<p>In a concerning development, another cheetah named Shaurya has died in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, marking the 10th fatality since the cheetah reintroduction project commenced in 2022.</p>

<p>The Namibian cheetah's death&nbsp;on Tuesday&nbsp;(Jan&nbsp;16), adds to the alarming count of seven adults and three cubs lost at the national park, primarily due to various infections.</p>

<p>Shaurya's demise occurred around 3:17 pm, and the cause of death will be determined after post-mortem examination, according to an official statement by the Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest and Director of the Lion Project.</p>

<p>The tracking team noticed incoordination and a staggering gait around 11 am, prompting the cheetah's tranquilisation. Although initially revived, complications arose post-revival, leading to a failed response to CPR.</p>

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<h2><strong>Previous cheetah deaths and causes</strong></h2>

<p>The last recorded cheetah death in Kuno National Park was reported on August 2, 2023. Infections caused by insects during the monsoon season were cited by the government as the primary cause for the previous two deaths.</p>

<p>The fatalities have raised concerns and even reached the Supreme Court, which, in the previous year, expressed no reason to question the central government's cheetah reintroduction efforts.</p>

<p>Cheetahs were declared extinct in India in 1952. The ambitious reintroduction project began in 2022, bringing 20 adult cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa in two batches.</p>

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<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the project on September 17, 2023, releasing a group of cheetahs into an enclosure in Kuno National Park. Despite the birth of four cubs in the park, the high mortality rate, with three cubs and six adults dying&nbsp;within five months until August 2023, raised significant concerns over Project Cheetah.</p>

<p>The Supreme Court, addressing the issue of multiple cheetah deaths, affirmed that there was no basis to question the central government's reintroduction efforts.</p>

<p>Despite the setbacks, Project Cheetah's head, SP Yadav, shared plans to import another batch of cheetahs from South Africa for introduction in the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a concerning development, another cheetah named Shaurya has died in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, marking the 10th fatality since the cheetah reintroduction project commenced in 2022.

In a concerning development, another cheetah named Shaurya has died in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park, marking the 10th fatality since the cheetah reintroduction project commenced in 2022. The Namibian cheetah's death on Tuesday (Jan 16), adds to the alarming count of seven adults and three cubs lost at the national park, primarily due to various infections. Shaurya's demise occurred around 3:17 pm, and the cause of death will be determined after post-mortem examination, according to an official statement by the Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forest and Director of the Lion Project. The tracking team noticed incoordination and a staggering gait around 11 am, prompting the cheetah's tranquilisation. Although initially revived, complications arose post-revival, leading to a failed response to CPR. Also read | India’s oldest tigress, Rajmata, credited with reviving Sariska reserve, passes away at 19 Previous cheetah deaths and causes The last recorded cheetah death in Kuno National Park was reported on August 2, 2023. Infections caused by insects during the monsoon season were cited by the government as the primary cause for the previous two deaths. The fatalities have raised concerns and even reached the Supreme Court, which, in the previous year, expressed no reason to question the central government's cheetah reintroduction efforts. Cheetahs were declared extinct in India in 1952. The ambitious reintroduction project began in 2022, bringing 20 adult cheetahs from Namibia and South Africa in two batches. Also watch | India: Last 2 Kuno cheetahs die of infection caused by insects in monsoon Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the project on September 17, 2023, releasing a group of cheetahs into an enclosure in Kuno National Park. Despite the birth of four cubs in the park, the high mortality rate, with three cubs and six adults dying within five months until August 2023, raised significant concerns over Project Cheetah. The Supreme Court, addressing the issue of multiple cheetah deaths, affirmed that there was no basis to question the central government's reintroduction efforts. Despite the setbacks, Project Cheetah's head, SP Yadav, shared plans to import another batch of cheetahs from South Africa for introduction in the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary. (With inputs from agencies)

India: 10th cheetah from Namibia dies in Kuno National Park, sparks concerns on reintroduction project

Italian prosecutors on Tuesday placed a lawmaker from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's party under investigation after a bystander was injured by a shot fired from his gun at a New Year's celebration.

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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

There has been an uproar in the Indian Parliament. A record number of MPs have been suspended. The opposition is protesting. But what are the restrictions imposed on suspended MPs? Watch here.

