Tue Dec 03 03:11:18 UTC 2024: **India News Roundup: Maharashtra CM Swearing-in, Odisha Police Admit Cards, and More**
NEW DELHI, December 2, 2024 – India’s news landscape is buzzing with a variety of significant developments. The political scene is dominated by the upcoming swearing-in ceremony for Maharashtra’s new Chief Minister, expected to be a grand affair with 22 state chief ministers in attendance. The BJP’s choice of candidate remains a subject of speculation, with Devendra Fadnavis’s name prominently mentioned.
In other political news, concerns are rising regarding the treatment of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, while in Pakistan, a ceasefire agreement has been reached between tribal groups in Kurram district. The ongoing political maneuvering in Maharashtra has Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reportedly upset with the BJP’s handling of the situation.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi’s recent viewing of the film “The Sabarmati Report” has generated emotional responses. India is also planning to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets and three Scorpius submarines amid rising tensions with China and Pakistan.
On a different note, the Odisha State Selection Board (SSB) has released admit cards for the Odisha Police Constable recruitment examination, scheduled for December 2nd. The exam will feature negative marking (0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer).
Other news includes:
* **Sports:** India’s U19 cricket team secured a resounding victory against Japan in the Asia Cup. Virat Kohli is nearing a record previously held by Sachin Tendulkar.
* **Entertainment:** The deaths of several celebrities in 2024 are mourned, while the viral success of a video featuring Bhojpuri actress Akshara Singh is noted.
* **Economy:** Gold prices have fallen below ₹80,000, while property prices in certain Indian cities have increased by as much as 32% in the past year. The stock market saw a surge on the first trading day of the week. The windfall tax on domestic crude oil and fuel exports has been removed.
* **Other:** A detailed report on the various incidents including a bomb blast in Pakistan, internet slowdown in the country, and the withdrawal of the “Fakhr-e-Qawm” award from Prakash Singh Badal is included.
This is a brief summary of the day’s major news stories. Further details on each event can be found in separate reports.
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