Morning Digest: Troop disengagement completed at Depsang and Demchok in eastern Ladakh; At least 95 people die in devastating flash floods in Spain, and more
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The troops of India and China completed disengagement at Depsang and Demchok in Eastern Ladakh on Wednesday (October 30, 2024), Army sources confirmed. This also marked the completion of disengagement from all the friction points of the stand-off that began in May 2020. Following this, the two sides were likely to exchange sweets at all five Border Personnel Meeting (BPM) points on the account of Deepavali along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
Kannada film star Darshan, who was lodged in Ballari Central Prison in connection with the Chitradurga-based Renukaswamy murder case, was released on bail on Wednesday (October 30, 2024) evening.
With more than 400 bomb hoax threats disrupting international and domestic air travel in India over the past two weeks, New Delhi has reached out to the U.S. government and the Interpol to help investigate the calls.
Flash floods in Spain turned village streets into rivers, ruined homes, disrupted transportation and killed at least 95 people in the worst natural disaster to hit the European nation in recent memory.
Republican Donald Trump went into damage control mode and tried to win over the Latino community on Tuesday (October 29, 2024) after insulting comments about them by a speaker at a signature event of his campaign in New York on Sunday (October 27, 2024) snowballed into a controversy.
With the Maharashtra Assembly election slated for November 20, the central leadership of the Congress and the BJP will focus on holding multiple rallies in the State over the next few days.
Hezbollah’s new leader Naim Qassem on Wednesday (October 30, 2024) said the group would agree to a ceasefire with Israel under acceptable terms, but added that a viable deal has yet to be presented.
Wildfires in Argentina's Chubut province have consumed 12,000 hectares, threatening communities, a power plant, and a school.
Hamas plans to dissolve its Gaza government for a new Palestinian leadership, amid rising post-ceasefire violence and tensions.
Iran protests have resulted in over 500 deaths, amid escalating tensions with the U.S. and threats of retaliation.
U.S. conducts large-scale strikes on ISIS in Syria following a deadly attack, targeting multiple jihadist positions across the region.
Venezuelans await the release of political prisoners as interim President Rodriguez initiates a significant gesture after Maduro's capture.
Peter Mandelson apologizes to Epstein's victims but denies culpability for his own ties to the convicted sex offender.
Activists urge Modi to discuss the return of five-year-old Ariha Shah with German Chancellor Merz during his India visit.
Trump warns Cuba to negotiate with the U.S. amid the loss of Venezuelan oil supply following Maduro's capture.
U.S. Treasury Secretary to urge G7 and allies for urgent action to reduce reliance on China for rare earth minerals.
World Hindi Day in Shanghai united students, teachers, and the Indian diaspora to celebrate the significance of the Hindi language.
Israeli fire kills three Palestinians in Gaza, escalating tensions as violence continues despite a fragile ceasefire.
Trump proposes a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates, facing strong opposition from banks and credit card companies.
Retouched images of Israel's first lady spark an ethics debate over authenticity in official state photography and historical record-keeping.