Latest News, Breaking News, Global News-February 15, 2024

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces engagement to Jodie Haydon.
Proposal followed a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner.
Albanese could be the first sitting prime minister to marry in office.

Kamal Haasan’s Political Debut

Tamil superstar Kamal Haasan to contest in Lok Sabha elections.
Haasan, leader of Makkal Needhi Maiam, may run from Coimbatore or Chennai.

Tension in Southern Gaza

Israeli forces enter Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, Gaza.
Action follows weeks of surrounding conflict, escalating regional tensions.

Sonia Gandhi Bids Farewell to Rae Bareli

Citing health, Sonia Gandhi won’t contest Lok Sabha elections.
Expresses bond with Rae Bareli; Priyanka Gandhi Vadra likely her successor.

U.S. Private Moon Lander Launch

Intuitive Machines’ lunar lander Odysseus launched from Florida.
First U.S. moon landing attempt in over 50 years by a private company.

Electoral Bond Scheme Overturned

Supreme Court declares Electoral Bond Scheme unlawful, citing RTI breach.
Decision highlights need for transparency in political funding.

Japan’s Slip in Global Economy

Japan falls to fourth-largest economy amid recession.
Urgent calls for structural reforms to address ageing population and weak yen.

Indian Navy Embraces Ethnic Wear

Kurta-pyjama allowed in naval messes, moving away from colonial traditions.
Part of broader decolonisation efforts within the Navy.

North Korea’s Aggressive Posture

Kim Jong-Un oversees missile tests, signaling aggression towards South Korea.
Accuses South Korea of territorial violations, rejects reconciliation.

PPP’s Strategic Move in Pakistan Politics

PPP demands Balochistan CM post ahead of Shehbaz Sharif’s inauguration.
Coalition dynamics shift with PPP eyeing presidency for Asif Ali Zardari.

The Biden-Swift Conspiracy

Poll finds 18% Americans believe in a conspiracy linking Taylor Swift to Biden’s 2024 campaign.
Awareness of the theory prevalent among 46% of Americans.

Protests on Punjab Railway Tracks

Protesters block railway in Punjab, demonstrating against police action on farmers.

Rohit Sharma to Captain India in T20 World Cup

BCCI confirms Rohit Sharma as captain for 2024 T20 World Cup.
Decision follows India’s loss in the 2023 World Cup final.

Fatal Lion Attack in Tirupati Zoo

Man jumps into lion enclosure in Tirupati zoo, mauled to death.
Incident occurred despite warnings, raising concerns about zoo safety.

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