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US "Deplores" Israeli Attack On UN Training Center In Gaza

More than 25,000 people have been killed in Gaza since war began against Hamas. Washington: The United States was concerned by an Israeli attack on a U.N. training center sheltering displaced people in Gaza's Khan Younis on Wednesday, Deputy State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel said, repeating Washington's calls for protection of civilians, humanitarian workers and aid facilities. "We deplore today's attack on the U.N.'s Khan Younis training center," Patel told a news briefing, calling it "incredibly concerning." The Director of UNRWA Affairs in Gaza said that nine Palestinians were killed and 75 were injured when two tank rounds hit the building that was sheltering around 800 people in the southern Gaza Strip. "Civilians must be protected, and the protected nature of UN facilities must be respected, and humanitarian workers must be protected so that they can continue providing civilians with the life-saving humanitarian assistance...

Turkish Parliament Approves Sweden's Bid To Join NATO

Turkey's parliament on Tuesday ratified Sweden's NATO membership after months of deadlock. Ankara: Turkey's parliament on Tuesday ratified Sweden's NATO membership after more than a year of delays that upset Western efforts to show resolve in the face of Russia's war on Ukraine. Lawmakers voted 287-55 in favour of the Nordic nation's bid to become the 32nd member of the US-led alliance, leaving NATO member Hungary as the last holdout in the accession process. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Adblock test (Why?) from NDTV News- Special https://ift.tt/AmOPbHq https://ift.tt/hkDn8gW via IFTTT

Pran Pratishtha Stitched Wound Inflicted During Babur's Era: Amit Shah

PM Modi did remarkable work by performing 'Pran Pratishtha' at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Amit Shah said. Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the consecration ceremony at the newly-built Ram temple in Ayodhya "stitched a deep wound" inflicted during the era of Mughal ruler Babur nearly 500 years ago. He was speaking at the 'Punah Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at the newly-renovated Ramji temple in Ranip area. "Prime Minister Narendra Modi did remarkable work by performing 'Pran Pratishtha' at the Ram temple in Ayodhya. Devotees of Lord Ram across the world have been waiting for this moment for the last 500 years. They have been asking when Lord Ram will be shifted to a grand temple from that tent. This event has now stitched that deep wound which we got in our heart during Babur's era," said Mr Shah in his speech. Previous governments prior to 2014 were afraid of respecting the country's culture, religion and ...

"Can Be A Very Good Left-Arm Pacer...": Amir Weighs In On India Star

Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir believes that the emergence of Arshdeep Singh could bring an end to India's prolonged search for a reliable left-arm pacer. The Indian selectors have tried out several left-arm pacers over the years. But the lack of a consistent performer has not allowed the team to field a more versatile and well-rounded pace attack. "Arshdeep can be a very good left-arm pacer. India needs one who can consistently bowl at 135-140," Amir said during a virtual media interaction on the sidelines of the International League T20 in Dubai. Amir acknowledged the impressive growth of Indian pacers, particularly Mohammed Siraj. "From last two-three years, the most impressive has been Mohammed Siraj. The way he has improved in white-ball cricket, it's a good sign for Indian cricket. The way (Mohammed) Shami, (Jasprit) Bumrah are performing after injury. "Indian cricket is growing everyday. Their set-up, their leadership, whenever they bring one...

Mob Attacks Hindu Procession In Maharashtra's Thane, Case Filed: Cops

The incident took place on Sunday night on Lodha Road, police said. (Representational) Thane: A mob of 50-60 persons was booked by Mira Bhayander Vasai Virar police in Thane district for allegedly assaulting a man who was part of a procession on the eve of the idol consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, an official said. The incident took place on Sunday night on Lodha Road and as per the complainant the mob armed with iron rods, sticks, bats shouted religious slogans and assaulted him when he was part of a procession comprising three vehicles and 10 two-wheelers, the official said. They vandalised the car with stones and sticks, the man said in his complaint to Naya Nagar police station. "A case of attempt to murder and other offences has been registered against a mob of 50-60 persons. Further probe is underway," the official added. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.) Adblock test (Wh...

Ram Lalla Ornaments Prepared After Extensive Research, Study: Temple Trust

The ornaments have been crafted by Ankur Anand's Lucknow-based Harsahaimal Shiamlal Jewellers. Ayodhya: The ornaments for the Ram Lalla idol consecrated at the grand Ayodhya temple have been prepared after an extensive research and study of texts such as the Adhyatma Ramayana, Valmiki Ramayana, Ramcharitmanas and the Alavandar Stotram, according to the temple trust. The ornaments have been crafted by Ankur Anand's Lucknow-based Harsahaimal Shiamlal Jewellers. "Ram Lalla is adorned in Banarasi fabric, featuring a yellow dhoti and a red pataka/angavastram. These angavastrams are embellished in pure gold 'zari' and threads, featuring auspicious Vaishnav symbols - Shankh, Padma, Chakra, and Mayur," a member of the temple trust said. These garments were created by Delhi-based textile designer Manish Tripathi, who worked from Ayodhya Dham for the project, he said. "The creation of these divine ornaments is based on an extensive research and study follo...

Celebs At Ayodhya: Amitabh Bachchan, Vicky-Katrina Arrive For Temple Event

Celebs at Ayodhya Ram Mandir LIVE: The consecration ceremony will begin after noon. Film stars and Bollywood celebrities, invited for the grand consecration ceremony at the newly-constructed Ram Temple in Ayodhya, have started arriving in the temple town. Actors Amitabh Bachchan, Anupam Kher, Randeep Hooda and Madhuri Dixit were seen at the Mumbai and Chennai airport ahead of their flights to Ayodhya. Amitabh Bachchan #WATCH | Mumbai: Superstar Amitabh Bachchan leaves for Ayodhya. Pran Pratishtha ceremony of Ayodhya's Ram Temple will take place today. pic.twitter.com/pOecsD92XQ — ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2024 Dressed in a white kurta-pajama, megastar Amitabh Bachchan was spotted in a car outside the Mumbai airport on Monday morning before he left for Ayodhya. Sachin Tendulkar Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar waved at photographers as he left Mumbai for Ayodhya. The cricket legend was among the several VIPs invited for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at the Ram Temple. #W...