Biggest Story In India Headlines 5th December 2024
Bitcoin prices surged to an all-time high of $100,000 on December 5, after a series of positive news that came from the U.S. and Russia. The appointment of pro-crypto advocate Paul Atkins as the new chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by president-elect Donald Trump has been fueling optimism in the digital asset market. Russian President Vladimir Putin’s support for cryptocurrencies has also buoyed market sentiment.
Paul Atkins, a strong supporter of blockchain and crypto innovation, has a history of advocating for lighter regulations in the sector. His appointment would mark a shift away from the overly restrictive policies pursued by outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler. The crypto community has lauded Atkins as pro-business and a step forward in fostering innovation.
He further strengthened Bitcoin’s stance in the global scenario when he gave a speech in an economic forum in Moscow emphasizing the inevitability of cryptocurrencies.
France witnessed political turmoil as Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government was voted out of office in a no-confidence vote on December 5. The vote, which was approved by 331 lawmakers, marks the first since 1962, making Barnier the shortest-serving prime minister in the history of the Fifth Republic.
Budget allocations and mounting far-right and leftist factions within the Parlement prompted a no-confidence motion. He will make an address to the nation, and Barnier is likely to bring in his resignation along with his cabinet before the speech.
The whole scenario marks the plight of handling a hung Parliament that does not have a single party majority. This means the political instability can lead to big repercussions for the French economy and France in the EU.
The much-awaited sequel from Sukumar, Pushpa 2: The Rule, delivers electrifying performances with Allu Arjun cementing his status as a superstar, showing the continuation of Pushpa Raj that goes deeper into his emotional and psychological journeys stemming from childhood.
The movie does a great job of balancing high-octane action with heartwarming storytelling, especially in the first half. The second half cannot be as good as the first because it’s the part where the narrative tries to set up the next sequel. Despite its flaws, the film’s gripping drama and whistle-worthy moments have struck a chord with audiences, leaving them eagerly awaiting Pushpa 3: The Rampage.
Brian Thompson, UnitedHealthcare’s CEO, was shot in a brazen attack outside the New York Hilton Midtown on December 5. Surveillance footage shows the gunman lying in wait before ambushing Thompson as he approached the hotel for an investor meeting.
The suspect, dressed in black and carrying a gray backpack, fled the scene on a bicycle, disappearing into Central Park. Despite the NYPD’s extensive surveillance network capturing multiple angles of the attack, the gunman remains at large.
Authorities have yet to determine the motive behind the targeted killing, but the incident has sent shockwaves through the business community and raised concerns about security in Manhattan.
Former Bollywood actress Mamta Kulkarni, remembered for her iconic roles in 90s hits like Karan Arjun, returned to Mumbai after a long time of 25 years. Sharing her journey back home, through an Instagram video, Mamta described her feelings – full of joy and nostalgia.
Kulkarni’s return coincides with the Bombay High Court dropping charges against her in a ₹2,000 crore drug case. Her emotional video highlighted her longing for her homeland and the overwhelming emotions she felt upon setting foot in Mumbai after more than two decades.
Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has accused interim government chief Muhammad Yunus of committing “genocide” and failing to protect minorities. Speaking at an event in New York, Hasina claimed that Yunus, Nobel laureate and pioneer of microfinance, was corrupt and orchestrated violence when he was in power.
Hasina, who fled to India after being forced out of office, also revealed alleged assassination plots against her and her sister. Her statements have reignited political tensions in Bangladesh and could shape the narrative as the country navigates its political future.
Delhi Metro’s Blue Line was gravely affected by cable theft along the stretch between Moti Nagar and Kirti Nagar stations on December 5, causing signalling systems to break down and forcing trains to run at slower speeds, piling up long delays during peak hours.
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation, DMRC, said the damage would be repaired after the last service of the day. Commuters were left to spend hours waiting for services at key stations such as Rajiv Chowk and Noida Sector 18. The incident brings into sharp focus vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and how such crimes affect urban transit systems.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a huge statement with an unbeaten 76 against the UAE by guiding India to a crushing 10-wicket victory and securing a spot in the U-19 Asia Cup semifinals. The young girl who recently became the youngest player to sign an IPL contract silenced detractors with her commanding performance.
India’s bowlers set the stage by restricting the UAE to 137, with Yudhajit Guha taking three wickets. Suryavanshi’s aggressive batting, including multiple sixes, ensured a swift chase, wrapping up the match with 23 balls to spare.
Real Madrid lost 2-1 to Athletic Club in La Liga, as two errors at the back and some missed chances proved to be a very expensive penalty for the team. Star striker Kylian Mbappe missed another penalty, his second in week.
Jude Bellingham scored to level for Athletic, but it was a final blow that counted as Guruzeta was gifted the opportunity of victory through an error by Madrid. With Real now seven points behind leaders and perennial champions Barcelona, with one game in hand, pressure grows.
Arsenal rallied their fortunes in the Premier League after securing a 2-0 win over Manchester United. Jurrien Timber and William Saliba both scored from corners to demonstrate Arsenal set-piece expertise.
Captain Declan Rice saluted the resilience and flexibility of the team, noting how they applied pressure to United’s strong defense to break through.
The win leaves Arsenal in a favorable position within the title chase as they widen the gap with Liverpool and other competitors.
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