What are the restrictions imposed on MPs suspended from the Indian Parliament?

Chaos and uproar continue in India's Parliament as a record number of MPs have now been suspended from the house. The tally now stands at 141.

India: 141 MPs get suspended for disrupting proceedings of Parliament

Record number of Opposition MPs suspended from Indian Parliament

A total of 78 opposition MPs were suspended from both houses of parliament on Monday, December 18, taking the total of suspended MPs since December 15 to 92. While 33 MPs were suspended in the Lok Sabha, 45 were suspended in the Rajya Sabha. On December 14, a total of 14 MPs (13 in Lok Sabha and one in Rajya Sabha) were suspended

India: 78 MPs suspended for unruly behaviour in Parliament

India: 78 MPs suspended from Indian parliament for unruly behaviour

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

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

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

A member of Thailand's Parliament has been sentenced to 6 years in prison for insulting country's monarchy. Rukchanok was found guilty of violating Thailand's lese-majesty laws.

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<p>Indian leader from the ruling party at the centre, Mohan Yadav, officially assumed the role of Madhya Pradesh's new chief minister on Wednesday (Dec 13) after an oath-taking ceremony at Lal Parade Ground in the state capital.</p>

<p>Notable dignitaries in attendance included Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Accompanying Yadav in this ceremony were the newly appointed Deputy Chief Ministers, Jagdish Devda and Rajendra Shukla.</p>

<p>At the same time&nbsp;in Raipur, in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh, Vishnu Deo Sai also took oath on Wednesday (Dec 13) at Science College Ground as the Chief Minister of the state. Meanwhile, BJP leader Arun Sao takes oath as Deputy CM of Chhattisgarh.</p>

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<p>The recent electoral landscape in Madhya Pradesh saw 230 assembly seats contested on November 17, with the vote count&nbsp;on December 3. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured an impressive victory, claiming 163 seats, while the Congress trailed behind with 66 seats.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, in Chhattisgarh, BJP leader Vijay Kumar Sharma announced the participation of Prime Minister Modi, Home Minister Shah, BJP National President JP Nadda, and other senior party leaders in Vishnu Deo Sai's swearing-in ceremony.</p>

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<p>Former four-term Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held the position for an impressive 18 years. Prior to his elevation, Yadav served as the Minister for Higher Education in Chouhan's government in Madhya Pradesh.</p>

<p>At 58 years old, Mohan Yadav has secured victory three times as a candidate from the Ujjain Dakshin seat. Notably, he carries a clean record of criminal cases or past convictions.</p>

<p>Moreover, Bhajan Lal Sharma from BJP is scheduled to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of the western state of Rajasthan on December 15, with Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa set to take oath as Deputy Chief Ministers.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian leader from the ruling party at the centre, Mohan Yadav, officially assumed the role of Madhya Pradesh's new chief minister on Wednesday (Dec 13) after an oath-taking ceremony at Lal Parade Ground in the state capital.

Indian leader from the ruling party at the centre, Mohan Yadav, officially assumed the role of Madhya Pradesh's new chief minister on Wednesday (Dec 13) after an oath-taking ceremony at Lal Parade Ground in the state capital. Notable dignitaries in attendance included Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah. Accompanying Yadav in this ceremony were the newly appointed Deputy Chief Ministers, Jagdish Devda and Rajendra Shukla. At the same time in Raipur, in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh, Vishnu Deo Sai also took oath on Wednesday (Dec 13) at Science College Ground as the Chief Minister of the state. Meanwhile, BJP leader Arun Sao takes oath as Deputy CM of Chhattisgarh. Also Read | India's Jawaharlal Nehru University bans protests on campus, threatens hefty fine and expulsion The recent electoral landscape in Madhya Pradesh saw 230 assembly seats contested on November 17, with the vote count on December 3. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured an impressive victory, claiming 163 seats, while the Congress trailed behind with 66 seats. Also Read | Rajya Sabha passes bill to regulate appointment of CEC, election commissioners; opposition walks out Meanwhile, in Chhattisgarh, BJP leader Vijay Kumar Sharma announced the participation of Prime Minister Modi, Home Minister Shah, BJP National President JP Nadda, and other senior party leaders in Vishnu Deo Sai's swearing-in ceremony. Watch | COP28 Summit extended beyond schedule × Former four-term Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan held the position for an impressive 18 years. Prior to his elevation, Yadav served as the Minister for Higher Education in Chouhan's government in Madhya Pradesh. At 58 years old, Mohan Yadav has secured victory three times as a candidate from the Ujjain Dakshin seat. Notably, he carries a clean record of criminal cases or past convictions. Moreover, Bhajan Lal Sharma from BJP is scheduled to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of the western state of Rajasthan on December 15, with Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa set to take oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. (With inputs from agencies)

