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<p>Ever since India's Supreme Court decriminalised gay sex in 2018 after decades-long legal battles, the awareness about the community has increased but the members still face stigma and a barrier to getting acceptance.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The same is the story of Adhila Nasarin and Fathima Noora, a couple who later made headlines this year when a Kerala court brought the two together after their families separated them.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This time, the duo posed as brides for a wedding picture session under a canopy by the sea, where they exchanged rings and rose garlands wearing beautiful lehengas, BBC reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The cheerful moment comes after, both Nasarin and Noora filed a court petition against the opposition faced.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Noora, 23, posted a picture on Facebook. The post read, "ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED: TOGETHER FOREVER."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both met in high school and came&nbsp;close. They stayed in touch via video calls and chats as their families live in different areas of Kerala.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a telephonic interview with BBC Nasarin said, "We just tried the photoshoot because we thought the idea was interesting." She added that they both aren't married yet, but took a part in such a photo shoot. She said that at some point they both liked to be.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The couple claims they are still threatened with separation from Noora's family.</p>

<p>Same-sex unions are not recognised by Indian law, while the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court are now debating legalisation petitions. However, the Kerala High Court have permitted Noora and Nasarin to be together but they are not entitled to any rights or advantages that a married couple does.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Nasarin though said frustratingly that wherever they go, they had to use their father's name or husband's name. She said, "We were at a hospital recently and had to give our fathers names. It was frustrating."</p>

<p>Both are relying on one another and LGBTQ+ organisations like Vanaja Collective to help them get together because their families and communities are not supporting them. The support groups are giving advice to complete their studies and find a job.&nbsp;</p>

<p>They claimed that their families still think that their relationship is a phase and similar remarks appear on their social media profiles.&nbsp;</p>

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Ever since India's Supreme Court decriminalised gay sex in 2018 after decades-long legal battles, the awareness about the community has increased but the members still face stigma and a barrier to getting acceptance.

Ever since India's Supreme Court decriminalised gay sex in 2018 after decades-long legal battles, the awareness about the community has increased but the members still face stigma and a barrier to getting acceptance. The same is the story of Adhila Nasarin and Fathima Noora, a couple who later made headlines this year when a Kerala court brought the two together after their families separated them. Also read | India: Couple pen heartfelt note to Army in wedding invite; here's how Army responded This time, the duo posed as brides for a wedding picture session under a canopy by the sea, where they exchanged rings and rose garlands wearing beautiful lehengas, BBC reported. The cheerful moment comes after, both Nasarin and Noora filed a court petition against the opposition faced. Noora, 23, posted a picture on Facebook. The post read, "ACHIEVEMENT UNLOCKED: TOGETHER FOREVER." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fathima Noora (@noora_adhila) × View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fathima Noora (@noora_adhila) × Both met in high school and came close. They stayed in touch via video calls and chats as their families live in different areas of Kerala. In a telephonic interview with BBC Nasarin said, "We just tried the photoshoot because we thought the idea was interesting." She added that they both aren't married yet, but took a part in such a photo shoot. She said that at some point they both liked to be. Also read | LGBTIQA+: 1 in 12 young adults in UK identifies as lesbian, gay or bisexual The couple claims they are still threatened with separation from Noora's family. Same-sex unions are not recognised by Indian law, while the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court are now debating legalisation petitions. However, the Kerala High Court have permitted Noora and Nasarin to be together but they are not entitled to any rights or advantages that a married couple does. Nasarin though said frustratingly that wherever they go, they had to use their father's name or husband's name. She said, "We were at a hospital recently and had to give our fathers names. It was frustrating." Both are relying on one another and LGBTQ+ organisations like Vanaja Collective to help them get together because their families and communities are not supporting them. The support groups are giving advice to complete their studies and find a job. They claimed that their families still think that their relationship is a phase and similar remarks appear on their social media profiles. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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India's national security adviser Ajit Doval says that there is no space for hate speech in any democracy. Doval made the statement while addressing a meeting of Muslims scholars in New Delhi where Indonesia's Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs Dr Mohammed M. Mahmodin was also present.

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<p>Chief Coordinator for India's G20 Presidency - Harsh Vardhan Shringla – said on Tuesday that "until and unless our legitimate issues are addressed, it cannot be diplomacy as usual" with China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“China is a member of the G20. It is our neighbouring country and one of the largest economies in the world. But I must add that unless our legitimate issues are addressed by China, it cannot be diplomacy as usual. The bilateral relationship will not take its natural course and it is important that those important issues linked to peace and tranquility in the border areas are also addressed,” he told WION’s Molly Gambhir on the sidelines of the Global Technology Summit.</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{122a94f1-13be-43e9-a740-2e0c78bbf269}{134}" paraid="306058548" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-security-body-calls-for-crackdown-on-hostile-forces-amid-protests-538612">Chinese security body calls for 'crackdown' on 'hostile forces' amid protests</a></p>

<p>This will be the first time that India will assume the presidency of G20.<br />
The Chief Coordinator called it “a historic moment for India", while adding that "it is also the most significant global event that we will host".</p>

<p>When asked about the criticism from Western countries regarding India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, he said, "India will work for the benefit of the world at large. That has always been the focus of our foreign policy".</p>

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<p>Regarding India's positioning on the global stage that can see it emerge as a key mediator in the Russia-Ukraine war, Harsh Vardhan Shringla said, "there is a great deal of polarisation in the world as we take on the G20 presidency.</p>

<p>Those polarisations cut across the G20's membership. PM Modi has been a valued interlocutor at the global high table. India has the ability to bridge the gaps and provide answers to some of the most pressing global challenges of today".</p>

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Chief Coordinator for India's G20 Presidency - Harsh Vardhan Shringla – said on Tuesday that "until and unless our legitimate issues are addressed, it cannot be diplomacy as usual" with China.

Chief Coordinator for India's G20 Presidency - Harsh Vardhan Shringla – said on Tuesday that "until and unless our legitimate issues are addressed, it cannot be diplomacy as usual" with China. “China is a member of the G20. It is our neighbouring country and one of the largest economies in the world. But I must add that unless our legitimate issues are addressed by China, it cannot be diplomacy as usual. The bilateral relationship will not take its natural course and it is important that those important issues linked to peace and tranquility in the border areas are also addressed,” he told WION’s Molly Gambhir on the sidelines of the Global Technology Summit. Also read | Chinese security body calls for 'crackdown' on 'hostile forces' amid protests This will be the first time that India will assume the presidency of G20. The Chief Coordinator called it “a historic moment for India", while adding that "it is also the most significant global event that we will host". When asked about the criticism from Western countries regarding India's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, he said, "India will work for the benefit of the world at large. That has always been the focus of our foreign policy". #GlobalTechSummit | This is a historic moment for India as #G20 is the largest most significant event the country will be hosting: India's #G20 Chief Coordinator @harshvshringla tells @MollyGambhir, on India hosting the #G20 Leader Summit 2023 pic.twitter.com/4xXWFpoXBC — WION (@WIONews) November 29, 2022 × Regarding India's positioning on the global stage that can see it emerge as a key mediator in the Russia-Ukraine war, Harsh Vardhan Shringla said, "there is a great deal of polarisation in the world as we take on the G20 presidency. Those polarisations cut across the G20's membership. PM Modi has been a valued interlocutor at the global high table. India has the ability to bridge the gaps and provide answers to some of the most pressing global challenges of today".

