.

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3. Suresh Gopi, BJP: Renowned Malayalam cinema legend turned politician, Gopi's journey from the silver screen to the political arena culminates in a major win from Thrissur, Kerala&nbsp;in the recent polls.&nbsp;

4. ML Khattar, BJP: Former Haryana CM has&nbsp;transitioned from state to national politics. Khattar submitted his resignation to Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya on 12 March 2024.&nbsp;

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5. Raksha Khadse, BJP: Maharashtra's rising star, Khadse's familial ties and grassroots connect position her as a formidable force in the state's politics.

6. Bandi Sanjay Kumar, BJP: Telangana's fiery politician's elevation is a start of NDA's strategic move to strengthen BJP's presence in the southern state.

7. Harsh Malhotra, BJP: Malhotra clinched victory from the Jamnapaar east Delhi seat against Aam Aadmi Party’s Kuldeep Kumar.

8. Ravneet Singh Bittu, BJP: Even after a recent electoral setback from the Ludhiana seat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Bittu's inclusion seems to indicate BJP's commitment to form a stronghold in Punjab.&nbsp;

9. Sanjay Seth, BJP: Hailing from Jharkhand, Seth was the BJP MP from Ranchi.&nbsp;

10. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, TDP: Andhra's wealthiest MP, Pemmasani's entry into the Union Council of Ministers added a new dimension to regional representation of the state at centre.&nbsp;

12. Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, TDP: A youthful addition from Andhra Pradesh, Kinjarapu's parliamentary experience make him a promising inclusion in the cabinet.&nbsp;He is a three-time MP from Srikakulam Lok Sabha constituency.

13. Lalan Singh, JD(U): Bihar's stalwart, Singh's long-standing association with state politics bring a seasoned perspective to the national stage.

14. Ramnath Thakur, JD(U): The 69-year-old is a four-term MP and former national president of the JD(U). He was also the chief minister of Bihar. Bihar has this time several demands from Centre for the welfare of the state.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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16. Jayant Chaudhary, RJD: Uttar Pradesh's Rajya Sabha MP, Chaudhary's alignment with the NDA is an important political realignment in the state.&nbsp;Chaudhary's Rashtriya Lok Dal formally joined the NDA&nbsp;on March 01, 2024.&nbsp;

17. HD Kumaraswamy, JDS: Karnataka's former CM, Kumaraswamy's entry into the central government is JDS's efforts to expand its footprint beyond state boundaries.

18. Chirag Paswan, LJP: Bihar's young leader, Paswan's inclusion comes after LJP won five Lok Sabha seats.&nbsp;&nbsp;

19. Jitan Ram Manjhi (Hindustani Awam Morcha): Bihar's former CM, Manjhi's return to power is HAM's continued relevance in politics. Manjhi was the 23rd Chief Minister of Bihar.&nbsp;

The first-timers also include Kamlesh Paswan, Sukanta Majumder, Durga Das Uikey, Raj Bhushan Chaudhary, Satish Dubey, Sanjay Seth, C R Paatil, Bhagirath Chaudhary, Harsh Malhotra, V Somanna, Savitri Thakur (UP), Prataprao Jadhav, George Kurian, Kirti Vardhan Singh, Tokhan Sahu, Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma, Nimuben Bambhniya, Murlidhar Mohol, Pabitra Margherita and Bandi Sanjay Kumar.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

From chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Telangana's Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 3.0 Cabinet introduced a wave of new faces as council of ministers.

From chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to Telangana's Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 3.0 Cabinet introduced a wave of new faces as council of ministers. Here's a glimpse at the first-timers in Modi's cabinet: 1. Jitin Prasada, BJP: Former UPA minister and youth icon, Prasada brings a wealth of political experience from his tenure with the Indian Youth Congress to his recent shift to the BJP. He defeated Samajwadi Party’s Bhagwat Saran Gangwar from Pilibhit Lok Sabha constituency. 2. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, BJP: Madhya Pradesh's longest-serving CM steps onto the national stage. He was elected a Member of Parliament for the first time in the 10th Lok Sabha from Vidisha Constituency. Also Read | Union ministers from Modi 2.0 cabinet who have been dropped from Modi 3.0 3. Suresh Gopi, BJP: Renowned Malayalam cinema legend turned politician, Gopi's journey from the silver screen to the political arena culminates in a major win from Thrissur, Kerala in the recent polls. 4. ML Khattar, BJP: Former Haryana CM has transitioned from state to national politics. Khattar submitted his resignation to Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya on 12 March 2024. Also Read | India's new coalition government: Full list of Modi's Council of Ministers 5. Raksha Khadse, BJP: Maharashtra's rising star, Khadse's familial ties and grassroots connect position her as a formidable force in the state's politics. 6. Bandi Sanjay Kumar, BJP: Telangana's fiery politician's elevation is a start of NDA's strategic move to strengthen BJP's presence in the southern state. 7. Harsh Malhotra, BJP: Malhotra clinched victory from the Jamnapaar east Delhi seat against Aam Aadmi Party’s Kuldeep Kumar. 8. Ravneet Singh Bittu, BJP: Even after a recent electoral setback from the Ludhiana seat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, Bittu's inclusion seems to indicate BJP's commitment to form a stronghold in Punjab. 9. Sanjay Seth, BJP: Hailing from Jharkhand, Seth was the BJP MP from Ranchi. 10. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, TDP: Andhra's wealthiest MP, Pemmasani's entry into the Union Council of Ministers added a new dimension to regional representation of the state at centre. 12. Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, TDP: A youthful addition from Andhra Pradesh, Kinjarapu's parliamentary experience make him a promising inclusion in the cabinet. He is a three-time MP from Srikakulam Lok Sabha constituency. 13. Lalan Singh, JD(U): Bihar's stalwart, Singh's long-standing association with state politics bring a seasoned perspective to the national stage. 14. Ramnath Thakur, JD(U): The 69-year-old is a four-term MP and former national president of the JD(U). He was also the chief minister of Bihar. Bihar has this time several demands from Centre for the welfare of the state. Watch | Narendra Modi swears in as PM, 71 ministers take oath including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah × 15. Pratap Rao Jadhav,Shiv Sena: Maharashtra's veteran leader, Jadhav's return shows Shiv Sena's renewed focus on central politics. 16. Jayant Chaudhary, RJD: Uttar Pradesh's Rajya Sabha MP, Chaudhary's alignment with the NDA is an important political realignment in the state. Chaudhary's Rashtriya Lok Dal formally joined the NDA on March 01, 2024. 17. HD Kumaraswamy, JDS: Karnataka's former CM, Kumaraswamy's entry into the central government is JDS's efforts to expand its footprint beyond state boundaries. 18. Chirag Paswan, LJP: Bihar's young leader, Paswan's inclusion comes after LJP won five Lok Sabha seats. 19. Jitan Ram Manjhi (Hindustani Awam Morcha): Bihar's former CM, Manjhi's return to power is HAM's continued relevance in politics. Manjhi was the 23rd Chief Minister of Bihar. The first-timers also include Kamlesh Paswan, Sukanta Majumder, Durga Das Uikey, Raj Bhushan Chaudhary, Satish Dubey, Sanjay Seth, C R Paatil, Bhagirath Chaudhary, Harsh Malhotra, V Somanna, Savitri Thakur (UP), Prataprao Jadhav, George Kurian, Kirti Vardhan Singh, Tokhan Sahu, Bhupathi Raju Srinivasa Varma, Nimuben Bambhniya, Murlidhar Mohol, Pabitra Margherita and Bandi Sanjay Kumar. (With inputs from agencies)

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ram Mohan Naidu and more: Who all are first-timers in Modi 3.0 Cabinet?

A three-term Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh continues to exert his influence in state governance even after stepping down. Shivraj Singh Chouhan has now joined PM Modi's cabinet.

The two-term Chief Minister of Haryana stepped down in March 2024. He has been inducted into PM Modi's new cabinet.

