303 passengers predominantly Indians found themselves at the centre of a high-stakes legal showdown in France the passengers had been detained by the French authorities over grave suspicions of human trafficking. Keep watching this interview with Anne Elisabeth Moutet, Columnist at the London Telegraph.

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Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- India's daily Covid tally saw a slight decline on Monday with 628 cases having been recorded in just the last 24 hours. According to the Union Health Ministry's update active number of cases in the country has crossed the 4,000 Mark.

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<p>Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav led the swearing-in ceremony of 28 MLAs who took oath as ministers in the newly expanded state cabinet on Monday (Dec 25). The oath-taking ceremony, held at Lal Parade Ground in the state capital, marked the first-ever expansion of Chief Minister Yadav's government.</p>

<p>Among the prominent leaders sworn in were BJP stalwarts Kailash Vijayvargiya and Prahlad Singh Patel, who assumed roles as state ministers.</p>

<p>The oath, administered by MP Governor Mangubhai Patel, saw 18 leaders taking oath as cabinet ministers, six as Ministers of State (Independent Charge), and four as Ministers of State, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The expansion comes after the recent elections in Madhya Pradesh, where 230 assembly seats were contested on November 17, leading to a decisive victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with 163 seats, while the Congress trailed behind with 66 seats.</p>

<p>The individuals who took oath as cabinet ministers also included -&nbsp;Rakesh Singh, Rao Uday Pratap Singh, Karan Singh Verma, Nagar Singh Chauhan, Samapatiya Uike, Eidal Singh Kansana, Pradyuman Singh Tomar, Inder Singh Parmar, Nirmala Bhuria, Tulsi Silawat, Vijay Shah, Vishwas Sarang, Govind Singh Rajput, Narayan Singh Kushwaha, Rakesh Shukla and Chetan Kashyap.&nbsp;Radha Singh, Pratima Bagri, Dilip Ahirwar and Narendra Shivaji Patel took oath as minister of states.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Krishna Gaur, Dharmendra Lodhi, Dilip Jaiswal, Gautam Tetwal, Lakhan Patel and Narayan Panwar took oath as minister of state (independent charge).</p>

<p>Mohan Yadav, a surprise pick for the Chief Minister post, replaced the four-time CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan in the recent state elections.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Yadav had met Governor Mangubhai C Patel at Raj Bhawan in Bhopal and announced the oath-taking schedule.</p>

<p>He said that, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP National Chief JP Nadda, state BJP chief VD Sharma, and other senior party leaders, the new cabinet would work for the "betterment of the state".</p>

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<p>Expressing optimism, former CM Chouhan hoped that the state cabinet members would contribute to the continued development of Madhya Pradesh. "I have faith that the government that will be formed today is going to work for the development of the state under the leadership of PM Modi and CM Mohan Yadav," he stated.</p>

<p>The strategic expansion of the cabinet is reportedly aimed at addressing anti-incumbency factors given the 2024 general elections and attracting the substantial OBC community.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav led the swearing-in ceremony of 28 MLAs who took oath as ministers in the newly expanded state cabinet on Monday (Dec 25).

