Headlines Trending Indian and World: Politics, E-Commerce, Lifestyle, Sports, Health & Entertainment on 3rd December 2024
The ‘Biggest’ Stories in World and Indian Headlines – December 3rd, 2024
UPSC Coach Avadh Ojha Joins Aam Aadmi Party
UPSC coach Avadh Ojha, who is known as “Ojha Sir” among his students, has formally joined politics by joining the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in a ceremony held in New Delhi. AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia welcomed Ojha into the party.
Hailing from Gonda district in Uttar Pradesh, Ojha has been a force to reckon with in UPSC coaching circles with words of his deliverance-of-wisdom speaking for itself as he spreads the canvas of history, present affairs, and geopolitics in teaching. Speaking about his political debut, Ojha expressed gratitude to AAP leadership, underlining his desire to contribute to the development of the education infrastructure in India.
Arvind Kejriwal stated that the involvement of Ojha would highly benefit the education sector, particularly in employment readiness among the youth. As Delhi is soon approaching its elections, Ojha’s entry into AAP will prove to be a strategic gain for the party’s third term aspirations.
PV Sindhu to Marry Tech Executive Based in Hyderabad
Olympic medalist and badminton star PV Sindhu is set to tie the knot with executive director at Posidex Technologies Venkata Datta Sai on December 22 in Udaipur.
According to PV Ramana, Sindhu’s father, the families have known each other for some time. However, the wedding plans were finalized only recently. The ceremony is scheduled during a rare break in Sindhu’s busy calendar; the reception is to take place in Hyderabad on December 24.
Sindhu, a five-time world championship medalist, told her fans that she was as focused on badminton as ever, even though she was preparing for several upcoming tournaments, including her quest for glory at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
BTS’ Kim Taehyung Mourns the Loss of Beloved Pet Yeontan
Kim Taehyung, known better as V, a member of popular boyband BTS, commemorated his late pet, Yeontan, posting an emotional tribute on Instagram through a series of heart-warming photos and videos on his time with the lovable creature.
One video features Taehyung cuddling with Yeontan, while others feature the two driving out in the open and having fun at home. Taehyung captioned the post with a simple “Mr. Kim Yeontan” accompanied by a black heart emoji, and fans have continued to resonate with the tribute as several took to their social media handles to share condolences.
PM Modi Watches Vikrant Massey-Starrer The Sabarmati Report
Prime Minister Narendra Modi watched the Special Screen of the film, The Sabarmati Report, on Monday. His thoughts on the special screen follow as he comments on his social media platforms: “Inspired thinking by great filmmakers.
The screening, graced by the presence of NDA MPs, was headed by lead actors Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Riddhi Dogra. Vikrant Massey, who played the central character in the film, termed it a surreal experience watching the movie alongside the Prime Minister, as well as a defining moment in his career. He urged the viewers to watch this impactful story in the cinema halls.
Škoda Kylaq Bookings Kickstart for Sub-4-Metre Compact SUV
Škoda Auto India has started opening the books for its new compact SUV, Kylaq, priced at ₹7.89 lakh ex-showroom. It was revealed as the cheapest Škoda yet. It hopes to cash in on the fast-growing demand for sub-4-metre SUVs in India.
Deliveries are expected to commence by late January 2025. Klaus Zellmer, Škoda’s CEO, highlighted the vehicle’s India-specific design, emphasizing the company’s goal of reaching 100,000 annual sales in the country by 2026.
The Kylaq’s introduction comes as Škoda strengthens its foothold in India’s booming SUV market, which accounts for nearly 50% of new vehicle sales.
Nargis Fakhri’s Sister Arrested in Double Murder Case in New York
Aliya Fakhri, the sister of Bollywood actress Nargis Fakhri, has been arrested for allegedly setting a fire that killed her ex-boyfriend, Edward Jacobs, and his friend, Anastasia Ettienne.
According to the District Attorney’s office in Queens, New York, Aliya deliberately set fire to a two-story garage in November, trapping both victims inside. The incident reportedly followed an altercation during which Aliya shouted, “You’re all going to die today.”
Aliya faces four counts of first-degree murder, among other charges, and could be sentenced to life in prison if convicted. The tragedy has been widely reported, and the legal case is set to start soon.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Steps Down Amid Boardroom Tensions
Intel’s CEO Pat Gelsinger has retired after over four decades with the company, following reported disagreements with the board over the company’s strategic direction.
Gelsinger, who started his career at Intel in 1979 and returned to serve as CEO in 2021, was requested to leave the company after concerns over the board’s lack of confidence in Intel being able to compete with leaders such as NVIDIA and AMD. Interim co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus will run the company until a permanent CEO is appointed.
Now, it will be quite a challenge for the tech giant to recapture market share in such a competing semiconductor industry.
Young IPS Officer Dies in Accident on Road to First Posting
A young IPS officer, Harsh Bardhan, was tragically killed in a road accident while on his way to his first posting in Hassan, Karnataka.
The 26-year-old officer was travelling in a police jeep when the vehicle overturned after the driver lost control at high speed. Despite being rushed to a private hospital, Bardhan succumbed to his injuries. The airbags in the jeep reportedly failed to deploy, exacerbating the impact of the crash.
An FIR has been registered against the driver for rash and negligent driving, while the death of the officer has caused widespread mourning in the police fraternity.
Cristiano Ronaldo Misses Al Nassr’s Match Against Al Sadd
Cristiano Ronaldo was one of the notable absentees in Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League Elite match against Al Sadd on Monday. The Portuguese star, who has been in excellent form this season with 15 goals and three assists, was not included in the squad.
While there has been no injury report, it is being speculated that Ronaldo is missing due to strategy, as Al Nassr is already through to the knockout stages of the competition. Ronaldo has already scored four goals in the current Champions League season, thus proving his importance to the team.
Jamshedpur FC thumps Mohammedan SC in ISL 2024-25 Match
Jamshedpur FC beat Mohammedan Sporting Club 3-1 in the latest edition of the Indian Super League. Mohammed Sanan, Javier Siverio, and Stephen Eze were among the goals as Jamshedpur moved up to the seventh position on the standings.
Mohammedan SC gave a very good account of themselves despite not having Mirjalol Kasimov and Alexis Gomez available. Jamshedpur capitalized on the opportunities presented to them as they were at their best and pleased home fans with an all-around display.
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