He governed Uttar Pradesh as CM and held a ministerial position in the Vajpayee Government. Singh was the Defence Minister in last government and has again been inducted in the cabinet by PM Modi.

Former Chief Minister of Assam, served as a Cabinet Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways in PM Modi's last cabinet.

A brief-serving Chief Minister of Bihar will now contribute to nation from his ministerial position after holding various roles in the Bihar government.

Former Chief Minister of Karnataka is a new face in PM Modi's cabinet. He is from the Janata Dal (Secular) party.

6 Ex-CMs Who Joined PM Modi 3.0 Cabinet

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing mounting pressure to agree to a ceasefire deal, has asked his war cabinet minister Gantz to not leave the emergency wartime government and "remain united."&nbsp;

Netanyahu's post on X on Saturday (June 8), when translated in English, read, "This is the time for unity and not for division. We must remain united within ourselves in the face of the great tasks before us. I call on Benny Gantz - do not leave the emergency government. Don't give up on unity."

Multiple Israeli media outlets reported that&nbsp;Gantz postponed the presser scheduled for Saturday where he was speculated to make an announcement of his resignation from Netanyahu's emergency government.

WION's correspondent in Israel confirmed that the presser by Gantz where he was due to make an announcement has now been canceled because of the hostages' rescue, a development which was a major sigh of relief for many Israelis who are demanding the prompt release of Israeli captives by Hamas.&nbsp;

Israeli forces successfully rescued four hostages from the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza on Saturday.

<h2>210 Palestinians killed amid rescue: Hamas&nbsp;</h2>

The rescue operation, which took place amid intense conflict, left 210 Palestinians dead and hundreds injured, according to reports from the Hamas-run government.

The al Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, confirmed the rescue in a Telegram post.

Spokesman Abu Ubaida stated, "The enemy was able, by committing horrific massacres, to free some of its prisoners, but at the same time it killed some of them during the operation."&nbsp;

He further warned that the operation could endanger remaining hostages, saying, "The operation will pose a great danger to the enemy prisoners and will have a devastating impact on their conditions and lives."

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The Israeli military reported that the four rescued hostages - Noa Argamani, 26, Almog Meir Jan, 22, Andrey Kozlov, 27, and Shlomi Ziv, 41 - were in good medical condition. They were taken during Hamas's attack on the Nova music festival&nbsp;on October 7, an event that triggered the ongoing war in Gaza.

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An Israel Defence Forces source told Sky News that the hostages were held in "residential buildings in the midst of civilian population." "As far as I know, they were all Hamas operatives. Sounds convenient for Hamas to say that they are not after the hostages were rescued," the said source revealed.&nbsp;

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Currently, 116 hostages remain in Gaza, including 41 that the Israeli army believes are dead.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing mounting pressure to agree to a ceasefire deal, has asked his war cabinet minister Gantz to not leave the emergency wartime government and "remain united.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing mounting pressure to agree to a ceasefire deal, has asked his war cabinet minister Gantz to not leave the emergency wartime government and "remain united." Netanyahu's post on X on Saturday (June 8), when translated in English, read, "This is the time for unity and not for division. We must remain united within ourselves in the face of the great tasks before us. I call on Benny Gantz - do not leave the emergency government. Don't give up on unity." Multiple Israeli media outlets reported that Gantz postponed the presser scheduled for Saturday where he was speculated to make an announcement of his resignation from Netanyahu's emergency government. WION's correspondent in Israel confirmed that the presser by Gantz where he was due to make an announcement has now been canceled because of the hostages' rescue, a development which was a major sigh of relief for many Israelis who are demanding the prompt release of Israeli captives by Hamas. Israeli forces successfully rescued four hostages from the Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza on Saturday. 210 Palestinians killed amid rescue: Hamas The rescue operation, which took place amid intense conflict, left 210 Palestinians dead and hundreds injured, according to reports from the Hamas-run government. The al Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, confirmed the rescue in a Telegram post. Spokesman Abu Ubaida stated, "The enemy was able, by committing horrific massacres, to free some of its prisoners, but at the same time it killed some of them during the operation." He further warned that the operation could endanger remaining hostages, saying, "The operation will pose a great danger to the enemy prisoners and will have a devastating impact on their conditions and lives." Also Read | Gaza war: Noa Argamani and other rescued hostages' fateful encounter with Hamas on Oct 7 The Israeli military reported that the four rescued hostages - Noa Argamani, 26, Almog Meir Jan, 22, Andrey Kozlov, 27, and Shlomi Ziv, 41 - were in good medical condition. They were taken during Hamas's attack on the Nova music festival on October 7, an event that triggered the ongoing war in Gaza. Also Read | Biden and Macron celebrate US-French ties, show support for Ukraine and Gaza ceasefire deal An Israel Defence Forces source told Sky News that the hostages were held in "residential buildings in the midst of civilian population." "As far as I know, they were all Hamas operatives. Sounds convenient for Hamas to say that they are not after the hostages were rescued," the said source revealed. Watch | French President Macron welcomes US President Biden in Paris × Currently, 116 hostages remain in Gaza, including 41 that the Israeli army believes are dead. (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu urges 'unity', calls on Gantz to stay in emergency wartime government