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav led the swearing-in ceremony of 28 MLAs who took oath as ministers in the newly expanded state cabinet on Monday (Dec 25). The oath-taking ceremony, held at Lal Parade Ground in the state capital, marked the first-ever expansion of Chief Minister Yadav's government. Among the prominent leaders sworn in were BJP stalwarts Kailash Vijayvargiya and Prahlad Singh Patel, who assumed roles as state ministers. The oath, administered by MP Governor Mangubhai Patel, saw 18 leaders taking oath as cabinet ministers, six as Ministers of State (Independent Charge), and four as Ministers of State, media reports said. Also Read | India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrives in Russia on five-day visit The expansion comes after the recent elections in Madhya Pradesh, where 230 assembly seats were contested on November 17, leading to a decisive victory for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with 163 seats, while the Congress trailed behind with 66 seats. The individuals who took oath as cabinet ministers also included - Rakesh Singh, Rao Uday Pratap Singh, Karan Singh Verma, Nagar Singh Chauhan, Samapatiya Uike, Eidal Singh Kansana, Pradyuman Singh Tomar, Inder Singh Parmar, Nirmala Bhuria, Tulsi Silawat, Vijay Shah, Vishwas Sarang, Govind Singh Rajput, Narayan Singh Kushwaha, Rakesh Shukla and Chetan Kashyap. Radha Singh, Pratima Bagri, Dilip Ahirwar and Narendra Shivaji Patel took oath as minister of states. Meanwhile, Krishna Gaur, Dharmendra Lodhi, Dilip Jaiswal, Gautam Tetwal, Lakhan Patel and Narayan Panwar took oath as minister of state (independent charge). Mohan Yadav, a surprise pick for the Chief Minister post, replaced the four-time CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan in the recent state elections. Also Read | Kashmiri Pandit-American couple robbed, assaulted in their driveway Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Yadav had met Governor Mangubhai C Patel at Raj Bhawan in Bhopal and announced the oath-taking schedule. He said that, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP National Chief JP Nadda, state BJP chief VD Sharma, and other senior party leaders, the new cabinet would work for the "betterment of the state". Watch | India to get a new Antarctic research base × Expressing optimism, former CM Chouhan hoped that the state cabinet members would contribute to the continued development of Madhya Pradesh. "I have faith that the government that will be formed today is going to work for the development of the state under the leadership of PM Modi and CM Mohan Yadav," he stated. The strategic expansion of the cabinet is reportedly aimed at addressing anti-incumbency factors given the 2024 general elections and attracting the substantial OBC community. (With inputs from agencies)

India: Mohan Yadav expands MP cabinet, 28 MLAs take oath as ministers in ceremony

According to the latest report on Tigers, India witnessed 202 big cat deaths this year this is the highest number of tiger deaths reported in India in the last entire decade. The Wildlife Protection Society of India's fatality figures shows that Maharashtra reported the maximum deaths.

Indian government's data shows an upward trend in Tiger deaths

India intends to construct a new scientific research station in Antarctica by the end of this decade. The new station aims to replace the Maitri research base which has been operating on the white continent for 35 years. Watch to know more.

India to get a new Antarctic research base

<p>China has declared its commitment to offering consular protection and assistance to two Chinese employees of smartphone manufacturing company Vivo, who were recently arrested by Indian authorities.</p>

<p>The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, extended&nbsp;the government's firm support to Chinese companies in defending their lawful rights and interests.</p>

<p>“We are closely following what you mentioned. The Chinese government firmly supports Chinese companies to safeguard their lawful rights and interests,” Mao Ning said in&nbsp;press conference.</p>

<p>He also urged India not to discriminate against Chinese companies.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Legal challenges ahead of&nbsp;Vivo&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>India's financial crime-fighting agency took action last week, arresting two senior employees from Vivo's India unit.</p>

<p>In response, Vivo has expressed its determination to legally challenge these arrests, indicating a forthcoming legal dispute between the company and Indian authorities.</p>

<p>The arrested Vivo employees&nbsp;were presented in a Delhi court and subsequently placed in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The Enforcement Directorate's involvement suggests a financial crime dimension to the case.</p>

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<p>According to an anonymous source who spoke to Reuters, the Vivo employees are scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. The anonymity of the source is maintained due to a lack of authorisation to speak to the media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These arrests come on the heels of a previous incident where the Enforcement Directorate apprehended four industry executives, including a Chinese national, associated with Vivo's Indian unit. The charges in that case revolved around alleged money laundering, which Vivo vehemently denied.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


China has declared its commitment to offering consular protection and assistance to two Chinese employees of smartphone manufacturing company Vivo, who were recently arrested by Indian authorities.