No diplomacy as usual with China until legitimate issues are addressed, Harsh Vardhan Shringla tells WION

Exercise Yudh Abhyas is the largest running joint military training endeavour between India and the US – and this year it’s happening right in front of China.

India and U.S. armies conduct military drills near LAC

<p>Female athletes from the Kashmir Valley have proven their&nbsp;mettle in various sports across the world. And now for the first time, Over 200 female athletes are being trained at the water sports centre in the middle of the world-Famous Dal Lake to&nbsp;participate in tournaments across India and the world.&nbsp; While the temperatures in Srinagar were recorded at minus 2.2 degrees, these female water sports athletes are not stopping their training. With freezing temperatures across the region, these girls are training for hours every day on the Dal Lake. From rowing to Canoeing, these Kashmiri girls want to bring laurels for the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the last two years over 70 medals in various tournaments have been won by these female athletes.&nbsp; ''If we talk about the last two or three years, there has been a huge increase in the number&nbsp;of female participations in water sports. There have been around&nbsp;110 medals won by water sports athletes and over 50 percent of these medals are taken by female athletes. Earlier, everyone used to say that water sports are not for women, It was a challenging role for me also when I started. There is a revolution&nbsp;in women participation in Kashmir and soon we will see these girls' winning&nbsp;medals in national and international tournaments,'' said Bilquis Mir Director Water Sports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bilquis is among the topmost water sports athletes from the valley herself. She was also a judge on the panel both at the Olympics as well as Asian games. She has represented Kashmir at Various international tournaments and won dozens of medals. And now she not only trains but inspires Kashmiri girls to pick up water sports as their&nbsp;career. She says Kashmiri girls have a lot of natural strength and can-do wonders in the water sports. She is not only looking&nbsp;at the city but rural areas searching for the talent to be part of the sports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''It's winter and minus temperatures and despite that these girls are training for hours every day on the lake. I have trained over 200 female athletes, and I think there is so much talent especially in the rural areas in the Kashmir region. There is natural strength&nbsp;in the girls of the valley. We have a world class facility available in Kashmir. We are blessed with natural water resources both wild and still. Government has taken huge steps with regard to water sports,'' said Bilquis Mir, Director Water Sports.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The training continues everyday despite the harsh weather conditions. Girls from every district of the Kashmir region are being trained at this facility. These girls only hope to represent India at the International championships and win laurels for the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-world-cup-2022-politically-charged-pitch-prepared-ahead-of-us-iran-match-538520">FIFA World Cup 2022: Politically charged pitch prepared ahead of US-Iran match</a></strong></p>

<p>''My first national tournament was in 2014 and we were able to win a gold in that championship. And that was when I decided that sports is going to be my priority.&nbsp; I have played a lot of National&nbsp;tournaments so far and now I am focussed on International championships. I urge all the girls that sports are great for us. We can make a career&nbsp;out of it so that we are not dependent on anyone. I am sure Kashmiri girls will soon represent India at International level. We have the best equipment and due to that we are able to practice nicely,'' said Sumaira Bashir, Athlete.&nbsp;</p>

<p>And with such an increase in the number of female sportswomen in water sports, more and more girls are getting interested in joining the sport. And nothing is stopping these girls from training as the national tournaments are approaching. Some of these athletes have also been provided jobs under the sports category and adjusted in the water sports department.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''I started my sports journey in 2014, since I live on the lake, I saw Bilquis Mam training here. She once asked me to join the sports and I said yes. I was sitting at home, and I decided to join and I am glad I did. My dream is to play at international level, and we are practising very hard. It's extremely cold and temperatures are below zero but despite that we are training. We can't stop training as nationals are approaching. Girls are everywhere, and I ask young girls to join the water sports and I am also getting a job due to this, '' said Peer Mehak, Athlete.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The water sports department is now using natural water bodies across various districts of Kashmir region to train the athletes. Lakes like Wular, Manasbal, Ranjeet Sagar and Dal Lake are being utilised for training the young water sports athletes.&nbsp;</p>


Female athletes from the Kashmir Valley have proven their mettle in various sports across the world. And now for the first time, Over 200 female athletes are being trained at the water sports centre in the middle of the world-Famous Dal Lake to participate in tournaments across India and the world.

Female athletes from the Kashmir Valley have proven their mettle in various sports across the world. And now for the first time, Over 200 female athletes are being trained at the water sports centre in the middle of the world-Famous Dal Lake to participate in tournaments across India and the world. While the temperatures in Srinagar were recorded at minus 2.2 degrees, these female water sports athletes are not stopping their training. With freezing temperatures across the region, these girls are training for hours every day on the Dal Lake. From rowing to Canoeing, these Kashmiri girls want to bring laurels for the country. In the last two years over 70 medals in various tournaments have been won by these female athletes. ''If we talk about the last two or three years, there has been a huge increase in the number of female participations in water sports. There have been around 110 medals won by water sports athletes and over 50 percent of these medals are taken by female athletes. Earlier, everyone used to say that water sports are not for women, It was a challenging role for me also when I started. There is a revolution in women participation in Kashmir and soon we will see these girls' winning medals in national and international tournaments,'' said Bilquis Mir Director Water Sports. Bilquis is among the topmost water sports athletes from the valley herself. She was also a judge on the panel both at the Olympics as well as Asian games. She has represented Kashmir at Various international tournaments and won dozens of medals. And now she not only trains but inspires Kashmiri girls to pick up water sports as their career. She says Kashmiri girls have a lot of natural strength and can-do wonders in the water sports. She is not only looking at the city but rural areas searching for the talent to be part of the sports. ''It's winter and minus temperatures and despite that these girls are training for hours every day on the lake. I have trained over 200 female athletes, and I think there is so much talent especially in the rural areas in the Kashmir region. There is natural strength in the girls of the valley. We have a world class facility available in Kashmir. We are blessed with natural water resources both wild and still. Government has taken huge steps with regard to water sports,'' said Bilquis Mir, Director Water Sports. The training continues everyday despite the harsh weather conditions. Girls from every district of the Kashmir region are being trained at this facility. These girls only hope to represent India at the International championships and win laurels for the country. Also read: FIFA World Cup 2022: Politically charged pitch prepared ahead of US-Iran match ''My first national tournament was in 2014 and we were able to win a gold in that championship. And that was when I decided that sports is going to be my priority. I have played a lot of National tournaments so far and now I am focussed on International championships. I urge all the girls that sports are great for us. We can make a career out of it so that we are not dependent on anyone. I am sure Kashmiri girls will soon represent India at International level. We have the best equipment and due to that we are able to practice nicely,'' said Sumaira Bashir, Athlete. And with such an increase in the number of female sportswomen in water sports, more and more girls are getting interested in joining the sport. And nothing is stopping these girls from training as the national tournaments are approaching. Some of these athletes have also been provided jobs under the sports category and adjusted in the water sports department. ''I started my sports journey in 2014, since I live on the lake, I saw Bilquis Mam training here. She once asked me to join the sports and I said yes. I was sitting at home, and I decided to join and I am glad I did. My dream is to play at international level, and we are practising very hard. It's extremely cold and temperatures are below zero but despite that we are training. We can't stop training as nationals are approaching. Girls are everywhere, and I ask young girls to join the water sports and I am also getting a job due to this, '' said Peer Mehak, Athlete. The water sports department is now using natural water bodies across various districts of Kashmir region to train the athletes. Lakes like Wular, Manasbal, Ranjeet Sagar and Dal Lake are being utilised for training the young water sports athletes.