Sikkim Lok Sabha Election Results 2024:&nbsp;Sikkim Krantikari Morcha won the lone seat of the northeastern state in the Indian general elections.

Sikkim went to polls in the first phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 on April 19. As per the Election Commission of India, the voter turnout in the union territory stood at around 76.60 per cent.&nbsp;

In 2019, the Sikkim constituency had 434128 eligible voters, but only 81.41% of them cast ballots. With a margin of 12433 votes, SKM candidate Indra Hang Subba was victorious in the Sikkim seat during the 2019 elections. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election, SKM was a member of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).

<h2>Sikkim Lok Sabha Elections Result 2024: Full List of Candidates</h2>

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Sikkim Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Sikkim Krantikari Morcha won the lone seat of the northeastern state in the Indian general elections. Sikkim went to polls in the first phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 on April 19.

Sikkim Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Sikkim Krantikari Morcha won the lone seat of the northeastern state in the Indian general elections. Sikkim went to polls in the first phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 on April 19. As per the Election Commission of India, the voter turnout in the union territory stood at around 76.60 per cent. In 2019, the Sikkim constituency had 434128 eligible voters, but only 81.41% of them cast ballots. With a margin of 12433 votes, SKM candidate Indra Hang Subba was victorious in the Sikkim seat during the 2019 elections. In the 2019 Lok Sabha election, SKM was a member of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). Sikkim Lok Sabha Elections Result 2024: Full List of Candidates No. Constituencies Candidates INC BJP Sikkim Krantikari Morcha Sikkim Republican Party Sikkim Democratic Front Citizen Action Party-Sikkim 1. Sikkim Gopal Chettri Dinesh Chandra Nepal Indra Hang Subba Kharga Bhadur Rai Prem Das Rai Bharat Basnett Sikkim Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Constituency Wise Party-wise Winner List No. Constituency Winner Party 1. Sikkim Indra Hang Subba Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (With inputs from agencies)

Sikkim Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Winner List: Sikkim Krantikari Morcha wins lone seat

Nine trekkers tragically lost their lives after being trapped in a blizzard while returning from Sahastra Tal in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, on June 4. The group, part of a 22-member trekking team organised by the Karnataka Mountaineering Association (KMA), faced severe weather conditions that caused them to lose their way.

A joint air-ground rescue operation was launched and 13 trekkers were rescued.

Even as poor weather hindered helicopter efforts and posed challenges for the rescue teams, including two Cheetah helicopters and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel, many were saved.&nbsp;

As per reports, the tragedy struck on June 3, as the group was descending from Sahastra Tal peak. At around 3:30 pm, a whiteout was caused by a blizzard that led to the trekkers losing visibility, said KMA secretary Srivatsa.

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Reports quoting Madhu Kiran Reddy, one of the survivors, said, "We were all taking shelter under a big rock and two people died in the night right in front of us due to the cold. Two others were dead by morning, while five more died the next day."