China has declared its commitment to offering consular protection and assistance to two Chinese employees of smartphone manufacturing company Vivo, who were recently arrested by Indian authorities. The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, extended the government's firm support to Chinese companies in defending their lawful rights and interests. “We are closely following what you mentioned. The Chinese government firmly supports Chinese companies to safeguard their lawful rights and interests,” Mao Ning said in press conference. He also urged India not to discriminate against Chinese companies. Also watch | China's fiscal push with 9,600 projects to revitalise economy Legal challenges ahead of Vivo India's financial crime-fighting agency took action last week, arresting two senior employees from Vivo's India unit. In response, Vivo has expressed its determination to legally challenge these arrests, indicating a forthcoming legal dispute between the company and Indian authorities. The arrested Vivo employees were presented in a Delhi court and subsequently placed in the custody of the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The Enforcement Directorate's involvement suggests a financial crime dimension to the case. Also read | Beijing’s top govt advisor asks Christian community groups to align beliefs with Chinese culture According to an anonymous source who spoke to Reuters, the Vivo employees are scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. The anonymity of the source is maintained due to a lack of authorisation to speak to the media. These arrests come on the heels of a previous incident where the Enforcement Directorate apprehended four industry executives, including a Chinese national, associated with Vivo's Indian unit. The charges in that case revolved around alleged money laundering, which Vivo vehemently denied. (With inputs from agencies)

China pledges consular support to Vivo employees arrested in India

<p><em><strong>Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<p>In a shocking incident, a 26-year-old transgender man, formerly known as Pandi Maheswari, was apprehended by the police for the brutal murder of his childhood classmate, R Nandhini, a 25-year-old software engineer from Madurai.</p>

<p>The gruesome act took place on Nandhini's 26th birthday eve in Thalambur, near Kelambakkam, a southern suburb of India's Chennai on Saturday (Dec 23).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The suspect, who changed his name to Vetrimaran after undergoing sex change, had blindfolded and chained Nandhini before setting her ablaze under the pretense of surprising her on her birthday.</p>

<p>The victim, who had been residing at her relative's house in Chennai, was caught off guard as she did not suspect Vetrimaran's intentions, believing it to be a birthday surprise.</p>

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<p>Reports said that the two had studied together at a school in Madurai, and despite Vetrimaran's sex change and name alteration, Nandhini continued the friendship on humanitarian grounds.</p>

<p>Both individuals had even worked together in a company in Chennai.</p>

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<p>The motive behind the heinous crime unfolded as it was discovered that Vetrimaran, an MBA graduate, had undergone a sex change to marry Nandhini.</p>

<p>The relationship took a dark turn when Nandhini refused to engage romantically with Vetrimaran after the sex change. Despite the fallout, they remained in touch.</p>

<p>On the fateful day, Vetrimaran lured Nandhini, who had recently secured a job in Chennai, into spending time with him. After buying her new clothes, he took her to a deserted spot, where he bound her hands and feet with chains.</p>

<p>Despite Nandhini's pleas, Vetrimaran proceeded to slash her neck and arms with a blade before dousing her in petrol and setting her on fire.</p>

<p>The police acted swiftly, arresting Vetrimaran and remanding him to judicial custody.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. In a shocking incident, a 26-year-old transgender man, formerly known as Pandi Maheswari, was apprehended by the police for the brutal murder of his childhood classmate, R Nandhini, a 25-year-old software engineer from Madurai.

