Evening in central Brussels, and the full horror of Tuesday's attacks was clear. At least 31 people lay dead while a further 300 remain injured. A few people were drinking in bars, going outside for cigarettes. There was little of the defiance of Paris, following the attacks there November 13. Then, Parisians flocked to the bars, vowing " tous en terrasses, " promising that despite the militants' assaults, they would continue to eat and drink outside the city's bars and restaurants, in defiance of their oppressors. This time, young men who had sworn allegiance to the Islamic State militant group, also known as ISIS, the same group behind the Paris attacks, targeted hard, not soft targets. They didn't seek out the city's pleasure-seekers but its business people and commuters, those taking the metro to work or flights out of the capital. "When they caught Salah Abdeslam [one of the alleged Paris attackers], I thought things seemed calmer," says 23-year-old Boubacar Sow. Having … [Read more...] about Brussels residents wary but attack seemed ‘inevitable’
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26/11 Terror Attacks: Youngest Survivor and Key Eyewitness Moves HC Seeking House from Govt
Devika Rotawan, the youngest survivor and an eyewitness to the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, has moved the Bombay High Court seeking allotment of residential premises after the Maharashtra government rejected her plea for it. This is the second time that Rotawan, now 23 years old, has approached the court. In 2020, she had filed a similar petition. In October 2020, the high court had directed the Maharashtra government to consider her plea and pass appropriate orders. In her fresh plea filed last month, Rotawan said the government had rejected her representation, following which she was constrained to file a second petition in the high court. On Thursday, when the petition came up for hearing before a division bench of Justices S V Gangapurwala and M S Karnik, additional government pleader Jyoti Chavan, who appeared for the Maharashtra government, said that pursuant to the October 2020 order, a compensation of Rs 13.26 lakh was handed over to Rotawan on compassionate grounds. … [Read more...] about 26/11 Terror Attacks: Youngest Survivor and Key Eyewitness Moves HC Seeking House from Govt
Paramedic has heart attack while treating patient for cardiac emergency
A paramedic treating a patient having a cardiac arrest had a heart attack himself—and was saved by colleagues. Senior emergency medical technician Jeremy Williams, 53, was resuscitating a 30-year-old woman at her home in England, U.K. But the East of England Ambulance Service worker suddenly felt "excruciating" pain at the house in Stewartby, Bedfordshire. His teammates realized what was happening and some continued to treat the patient while others carried out an ECG on Williams. The other paramedics on the scene discovered Williams was having a heart attack and then worked side by side to manage both casualties and transfer them to separate hospitals. Williams underwent emergency surgery to have two stents fitted to unblock the arteries around his heart. Now he and the patient are both making full recoveries. Williams, of Kempston, said: "It was one of those things that never, ever happens. "I can laugh about it now because I'm glad to be here, but if it hadn't been for … [Read more...] about Paramedic has heart attack while treating patient for cardiac emergency
26/11 survivor moves HC again for allotment of residential premises
The youngest survivor and eye witness of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks , has moved the Bombay High Court on Thursday, seeking residential premises after the Maharashtra government rejected her plea. A division bench of Justices S.V. Gangapurwala and M.S. Karnik was hearing a plea filed by Mr. Devika Rotawan, 23, contending that the State government rejected her representation for allotment of residential premises, hence the petition. She had also moved the high court in 2020, and the court had then, directed the State to consider her plea. On Thursday, Maharashtra government’s counsel Ms. Jyoti Chavan informed the court, that as per directions from the court in October 2020, a compensation of ₹13.26 lakh was handed over to Ms. Rotawan, on compassionate grounds. The advocate appearing for the Union government, Ms. R. Bubna said, that Ms. Rotawan was given a compensation of ₹10 lakh after the attacks, as per government policy. He said she (Ms. Rotawan) cannot be demanding more as … [Read more...] about 26/11 survivor moves HC again for allotment of residential premises
Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt says Jeremy Corbyn would have ‘no moral authority’ to condemn terrorist attacks as Prime Minister
The Foreign Secretary has said Jeremy Corbyn would have no moral authority to condemn terrorist attacks on British citizens if he ever became prime minister. Jeremy Hunt's deeply damaging comments have ratcheted up the pressure on the Labour leader in the ongoing anti-Semitism row. Mr Corbyn came under attack from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after it emerged that he attended a ceremony where a wreath was was laid in memory of Palestinians suspected of being behind the Munich Olympics massacre. The Labour leader has acknowledged he was present at the event at the Palestinian Martyrs Cemetery in Tunisia in 2014, but said he did not "think" he was involved in the wreath-laying. Jeremy Hunt questioned whether Corbyn had the "moral authority" to condemn terrorism ( Image: Photothek) Supporters insisted he had made clear his abhorrence for the I972 Munich attack, when 11 Israeli athletes were killed, and that he condemned all terrorist acts. Writing on … [Read more...] about Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt says Jeremy Corbyn would have ‘no moral authority’ to condemn terrorist attacks as Prime Minister
