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Today marks a year after the Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel, triggering the year-long Israeli onslaught on the Gaza Strip. After nearly 1,200 people were killed during the October 7 attacks, Israel vowed to destroy Hamas. Relentless bombing in Gaza and military campaigns continue in the strip of land even after a year. The death count there has crossed 41,000, according to Gaza Health Ministry, while the United Nations estimates that nearly all of its 2.4 million population is eventually displaced. In Lebanon, which later joined the war against Israel in support of the Palestinians, over 2,000 people have been killed.  Here are the Live Updates on the First Anniversary of Gaza War:

The Maldives will not act to undermine India’s security and views New Delhi as a “valued partner and friend”, with cooperation in several fields – including defence – will “always be a priority”, President Mohamed Muizzu said Sunday as he arrived in the national capital for his first bilateral visit. Mr Muizzu – seen by some as a ‘pro-China’ leader who ran his election campaign on an ‘India Out’ platform – told a national English daily Maldives’ relationship with India is “built on respect and shared interests” and that Delhi has been, and is, one of his country’s largest trade and development partners. The Maldives leader is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi later… Read More »“Won’t Do Anything To Undermine Security Of India”: Maldives President

<p>Israel launched strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip on Sunday, ahead of the one-year anniversary of the October 7 attacks that sparked the war.&nbsp;</p> <p>At least 12 people were killed, including several children, as a result of two Israeli air raids on towns south of Beirut, reported AlJazeera citing Lebanon’s health ministry.&nbsp;</p> <p>Large fireballs lit the skyline and booms reverberated across Beirut.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Israeli military said its fighter jets struck targets in the Lebanese capital belonging to Hezbollah’s Intelligence Headquarters and weapons storage facilities, reported Reuters. It also said that the strikes targeted Hezbollah in southern Lebanon and the Beqaa area.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hezbollah also launched rockers late on Sunday on Haifa, Israel’s… Read More »Israel Launches Fresh Attacks On Lebanon, Gaza As October 7 Attacks Complete 1 Year

The Indian cricket team continues its terrific form in the T20I format. It defeated Bangladesh by 7 wickets in the first T20I of the three-match series on Sunday. The result helped India extend their consecutive victories in the format to eight. The Suryakumar Yadav-led side dominated the match against Bangladesh at New Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium, Gwalior since the very beginning. On the other hand, hosts Bangladesh struggled to get going. India captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and opted to bowl against Bangladesh. The host bowlers proved his decision right by putting up a brilliant combined show. India bowled out Bangladesh for 127 runs in 19.5 overs. The performance helped India equal Pakistan’s world… Read More »Suryakumar-Led India Equal Pakistan’s World Record With Win vs Bangladesh

During India’s six-wicket win over Pakistan in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup, captain Harmanpreet Kaur retired hurt on 29 after losing her balance and injuring her neck just before the game ended leaving many worried. Vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who stood in for Harmanpreet in the post-match presentation ceremony, said the medical team is looking into the Indian skipper’s neck injury. “Too soon to say anything, the medics are looking at it. Hopefully she is alright,” said Smriti. After restricting Pakistan to 105/8, thanks to Arundhati Reddy’s career-best spell of 3-19, India were expected to complete the chase in a jiffy, with an eye to boost their net run rate, which took a severe hit… Read More »On Harmanpreet Kaur’s Neck Injury, Smriti Mandhana Issues Update