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Kerala Chief Minister warns IUML against aligning with communal forces, criticizes Congress and BJP strategies on minority rights.: Kerala Chief Minister accused the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) of aligning with communal forces such as Jamaat-e-Islami and the SDPI, warning that this could lead to its downfall. He emphasized protecting minority rights without succumbing to communalism and criticized both the Congress and BJP for their political strategies. He questioned Congress's commitment to fighting communalism, noting some leaders' affiliations with the BJP. The Chief Minister also criticized the BJP-led central government for policies that fuel communal tensions and claimed that his government is pursuing alternative liberalisation policies in Kerala. http://dlvr.it/TH8crG #KeralaPolitics #Communalism #MinorityRights #PoliticalStrategy

Pakistani Foreign Minister to Visit Bangladesh in February, Aiming to Boost Economic Ties and Address Historical Issues.: The Pakistani Foreign Minister plans to visit Bangladesh in early February, marking the first such visit since 2012. This follows a meeting between the leaders of both countries at the D-8 Summit in Cairo. The visit aims to strengthen economic and trade ties, especially after the ousting of Bangladesh's previous government. Recent developments include the docking of direct cargo vessels from Karachi to Chittagong and the resumption of direct flights. However, Bangladesh has urged Pakistan to address historical issues from 1971 to improve bilateral relations. The visit is seen as a significant step in warming ties between the two nations. http://dlvr.it/TH8cr8 #Pakistan #Bangladesh #Diplomacy #TradeRelations #BilateralTalks

India and Iran Strengthen Ties: Chabahar Port Development, Trade, and Oil Procurement Resumption Discussed.: India and Iran conducted a comprehensive review of their bilateral relations, focusing on the joint development of the Chabahar Port, trade, and economic engagement. At the 19th India-Iran Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi, discussions included resuming Iranian crude oil procurement, which India halted in 2019 due to U.S. sanctions. The talks, led by senior officials from both nations, also covered cooperation in agriculture, tourism, and regional issues such as Afghanistan. Both sides emphasized the importance of Chabahar Port for regional connectivity and reiterated their commitment to collaborate in multilateral forums like the UN and BRICS. http://dlvr.it/TH8bjQ #IndiaIran #ChabaharPort #TradeRelations #OilProcurement

TMI Updates - Newsletter dated: January 4, 2025 http://dlvr.it/TH8bjN #DailyUpdates #Tax

Odisha Launches New Flight Routes Connecting Major Cities to Boost Tourism and Economic Growth.: New flight services have been launched from Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar and Veer Surendra Sai Airport in Jharsuguda under Odisha's New Destination Policy 2024. Flights from Bhubaneswar now connect to Jaipur, Kochi, Lucknow, and Patna, while Jharsuguda offers services to Hyderabad, Raipur, and Lucknow. Operated by Air India Express and Star Air, these services aim to enhance connectivity and foster economic and cultural exchanges. Air India Express now operates 104 weekly flights from Bhubaneswar. Additionally, an aircraft featuring an Ikat livery was unveiled to honor Odisha's textile heritage. The expansion is expected to boost tourism and economic development. http://dlvr.it/TH8b9T #Odisha #Aviation #Tourism #EconomicGrowth #Connectivity

New Draft Rules Require Parental Consent for Children's Data on Social Media; Government ID to Verify Parents' Identity.: The newly released draft of the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules mandates that social media and online platforms obtain verifiable parental consent before processing children's data. Parents' identity and age must be validated through government-issued proof. Data fiduciaries, including e-commerce, social media, and gaming platforms, are required to adopt measures ensuring parental consent and retain data only for the consented duration. The draft rules, open for public consultation, aim to guide compliance but lack detailed penalties for breaches. Businesses may face challenges in managing consent, necessitating changes in data management practices and technical infrastructure. http://dlvr.it/TH8b9K #DataPrivacy #ChildSafety #ParentalConsent #DigitalProtection

Court Grants ED 4 Weeks to Respond to Ex-Deputy Commissioner's Detention Challenge in Army Land Fraud Case.: The Jharkhand High Court has granted the Enforcement Directorate (ED) four weeks to respond to a petition by a former Deputy Commissioner challenging his detention. The official, arrested in May last year, is accused of involvement in the fraudulent sale of army land in Ranchi and money laundering. His bail plea was previously dismissed by the Supreme Court. The ED has provisionally attached land parcels worth Rs 161.64 crore, alleging a conspiracy involving illegal land ownership changes in Jharkhand. The case involves 14 arrests, including other accused individuals linked to the land mafia. http://dlvr.it/TH8YtH #LegalUpdate #MoneyLaundering #FraudCase #LandMafia

Farmers Criticize New Agri Policy as Threat to State Rights and Farmer Interests; Plan Protests Against Deregulation.: The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) criticized the draft National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing (NPFAM) as being more harmful than the repealed farm laws. SKM claims the policy threatens state rights and farmers' interests by lacking provisions for minimum support price (MSP) and minimum wages. They plan mass protests to oppose it. Punjab's Chief Minister accused the central government of reintroducing repealed laws. SKM highlighted the policy's potential to undermine state control over agriculture and facilitate corporate dominance through deregulation and advanced technologies. They praised Punjab's government for rejecting the NPFAM. http://dlvr.it/TH8Xwr #FarmersRights #AgriPolicy #Protests #StateControl

Mob Attacks Police Office in Manipur Amid Ethnic Tensions; Injuries and Blockades Follow in Kangpokpi District.: In Manipur's Kangpokpi district, the Superintendent of Police was injured when a mob attacked his office, protesting the continued presence of central forces in Saibol village. The violence was sparked by alleged police actions against women protesters on December 31. The mob hurled stones, damaging vehicles and injuring several people, including police personnel. The Committee on Tribal Unity imposed an economic blockade on National Highway 2 and observed a district shutdown. The unrest is part of ongoing ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has resulted in over 250 deaths and thousands displaced since May 2023. http://dlvr.it/TH8Xwg #ManipurCrisis #EthnicViolence #Kangpokpi #ProtestClash #IndiaUnrest

Mob Attacks Police Office in Manipur Over Handling of Force Deployment, Triggering Unrest and Economic Blockades.: A mob attacked the office of the Superintendent of Police in Manipur's Kangpokpi district due to dissatisfaction with the officer's handling of central force deployments in Saibol village. The clash, which injured several including the SP, stemmed from protests against alleged excessive force used on women by security personnel. The attackers damaged vehicles and threw projectiles at the office. Additional forces were dispatched to control the situation. This unrest follows operations conducted in response to earlier violence between groups and has led to economic blockades and shutdowns by local tribal organizations. Ethnic violence in the region has resulted in significant casualties and displacement. http://dlvr.it/TH8WkS #Manipur #PoliceProtests #EthnicViolence #PublicUnrest #LawAndOrder