December 19 News Wrap: Today's top developments include the BJP vs Congress showdown at parliament over Amit Shah's 'Ambedkar' remark, the verdict on the Gisele Pelicot case, West-Asia tensions and more.
Hello readers! Through this news wrap we present the top developments of the day. Today's rundown includes a fierce protest and counterprotest in parliament involving the MPs of Congress and BJP in connection with Amit Shah's controversial remark on BR Ambedkar.
In another huge development, France has delivered its verdicts against the 51 men accused of drugging, raping and sexually assaulting Gisele Pelicot. Her ex-husband Dominique Pelicot has been found guilty of all charges.
Here's the list of top stories of the day.
BJP Vs Cong At Parliament: Parties Trade 'Injury' Allegations; BJP MP 'Uncomfortable' In Rahul Gandhi's Proximity
Following days of intense political debates in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha over 75 years of Indian Constitution, parliament's winter session on Thursday witnessed fierce protests and counterprotests leading to blame games between BJP and Congress MPs over causing physical assaults and injuries to each other.
The entire political chaos stemmed from the war of words in connection with Union Home Minister Amit Shah's controversial "Ambedkar is the fashion" remark.
Gisele Pelicot Case: Dominique Pelicot And 50 Others Found Guilty In Mass Rape Trial That Shocked France
France has delivered its verdicts on Thursday against the 51 men accused of drugging, raping and sexually assaulting Gisele Pelicot. Her ex-husband Dominique Pelicot has been found guilty of all charges.
Months after the mass rape of Gisele Pelicot came to light, five French judges have delivered their verdicts on Thursday against the 51 men accused of drugging, raping and sexually assaulting the 72-year-old women.
Dominique Pelicot, the ex-husband of Gisèle Pelicot, has been found guilty of aggravated rape and been sentenced to 20 years in jail.
RS Deputy Chairman Rejects Impeachment Notice By Oppn Members Against Jagdeep Dhankhar
Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh on Thursday dismissed the notice signed by Opposition members seeking the removal of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar as Rajya Sabha Chairman and Harivansh reportedly called it 'severely flawed' and accused them of drawing it in haste to 'mar' his reputation, while he ruled it as an act of impropriety.
In his ruling, which was tabled in the House by Rajya Sabha Secretary General P C Mody, the deputy chairman said the impeachment notice is part of an effort to disrespect the country's constitutional institutions and harm the reputation of the current Vice President.
Israel Attacks Yemen And Gaza; Mass Graves Uncovered In Syria | West Asia Updates
West Asia continues to witness violence, as a series of intense Israeli airstrikes shook Yemen's capital and a port city early Thursday, killing at least nine people, according to local media. Meanwhile, in Gaza, Israeli forces carried out heavy bombardment, killing at least 16 Palestinians in the north, including children and a doctor at al-Ahli Arab Hospital.
In Syria, mass graves have been uncovered in the aftermath of President Assad바카라™s overthrow. The Syrian Civil Defence group, known as the White Helmets, uncovered at least 21 corpses, along with incomplete human remains, on Wednesday in the Sayyida Zeinab suburb of capital Damascus.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hybrid Model Agreed; India, Pakistan To Play Matches At Neutral Venues Till 2027
A resolution was finally reached regarding the hosting and venue of next year's Champions Trophy India clashes, as the International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Thursday (December 19, 2024) that India will play their matches of the 50-over event at a neutral venue instead of host country Pakistan, who will similarly play at neutral venues for tournaments to be held in India till 2027. (More Cricket News)
The decision will also apply to the 2028 Women's T20 World Cup, which will be held in Pakistan. Though no formal announcement has been made as yet, India's Champions Trophy matches are likely to be held in the United Arab Emirates.