India: New chief ministers of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh sworn in

<p>A Thai Member of Parliament was sentenced for six years in jail, before she was released on a USD 14,000 bail, under the country's harsh lese-majeste laws which punish people heavily for what is perceived as criticism of the Thai monarchy. Rukchanok "Ice" Srinork (28) has pleaded not guilty to posting tweets which were perceived to be critical of the monarchy. When she was granted bail, she was warned that she should not repeat the offence.</p>

<p>The Move Forward party, which Ice represents, registered victory in this year's election. The party has urged reforms of the harsh lese-majeste laws. Despite the party's victory, it could not form the government as the unelected senate used Move Forward's criticism of lese-majeste laws as an excuse to block the bid.</p>

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<p>Mass protests erupted against the lese-majeste laws in the year 2020. The protests had lasted several months. Thai Lawyers for Human Rights, an activist group, has been quoted in media reports as saying that since 2020, about 260 charges have been filed under these laws. About 2000 people have faced prosecution for getting involved in protests.</p>

<p>BBC reported that earlier this week, a 26-year-old man was sent to prison after he shouted at a royal motorcade. The man has reportedly been released on bail.</p>

<h2><strong>Accusation&nbsp;of&nbsp;'great malice'</strong></h2>

<p>Rukchanok "Ice" Srinork is out on bail but she plans to appeal the sentence handed to her.</p>

<p>Reuters has reported that one of posts she made accused the government of using Covid vaccination to boost monarchy's image. The court has deemed this defamation. The court has accused that she showed "great malice" towards the king through a separate post.</p>

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<p>Before joining the politics, Rukchanok was an activist who took part in 2020 protests. The protesters had demanded that the country be made more democratic and the laws dealing with the extremely powerful royal family be reformed.</p>

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<p>She joined the Move Forward party and defeated candidate from the opposition Pheu Thai party to get elected to the parliament. She was widely regarded as "giant killer' for her performance in the polls.</p>

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A Thai Member of Parliament was sentenced for six years in jail, before she was released on a USD 14,000 bail, under the country's harsh lese-majeste laws which punish people heavily for what is perceived as criticism of the Thai monarchy.

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<p>A shocking incident of animal cruelty was captured on camera in Guna district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh when a man&nbsp;identified as Mrityunjay Jadaun, callously threw a puppy to the ground without provocation and killed him by repeatedly stomping over the innocent animal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The heart-wrenching episode unfolded when two innocent puppies approached the man, who was consuming food outside a shop. The incident took place on Saturday (Dec 9) evening in the district as everything was business as usual and vehicles passing by the road in front of the shop.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The accused, Mrityunjay Jadaun, was swiftly apprehended by the police and has been booked under various sections. The arrest was made on Sunday (Dec 10), according to the police.</p>

<p>Anup Bhargava, the station house officer at Guna Kotwali police station, informed PTI news agency that the brutal act transpired in the Subhash Colony neighbourhood.</p>

<p>The footage has since gone viral and shows Jadaun heartlessly hurling one of the puppies to the ground and subsequently crushing it with his foot.</p>

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<h2><strong>'</strong>Unpardonable<strong>': Chief minister reacts</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Expressing his dismay, Madhya Pradesh's incumbent Chief Minister Shivraj Chouhan condemned the incident, stating on a social media platform X, "The incident of animal cruelty reported from Guna district is heart-wrenching. Taking action in the case, the accused has been taken into custody. All such acts of barbarity are unpardonable. The harshest action will be taken against the accused for this crime."</p>

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<p>Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also voiced his horror and concern, urging the Chief Minister to take decisive action.</p>

<p>In a post on social media, he stated, "This is horrifying and disturbing. There is no doubt that the man should be penalised for this barbarism."</p>

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<p>The accused, 30-year-old Mrityunjay Jadaun, has been charged under Indian Penal Code section 428, which pertains to mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming, or rendering useless any animal, as noted by the police.</p>

<p>When questioned about the mental health condition of the accused, officials reportedly mentioned that it was under examination, while media reports suggest&nbsp;that he may be mentally unstable.</p>

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Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. A shocking incident of animal cruelty was captured on camera in Guna district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh when a man identified as Mrityunjay Jadaun, callously threw a puppy to the ground without provocation and killed him by repeatedly stomping over the innocent animal.