Over 200 female athletes train in water sports with goal to represent India at international tournaments

<p>An elderly woman stole jewellery worth around Rs 10 lakhs in less than 20 seconds from a store in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, perfecting the art of robbery. The video quickly started to pick up on social media. The necklace is estimated to have a worth of 10 lakh Indian Rupees. The CCTV footage of the store shows an unidentified woman checking out gold necklaces. She can be seen deftly concealing a jewellery box under the folds of her green sari. All the while the shop employees were completely unaware of the theft.</p>

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<p>The incident took place in Baldev Plaza, in Gorakhpur in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Such incidents often come to light when the robbery takes place in a very skillful manner by thieves. In a related instance earlier, the Madhya Pradesh police detained two members of a Bihar-based gang who were accused of robbing a bank in the Katni district of gold worth around Rs 5 crore and Rs 3.5 lakh in cash.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to an official, six members of the gang looted the valuables and cash at gunpoint from a bank in Bargawan area. It was a gold-offering bank. Katni Superintendent of Police S K Jain in a telephonic conversation with PTI news agency said on Sunday they have arrested two men who have given their names as Subham Tiwari (24 years old), a Patna resident, and Ankush Sahu (25 years old), a resident of Buxar, from Mandla with the help of police from that district.</p>

<p>The police said that the gang members have been trying to mislead them. They added that they are verifying the names of the criminal. Moreover, a police team rushed to Patna to check their dossier. The police officials said that they are keeping up their efforts to arrest four other members of the gang.&nbsp;<br />
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An elderly woman stole jewellery worth around Rs 10 lakhs in less than 20 seconds from a store in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, perfecting the art of robbery. The video quickly started to pick up on social media.

An elderly woman stole jewellery worth around Rs 10 lakhs in less than 20 seconds from a store in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, perfecting the art of robbery. The video quickly started to pick up on social media. The necklace is estimated to have a worth of 10 lakh Indian Rupees. The CCTV footage of the store shows an unidentified woman checking out gold necklaces. She can be seen deftly concealing a jewellery box under the folds of her green sari. All the while the shop employees were completely unaware of the theft. #ViralVideo| Elderly Woman Steals Gold Necklace Worth 10 lakh In Gorakhpur Watch: https://t.co/AbDITJ19RW | #Gorakhpur #jewellery #UttarPradesh pic.twitter.com/cGte0euWG5 — Business Today (@business_today) November 28, 2022 × The incident took place in Baldev Plaza, in Gorakhpur in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Such incidents often come to light when the robbery takes place in a very skillful manner by thieves. In a related instance earlier, the Madhya Pradesh police detained two members of a Bihar-based gang who were accused of robbing a bank in the Katni district of gold worth around Rs 5 crore and Rs 3.5 lakh in cash. According to an official, six members of the gang looted the valuables and cash at gunpoint from a bank in Bargawan area. It was a gold-offering bank. Katni Superintendent of Police S K Jain in a telephonic conversation with PTI news agency said on Sunday they have arrested two men who have given their names as Subham Tiwari (24 years old), a Patna resident, and Ankush Sahu (25 years old), a resident of Buxar, from Mandla with the help of police from that district. The police said that the gang members have been trying to mislead them. They added that they are verifying the names of the criminal. Moreover, a police team rushed to Patna to check their dossier. The police officials said that they are keeping up their efforts to arrest four other members of the gang.

Check CCTV Footage: Elderly woman masters the art of robbery, steals jewellery worth Rs 10 lac

<p paraeid="{8f317027-b05c-4109-8541-d41e829ecad5}{161}" paraid="1791428502">Moscow has sent India a list of more than 500 products for potential delivery including parts for cars, aircraft and trains, four sources familiar with the matter said, as sanctions squeeze Russia's ability to keep vital industries running.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{6}" paraid="1131970407" >The list, a version of which has been seen by Reuters in New Delhi, is provisional and it is unclear how many of the items will eventually be exported and in what quantity, but an Indian government source said the request was unusual in its scope.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{12}" paraid="1077134025" >India is keen to boost trade in this way, said the source, as it tries to narrow a ballooning trade deficit with Russia. Some companies have expressed concern, however, about potentially falling foul of Western sanctions.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{21}" paraid="61941059" >An industry source in Moscow, who declined to be named because of the sensitivity of the issue, said Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade asked large companies to supply lists of raw materials and equipment they needed.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{24}" paraid="440486254" >The source added that further discussion would be needed to agree specifications and volumes and that the outreach was not limited to India.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{24}" paraid="440486254" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/police-force-takes-over-the-streets-of-china-to-prevent-covid-demonstrations-538372">Police take over the streets of China to prevent Covid demonstrations</a></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{27}" paraid="649586085" >Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Indian foreign and commerce ministries and the prime minister's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{30}" paraid="67205294" >Russia's requests were made weeks ahead of Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's visit to Moscow starting Nov. 7, two of the Indian sources said. It was not immediately clear what was conveyed by New Delhi to Russia during the visit.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{36}" paraid="1125504772" >Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has not joined Western countries in openly criticising Moscow for the war in Ukraine, and has&nbsp;sharply increased&nbsp;purchases of Russian oil that have cushioned it from some of the impact of sanctions.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{39}" paraid="1943883754" >During the Moscow&nbsp;visit, Jaishankar said India needed to boost exports to Russia to balance bilateral trade that is now tilted towards Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{42}" paraid="1414977818" >He was accompanied on the visit by senior officials in charge of agriculture, petroleum and natural gas, ports and shipping, finance, chemicals and fertiliser, and trade - which he said showed the importance of ties with Russia.&nbsp;read more&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{60}" paraid="634355541" ><strong>RUSSIA'S STRUGGLES&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{63}" paraid="880131372" >Western sanctions have crippled supplies of some crucial products in Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{66}" paraid="1658551436" >Airlines are experiencing an&nbsp;acute shortage&nbsp;of parts because almost all planes are foreign-made. Car parts are also in demand, with global automakers having left the market.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{69}" paraid="2003884434" >A source in Russia's car sales industry said the trade ministry had sent a list of car parts needed to corresponding ministries and state agencies in other countries, including India.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{72}" paraid="1471529241" >The list of items from Russia, which runs to nearly 14 pages, includes car engine parts like pistons, oil pumps and ignition coils. There is also demand for bumpers, seatbelts and infotainment systems.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{75}" paraid="2124650408" >For aircraft and helicopters, Russia requested 41 items including landing gear components, fuel systems, communication systems and fire extinguishing systems, life jackets and aviation tyres.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{78}" paraid="1894143268" >Also on the list were raw materials to produce paper, paper bags and consumer packaging and materials and equipment to produce textiles including yarns and dyes, according to the document reviewed by Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{81}" paraid="1612817807" >Russian metals producers like nickel and palladium giant&nbsp;Nornickel&nbsp;(GMKN.MM)&nbsp;have said Western sanctions and self-sanctioning by some suppliers have made it difficult for industrial companies to obtain imported equipment, spare parts, materials and technologies in 2022, posing a challenge to their development programmes.</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{81}" paraid="1612817807" >Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-willing-to-build-closer-partnership-with-russia-on-energy-issues-says-xi-jinping-538497">China willing to build closer partnership with Russia on energy, says Xi</a></p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{84}" paraid="183447164" >The list includes nearly 200 metallurgy items.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{87}" paraid="705533965" >Russia has been India's largest supplier of military equipment for decades and it is the fourth-biggest market for Indian pharmaceutical products.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{90}" paraid="1432115303" >But with purchases of Russian oil soaring and coal and fertiliser shipments also strong, India is looking for ways to rebalance trade, the first Indian government source said.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{96}" paraid="1401189118" >Indian imports from Russia have grown nearly five times to $29 billion between Feb. 24 and Nov. 20 compared with $6 billion in the same period a year ago. Exports, meanwhile, have fallen to $1.9 billion from $2.4 billion, the source said.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{99}" paraid="1631014330" >India is hoping to boost its exports to nearly $10 billion over coming months with Russia's list of requests, according to the government source.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{102}" paraid="1069461485" >But some Indian companies are reluctant to export to Russia over fears of being sanctioned by the West, the lack of clarity over payments and challenges to securing insurance.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{105}" paraid="691681601" >"There is a hesitancy among exporters ... particularly on sanctioned items," said Ajay Sahai, director general of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), a body supported by India's commerce ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{108}" paraid="128864692" >Sahai, who is aware of Russia's request, said even small- and medium-sized exporters who could meet some of the requests and had previously exported to Iran after Western sanctions, were not enthusiastic.&nbsp;</p>

