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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jan 30) paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary, along with Indian President Droupadi Murmu. Taking to social media platform X, Modi wrote, “I pay homage to Pujya Bapu on his Punya Tithi. I also pay homage to all those who have been martyred for our nation. Their sacrifices inspire us to serve the people and fulfill their vision for our nation.”</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the official PM Modi archive handle on X shared some pictures of his personal diary where he had written Gandhi’s quotes.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India: Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi Unity and Justice march to enter Bihar on January 29</strong></p>

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<p>"We bring to you pages from Narendra Modi's personal diary, which demonstrate that not only did he extensively read Mahatma Gandhi, but he also wrote down Gandhi's quotes in his personal diary as something of inspirational value to him. These entries continued to guide his interactions later on," the Modi Archive wrote on social media.</p>

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<p>Modi Archive offers users a glimpse into the PM’s personal life and career through archival records and anecdotes.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Modi was also joined by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister Hardeep Puri at Gandhi’s memorial in Rajghat. The ministers and leaders also observed a two-minute silence followed by a gun salute.</p>

<p>Here are some of Gandhi’s quotes from PM Modi’s personal dairy.<br />
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1. "I have no weapon but love to wield authority over anyone."<br />
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2. "My greed of [sic] nonviolence is an extremely active force. It has no room for cowardice or even weakness. There is hope for a violent man to be someday nonviolent, but there is none for a coward."<br />
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3. "There is sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed."<br />
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4. "If blood be shed, let it be our own. Let us cultivate the calm courage to die without killing."<br />
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Mahatma Gandhi, who played a key role in India’s independence from the Britishers, was shot dead on this day by Nathuram Godse in 1948. January 30 is observed as Martyrs' Day in India.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jan 30) paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary, along with Indian President Droupadi Murmu.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Jan 30) paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his 76th death anniversary, along with Indian President Droupadi Murmu. Taking to social media platform X, Modi wrote, “I pay homage to Pujya Bapu on his Punya Tithi. I also pay homage to all those who have been martyred for our nation. Their sacrifices inspire us to serve the people and fulfill their vision for our nation.” I pay homage to Pujya Bapu on his Punya Tithi. I also pay homage to all those who have been martyred for our nation. Their sacrifices inspire us to serve the people and fulfil their vision for our nation. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 30, 2024 × Meanwhile, the official PM Modi archive handle on X shared some pictures of his personal diary where he had written Gandhi’s quotes. Watch: India: Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi Unity and Justice march to enter Bihar on January 29 × "We bring to you pages from Narendra Modi's personal diary, which demonstrate that not only did he extensively read Mahatma Gandhi, but he also wrote down Gandhi's quotes in his personal diary as something of inspirational value to him. These entries continued to guide his interactions later on," the Modi Archive wrote on social media. We bring to you pages from @narendramodi's personal diary, which demonstrate that not only did he extensively read #MahatmaGandhi, but he also wrote down Gandhi's quotes in his personal diary as something of inspirational value to him. These entries continued to guide his… pic.twitter.com/MCvgCBMCx1 — Modi Archive (@modiarchive) January 30, 2024 × Modi Archive offers users a glimpse into the PM’s personal life and career through archival records and anecdotes. Also read: Martyrs' Day: History, Significance | All you Need to Know Modi was also joined by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Minister Hardeep Puri at Gandhi’s memorial in Rajghat. The ministers and leaders also observed a two-minute silence followed by a gun salute. Here are some of Gandhi’s quotes from PM Modi’s personal dairy. 1. "I have no weapon but love to wield authority over anyone." 2. "My greed of [sic] nonviolence is an extremely active force. It has no room for cowardice or even weakness. There is hope for a violent man to be someday nonviolent, but there is none for a coward." 3. "There is sufficiency in the world for man's need but not for man's greed." 4. "If blood be shed, let it be our own. Let us cultivate the calm courage to die without killing." Mahatma Gandhi, who played a key role in India’s independence from the Britishers, was shot dead on this day by Nathuram Godse in 1948. January 30 is observed as Martyrs' Day in India. (With inputs from agencies)

Have a look at PM Modi’s personal diary featuring Mahatma Gandhi’s quotes

The Indian Cosulate in Atlanta has taken to social media platform, X, and condemned the terrifying brutal and heinous incident that has led to the death of a 25-year-old Indian student.