Trigger warning: Some readers may find details of this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. In a shocking incident, a 26-year-old transgender man, formerly known as Pandi Maheswari, was apprehended by the police for the brutal murder of his childhood classmate, R Nandhini, a 25-year-old software engineer from Madurai. The gruesome act took place on Nandhini's 26th birthday eve in Thalambur, near Kelambakkam, a southern suburb of India's Chennai on Saturday (Dec 23). The suspect, who changed his name to Vetrimaran after undergoing sex change, had blindfolded and chained Nandhini before setting her ablaze under the pretense of surprising her on her birthday. The victim, who had been residing at her relative's house in Chennai, was caught off guard as she did not suspect Vetrimaran's intentions, believing it to be a birthday surprise. Also Read | India: 202 tigers, 544 leopards died in 2023, marking highest rise in decade Reports said that the two had studied together at a school in Madurai, and despite Vetrimaran's sex change and name alteration, Nandhini continued the friendship on humanitarian grounds. Both individuals had even worked together in a company in Chennai. Also Read | India to replace ‘very old’ Maitri research station in Antarctica by 2029 The motive behind the heinous crime unfolded as it was discovered that Vetrimaran, an MBA graduate, had undergone a sex change to marry Nandhini. The relationship took a dark turn when Nandhini refused to engage romantically with Vetrimaran after the sex change. Despite the fallout, they remained in touch. On the fateful day, Vetrimaran lured Nandhini, who had recently secured a job in Chennai, into spending time with him. After buying her new clothes, he took her to a deserted spot, where he bound her hands and feet with chains. Despite Nandhini's pleas, Vetrimaran proceeded to slash her neck and arms with a blade before dousing her in petrol and setting her on fire. The police acted swiftly, arresting Vetrimaran and remanding him to judicial custody. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian trans man kills woman friend after luring her with birthday surprise

The merchant ship MV Chem Pluto which was attacked by a drone on Saturday will be arriving in Mumbai today. The vessel is being escorted by Indian Coast Guard ship Vikram. In response to the attack, the Indian Navy diverted a maritime patrol aircraft operating in Area. Naval maritime patrol aircraft flew over MV Chem Pluto and established contact.

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India's Antarctic research base, 'Maitri,' built in 1988 and had a lifespan of just ten years. However, the Antarctic base has outlived its original lifespan. According to reports, Maitri is now beyond repairs. Watch the video to get more insights!

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at 'Sadaiv Atal' memorial. PM Modi joined other ministers to pay tribute to former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his birth anniversary. Indian Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar was also seen arriving at 'Sadaiv Atal' memorial.

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Let's look at the latest developments in the global economy. From Asia to Europe to the Americas, hopes have jumped for interest rate cuts from major central banks next year. Questions, though, remain on the timing and the depth of the rate cuts in 2024.

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Pakistan goes to polls in February. Nawaz Sharif is aiming for a record fourth term in office. Ever since the former Prime Minister returned from his self-imposed exile in London, he has not stopped praising India. Sharif recently compared India's growth story to Pakistan's sob story. Is India just a perfect campaign pitch for prosperity or does Sharif really want peace with India?

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New Delhi has officially announced that the country's external affairs minister S Jaishankar will fly to Russia on a key diplomatic visit beginning on Christmas day that is on December 25th. The 5-day visit is part of an ongoing high-level exchanges between Russia and India and it will include engagements in Moscow and St Petersburg.

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A day after four Indian army soldiers were killed in an ambush by terrorists three civilians who were picked up allegedly by the Army for questioning were found dead the ambush occurred in the Poonch Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir. The government of Jammu and Kashmir has now initiated a legal probe into the incident.

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With a staggering annual expenditure of nearly $130 billion, the Indian wedding industry is not just a celebration of love but also a trillion-dollar economic opportunity. PM Modi says that the Indian economy could take advantage of the international allure of the big, lavish Indian weddings by showcasing India as a premier wedding destination. On this episode of Gravitas Plus, we explore the economics behind India's booming wedding industry and how it has the potential to redefine the country's brand.

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A retired police officer has been shot dead by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla District this morning. According to the police the incident happened as a retired senior superintendent of police Mohammad Shafi was praying in a mosque.

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India's Union Sports Ministry has suspended the newly elected body of the Wrestling Federation of India. The ministry has cited that the WFI body has shown "complete disregard for the existing rules and regulations". The move comes after newly elected president Sanjay Singh announced that under-15 and under-20 Nationals will take place in the state of Uttar Pradesh's Gonda District later this year.

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Tensions in the Red Sea are indeed simmering an Indian-flagged crude oil tanker has been attacked by Houthi militants according to the US military. The US Naval Forces Central Command has said that no injuries have been reported from the strike. However the Indian media reports indicate that the Indian-flagged vessel was not hit and that the Drone strike was a near miss.