<p lang="EN-US" paraeid="{fae81acb-462e-40d2-bcc8-51fb9bd3d755}{111}" paraid="1244205251" >Large Indian lenders are also&nbsp;reluctant&nbsp;to process direct rupee trade transactions with Russia, months after the mechanism was put in place, for fear of being sanctioned.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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Moscow has sent India a list of more than 500 products for potential delivery including parts for cars, aircraft and trains, four sources familiar with the matter said, as sanctions squeeze Russia's ability to keep vital industries running.

Moscow has sent India a list of more than 500 products for potential delivery including parts for cars, aircraft and trains, four sources familiar with the matter said, as sanctions squeeze Russia's ability to keep vital industries running. The list, a version of which has been seen by Reuters in New Delhi, is provisional and it is unclear how many of the items will eventually be exported and in what quantity, but an Indian government source said the request was unusual in its scope. India is keen to boost trade in this way, said the source, as it tries to narrow a ballooning trade deficit with Russia. Some companies have expressed concern, however, about potentially falling foul of Western sanctions. An industry source in Moscow, who declined to be named because of the sensitivity of the issue, said Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade asked large companies to supply lists of raw materials and equipment they needed. The source added that further discussion would be needed to agree specifications and volumes and that the outreach was not limited to India. Also read | Police take over the streets of China to prevent Covid demonstrations Russia's Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Indian foreign and commerce ministries and the prime minister's office did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Russia's requests were made weeks ahead of Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar's visit to Moscow starting Nov. 7, two of the Indian sources said. It was not immediately clear what was conveyed by New Delhi to Russia during the visit. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government has not joined Western countries in openly criticising Moscow for the war in Ukraine, and has sharply increased purchases of Russian oil that have cushioned it from some of the impact of sanctions. During the Moscow visit, Jaishankar said India needed to boost exports to Russia to balance bilateral trade that is now tilted towards Russia. He was accompanied on the visit by senior officials in charge of agriculture, petroleum and natural gas, ports and shipping, finance, chemicals and fertiliser, and trade - which he said showed the importance of ties with Russia. read more RUSSIA'S STRUGGLES Western sanctions have crippled supplies of some crucial products in Russia. Airlines are experiencing an acute shortage of parts because almost all planes are foreign-made. Car parts are also in demand, with global automakers having left the market. A source in Russia's car sales industry said the trade ministry had sent a list of car parts needed to corresponding ministries and state agencies in other countries, including India. The list of items from Russia, which runs to nearly 14 pages, includes car engine parts like pistons, oil pumps and ignition coils. There is also demand for bumpers, seatbelts and infotainment systems. For aircraft and helicopters, Russia requested 41 items including landing gear components, fuel systems, communication systems and fire extinguishing systems, life jackets and aviation tyres. Also on the list were raw materials to produce paper, paper bags and consumer packaging and materials and equipment to produce textiles including yarns and dyes, according to the document reviewed by Reuters. Russian metals producers like nickel and palladium giant Nornickel (GMKN.MM) have said Western sanctions and self-sanctioning by some suppliers have made it difficult for industrial companies to obtain imported equipment, spare parts, materials and technologies in 2022, posing a challenge to their development programmes. Also read | China willing to build closer partnership with Russia on energy, says Xi The list includes nearly 200 metallurgy items. Russia has been India's largest supplier of military equipment for decades and it is the fourth-biggest market for Indian pharmaceutical products. But with purchases of Russian oil soaring and coal and fertiliser shipments also strong, India is looking for ways to rebalance trade, the first Indian government source said. Indian imports from Russia have grown nearly five times to $29 billion between Feb. 24 and Nov. 20 compared with $6 billion in the same period a year ago. Exports, meanwhile, have fallen to $1.9 billion from $2.4 billion, the source said. India is hoping to boost its exports to nearly $10 billion over coming months with Russia's list of requests, according to the government source. But some Indian companies are reluctant to export to Russia over fears of being sanctioned by the West, the lack of clarity over payments and challenges to securing insurance. "There is a hesitancy among exporters ... particularly on sanctioned items," said Ajay Sahai, director general of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), a body supported by India's commerce ministry. Sahai, who is aware of Russia's request, said even small- and medium-sized exporters who could meet some of the requests and had previously exported to Iran after Western sanctions, were not enthusiastic. Large Indian lenders are also reluctant to process direct rupee trade transactions with Russia, months after the mechanism was put in place, for fear of being sanctioned.

Sanctions-hit Russia asks India for parts for key sectors

As traders are concerned over China’s ongoing civil unrest due to its stern COVID-19 policies, Gold prices in India remained around the same level of Rs 52,980 on Tuesday.

