Morning News Brief – ₹ 244 crore seized in 15 days in Rajasthan: Gaza said – 5700 deaths in Israeli attack, half of them children; WhatsApp stopped in 18 smartphones

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Yesterday’s big news was related to Rajasthan, where Rs 244 crore in cash and liquor, drugs and gold and silver worth crores were seized in 15 days. There was news of Israel-Hamas war, in which more than 7 thousand people have been killed. We will also tell you which smartphones will no longer run WhatsApp.

But before tomorrow’s big news, today’s major events will be worth keeping an eye on…

Now tomorrow’s big news…

1. ₹244 crore cash recovered in Rajasthan in 15 days; New record of seizure of liquor, drugs, gold and silver

Rs 322 crore were recovered in Rajasthan in the year 2021 and Rs 347 crore in 2022. More than Rs 1,021 crore have been recovered in the state in the year 2023.

Before the assembly elections in Rajasthan, agencies have seized cash worth Rs 244 crore. This recovery took place in 15 days. Officers said that police, income tax and enforcement agencies have created a new record of seizure of cash, liquor, drugs, gold and silver. More than Rs 1,021 crore have been recovered in the state in 2023. This seizure is three times that of last year.

Why is this news important: There are elections in the state on November 25. The Election Commission has been working closely with all the agencies since the month of June. Since then Rs 648 crore in cash and other items have been seized. Police, Income Tax Department and other agencies seized cash worth Rs 39.30 crore. Apart from this, more than 10.60 lakh liters of illicit liquor worth Rs 20.12 crore was also seized.
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2. Congress may change 5 candidates in Madhya Pradesh; Candidates protest on 47 seats
According to Congress sources, the party may change 5 candidates in Madhya Pradesh. Candidates of Pipariya, Amla, Sumavali, Shujalpur and Javra can be changed. Candidates are opposing a total of 47 assembly seats in the state. Regarding this, angry workers demonstrated at Kamal Nath’s bungalow in Bhopal. These workers are demanding change of candidate.

Why is this news important: There are elections in Madhya Pradesh on 17th November. Nomination has started from October 21, which will continue till October 30. Congress leaders from Sumawali (Morena), Dharampuri (Dhar), Bhopal North, Gwalior Rural and Banda have announced to contest elections against the party. In such a situation, Congress can make changes in the ticket to avoid rebellion.
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3. 5700 deaths in Israeli attack, half of them children; 6 hospitals closed due to fuel shortage in Gaza

The picture is of Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza City, where injured children are being treated.

Gaza’s Health Ministry said that more than 5,700 people have been killed in Israeli air strikes since October 7, about half of them children. More than 1,400 Israeli citizens have died in the Hamas attack. The World Health Organization has said that due to lack of fuel, 6 hospitals in Gaza had to be closed.

On the other hand, the Israeli Army has dropped some leaflets in Gaza. It is written on these leaflets – If you want a better future for yourself and your children, then give us information about the hostage people.

Why is this news important: According to WHO, thousands of people are on dialysis in Gaza hospitals, including 130 premature babies. If the situation does not improve then the patients present in ICU may die. 54 trucks of relief material along with medicines and food items have arrived in Gaza. But none of them had fuel. There is no information whether fuel supply will be restored in Gaza in the coming days.
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4. From now on, WhatsApp will not work on 18 smartphones, including mobiles with old operating systems.
Messaging platform WhatsApp has stopped supporting smartphones running on old operating systems. WhatsApp will not be supported in version 4.1 of the Android operating system. This app will now support only version 5.0 and above.

In which phones WhatsApp will not work: Nexus 7, Samsung Galaxy Note 2, HTC One, Sony Xperia Z, LG Optimus G Pro, Samsung Galaxy S2, Samsung Galaxy Nexus, HTC Sensation, Motorola Droid Razr, Sony Xperia S2, Motorola Zoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, Asus i Pad Transformer, Acer Iconia Tab A5003, Samsung Galaxy S, HTC Desire HD, LG Optimus 2X and Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc3.
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5. On Dussehra, Modi said – It has been 2 months since Chandrayaan reached the moon, Lord Ram will sit in Ayodhya in a few months.

PM Modi performed aarti of the forms of Lord Ram, Sita and Lakshman before burning Ravana.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Dussehra fair organized at Ramlila Maidan in Dwarka, Delhi. He said that this time we are celebrating Vijayadashami when it has been two months since Chandrayaan reached the Moon. The puja at Ramlala temple in Ayodhya on the next Ramnavami is going to delight the whole world. There are only a few months left for Lord Ram to reside in the Ram temple.

Modi asked to take a pledge: PM Modi asked the countrymen to take 10 resolutions. Keeping in mind the coming generations, resolutions should be given like saving water, motivating for digital transactions, following Vocal for Local, doing quality work, making farmers aware about natural farming.
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6. South Africa beat Bangladesh by 149 runs, Quinton de Kock scored 174 runs
South Africa defeated Bangladesh by 149 runs in the 23rd match of World Cup 2023. South Africa scored 382 runs for 5 wickets in 50 overs. In reply, Bangladesh team could score only 233 runs in 46.4 overs. African batsman Quinton de Kock played an inning of 174 runs, while Mahmudullah from Bangladesh scored a century. This was the third century of both the players in their World Cup career.

Why is this news important: De Kock has scored all three centuries in this World Cup. At the same time, Mahmudullah has scored the first century in this World Cup. With the win over Bangladesh, South Africa reached number-2 in the points table. The team has pushed New Zealand, which won only 4 matches, to third place. Both the teams have 8-8 points, but South Africa is ahead due to better run rate.
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7. China removed the Defense Minister who was missing for 3 months; Earlier the Foreign Minister was removed

The Chinese government has removed Defense Minister Li Shangfu, who was missing for 3 months. He was last seen on a public platform in August. Shangfu was facing investigation in cases related to arms purchase. Earlier in July, Foreign Minister Quinn Geng was also removed in a similar manner. Geng was in the news for his affair with a TV anchor.

Why is this news important: Later this week, the US Defense Ministry delegation is reaching Beijing for important talks. Earlier, it was announced that Shangfu would be removed. The name of the new Defense Minister has not been announced yet.
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Angry farmers brought crocodile to office due to power failure

Angered by the power failure, farmers entered the electricity department office carrying crocodiles. The incident took place in Vijayapura, Karnataka. The farmers placed the crocodile in front of the officials and asked that if it was bitten by a crocodile, snake or scorpion in the dark and someone died, then who would be responsible? However, after some time the forest department employees reached the electricity office and rescued the crocodile. Later it was released into the river. Read the full news…

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