The nine trekkers succumbed to hypothermia, a condition where the body loses heat faster than it can produce it and causes dangerously low body temperature&nbsp;below 35°C.

<h2>Individuals with diverse interests</h2>

Among the deceased were several notable individuals with diverse interests and contributions to society. The 71-year-old Asha Sudhakar had reportedly participated in numerous high-altitude expeditions and was honoured with the Dasara Award and Kalasha Award for her mountaineering feats. Her husband, S. Sudhakar, survived the trek.&nbsp;

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Padmini Hegde, 34, one of the youngest victims, was a UX researcher at Google, involved in sustainable design projects in Meghalaya, as per Indian Express.&nbsp;

Anita Rangappa, 55, a&nbsp;senior trekker with vast experience, was remembered as an avid trekker who viewed age as just a number. Venkatesh Prasad was a computer science engineer and active trekker, known for motivating others to trek and for his meticulous planning.

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Sujata and Vinayak Mungurwadi, both 52, were a couple active in mountaineering and social work and were involved in Covid-19 relief activities. Chitra Praneeth, 48, set up the HSR Layout Citizens’ Forum and promoted sustainable practices. Sindhu Wakekalam,&nbsp; 44, an experienced trekker and computer science engineer, had explored multiple terrains across India.

Padmanabha Krishnamurthy, 50, a chartered accountant, was deeply connected to his hometown. Krishnamurthy contributed to local temple development and was known for his community involvement.

(With inputs from agencies)

Nine trekkers tragically lost their lives after being trapped in a blizzard while returning from Sahastra Tal in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, on June 4. The group, part of a 22-member trekking team organised by the Karnataka Mountaineering Association (KMA), faced severe weather conditions that caused them to lose their way.

Nine trekkers tragically lost their lives after being trapped in a blizzard while returning from Sahastra Tal in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, on June 4. The group, part of a 22-member trekking team organised by the Karnataka Mountaineering Association (KMA), faced severe weather conditions that caused them to lose their way. A joint air-ground rescue operation was launched and 13 trekkers were rescued. Even as poor weather hindered helicopter efforts and posed challenges for the rescue teams, including two Cheetah helicopters and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) personnel, many were saved. As per reports, the tragedy struck on June 3, as the group was descending from Sahastra Tal peak. At around 3:30 pm, a whiteout was caused by a blizzard that led to the trekkers losing visibility, said KMA secretary Srivatsa. Also Read | Bodies of all four Indian students recovered from Russia’s Volkhov river, to be repatriated Reports quoting Madhu Kiran Reddy, one of the survivors, said, "We were all taking shelter under a big rock and two people died in the night right in front of us due to the cold. Two others were dead by morning, while five more died the next day." The nine trekkers succumbed to hypothermia, a condition where the body loses heat faster than it can produce it and causes dangerously low body temperature below 35°C. Individuals with diverse interests Among the deceased were several notable individuals with diverse interests and contributions to society. The 71-year-old Asha Sudhakar had reportedly participated in numerous high-altitude expeditions and was honoured with the Dasara Award and Kalasha Award for her mountaineering feats. Her husband, S. Sudhakar, survived the trek. Also Read | INDIA bloc offered PM post to Nitish Kumar claims JD (U) leader, Congress reacts Padmini Hegde, 34, one of the youngest victims, was a UX researcher at Google, involved in sustainable design projects in Meghalaya, as per Indian Express. Anita Rangappa, 55, a senior trekker with vast experience, was remembered as an avid trekker who viewed age as just a number. Venkatesh Prasad was a computer science engineer and active trekker, known for motivating others to trek and for his meticulous planning. Watch | PM Narendra Modi swearing-in ceremony: Security increased for the event × Sujata and Vinayak Mungurwadi, both 52, were a couple active in mountaineering and social work and were involved in Covid-19 relief activities. Chitra Praneeth, 48, set up the HSR Layout Citizens’ Forum and promoted sustainable practices. Sindhu Wakekalam, 44, an experienced trekker and computer science engineer, had explored multiple terrains across India. Padmanabha Krishnamurthy, 50, a chartered accountant, was deeply connected to his hometown. Krishnamurthy contributed to local temple development and was known for his community involvement. (With inputs from agencies)

Who were nine trekkers killed in Uttarakhand blizzard during Sahastra Tal trek?