As traders are concerned over China’s ongoing civil unrest due to its stern COVID-19 policies, Gold prices in India remained around the same level of Rs 52,980 on Tuesday. In the domestic markets, on 29 November, the price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold was Rs 52,980 while the price of 10 grams of 22-carat gold was Rs 48,560 on an average. Whereas the silver prices dipped to Rs 61,400. The yellow metal, however, reached a one-week high in the international market on Monday before closing lower for the first time in five days. As of 00:07 GMT, spot gold remained unchanged at $1,741.13 per ounce. The price of US gold futures remained stable at $1,739.60. Gold Prices in Indian cities The gold price today as of 9:33am was INR 4,591 per gram for 24-carat gold, an uptick of 0.42 per cent from yesterday’s close of INR 4,572. Gold is up 0.48% in comparision to last week. The 52-week gold price high is INR 4,647, while the 52-week gold price low is INR 4,332. The price per gram of 22-carat gold is INR 4,208. Gold prices vary by city to city in India. Here is the list of 24-carat and 22-carat gold prices in Indian states City 22 Carat (10gm) 24 Carat (10 gm) Ahmedabad 48,510 ₹52,930 Bangalore 48,510 ₹52,930 Bhubaneswar ₹48,460 ₹52,880 Chandigarh ₹48,610 ₹53,040 Chennai ₹49,160 ₹53,630 Coimbatore 49,160 ₹53,630 Delhi ₹48,610 ₹53,040 Hyderabad ₹48,460 ₹52,880 Jaipur ₹48,610 ₹53,040 Gold price sees an uptick in Dubai The US Federal Reserve officials indication that interest rates will remain high in order to reduce inflation caused gold prices in Dubai to fall around 1% in the previous session however the gold prices increased in early trade on Tuesday. The Spot gold price was up 0.6 per cent at $1,753.22 per ounce at 9:30 AM UAE time.This is the market price at which gold is bought and sold on the spot, and involves immediate exchange of payments and delivery of gold, according to Forbes. St. Louis Federal Reserve President James Bullard stated that in order to contain inflation, the Fed must raise interest rates significantly further and keep them there for the remainder of this year and beyond 2024. Investors are now anticipating comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who will make them on Wednesday at a gathering of the Brookings Institution. Gold Prices in UAE 24 Carat Gold: In the UAE, the 24K gold price remained steady at Dh212.25 per gram at the opening of the markets on Tuesday. 22K, 21K and 18K Carat Gold: Trading slightly higher, 22K, 21K and 18K Carat Gold were at Dh199.5, Dh190.25 and Dh163.25 per gram respectively. The precious metal had hit a one-week high on Monday before closing lower for the first time in five sessions. GOLD UNIT GOLD PRICES 1 Gold Gram Carat 24 AED 233.75 1 Gold Gram Carat 22 AED 210.25 1 Gold Gram Carat 21 AED 200.75 1 Gold Gram Carat 18 AED 172.0 1 Ounce Gold AED 6779.05 1 Kilogram Gold AED 217,975.92 1 Tola Gold AED 2542.43

Gold prices up in Dubai, stable in India, Check today's 24k, 22k rates here

Let us take a look at stories generating interest across WION's social media channels. In today's video we cover - Bank holidays for December 2022 in India.

Trending on WION: Bank Holidays for December 2022 in India

<p>Canada has termed India a "critical partner" under its Indo-Pacific strategy that was released on Sunday. It is for the first time ever the north American country has released such a policy for the Indo-Pacific region that continues to drive the global economy. The policy document said that "India’s strategic importance and leadership—both across the region and globally—will only increase" as India "the world’s biggest democracy—becomes the most populous country in the world and continues to grow its economy."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Number of steps have been listed to increase engagement with India, which include bolstering Canada’s visa-processing capacity in New Delhi and Chandigarh, support for "academic, educational, cultural, youth and research" exchanges and accelerate cooperation in the fight against climate change.</p>

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<p>Special emphasis has been put on increasing economic ties especially by concluding an Early Progress Trade Agreement (EPTA) and creation of a Canada-India desk within the Trade Commissioner Service to promote implementation of the EPTA. The document also hopes for an India Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement as a natural outcome of EPTA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Indian govt estimates, India’s total trade with Canada (goods and services) in 2021-22 was US$11.68. Bilateral trade in services in 2021 was US$ 4.88 billion. Canadian&nbsp;Pension Funds have cumulatively invested around US$ 55 billion in India.</p>

<p>The strategy highlighted that both the countries "have a shared tradition of democracy and pluralism, a common commitment to a rules-based international system and multilateralism" even as both sides have "mutual interest in expanding our commercial relationship and extensive and growing people-to-people connections."</p>

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<p>While Khalistani elements in Canadian society and their activities like holding referendums for creation of separate homeland in India has irked New Delhi, government to government efforts remain on to keep ties better placed. Earlier this year both Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian PM&nbsp;Justin Trudeau met on the sidelines of G7 summit in the Germany, the first such meet between the 2 leaders since 2018.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The strategy also called for greater engagement with India for resilient supply chain and expects a "greater Canadian involvement and alignment with regional initiatives, such as the Australia-Japan-India Supply Chain Resilience Initiative".&nbsp;More and more countries are issuing Indo-Pacific strategy given the region has one of the fastest growing economies in the world, and a hub of global trade. The region is expected to contribute to 50% of global GDP by 2040 and 65% of global population.</p>

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Canada has termed India a "critical partner" under its Indo-Pacific strategy that was released on Sunday. It is for the first time ever the north American country has released such a policy for the Indo-Pacific region that continues to drive the global economy.

Canada has termed India a "critical partner" under its Indo-Pacific strategy that was released on Sunday. It is for the first time ever the north American country has released such a policy for the Indo-Pacific region that continues to drive the global economy. The policy document said that "India’s strategic importance and leadership—both across the region and globally—will only increase" as India "the world’s biggest democracy—becomes the most populous country in the world and continues to grow its economy." Number of steps have been listed to increase engagement with India, which include bolstering Canada’s visa-processing capacity in New Delhi and Chandigarh, support for "academic, educational, cultural, youth and research" exchanges and accelerate cooperation in the fight against climate change. Also read | WHO to use new preferred term ‘mpox’ for ‘Monkeypox’ virus to avoid stigma Special emphasis has been put on increasing economic ties especially by concluding an Early Progress Trade Agreement (EPTA) and creation of a Canada-India desk within the Trade Commissioner Service to promote implementation of the EPTA. The document also hopes for an India Canada Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement as a natural outcome of EPTA. According to Indian govt estimates, India’s total trade with Canada (goods and services) in 2021-22 was US$11.68. Bilateral trade in services in 2021 was US$ 4.88 billion. Canadian Pension Funds have cumulatively invested around US$ 55 billion in India. The strategy highlighted that both the countries "have a shared tradition of democracy and pluralism, a common commitment to a rules-based international system and multilateralism" even as both sides have "mutual interest in expanding our commercial relationship and extensive and growing people-to-people connections." Also read | 8 civilians killed in latest Al-Shabaab attack on Mogadishu, hotel siege ends While Khalistani elements in Canadian society and their activities like holding referendums for creation of separate homeland in India has irked New Delhi, government to government efforts remain on to keep ties better placed. Earlier this year both Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian PM Justin Trudeau met on the sidelines of G7 summit in the Germany, the first such meet between the 2 leaders since 2018. The strategy also called for greater engagement with India for resilient supply chain and expects a "greater Canadian involvement and alignment with regional initiatives, such as the Australia-Japan-India Supply Chain Resilience Initiative". More and more countries are issuing Indo-Pacific strategy given the region has one of the fastest growing economies in the world, and a hub of global trade. The region is expected to contribute to 50% of global GDP by 2040 and 65% of global population.

Canada terms India as 'critical partner' under its new Indo-Pacific Strategy

The Indian army and Australia’s army are conducting bilateral military exercises known as Austra-Hind 22. What's the drill all about?