How 1972 Munich Olympics massacre that left 11 Israelis dead became the mother of modern terror attacks
In the Summer of 1972 the eyes of the world were fixed on Munich and a truly historic Olympic Games. The West Germans were desperate to lay the ghost of Berlin 1936, the tournament hijacked by Adolf Hitler. So this would be Die Heiteren Spiele – “the cheerful Games” – with a sunny logo and Waldi the dachshund mascot. And, thanks to new satellite technology, sporting fans across the globe could enjoy the sports fest live. But on September 5, 900 million watched these Games hijacked by evil too, and history written in blood, not the sweat and tears of sporting glory. Eight heavily armed terrorists from Palestinian group Black September broke into apartments in the Olympic village taking 11 Israelis hostage. The subsequent siege and bungled rescue bid left all the Israelis dead, along with five Palestinians and a German police officer. Eight members of the Palestinian Black September group kidnapped the athletes in the Olympic village ( Image: Getty Images) … [Read more...] about How 1972 Munich Olympics massacre that left 11 Israelis dead became the mother of modern terror attacks
Comedian Raju Srivastava Suffers Heart Attack While Working Out, Admitted To AIIMS
Comedian Raju Srivastava suffered a heart attack on Tuesday and was immediately taken to All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) hospital in New Delhi. The comedian’s team confirmed his health condition and assured fans that he is doing better now. Speaking with News18 Showsha, his team revealed that he suffered a mild heart attack while working out. “He was working out on the treadmill around 11-11:30 when he had the stroke. He is stable now. There is nothing to worry as of now. Doctors are conducting tests, we’ll share more information soon,” his team said. The comedian was in the capital to meet his friends and family. He has been in the city for a week now. Srivastava is a well-known name on television and on the comedy circuit. The comedian is known for his impersonation of Bollywood actors and political leaders. In 2017, speaking with The Indian Express, he revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi enjoys his mimicry. “He told me, ‘If you wish to, you … [Read more...] about Comedian Raju Srivastava Suffers Heart Attack While Working Out, Admitted To AIIMS
A concerted attack on RTI
This year marks 15 years of the enactment of the Right to Information (RTI) law, which has empowered millions to assert their citizenship and show truth to power. It was a vibrant grassroots movement, led not just by the educated elite but the working poor across the country, that eventually resulted in the passage of the historic law in 2005. The right to information has been upheld by the Supreme Court as a fundamental right flowing from Article 19 of the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen the right to free speech and expression. Without access to relevant information, people’s ability to formulate opinions and express themselves meaningfully is curtailed. Since its enactment, the RTI law has been used by people to seek information to actively participate in decision-making processes and hold governments accountable. Also read | At 15, RTI Act crippled by rising backlog The potential of the law Every year nearly six million applications are filed under the RTI … [Read more...] about A concerted attack on RTI
3 Jawans Killed, 2 Terrorists Gunned Down in Suicide Attack Bid at Army Base in J&K’s Rajouri
Three jawans lost their lives and two terrorists were gunned down in a suicide attack bid at an Army base camp in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri. Two jawans were also injured in the attack and are currently being treated at an army hospital in the area. Two terrorists were killed in the encounter that broke out after they reportedly tried to sneak into the post at Pargal near Rajouri in the dark to carry out a ‘fidayeen’ (suicide) attack, officials said. #BREAKING 3 army men have succumbed to their injuries. They were initially injured in an encounter in Rajouri. 2 terrorists have been neutralised @TejinderSSodhi with more details Join the broadcast with @aayeshavarma #JammuAndKashmir #Rajouri #Encounter pic.twitter.com/CBm9FOQGS9 — News18 (@CNNnews18) August 11, 2022 Sources told News18 that a JeM fidayeen squad had tried to infiltrate into the army base camp in Rajouri. “Someone (terrorists) tried to cross the fence of Army camp at Pargal. Sentry challenged … [Read more...] about 3 Jawans Killed, 2 Terrorists Gunned Down in Suicide Attack Bid at Army Base in J&K’s Rajouri
“Smash Ultimate” Update Version 11.01 nerfs Wii Fit Trainer exploit
Nintendo surprised Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players with an unannounced update on Wednesday. Updates in Smash Ultimate usually change the way that fighters play, and this one is no different. Instead of a handful of fighters being adjusted, though, version 11.01 fixes just one character—Wii Fit Trainer. Wii Fit Trainer may not be considered one of the most powerful characters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate , but the most recent update before Wednesday's— version 11.0, released on March 4—altered the way the fighter handled so much that players were taking advantage of it. The official Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Version 11.01 patch notes consists of a single line, which says, "Vulnerability when landing after using the Wii Fit Trainer's side special Header had decreased unintentionally, so this has been adjusted." So what does this mean? This means that Wii Fit Trainer's side special, called Header, allowed for the character to be invulnerable for a longer period … [Read more...] about “Smash Ultimate” Update Version 11.01 nerfs Wii Fit Trainer exploit