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Indian Navy has rescued an Iranian vessel from Somalian pirates in the high seas. Over the weekend, Indian Navy helped a British tanker that caught fire after being attacked by the Houthis. The Indian Navy rescued a hijacked Iranian fishing vessel, Iman, in the Arabian Sea. The vessel was allegedly hijacked by Somalian pirates.

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The Indian army has announced a new policy for officials. New tests have been introduced to check the fitness standards of army personnel. Those who fail to meet the standards will have to face punitive actions.

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Janata Dal (United) President Nitish Kumar quit the Mahagathbandhan (Grand Alliance) in Bihar on Sunday (Jan 28) and submitted his resignation as chief minister to Governor Rajendra Arlekar at the Raj Bhavan. Watch to know more!

JDU Chief Nitish Kumar returns to NDA fold, Opposition I.N.D.I.A alliance in tatters

In the backdrop of the huge setback for the I.N.D.I.A. Alliance with Nitish Kumar jumping ship, India's opposition and Indian national congress leader Rahul Gandhi resumed his unity and justice march after a two-day break and there are visible signals that it is fraught with troubles. Watch to know more!

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The archaeological survey of India reveals it found around 55 stone sculptures of Hindu deities’ n the Gyanvapi mosque complex located in state of Uttar Pradesh. The report has concluded that a temple appears to have been destroyed in the 17th century during the reign of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb.

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<p>According to a famous quote by Beverly Sills, the Brooklyn-born soprano, there are no shortcuts to any place worth going. That may be&nbsp;especially true when that ‘short-cut’ is suggested by Google Maps. An SUV driver in India, blinded by his unshakable trust in Google Maps, ended up on a steep series of stairs when scouting for a shortcut while navigating through streets in Gudalur, a hill town in the southern state of Tamil Nadu.</p>

<p>Gudalur is a popular tourist destination, situated at a tri-junction among three Indian states: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The man, along with his friends, had spent the weekend in Gudalur and was heading back to Karnataka when he chose to follow the shortcut route suggested by Google Maps.</p>

<p>This path, however, took them to a steep flight of stairs in a residential area through police quarters.</p>

<p>As he was unable to proceed on the stairs, the man had to seek help from locals and police to steer back to the main road.</p>

<h2><strong>Previous such incidents</strong></h2>

<p>It is not the first time that Google Maps put travellers on a rough spot quite literally&nbsp;when they sought assistance in navigation.</p>

<p>Last November, a group of people heading home to Los Angeles from Las Vegas ended up in the middle of the Nevada Desert while they took a ‘shorter’ route suggested by Google Maps.</p>

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<p>The route, which would have saved them 50 minutes as per the app, gave them the horror of their life as they got stuck and had to call a tow truck to pick up their car.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gravitas: Family sues Google maps for allegedly directing man off collapsed bridge</strong></p>

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<p>"It was our first time driving to/from Vegas, so we didn’t know that you can really only take the I-15 back and forth," the driver was quoted as saying in local media.</p>

<p>While reacting to the incident, Google said they were investigating the matter.</p>

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According to a famous quote by Beverly Sills, the Brooklyn-born soprano, there are no shortcuts to any place worth going. That may be especially true when that ‘short-cut’ is suggested by Google Maps.

According to a famous quote by Beverly Sills, the Brooklyn-born soprano, there are no shortcuts to any place worth going. That may be especially true when that ‘short-cut’ is suggested by Google Maps. An SUV driver in India, blinded by his unshakable trust in Google Maps, ended up on a steep series of stairs when scouting for a shortcut while navigating through streets in Gudalur, a hill town in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. Gudalur is a popular tourist destination, situated at a tri-junction among three Indian states: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka. The man, along with his friends, had spent the weekend in Gudalur and was heading back to Karnataka when he chose to follow the shortcut route suggested by Google Maps. This path, however, took them to a steep flight of stairs in a residential area through police quarters. As he was unable to proceed on the stairs, the man had to seek help from locals and police to steer back to the main road. Previous such incidents It is not the first time that Google Maps put travellers on a rough spot quite literally when they sought assistance in navigation. Last November, a group of people heading home to Los Angeles from Las Vegas ended up in the middle of the Nevada Desert while they took a ‘shorter’ route suggested by Google Maps. Also read: Google Maps keeps up with renaming buzz, shows India on typing `Bharat` The route, which would have saved them 50 minutes as per the app, gave them the horror of their life as they got stuck and had to call a tow truck to pick up their car. Watch: Gravitas: Family sues Google maps for allegedly directing man off collapsed bridge × "It was our first time driving to/from Vegas, so we didn’t know that you can really only take the I-15 back and forth," the driver was quoted as saying in local media. While reacting to the incident, Google said they were investigating the matter. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Driver followed ‘fastest route’ suggested by Google Maps, ended up on stairs in hilly area