Disclaimer: Some readers may find the story disturbing. Discretion is advised. A shocking incident of animal cruelty was captured on camera in Guna district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh when a man identified as Mrityunjay Jadaun, callously threw a puppy to the ground without provocation and killed him by repeatedly stomping over the innocent animal. The heart-wrenching episode unfolded when two innocent puppies approached the man, who was consuming food outside a shop. The incident took place on Saturday (Dec 9) evening in the district as everything was business as usual and vehicles passing by the road in front of the shop. The accused, Mrityunjay Jadaun, was swiftly apprehended by the police and has been booked under various sections. The arrest was made on Sunday (Dec 10), according to the police. Anup Bhargava, the station house officer at Guna Kotwali police station, informed PTI news agency that the brutal act transpired in the Subhash Colony neighbourhood. The footage has since gone viral and shows Jadaun heartlessly hurling one of the puppies to the ground and subsequently crushing it with his foot. Also Read | India: BSP chief Mayawati chooses nephew Akash Anand as her political successor. Who is he? 'Unpardonable': Chief minister reacts Expressing his dismay, Madhya Pradesh's incumbent Chief Minister Shivraj Chouhan condemned the incident, stating on a social media platform X, "The incident of animal cruelty reported from Guna district is heart-wrenching. Taking action in the case, the accused has been taken into custody. All such acts of barbarity are unpardonable. The harshest action will be taken against the accused for this crime." Also Read | From murder accused to advocate, this Indian man studied law to fight his own case Content warning: The visuals may be disturbing to some users. It may contain some profanity as well. Viewer discretion is advised. WION is not responsible for the content of the video. Guna: A young man picked up a baby dog and threw it on the road, then kicked it and killed it, see the incident in Subhash Colony area.@guna_police @mppo pic.twitter.com/NZj1GtYzPE — Mute hindu🤐 (@Mute_hindu) December 10, 2023 × Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia also voiced his horror and concern, urging the Chief Minister to take decisive action. In a post on social media, he stated, "This is horrifying and disturbing. There is no doubt that the man should be penalised for this barbarism." Watch | EU Agriculture Commissioner Wojciechowski upbeat on India-EU FTA, Lauds Indian farmers × The accused, 30-year-old Mrityunjay Jadaun, has been charged under Indian Penal Code section 428, which pertains to mischief by killing, poisoning, maiming, or rendering useless any animal, as noted by the police. When questioned about the mental health condition of the accused, officials reportedly mentioned that it was under examination, while media reports suggest that he may be mentally unstable. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>India's Income Tax Department, during raids on properties linked to Congress' Jharkhand Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu, recovered a whopping sum of approximately ₹290 crore or $34.7 million&nbsp;in cash, following which the raids have been intensified at other locations as well. The cash seizure figure may go further up as counting is still on.</p>

<p>Boudh Distillery Private Limited in the Indian state of Odisha is the location&nbsp;from where the amount was discovered and&nbsp;the counting of notes is still underway, media reports said. As per reports the cash found was in such a huge quantity that some of the counting machines broke down.<br />
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The raids also extended to Sahu's business premises in Jharkhand and West Bengal, including areas in Naxal-affected regions, prompting cautious procedures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also reacted to the ongoing raids and spoke of the commitment to recovering every penny.</p>

<p>“The countrymen should look at the pile of these notes and then listen to the honest 'speeches' of their leaders…Whatever has been looted from the public, every penny will have to be returned, this is Modi's guarantee," PM Modi said in a post on X social media platform by sharing a newspaper article on the raids.</p>

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<p>The Jharkhand unit of the Congress has not been commenting much on the Income Tax raids and the large sums of money which was found by the authorities.</p>