India–Australia war games begin

<p>Maritime cooperation and Ulemas meet will be the key focus as India's national security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Indonesian counterpart Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mahfud sit down for talks on Tuesday in Delhi. Dr Mahfud is the coordinating minister for Political, Legal and security affairs for Indonesia and begins his India visit from Monday night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The visit is a reciprocal visit and comes after NSA Doval visited the ASEAN country earlier this year for the 2nd India Indonesia Security Dialogue. During the visit, minister Mahfud agreed to visit India and proposed a joint Ulemas dialogue between the 2 countries. His is accompanied by 24-member delegation, including representatives from senior most Ulemas, and representatives from other faiths like Hindus, Christians as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Ulema meet will be the key focus during his visit as Indian and Indonesian Ulemas hold day long talks in the Indian national capital. The meet is chaired by NSA Doval and Minister Mahfud.&nbsp;Sources told WION that the meet will increase "familiarity" between the Ulemas of the 2 sides and "introduce people from both sides in a structured manner".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Ulemas meet will have 3 key sessions, Islam: Continuity and change, Harmonizing interfaith society: practice and experience, and countering radicalisation and extremism in India and Indonesia. Asked about how both sides will use the meet with emphasis on de radicalisation, sources said that issue will be discussed, pointing out that Delhi, Jakarta already have engagement in law enforcement space.&nbsp;&nbsp;Indian side will be represented by&nbsp;Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, Muslim Student's Organization, Bohra community among others.</p>

<p>Ulemas are seen as influential figures in Islamic society and the meeting is seen as a way to take forward the cooperation to promote tolerance, harmony and counter violent extremism and radicalisation. A joint press release will also be issued at the end of the event by the 2 sides.</p>

<p>The meet is also expected to discuss growing defence cooperation between the 2 sides. While no official announcement has been made, Indonesia could be the 2<sup>nd</sup>&nbsp;country in ASEAN to get&nbsp;Brahmos missiles from India. Indo Pacific has been other areas of conversation with Jakarta being seen as a thought leader behind ASEAN's outlook on Indo Pacific strategy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indonesian Minister concludes his visit on 1<sup>st</sup>&nbsp;December. On Wednesday, the Indonesian delegation will be traveling to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.</p>

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Maritime cooperation and Ulemas meet will be the key focus as India's national security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Indonesian counterpart Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mahfud sit down for talks on Tuesday in Delhi.

Maritime cooperation and Ulemas meet will be the key focus as India's national security Advisor Ajit Doval and his Indonesian counterpart Prof. Dr. Mohammad Mahfud sit down for talks on Tuesday in Delhi. Dr Mahfud is the coordinating minister for Political, Legal and security affairs for Indonesia and begins his India visit from Monday night. The visit is a reciprocal visit and comes after NSA Doval visited the ASEAN country earlier this year for the 2nd India Indonesia Security Dialogue. During the visit, minister Mahfud agreed to visit India and proposed a joint Ulemas dialogue between the 2 countries. His is accompanied by 24-member delegation, including representatives from senior most Ulemas, and representatives from other faiths like Hindus, Christians as well. The Ulema meet will be the key focus during his visit as Indian and Indonesian Ulemas hold day long talks in the Indian national capital. The meet is chaired by NSA Doval and Minister Mahfud. Sources told WION that the meet will increase "familiarity" between the Ulemas of the 2 sides and "introduce people from both sides in a structured manner". Also read | 8 civilians killed in latest Al-Shabaab attack on Mogadishu, hotel siege ends The Ulemas meet will have 3 key sessions, Islam: Continuity and change, Harmonizing interfaith society: practice and experience, and countering radicalisation and extremism in India and Indonesia. Asked about how both sides will use the meet with emphasis on de radicalisation, sources said that issue will be discussed, pointing out that Delhi, Jakarta already have engagement in law enforcement space. Indian side will be represented by Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind, Muslim Student's Organization, Bohra community among others. Ulemas are seen as influential figures in Islamic society and the meeting is seen as a way to take forward the cooperation to promote tolerance, harmony and counter violent extremism and radicalisation. A joint press release will also be issued at the end of the event by the 2 sides. The meet is also expected to discuss growing defence cooperation between the 2 sides. While no official announcement has been made, Indonesia could be the 2nd country in ASEAN to get Brahmos missiles from India. Indo Pacific has been other areas of conversation with Jakarta being seen as a thought leader behind ASEAN's outlook on Indo Pacific strategy. The Indonesian Minister concludes his visit on 1st December. On Wednesday, the Indonesian delegation will be traveling to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.

Maritime cooperation, Ulema's meet key focus during Indian NSA, Indonesian counterpart meet

<p>In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani.</p>

<p>the protesters forced workers to stop working at the&nbsp;Vizhinjam seaport.</p>

<p>In the recent clashes, hundreds of angry protesters stormed a police station&nbsp;with lethal weapons, damaging official vehicles, the police documents claim.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The construction has been halted for over three months after the villagers blocked the entrance for construction vehicles claiming that the activities are causing harm to their livelihoods, Reuters reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Last week, police detained several protesters who were blocking the way. This prompted protesters for attacking the police station.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A senior police official claimed that 36 police officials have been severely wounded in this clash.</p>

<p>The protest has continued in the area despite repeated orders from Kerala's High Court to allow construction dismissing all claims by the protesters.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Till now, Adnani Group has not addressed the situation officially but claims that the port complies with all laws and cited claims. The state government stated that any erosion that occurred happened due to natural causes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The protest has brought worries for Asia's richest man Gautam Adani.&nbsp;Similar protests against the Adnani Group have occurred in Australia over his Carmichael coal mine. The activists there were concerned over carbon emissions and possible damage to the Great Barrier Reef forcing the group to halt its construction and delaying the project by six years.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani.

In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani. the protesters forced workers to stop working at the Vizhinjam seaport. In the recent clashes, hundreds of angry protesters stormed a police station with lethal weapons, damaging official vehicles, the police documents claim. The construction has been halted for over three months after the villagers blocked the entrance for construction vehicles claiming that the activities are causing harm to their livelihoods, Reuters reported. Also read | IRCTC cancels 147 trains today, check complete list, how to get refund, and cancellation charges Last week, police detained several protesters who were blocking the way. This prompted protesters for attacking the police station. A senior police official claimed that 36 police officials have been severely wounded in this clash. The protest has continued in the area despite repeated orders from Kerala's High Court to allow construction dismissing all claims by the protesters. Also read | India gets its first private rocket launchpad and mission control centre Till now, Adnani Group has not addressed the situation officially but claims that the port complies with all laws and cited claims. The state government stated that any erosion that occurred happened due to natural causes. The protest has brought worries for Asia's richest man Gautam Adani. Similar protests against the Adnani Group have occurred in Australia over his Carmichael coal mine. The activists there were concerned over carbon emissions and possible damage to the Great Barrier Reef forcing the group to halt its construction and delaying the project by six years. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Hundreds of protesters clash with police over Adani's port project, 80 injured

In India, December 2022 has a number of public holidays and bank holidays. A total of 13 days, including weekends on the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays, would see banks across India closed in December.

