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Former Prime Minister and senior Congress leader Manmohan Singh passes away at 92 The 92-year-old leader was brought to the emergency department of AIIMS Delhi in a critical condition on Thursday evening. The reason for his hospitalisation was not immediately known Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday at the age of 92. The senior Congress leader had been admitted to AIIMS Delhi in a critical condition on Thursday evening after his health deteriorated. Singh retired from the Rajya Sabha earlier this year — ending a 33 year stint within the Upper House of Parliament.  Sources told Mint that the senior Congress leader had breathed his last at the hospital on Thursday evening. Priyanka Gandhi and other leaders from across party lines have also arrived at AIIMS Delhi earlier in the evening. AIIMS Delhi also shared a statement indicating that the former politician had passed away amid treatment for “age-related medical conditions” on Thursday night.  "He was ...

 Here are the latest trending news stories from Germany: 1. Car Attack at Magdeburg Christmas Market A tragic incident occurred in Magdeburg, Germany, where a car drove into a crowded Christmas market, resulting in at least two deaths, including a child, and approximately 70 injuries, with 15 critically wounded. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian man residing in Germany since 2006, was arrested at the scene. Authorities are investigating the motive, and the incident has raised security concerns ahead of the upcoming German elections.  2. Elon Musk's Support for AfD Sparks Controversy Elon Musk has endorsed the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, claiming it is the only party capable of "saving" Germany amidst economic challenges. This statement has stirred significant controversy, with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz rebuffing Musk's assertion and emphasizing the importance of democratic values. The AfD, known for its extreme right-wing views, is projec...

 कनाडा ने विदेशी वर्कर्स के लिए एक नया PR (Permanent Residency) प्रोग्राम शुरू किया है, जो उन लोगों को परमानेंट रेजिडेंसी प्रदान करेगा, जो 7 निर्धारित शर्तों को पूरा करते हैं। इस प्रोग्राम का उद्देश्य कनाडा में कार्यबल की कमी को पूरा करना और विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में काम करने वाले योग्य वर्कर्स को स्थायी निवास देने का है। यहां 7 शर्तों का विवरण है: 1. कनाडा में रोजगार अनुभव: उम्मीदवार को कनाडा में कम से कम एक साल का फुल-टाइम रोजगार अनुभव होना चाहिए। 2. कुशल श्रेणी में काम: उम्मीदवार का काम कनाडा के NOC (National Occupational Classification) सिस्टम के अनुसार उच्च श्रेणी का होना चाहिए। 3. भाषा ज्ञान: उम्मीदवार को इंग्लिश या फ्रेंच में एक निर्धारित स्तर का भाषा कौशल होना चाहिए। 4. स्वास्थ्य और सुरक्षा जांच: उम्मीदवार को कनाडा के स्वास्थ्य और सुरक्षा मानकों पर खरा उतरना होगा। 5. आवश्यकता के अनुसार शिक्षा: उम्मीदवार को एक मान्यता प्राप्त शैक्षिक योग्यता प्राप्त होनी चाहिए, जो कनाडा में कार्य करने के लिए जरूरी हो। 6. आर्थिक स्थिरता: उम्मीदवार को यह साबित करना होगा कि वह कनाडा में स्थायी रूप ...

 The Notre Dame Fighting Irish are set to host the Indiana Hoosiers in the first round of the 2024 College Football Playoff. The game is scheduled for today, December 20, 2024, at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana, with kickoff at 8:00 p.m. ET.  Team Overviews: Notre Dame Fighting Irish: Entering the playoff as the seventh seed, Notre Dame boasts an 11-1 record and is currently on a 10-game winning streak. They have been strong at home, with a 5-1 record at Notre Dame Stadium this season.  Indiana Hoosiers: The Hoosiers, seeded tenth, also hold an 11-1 record, having tied for second in the Big Ten with an 8-1 conference mark. They have performed well on the road, achieving a 3-1 away record this season.  Broadcast Information: Television: The game will be broadcast live on ABC and ESPN. Commentary will be provided by Sean McDonough (play-by-play) and Greg McElroy (analyst).  Streaming: Viewers can stream the game through the ESPN app or other streaming s...

 On December 20, 2024, a tragic incident occurred at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, where a vehicle was driven into a crowd, resulting in at least two fatalities, including a child, and injuring dozens. The driver, identified as a 50-year-old Saudi Arabian doctor residing in Germany since 2006, was arrested at the scene. Authorities are treating the event as a terrorist attack, though the suspect was not previously known for extremist affiliations.  The attack took place around 7:09 PM local time, with the vehicle reportedly breaching protective barriers and traveling approximately 400 meters through the market area. Among the injured, 15 individuals sustained serious injuries, while others suffered moderate to minor wounds. Emergency services responded promptly, and the area was cordoned off amid concerns of potential explosives in the vehicle.  This incident has evoked memories of the 2016 Berlin Christmas market attack and has led to increased security measu...

 The Florida Gators and the Tulane Green Wave are set to face each other in the 2024 Gasparilla Bowl on December 20, 2024, at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. The game is scheduled to kick off at 3:30 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on ESPN2.  Team Overviews: Florida Gators: Under head coach Billy Napier, the Gators finished the regular season with a 7-5 record, including a 4-4 mark in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). They secured bowl eligibility by winning their final three games, notably a 31-11 victory over archrival Florida State on November 30. Freshman quarterback DJ Lagway has emerged as a key player for Florida.  Tulane Green Wave: Led by head coach Jon Sumrall, Tulane posted a 9-4 overall record and a 7-1 record in the American Athletic Conference (AAC). They advanced to the AAC Championship Game but fell to Army, 35-14, on December 6. The Green Wave have experienced a quarterback change, with backup Ty Thompson stepping in after Darian Mensah's commitm...

 Rey Misterio Sr., a legendary figure in professional wrestling and uncle to WWE superstar Rey Mysterio, passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 66.  Born Miguel Ángel López Días in Tijuana, Mexico, in 1955, Misterio Sr. began his wrestling career in 1976 after initially training as a boxer. He became a prominent figure in lucha libre, the Mexican style of professional wrestling, and was instrumental in training and mentoring numerous wrestlers, including his nephew, Rey Mysterio.  His passing comes shortly after another family tragedy—the death of Rey Mysterio's father, Robert Gutierrez, aged 76. Rey Mysterio, who continues to compete in WWE, recently paid tribute to his father, expressing gratitude for his guidance and strong family values.  The wrestling community has expressed deep condolences, with Mexican wrestling organization Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide announcing Misterio Sr.'s death on social media and honoring his legacy.  Rey Misterio Sr.'s con...