<p>Congress spokesperson Neeraj Sinha reportedly defended Dheeraj Sahu and his business activities claiming that the business has a long history and is not a matter of sudden wealth accumulation like Adani group, the Indian multinational conglomerate that has been&nbsp;often criticised around alleged favouritism.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also reportedly shared that the income tax department had not communicated any information to Sahu.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Bundles of cash stack in almirahs,</strong></h2>

<p>The Income Tax Department reported that over 30 officers are involved in the ongoing cash counting process, with videos of note bundles stacked in almirahs going viral. Around eight machines are being used to count the substantial amount of cash.</p>

<p>Additional locations under scrutiny include Sambalpur and Sundargarh in Odisha, as well as Bokaro and Ranchi in Jharkhand.</p>

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<p>As the raids continues even after three days, the BJP seized the opportunity to target the Congress leadership, accusing them of amassing black money through corrupt practices.</p>

<p>Gaurav Bhatia, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), remarked, "The IT dept has seized more than ₹100 crore in cash from the residence of a Congress MP in Jharkhand. The Congress leaders are filling up their pockets with these black earnings made out of corruption."</p>

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<p>Union Minister Anurag Thakur added to the criticism, stating, "In the raids on Congress MP's premises, more than Rs 220 crores were found in nine almirahs and several rooms at their place and their associate's place...32 employees of banks were also less to count cash. This is the amount of money recovered from one corrupt MP of Congress. Congress is the birthplace of corruption..."</p>

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India's Income Tax Department, during raids on properties linked to Congress' Jharkhand Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu, recovered a whopping sum of approximately ₹290 crore or $34.

India's Income Tax Department, during raids on properties linked to Congress' Jharkhand Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu, recovered a whopping sum of approximately ₹290 crore or $34.7 million in cash, following which the raids have been intensified at other locations as well. The cash seizure figure may go further up as counting is still on. Boudh Distillery Private Limited in the Indian state of Odisha is the location from where the amount was discovered and the counting of notes is still underway, media reports said. As per reports the cash found was in such a huge quantity that some of the counting machines broke down. The raids also extended to Sahu's business premises in Jharkhand and West Bengal, including areas in Naxal-affected regions, prompting cautious procedures. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also reacted to the ongoing raids and spoke of the commitment to recovering every penny. “The countrymen should look at the pile of these notes and then listen to the honest 'speeches' of their leaders…Whatever has been looted from the public, every penny will have to be returned, this is Modi's guarantee," PM Modi said in a post on X social media platform by sharing a newspaper article on the raids. Also Read | India: 13 arrested in ISIS case after NIA raids in Maharashtra, Karnataka The Jharkhand unit of the Congress has not been commenting much on the Income Tax raids and the large sums of money which was found by the authorities. Congress spokesperson Neeraj Sinha reportedly defended Dheeraj Sahu and his business activities claiming that the business has a long history and is not a matter of sudden wealth accumulation like Adani group, the Indian multinational conglomerate that has been often criticised around alleged favouritism. He also reportedly shared that the income tax department had not communicated any information to Sahu. Bundles of cash stack in almirahs, The Income Tax Department reported that over 30 officers are involved in the ongoing cash counting process, with videos of note bundles stacked in almirahs going viral. Around eight machines are being used to count the substantial amount of cash. Additional locations under scrutiny include Sambalpur and Sundargarh in Odisha, as well as Bokaro and Ranchi in Jharkhand. Also Read | PM Modi dominates Global Leader Approval ratings, tops the chart with impressive 76 percent As the raids continues even after three days, the BJP seized the opportunity to target the Congress leadership, accusing them of amassing black money through corrupt practices. Gaurav Bhatia, a leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), remarked, "The IT dept has seized more than ₹100 crore in cash from the residence of a Congress MP in Jharkhand. The Congress leaders are filling up their pockets with these black earnings made out of corruption." Watch | How RBI pause impacts consumers × Union Minister Anurag Thakur added to the criticism, stating, "In the raids on Congress MP's premises, more than Rs 220 crores were found in nine almirahs and several rooms at their place and their associate's place...32 employees of banks were also less to count cash. This is the amount of money recovered from one corrupt MP of Congress. Congress is the birthplace of corruption..." (With inputs from agencies)

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