In India, December 2022 has a number of public holidays and bank holidays. A total of 13 days, including weekends on the second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays, would see banks across India closed in December. In December 2022, the second and fourth Saturdays are observed as regular bank holidays. The fourth Saturday comes on December 24, whereas the second Saturday is on December 10. Just to add value information let us inform that if a month contains five Saturdays, the fifth Saturday is a working day. Christmas, which is observed on 25 December is a well-known public holiday observed annually throughout much of the nation in the month of December. Date Day Holiday State 1-Dec-22 Thursday State Inauguration Day/Indigenous Faith Day Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh 3-Dec-22 Saturday World Disabled Day/Feast of St. Francis Xavier Tripura & Goa 5-Dec-22 Monday Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah Jayanti Jammu and Kashmir 10-Dec-22 Saturday Second Saturday 12-Dec-22 Monday Pa Togan Nengminza Sangma Meghalaya 18-Dec-22 Sunday Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham/Guru Ghasidas Jayanti Meghalaya, Chandigarh 19-Dec-22 Monday Goa Liberation Day Goa 24-Dec-22 Saturday Christmas Eve Mizoram, Meghalaya 25-Dec-22 Sunday Christmas Day All over India 26-Dec-22 Monday Shaheed Udham Singh Jayanti Haryana 26-Dec-22 Monday Christmas Holiday Mizoram, Meghalaya and Telangana 30-Dec-22 Friday Tamu Losar/U Kiang Nangbah Sikkim & Meghalaya 31-Dec-22 Saturday New Year's Eve Manipur Are these Holidays countrywide? No, while some of these holidays are specific to certain states, others apply to the entire nation. In December 2022, there are numerous state-specific regional holidays in addition to Christmas. What will remain closed on Bank Holidays? ATM services will be accessible while banks will be closed physically. A lot of people will continue to carry out online banking however they must schedule their financial operations in accordance with the list of holidays. All bank services will be available digitally. Internet banking and UPI payment applications like Google Pay will remain operational. However, there could be certain tasks on your to-do list, though, that need going in person to a bank location. Therefore, you should schedule your bank-related tasks accordingly.

Bank Holidays for December 2022 in India: Check out the extensive list

<p>In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space. This private facility, also India’s first such, is located within India’s existing and lone spaceport, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The new facility has been inaugurated on Monday, by the Chairman, of ISRO, Dr S. Somanath, senior officials from ISRO and the Agnikul team. It has been designed by Agnikul and executed with support from IN-SPACe (the government entity which supports and promotes private space firms in India). This facility comprises two sections - Agnikul Launchpad (ALP) and Agnikul Mission Control Centre(AMCC).&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to Agnikul, all critical systems connecting these two sections - which are 4 km away from each other are redundant to ensure 100 per cent&nbsp;operationality during the countdown. The Launchpad is built specifically keeping in mind the ability to support liquid-stage controlled launches, while also addressing the need for ISRO’s range operations team to monitor key flight safety parameters during launches. Additionally, it has the ability to, as necessary share data and other critical information with ISRO’s mission control centre.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">Agnikul’s first launch will be a controlled &amp; guided mission having a vertical launch and&nbsp;will happen from this launchpad. The mission would be a technology demonstrator that will mirror Agnikul’s orbital launch but at a reduced scale. The company's&nbsp;Agnibaan rocket is a highly customisable, 2-stage launch vehicle, capable of taking up to 100 kg payload to orbits around 700 km high (low Earth orbits) and&nbsp;enables plug-and-play configuration. Agnilet is the world's first single-piece 3D printed engine fully designed and manufactured in India and was successfully test-fired in early 2021 &amp; became the first company in the country to test its engines at ISRO.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Speaking at the inauguration event,&nbsp;Secretary, Dept. of Space and Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath&nbsp;said "The first exclusive launch pad for a private launch vehicle has come up at Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC). Now India can travel to space from one more space platform. Thanks to Agnikul."</p>

<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/isro-tests-parachute-system-thats-meant-to-land-indian-astronauts-safely-on-water-536002"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;ISRO tests parachute system that's meant to land Indian astronauts safely on water</strong></a></p>

<p dir="ltr">Commenting about their new facility,&nbsp;Srinath Ravichandran, Co-founder &amp; CEO, Agnikul&nbsp;said, "The ability to launch from our own launchpad while still working with ISRO’s launch operations teams is a privilege that we have been granted by ISRO &amp; IN-SPACe and I am deeply grateful to them for the same. It is dream come true for all of us at Agnikul to launch our vehicles from a facility we have designed and built ourselves."</p>

<p>Over the last 60 years, the most sophisticated aspects of India’s space programme (such as building and launching rockets, satellites, and operating support facilities) have been the monopoly of India’s Government-run space agency. However, the space sector reforms rolled out by the Indian Government in 2020, permitted private companies to delve into this niche sector and carry out business activities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In line with this, India has witnessed a multiplication of start-ups in the space sector, recently India’s first privately built rocket was launched into the upper atmosphere, and satellites built by Indian firms were launched on India’s workhorse PSLV rocket (built and operated by the Government-run space agency).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The announcement from Agnikul takes this further, as it would be the fifth operational rocket Launchpad in India. ISRO operates two main launchpads in Sriharikota meant for its large orbital rockets and has a Sounding rocket complex for its smaller &amp; sub-orbital rockets. ISRO’s lead facility in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram also has a Launchpad for small-sounding (sub-orbital) rockets.&nbsp;In addition to this, the Indian Government is building another spaceport for small orbital rockets, closer to the tip of the Indian peninsula, at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu.</p>

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In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space.

In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space. This private facility, also India’s first such, is located within India’s existing and lone spaceport, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota. The new facility has been inaugurated on Monday, by the Chairman, of ISRO, Dr S. Somanath, senior officials from ISRO and the Agnikul team. It has been designed by Agnikul and executed with support from IN-SPACe (the government entity which supports and promotes private space firms in India). This facility comprises two sections - Agnikul Launchpad (ALP) and Agnikul Mission Control Centre(AMCC). Also read | ISRO conducts 200th consecutive launch of 'RH-200' sounding rocket; here's all you need to know According to Agnikul, all critical systems connecting these two sections - which are 4 km away from each other are redundant to ensure 100 per cent operationality during the countdown. The Launchpad is built specifically keeping in mind the ability to support liquid-stage controlled launches, while also addressing the need for ISRO’s range operations team to monitor key flight safety parameters during launches. Additionally, it has the ability to, as necessary share data and other critical information with ISRO’s mission control centre. Agnikul’s first launch will be a controlled & guided mission having a vertical launch and will happen from this launchpad. The mission would be a technology demonstrator that will mirror Agnikul’s orbital launch but at a reduced scale. The company's Agnibaan rocket is a highly customisable, 2-stage launch vehicle, capable of taking up to 100 kg payload to orbits around 700 km high (low Earth orbits) and enables plug-and-play configuration. Agnilet is the world's first single-piece 3D printed engine fully designed and manufactured in India and was successfully test-fired in early 2021 & became the first company in the country to test its engines at ISRO. Speaking at the inauguration event, Secretary, Dept. of Space and Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath said "The first exclusive launch pad for a private launch vehicle has come up at Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC). Now India can travel to space from one more space platform. Thanks to Agnikul." Also read | ISRO tests parachute system that's meant to land Indian astronauts safely on water Commenting about their new facility, Srinath Ravichandran, Co-founder & CEO, Agnikul said, "The ability to launch from our own launchpad while still working with ISRO’s launch operations teams is a privilege that we have been granted by ISRO & IN-SPACe and I am deeply grateful to them for the same. It is dream come true for all of us at Agnikul to launch our vehicles from a facility we have designed and built ourselves." Over the last 60 years, the most sophisticated aspects of India’s space programme (such as building and launching rockets, satellites, and operating support facilities) have been the monopoly of India’s Government-run space agency. However, the space sector reforms rolled out by the Indian Government in 2020, permitted private companies to delve into this niche sector and carry out business activities. In line with this, India has witnessed a multiplication of start-ups in the space sector, recently India’s first privately built rocket was launched into the upper atmosphere, and satellites built by Indian firms were launched on India’s workhorse PSLV rocket (built and operated by the Government-run space agency). The announcement from Agnikul takes this further, as it would be the fifth operational rocket Launchpad in India. ISRO operates two main launchpads in Sriharikota meant for its large orbital rockets and has a Sounding rocket complex for its smaller & sub-orbital rockets. ISRO’s lead facility in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram also has a Launchpad for small-sounding (sub-orbital) rockets. In addition to this, the Indian Government is building another spaceport for small orbital rockets, closer to the tip of the Indian peninsula, at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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China is one nation which has had territorial disputes with almost all its neighbours. China’s conflicts with world powers and high-ambitions in the Indo-Pacific have been a cause of concern for most leaders across the world. But, as China strives for world-domination...the irony is that all its conflicts, efforts and investments are going in India’s favour. A report by Shivan Chanana.

