Attention India: Top News and Insights of the Day – September 03, 2024

In this busy world where people hardly find time to stay updated, Attention India brings you the top news and insights of the day. We cover all the major highlights. Stay informed and read on!

Mamata Banerjee Praises Aparajita Bill, Demands PM’s Resignation

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has lauded the Aparajita Woman and Child Bill (2024) as a landmark step towards better protection for women and children. She described it as “model” and “historic,” emphasizing its role in combating rape and sexual offenses. Banerjee urged the Opposition to pressure Governor CV Ananda Bose to sign the bill and called for the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials, accusing them of failing to address sexual violence effectively. The West Bengal Assembly passed the bill unanimously, which includes provisions for capital punishment in severe cases. The bill follows the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, sparking nationwide outrage and furthering the call for justice.

India Wins 7 Medals in a Day at Summer Paralympics 2024, Including 2 Gold

At the Summer Paralympics 2024 in Paris, Indian athletes achieved remarkable success, winning 7 medals in a single day, including 2 golds. Nitesh Kumar secured gold in Men’s singles SL3 badminton, while Sumit Antil clinched gold in Men’s javelin throw F64. India also earned 3 silver medals: Thulasimathi Murugesan in Women’s singles SU5 badminton, Yogesh Kathuniya in Men’s discus throw F56, and Suhas Yathiraj in Men’s singles SL4 badminton. Two bronze medals were awarded to Manisha Ramadass in Women’s singles SU5 badminton and the archery duo Sheetal Devi and Rakesh Kumar in mixed team compound open. India is currently 15th in the medal tally.

9 Maoists Killed in Dantewada Encounter

In an ongoing operation in Dantewada, Chhattisgarh, a joint team of the District Reserve Guard (DRG) and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has killed nine Maoists. The encounter began around 10:30 AM and is still in progress. Officials report the recovery of a Self-Loading Rifle, a .303 Rifle, and a .315 Bore Rifle from the site. All personnel involved are safe. The operation follows intelligence inputs about Maoist presence in the area. This incident is part of intensified anti-Maoist efforts, with 147 Maoists killed and 723 arrested from December 2023 to August 2024.

Siblings Among Three Killed in Ferozepur Shooting

In Ferozepur, Punjab, three people were shot dead near Gurdwara Akalgarh Sahib. The victims include 22-year-old Jaspreet Kaur, her 21-year-old brother Akashdeep Singh, and 32-year-old Daldeep Singh. Six assailants on two motorcycles ambushed the car carrying the victims, opening fire and fleeing the scene. Two other passengers, Anmol Singh and Harpreet Singh, were injured and hospitalized. The motive behind the attack is under investigation, with police seeking further details. The incident occurred just days before Jaspreet Kaur's planned wedding.

Swati Maliwal’s Cryptic Post After Bibhav Kumar’s Bail

Following the Supreme Court’s bail grant to Bibhav Kumar, accused of assaulting her on May 13, Swati Maliwal posted an image of Draupadi’s attempted disrobing by Dushasana from the Mahabharata. The post, devoid of any caption, seems to reflect Maliwal’s feelings about the bail decision. Kumar, a former aide to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, faces restrictions including barring from the CM’s residence and a gag order on commenting about the case. Maliwal’s FIR accused Kumar of severe physical assault and threats. The Supreme Court’s bail conditions include not interacting with key witnesses until their testimonies are complete.