World News Brief: 23 March 2024 – 2024-03-25 00:43:48

Numerous events are happening around us every day. A few things may come up in the discussion. However, several things become important in terms of time and circumstances. If you don’t know them, you have to fall back in many cases. For this reason, there are some important news for the readers of Jago News from various events happening in different parts of the world.

India extends ban on onion exports indefinitely

India extends ban on onion exports indefinitely. The government of the country has taken this decision ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. It is believed that the price of onion may increase in many countries of the world due to this decision of Delhi. Last December, the Indian government imposed a ban on onion exports to control domestic prices. The ban was supposed to expire on March 31.

The death toll in Moscow rises to 133, the world condemns the attack

The death toll from the deadly attack on a concert near Moscow has risen to 133. The Islamic State Khorasan (ISI-K), an affiliate of IS, claimed responsibility for Friday’s (March 22) attack. The whole world condemned such a barbaric incident. Global organizations like the United Nations, European Union, and countries like the United States, United Kingdom, and Saudi Arabia have demanded condolences for the victims and bringing the culprits to justice.

Putin opened his mouth about the attack in Moscow, assured to take strict measures

President Vladimir Putin has opened up about the attack on a concert hall in the capital of Russia, Moscow. In a televised address, he said that strict action will be taken against those involved in this barbaric terrorist attack. Moreover, he declared national mourning across the country on Sunday (March 24) in this incident.

Ukraine had links to Moscow attackers: Russia

Russian state news agencies said the perpetrators wanted to cross the Russia-Ukraine border after carrying out the attack and had good contacts with Ukraine. Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) said 11 suspects involved in the attack had been detained before this information was released. The FSB claimed that 4 of those arrested were directly involved in the attack.

Who are IS-Khorasan, why did they attack Russia?

The Afghan branch of the militant group IS is ISIS-K or Islamic State-Khorasan. They mainly carry out terrorist activities in Iran, Turkmenistan and Afghanistan. Islamic State-Khorasan has a reputation for attacking mosques and other structures inside and outside of Afghanistan. In September 2022, the group carried out a suicide attack on the Russian Embassy in Kabul. 2021 attack on Kabul International Airport kills 13 US soldiers. ISIS also claimed responsibility for the attack.

Taiwan declares TikTok a threat to national security

Taiwan has declared the popular Chinese app TikTok a ‘major threat’ to national security. The announcement was made by the island’s Minister of Digital Relations, Audrey Tang. He said that TikTok’s relationship with foreign parties is consistent with the United States’ perspective. The US also considers the Chinese app a threat to national security.

Poisonous liquor death toll rises to 21 in Punjab

Death toll rises to 21 in India’s Punjab poisoning A few others are still hospitalized. It is known that the condition of some of them is critical. As a result, the death toll may increase. Last Wednesday, more than 40 people fell ill after drinking poisonous liquor in Sangrur, Punjab. After this incident there was tension. Local residents complained that illegal liquor business was flourishing in the area for a long time. Local residents also took initiatives to stop this business. But not very fruitful.

7,000 relief trucks waiting to enter Gaza

At least 7,000 trucks are waiting in North Sinai to deliver aid to Gaza. On Saturday (23 March), the governor of North Sinai, Mohamed Shousha, gave this information. He said the aid trucks were stuck due to Israel’s inspection process. Meanwhile, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres is going to Egypt, which borders Gaza. Shausha will be there with him.

Israel has killed more than 32 thousand Palestinians in Gaza

The rampage of the Israeli forces in Gaza seems to have become more terrible. Israeli soldiers have already killed more than 32,000 Palestinians there, most of them women and children. Earlier, the United States proposed a draft cease-fire in Gaza to the UN Security Council. But the proposal was not passed due to the vetoes of Russia and China.

Kolkata’s Nakhoda Masjid-Zakaria Street is bustling with bahari food at low prices

Kolkata’s Nakhoda Mosque and Zakaria Street become crowded during the month of Ramadan. Various types of food are available here at low cost. Apart from residents of Kolkata, Nakhoda Mosque and Zakiriya Street are also among the favorite destinations for foreign tourists. Before iftar, the rows of food stalls lined up on both sides of Zakiriyah Street began to gather.

SAH/JIM