Wed Dec 04 05:28:26 UTC 2024: ## ISRO to Launch PROBA-3 Mission Satellites Today; Other News in Brief

**Sriharikota, India:** The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch the PROBA-3 mission satellites from Sriharikota today. This is a significant event for the Indian space program.

**Mumbai Traffic Alert:** South Mumbai will experience traffic diversions on December 5th due to the swearing-in ceremony of the new Maha Vikas Aghadi government. Motorists are advised to plan their routes accordingly.

**South Africa vs. Sri Lanka Test Series:** Head-to-head statistics and top performers from the South Africa vs. Sri Lanka Test series are available. Details on the highest run-scorers and wicket-takers can be found [link to source, if available].

**Bangladesh Triumphs in West Indies:** Bangladesh achieved a resounding 101-run victory over the West Indies in the second Test match, their first win in the Caribbean in 15 years. This win moves them up the World Test Championship points table, surpassing West Indies. India, however, remains at the top of the table. While Bangladesh’s win improves their standing, it doesn’t significantly impact India’s chances in the WTC, which still hinge on their upcoming series against Australia. India needs at least two more wins in that series to secure a spot in the final.

**Other News:**

* **Raid 2 Release Date Announced:** The release date for the sequel to Ajay Devgn’s “Raid” has been announced.
* **Maharashtra Education Changes:** Maharashtra state government has decided that admissions for classes 1-4 will be conducted after class 9 admissions.
* **Vehicle Number Plate Reservation:** An online facility is now available for reserving preferred vehicle registration numbers.
* **Python Rescue:** A large python was rescued from the premises of a Mahim police station in Mumbai.
* **Death Threat to PM Modi:** Mumbai Police’s traffic branch received a phone call from a mentally unstable woman containing a death threat against Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
* **Devendra Fadnavis Appointed BJP Legislature Party Leader:** Devendra Fadnavis has been appointed as the BJP Legislature Party Leader.

This is a brief overview; more details are available in the original source.

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