<p>Ooty, a popular hill station in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, saw mercury drop to 0.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday (Jan 28), thus transcending into a landscape often seen in India’s Kashmir valley. Media reports said up to an inch of ice was found stacked on parked vehicles, as residents in the area struggled to fire up their vehicles in frigid conditions.</p>

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<p>Even on Monday morning (Jan 29), the impact of frost was seen in areas like the Government Botanical Garden, BRICS Open Ground, Boat House, etc. The temperature in the Thalaigunda area dipped further down to 0 degrees Celsius.</p>

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<p>The chilling cold has disrupted people’s lives in the area, who are increasingly resorting to huddling around bonfires to keep themselves warm.</p>

<p>The hill station, located in the Nilgiri district, witnesses&nbsp;frost every year from November to February. However, this year, the frost only appeared in late January. Icy plains were observed in Ooty City and surrounding areas such as Kanthal, Pinker Post, and Thalai Kunta, as per a report by news agency ANI.</p>

<p>Even water drops on the lawns in these areas and surrounding places&nbsp;looked like frozen lumps.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The local weather department officials said a significant variation was seen in the temperatures of day and night, with the mercury hovering near 25C in the daytime.</p>

<p>Users on social media also reacted to the unusual scenes coming from Ooty.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Yes! its Very Cold!! I forgot to carry sweater &amp;it was like getting freezed,” wrote one user on X. “Global cooling,” wrote another. A third user, while recalling his past visit to the hill station, wrote, “Nilgri hills. Ooty is a "hill station" at times it gets very cold there. Been there in summers and mornings and nights use to be chilly.”</p>

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Ooty, a popular hill station in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, saw mercury drop to 0.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday (Jan 28), thus transcending into a landscape often seen in India’s Kashmir valley.

Ooty, a popular hill station in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, saw mercury drop to 0.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday (Jan 28), thus transcending into a landscape often seen in India’s Kashmir valley. Media reports said up to an inch of ice was found stacked on parked vehicles, as residents in the area struggled to fire up their vehicles in frigid conditions. #WATCH | Tamil Nadu: Life of Ooty residents affected by severe cold as frost forms on plants, vehicles, and roads. pic.twitter.com/9kaOlP3GWz — ANI (@ANI) January 28, 2024 × Even on Monday morning (Jan 29), the impact of frost was seen in areas like the Government Botanical Garden, BRICS Open Ground, Boat House, etc. The temperature in the Thalaigunda area dipped further down to 0 degrees Celsius. #WATCH | Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu: Temperature continues to dip in the hill station Ooty resulting in heavy frost in the morning. People sit around the bonfire to keep themselves warm. pic.twitter.com/9vDhKAKfoi — ANI (@ANI) January 29, 2024 × The chilling cold has disrupted people’s lives in the area, who are increasingly resorting to huddling around bonfires to keep themselves warm. The hill station, located in the Nilgiri district, witnesses frost every year from November to February. However, this year, the frost only appeared in late January. Icy plains were observed in Ooty City and surrounding areas such as Kanthal, Pinker Post, and Thalai Kunta, as per a report by news agency ANI. Even water drops on the lawns in these areas and surrounding places looked like frozen lumps. Also read: Climate change causes dry spell in Kashmir: Winter wonderland Gulmarg struggles with no snow The local weather department officials said a significant variation was seen in the temperatures of day and night, with the mercury hovering near 25C in the daytime. Users on social media also reacted to the unusual scenes coming from Ooty. “Yes! its Very Cold!! I forgot to carry sweater &it was like getting freezed,” wrote one user on X. “Global cooling,” wrote another. A third user, while recalling his past visit to the hill station, wrote, “Nilgri hills. Ooty is a "hill station" at times it gets very cold there. Been there in summers and mornings and nights use to be chilly.” (With inputs from agencies)

Watch | Mini-Kashmir in Tamil Nadu: Mercury dips below 1C as frost covers areas in Ooty

