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International Olympic Committee says Athletes can wear Hijab in Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Olympic: No Restrictions on HIJAB in Paris 2024 Games. [Photo Courtesy:Google/Ashraq-Al-Awsat]

Athletes can wear Hijab in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games athletes' village without limitations, the IOC said on Friday. Days after, France's sports Minister outlawed it for the host Country's athletes. French sports minister Amelie Oudea-Castera noted her country's ban was to support the respect laws of secularism.

However, the IOC has cleared that the limitations will not be implemented for other countries participating in Paris 2024.

"For the Olympic Games, the IOC limitations implemented," stated an IOC spokesperson.

"There are no limitations on wearing the Hijab or any other religious or cultural outfits. The United Nations Human Rights Office has reviewed the decision by France to ban its players from wearing the Hijab.

Indian trio secured gold in women's 25m pistol event in Asian Games 2023

India Continues Its Supremacy As Shooting Trio Secures Gold In Women's 25m Pistol Event
       [Photo Courtesy: Google/Free Press Journal]

Indian trio of Esha Singh, Manu Bhakerand Rhythm Sangwa, fired in tandem to shoot the gold medal in the women's 25 m pistol team game at the Asian Games. Esha, Rhythm and Manu seized a total score of 1759 to end on top of the podium and helped India ag its fourth gold medal in the ongoing Asian Games in Hangzhou. They beat China in a close competition.

The Indian trio finished with 1759 points, three more than their opposition. It also occurred to be India's 16th medal of the ongoing Games. Manu Bhaker, an Indian Olympic sharpshooter, has made her name for herself nationally and internationally. She proved her exceptional abilities at the 2018 ISSF World Cup, bagging two gold medals and becoming the youngest Indian to do so. Her extraordinary victory in the women's 10m air pistol games at the 2018 Commonwealth Games was an additional fringe in her cap, especially as she was only sixteen and it was her debut presence.

Israel-Hamas Conflict sparks,  World Leaders Express Concern and Call for Peace

                          There's Going to Be a Lot of Soul-Searching in Israel When This Is Over.                      [Photo Courtesy: Google/NDTV]

Israel and Hamas have clashed once again, escalating tensions in the region. On 7th October the conflict erupted after a series of rocket attacks were launched from the Gaza Strip into southern Israel, prompting retaliatory airstrikes by the Israeli military. The situation has escalated rapidly, with both sides exchanging airstrikes and rocket fire, causing widespread destruction and casualties. Tragically, this exchange has resulted in civilian casualties on both sides. According to the report 510 Palestinians and more than 800 Israelis lost their lives in this war. The injury tolls stands at more than 5000 on both sides of the conflict. The international community has expressed deep concern over the situation, calling for an immediate ceasefire and a return to negotiations.

The Prime minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu said,  “The Israel Defence Forces will act immediately to destroy Hamas’ capabilities, we will cripple them mercilessly and avenge this black day they have brought upon Israel and its citizens.”

U.S. president Joe Biden supported Israel and said, “ Terrorism is never justified. Israel has a right to defend itself and its people.” He also added, “My Administration’s support for Israel’s security is rock solid and unwavering.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on X , “ Our thoughts and prayers are with the innocent victims and their families. We stand in solidarity with Israel at this difficult hour.” 

Sweden in Crisis: Monthly Fatal Shootings Reach Unprecedented Levels

Sweden violence: 3 killed in overnight shootings and an explosion.[Photo Courtesy: Google/CTV News]

In a disturbing escalation of gang-related violence in Sweden, three individuals lost their lives in separate incidents. An 18-year-old was fatally shot in a Stockholm suburb, followed by another deadly shooting in Jordbro. Tragically, a woman lost her life in an explosion in Uppsala, which is now being treated as a murder investigation. These incidents mark the deadliest month for gun violence in Sweden since 2016, underscoring the severity of the situation.

Authorities suspect a feud between two gangs, centered around control of drugs and weapons, is the root cause of the violence. Three suspects have been detained in connection with the Jordbro shooting, and two in relation to the Uppsala explosion. In response to the crisis, Sweden's government is tightening laws to combat gang-related crime and address this alarming surge in violence.

Iconic actor Michael Gambon, Dumbledore in Harry Potter, passes away at the age of 82

Michael Gambon, actor who played Dumbledore in 'Harry Potter' films, dies at 82.
[Photo Courtesy: Google/Gold Andhra News]

On September 28th,British-Irish actor Sir Michael Gambon, celebrated most for his role of Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter film series, has passed away at the age of 82. His family confirmed his demise, citing pneumonia as the cause. In a statement, his family expressed their devastation: "We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon. Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside." Gambon's illustrious career began on the stage in the early 1960s, encompassing remarkable performances in both TV and film, notably as a psychotic mob leader in 'The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover' (1989) and as King George V in 'The King's Speech' (2010). However, he will forever be cherished for his iconic portrayal of Dumbledore, a role he undertook from the third installment in the series in 2004, following the late Richard Harris.

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Tania Mukherjee

Sudipta Bera

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Priyanka Ghosh