Here are some of the top headlines from today, January 7, 2024:
Asia Pacific:
- Woman in 90s pulled alive from rubble five days after Japan earthquake. A woman in her 90s has been pulled alive from the rubble of her home in Kumamoto, Japan, five days after a powerful earthquake struck the region. The woman, identified only as Ms. Tanaka, was found by rescue workers who were searching through the debris of her collapsed house. She is being treated for injuries but is said to be in good condition.
Woman in 90s pulled alive from rubble five days after Japan earthquake
- North Korea vows military strike if any provocation, fires artillery rounds. North Korea has vowed to launch a military strike if there is any provocation from the United States or South Korea. The warning came after the South Korean military conducted a series of live-fire exercises near the border with North Korea. North Korea also fired several rounds of artillery into the sea off its east coast.
Europe:
- ‘The mood is heating up’: Germany fears strikes will play into hands of far right. Germany is on edge as a wave of strikes by public sector workers threatens to cripple the country. The strikes, which are in protest over low wages and poor working conditions, have already caused widespread disruption to transportation and other services. The government is urging the unions to call off the strikes, but they are refusing to back down. The strikes are playing into the hands of the far-right, which is using them to whip up anti-immigrant and anti-government sentiment.
Strikes in Germany
- Russia-Ukraine war: Russia on course to have lost 500,000 troops by end of 2024, says UK – as it happened. The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence has said that Russia is on course to have lost 500,000 troops by the end of 2024. The ministry said that the losses are due to a combination of factors, including heavy fighting, poor morale, and inadequate training. The Ukrainian military has also inflicted heavy losses on Russian forces.
Middle East:
- Gaza conflict runs risk of metastasizing, Blinken warns. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that the conflict in Gaza is at risk of “metastasizing” into a wider regional war. Blinken made the comments during a visit to Israel, where he met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials. He urged both sides to de-escalate the situation and to work towards a ceasefire.
Gaza conflict
- Israeli police kill Palestinian girl during response to ramming attack. Israeli police have killed a 16-year-old Palestinian girl during a response to a ramming attack in the West Bank. The girl, identified as Jana Zakarneh, was shot dead by police after she rammed her car into a group of Israeli soldiers. The soldiers were not injured in the attack.
Africa:
- Five Senegalese commandos missing after suspected drug-smuggling boat sinks. Five Senegalese commandos are missing after their boat sank off the coast of Gambia. The boat is believed to have been carrying a large quantity of cocaine. The Senegalese navy is searching for the missing commandos, but there is no sign of them yet.
Americas:
- Alaska Airlines grounds all Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners for maintenance after blowout. Alaska Airlines has grounded all of its Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners after one of the planes experienced a mid-air blowout. The blowout caused a hole to form in the fuselage of the plane, but the pilots were able to land the plane safely. No one was injured in the incident.
Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliner
- Tyre Nichols’ family to gather for vigil 1 year after police brutally beat him. The family of Tyre Nichols, a black man who was beaten to death by police in Memphis, Tennessee, one year ago, will hold a vigil in his memory tonight. Nichols’ death sparked nationwide protests against police brutality.
I hope this gives you a good overview of some of the top news stories from around the world. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Top News from India – January 7, 2024 (Sunday)
Politics & Diplomacy:
- Maldives row: After facing backlash for anti-India remarks, three Maldivian ministers have been suspended. The Maldives government has distanced itself from the remarks and assured India of strong ties.
- Lok Sabha elections: Congress party announces 475 coordinators for upcoming Lok Sabha elections, signaling early preparation for the crucial contest.
- Opposition protest: 49 MPs suspended from Parliament today, adding to the ongoing tensions between the government and opposition.
National Affairs:
- Ram temple opening: Preparations in full swing for the highly anticipated opening of the Ram temple in Ayodhya later this year. Symbolic messages and subtle messaging are evident in the city.
- Covid-19: 774 fresh Covid cases reported in India, a slight increase from recent days. Concerns remain about potential new variants.
- Weather: IMD predicts rain and a slight rise in maximum temperature across some parts of the country.
Other Important News:
- Uttarakhand murder: Kin of the victim in Uttarakhand alleges a BJP leader as ‘VIP guest’ involved, sparking controversy.
- Indian Navy operation: Successful operation to rescue sailors from a hijacked ship off the coast of Gujarat.
- ISRO tests fuel cell: Potential breakthrough for future space missions with a successful test of fuel cell technology by ISRO.
Regional News:
- Tamil Nadu: Intense rainfall and landslides continue to wreak havoc in parts of Tamil Nadu, causing floods and property damage.
- West Bengal: ED raids and political tensions dominate headlines in West Bengal.
Entertainment and Sports:
- Virat Kohli returns: Rohit Sharma named T20I captain with Virat Kohli back in the squad for upcoming series against Afghanistan.
- K-Pop elimination: Aoora, the K-Pop sensation, gets eliminated from Bigg Boss 17.