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<p>In a tragic incident at India's prestigious IIT Kanpur campus, a 55-year-old senior professor, Sameer Khandekar, collapsed on stage and succumbed to a cardiac arrest while delivering a speech during an alumni meet event at the university's auditorium on Friday (Dec 22). The professor, who had been discussing the importance of maintaining good health, left the audience in shock with his final words.</p>

<p>"Take care of your health," the professor said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shortly after uttering this advice, Khandekar began to feel uneasy, experiencing chest pain.</p>

<p>Initially, he sat down, and it seemed like an emotional moment for the audience. However, his discomfort escalated, and he eventually collapsed on the stage.</p>

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<p>Despite swift efforts to rush him to the hospital, Khandekar was declared dead upon arrival.</p>

<h2><strong>Cardiac arrest or cardiac block possible reasons</strong></h2>

<p>Dr Neeraj Kumar, providing details into the unfortunate incident, reportedly told a local media outlet, "After going through his medical history and examining him, we can say that he either died due to cardiac arrest or cardiac block. Specific details will be cleared in the postmortem report."</p>

<p>This tragic incident comes as there has been a growing prevalence of heart-related issues not only in India but globally. Heart attacks have become alarmingly common, prompting concerns about overall cardiovascular health.</p>

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<p>In the aftermath of the incident, the professor's son, currently studying at Cambridge University, is set to conduct the last rites.</p>

<p>Khandekar, who had been grappling with cholesterol issues since 2019, was under continuous medication. Born in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, he pursued his B.Tech at IIT Kanpur and later earned his PhD in Germany.</p>

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<p>Having joined IIT Kanpur in 2004 as an assistant professor, Khandekar ascended to the role of an associate professor and eventually served as the Department Head of the Mechanical Department and Student Welfare Dean.</p>

<p>His contributions extended to academia, marked by eight patents to his name. Khandekar is survived by his parents, wife, and son.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a tragic incident at India's prestigious IIT Kanpur campus, a 55-year-old senior professor, Sameer Khandekar, collapsed on stage and succumbed to a cardiac arrest while delivering a speech during an alumni meet event at the university's auditorium on Friday (Dec 22).

In a tragic incident at India's prestigious IIT Kanpur campus, a 55-year-old senior professor, Sameer Khandekar, collapsed on stage and succumbed to a cardiac arrest while delivering a speech during an alumni meet event at the university's auditorium on Friday (Dec 22). The professor, who had been discussing the importance of maintaining good health, left the audience in shock with his final words. "Take care of your health," the professor said. Shortly after uttering this advice, Khandekar began to feel uneasy, experiencing chest pain. Initially, he sat down, and it seemed like an emotional moment for the audience. However, his discomfort escalated, and he eventually collapsed on the stage. Also Read | India: Terrorists gun down retired police officer during mosque prayer in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla Despite swift efforts to rush him to the hospital, Khandekar was declared dead upon arrival. Cardiac arrest or cardiac block possible reasons Dr Neeraj Kumar, providing details into the unfortunate incident, reportedly told a local media outlet, "After going through his medical history and examining him, we can say that he either died due to cardiac arrest or cardiac block. Specific details will be cleared in the postmortem report." This tragic incident comes as there has been a growing prevalence of heart-related issues not only in India but globally. Heart attacks have become alarmingly common, prompting concerns about overall cardiovascular health. Also Read | 303 Indians include 11 unaccompanied minors as France continues human trafficking probe: Report In the aftermath of the incident, the professor's son, currently studying at Cambridge University, is set to conduct the last rites. Khandekar, who had been grappling with cholesterol issues since 2019, was under continuous medication. Born in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, he pursued his B.Tech at IIT Kanpur and later earned his PhD in Germany. Watch | OPEC nations affirm commitment to group after Angola's exit × Having joined IIT Kanpur in 2004 as an assistant professor, Khandekar ascended to the role of an associate professor and eventually served as the Department Head of the Mechanical Department and Student Welfare Dean. His contributions extended to academia, marked by eight patents to his name. Khandekar is survived by his parents, wife, and son. (With inputs from agencies)

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