In&nbsp;a harrowing incident, a&nbsp;45-year-old woman was found dead inside the belly of a massive python in central Indonesia. Farida, a mother of four from Kalempang village in South Sulawesi province, was discovered by her husband and local residents on Friday (June 7) after she went missing the previous night.

Her disappearance triggered a frantic search which only ended when her husband stumbled upon her belongings. This led villagers to suspect a nearby python, which measured around 16 feet in length.

"They soon spotted a python with a large belly," village head Suardi Rosi told AFP while explaining the gruesome discovery. "They agreed to cut open the python's stomach. As soon as they did, Farida's head was immediately visible."

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In a rare but not unprecedented occurrence in Indonesia,&nbsp;Farida was found fully clothed inside the snake.

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In a similar tragedy last year in Southeast Sulawesi's Tinanggea district, an eight-metre python strangled and consumed a farmer. In 2022, a woman named Jahrah, a rubber-tapper in her 50s, met the same fate in Jambi province. Local reports detailed how villagers found her body inside a python after she failed to return from work at a rubber plantation.

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Two more fatalities were recorded between 2017 and 2018. In 2018, Wa Tiba, 54, disappeared while tending to her vegetable garden on Muna island. Her body was later found inside a seven-meter python, discovered only 30 metres from her sandals and machete.

In 2017, a farmer in West Sulawesi was swallowed by a four-metre&nbsp;python at a palm oil plantation.

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Notably, Pythons have the ability to swallow their prey whole, thanks to their incredibly flexible jaws. They ambush their predators, meaning they lie in wait for unsuspecting prey to come close. They often remain still, camouflaged in their environment, until the right moment.

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In a harrowing incident, a 45-year-old woman was found dead inside the belly of a massive python in central Indonesia. Farida, a mother of four from Kalempang village in South Sulawesi province, was discovered by her husband and local residents on Friday (June 7) after she went missing the previous night.

In a harrowing incident, a 45-year-old woman was found dead inside the belly of a massive python in central Indonesia. Farida, a mother of four from Kalempang village in South Sulawesi province, was discovered by her husband and local residents on Friday (June 7) after she went missing the previous night. Her disappearance triggered a frantic search which only ended when her husband stumbled upon her belongings. This led villagers to suspect a nearby python, which measured around 16 feet in length. "They soon spotted a python with a large belly," village head Suardi Rosi told AFP while explaining the gruesome discovery. "They agreed to cut open the python's stomach. As soon as they did, Farida's head was immediately visible." Also Read | US: Plane tyre blows off during take-off, makes emergency landing as passengers 'cry, scream' In a rare but not unprecedented occurrence in Indonesia, Farida was found fully clothed inside the snake. Similar tragedies In a similar tragedy last year in Southeast Sulawesi's Tinanggea district, an eight-metre python strangled and consumed a farmer. In 2022, a woman named Jahrah, a rubber-tapper in her 50s, met the same fate in Jambi province. Local reports detailed how villagers found her body inside a python after she failed to return from work at a rubber plantation. Also Read | Attack on Denmark PM: Mette Frederiksen suffered light whiplash injury after assault, says her office Two more fatalities were recorded between 2017 and 2018. In 2018, Wa Tiba, 54, disappeared while tending to her vegetable garden on Muna island. Her body was later found inside a seven-meter python, discovered only 30 metres from her sandals and machete. In 2017, a farmer in West Sulawesi was swallowed by a four-metre python at a palm oil plantation. Watch | DJI's Flycart30: Heavy-lifter drone, tested on Mount Everest × Notably, Pythons have the ability to swallow their prey whole, thanks to their incredibly flexible jaws. They ambush their predators, meaning they lie in wait for unsuspecting prey to come close. They often remain still, camouflaged in their environment, until the right moment. (With inputs from agencies)

Shocking! Missing woman found inside 16-foot python in Indonesia

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