India Finishes Paris Paralympics 2024 With 29 Medals; Highest Ever Tally

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:44pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday Sports

India concluded the Paris Paralympics 2024 with a record 29 medals—seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze. The final event saw Navdeep Singh winning gold in men's javelin throw F41 classification after a disqualification elevated him from silver. India’s performance secured 18th place overall, surpassing nations like Switzerland and Belgium. In track-and-field alone, India earned 17 medals, including four gold. Simran also added a bronze in the women's 200m (T12) event. China's dominance with 208 medals highlights India’s significant progress, and hopes are high for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

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Kolkata Doctor's Mother Alleges Mamata Banerjee Offered Money, Accuses Her of Suppressing Protests

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:36pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday India

The mother of the Kolkata trainee doctor, raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of lying and offering money for silence. Banerjee previously dismissed allegations of police bribery as slander. The victim's mother criticized Banerjee's call to halt protests for Durga Puja, calling it "inhuman." She vowed that protests would continue until justice is served. The doctor's semi-naked body was found on August 9, leading to widespread protests. Sanjay Roy, a civil volunteer, is in judicial custody, and the CBI now handles the case.

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Princess of Wales Says She’s "Relieved" After Completing Chemotherapy and Focuses on "Staying Cancer-Free"

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:28pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday International

The Princess of Wales has announced that she has completed her chemotherapy treatment and is now focused on staying cancer-free. In a deeply personal video, Kate Middleton shared her relief and emotional journey over the past nine months, showing intimate moments with Prince William and their children. She described the experience as “incredibly tough” and highlighted the importance of appreciating life's simple things. The princess will gradually return to public duties, including potential appearances at Remembrance Sunday. She thanked the public for their support and offered solidarity to those battling cancer.

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First Time in 22 Years That Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, or Roger Federer Haven't Won a Grand Slam in a Calendar Year

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:08pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday Sports

For the first time in 22 years, none of the "Big Three" in men's tennis—Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, or Roger Federer—have won a Grand Slam in a calendar year. Djokovic's early exit at the US Open, following Nadal's injury absence and Federer's retirement, marks the end of an era that has dominated tennis since 2003. The last time this happened was in 2002 when players like Pete Sampras and Lleyton Hewitt were among the champions. With the rise of new talents like Carlos Alcaraz, men's tennis is set for a new generation of champions.

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Princess of Wales Completes Chemotherapy, Vows to Focus on Health

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:00pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday International

The Princess of Wales, Catherine, has completed her chemotherapy treatment, as revealed in a personal video released by Kensington Palace. Catherine, who publicly shared her cancer diagnosis in March, spoke of the "incredibly tough" year and the "stormy waters" of her journey. While celebrating the end of this treatment phase, the princess emphasized that her recovery would be a long process, with health remaining her top priority. Catherine is expected to make a few public appearances, including at Remembrance events in November, but will continue focusing on healing in the coming months.

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IMA Bengal Vows Continued Protest as Supreme Court Orders West Bengal Doctors to Resume Work by Tuesday, 5 p.m.

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:10pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday India

The Indian Medical Association (IMA) Bengal State Branch expressed deep disappointment with the Supreme Court's directive ordering protesting doctors to resume work by 5 p.m. on Tuesday or face disciplinary action. The ongoing 28-day protest, sparked by the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College, has led to severe disruptions in healthcare, with 23 patient deaths reported. The Supreme Court emphasized that protests must not compromise patient care and ordered state authorities to protect doctors returning to work. Additionally, the court mandated the removal of all images of the victim from social media.

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Wannabe Boy Racers Caught Performing Dangerous Doughnuts Near Buckingham Palace, Fined by Council

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:49pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday International

Wannabe boy racers were caught performing doughnuts, burnouts, and revving engines near Buckingham Palace during a late-night unregistered car meet in August. The reckless driving triggered noise cameras off Pall Mall, with noise levels reaching 90 decibels—equivalent to a jackhammer. Westminster City Council issued Fixed Penalty Notices (FPN) to four individuals involved. The dangerous stunts, which endangered both crowds and road users, also disrupted nearby residential areas. Authorities warned of stricter enforcement to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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Keir Starmer Faces Backlash Over Plan to Cut Winter Fuel Payments for 10 Million Pensioners

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:53pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday International

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer is under intense pressure as criticism mounts over his party's plan to cut winter fuel payments. Unite, the UK's largest trade union, accused the Labour Party of "picking the pockets of pensioners" while sparing the wealthy. Under the plan, announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in July, winter fuel payments will be restricted to pension credit recipients, affecting over 10 million pensioners this winter. Unite's general secretary, Sharon Graham, urged Starmer to reconsider, calling the decision "completely wrong" and urging a U-turn.

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Protests in 25 Countries Demand Justice for Kolkata Rape-Murder of Trainee Doctor

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:40pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday India Global

Thousands of Indian community members across 130 cities in 25 countries protested on Sunday, demanding justice for last month's rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata. The protests began in Japan, Australia, Taiwan, and Singapore before spreading to Europe and the US, where 60 demonstrations were planned. Protestors, including many women in Stockholm, sang Bengali songs and demanded accountability for the crime. The suspect and a former principal of RG Kar Medical College have been arrested. The Supreme Court will hear the case today.

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Vietnam Floods and Typhoon Yagi Aftermath: 59 Dead, Bridge Collapse, and Industrial Disruptions

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:11pm on 09 Sep 2024,Monday Weather & Environment

Vietnam faces severe damage as Typhoon Yagi's aftermath results in 59 deaths. A bridge collapse and bus sweep by flooding in Phu Tho and Cao Bang provinces highlighted the disaster. Typhoon Yagi, the strongest to hit Vietnam in decades, struck on Saturday, causing extensive damage to businesses and infrastructure, particularly in Haiphong and Quang Ninh provinces. Factories suffered significant losses, and nearly 100 enterprises are affected. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh approved $4.62 million in aid for recovery efforts. The typhoon also caused destruction in the Philippines and China.

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