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<p>As India commemorates the 14th anniversary of the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai, a number of leaders&nbsp;paid tribute to the hundreds of victims.&nbsp;Naor Gilon, the Israeli ambassador to India, paid a visit to the Chabad home in Mumbai and joined others in remembering the victims of the 26/11 terror attack.</p>

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<p>As he honoured the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks earlier today, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar remarked that terrorism is a menace to mankind. He said that the perpetrators of this act must be brought to justice.</p>

<p><strong>26/11 Mumbai terror attacks: 14 years after, victims still remember the horror</strong></p>

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<p>"Terrorism threatens humanity. Today,&nbsp;on 26/11, the world joins India in remembering its victims. Those who planned and oversaw this attack must be brought to justice. We owe this to every victim of terrorism around the world," Jaishankar tweeted.</p>

<p>The US secretary of state, Anthony Blinken also paid homage to the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks and pledged to provide support 'to bring to justice the perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks.'</p>

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<p>At a UN counter-terrorism meeting in Mumbai in October of this year,&nbsp;Antony Blinken and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar brought up the idea of designating the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack's planners as international terrorists. At the conference held at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, one of the locations of the 2008 terror assault, there were representatives from each of the 15 UNSC members.</p>

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<p>A statement by President Droupadi Murmu on Twitter read: “We share the enduring pain of their loved ones and families. Nation pays homage to the security personnel who fought valiantly and made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty,” the tweet further read.</p>

<p>Defence minister Rajnath Singh also joined in paying tributes to the victims of the attacks. In a tweet, he said that he “salutes the memory of all those who lost their lives in this incident”. “My heartfelt tributes to the security personnel who sacrificed their lives while fighting this attack. This country has not forgotten the incident of 26/11, nor will it ever forget,” his tweet read.</p>

<p>One of the deadliest terror assaults in Indian history, the Mumbai attacks in 2008 lasted for four days till November 29. These attacks resulted in the deaths of over 150 people, including police officers, civilians, and even foreign nationals. In the attacks, more than 300 individuals suffered injuries. Up to 10 members of the Pakistani Islamist terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) reached Mumbai over the Arabian Sea and wreaked havoc by carrying out coordinated operations in many different sites throughout the Indian financial centre. Along with the Taj Hotel, the attacks also occurred at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, the Leopold Cafe, the Nariman House, and the Oberoi Trident.</p>

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As India commemorates the 14th anniversary of the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai, a number of leaders paid tribute to the hundreds of victims. Naor Gilon, the Israeli ambassador to India, paid a visit to the Chabad home in Mumbai and joined others in remembering the victims of the 26/11 terror attack.

As India commemorates the 14th anniversary of the 26/11 terror attacks in Mumbai, a number of leaders paid tribute to the hundreds of victims. Naor Gilon, the Israeli ambassador to India, paid a visit to the Chabad home in Mumbai and joined others in remembering the victims of the 26/11 terror attack. Today, I join the people of India in paying my heartfelt tribute to all victims of the terrible #MumbaiTerrorAttack of 26/11. Visiting the #Chabad house and hearing all about the tragedy was an emotional moment. 🇮🇱&🇮🇳 stand united in grief but also in fighting terrorism🙏 pic.twitter.com/gwwPBIWvON — Naor Gilon (@NaorGilon) November 26, 2022 × As he honoured the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks earlier today, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar remarked that terrorism is a menace to mankind. He said that the perpetrators of this act must be brought to justice. 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks: 14 years after, victims still remember the horror "Terrorism threatens humanity. Today, on 26/11, the world joins India in remembering its victims. Those who planned and oversaw this attack must be brought to justice. We owe this to every victim of terrorism around the world," Jaishankar tweeted. The US secretary of state, Anthony Blinken also paid homage to the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks and pledged to provide support 'to bring to justice the perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks.' As we mark 14 years since the horrific attacks of 26/11, we join people in India and around the world in mourning the lives lost. Together with India and other international partners, we will continue to work to bring to justice the perpetrators of the Mumbai attacks. pic.twitter.com/TcqCy8AVSS — Secretary Antony Blinken (@SecBlinken) November 26, 2022 × At a UN counter-terrorism meeting in Mumbai in October of this year, Antony Blinken and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar brought up the idea of designating the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack's planners as international terrorists. At the conference held at the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, one of the locations of the 2008 terror assault, there were representatives from each of the 15 UNSC members. Also read | India marked 14 years of 26/11 terror attack on Mumbai A statement by President Droupadi Murmu on Twitter read: “We share the enduring pain of their loved ones and families. Nation pays homage to the security personnel who fought valiantly and made supreme sacrifice in the line of duty,” the tweet further read. Defence minister Rajnath Singh also joined in paying tributes to the victims of the attacks. In a tweet, he said that he “salutes the memory of all those who lost their lives in this incident”. “My heartfelt tributes to the security personnel who sacrificed their lives while fighting this attack. This country has not forgotten the incident of 26/11, nor will it ever forget,” his tweet read. One of the deadliest terror assaults in Indian history, the Mumbai attacks in 2008 lasted for four days till November 29. These attacks resulted in the deaths of over 150 people, including police officers, civilians, and even foreign nationals. In the attacks, more than 300 individuals suffered injuries. Up to 10 members of the Pakistani Islamist terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) reached Mumbai over the Arabian Sea and wreaked havoc by carrying out coordinated operations in many different sites throughout the Indian financial centre. Along with the Taj Hotel, the attacks also occurred at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, the Leopold Cafe, the Nariman House, and the Oberoi Trident. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Delhi's High Court has barred the unauthorized use of Mega star Amitabh Bachchan's voice and images. The Delhi High Court has passed an interim order restraining the unauthorized use of the Indian star Amitabh bachchan's iconic voice and his images or any other trait exclusively identifiable with him.

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WION got the opportunity to talk to Indian singer Papon, Who for the past couple of weeks has been travelling all over the country, enthralling many with his performance. Papon hails from the state of Assam in India, which is popular for its Bihu music.Papon has a deep connection with Assam that he carries with him everywhere.Our exclusive conversation with the singer will reveal more.

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