<p><strong>Republic Day Beating Retreat 2024:</strong> The Beating Retreat ceremony is a significant event that marks the culmination of the Republic Day celebrations in India. It takes place on the evening of January 29, three days after Republic Day. The ceremony is held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi and is a spectacular display of military precision, musical prowess, and cultural diversity.</p>

<p>The Beating Retreat ceremony has its origins in the ancient military tradition of signalling the end of the day's fighting and sounding the retreat. In the context of Republic Day celebrations, it symbolises the official end of the festivities.</p>

<p>The musical performances include a variety of tunes, ranging from patriotic and martial music to popular and folk tunes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also watch |&nbsp;<strong>ASI report on Gyanvapi mosque: 55 Hindu deity sculptures found in mosque</strong></p>

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<p>This year's Beating Retreat Ceremony is set to showcase a magnificent fanfare, highlighting 29 tunes inspired by Classical Ragas. The musical renditions will be performed by the bands of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, and CAPFs. Dignitaries such as Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh are expected to attend this grand event.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-one-killed-17-injured-after-stage-collapses-during-event-in-delhis-kalkaji-mandir-684427">India: One killed, 17 injured after stage collapses during event at Delhi's Kalkaji temple</a></p>

<p>The President of India serves as the Chief Guest at the Beating Retreat Ceremony, arriving with the 'President’s Bodyguards.' After their entrance, the unit renders the National Salute, accompanied by the National Anthem and the unfurling of the Indian Flag.</p>

<p>Military bands, pipes and Drums Bands, buglers, and trumpeters from various Army Regiments contribute to the musical spectacle. Originating in the early 1950s, Major Roberts of the Indian Army developed this unique display of massed bands. Notably, this year's ceremony will feature an impressive Drone Show, involving 3,500 indigenous drones lighting up the sky over Raisina Hills.</p>

<p>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/bihar-political-crisis-nitish-to-step-down-as-cm-form-new-govt-with-bjp-later-today-report-684422">JD(U)'s Nitish Kumar quits Grand Alliance in Bihar: Top points</a></p>

<h2><strong>How to book tickets for the Beating&nbsp;Retreat ceremony?</strong></h2>

<p>Attend the ceremony by booking your tickets on the Ministry of Defence website: https://aamantran.mod.gov.in/login</p>

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<strong>How to watch the live telecast of the Beating Retreat ceremony on Jan 29?</strong></h2>

<p>Visit the Doordarshan National YouTube channel or watch the event on DD News.</p>

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Republic Day Beating Retreat 2024: The Beating Retreat ceremony is a significant event that marks the culmination of the Republic Day celebrations in India. It takes place on the evening of January 29, three days after Republic Day.

Republic Day Beating Retreat 2024: The Beating Retreat ceremony is a significant event that marks the culmination of the Republic Day celebrations in India. It takes place on the evening of January 29, three days after Republic Day. The ceremony is held at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi and is a spectacular display of military precision, musical prowess, and cultural diversity. The Beating Retreat ceremony has its origins in the ancient military tradition of signalling the end of the day's fighting and sounding the retreat. In the context of Republic Day celebrations, it symbolises the official end of the festivities. The musical performances include a variety of tunes, ranging from patriotic and martial music to popular and folk tunes. Also watch | ASI report on Gyanvapi mosque: 55 Hindu deity sculptures found in mosque This year's Beating Retreat Ceremony is set to showcase a magnificent fanfare, highlighting 29 tunes inspired by Classical Ragas. The musical renditions will be performed by the bands of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, and CAPFs. Dignitaries such as Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh are expected to attend this grand event. Also read | India: One killed, 17 injured after stage collapses during event at Delhi's Kalkaji temple The President of India serves as the Chief Guest at the Beating Retreat Ceremony, arriving with the 'President’s Bodyguards.' After their entrance, the unit renders the National Salute, accompanied by the National Anthem and the unfurling of the Indian Flag. Military bands, pipes and Drums Bands, buglers, and trumpeters from various Army Regiments contribute to the musical spectacle. Originating in the early 1950s, Major Roberts of the Indian Army developed this unique display of massed bands. Notably, this year's ceremony will feature an impressive Drone Show, involving 3,500 indigenous drones lighting up the sky over Raisina Hills. Also read | JD(U)'s Nitish Kumar quits Grand Alliance in Bihar: Top points How to book tickets for the Beating Retreat ceremony? Attend the ceremony by booking your tickets on the Ministry of Defence website: https://aamantran.mod.gov.in/login How to watch the live telecast of the Beating Retreat ceremony on Jan 29? Visit the Doordarshan National YouTube channel or watch the event on DD News. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The first case of rhino poaching in 2024 in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, has been cracked by the authorities as they detained a team of animal poachers Friday night (Jan 26). The poachers killed an adult female rhino earlier this week whose&nbsp;carcass was recovered without its horn. Police said they also found&nbsp;an AK series rifle&nbsp;from the poachers that was allegedly used in the killing of the animal.</p>

