Morning Digest | Decennial census exercise postponed till September; Centre declares The Resistance Front a terrorist organisation, and more
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Decennial census exercise postponed till September
The decennial census exercise has been postponed till September, at least, as the government informed States that the date of freezing of administrative boundaries has been extended till June 30.
Centre declares The Resistance Front a terrorist organisation
The Home Ministry has declared The Resistance Front (TRF), a front of the Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), as a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). A gazette notification said the TRF came into existence in 2019 as a proxy outfit of the LeT, a proscribed terrorist organisation.
Earthquake of 5.9 magnitude jolts Afghanistan; tremors felt in Delhi
An earthquake of 5.9 magnitude jolted Afghanistan on Thursday and strong tremors were felt in Delhi and surrounding areas. There was no immediate report of any injury to anyone or damage to any property.
Putin orders Orthodox Christmas ceasefire in Ukraine on January 6, 7: Kremlin
Vice President Harris criticizes Trump and DeSantis for spreading misinformation about Hurricane Helene relief efforts, urging people to apply for aid.
Record U.S. military aid to Israel amid escalating conflict in West Asia, totaling $17.9 billion, detailed in new report.
Ferocious wildfires in North Dakota leave one dead, over 100 evacuated, with dry conditions expected to persist.
Israel PM Netanyahu vows to bring back hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza, marking anniversary of Hamas attack.
Iran's Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani confirmed in "good health" after being out of contact post-Beirut strikes.
Tragic Israeli strike kills 10 firefighters in Lebanon, with more casualties feared as rescue efforts continue.
President Biden and VP Harris condemn Hamas attack on Israel, push for peace amid US election tensions.
Israel-Hamas war: Hamas attack on Israel leads to devastating military campaign, leaving thousands dead and displaced, with ongoing tensions. Read the timeline of the major events since October 7.
Turkish President Erdogan vows Israel will pay for Gaza "genocide," criticizes international system, supports Hamas.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints new Chief of Staff amid high-profile resignation and government shake-up.
Palestinian militants fire rockets into Israel on anniversary of attack, Israeli military responds with airstrikes and artillery.