<p>Taking to social media platform X, Assam Director General of police (DGP) Gyanendra Pratap Singh said, “Poachers have been arrested along with recovery of poached horn and the AK Rifle used in the poaching. Some more recoveries are yet to be made along with reconstruction of Crime Scene.”</p>

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<p>The killing took place on January 21 at Agoratoli Forest Range under Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. The poachers allegedly removed the horn and fled.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>First case of rhino poaching in 2024</strong></h2>

<p>This is the first case of rhino poaching in the new year. The poachers are believed to have entered Kaziranga by crossing the Brahmaputra river. The recovery of the carcass prompted police to launch an operation to trace the poachers.</p>

<p>“We followed the available links and kept eyes on possible markets. It was expected the poachers would try to sell the horn. We received specific information on Friday and arrested the poachers,” a senior cop was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times.</p>

<p><img alt="The Assam Police said they have recovered the poached rhino horn along with an AK Rifle and several rounds of live bullets from Golaghat district. (Image posted on X by Assam DGP)" src="https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2024/01/27/550x309/The-Assam-Police-said-they-have-recovered-the-poac_1706346601281.jpg" /></p>

<p>The DGP said, “In an outstanding investigation, a team led by the superintendent of police (SP) Golaghat cracked the case of recent rhino poaching at Kaziranga.</p>

<h2><strong>Zero poaching recorded in 2022</strong></h2>

<p>Due to the intense, result-oriented efforts put in by the Assam government over the last decades, 2022 was the first year in over 30 years to record zero rhino poaching. The incredible feat helped the state earn praise from all over the world, including from Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio.</p>

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<p>According to police, strict measures are still in place to ward off the poachers and to crack down on the illegal sale of animal body parts. “We are keeping strict vigil on each and every movement including the sale of animal body parts because the sale of such products are the cause of most of the killings,” a police officer was quoted as saying.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The first case of rhino poaching in 2024 in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, has been cracked by the authorities as they detained a team of animal poachers Friday night (Jan 26).

The first case of rhino poaching in 2024 in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, has been cracked by the authorities as they detained a team of animal poachers Friday night (Jan 26). The poachers killed an adult female rhino earlier this week whose carcass was recovered without its horn. Police said they also found an AK series rifle from the poachers that was allegedly used in the killing of the animal. Taking to social media platform X, Assam Director General of police (DGP) Gyanendra Pratap Singh said, “Poachers have been arrested along with recovery of poached horn and the AK Rifle used in the poaching. Some more recoveries are yet to be made along with reconstruction of Crime Scene.” The killing took place on January 21 at Agoratoli Forest Range under Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve. The poachers allegedly removed the horn and fled. First case of rhino poaching in 2024 This is the first case of rhino poaching in the new year. The poachers are believed to have entered Kaziranga by crossing the Brahmaputra river. The recovery of the carcass prompted police to launch an operation to trace the poachers. “We followed the available links and kept eyes on possible markets. It was expected the poachers would try to sell the horn. We received specific information on Friday and arrested the poachers,” a senior cop was quoted as saying by Hindustan Times. The DGP said, “In an outstanding investigation, a team led by the superintendent of police (SP) Golaghat cracked the case of recent rhino poaching at Kaziranga. Zero poaching recorded in 2022 Due to the intense, result-oriented efforts put in by the Assam government over the last decades, 2022 was the first year in over 30 years to record zero rhino poaching. The incredible feat helped the state earn praise from all over the world, including from Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio. Also read: India: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Sarma warns he will arrest Congress leader Rahul Gandhi According to police, strict measures are still in place to ward off the poachers and to crack down on the illegal sale of animal body parts. “We are keeping strict vigil on each and every movement including the sale of animal body parts because the sale of such products are the cause of most of the killings,” a police officer was quoted as saying. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Assam Police detain poachers who killed rhino in Kaziranga and fled with horn

<p>The governor of the southern Indian state of Kerala broke protocols of his office on Saturday (Jan 27) and staged a sit-in protest on the roadside when he was shown black flags by the members of a student wing backed by the ruling party. Governor <strong>Arif Mohammad Khan</strong> also accused the police personnel of being complicit in a ‘conspiracy’ and of shielding the protestors.</p>

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<p>Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) currently rules the state and its student wing - Student Federation of India (SFI) - was holding a black flag protest against the governor.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why were SFI members protesting?</strong></h2>

<p>The SFI members were protesting against the governor’s alleged move to appoint the national ruling party BJP-backed nominees in the state-funded varsities.</p>

<p>A&nbsp;SFI worker as quoted by India Today said, “Without any qualifications, just because K Surendran recommended these nominees from the BJP office, they were taken to the senate. So, SFI has been staging state-wide protest against the governor for many months now. Today’s protest was part of that.”</p>

<p>K Surendran is the head of the BJP’s state unit.</p>

<p>It must be noted that in the capacity of the governor of the state, Khan also serves as the Chancellor of universities in Kerala.</p>

<p>So, when Khan’s motorcade swept past them at 11 am IST near Nilamel in Kollam district, they started waving black flags at him.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Maldives President Mohammad Muizzu under fire over 'anti-India' stance</strong></p>

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<p>This prompted the governor to rush out of his vehicle and walk towards the protestors. Police personnel formed a human shield around him as he loudly shouted at the student protestors.</p>

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<p>The governor then directed his ire against the police officials. “Will you allow protestors to muster along the Chief Minister’s route? I hold you accountable for the failure”, Khan told the supervisor officer at the scene.</p>

<p>He then seated himself on a chair on the roadside and rejected officials’ plea to continue his journey.</p>

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<p>Khan first demanded a copy of the first information report (FIR) filed against the students and what charges were slapped against them.</p>

<p>He also rejected the police’s statement that they had arrested 12 protestors. “There were more than 50 of them. Where are the rest? Is it a case of conspiracy?” he asked.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The governor of the southern Indian state of Kerala broke protocols of his office on Saturday (Jan 27) and staged a sit-in protest on the roadside when he was shown black flags by the members of a student wing backed by the ruling party.

The governor of the southern Indian state of Kerala broke protocols of his office on Saturday (Jan 27) and staged a sit-in protest on the roadside when he was shown black flags by the members of a student wing backed by the ruling party. Governor Arif Mohammad Khan also accused the police personnel of being complicit in a ‘conspiracy’ and of shielding the protestors. #WATCH | "I will not leave from here. Police is giving them protection, " says Governor Arif Mohammed Khan after SFI activists held a protest against him in Kollam. Police present on the spot https://t.co/nQHF9PWqpr pic.twitter.com/RHFFBRCh9s — ANI (@ANI) January 27, 2024 × Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) currently rules the state and its student wing - Student Federation of India (SFI) - was holding a black flag protest against the governor. Why were SFI members protesting? The SFI members were protesting against the governor’s alleged move to appoint the national ruling party BJP-backed nominees in the state-funded varsities. A SFI worker as quoted by India Today said, “Without any qualifications, just because K Surendran recommended these nominees from the BJP office, they were taken to the senate. So, SFI has been staging state-wide protest against the governor for many months now. Today’s protest was part of that.” K Surendran is the head of the BJP’s state unit. It must be noted that in the capacity of the governor of the state, Khan also serves as the Chancellor of universities in Kerala. So, when Khan’s motorcade swept past them at 11 am IST near Nilamel in Kollam district, they started waving black flags at him. Watch: Maldives President Mohammad Muizzu under fire over 'anti-India' stance × This prompted the governor to rush out of his vehicle and walk towards the protestors. Police personnel formed a human shield around him as he loudly shouted at the student protestors. Governor vs police The governor then directed his ire against the police officials. “Will you allow protestors to muster along the Chief Minister’s route? I hold you accountable for the failure”, Khan told the supervisor officer at the scene. He then seated himself on a chair on the roadside and rejected officials’ plea to continue his journey. Also read: Russia`s Putin heaps praise on PM Modi, says `can rely on India because...` Khan first demanded a copy of the first information report (FIR) filed against the students and what charges were slapped against them. He also rejected the police’s statement that they had arrested 12 protestors. “There were more than 50 of them. Where are the rest? Is it a case of conspiracy?” he asked. (With inputs from agencies)

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